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Category: Ministry

Prayer provides spiritual connection

Prayer time at home

Since late March, members of Grosse Pointe UMC have spent 8 am to 8 pm each Saturday in prayer. Said one, “I feel a sense of peace.”

Organize Student Day Turkey Trot

Turkey Trotter for UM Student Day

Your United Methodist Student Day kit is filled with ideas and resources to help your congregation participate in this annual Special Sunday offering on November 29, 2020.

COVID-19 impacts church workers

Keep workers and others safe at church

The COVID Assurance Act (CAA) protects Michigan workers taking steps to prevent or slow the spread of COVID. It also protects churches that establish safety measures.

Focus on hope this Advent

Christmas angel offering hope

This Advent “We have the opportunity to show people ritual tradition, and, most of all, hope,” says Kathy Pittenger, Coordinator of Children’s Initiatives for the Michigan Conference.

Yellow bricks lead to Romeo

Lion of Romeo umc

Halloween is a “pretty big deal” in Romeo, MI. Romeo UMC joined the community spirit on October 25 when they went off to see the Wizard.

View Christmas through Jewish Eyes

Jewish family welcomes Baby Jesus

Clergy and laity are invited to prepare for Advent with a three-week online experience in November, Christmas through Jewish Eyes.

Helping kids through stressful times

Child at computer, coping with stressful times.

“Outwardly, the kids looked as happy and carefree as ever!” says the Rev. Dr. Leanne Hadley. She adds that children are good at masking their feelings and offers a healing ritual.

Tips that increase online giving

Credit card used for online giving

Security, consistency, framing, and celebration are some key talking points for encouraging and increasing online giving says Pastor Jeremy Steele.

Make change part of your church DNA

Change your DNA

The REACH Summit on Oct. 24 is the beginning of a year-long relationship of ongoing support through a REACH Network Group or coaching. Serious about change? Register now.

Care for pastors in stressful times

Quilt is a gift of care

Traditions can’t be observed. Ministry is different and difficult. People feel isolated and afraid. COVID-19 has made leadership more stressful than ever. Share special care this Pastor Appreciation Month.