Category: Featured

Michigan delegates get ready to act

The first in a four-part series that describes how members of The Michigan Conference delegation are preparing for the 2019 Special Session of the General Conference in St. Louis, MO.

Face to face at the border wall

More than 300 faith leaders — including United Methodists from Michigan — walked to the border wall in San Diego on December 10th to bring blessing to people in Tijuana.

Bishops launch ‘One Church Plan’ site

United Methodist bishops say they want to provide information to help delegates preparing for the 2019 General Conference. Since its introduction the new site has received both pushback and support.

A new year, a new stillness

United Methodists in the state have come through a year of change. Now January 1, 2019 is the official “first day” of the new Michigan Conference.

First impressions reflect Christ

What do disciples do? In this month’s Home Words Bound, Rev. Benton Heisler, Director of Connectional Ministry, explains how important first impressions are, in the church and in the community.

A year with UMCOR in Puerto Rico

In the year since Hurricane Maria struck, UMCOR has contributed more than $20 million of relief aid to Puerto Rico.

District Dialog: gaining perspective

In this month’s District Dialog, the Rev. Dr. Margie Crawford talks about the importance of perspective.

Claiming the power of the cross

The sign of the cross continues to be a personal reminder that we belong to Christ. 

Help with back-to-school

Religion News Service reports on how faith-based organizations have mobilized to ready students for the school year just ahead.

Home Words Bound

Rev. Benton Heisler finds strength and comfort in scripture as he leaves a familiar neighborhood to “go, when and where the Bishop appoints me.”