Category: News
Delegation endorses Kennetha Bigham-Tsai
The North Central Jurisdictional Conference will be voting for bishops in July of this year. The Michigan Delegation has endorsed and supports the election of the Rev. Kennetha Bigham-Tsai .
Love of UMC moved plan forward
A panel of United Methodists and their chief mediator, Kenneth Feinberg, explain how the Protocol of Reconciliation & Grace Through Separation plan was formed. Read more and view the video here.
On tyranny and discipleship
Democracies can turn into dictatorships. The Rev. John Boley summarizes what a history professor, Timothy Snyder, has to say to those who would oppose a slide toward tyranny and authoritarianism.
Puerto Rico recovers from quakes
Puerto Rico has trembled in a series of earthquakes over the holidays. Gifts to Advance #901670 will support relief efforts by UMCOR and REHACE.
Keswick UMC follows the sun
Non-profits and churches can reap renewable energy from the sun with little or no upfront cost and with significant savings in the long run.
‘The Plan’ … our leaders comment
Four Michigan Conference leaders — Bishop David Bard, Rev. Benton Heisler, Laura Witkowski, and Rev. Kennetha Bigham-Tsai — offer their initial responses to the separation plan announced on January 3rd.
Happy New Year, babies!
While Millennials often identify as “NONES,” young families make up 60% of Valley Church in Allendale, a congregation that welcomed 14 babies in 2019 with 7 on the way.
Social Principles head to GC2020
The Social Principles now head to General Conference for approval after eight years of study, writing, and reflection. They are a significant expression of the Wesleyan commitment to social holiness.
Reaction aplenty to separation plan
Rev. Kennetha Bigham-Tsai, chief connectional officer of The United Methodist Church, is among those sharing thoughts on the new plan for possible separation of The United Methodist Church.
Judson Collins Camp closed for 2020
Citing cuts in ministry shares by The Michigan Conference, the Board of Camping announced suspension of operations at Judson Collins Camp for the 2020 season.