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Grants for justice and peace ministries

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The General Board of Church and Society is accepting applications through July 24 for grants from their Ethnic Local Church, Human Relations Day, and Peace with Justice programs.

Resist the gaslighting you see

Naomi García explains how gaslighting has existed since biblical times and challenges us to resist it in all its forms.

All UMs called to celebrate Juneteenth

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Monday, June 19, is Juneteenth, which celebrates the end of slavery in the United States. Find ways to honor this day in your congregation as we live out the challenge… Continue Reading All UMs called to celebrate Juneteenth

Pastoral transitions: Part 2, welcome

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In this second half of a two-part article, Glenn Wagner offers advice to congregations welcoming new pastors and outlines practical wisdom to clergy transitioning into a new ministry setting.

Pastoral transitions: Part 1, goodbye

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In this first half of a two-part article, Glenn Wagner shares ideas from his four decades as a United Methodist pastor to help clergy and congregations better say goodbye and… Continue Reading Pastoral transitions: Part 1, goodbye

Teach your children well

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By attending track-and-field meets and motocross events with her grandchildren, Cyndy Rossman, East Winds District Co-Lay Leader, has learned that church can happen anywhere.

Assembling the dream finance team

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Rev. Dr. Sherry Parker-Lewis recommends creating a well-rounded “dream team” that brings together a variety of skills and gifts to steward your church’s finances.

Tips for preparing for AC

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Laura Witkowski gives honest advice to lay members attending the 2023 Michigan Annual Conference.

Faith formation in the Michigan Conference

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Rev. Kathy Pittenger provides some practical ways faith formation leaders can support one another and share needs and dreams as our church continues to change.

Celebrating United Methodist connections

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Sonya Luna reflects on her time working for the Michigan Conference and thanks God for the many wonderful connections that have sustained her.

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