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Learn how to claim your self-worth

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The Michigan Conference is sponsoring a brand-new course in July focused on addressing your inner critic and naming and living out your core values so that you have no regrets… Continue Reading Learn how to claim your self-worth

Webinar to focus on spiritual health

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On June 17, Laura Messamore and Rev. Janine Plum will lead a free webinar sponsored by Abundant Health Michigan on how holy listening in community can improve our spiritual health… Continue Reading Webinar to focus on spiritual health

Grants available for innovative ministries

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Do you have a new, innovative ministry that needs a financial boost? October 1 is the deadline for Michigan churches, agencies, and UM-affiliated nonprofits to apply for the next round… Continue Reading Grants available for innovative ministries

Voters prepare to ratify amendments

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This article summarizes three of the four proposed UMC constitutional amendments that eligible voting members will vote to ratify at the 2025 Michigan Annual Conference.

Start the year with the Holy Spirit

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The Rev. Paul Perez says, “I’m not a fan of January.” He turns to scripture and finds words of grace that lift the spirit. “You are one of God’s beloveds… Continue Reading Start the year with the Holy Spirit

UMW’s new wineskins for new times

New wineskins for UMW

“We are making new wine and new wineskins to fulfill our role in God’s mission,” says Yvette Moore, a leader in the global United Methodist Women.

Conferences plan hybrid events

Themes of several conferences

Race and LGBTQ inclusiveness are among top issues on the agenda of virtual annual conferences taking place across the U.S. and around the world.

AC 2021 offering will change lives

HAPI to receive 45% of conference offering

There is no actual offering plate at a virtual annual conference. However, Michigan United Methodists are invited to make contributions that will support our covenant partners in Haiti and Liberia.

New life through healthy transitions

Transitions can have thorny spots

Appointments are being made. Transitions are beginning. This virtual workshop on April 17, 10 am to noon, will help pastors and congregational leadership prepare for healthy goodbyes and hellos.

Thoughts on choosing vaccination

Vaccination and lab tech

Noting that people’s responses to COVID-19 vaccination fall on a spectrum, the Rev. Paul Perez plans to be vaccinated and encourages others to do so, too.

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