Category: Faith & Ministry
One Lord and one faith
Kau Tiali Boayue and three other United Methodist young adults travel to Guadeloupe to rekindle friendships in Christ they had established at last summer’s Urban Methodist Youth Camp.
When I gaze into the night sky
The God who flung the bright colors of aurora borealis across the sky watches over us while we sleep, says retired pastor Sondra Willobee, and comes to us in our… Continue Reading When I gaze into the night sky
Grief and loss webinar, February 25
Abundant Health Michigan, a new program within the Michigan Conference, will host a free webinar on ministering through grief and loss for ministry leaders.
Youth and Young Adult Resource Roundup, FEB 2025
This winter issue summarizes upcoming events, scholarships, and resources for youth and young adults that churches can promote in their publications.
A tale of two stoles
Retired pastor Glenn M. Wagner tells a true story about two clergy stoles he received that became a life lesson on how following Jesus is not intended to be a… Continue Reading A tale of two stoles
Year-end statistics due February 8
Next Saturday is the deadline for church leaders to submit their annual statistical reports. Read this final reminder from Conference Statistician/Database Manager Pamela Stewart.
Experience God’s love reaching out
Peter Blinkilde, Central Bay District Co-Lay Leader, shares a personal story to remind us that we never know when or how we may be called upon to show God’s love.
See your life in living color
By combining art therapy and scripture, Contreda Navarro-Jewell began a new ministry that creates a safe space for people to seek healing and discover their God-given purpose.
Ministry ideas need nurturing to grow
Three Seed to Harvest Ministry Incubation events launch in February. Sign up for all three, and you’ll be eligible for a mini-grant to bring your idea to fruition.
‘A fantastic time to be United Methodist’
Advocacy Day reinvigorated the faith of lay member David Ascher and jumpstarted South Lyon: First UMC’s involvement in justice advocacy, leading them to host their own community event.