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
Financial Ethics for Pastoral Leaders
Discipleship Ministries Online Course* with Discussion Cohort** led by Rev. Dr. Sherry Parker-Lewis The United Methodist Foundation of Michigan invites clergy and laity to participate in a 6-session course in Financial Ethics. Time: 10:00 am – 11:30 am Tuesdays: Feb 18, Mar 11, Mar 25, Apr 8, Apr 29, May 13 “Exploration of financial ethics strengthens the… Continue Reading Financial Ethics for Pastoral Leaders
Advocacy Day 2025
LANSING: CENTRAL UMC North Capitol Avenue, Lansing, Michigan, United StatesThe 2025 Advocacy Day at the Michigan State Capitol will be held on Wednesday, March 12. Last year, 200 United Methodists and friends from across Michigan spent the day advocating with their state legislators, and this year, we hope to grow that participation. Click here to learn more and register!
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
Heritage District LSM Class
Living Our United Methodist Beliefs (Heritage) Learn the meaning and power of the United Methodist way of living, serving, and witnessing to Jesus Christ in the world. It is a required class for those seeking to become a Certified Lay Speaker. Class Sessions: Saturdays; March 15 & April 5 (9am-3pm) Location: Pinckney Arise United Methodist… Continue Reading Heritage District LSM Class
United Women in Faith’s Power of Bold Day
Via ZoomJoin the Michigan Conference United Women in Faith (UWF) as they welcome Carla Moore, CEO of United Methodist Community House (UMCH) in Grand Rapids, as the featured guest of this year’s Power of Bold Day. This year’s Power of Bold Day is about National Mission Institutions (with almost 90 related to UWF). Learn about what… Continue Reading United Women in Faith’s Power of Bold Day
MI-AIM Spring Workshop
LAKE ODESSA: CENTRAL UMC 4th Avenue, Lake Odessa, Michigan, United StatesChurch Administrative Assistants and Leaders are invited to join the MI-Aim Spring Workshop on Saturday, March 15 from 10 AM to 3 PM. Topics include Setting Boundaries and New Beginnings with featured speakers Laura Witkowski, Michigan Conference Lead Associate Director for Connectional Ministries and Gayle Farner and Eva Jankowske, MI-AIM President and Vice President. Click… Continue Reading MI-AIM Spring Workshop
Spiritual Practices for Ministry Leaders Cohort
Via ZoomMinistry leadership is deeply fulfilling yet spiritually demanding. This cohort is designed to nurture your soul and explore different spiritual practices. The time will be led by various guides who will share different practices. Join us to cultivate rhythms of rest, prayer, and creativity as we journey toward spiritual renewal and resilience. Facilitator: Rev. Kathy… Continue Reading Spiritual Practices for Ministry Leaders Cohort
Spiritual Practices for Ministry Leaders Cohort
Via ZoomMinistry leadership is deeply fulfilling yet spiritually demanding. This cohort is designed to nurture your soul and explore different spiritual practices. The time will be led by various guides who will share different practices. Join us to cultivate rhythms of rest, prayer, and creativity as we journey toward spiritual renewal and resilience. Facilitator: Rev. Kathy… Continue Reading Spiritual Practices for Ministry Leaders Cohort
Heritage District LSM Class
Leading Worship Learn the basics of United Methodist worship and practice being a worship leader. It is a required class for those seeking to become Certified Lay Speakers. Class Sessions: Saturdays; March 22 & April 5 (9am-3pm) Location: Lincoln Community United Methodist Church, 9074 Whitaker Road, Ypsilanti, MI 48197 Registration Deadline: March 15 Class Facilitators:… Continue Reading Heritage District LSM Class