Tag: Bishop David Bard
Special Session registration opens October 2
Registration opens October 2 for the online Special Session of Annual Conference set for November 30 to address final disaffiliation requests.
God’s work reviving us
Bishop David Alan Bard asks us to rally to the task set before us, making disciples of Jesus Christ so that lives — and the world — can be different.
A community of kindness
Bishop David Alan Bard expresses gratitude for the Christlike kindness he and his family have received following his mother’s death.
Conference focuses on vision and goals during restructuring
Due to budget cuts, on July 1, 2023, the Michigan Conference initiated several staff changes and is realigning efforts to meet the conference’s vision and strategic goals.
Honest love of country
Bishop David Alan Bard challenges us to see our nation and its history with honest eyes, not only celebrating the things we love but working together to change it for… Continue Reading Honest love of country
AC 2023 finds assurance amid troubles
Despite challenging business matters, messages of assurance and hope for renewal shaped the 2023 Michigan Annual Conference, held June 2-4 in Acme, MI.
Members prepare for 2023 AC
The 2023 Michigan Annual Conference begins next week, and Michigan United Methodists will worship God, celebrate ministry, and do good work together.
NCJ delegate election canceled
The special election for reserve delegates to the 2024 NCJ Conference, scheduled for this year’s Michigan Annual Conference, has been canceled.
Walking to Emmaus and Annual Conference
As the Michigan Annual Conference gets closer, Bishop David Bard asks us to hold the gamut of emotions we will experience there and remember to look for Jesus in our… Continue Reading Walking to Emmaus and Annual Conference
Utica UMC celebrates 200 years
One of Michigan’s oldest congregations thanks God for faithfulness and looks toward new opportunities in ministry.