Week of Events
MI-AIM Educational Conference & Retreat
2026 MI-AIM Educational Conference & Retreat Holy No! & The Red Letters Administrative assistants serving in all churches across Michigan are invited to a weekend of learning, renewal, and connection at the 2026 MI-AIM Educational Conference & Retreat. This year's theme, "Holy No! & The Red Letters," will explore the importance of healthy boundaries while… Continue Reading MI-AIM Educational Conference & Retreat
Monday, September 28, 2026
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September 28, 2026 -Roles for Social Change
Roles for Social Change
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… Continue Reading Roles for Social Change
Tuesday, September 29, 2026
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September 29, 2026 -Protection Policy Basics Workshop
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September 29, 2026 -How healthy is your church structure?
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September 29, 2026 -Protection Policy Basics Workshop
Protection Policy Basics Workshop
Every church should have a clear, current Protection Policy to help create a safe environment for children, youth, and vulnerable people. But where do you start—and what should your policy include? Join Rev. Kathy Pittenger, Associate Director of Faith Formation and Leadership Development for the Michigan Conference, for a free, 60-minute Protection Policy Basics Workshop.… Continue Reading Protection Policy Basics Workshop
How healthy is your church structure?
Give Your Church's Governance Structure an Annual Check-Up As the year comes to a close, churches naturally begin reviewing budgets, celebrating ministry accomplishments, evaluating goals, and planning for the future. These annual practices help congregations remain healthy and focused on their mission. But there's one important area that often gets overlooked: Your church's governance structure. The… Continue Reading How healthy is your church structure?
Protection Policy Basics Workshop
Every church should have a clear, current Protection Policy to help create a safe environment for children, youth, and vulnerable people. But where do you start—and what should your policy include? Join Rev. Kathy Pittenger, Associate Director of Faith Formation and Leadership Development for the Michigan Conference, for a free, 60-minute Protection Policy Basics Workshop.… Continue Reading Protection Policy Basics Workshop
Wednesday, September 30, 2026
No events on this day.
Thursday, October 1, 2026
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October 1, 2026 -Seed to Harvest: Information Sessions
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October 1, 2026 -Fall Book Club: Growing in Skills to Support Neurodiverse Children
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October 1, 2026 -Seed to Harvest: Information Sessions
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October 1, 2026 -IDI Together
Seed to Harvest: Information Sessions
Participants will learn about the process of incubating a ministry idea to launch. There will be time for fun, interactive activities, questions, and sharing ideas with the Seed to Harvest Team. There is no fee to participate. Join us on September 15, 2026, at Noon and 6 pm, and on October 1 at Noon and… Continue Reading Seed to Harvest: Information Sessions
Fall Book Club: Growing in Skills to Support Neurodiverse Children
Join us this fall for a meaningful weekly conversation about how we can better welcome, understand, and support neurodiverse and marginalized children in our ministries. This Fall Book Club is designed for Ministry Leaders who want to deepen their understanding and build practical skills for helping neurodiverse children thrive — both in the classroom, in… Continue Reading Fall Book Club: Growing in Skills to Support Neurodiverse Children
Seed to Harvest: Information Sessions
Participants will learn about the process of incubating a ministry idea to launch. There will be time for fun, interactive activities, questions, and sharing ideas with the Seed to Harvest Team. There is no fee to participate. Join us on September 15, 2026, at Noon and 6 pm, and on October 1 at Noon and… Continue Reading Seed to Harvest: Information Sessions
IDI Together
A three-part online small group designed to build capacity to shift cultural perspectives and adapt behavior to differences and commonalities. Using the Intercultural Development Inventory (IDI), learn why intercultural competency is important, how to use tools for meaningful interactions across cultures, and how to create a plan for continued growth and learning, all within a… Continue Reading IDI Together
Friday, October 2, 2026
No events on this day.
Saturday, October 3, 2026
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October 3, 2026 -Ministry Mechanics: The Nuts & Bolts of HR
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October 3, 2026 -Peace is a Practice
Ministry Mechanics: The Nuts & Bolts of HR
Are you curious about navigating staff and volunteer management? Ready to learn alongside other church leaders? Looking for best practices for human resources? Need a Staff Handbook? Learn the basics of staff and volunteer human resources for churches, including general policies, employee handbook, crisis management, and employee/volunteer lifecycle. This two-hour workshop includes training, best practices,… Continue Reading Ministry Mechanics: The Nuts & Bolts of HR
Sunday, October 4, 2026
No events on this day.
