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July 2020
Michigan Conference Mission u of the West 2020
Mission u "Finding Peace" is offered in four locations throughout Michigan. Gaylord First UMC Lake Huron Retreat Center Baldwin Hall at Albion College Troy Big Beaver UMC While each location offers the same courses, the length of the sessions and the settings are options for you to choose. All locations are handicapped accessible. The Albion College location offers a shuttle between buildings. You may attend as many Mission u events as you like. To ensure that you are correctly registered,… Continue Reading Michigan Conference Mission u of the West 2020
Find out more »Resilience: Breakdown, Break Up, Break Through Webinar
Initially it's sudden or slow. It continues both overtly and in the shadows of awareness. Responding quickly to trauma keeps negative impact of crisis from becoming overwhelming. Even as anxiety and contagions continue, we can flip the switch, by attending to our thinking and awakening our capacity for creative problem solving. Investing in our own resilience and the resilience of others builds capacity to journey from victim to survivor to thriver. Concepts and ideas of relationship systems theory will guide… Continue Reading Resilience: Breakdown, Break Up, Break Through Webinar
Find out more »Basic Coaching Class
Tuesday Wednesday Schedule First Day. Basic coaching skills can dramatically step-up leader effectiveness, increase a leader’s impact in the faith community and the local community, and prepare ministry leaders to effectively coach each other in partnerships with peers. It is ideal for supporting friends, followers, leaders, helpers and supervisors.
Find out more »Resilience: Breakdown, Break Up, Break Through Webinar
Initially it's sudden or slow. It continues both overtly and in the shadows of awareness. Responding quickly to trauma keeps negative impact of crisis from becoming overwhelming. Even as anxiety and contagions continue, we can flip the switch, by attending to our thinking and awakening our capacity for creative problem solving. Investing in our own resilience and the resilience of others builds capacity to journey from victim to survivor to thriver. Concepts and ideas of relationship systems theory will guide… Continue Reading Resilience: Breakdown, Break Up, Break Through Webinar
Find out more »Michigan School for License as a Local Pastor
The purpose of the School for License as a Local Pastor is to foster the spiritual growth and skill development of persons called into ministry. Students share in collegial fellowship, worship, study and practical experience, which enable them to qualify for a License as a Local Pastor and service in a congregation. The school emphasizes practical preparation for ministry, and the development of attitudes that will lead to future growth by each participant. The focus will be on understanding the… Continue Reading Michigan School for License as a Local Pastor
Find out more »Michigan Conference Mission u of the South 2020
Mission u "Finding Peace" is offered in four locations throughout Michigan. Gaylord First UMC Lake Huron Retreat Center Baldwin Hall at Albion College Troy Big Beaver UMC While each location offers the same courses, the length of the sessions and the settings are options for you to choose. All locations are handicapped accessible. The Albion College location offers a shuttle between buildings. You may attend as many Mission u events as you like. To ensure that you are correctly registered,… Continue Reading Michigan Conference Mission u of the South 2020
Find out more »Summer 2020 Mission Opportunity: July 26-31
Juneau County Wisconsin UMCOR Flood Recovery July 26-31, 2020 Juneau site is looking for teams of any size for clean-up, construction, light repair and painting. Dates : July 26 (travel) 27-31 (work days). Cost : $30 per person, lodging/meals provided under grant, teams are responsible for their own travel expenses. Deadline for application: March 1, 2020. Questions? Would you like to apply? Please contact Jody Pratt MI VIM prattgji09@gmail.com 616-292-4908.
Find out more »Michigan Annual Conference – Virtual
Annual Conference has been rescheduled to a virtual Annual Conference to be held on July 26-29, 2020. Visit our website at https://2020.michiganumc.org/ to learn more. Members of the Michigan Annual Conference will gather for a time of fellowship, worship and legislating during the 2020 Annual Conference at the Grand Traverse Resort and Spa, Thursday, May 28 – Sunday, May 31, 2020. The Michigan Conference will be a time of worship, learning and fellowship.
Find out more »August 2020
Summer Sabbath Rest – Lake Huron Retreat Center
Everyone needs time to recharge. This retreat experience, offered quarterly, is designed for guests to use the time however needed. Spend time in scripture reading and prayer. Bring your journal and experience quiet contemplation. Rest and renew your spirit by taking a walk on the beach or sitting by the fireplace. Enjoy community fellowship during meal times. Your time is your own! Dietary needs can be easily accommodated by contacting the Center Office in advance (810-327-6272). REGISTER HERE
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