Tag: Children
Our children take us to Bethlehem
When traditional things, like Christmas pageants and plays, are not possible, creative alternatives help tell the story. Children of the Central Bay District churches share their views of Jesus’ birth.
Focus on hope this Advent
This Advent “We have the opportunity to show people ritual tradition, and, most of all, hope,” says Kathy Pittenger, Coordinator of Children’s Initiatives for the Michigan Conference.
Helping kids through stressful times
“Outwardly, the kids looked as happy and carefree as ever!” says the Rev. Dr. Leanne Hadley. She adds that children are good at masking their feelings and offers a healing… Continue Reading Helping kids through stressful times
When things in life are different
Many things in our lives are different than they were five months ago. Pastor Devin Smith looks at what Matthew’s gospel teaches about children and suggests that different can be… Continue Reading When things in life are different
COVID mini-grants assist families
Even when you can’t “go” to church, you can “be” the church. That’s what Michigan United Methodists are doing as they assist families struggling through the significant challenges of coronavirus.
Stretching to meet needs in Appalachia
Henderson Settlement and Red Bird Mission, United Methodist ministries in Appalachia, have received strong support from Michigan for many years. Learn how they are coping with coronavirus.
Blessing our e-learning devices
School supplies used to include simple things like rulers, pencils, and tablets made of paper. Now the tablets and devices are electronic. We are blessed to have such tools during… Continue Reading Blessing our e-learning devices
Overwhelmed, anxious, but hopeful
“There is nothing easy about this time,” says the Rev. Kathy Pittenger. Still, she remains hopeful as she offers families and leaders ideas and resources to take into the new… Continue Reading Overwhelmed, anxious, but hopeful
Camp board shares restructure plan
The Michigan Area United Methodist Board of Camping announces its plan to move into the future focused on three facilities.
A prayer for teachers and students
No one knew what was in store when students headed back to school in the fall of 2019. Pastor Dan Hart offers a prayer for education in Michigan during the… Continue Reading A prayer for teachers and students