Category: Featured
Love for our migrant neighbors
United Methodists in Michigan are standing in solidarity with refugees and asylum seekers in their communities, as many of them fear deportation despite their lawful status.
Kasper named as East Winds DS
Bishop Bard announces the appointment of Rev. John Kasper as superintendent of the East Winds District, effective July 1. He will continue serving the Central Bay District.
Journey to justice in the Middle East
The Task Force Promoting Justice in the Middle East invites you to join them in their advocacy ministry championing the cause of peace with justice for all in the Middle… Continue Reading Journey to justice in the Middle East
Our ‘woolly mammoth’
When the gift of a disassembled pipe organ became a burden, Clinton UMC found it a new home with a ministry in the Philippines, making room for the church’s expanding… Continue Reading Our ‘woolly mammoth’
Start the year with the 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
“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
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
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
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
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.