Category: Michigan Area
Bard, others celebrate ecumenical ties
United Methodists reflect on the benefits of and challenges to ecumenism following a recent prayer service in Lansing in observance of the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity.
District celebrates MLK’s life and legacy
For 30 years, the Greater Detroit District has given awards and scholarships to United Methodists who embody King’s dream.
Youth Mission Journey planned for June 2024
Michigan youth are invited to join other United Methodist youth in Iowa this summer for an immersion experience learning how to alleviate poverty.
‘Grace outside creates love inside’
Michigan Area United Methodist Camping launches a new brand — Grace Outside — and website with hopes of expanding its reach.
Church statistics due February 2
Annual statistics from local United Methodist churches related to membership, attendance, and finances are due February 2.
Top 10 news stories of 2023
The Michigan Conference’s communications team reviews the top news stories from last year.
Prentiss appointed as new DS
Bishop David Bard announces the appointment of the Rev. Dean Prentiss as the next superintendent of the Greater Southwest District, effective July 1, 2024.
The Light of Christmas shines in Grandville
A one-of-a-kind Christmas light display at Grandville UMC creatively presents the story of Jesus’ birth as good news to the community.
Giving the gift of reading
United Methodists with a heart for literacy received an early Christmas present in the expansion of their book-gifting program, which now reaches a five-county region.
Commerce UMC passes on sweet recipe
The United Methodist Men’s group at Commerce UMC makes Christmas candy as a fundraiser for mission, and other congregations are following suit.