Tag: Christmas

Christmas comes in the stillness

Rev. Linda Stephan leads us into the holy scene around the manger, where Jesus is born, and invites us to pause and light a candle of gratitude for every comfort… Continue Reading Christmas comes in the stillness

Re-creating Santa’s workshop for kids

Southfield: Hope UMC is helping holiday dreams come true for families by reintroducing a downtown Detroit Christmas tradition.

Stars to light the way

Even when the nights are dark and long, says Annette Erbes, stars shine brightly to light the way, bringing us joy and leading us to God.

Expect Jesus to show up this Christmas

With life comes loss, says Bishop David Bard, and no matter how different Christmas may be for us this year, may we expect Jesus to show up in surprising ways.

We can’t keep Jesus in the manger

Reflecting on the phenomenon of Baby Jesus thefts from outdoor nativity scenes, Jennifer Browne challenges us to embrace the liberating joy found in the gift of Jesus, who is always… Continue Reading We can’t keep Jesus in the manger

Finding common ground at Christmas

Lay members of Burnips UMC sparked an inaugural Christmas tree-lighting event in rural Allegan County, bringing a community together in the spirit of Christmas.

Living nativity celebrates 30 years

Owosso: First UMC’s Journey to Bethlehem had special significance this year as it reemerged following a hiatus to tell the good news of our Savior’s birth.

Take hold of each moment

Denny Wissinger, the Michigan Conference’s Co-Lay Leader, invites us to embrace the season of Advent as an opportunity to be present as expectant people awaiting Christ’s coming.

You matter to God

The God of Christmas, says Bishop David Bard, loves widely and wildly without regard to status and draws near to the simple and ordinary.

2024 Advent and Christmas resources

Plan for this holy season using these Michigan Conference resources, and then ensure your church’s online Christmas Eve services are listed correctly in our directory.