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Earth care as a faith priority

Michigan United Methodists offered leadership on the pressing local and global needs for responsible care of God’s good creation on the Earth Day of Action.

Four awards given at 2025 AC

Faithful Michigan United Methodists committed to Christian ministry and mission were honored with special awards during the 2025 Michigan Annual Conference.

Intern program begins second year

Last month, fifteen young adults completed initial training as they began to serve churches and nonprofit ministries through the Michigan Conference’s Connexion summer intern program.

A time for every purpose

Retired pastor Sondra Willobee writes about the challenging process of decluttering and sorting through our belongings and how it raises broader questions about the legacy we leave behind.

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.