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- Board of Ordained Ministry
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- Early Response Team Training
- East Winds District
- Greater Detroit District
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- Heritage District
- Lay Servant Classes
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- Michigan Conference
- Mission Project
- New Beginnings
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- Retreat
- Seminar
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- Support Group
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- Workshop
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- Reset
Calendar of Events
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1 event,
2023 Disaster Preparedness Rally
Natural disasters can strike anytime, and the Michigan Conference Disaster Response Team is ready to mobilize and respond quickly and efficiently. The team plans year-round to ensure we are prepared to assess immediate needs and then engage ministry partners and volunteers. The Michigan Conference is holding its biannual disaster kit rally from September 10 through… Continue Reading 2023 Disaster Preparedness Rally
2 events,
Family Systems Co-Learner Peer Group
Family Systems Co-Learner Peer Group
To 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
3 events,
Starting & Sustaining: Together in Ministries of Compassion, Justice & Inclusion
Starting & Sustaining: Together in Ministries of Compassion, Justice & Inclusion
Wanting to connect the church and community? Wondering how best to sustain and grow a vital ministry? Looking for another approach after good plans don’t work in the same way? Connect with other seekers and innovators. Be inspired by stories, renew spiritually, and imagine bold new ideas. Gather with creatives, community organizers, and change makers.… Continue Reading Starting & Sustaining: Together in Ministries of Compassion, Justice & Inclusion
Greater Southwest District United Women in Faith Celebration
Greater Southwest District United Women in Faith Celebration
5th Annual Greater Southwest District United Women in Faith Celebration Saturday, September 30, 2023 9:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Senior Services of Van Buren County 8337 M-140 • South Haven, MI 49090 269-637-3607 Registration and coffee begins at 8:30 a.m. “God’s Not Done With Us” Guest Speakers are Miriam Peralta and Cesar Garcia and they… Continue Reading Greater Southwest District United Women in Faith Celebration
4 events,
2023 Pre-Retirement Seminar
The Pre-Retirement Seminar for clergy and conference lay employees, sponsored by the Conference Board of Pension and Health Benefits, will be held October 2-3, 2023. This seminar is designed to assist you in planning for your retirement. It is a cooperative project within the Michigan Conference, bringing together special skills and talents in retirement, financial planning,… Continue Reading 2023 Pre-Retirement Seminar
Wonderfully Made Loved by God Training Event
Wonderfully Made Loved by God Training Event
A one-day training event to equip leaders to lead the Wonderfully Made Loved by God experience in their ministry setting or other churches. Wonderfully Made Loved by God is an experience for tweens to learn about their changing bodies, sexuality, relationships, and more through a Christian perspective. The event presenter is JJ Lloyd, a trained trainer and… Continue Reading Wonderfully Made Loved by God Training Event
Native Americans and United Methodism Course
Native Americans and United Methodism Course
Rev. Karen Wheat will offer a course on Native Americans and United Methodism. Mondays in October 5:00 – 7:00 pm Milwood UMC (3919 Portage Street, Kalamazoo, MI 49001) A look at Native American spirituality and history, especially as it relates to The United Methodist Church. We’ll explore creation stories, how Native Americans were treated by… Continue Reading Native Americans and United Methodism Course
3 events,
Heritage District LSM Class
Heritage District LSM Class
Leading Worship - Facilitators: Pastor Allee Ford & Lora Crombez In-Person October 7 and 21 from 9:30am - 3:30pm at Manchester United Methodist Church, 501 Ann Arbor Street, Manchester, Ml 48158 For more information contact: Anne Hanna: (734) 646-9046 or [email protected]
Heritage District LSM Class
Heritage District LSM Class
Teaching Biblical Faith (Leading Small Group Bible Studies) - Facilitators: Pastor Mike Clemmer & Todd organ In-Person (possibly hybrid) October 7 and 21 from 9:30am - 3:30pm at Clinton United Methodist Church, 10990 Tecumseh-Clinton Road, Clinton 49236 For more information contact: Anne Hanna: (734) 646-9046 or [email protected]
2 events,
Native Americans and United Methodism Course
Native Americans and United Methodism Course
Rev. Karen Wheat will offer a course on Native Americans and United Methodism. Mondays in October 5:00 – 7:00 pm Milwood UMC (3919 Portage Street, Kalamazoo, MI 49001) A look at Native American spirituality and history, especially as it relates to The United Methodist Church. We’ll explore creation stories, how Native Americans were treated by… Continue Reading Native Americans and United Methodism Course
3 events,
Western Waters District October LSM Classes-REGISTRATION IS CLOSED
Western Waters District Lay Servant Ministries Presents…
Fall Zoom Classes
Cost: $10 plus book purchase
Registration deadline: October 4
Lunch and Learn Webinar: Seed to Harvest
Lunch and Learn Webinar: Seed to Harvest
Please join us for an introduction to "Seed to Harvest," a Michigan Conference program designed to support individuals and teams from local congregations who have a seed of an idea to address a need in their community. This Lunch & Learn event will begin at 12:15 pm on Wednesday, October 11 and conclude at 12:45… Continue Reading Lunch and Learn Webinar: Seed to Harvest
3 events,
Introduction to Single Board Leadership
Introduction to Single Board Leadership
This training is an introductory level workshop to the single board leadership style. There will be a basic overview of information with plenty of time for Q&A to help participants understand how this model will work in their church. This event is for pastors and church leaders who are interested in moving their church to… Continue Reading Introduction to Single Board Leadership
5 events,
Central Bay District LSM Class
Central Bay District LSM Class
Advanced LSM Class: Living Our Beliefs Lay Servant Ministries, of Central Bay District, invites you to attend a new Lay Servant class on Methodist Heritage. As you study the history of the Methodism, and its founder John Wesley, you will come to understand that the original meaning of a Methodist was “a people who, with… Continue Reading Central Bay District LSM Class
Central Bay District LSM Class
Central Bay District LSM Class
Basic LSM Class Lay Servant Ministries, of Central Bay District, invites you to attend a class that introduces you to Lay Speaking/Lay Servant Ministries. God calls us all to a life of servanthood as disciples of Jesus Christ. This class will give you an opportunity to explore all the possibilities of ministry and service within… Continue Reading Central Bay District LSM Class
Heritage District LSM Class
Heritage District LSM Class
Lay Pastoral Care Giving - Facilitators: Pastor Mary Barrett & Nancy Hughes In-Person October 14 and 28 from 9:30am - 3:30pm at Waterloo Village United Methodist Church, 8110 Washington Street, Grass Lake, Ml 49240 For more information contact: Anne Hanna: (734) 646-9046 or [email protected]
3 events,
Disability Awareness Sunday
HOW DO MY GIFTS SUPPORT DISABILITY AWARENESS SUNDAY? Does your congregation welcome individuals with disabilities? Are they involved in worship and other aspects of church life? Do they serve as greeters, ushers, liturgists, musicians and church committee members? Disability Awareness Sunday calls United Methodists to celebrate the gifts and graces of people with disabilities and… Continue Reading Disability Awareness Sunday
4 events,
Basic Coach Training: Start Coaching Tomorrow
Basic Coach Training: Start Coaching Tomorrow
A coaching primer formerly known as Basic Coach Training. Asking 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 ministry leaders to effectively coach each other in partnerships with peers.… Continue Reading Basic Coach Training: Start Coaching Tomorrow
Native Americans and United Methodism Course
Native Americans and United Methodism Course
Rev. Karen Wheat will offer a course on Native Americans and United Methodism. Mondays in October 5:00 – 7:00 pm Milwood UMC (3919 Portage Street, Kalamazoo, MI 49001) A look at Native American spirituality and history, especially as it relates to The United Methodist Church. We’ll explore creation stories, how Native Americans were treated by… Continue Reading Native Americans and United Methodism Course
3 events,
Soul Checkin: Creating An Arc Toward Inclusive Inclusion
Soul Checkin: Creating An Arc Toward Inclusive Inclusion
Opening 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
2 events,
Native Americans and United Methodism Course
Native Americans and United Methodism Course
Rev. Karen Wheat will offer a course on Native Americans and United Methodism. Mondays in October 5:00 – 7:00 pm Milwood UMC (3919 Portage Street, Kalamazoo, MI 49001) A look at Native American spirituality and history, especially as it relates to The United Methodist Church. We’ll explore creation stories, how Native Americans were treated by… Continue Reading Native Americans and United Methodism Course
2 events,
Family Systems Co-Learner Peer Group
Family Systems Co-Learner Peer Group
To 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
2 events,
5th Annual Celebration of United Women in Faith MI Conference
5th Annual Celebration of United Women in Faith MI Conference
You are cordially invited to attend the 5th Annual Celebration of United Women in Faith of the Michigan Conference on Saturday, October 28, 2023 at Holt United Methodist Church, 2321 N. Aurelius Road, Holt, MI. Theme: Turn on - Tune in Keynote speaker: Bishop Bard Local Mission guest - House of Promise Engaged in community outreach… Continue Reading 5th Annual Celebration of United Women in Faith MI Conference
2 events,
Native Americans and United Methodism Course
Native Americans and United Methodism Course
Rev. Karen Wheat will offer a course on Native Americans and United Methodism. Mondays in October 5:00 – 7:00 pm Milwood UMC (3919 Portage Street, Kalamazoo, MI 49001) A look at Native American spirituality and history, especially as it relates to The United Methodist Church. We’ll explore creation stories, how Native Americans were treated by… Continue Reading Native Americans and United Methodism Course
2 events,
Heritage District LSM Event
Heritage District LSM Event
Living Our United Methodist Beliefs (Heritage)- Facilitators: Pastor John Park & Randie Clawson In-Person (possibly hybrid) November 4 and 11 from 9:30am - 3:30pm at Brighton: First United Methodist Church, 400 East Grand River, Brighton, Ml 48116 For more information contact: Anne Hanna: (734) 646-9046 or [email protected]