Area Event
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
Book Study – The Anxious Generation
Via ZoomJoin other faith formation leaders via Zoom to discuss Jonathan Haidt’s book The Anxious Generation: How the Great Rewiring of Childhood is Causing an Epidemic of Mental Illness and its relevance to ministry today. Facilitator: Erica Kozlowski Four Sessions: January 30, February 27, March 27, April 24 Time: 10:00 am to 11:15 am (EST)/9:00 am… Continue Reading Book Study – The Anxious Generation
Adaptive Leadership in Faith Formation Ministries Cohort
Via ZoomIn a rapidly changing world, faith formation ministries require leaders who can navigate complexity with creativity and resilience. Adaptive Leadership in Faith Formation Ministries is a cohort designed to equip ministry leaders with the tools and insights needed to adapt to evolving challenges while staying rooted in their mission and purpose. Through collaborative learning, discussions, relevant scenarios,… Continue Reading Adaptive Leadership in Faith Formation Ministries Cohort
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