A Day of Prayer and Healing
A Day of Prayer and Healing Be cheerful no matter what; pray all the time; thank God no matter what happens. This is the way God wants you who belong to Christ Jesus to live. (1st Thessalonians 5: 16-18, The Message) You are being invited to share in a day of prayer for the East… Continue Reading A Day of Prayer and Healing
Growing in Grace: Intentional Discipleship System and Community Engagement
The Heritage and Greater Southwest Districts are pleased to welcome Rev. Dr. Scott Hughes and Rev. Bryan Tener from Discipleship Ministries! Saturday, February 3, 2024 9:30AM - 3:00PM Marshall United Methodist Church (721 Old US Highway 27, Marshall, MI 49068) Growing in Grace: Designing an Intentional Discipleship System and Community Engagement is a transformative workshop for United… Continue Reading Growing in Grace: Intentional Discipleship System and Community Engagement
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
Basic Coach Training: Start Coaching Tomorrow
Via 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. WHAT: A starter class for those with no previous coaching experience. … Continue Reading Basic Coach Training: Start Coaching Tomorrow
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
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
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
Basic Coach Training: Start Coaching Tomorrow
Via 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. WHAT: A starter class for those with no previous coaching experience. … Continue Reading Basic Coach Training: Start Coaching Tomorrow
Lunch and Learn Webinar: Advocacy Day 2024
February 15, 2024 @ 12:15 pm - 12:45 pm EST Are you curious about this year’s Advocacy Day and the topic of championing mental health care access for all Michiganders? Join us for this 30-minute webinar. You will learn more about the particular legislation that we’ll be asking our lawmakers to consider. You’ll also have… Continue Reading Lunch and Learn Webinar: Advocacy Day 2024