Category: Michigan Area
Film features pastors DeLong and VanDessel
Leap of Faith, a new documentary featuring two Michigan United Methodist pastors, explores how we can disagree and still belong to each other in a divided world.
Create a culture of kindness
In this election season, church leaders offer ways for us to live out our Christian values and respect each other, especially when we disagree on politics.
Children’s ministry finds its niche
Kids Ministry Zooms are online gatherings for those involved in children’s faith formation in the Michigan Conference. Join their next meeting on September 18.
Celebrating our Hispanic heritage
Help your congregation celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, which begins September 15, and learn about Centro Familiar Cristiano UMC in Melvindale, one of our vital Hispanic congregations.
Spaces where all can worship equally
The Michigan Conference’s Division on Disability Concerns is here to help churches become inclusive spaces that empower and support people with disabilities to achieve their full participation.
Connexion’s first year dubbed ‘success’
Fourteen young adults recently completed their summer internship through Connexion, the Michigan Conference’s new program centered on formation and discernment.
Task force mobilizes Michigan to lead
The Michigan Conference has launched a new Environmental Justice Task Force, and its lay leaders are seeking passionate Michiganders to join them.
Foundation posts scholarship awards
The United Methodist Foundation of Michigan announces scholarship recipients through the UM Dollars for Scholars program for the 2024-2025 academic year.
Congregations named as leaders in generosity
The United Methodist Foundation of Michigan recently honored four new Barrett Steward Leaders for their exemplary stewardship ministry and culture of generosity.
Prentiss begins work as new DS
As superintendent of the Greater Southwest District, Rev. Dean Prentiss is excited about focusing on new opportunities to share Christ’s love and meet present needs.