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Ministry with Gen Z Cohort
ZoomThe Gen Z Cohort is for those who have a passion for young people and would like to be in ministry with Gen Z, the generation quickly becoming the largest in American yet, born between 1999-2015 (ages 8-24). This cohort will specifically focus on the youth and young adult age range of Gen Z, explore… Continue Reading Ministry with Gen Z Cohort
Embracing God’s Call: Language Diversity Webinar
To grow in our intercultural communication, Dr. Sarah Hercula will give participants time to explore and build common language. This is a pre-event to February's study "Embracing God's Call." The same content will be offered in a morning and evening sessions on January 9, 2025. Morning session is 10 AM to Noon ET (9 to… Continue Reading Embracing God’s Call: Language Diversity Webinar
Bishop’s Listening Tour
GRANDVILLE UMC Wilson Avenue Southwest, Grandville, Michigan, United StatesJoin Michigan’s Episcopal Leader and share your emerging hopes and dreams for The United Methodist Church. Bishop David will share an overview of what the Michigan Conference is doing to support your church in being a vital and vibrant member of your community. Much has changed as we move into the future, and we need… Continue Reading Bishop’s Listening Tour
Open Fund Development Hour
Via ZoomA monthly online co-working space for those interested in non-traditional funding opportunities for your church or non-profit. Attendees can bring a question, ideas to flesh out, a grant to work on, spend time searching for grants, build a budget or draft a purpose statement. Connectional Ministry Staff, Lisa Batten, will host a one hour monthly… Continue Reading Open Fund Development Hour
Open Fund Development Hour
Via ZoomA monthly online co-working space for those interested in non-traditional funding opportunities for your church or non-profit. Attendees can bring a question, ideas to flesh out, a grant to work on, spend time searching for grants, build a budget or draft a purpose statement. Connectional Ministry Staff, Lisa Batten, will host a one hour monthly… Continue Reading Open Fund Development Hour
Seed to Harvest Ministry Incubation Cohort
ZoomA monthly cohort for individuals or small teams launching a new (or adapting an existing) ministry, program or event. The cohort will focus on working to create an effective database, fund development, marketing, systems for success, time management, and launching. Grant funding will be available to cohort members for launching their new or adapted project.… Continue Reading Seed to Harvest Ministry Incubation Cohort
Seed to Harvest Ministry Incubation Cohort
ZoomA monthly cohort for individuals or small teams launching a new (or adapting an existing) ministry, program or event. The cohort will focus on working to create an effective database, fund development, marketing, systems for success, time management, and launching. Grant funding will be available to cohort members for launching their new or adapted project.… Continue Reading Seed to Harvest Ministry Incubation Cohort
Grant Writing 101
Grants are sources of funding for existing or new ministry ideas, facility repairs, or new builds. Knowing where to look and how to write a grant can be challenging and even intimidating. Participants in this FREE Grant Writing 101 Workshop will gain an understanding of a theology of fundraising, begin to draft a compelling purpose… Continue Reading Grant Writing 101
Grant Writing 101
Grants are sources of funding for existing or new ministry ideas, facility repairs, or new builds. Knowing where to look and how to write a grant can be challenging and even intimidating. Participants in this FREE Grant Writing 101 Workshop will gain an understanding of a theology of fundraising, begin to draft a compelling purpose… Continue Reading Grant Writing 101
Winter Retreat: Sacred Rhythm – Pilgrimage in Place
Via ZoomThis choose-your-own-location retreat is for those who want to explore Celtic Christianity and contemplative Christian practices in the tradition of Saint Brigid, an Irish saint. Join facilitators Lisa Batten, Rev. Cora Glass, and Rev. Greg Lawton. One retreat in three sessions over one week, beginning January 30. First and third sessions are online, and the… Continue Reading Winter Retreat: Sacred Rhythm – Pilgrimage in Place