Category: Ministry
Explore Lay Servant Ministries classes
Rick Gorham, Lay Leader for the Heritage District, outlines the resources and training available for laypersons seeking to become leaders equipped for ministry at the local church level.
2025 Advent and Christmas resources
Plan for this holy season using these Michigan Conference resources, including this year’s Bishop’s Advent Offering and Bishop Bard’s Christmas Eve message.
Why SAS works for large churches
A free webinar focused on large churches (121+ people) will be held on November 20 at 11 am ET. This article explains the value of the Simplified Accountable Structure (SAS)… Continue Reading Why SAS works for large churches
Youth & Young Adult Resource Roundup, OCT 2025
This fall issue summarizes upcoming events, scholarships, and resources for youth and young adults that churches can promote in their publications.
Why SAS works for mid-sized churches
A free webinar focused on mid-sized churches (51 to 120 people) will be held on October 23 at 11 am ET. This article explains the value of the Simplified Accountable… Continue Reading Why SAS works for mid-sized churches
We are all called to God’s mission
Laity Sunday is October 19. How will you honor and celebrate the ministry of the laity in your congregation?
Why SAS works for small churches
The Simplified Accountable Structure (SAS) is a church governance model that can work for any size. This helpful article will prepare small church leaders before they attend the SAS Small… Continue Reading Why SAS works for small churches
Grow your intercultural competence
Beginning this month, the Michigan Conference is providing several free info and engagement offerings on the Intercultural Development Inventory (IDI) and how it can be used personally, in your workplace,… Continue Reading Grow your intercultural competence
What church structure fits you best?
Does your current church structure feel like it is holding you back from real ministry? If so, explore the Simplified Accountable Structure (SAS) at one of the upcoming webinars. The… Continue Reading What church structure fits you best?
Apply for laity grants by October 1
Read how these local churches and ministry partners utilized a Board of Laity grant in 2024 to train and resource laity. Grants of up to $500 will be awarded this… Continue Reading Apply for laity grants by October 1