Tag: Advocacy Day
UMs spread their ‘healing wings’
Through courageous witness, 250 United Methodists and friends journeyed to the State Capitol to tell their stories and champion mental health care access for all Michiganders.
Attend Advocacy Day in Lansing
You can still join over 230 registered justice seekers at the March 13 event in Lansing. Key activities are open. Watch the press conference and worship service online if you… Continue Reading Attend Advocacy Day in Lansing
Samaritan Counseling seeks well-being for all
For Advocacy Day, the Michigan Conference is raising money for Samaritan Counseling Center, an EngageMI partner in ministry that provides mental health care for anyone in Metro Detroit.
Mental health is a faith matter
Holland: First UMC is taking bold steps to educate their congregation and make their spaces more inclusive for those challenged by mental illness.
600 butterflies needed for Advocacy Day
Make butterflies as a Lenten activity at church or a personal prayer practice and support the Michigan Conference’s witness for better mental health care for all.
Pastor speaks up for mental health
Mental health care is vital for one United Methodist pastor’s teen, and the pastor says we can offer public witness to improve access in our state by participating in Advocacy… Continue Reading Pastor speaks up for mental health
10 ways to support Advocacy Day
Here are 10 practical things you can do to support Advocacy Day and champion mental health care access, all from home or among friends at church.
Mental health care is a justice matter
Deacon Michelle King shares her story of mental illness and why she commits to fighting for justice so that everyone gets the treatment they need — no matter what.
Register now for Advocacy Day 2024
Improving access to mental health care is the focus of this year’s Advocacy Day, which will occur on March 13 in Lansing at the State Capitol.
Gun violence is a public health crisis
In this op-ed, Rep. Julie Rogers thanks Michigan United Methodists for putting their faith into action on matters of gun violence prevention and encourages them to continue advocacy.