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SUMMARY:IDI Together
DESCRIPTION: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 supportive community. Each participant will complete the IDI assessment and debrief with a qualified administrator. Learn more and register now! \nFacilitators: Rev. Cora Glass and Lisa Batten \nThursdays\, Sept 24th\, Oct 1st\, and Oct 15th \n6:00 – 7:30 PM ET \nFee is on a sliding scale; pay what you can: \n\nFull Fee: $175\nPartial Scholarship: $25 – $150\nFull Scholarship: $0\nFull Price and contribute to the scholarship fund: $200
URL:https://michiganumc.org/event/idi-together/2026-10-15/
LOCATION:Via Zoom
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SUMMARY:Ministry Mechanics: The Nuts & Bolts of HR
DESCRIPTION: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\, scenarios\, and Q&A with lunch following. \nFour dates and locations: \n\n\n\n\n\n10/3 – Escanaba: Central UMC\n10/10 – Brighton: First UMC\n10/17 – Grand Rapids: Aldersgate UMC\n10/24 – Midland: First UMC \nTime: 9:30am – 1:00pm (Eastern) \n\nVisit the Ministry Mechanics webpage to learn more.  \nRegister now! \n*Childcare will be available for those who register at least 2 weeks prior to the event\, space may be limited.
URL:https://michiganumc.org/event/ministry-mechanics-the-nuts-bolts-of-hr-3/
LOCATION:GRAND RAPIDS: ALDERSGATE UMC\, Ambrose Avenue Northeast\, Grand Rapids\, Michigan\, 49525\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261019T133000
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SUMMARY:Rooted: Reclaim for Faith Formation Leaders
DESCRIPTION: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 block of rooms. \nWorship\, learn\, play\, and connect with other faith formation leaders during this time of renewal. The “Reclaim” tag refers to connecting with our Wesleyan roots and exploring what it means to be United Methodist today. \nRegistration fees are based on a sliding scale. Select the option that works best for you. \nFull Registration Fee: $75\nRegistration Fee w/scholarship: $50\nRegistration Fee w/scholarship: $25\nMonday Only: $10 \nLearn more and register now!
URL:https://michiganumc.org/event/rooted-reclaim/2026-10-19/
LOCATION:OKEMOS: COMMUNITY CHURCH\, 4734 Okemos Road\, Okemos\, MI\, 48864\, United States
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SUMMARY:Rooted: Reclaim for Faith Formation Leaders
DESCRIPTION: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 block of rooms. \nWorship\, learn\, play\, and connect with other faith formation leaders during this time of renewal. The “Reclaim” tag refers to connecting with our Wesleyan roots and exploring what it means to be United Methodist today. \nRegistration fees are based on a sliding scale. Select the option that works best for you. \nFull Registration Fee: $75\nRegistration Fee w/scholarship: $50\nRegistration Fee w/scholarship: $25\nMonday Only: $10 \nLearn more and register now!
URL:https://michiganumc.org/event/rooted-reclaim/2026-10-20/
LOCATION:OKEMOS: COMMUNITY CHURCH\, 4734 Okemos Road\, Okemos\, MI\, 48864\, United States
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SUMMARY:Young Adult: Do Nothing Fall Retreat
DESCRIPTION: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 situation. For questions\, call or text Rev. Carl Gladstone at 586-295-3055. https://withwesleymiumc.org/fallretreat
URL:https://michiganumc.org/event/young-adult-do-nothing-fall-retreat/
LOCATION:Lake Louise Community\, 11037 Thumb Lake Rd.\, Boyne Falls\, MI\, 49713\, United States
CATEGORIES:Youth and Young Adult
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SUMMARY:Ministry Mechanics: The Nuts & Bolts of HR
DESCRIPTION: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\, scenarios\, and Q&A with lunch following. \nFour dates and locations: \n\n\n\n\n\n10/3 – Escanaba: Central UMC\n10/10 – Brighton: First UMC\n10/17 – Grand Rapids: Aldersgate UMC\n10/24 – Midland: First UMC \nTime: 9:30am – 1:00pm (Eastern) \n\nVisit the Ministry Mechanics webpage to learn more.  \nRegister now! \n*Childcare will be available for those who register at least 2 weeks prior to the event\, space may be limited.
URL:https://michiganumc.org/event/ministry-mechanics-the-nuts-bolts-of-hr-4/
LOCATION:MIDLAND: FIRST UMC\, West Larkin Street\, Midland\, Michigan\, 48640\, United States
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SUMMARY:Cross-Cultural Ministry workshop
DESCRIPTION:Do you want to deepen your understanding and experience of culture and belonging? Join others for the new Introduction to Cross-Cultural Ministry workshop. \n  \nThis 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 small-group discussion using provided readings and videos. \n  \nDates: Oct 26th\, Nov 2nd\, Nov 9th \nTime: 5:30 – 7:00 PM ET \nCost: $20 per person\, $45 for a group of three to six from the same church/organization \n  \nRegister now to receive a Zoom link. \n  \nIf you have any questions\, please contact Lisa Batten at lbatten@michiganumc.org \n  \n“The beauty of the world lies in the diversity of its people.” \n – Unknown
URL:https://michiganumc.org/event/cross-cultural-ministry-workshop/
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CATEGORIES:Area Event
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SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn Webinar - Data Centers in Michigan: A Threat to Our Creation
DESCRIPTION: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 response. Register Now!
URL:https://michiganumc.org/event/lunch-learn-webinar-behind-the-clouds-ai-data-centers-and-creation-justice-in-michigan/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Area Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261102T120000
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SUMMARY:IDP Together: Grow Your Intercultural Capacity
DESCRIPTION: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). \nOver the course of one month\, participants will gather in a supportive\, community-based setting to walk through their IDPs together. Through guided reflection\, conversation and action\, you’ll be encouraged to deepen your self-awareness\, strengthen your intercultural capacity and build more meaningful connections with others. \nThis experience is designed to provide the space\, support and community needed to navigate the challenging—and rewarding—landscape of intercultural development. \nCo-Facilitators: Rev. Alice Townley and Charity Ben\, Intercultural Development Inventory Qualified Administrators \nWhen: Mondays\, November 2–30\, 2026\nTime: 12:00–1:15 p.m.\nLocation: Zoom\nFee: $25 per person or $40 for a group of three\nZoom link: Provided upon registration \nDownload the flyer. \nRegister for IDP Together now! \nQuestions? Contact Lisa Batten at lbatten@michiganumc.org \nVisit the Connectional Ministries Team page to learn about more events coming this fall!
URL:https://michiganumc.org/event/idp-together-grow-your-intercultural-capacity/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Area Event
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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/2026-11-05/
LOCATION:Via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Area Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261117T190000
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SUMMARY:Book Talk: Rooted in Faith and Justice
DESCRIPTION:Book Talk: Rooted in Faith and Justice\nChristian Calls to Conscience & Cries for Peace in Palestine \nJoin the Task Force Promoting Justice in the Middle East for a Zoom book discussion \nTuesday\, November 17\, 2026 | 7:00-8:30 p.m. ET | Online via Zoom \nMichigan United Methodists are invited to deepen their understanding of the pursuit of justice and peace for Israelis and Palestinians. The Task Force Promoting Justice in the Middle East of the Michigan Conference Board of Justice invites you to a book talk and discussion of Rooted in Faith and Justice\, edited by Rebekah Choate\, Krista Johnson Weicksel\, and Peter Makari. \nAbout the book \nThe book gathers the voices of prominent Palestinian Christians who help clarify the issues in the Holy Land. Their topics include Christian Zionism\, colonialism and settler colonialism\, apartheid\, and occupation. Five sections move from historical\, contextual\, and religious background\, through the realities of modern-day Israel/Palestine\, to perspectives on how to move forward. Each chapter offers clear\, concise explanations of key concepts to ground our understanding of the conflict in scripture and to help us stand in solidarity with Palestinians. \nReading the book is helpful but not necessary. It is available for purchase from your favorite bookseller or your local library. \nYour presenters \nRev. Rich Peacock is a retired United Methodist pastor who has long been active in promoting our Social Principles. He is a leader of Peace Action of Michigan and chair of the Task Force Promoting Justice in the Middle East of the Board of Justice. \nRene Johnson is a member of the Board of Justice\, Task Force Promoting Justice in the Middle East\, and Midland First UMC. She is the Social Action Coordinator for the Michigan Conference United Women in Faith\, and she will lead the discussion. \nEvent details \n\nWhat: Book Talk and discussion\nWhen: Tuesday\, November 17\, 2026\, 7:00-8:30 p.m. ET\nWhere: Zoom (link provided after registration)\nSponsor: Task Force Promoting Justice in the Middle East\, Board of Justice\n\nRegister to receive your Zoom link. Sign up by November 10! \nDownload the Book Talk flyer. \nQuestions? Contact Rev. Rich Peacock at rjpeacock@wowway.com or (248) 321-7480.
URL:https://michiganumc.org/event/book-talk-rooted-in-faith-and-justice/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Area Event
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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/2026-12-03/
LOCATION:Via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Area Event
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