Category: Michigan Area
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.
Building a sustainable children’s ministry
It’s back-to-school time, and churches can lean on the new Michigan Conference Children’s Ministry Team for fall ministry support and then prepare to receive an offering for Christian Education Sunday,… Continue Reading Building a sustainable children’s ministry
Volunteer training set for October 26
Get the skills needed to join an UMCOR-certified Early Response Team (ERT) or a Volunteers in Mission (VIM) team. Training for both will be held at Saginaw: First UMC.
Church reignites hope in Battle Creek
Washington Heights UMC recently received a $365,000 grant to begin a major community revitalization project to address housing challenges in the neighborhood.
Clevenger named to advisory board
Pastor Cori Clevenger of Ypsilanti: First UMC is passionate about young leaders prioritizing their health and well-being and is excited to join Wespath’s Young Leaders Advisory Board.
Foundation achieves nonprofit rating
The United Methodist Foundation of Michigan was recently recognized with the Candid Platinum Seal of Transparency for its steadfast commitment to accountability and excellence in nonprofit operations.
Conference renews covenant with Haiti
Michigan United Methodists have had a relationship with God’s people in Haiti since 1996. The 2024 Annual Conference put a plan in place to help strengthen that special bond.