Category: News
Connexion’s first year dubbed ‘success’
Fourteen young adults recently completed their summer internship through Connexion, the Michigan Conference’s new program centered on formation and discernment.
Doers of the Word and the work
NOMADS are Christians who travel with their RV all over the United States and provide volunteer labor for historically Methodist organizations.
Task force mobilizes Michigan to lead
The Michigan Conference has launched a new Environmental Justice Task Force, and its lay leaders are seeking passionate Michiganders to join them.
Foundation posts scholarship awards
The United Methodist Foundation of Michigan announces scholarship recipients through the UM Dollars for Scholars program for the 2024-2025 academic year.
Congregations named as leaders in generosity
The United Methodist Foundation of Michigan recently honored four new Barrett Steward Leaders for their exemplary stewardship ministry and culture of generosity.
Prentiss begins work as new DS
As superintendent of the Greater Southwest District, Rev. Dean Prentiss is excited about focusing on new opportunities to share Christ’s love and meet present needs.
Building a sustainable children’s ministry
It’s back-to-school time, and churches can lean on the new Michigan Conference Children’s Ministry Team for fall ministry support and then prepare to receive an offering for Christian Education Sunday,… Continue Reading Building a sustainable children’s ministry
Volunteer training set for October 26
Get the skills needed to join an UMCOR-certified Early Response Team (ERT) or a Volunteers in Mission (VIM) team. Training for both will be held at Saginaw: First UMC.
Church reignites hope in Battle Creek
Washington Heights UMC recently received a $365,000 grant to begin a major community revitalization project to address housing challenges in the neighborhood.
Clevenger named to advisory board
Pastor Cori Clevenger of Ypsilanti: First UMC is passionate about young leaders prioritizing their health and well-being and is excited to join Wespath’s Young Leaders Advisory Board.