Basic Coach Training: Start Coaching Tomorrow
ZoomAsking the right questions is an essential part of being a coach. Basic coaching skills can dramatically improve your effectiveness, increase a leader’s impact in the faith community and the local community, and prepare leaders to effectively coach each other in partnerships with peers. A starter class for those with no previous coaching experience. A… Continue Reading Basic Coach Training: Start Coaching Tomorrow
Group ABAR Training
Do you need your ABAR Training, but do not want to complete it alone? Join one of our East Winds District-sponsored group sessions to begin or continue your training. In each 3-hour long training, there will be time for both large and small group discussions. You must come with an open mind, a willingness to… Continue Reading Group ABAR Training
Long-Term Recovery Disaster Response and Volunteer in Mission Training
Wesley at CMU 1400 South Washington Street, Mount Pleasant, MI, United StatesSaturday, February 22, 2025 9 am – 4 pm includes lunch and breaks, participant manual, and a t-shirt Registration begins at 8:30 AM Central Michigan University (CMU) Wesley House, 1400 S Washington St, Mt Pleasant, MI 48858 Cost: $30 covers materials, lunch, shirt. Payment due at the door. (Make checks payable to MI Conf Disaster… Continue Reading Long-Term Recovery Disaster Response and Volunteer in Mission Training
Tour of Museum of African American History
Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History 315 E. Warren Ave., Detroit, United StatesIn honor of Black History Month, all Michigan United Methodists are welcome to join the Michigan Area Black Methodists for Church Renewal (BMCR) on a tour of the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History in Detroit. Click to learn about the museum and its vision. Date: Saturday, February 22, 2025 Time: The tour… Continue Reading Tour of Museum of African American History
Sanctuary As Resistance
UNITED METHODIST MINISTRIES OF MECOSTA COUNTY - Big Rapids First Campus Elm Street, Big Rapids, Michigan, United StatesWhat does it mean for the church to be a place of refuge in times of crisis? How can faith communities and faithful Jesus followers respond to injustice with bold, compassionate action? Join us for a conversation with the Reverend Dr. Jill Hardt Zundel, United Methodist Elder and former pastor of Central United Methodist… Continue Reading Sanctuary As Resistance
Sprout-a-Thon Ministry Incubation Event
Via ZoomWe often feel isolated when launching something new, or we may be unsure of the next steps when revamping a program or ministry already in place to be more fruitful. The good news is that we don’t have to go it alone! Facilitators will guide you and provide resources to ensure you feel supported in… Continue Reading Sprout-a-Thon Ministry Incubation Event
Ministering through Grief and Loss
ZoomCome learn from two churches that have started ministries for folks living through grief and loss. Learn how they assessed the need, found resources, got buy-in, and have evaluated the impact. Time for questions and discussion to follow. This Zoom event is for clergy and laity who have an interest in starting or sustaining ministries… Continue Reading Ministering through Grief and Loss
Group ABAR Training
Do you need your ABAR Training, but do not want to complete it alone? Join one of our East Winds District-sponsored group sessions to begin or continue your training. In each 3-hour long training, there will be time for both large and small group discussions. You must come with an open mind, a willingness to… Continue Reading Group ABAR Training
Sprout-a-Thon Ministry Incubation Event
Via ZoomWe often feel isolated when launching something new, or we may be unsure of the next steps when revamping a program or ministry already in place to be more fruitful. The good news is that we don’t have to go it alone! Facilitators will guide you and provide resources to ensure you feel supported in… Continue Reading Sprout-a-Thon Ministry Incubation Event
East Winds Clergy Retreat
Colombiere Conference and Retreat Center Big Lake Road 9075, Village of Clarkston, Michigan, United StatesJoin us for the 2025 East Winds Clergy Retreat, Here I am, Send Me. Dates: 12:00 pm February 28, 2025 to 12:00 March 1, 2025 Location: Colombiere Conference & Retreat Center, 9075 Big Lake Road, Clarkston, MI 48346 Cost: variable based on room occupancy (commuter option available). Double rooms available. If you choose a double room… Continue Reading East Winds Clergy Retreat