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Season of growth, not retreat

Fall leaves on the ground

In this month’s blog, Bishop David Bard reflects on autumn as a season of life and faith, encouraging us to keep growing and serving, no matter our age or season.

Campaign fuels future pastors

Seminary student

Michigan United Methodists have contributed nearly $21K to the Miracle Sunday Initiative, which has now surpassed $2.1 million to support theological education in Africa, Europe, and the Philippines.

Even truckers need pastors

Family after celebration

Doubting her faith and her fitness for ministry, Rev. Ann Birchmeier surrendered to God — and discovered a calling she never expected.

Leaders: come rest and reconnect

Person being anointed with oil

Ministry leaders are invited to Rooted: Reclaim, a day-away retreat on October 20 in Okemos, offering worship, connection, and renewal for those who give so much of themselves to others.

Start the year with the Holy Spirit

Dove symbolizes Holy Spirit

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.