Category: News
Rediscover what sets us apart
This year, the Michigan Conference is focused on rediscovering what makes us unique as United Methodist Christians. Conference leaders encourage every local church to organize a study of Laceye Warner’s… Continue Reading Rediscover what sets us apart
UMs join ecumenical march in Lansing
United Methodists joined hundreds of Christians from over two dozen denominations for Palm Sunday Path Michigan, a public witness for values at the heart of their shared faith: feeding the… Continue Reading UMs join ecumenical march in Lansing
‘Help us feed our neighbors’
Nearly 300 United Methodists and friends journeyed to Lansing for Advocacy Day to urge continued state funding for food security programs.
Youth trip to visit DC this summer
The Michigan Conference is organizing a trip for youth to visit our nation’s capital this summer, from July 5-11, in lieu of the Global Young People’s Convocation. Interested youth should… Continue Reading Youth trip to visit DC this summer
New young adult fellowship kicks off
Local churches and nonprofit ministries in the Michigan Conference are invited to apply for a $1,000 grant to mentor a young adult they know who is discerning purpose, vocation, or… Continue Reading New young adult fellowship kicks off
Staff retirements, job posting announced
The Michigan Conference announces the retirements of two longtime staff members, along with one job posting.
Shepherding pastoral transitions
The Michigan Conference’s On-Boarding program helps new pastoral appointments begin on a strong, healthy note.
Art raises awareness of gun violence
Grand Haven: Church of the Dunes UMC recently unveiled the completed Soul Box project, an art collaboration that displays 1,406 origami boxes representing lives lost in Michigan to gun violence… Continue Reading Art raises awareness of gun violence
Tornadoes trigger response
The Michigan Conference is on the move in response to historic tornadoes that swept through Southwest Michigan on Friday.
Update on episcopal assignments
Bishop David Bard and Bishop Kennetha Bigham-Tsai announce that they will continue their current episcopal duties through the end of this quadrennium in 2028.