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Transitions: Before, During & After Change
Transitions: Before, During & After Change
Are you facing changes in your life, group or organization? Whether it's within your family, job, faith community, or personal relationships, understanding the difference between change and transition can help you navigate losses, create opportunities, stay connected, and restart effectively. Join us to transform how you handle changes and transitions in your life. Embrace the… Continue Reading Transitions: Before, During & After Change
Transitions: Before, During & After Change
Transitions: Before, During & After Change
Are you facing changes in your life, group or organization? Whether it's within your family, job, faith community, or personal relationships, understanding the difference between change and transition can help you navigate losses, create opportunities, stay connected, and restart effectively. Join us to transform how you handle changes and transitions in your life. Embrace the… Continue Reading Transitions: Before, During & After Change
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Lifelong Faith Formation Cohort
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
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Timely Topics & Faith Formation Cohort
Timely Topics & Faith Formation Cohort
The 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
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Central Bay District Advanced LSM Class
Lay Servant Ministries, of Central Bay District, invites you to participate in a class that will help you discover your Spiritual gifts and help you understand what God calling you to do with your life. “For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans …to give you hope and a future.”… Continue Reading Central Bay District Advanced LSM Class
Central Bay District Advanced LSM Class
Lay Servant Ministries , of Central Bay District, invites you to participate in a class that will give you a better understanding of our Methodist heritage and how our doctrine and beliefs provide a framework for how we live our lives, as we practice what we preach. When: September 7 and 14, 2024 Where: Auburn… Continue Reading Central Bay District Advanced LSM Class
Central Bay District Basic LSM Class
Lay Servant Ministries, of Central Bay District, invites you to attend a class that introduces you to Lay Speaking/Lay Servant Ministry. 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 the United Methodist… Continue Reading Central Bay District Basic LSM Class
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Foundations of Children’s Ministry Cohort
Foundations of Children’s Ministry Cohort
This 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
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Faith Formation Fall Mini-Cohort
Faith Formation Fall Mini-Cohort
Join our three month cohort for faith formation leaders to learn, share, and connect. Cohorts in the Michigan Conference offer leaders regular meeting times with others in similar positions or interests. They have made a profound impact on leaders in Michigan and beyond. Past cohort participants have described the cohorts as a place for “community… Continue Reading Faith Formation Fall Mini-Cohort
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Seasoned Faith Formation Leaders Cohort
Seasoned Faith Formation Leaders Cohort
A 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
Ministry with Gen Z Cohort
The 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
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Grant Writing Workshop
Grant Writing Workshop
Grants can be a funding source for existing or ministry new ministry ideas, facility repairs or new builds. Knowing where to look and how to write a grant can be challenging and even intimidating. Join Lisa Batten, Associate Director of Connectional Ministry for a grant writing workshop in which participants will not only learn basics… Continue Reading Grant Writing Workshop
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Discernment Lab Workshop
Discernment Lab Workshop
For those who work with young people, want to work with young people, and love young people, join connectional ministry staff, Lisa Batten and Baptist Home Mission Societies’ National Coordinator for Justice and Mission Engagement, Rev. Kerwin Webb, as they share their learnings from the Foundation of Theological Exploration discernment practices. Participants will be invited to… Continue Reading Discernment Lab Workshop
Group ABAR Training
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
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MI-AIM Educational Conference & Retreat
"Power of Prayer" MI-AIM Educational Conference & Retreat For Administrative Assistants in All Methodist Church Offices. This will be a weekend filled with educational training, spiritual refueling and connectional fellowship for all that attend. Guest Speakers: Rev. Melany Chalker - Worship & Bible Journaling Rev. Carol Freeland - Power of Prayer Mark Doyal - Marketing… Continue Reading MI-AIM Educational Conference & Retreat
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Central Bay District Love Reaching Out Event
Do you want to connect the church and community? Are you wondering how best to sustain and grow a vital ministry? Could you be looking for another approach after good plans don’t seem to work out or are no longer impacting your community in the same way? The Love Reaching Out Seminar Is designed to… Continue Reading Central Bay District Love Reaching Out Event
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Seed to Harvest Ministry Incubation Events
Seed to Harvest Ministry Incubation Events
Do you have an idea for new ministry? An existing ministry that might need to be updated? Join the MI Conference connectional ministry team at one of the Seed to Harvest events to put your idea through an incubation process for an effective launch or re-launch. Three dates, same content, pick one that works for… Continue Reading Seed to Harvest Ministry Incubation Events
Group ABAR Training
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
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Seasoned Children’s Ministry Leader Cohort
Seasoned Children’s Ministry Leader Cohort
The Seasoned Children’s Ministry Leader cohort is designed for leaders with 5+ years of ministry experience. We will have guest presenters and provide time for discussion among cohort members about specific topics and general ministry. Facilitator: Rev. Kathy Pittenger Meeting Time: 4th Thursday of the month 10am-12pm (Eastern) on Zoom February – November (with a… Continue Reading Seasoned Children’s Ministry Leader Cohort
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Registration is closed – Western Waters District Lay Servant 2024 Fall Retreat
The Fall Lay Servant Retreat will be held at Cedar Springs UMC from 4:30pm Friday, September 27 to 4:00pm Saturday, September 28. The registration cost is $30 and includes two meals and snacks. Participants will make their overnight accommodations if applicable. Lay Servant classes are open to anyone regardless of the district in which your church resides.
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Basic Coach Training: Start Coaching Tomorrow
Basic Coach Training: Start Coaching Tomorrow
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 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
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Zoom Presentation: Is SAS Right For You?
Zoom Presentation: Is SAS Right For You?
Whether you have no idea what SAS is or your church leadership is already using it effectively, there is an event for you! Wednesday, October 2nd learn if SAS is right for your church. Wednesday, October 9th learn the latest and best practices for SAS. Register by September 29th for either or both of these free online events.
Lifelong Faith Formation Cohort
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
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Timely Topics & Faith Formation Cohort
Timely Topics & Faith Formation Cohort
The 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
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Heritage District Conference
Heritage District Conference
Your Heritage District Leadership Team has put together a District Conference event that you won’t want to miss! Join us for an inspiring day of networking and idea sharing featuring Keynote Speaker, Luke Edwards, author of Becoming Church – A Trail Guide for Starting Fresh Expressions. It is our hope that clergy and laity alike will come away energized with… Continue Reading Heritage District Conference
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