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SUMMARY:Heritage District LSM Class
DESCRIPTION:In-Person and Zoom Class:\nLeading Public Prayer – Let the Whole Church Say Amen\nWe believe prayer changes things\, so come train to be a change agent when leading prayer. Learn the elements of prayer\, expansive language for God and people\, and how word usage matters. John Wesley said\, “Prayer is where the action is.” Come be in the center of it! It is a required class for those seeking to become Certified Lay Speakers.\nClass Sessions: Saturdays; March 14 & March 28 (9am-2:30pm)\nLocation: Howell: First UMC; 1230 Bower Street\, Howell 48843 or by zoom\nRegistration Deadline: March 4\nClass Facilitators: Pastor Bob Fuchs & Loretta Job \nGet more information >>>
URL:https://michiganumc.org/event/heritage-district-lsm-class-7/
LOCATION:Michigan
CATEGORIES:Lay Servant Classes
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SUMMARY:Heritage District LSM Class
DESCRIPTION:In-Person and Zoom Class:\nCalled to Preach \nIn a safe and supportive environment\, affirm your call to preach\, assess and use sermon resources to prepare and present a sermon to the other class participants. “The greatest act of love we can ever perform for people is to tell about God’s love for them in Christ.” -Billy Graham. It is a required class for those seeking to become Certified Lay Speakers.\nClass Sessions: Saturdays; April 11 & April 25 (9am-2:30pm)\nLocation: North Lake UMC; 14111 North Territorial Road\, Chelsea 48118 or by zoom\nRegistration Deadline: April 1\nClass Facilitators: Pastor Trisha Farrell & To Be Determined \nGet more information >>>
URL:https://michiganumc.org/event/heritage-district-lsm-class-6/
LOCATION:Michigan
CATEGORIES:Lay Servant Classes
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SUMMARY:Central Bay District Spring 2026 Lay Servant Course
DESCRIPTION:Lay Servant Ministries invites you to join us for a class that is based on Thomas Porter’s book\, The Spirit and Art of Conflict Transformation – Creating a Culture of JustPeace. Transforming conflict into a positive rather than a negative force is a spiritual pursuit and needs to be grounded in biblical principles: love of God\, neighbor\, and self. This book is a resource for leaders\, ministers\, mediators\, facilitators\, and conflict transformation consultants who want to approach the work in this way. \nWhen:  April 18 and 25\, 2026\nTime:    9:00 am to 3:00 pm both weeks\nWhere: Alma UMC \nParticipants must preregister via email with Janice Buckley before April 4\, 2026. \nPlease bring with you to class the signed request for training form\, the textbook\, your lunch\, and an open mind.
URL:https://michiganumc.org/event/central-bay-district-spring-2026-lay-servant-course/2026-04-18/
LOCATION:ALMA UMC\, 501 Gratiot Avenue\, Alma\, MI\, 48801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lay Servant Classes,Leadership,Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260418T093000
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SUMMARY:Heritage District LSM Class
DESCRIPTION:In-Person and Zoom Class:\nIntroduction to Lay Ministry (Basic)\nEmbark on an adventure of service! Discover and develop gifts of caring\, leading\, and communicating ministries; putting faith into action in daily life to love God and neighbors. It is a required class for those seeking to become Certified Lay Servants.\nClass Sessions: Saturdays; April 18 & May 2 (9:30am-3pm)\nLocation: Clinton UMC; 10990 Tecumseh Clinton Road\, Clinton 49236 or by zoom\nRegistration Deadline: April 8\nClass Facilitators: Pastor Michelle McCalla & Anne Hanna \nGet more information >>>
URL:https://michiganumc.org/event/heritage-district-lsm-class-5/
LOCATION:Michigan
CATEGORIES:Lay Servant Classes
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SUMMARY:Western Waters District Lay Servant Ministries Retreat
DESCRIPTION:SPRING RETREAT FOR LAITY \nApril 24-25 at Cadillac UMC \nRegistration is now open for the Spring Lay Servant Ministries Retreat in Cadillac. Take the Basic Lay Servant course or choose from three advanced classes: Leading Prayer\, Spiritual Gifts or United Methodist Revised Social Principles. Registration includes the class and two meals. Cost is $30 plus the book purchase. Questions? Contact Sara Wolfsen (saraw1104@gmail.com). \nRegister by April 1. \nDownload the flyer >>> \nRegister online >>>
URL:https://michiganumc.org/event/western-waters-district-lay-servant-ministries-retreat/
LOCATION:Michigan
CATEGORIES:Lay Servant Classes
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SUMMARY:Central Bay District Spring 2026 Lay Servant Course
DESCRIPTION:Lay Servant Ministries invites you to join us for a class that is based on Thomas Porter’s book\, The Spirit and Art of Conflict Transformation – Creating a Culture of JustPeace. Transforming conflict into a positive rather than a negative force is a spiritual pursuit and needs to be grounded in biblical principles: love of God\, neighbor\, and self. This book is a resource for leaders\, ministers\, mediators\, facilitators\, and conflict transformation consultants who want to approach the work in this way. \nWhen:  April 18 and 25\, 2026\nTime:    9:00 am to 3:00 pm both weeks\nWhere: Alma UMC \nParticipants must preregister via email with Janice Buckley before April 4\, 2026. \nPlease bring with you to class the signed request for training form\, the textbook\, your lunch\, and an open mind.
URL:https://michiganumc.org/event/central-bay-district-spring-2026-lay-servant-course/2026-04-25/
LOCATION:ALMA UMC\, 501 Gratiot Avenue\, Alma\, MI\, 48801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lay Servant Classes,Leadership,Training
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SUMMARY:Heritage District LSM Class
DESCRIPTION:Zoom only class:\nAging and Ministry in the 21st Century: Do you know the “Top 10 Fears of Aging?” (Loss of independence\, health\, money\, driving\, being isolated\, etc.) In this course\, explore the aging process and ways to develop an intentional and comprehensive ministry by\, with\, and for older adults.\nClass Sessions: Saturdays; April 25 & May 9 (9am-3pm)\nRegistration Deadline: April 15\nClass Facilitators: Pastor Christopher Butson & Colleen Croxall \nGet more information >>>
URL:https://michiganumc.org/event/heritage-district-lsm-class-4/
LOCATION:Michigan
CATEGORIES:Lay Servant Classes
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SUMMARY:Lay Servant Ministries Learning Session
DESCRIPTION:August 4 from 12:00-2:00 pm via Zoom\nFREE to attend!\n\nAll clergy and laity interested in learning more about the Lay Servant Ministries program are encouraged to attend!\n\nWhat are the different types of certifications?\nHow can Lay Servants help their pastors and congregations?\nWhat types of classes are available?\nWhen and where are classes being offered?\nDo I have to pursue “Certified” status if I take a class?\nHow do I maintain my records (personal and by church) and renew each year?\nQ&A\n\n\nRegister no later than August 2! The Zoom link will be emailed to those registered on August 3.\n\nQuestions? Contact Melanie at (989) 793-8838 or mzalewski@michiganumc.org.
URL:https://michiganumc.org/event/lay-servant-ministries-learning-session/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Central Shores District,Lay Servant Classes,Lay Servant Ministries,Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260925T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260926T160000
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SUMMARY:Central Shores District: Fall Lay Servant Ministries Classes\, Retreat-Style
DESCRIPTION:Registration is now open for a fall Lay Servant Classes\, retreat-style! The retreat will be held September 25-26 at White Lake UMC in Montague\, MI. There is a registration fee of $30 per person to cover the cost of meals. Participants need to make their own lodging arrangements and order their own book. \nCourse Offerings: \n\nIntroduction to Lay Ministry: The Basic Course\nAdvanced Course: Worship Design\nAdvanced Course: Fresh Expressions\n\nRegister no later than September 14 using the printable flyer or using the online form. The online form will provide options for sending the registration fee via check or via PayPal. Contact Sara Wolfsen if you have any questions about the retreat.
URL:https://michiganumc.org/event/central-shores-district-fall-lay-servant-ministries-classes-retreat-style/
LOCATION:WHITE LAKE UMC\, Cook Street\, Montague\, Michigan\, 49437\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central Shores District,Lay Servant Classes,Lay Servant Ministries,Retreat
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261111T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261111T193000
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SUMMARY:Central Shores Lay Servant Ministries Basic Course
DESCRIPTION:LSM Basic Class Flyer – November 2026 \nRegister no later than November 8\, 2026!
URL:https://michiganumc.org/event/central-shores-lay-servant-ministries-basic-course/2026-11-11/
LOCATION:NORTH BRANCH: FIRST UMC\, Huron Street\, North Branch\, Michigan\, 48461\, United States
CATEGORIES:Area Event,Central Shores District,Lay Servant Classes,Lay Servant Ministries
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261121T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261121T170000
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SUMMARY:Central Shores Lay Servant Ministries Basic Course
DESCRIPTION:LSM Basic Class Flyer – November 2026 \nRegister no later than November 8\, 2026!
URL:https://michiganumc.org/event/central-shores-lay-servant-ministries-basic-course/2026-11-21/
LOCATION:NORTH BRANCH: FIRST UMC\, Huron Street\, North Branch\, Michigan\, 48461\, United States
CATEGORIES:Area Event,Central Shores District,Lay Servant Classes,Lay Servant Ministries
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