Tag: Bishop David Bard
Bard, others celebrate ecumenical ties
United Methodists reflect on the benefits of and challenges to ecumenism following a recent prayer service in Lansing in observance of the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity.
Making all things new
Bishop David Bard asks how we might see this new year as an opportunity to focus forward and to reaffirm that God is working to make all things new.
Prentiss appointed as new DS
Bishop David Bard announces the appointment of the Rev. Dean Prentiss as the next superintendent of the Greater Southwest District, effective July 1, 2024.
Give in this season of love
Bishop David Bard’s Advent offering will support two Michigan Conference-initiated ministries: Readers to Leaders and After the Storm.
Kindness matters this Christmas
In this season of love, Bishop David Bard invites us to let the Holy Spirit enlarge our hearts so they stay a little bigger and kinder.
‘Move toward a new horizon’
The Michigan Conference prepares to move forward following the November 30 vote to approve the disaffiliation of 62 churches from The United Methodist Church.
Special Session set for Thursday
On Thursday, November 30, lay and clergy members of the Michigan Conference will meet online to vote to approve the disaffiliation of 62 churches.
ABAR education moves forward
The Michigan Conference announces updates to the Anti-Bias/Anti-Racism Education & Training online curriculum and our commitment to becoming an anti-racist conference.
Make your giving count the most
On #GivingTuesday, November 28, focus on #BeUMC and give financially to mission and ministry projects supported by the Michigan Conference.
Expanding our empathy
In response to ongoing war and violence, Bishop David Alan Bard calls us to rigorous discipleship as we open ourselves to new ideas, deeper acts of care, and fresh initiatives… Continue Reading Expanding our empathy