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SUMMARY:Roles for Social Change Small Group
DESCRIPTION:In a time of political and social upheaval\, many are fighting fear\, hopelessness\, and despair. Claim your role in social change movements and find out how you can most effectively collaborate with others to engage in social justice ministries.The Roles for Social Change online group is for those who want to deepen their understanding of their role in change-making work and how they show up in pursuit of equity\, shared liberation\, inclusion\, and justice. Four Mondays\, beginning Feb. 2. Suggested fee is $25\, but pay what you can.  Register now! \n 
URL:https://michiganumc.org/event/roles-for-social-change-small-group/2026-02-02/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Area Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260203T120000
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SUMMARY:Fund Development 101
DESCRIPTION:This workshop is designed for faith communities and nonprofits that are beginning to diversify their funding sources. In this one-hour session\, participants will be offered a theological and spiritual approach to fund development and support those working to diversify the funding streams for their church or nonprofit. \nThere is a $20 registration fee per person\, or $40 per group from one church or organization. \nSame content\, two time options: Tuesday\, February 3\, 2026\, at noon Eastern or at 6 pm Eastern. Register now. \n 
URL:https://michiganumc.org/event/fund-development-101-4/2026-02-03/1/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Area Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lisa Batten":MAILTO:lbatten@michiganumc.org
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260203T190000
DTSTAMP:20251203T165734Z
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SUMMARY:Fund Development 101
DESCRIPTION:This workshop is designed for faith communities and nonprofits that are beginning to diversify their funding sources. In this one-hour session\, participants will be offered a theological and spiritual approach to fund development and support those working to diversify the funding streams for their church or nonprofit. \nThere is a $20 registration fee per person\, or $40 per group from one church or organization. \nSame content\, two time options: Tuesday\, February 3\, 2026\, at noon Eastern or at 6 pm Eastern. Register now. \n 
URL:https://michiganumc.org/event/fund-development-101-4/2026-02-03/2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Area Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lisa Batten":MAILTO:lbatten@michiganumc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260209T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260211T120000
DTSTAMP:20250924T182028Z
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SUMMARY:Central Bay District Clergy Retreat 2026
DESCRIPTION:Afternoon of February 9-Noon on February 11\nLocation: TBD \nStay tuned for more details!
URL:https://michiganumc.org/event/central-bay-district-clergy-retreat-2026/
CATEGORIES:Clergy,Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Central Bay District CARE Team":MAILTO:debbikasper59@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260209T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260209T200000
DTSTAMP:20251210T190750Z
CREATED:20251210T190545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T190750Z
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SUMMARY:Roles for Social Change Small Group
DESCRIPTION:In a time of political and social upheaval\, many are fighting fear\, hopelessness\, and despair. Claim your role in social change movements and find out how you can most effectively collaborate with others to engage in social justice ministries.The Roles for Social Change online group is for those who want to deepen their understanding of their role in change-making work and how they show up in pursuit of equity\, shared liberation\, inclusion\, and justice. Four Mondays\, beginning Feb. 2. Suggested fee is $25\, but pay what you can.  Register now! \n 
URL:https://michiganumc.org/event/roles-for-social-change-small-group/2026-02-09/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Area Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260211T121500
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260211T130000
DTSTAMP:20260205T173827Z
CREATED:20260127T171644Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T173827Z
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SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn Webinar: Advocacy Day 2026
DESCRIPTION:Are you curious about this year’s Advocacy Day and the topic of food insecurity in Michigan? Join us for this 30-minute webinar. You will learn more about the impact of food insecurity across our state and you’ll also have a chance to hear how you can participate even if you can’t be in Lansing in person on March 18. \nHost: Alice Townley\, Advocacy Day Coordinator \nRegister for the Advocacy Day Lunch & Learn Webinar Now! \nRegistration required to participate. Register or watch it on the conference Facebook page. \nRead more about the Lunch & Learn Webinar and Advocacy Day. \n\n\nAnother goal of Advocacy Day\, along with enlivening faith\, is to help Michigan United Methodists and friends increase their capacity for building relationships with their lawmakers and grow their confidence in telling stories of impact and asking for change.
URL:https://michiganumc.org/event/lunch-learn-webinar-advocacy-day-2026/
CATEGORIES:Area Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260212T090000
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SUMMARY:Coffee & Coworking
DESCRIPTION:Bring your computer\, get a hot drink\, and work alongside other ministry leaders. Come and go as you please! \nPanera Bread at 5175 Highland Rd. in Waterford\, MI. \nContact Rachel McCollum at rachel@fumc-a2.org
URL:https://michiganumc.org/event/coffee-coworking/
CATEGORIES:Greater Detroit District
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260216T180000
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CREATED:20251210T190545Z
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UID:10001744-1771264800-1771272000@michiganumc.org
SUMMARY:Roles for Social Change Small Group
DESCRIPTION:In a time of political and social upheaval\, many are fighting fear\, hopelessness\, and despair. Claim your role in social change movements and find out how you can most effectively collaborate with others to engage in social justice ministries.The Roles for Social Change online group is for those who want to deepen their understanding of their role in change-making work and how they show up in pursuit of equity\, shared liberation\, inclusion\, and justice. Four Mondays\, beginning Feb. 2. Suggested fee is $25\, but pay what you can.  Register now! \n 
URL:https://michiganumc.org/event/roles-for-social-change-small-group/2026-02-16/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Area Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260218T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260218T130000
DTSTAMP:20260216T180421Z
CREATED:20260216T180000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260216T180421Z
UID:10001818-1771416000-1771419600@michiganumc.org
SUMMARY:LUNCH & LEARN: Less Hustle\, More Ministry - Smarter Church Administration
DESCRIPTION:MI-Aim presents Less Hustle\, More Ministry: Smarter Church Administration Lunch & Learn. Join guest speaker Rev. Taylor W. Burton Edwards\, Lead of Ask The UMC of UM Communications to learn about Find-A-Church. Perfect for church administrators. This event begins at Noon on Wednesday\, February 18. Download the flyer for the Zoom link.
URL:https://michiganumc.org/event/lunch-learn-less-hustle-more-ministry-smarter-church-administration/
LOCATION:Via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Area Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260221T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260221T160000
DTSTAMP:20260112T194553Z
CREATED:20260106T190322Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T194553Z
UID:10001804-1771664400-1771689600@michiganumc.org
SUMMARY:Keep Doing Justice
DESCRIPTION:The Board of Justice is answering the calls for the return of Keep Making Peace. We hope to inspire attendees to work as justice seekers to follow our Christian callings. Join us on February 21\, 2026 from 9 am to 4 pm. \nKeep Doing Justice is a one-day event hosted by the Michigan Conference Board of Justice. The goal is to empower Michigan United Methodists to be better participants in seeking justice in our world. This will be achieved through worship\, speakers\, and workshops showcasing justice-focused ministries in the Michigan Area UMC. \nThis event is for all Methodists in Michigan including former attendees of Keep Making Peace. \nLearn more and register for Keep Doing Justice!
URL:https://michiganumc.org/event/keep-doing-justice/
CATEGORIES:Area Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260222T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260222T153000
DTSTAMP:20260227T151010Z
CREATED:20260227T151010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T151010Z
UID:10001826-1771768800-1771774200@michiganumc.org
SUMMARY:Bishop Bard's Listening Sessions
DESCRIPTION:Bishop David Bard invites all clergy and laity to participate in listening sessions regarding a proposal from the Appointive Cabinet to restructure the number of districts in the Michigan Conference. Your voice matters in this important conversation about our conference’s future. \nLearn more about the listening sessions.
URL:https://michiganumc.org/event/bishop-bards-listening-sessions/
LOCATION:SOUTHFIELD: HOPE UMC\, Northwestern Highway\, Southfield\, Michigan\, 48075\, United States
CATEGORIES:Area Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T130000
DTSTAMP:20251022T203702Z
CREATED:20251022T203332Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251022T203702Z
UID:10001716-1771848000-1771851600@michiganumc.org
SUMMARY:IDI Workshop: IDP Together
DESCRIPTION:Join a supportive\, community-based walk through of your Intercultural Development Plan (IDP). Over a span of six months\, participants will be guided in thought\, reflection\, and action as they take steps to complete their IDP. Each participant will be given the space and support needed to traverse the intense landscape of intercultural development. As we deepen our self-awareness and increase our ability to relate to one another\, we sow seeds of meaningful connection. \nIDP Together is designed for those who have taken the Intercultural Development Inventory within the last two years and are ready to dive into their IDP. All are welcome. Co-facilitated by Rev. Alice Fleming Townley and Charity Ben. Every fourth Monday from noon to 1 pm\, January 26 – June 22. \nRegister Now! \n“We cannot live only for ourselves. A thousand fibers connect us with our fellow men; and among those fibers\, as sympathetic threads\, our actions run as causes\, and they come back to us as effects.” ~ Herman Melville \nIf you would like to take the Intercultural Develpment Inventory\, please contact: lbatten@michiganumc.org
URL:https://michiganumc.org/event/idi-workshop-idp-together/2026-02-23/
LOCATION:Via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Area Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T200000
DTSTAMP:20251210T190750Z
CREATED:20251210T190545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T190750Z
UID:10001745-1771869600-1771876800@michiganumc.org
SUMMARY:Roles for Social Change Small Group
DESCRIPTION:In a time of political and social upheaval\, many are fighting fear\, hopelessness\, and despair. Claim your role in social change movements and find out how you can most effectively collaborate with others to engage in social justice ministries.The Roles for Social Change online group is for those who want to deepen their understanding of their role in change-making work and how they show up in pursuit of equity\, shared liberation\, inclusion\, and justice. Four Mondays\, beginning Feb. 2. Suggested fee is $25\, but pay what you can.  Register now! \n 
URL:https://michiganumc.org/event/roles-for-social-change-small-group/2026-02-23/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Area Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T130000
DTSTAMP:20251218T175512Z
CREATED:20251218T174634Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T175512Z
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SUMMARY:Lenten Book Study: Knowing Who We Are
DESCRIPTION:Across the Michigan Conference\, many are seeking a deeper understanding of our identity\, our history\, and our mission. The 2026 Michigan Annual Conference\, May 29-31\, 2026\, will focus on our UMC identity and include keynote speaker Ashley Boggan\, General Secretary of Archives and History. To prepare for the annual conference\, we encourage every local church in Michigan to plan a study of Laceye C. Warner’s book Knowing Who We Are. \nThis book offers a clearer picture of our Wesleyan way of following Jesus\, focusing on core values like God’s full grace for everyone\, Real-life transformation—how your faith leads to positive\, visible change in your life\, your community\, and the world. \nWhether you plan to attend the annual conference as an elected member or just want to learn more about what it means to #BeUMC and connect with fellow United Methodists across the state\, we hope you’ll participate in this book study\, designed to help you clarify your beliefs\, articulate your values\, and strengthen your connection to The United Methodist Church. \nWe want to ensure every Michigan United Methodist has the opportunity to participate. If your local church is not planning a study before the annual conference\, we invite you to sign up for special online sessions offered by the Michigan Conference during Lent. These six sessions will be offered via Zoom from February 24 to March 31. \nBook: Knowing Who We Are by Laceye C. Warner. Purchase the book at Cokesbury or Bookshop.org\nDates: Tuesdays\, starting February 24 and through March 31 (6 sessions)\nCost: There is no cost to participate other than purchasing a copy of the book.\nTime Options (Choose one): \nDaytime: Tuesdays\, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM ET \nEvening: Tuesdays\, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM ET \nPurchase the book and read Chapter 1 before February 24.\nSign up today to join the connectional conversation! \nRegister Now!
URL:https://michiganumc.org/event/548576/2026-02-24/1/
LOCATION:Via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Area Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T200000
DTSTAMP:20251218T175512Z
CREATED:20251218T174634Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T175512Z
UID:10001801-1771957800-1771963200@michiganumc.org
SUMMARY:Lenten Book Study: Knowing Who We Are
DESCRIPTION:Across the Michigan Conference\, many are seeking a deeper understanding of our identity\, our history\, and our mission. The 2026 Michigan Annual Conference\, May 29-31\, 2026\, will focus on our UMC identity and include keynote speaker Ashley Boggan\, General Secretary of Archives and History. To prepare for the annual conference\, we encourage every local church in Michigan to plan a study of Laceye C. Warner’s book Knowing Who We Are. \nThis book offers a clearer picture of our Wesleyan way of following Jesus\, focusing on core values like God’s full grace for everyone\, Real-life transformation—how your faith leads to positive\, visible change in your life\, your community\, and the world. \nWhether you plan to attend the annual conference as an elected member or just want to learn more about what it means to #BeUMC and connect with fellow United Methodists across the state\, we hope you’ll participate in this book study\, designed to help you clarify your beliefs\, articulate your values\, and strengthen your connection to The United Methodist Church. \nWe want to ensure every Michigan United Methodist has the opportunity to participate. If your local church is not planning a study before the annual conference\, we invite you to sign up for special online sessions offered by the Michigan Conference during Lent. These six sessions will be offered via Zoom from February 24 to March 31. \nBook: Knowing Who We Are by Laceye C. Warner. Purchase the book at Cokesbury or Bookshop.org\nDates: Tuesdays\, starting February 24 and through March 31 (6 sessions)\nCost: There is no cost to participate other than purchasing a copy of the book.\nTime Options (Choose one): \nDaytime: Tuesdays\, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM ET \nEvening: Tuesdays\, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM ET \nPurchase the book and read Chapter 1 before February 24.\nSign up today to join the connectional conversation! \nRegister Now!
URL:https://michiganumc.org/event/548576/2026-02-24/2/
LOCATION:Via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Area Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260228T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260228T150000
DTSTAMP:20260126T223249Z
CREATED:20260126T221440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260126T223249Z
UID:10001808-1772272800-1772290800@michiganumc.org
SUMMARY:Underground Railroad Living Museum Flight to Freedom Tour
DESCRIPTION:In 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 historical First Congregational Church of Detroit. The “Underground Railroad Living Museum Flight to Freedom Tour” takes place on Saturday\, February 28\, 2026 from 10:00 am – 3:00 pm. \nThe cost for this tour and lunch is only $12 for children/youth and seniors and $20 for adults. \nClick to learn more and download the flyer. \nDownload registration form. \nRegister by February 20 to guarantee your spot. Email the completed registration form to Contreda Jewell at jewellc2@yahoo.com
URL:https://michiganumc.org/event/underground-railroad-living-museum-flight-to-freedom-tour/
CATEGORIES:Area Event
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