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SUMMARY:2027 Compensation Form Training
DESCRIPTION:We will hold our annual Compensation Form Training on two occasions: Tuesday\, August 11th\, at 1 PM and Wednesday\, August 12th at 7 PM. This training is open to all clergy and church leadership involved in the compensation process. If you have questions about the 2027 Compensation Form\, this is the webinar for you! Click here to register\, and please sign up by August 7th.\nIf you are unable to attend\, please register to receive the recording link.
URL:https://michiganumc.org/event/2027compformtraining/2026-08-12/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Board of Pensions & Health Benefits,Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260811T130000
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SUMMARY:2027 Compensation Form Training
DESCRIPTION:We will hold our annual Compensation Form Training on two occasions: Tuesday\, August 11th\, at 1 PM and Wednesday\, August 12th at 7 PM. This training is open to all clergy and church leadership involved in the compensation process. If you have questions about the 2027 Compensation Form\, this is the webinar for you! Click here to register\, and please sign up by August 7th.\nIf you are unable to attend\, please register to receive the recording link.
URL:https://michiganumc.org/event/2027compformtraining/2026-08-11/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Board of Pensions & Health Benefits,Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bd of Pensions and Health Benefits":MAILTO:jgertz@michiganumc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260804T120000
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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:20260721T100000
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SUMMARY:Meet & Greet with Brick River Database Training
DESCRIPTION:A special Meet & Greet with Melanie Zalewski\, Executive Assistant of the Central Shores District is being planned for July 21 from 10:00 am-12:00 pm at Saginaw: Four Points UMC (9265 Geddes Rd\, Saginaw\, MI 48609). This event will give the opportunity for an in-person training session geared toward local church Secretaries/ Administrative Assistants\, clergy\, and any one else who works with the local church Dashboards within  Brick River database system. Feel free to bring your laptop and church leadership list with you if you want to follow along! \nBrick River is used for 99% of all district communications; therefore\, it is vital that your church Dashboard is up-to-date. Please make sure all email address(es)\, including the church’s main email and/or office\, clergy\, and other church leadership\, add “michigan@brtapp.com” to their “Safe Senders” lists within email contacts to ensure everyone receives district (and conference) communications sent through Brick River. \nPlease RSVP no later than Tuesday\, July 14 so that materials and set up can be prepared accordingly. There is no cost to attend this event\, and light refreshments will be provided. \nContact Melanie at mzalewski@michiganumc.org or 989-793-8838 if you have any questions.
URL:https://michiganumc.org/event/meet-greet-with-brick-river-database-training/
LOCATION:Saginaw: Four Points UMC\, 9265 Geddes Rd\, Saginaw\, MI\, 48609
CATEGORIES:Central Shores District,Clergy,Leadership,Training
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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: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/New_York:20251108T090000
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SUMMARY:Central Bay District Lay Servant Classes Fall 2025 (Rosebush)
DESCRIPTION:Central Bay District Lay Servant Classes\nFall 2025\n\nNovember 1 & 8\, 2025 – Rosebush UMC\n\nLay Servant Ministries – Basic\nLeading 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.\nMethodist Heritage\n\n\n\nClasses meet 9:00 am-3:00 pm each day.  Participants must complete both days in order to receive course credit. \nThe Central Bay District does not charge registration fees for Lay Servant classes\, although participants are responsible for obtaining a copy of the corresponding textbook. \nTo register for classes\, complete your request for training form and bring to first class date OR email to Janice Buckley at buckley7878@charter.net (deadlines are dependent on location – see linked posters above).  Contact Janice with any additional questions.
URL:https://michiganumc.org/event/central-bay-district-lay-servant-classes-fall-2025-rosebush/2025-11-08/
LOCATION:ROSEBUSH UMC\, 3805 School Rd\, Rosebush\, 48878-5013\, United States of America
CATEGORIES:Lay Servant Classes,Leadership,Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251101T090000
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SUMMARY:Central Bay District Lay Servant Classes Fall 2025 (Rosebush)
DESCRIPTION:Central Bay District Lay Servant Classes\nFall 2025\n\nNovember 1 & 8\, 2025 – Rosebush UMC\n\nLay Servant Ministries – Basic\nLeading 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.\nMethodist Heritage\n\n\n\nClasses meet 9:00 am-3:00 pm each day.  Participants must complete both days in order to receive course credit. \nThe Central Bay District does not charge registration fees for Lay Servant classes\, although participants are responsible for obtaining a copy of the corresponding textbook. \nTo register for classes\, complete your request for training form and bring to first class date OR email to Janice Buckley at buckley7878@charter.net (deadlines are dependent on location – see linked posters above).  Contact Janice with any additional questions.
URL:https://michiganumc.org/event/central-bay-district-lay-servant-classes-fall-2025-rosebush/2025-11-01/
LOCATION:ROSEBUSH UMC\, 3805 School Rd\, Rosebush\, 48878-5013\, United States of America
CATEGORIES:Lay Servant Classes,Leadership,Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251018T090000
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SUMMARY:Love Reaching Out 2.0
DESCRIPTION:The Central Bay District is holding a follow-up to the highly-regarded Love Reaching Out event that took place in 2024.  All are welcome to attend Love Reaching Out 2.0 on Saturday\, October 18 at Mt. Pleasant First UMC from 9:00 am-2:30 pm to gain further insight into popular topics. \n\n\n\n9:00-9:15 am\nRegistration and Welcome\n\n\n9:15-9:45 am\nOpening Worship Service\n\n\n9:45-10:00 am\nBreak\n\n\n10:00-10:45 am\nBreakout Session A\n\n\n10:45-11:00 am\nBreak\n\n\n11:00-11:45 am\nBreakout Session B\n\n\n12:00-1:00 pm\nLunch & Break\n\n\n1:00-2:30 pm\nPlenary: “Fresh Expressions” with Pr. Curtis Clarke\n\n\n\nFresh Expressions Plenary Session: \nIn a world that is ever changing and evolving\, how do we take the message of the gospel into our neighborhoods to connect with people  and then build community with them? The Fresh Expression movement is teaching us just that. Just as Jesus sent out disciples two by two\, we are being sent out in the same way. Scriptural focus is  Matthew 10:1-20. \nEach person will also choose 2 different breakout sessions to attend: \n\nCANVA & Social Media with Rev. Kim Bos\nSpiritual Grandparenting with Pr. Ray Francis\nAI: How Can It Assist in Ministry? with Rev. Jeff Williams\nHow to Give Away Your Faith with Pr. Carmen Cook\nSOUL Circle Grief Care Ministry with Kathy Bell and Pr. Jeremy Wicks\nSustainable Growth in the UMC with Rev. Ryan Wenburg\n\nChild care will be made available if needs are indicated at registration.  There is no cost to participate in this event\, and lunch will be included with your RSVP.  Register now!
URL:https://michiganumc.org/event/love-reaching-out-2-0/
LOCATION:Mt. Pleasant: First UMC\, 400 S. Main St.\, Mt. Pleasant\, 48858\, United States
CATEGORIES:Leadership,Speaker,Training,Workshop
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