Category: World
UMC ratifies all four amendments
By a significant majority, annual conference members worldwide ratified four constitutional amendments as the church shifts toward greater equality and inclusion.
Regionalization passes overwhelmingly
The Council of Bishops of The United Methodist Church has announced that the four constitutional amendments, including the amendment focused on regionalization, have been ratified and certified, with over 90%… Continue Reading Regionalization passes overwhelmingly
NOMADS in RVs visit Michigan
A group of NOMADS, an ecumenical ministry of RVers from around the United States, came to Michigan this summer to help out at Wesley Woods Camp & Retreat Center in… Continue Reading NOMADS in RVs visit Michigan
From Unadilla to the world
In celebration of World Communion Sunday, Jack Harish shares the story of Judson Collins and his impact on global Methodism.
Ways to give to US flood disaster relief
The Michigan Disaster Response Team has compiled the best and most direct avenues to provide financial assistance for flood relief in Central Texas and West Virginia.
New plant gives AU solar power
A brand-new mini solar power plant is boosting self-reliance and student confidence at United Methodist-related Africa University in Zimbabwe.
The imperative of clean water
Continuing our series promoting the Michigan Conference’s Earth Day of Action, Jefferson Knight gives an update on Water for Life and how it continues to build wells, nourishing lives in… Continue Reading The imperative of clean water
Leave it for our offspring
Continuing our series promoting the Michigan Conference’s Earth Day of Action, United Methodist missionary Temba Nkomozepi says we must join forces to protect and care for this planet, leaving it… Continue Reading Leave it for our offspring
Women’s group plans Assembly 2026
United Women in Faith kicked off plans for Assembly 2026, set for May 15-17 in Indianapolis, and heard a rousing call to act now for racial justice. Julia Paradine-Rice from… Continue Reading Women’s group plans Assembly 2026
Every single vote matters
At the 2025 Michigan Annual Conference, lay and clergy members will vote on several UMC constitutional amendments that seek to move the denomination toward greater equity.