2024 Michigan Annual Conference
Grand Traverse Resort & Spa 100 Grand Traverse Village Blvd, Acme, MI, United StatesFearless: Embracing a New Future Beloved, we are God’s children now; what we will be has not yet been revealed. What we do know is this: when Christ is revealed, we will be like Christ, for we will see Christ as Christ is. Thursday, May 30 - Saturday, June 1, 2024 Grand Traverse Resort •… Continue Reading 2024 Michigan Annual Conference
Family Systems Co-Learner Peer Group
ZoomTo be human is to be in relationships. This interactive family systems group will help you explore big picture thinking by viewing our relationships through a “systems thinking” lens. In our relationships we can experience the very best of ourselves and the very worst. Understanding systems helps us manage ourselves and others in stressful situations,… Continue Reading Family Systems Co-Learner Peer Group
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
Timely Topics & Faith Formation Cohort
ZoomThe Timely Topics cohort will focus on topics like: Trauma Informed Ministry, Anti-Racism, Enneagram and Ministry, Mental Health, and Neurodivergent Ministry. Each month will be a different topic with a presentation and discussion. Facilitator: Erica Kozlowski Meeting Time: 1st Thursday of the month from 9:30am-11:30am on Zoom February – November (with a break for the… Continue Reading Timely Topics & Faith Formation Cohort
Foundations of Children’s Ministry Cohort
ZoomThis cohort focuses on basics of children’s ministry. There will be a blend of presentations on topics and cohort discussion. Topics may include: choosing and working with curriculum, planning and organizing your year, milestones, etc. Facilitator: Rev. Carol Van Buskirk Meeting Time: 2nd Tuesday of the month from 10am-12pm (Eastern) on Zoom February-November (with a… Continue Reading Foundations of Children’s Ministry Cohort
Seasoned Faith Formation Leaders Cohort
ZoomA cohort for experienced faith formation leaders who work with all ages (an emphasis on ministry with children, youth, and families) with a blend of guest speakers and discussion. Facilitator: Sherry Stone Meeting Time: 2nd Thursday of the month from 10a-12p (Eastern) on Zoom February-November (with a break for the summer) Registration Fee: $299/$399 (MIUMC/non-MIUMC)… Continue Reading Seasoned Faith Formation Leaders Cohort
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
Mission Night
BANGOR: SIMPSON UMC Joy Street, Bangor, Michigan, United StatesThe Greater Southwest District United Women in Faith will host a Mission Night! "We Make It - We Share It" Wednesday, June 19, 2024 6:00 - 7:30 pm Simpson UMC (507 Joy St, Bangor) The Sewing Sisters will regale us with the sewing projects they are involved with that benefit their community. Offering/ln-gathering: Donations of… Continue Reading Mission Night
Read Together Book Discussion via Zoom
ZoomJoin Michigan United Women in Faith for a Read Together book discussion. This book appears on United Women in Faith’s 2024 Reading Program as a Social Action selection. The Sum of Us: What Racism Costs Everyone and How We Can Prosper Together by Heather McGhee Thursday, June 20 at 6:30 p.m. via Zoom Pre-reading is… Continue Reading Read Together Book Discussion via Zoom
Central Bay District Youth Mission Trip.
Let’s give the youth (current 6th grade through 12th grade) of the Central Bay District the incredible gift of serving others this summer through our Student Summer Serve Trip 2024, WE BE TRIPPING! Our Central Bay District Youth will team up with mission partners in our own backyard of Big Rapids, Michigan. Read more >>>