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
Grant Writing Workshop
ZoomGrants can be a funding source for existing or ministry new ministry ideas, facility repairs or new builds. Knowing where to look and how to write a grant can be challenging and even intimidating. Join Lisa Batten, Associate Director of Connectional Ministry for a grant writing workshop in which participants will not only learn basics… Continue Reading Grant Writing Workshop
Genogram Part 1: Creating A Lifetime’s Family Diagram
ZoomThrough our families of origin we learn to be friend, spouse, parent & co-worker; and our previous generations influence everything from language to mannerisms. Creating & exploring a family diagram or genogram expands a basic understanding of relationship systems and helps identify our patterns of behavior. Participants agree to mutually demonstrate trust, acceptance, kindness, confidentiality,… Continue Reading Genogram Part 1: Creating A Lifetime’s Family Diagram
Bishop’s Listening Tour
MARQUETTE: HOPE UMC - Connection Center Campus West Fair Avenue, Marquette, 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
United Methodist Student Sunday
Michigan Conference Center 1011 Northcrest Rd., Lansing, MI, United StatesOne of six denomination-wide Special Sundays, the United Methodist Student Day offering funds a channel of hope for young scholars. The burden of taking on prohibitive amounts of debt can feel overwhelming. It limits bright, qualified students from bringing their full selves into the professions they feel called. Supporting United Methodist students gives them a… Continue Reading United Methodist Student Sunday
Seasoned Children’s Ministry Leader Cohort
ZoomThe Seasoned Children’s Ministry Leader cohort is designed for leaders with 5+ years of ministry experience. We will have guest presenters and provide time for discussion among cohort members about specific topics and general ministry. Facilitator: Rev. Kathy Pittenger Meeting Time: 4th Thursday of the month 10am-12pm (Eastern) on Zoom February – November (with a… Continue Reading Seasoned Children’s Ministry Leader Cohort
Lifelong Faith Formation Cohort
ZoomThe Lifelong Faith Formation cohort is designed to guide churches in envisioning and implementing a lifelong faith formation plan. John Roberto will walk cohort members through different models and approaches, building blocks for a plan, and resources for capacity building. Facilitator: John Roberto Meeting Time: Wednesday at 10am (Eastern) Jan. 10, Feb. 7, March 6,… Continue Reading Lifelong Faith Formation Cohort
Bishop’s Listening Tour
SOUTHFIELD: HOPE UMC Northwestern Highway, Southfield, 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
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
Bishop’s Listening Tour
MIDLAND: FIRST UMC West Larkin Street, Midland, 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