A three-part online small group designed to build capacity to shift cultural perspectives and adapt behavior to differences and commonalities. Using the Intercultural Development Inventory (IDI), learn why intercultural competency is important, how to use tools for meaningful interactions across cultures, and how to create a plan for continued growth and learning, all within a… Continue Reading IDI Together
When: October 16 - 17, 2026 Location: Hope United Methodist Church, 26275 Northwestern Hwy, Southfield, MI 48076 Theme: "UNSTOPPABLE: Bold Together!" Message: “The Boldness of Deborah” Click for flyer with more information and registration form: 2026 MI UWF Annual Celebration Registration
Saturday, October 17, 2026 8:30 AM Check-in (for pre-registered participants) 9 am – 4 pm includes lunch, breaks, participant manual, and t-shirt Location: Middleville UMC, 111 Church Street, Middleville, MI 49333 Cost: $30 covers materials, lunch, shirt. Payment due at the door. Make checks payable to MI Conference Disaster Response. Instructor: Jody Pratt, VIM Coordinator Pre-registration required. Contact Jody… Continue Reading Long-Term Recovery Disaster Response and Volunteer in Mission Training
Are you curious about navigating staff and volunteer management? Ready to learn alongside other church leaders? Looking for best practices for human resources? Need a Staff Handbook? Learn the basics of staff and volunteer human resources for churches, including general policies, employee handbook, crisis management, and employee/volunteer lifecycle. This two-hour workshop includes training, best practices,… Continue Reading Ministry Mechanics: The Nuts & Bolts of HR
Ministry leaders engaged in faith formation ministry at any age level are invited to Rooted: Reclaim on Tuesday, October 20, from 9:30 am – 4 pm at Okemos Community Church in Okemos. Optional pre-event co-working time on Monday, October 19, from 1:30 – 5:00 pm. For those wishing to stay overnight on Monday, event leaders have reserved a… Continue Reading Rooted: Reclaim for Faith Formation Leaders
Ministry leaders engaged in faith formation ministry at any age level are invited to Rooted: Reclaim on Tuesday, October 20, from 9:30 am – 4 pm at Okemos Community Church in Okemos. Optional pre-event co-working time on Monday, October 19, from 1:30 – 5:00 pm. For those wishing to stay overnight on Monday, event leaders have reserved a… Continue Reading Rooted: Reclaim for Faith Formation Leaders
Are you curious about navigating staff and volunteer management? Ready to learn alongside other church leaders? Looking for best practices for human resources? Need a Staff Handbook? Learn the basics of staff and volunteer human resources for churches, including general policies, employee handbook, crisis management, and employee/volunteer lifecycle. This two-hour workshop includes training, best practices,… Continue Reading Ministry Mechanics: The Nuts & Bolts of HR
Do you want to deepen your understanding and experience of culture and belonging? Join others for the new Introduction to Cross-Cultural Ministry workshop. This workshop is for individuals, small groups, and churches who want to grow in their understanding and experience of culture and belonging. Participants will be invited to engage in self-reflection and… Continue Reading Cross-Cultural Ministry workshop
On Oct. 28, join the Michigan Conference Board of Justice for “Data Centers in Michigan: A Threat to Our Creation,” a 30-minute lunch-and-learn exploring how AI data centers affect Michigan’s water, land, air, and communities. Julielyn Gibbons of Northville: First UMC and others will share how communities are organizing and help attendees develop a faithful… Continue Reading Lunch & Learn Webinar – Data Centers in Michigan: A Threat to Our Creation
Have you taken the Intercultural Development Inventory (IDI) within the past four years? IDP Together offers an opportunity to move beyond your assessment and take meaningful steps toward growth through your individual Intercultural Development Plan (IDP). Over the course of one month, participants will gather in a supportive, community-based setting to walk through their IDPs… Continue Reading IDP Together: Grow Your Intercultural Capacity
