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Conference partnership receives Lilly grant

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The Michigan and Rio Texas Conferences will use a $1.25 million Lilly Endowment grant to fund an initiative to help congregations nurture children through worship and prayer.

Kids Ministry Professionals In Person Meet Up

Do you want to connect with other Children’s Ministry leaders, share ideas, learn from each other, and enjoy fellowship? Join us for an enjoyable afternoon to connect with other Children’s… Continue Reading Kids Ministry Professionals In Person Meet Up

Children’s ministry finds its niche

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Kids Ministry Zooms are online gatherings for those involved in children’s faith formation in the Michigan Conference. Join their next meeting on September 18.

Building a sustainable children’s ministry

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It’s back-to-school time, and churches can lean on the new Michigan Conference Children’s Ministry Team for fall ministry support and then prepare to receive an offering for Christian Education Sunday,… Continue Reading Building a sustainable children’s ministry

5 tips for sharing the Lenten story with children

Symbols of Lent

Children’s book author Glenys Nellist offers five tips on how to honor the season of Lent in age-appropriate, meaningful ways while still giving it the attention it deserves.

You are not alone in ministry

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The Michigan Conference is launching seven new cohorts to give leaders peer support as they navigate faith formation in their churches or start new ministries.

Advent offering, resources announced

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The Michigan Conference announces the recipients of this year’s Advent offering along with updated resources for children and families.

Teach your children well

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By attending track-and-field meets and motocross events with her grandchildren, Cyndy Rossman, East Winds District Co-Lay Leader, has learned that church can happen anywhere.

Conference offers disability grants

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The Michigan Conference is offering grants up to $1,000 to assist churches seeking to invest in accommodations for those with disabilities or neurodiversity of all kinds.

Kids camp fills gap in West Branch

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West Branch: First UMC’s GAP Kids Camp supports families in the community by creating a fun, faith-filled experience for kids and building strong relationships within the community and beyond.

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