Category: Michigan Area
Campaign raises $320K for students
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The Michigan Conference’s Readers to Leaders campaign ends, raising over $320,000, but churches can continue supporting these vital ministries in several ways.
Cortes hired as new campus minister
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The Wesley Foundation at Michigan State University has hired Sonrisa Cortes as the new director and campus minister.
Church celebrates past, looks to future
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Farmington: First UMC recently celebrated the centennial of their church building, and Bishop David Bard was the guest preacher.
Four awards given at 2024 AC
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Faithful Michigan United Methodists committed to Christian ministry and mission were honored with special awards during the 2024 Michigan Annual Conference.
Summer preachers visit Michigan
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Bay View and Epworth Heights, two Michigan summer communities with United Methodist roots, have a full lineup of guest preachers this summer, and all are invited to worship.
Conference embraces fearless spirit
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On the heels of a historic General Conference, United Methodists embrace a fearless spirit of renewed mission and ministry at the 2024 Michigan Annual Conference.
Courage to talk, courage to listen
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At Annual Conference, Rev. Dr. Scott Hughes of Discipleship Ministries gave practical advice on how to have courageous conversations in a day when conflict and debate are the norm.
Annual Conference begins next week
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The 2024 Michigan Annual Conference begins next week, and Michigan UMs will worship God, conduct business, and embrace a new future together.
Chat with mission partners at AC
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Enjoy dessert, games, and live music while talking to our EngageMI Ministry Partners at the Annual Conference Mission Festival, set for Thursday, May 30, from 7 to 9 pm.
Ways to get moving at AC
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Whether you’re at home or attending Annual Conference, everyone can join the Michigan Conference’s initiative to “Move to End Child Hunger,” regardless of fitness level.