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SUMMARY:Grant Hour Open Co-Work Space
DESCRIPTION:A monthly online co-work space for grant writers and seekers to come alongside one another\, ask questions\, hear updates from experienced grant writers\, and feel encouraged. Join as you are able and have time. \nOnce a month\, through the end of 2026. Noon to 1 pm ET each session. No fee. \n\nJuly 9\, 2026\nAugust 6\, 2026\nSeptember 3\, 2026\nOctober 8\, 2026\nNovember 5\, 2026\nDecember 3\, 2026\n\nRegister to receive a Zoom link to join. \nIf you have any questions\, please contact Lisa Batten at lbatten@michiganumc.org.
URL:https://michiganumc.org/event/grant-hour-open-co-work-space/2026-07-09/
LOCATION:Via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Area Event
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SUMMARY:Grant Writing 101 and GrantStation Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Grants are funding sources for existing or new ministry ideas\, facility repairs\, or new builds. Knowing where to look and how to write a grant can be challenging and even intimidating. Participants in this workshop will have the tools they need to search for grants\, keep grant-writing information in one location\, and identify search criteria specific to their funding needs. Guidance on using the GrantStation online search tool will be provided. \nCome\, whether you need the basics or are returning to grant writing after a hiatus. There is a $20 fee per person or $40 per group from one church or organization. \nTuesday\, July 14\, from either 9:30 to 11 am or 5:30 to 7 pm ET\nRegister now \nWednesday\, September 23\, from either noon to 1:30 pm or 6 to 7:30 pm ET\nRegister now
URL:https://michiganumc.org/event/grant-writing-101-and-grantstation-workshop-2/2026-07-14/1/
LOCATION:Via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Area Event
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SUMMARY:Grant Writing 101 and GrantStation Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Grants are funding sources for existing or new ministry ideas\, facility repairs\, or new builds. Knowing where to look and how to write a grant can be challenging and even intimidating. Participants in this workshop will have the tools they need to search for grants\, keep grant-writing information in one location\, and identify search criteria specific to their funding needs. Guidance on using the GrantStation online search tool will be provided. \nCome\, whether you need the basics or are returning to grant writing after a hiatus. There is a $20 fee per person or $40 per group from one church or organization. \nTuesday\, July 14\, from either 9:30 to 11 am or 5:30 to 7 pm ET\nRegister now \nWednesday\, September 23\, from either noon to 1:30 pm or 6 to 7:30 pm ET\nRegister now
URL:https://michiganumc.org/event/grant-writing-101-and-grantstation-workshop-2/2026-07-14/2/
LOCATION:Via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Area Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260716T080000
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SUMMARY:Mission u of Michigan
DESCRIPTION:Mission u of Michigan | July 16-18\, 2026 | Mt. Pleasant First UMC \nInterested in deepening your faith? Gaining experience interpreting Scripture? Gathering in community to laugh\, learn and love? Then Mission u is for you! The 2026 theme is Experiencing Emmanuel. Together\, we will take a step back and a closer look at the various ways we see Emmanuel winith and around biblical stories.  What can it look like to walk with God as people who face adversity\, issues of justice\,and a heritage of relational and spiritual connections? This study encourages participants to seek out and name the experiences of Emmanual from biblical times to our present day as we look towards our future in faith. The adult study will be led by Deaconess Anne Hillman PhD\, Director of Children\, Youth\, and Family Ministries at Central UMC in Detroit. Children and youth attend FREE with an adult and will enjoy age-appropriate programming led by qualified Michigan pastors and staff. Registration is $80 by June 15 or $90 by July 10. Lodging is on your own. For more information or to register\, visit this link. Mission u is an annual event sponsored by United Women in Faith. \nDownload the flyer for registration details or visit this link for online registration: Mission u of Michigan Registration
URL:https://michiganumc.org/event/mission-u-of-michigan/
LOCATION:MT PLEASANT: FIRST UMC\, South Main Street\, Mount Pleasant\, Michigan\, 48858\, United States
CATEGORIES:Area Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="United Women in Faith - Michigan Conference - Sally Messner":MAILTO:sallymessner@yahoo.com
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SUMMARY:GloryWay Concert at Grace United Methodist\, Bay City
DESCRIPTION:Grace United Methodist Church\, 4267 Two Mile Road\, Bay City\, invites you to join us in welcoming GloryWay Music for an inspiring and uplifting concert on Saturday\, July 18th\, 2026\, at 7 p.m. The event is free and open to everyone. Light refreshments will be provided. \nGloryWay was founded in Mansfield\, Ohio\, in 2002 by lead singer Justin Crank. Over the years\, GloryWay has become known across the country for its powerful harmonies and inspiring music. GloryWay faithfully presents the love of God to its audience\, night after night\, by skillfully weaving together laughter\, encouragement\, and soul-stirring ministry. \nTravelling over 70\,000 miles yearly\, GloryWay tirelessly presents the Gospel through their music. They have the privilege of being signed with Twelve21 Records and have had the honor of working with many world-renowned artists\, musicians\, producers\, and writers. They embrace every opportunity to share their ministry and have committed themselves to ensuring that each performance leaves their audience delighted\, encouraged\, and inspired.
URL:https://michiganumc.org/event/gloryway-concert-at-grace-united-methodist-bay-city/
LOCATION:BAY CITY: GRACE UMC\, 2 Mile Road\, Bay City\, Michigan\, 48706\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central Shores District,Concert,Fellowship
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SUMMARY:Meet & Greet with Brick River Database Training
DESCRIPTION:A special Meet & Greet with Melanie Zalewski\, Executive Assistant of the Central Shores District is being planned for July 21 from 10:00 am-12:00 pm at Saginaw: Four Points UMC (9265 Geddes Rd\, Saginaw\, MI 48609). This event will give the opportunity for an in-person training session geared toward local church Secretaries/ Administrative Assistants\, clergy\, and any one else who works with the local church Dashboards within  Brick River database system. Feel free to bring your laptop and church leadership list with you if you want to follow along! \nBrick River is used for 99% of all district communications; therefore\, it is vital that your church Dashboard is up-to-date. Please make sure all email address(es)\, including the church’s main email and/or office\, clergy\, and other church leadership\, add “michigan@brtapp.com” to their “Safe Senders” lists within email contacts to ensure everyone receives district (and conference) communications sent through Brick River. \nPlease RSVP no later than Tuesday\, July 14 so that materials and set up can be prepared accordingly. There is no cost to attend this event\, and light refreshments will be provided. \nContact Melanie at mzalewski@michiganumc.org or 989-793-8838 if you have any questions.
URL:https://michiganumc.org/event/meet-greet-with-brick-river-database-training/
LOCATION:Saginaw: Four Points UMC\, 9265 Geddes Rd\, Saginaw\, MI\, 48609
CATEGORIES:Central Shores District,Clergy,Leadership,Training
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SUMMARY:Dare to Dream Like Jesus Workshop
DESCRIPTION:DARE to Dream Like Jesus Workshop\nThe DARE to Dream Like Jesus Workshop with guest speaker Rebekah Simon-Peter will be held at Saginaw First UMC (4790 Gratiot Rd\, Saginaw\, MI 48638-6242) on July 22 from 9:30 am-3:30 pm. This event is open to all clergy and laity in the Michigan Conference UMC.  \nThe workshop is being sponsored by the Central Bay and East Winds Districts and is being offered at a reduced rate of $25 per person. You may choose to attend in person (lunch and take-home resources included) or via live stream (link to video and printable resources included). \nPre-registration is required for each participant (in person and via live stream).  \nREGISTRATION HAS ENDED — Walk-in registrations will not be accepted. \nContact Melanie at mzalewski@michiganumc.org or 989-793-8838 if you have any questions.
URL:https://michiganumc.org/event/dare-to-dream-like-jesus-district-workshop/
LOCATION:SAGINAW: FIRST UMC\, 4790 Gratiot Road\, Saginaw\, MI\, 48638\, United States
CATEGORIES:Area Event,Central Shores District,Clergy,Leadership,Speaker,Workshop
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