Training

Benefits Boot Camp Webinar
ZoomWhether you’re just beginning your clergy journey or have been serving for years, you may not be taking full advantage of the benefits available to you through the Michigan Conference of The United Methodist Church. Benefits Boot Camp is your opportunity to get up to speed, ask questions, and learn how to unlock the full… Continue Reading Benefits Boot Camp Webinar

Compensation Form Webinar
ZoomOn Thursday, August 14, at 2 PM, we will hold our annual Compensation Form Webinar. If you have questions about the 2026 Compensation Form, this is the webinar for you! Click here to register, and please sign up by August 11.

Central Bay District Lay Servant Classes Fall 2025 (Reed City)
REED CITY UMC 503 S Chestnut St, Reed City, MICentral Bay District Lay Servant Classes Fall 2025 September 6 & 13, 2025 – Reed City UMC Lay Servant Ministries – Basic Methodist Heritage Classes meet 9:00 am-3:00 pm each day. Participants must complete both days in order to receive course credit. The Central Bay District does not charge registration fees for Lay Servant classes, although participants… Continue Reading Central Bay District Lay Servant Classes Fall 2025 (Reed City)

Central Bay District Lay Servant Classes Fall 2025 (Reed City)
REED CITY UMC 503 S Chestnut St, Reed City, MICentral Bay District Lay Servant Classes Fall 2025 September 6 & 13, 2025 – Reed City UMC Lay Servant Ministries – Basic Methodist Heritage Classes meet 9:00 am-3:00 pm each day. Participants must complete both days in order to receive course credit. The Central Bay District does not charge registration fees for Lay Servant classes, although participants… Continue Reading Central Bay District Lay Servant Classes Fall 2025 (Reed City)

Central Bay District Lay Servant Classes Fall 2025 (Greenville)
GREENVILLE: FIRST UMC West Cass Street, Greenville, Michigan, United StatesCentral Bay District Lay Servant Classes Fall 2025 September 20 & 27, 2025 – Greenville: First UMC Discover Your Spiritual Gifts Classes meet 9:00 am-3:00 pm each day. Participants must complete both days in order to receive course credit. The Central Bay District does not charge registration fees for Lay Servant classes, although participants are responsible for… Continue Reading Central Bay District Lay Servant Classes Fall 2025 (Greenville)

Central Bay District Lay Servant Classes Fall 2025 (Greenville)
GREENVILLE: FIRST UMC West Cass Street, Greenville, Michigan, United StatesCentral Bay District Lay Servant Classes Fall 2025 September 20 & 27, 2025 – Greenville: First UMC Discover Your Spiritual Gifts Classes meet 9:00 am-3:00 pm each day. Participants must complete both days in order to receive course credit. The Central Bay District does not charge registration fees for Lay Servant classes, although participants are responsible for… Continue Reading Central Bay District Lay Servant Classes Fall 2025 (Greenville)

Love Reaching Out 2.0
Mt. Pleasant: First UMC 400 S. Main St., Mt. Pleasant, United StatesSave the Date The Central Bay District will be holding a "Love Reaching Out 2.0" event on Saturday, October 18 from 9:00 am-3:00 pm at Mt. Pleasant: First UMC (400 S. Main St., Mt. Pleasant, MI 48858). Pr. Curtis Clarke will be the keynote speaker focusing on "Fresh Expressions." Additional workshops on various other topics will also… Continue Reading Love Reaching Out 2.0

Central Bay District Lay Servant Classes Fall 2025 (Rosebush)
ROSEBUSH UMC 3805 School Rd, Rosebush, MI, United States of AmericaCentral Bay District Lay Servant Classes Fall 2025 November 1 & 8, 2025 – Rosebush UMC Lay Servant Ministries – Basic Leading Worship & Preaching (NEW combination class) – This class is required for anyone wishing to certify as a Lay Speaker and is highly recommended for those who do pulpit supply. Methodist Heritage Classes meet… Continue Reading Central Bay District Lay Servant Classes Fall 2025 (Rosebush)

Central Bay District Lay Servant Classes Fall 2025 (Rosebush)
ROSEBUSH UMC 3805 School Rd, Rosebush, MI, United States of AmericaCentral Bay District Lay Servant Classes Fall 2025 November 1 & 8, 2025 – Rosebush UMC Lay Servant Ministries – Basic Leading Worship & Preaching (NEW combination class) – This class is required for anyone wishing to certify as a Lay Speaker and is highly recommended for those who do pulpit supply. Methodist Heritage Classes meet… Continue Reading Central Bay District Lay Servant Classes Fall 2025 (Rosebush)