Category: News

God things happening in the city of Flint

In 2015 residents of Flint lost access to clean water. From the beginning, the United Methodist Church has been at the forefront of relief and recovery efforts in the city. Here’s an update.

Mr. Music of United Methodism

At age 94, Carlton Young is still making music. The collection, “Today I Live,” speaks to the COVID-19 pandemic in hymn after hymn.

Michigan Camps spark memories and hope

Listen and you will hear leaders and campers talking about good times at Michigan camps. The Board of Michigan Area United Methodist Camping anticipates a strong future for outdoor ministries.

Celebrating our worldwide mission

The General Board of Global Ministries says goodbye to their leader Thomas Kemper. His mantra for United Methodist mission was “From Everywhere to Everywhere.”

Perez begins as DCM October 1

The Rev. Paul Perez will assume the role of Michigan Conference Director of Connectional Ministries three months earlier than previously announced.

Keep the embers burning

Does the chaos of these COVID-days have a cooling impact on your faith? Rev. LuAnn Rourke, Heritage District Superintendent, encourages you to keep the embers burning through prayer.

Liberian women rise above COVID

UMW in Liberia is training women to make soaps and sanitary pads to generate income and provide needed products in rural villages. 

Wisconsin UMC stands for justice

The United Methodist Church in Wisconsin are modeling a “heart of peace” after violence followed the shooting of Jacob Blake in Kenosha.

Guide to counting virtual worship attendance

Year-end reports are coming. This is the standardized guide to counting virtual worship attendance for the Michigan Conference.

Cash needed for wildfire buckets

Gifts to the United Methodist Committee on Relief’s U.S. Disaster Response and Recovery Advance #901670 support efforts to aid homeowners in the path of wildfire blazing in California and Oregon.