Lifelong Faith Formation Cohort
The 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
UMCOR Sunday 2023
Michigan Conference Center 1011 Northcrest Rd., Lansing, MI, United StatesFoundations 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
Advocacy Day: Supporting Mental Health Care Access
Let's join our voices to care for those struggling with mental health Join hundreds of United Methodists at the State Capitol in Lansing next March to advocate for access to Mental Health Care, an issue that impacts every family in Michigan. Visit the 2024 Advocacy Day page to learn more.
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
Michigan Delegation Listening Session
Cadillac UMC 1020 E. Division St., Cadillac, MI, United StatesA recording of the March 16, 2024, Michigan Delegation Listening Session can be watched HERE. The slides can be found HERE. The Michigan Conference Delegation to General Conference and North Central Jurisdictional Conference are busy preparing for the upcoming General Conference in Charlotte, North Carolina, April 23-May 3, 2024. We continue to have discussions… Continue Reading Michigan Delegation Listening Session
Soul Checkin: Creating An Arc Toward Inclusive Inclusion
ZoomOpening ourselves to value every person in every moment is being like Jesus. What expressions of your faith are important to you? What spiritual practices may help you see people different from you through our Creator’s eyes? Together we can create safe-brave spaces to think out loud about everyday ways to open our hearts. Spiritual… Continue Reading Soul Checkin: Creating An Arc Toward Inclusive Inclusion
Connectional Ministries Team Open Office Hours
ZoomHello! Greetings from your new Connectional Ministries Team! Laura Witkowski, Kathy Pittenger, Lisa Batten and Naomi García are excited to extend an invitation to you for our upcoming Open Office Hours! The four of us will be on Zoom, in pairs, and we hope you’ll join us for engaging conversations, Q&A sessions, or just friendly… Continue Reading Connectional Ministries Team Open Office Hours