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
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
Ministry leaders engaged in faith formation ministry at any age level are invited to Rooted: Reclaim on Tuesday, October 20, from 9:30 am – 4 pm at Okemos Community Church in Okemos. Optional pre-event co-working time on Monday, October 19, from 1:30 – 5:00 pm. For those wishing to stay overnight on Monday, event leaders have reserved a… Continue Reading Rooted: Reclaim for Faith Formation Leaders
Ministry leaders engaged in faith formation ministry at any age level are invited to Rooted: Reclaim on Tuesday, October 20, from 9:30 am – 4 pm at Okemos Community Church in Okemos. Optional pre-event co-working time on Monday, October 19, from 1:30 – 5:00 pm. For those wishing to stay overnight on Monday, event leaders have reserved a… Continue Reading Rooted: Reclaim for Faith Formation Leaders
Young adults and college students ages 18 to 25 are invited to “The Do-Nothing Retreat: Resisting the Grind,” October 24–25 at Lake Louise Camp in Boyne Falls. The retreat will focus on rest, Sabbath, and practices that support deeper discipleship. The retreat is offered on a sliding scale of $0-$50, based on each participant’s financial… Continue Reading Young Adult: Do Nothing Fall Retreat
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
Do you want to deepen your understanding and experience of culture and belonging? Join others for the new Introduction to Cross-Cultural Ministry workshop. This workshop is for individuals, small groups, and churches who want to grow in their understanding and experience of culture and belonging. Participants will be invited to engage in self-reflection and… Continue Reading Cross-Cultural Ministry workshop
On Oct. 28, join the Michigan Conference Board of Justice for “Data Centers in Michigan: A Threat to Our Creation,” a 30-minute lunch-and-learn exploring how AI data centers affect Michigan’s water, land, air, and communities. Julielyn Gibbons of Northville: First UMC and others will share how communities are organizing and help attendees develop a faithful… Continue Reading Lunch & Learn Webinar – Data Centers in Michigan: A Threat to Our Creation
Have you taken the Intercultural Development Inventory (IDI) within the past four years? IDP Together offers an opportunity to move beyond your assessment and take meaningful steps toward growth through your individual Intercultural Development Plan (IDP). Over the course of one month, participants will gather in a supportive, community-based setting to walk through their IDPs… Continue Reading IDP Together: Grow Your Intercultural Capacity
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. Once a month, through the end of 2026. Noon to 1 pm ET each session. No fee. July 9, 2026 August… Continue Reading Grant Hour Open Co-Work Space
