About poinsettias, our Christmas flower

In the United States, we call them poinsettias. In Mexico, they are known as La Flor de Nochebuena. Learn more about the symbolism of the Christmas flower.

Feeling the holiday tension

Family gatherings and traditions can sometimes cause tension. This pastor reminds us that Jesus was not without family baggage himself.

Crystal Springs celebrates Christmas

Camp is not just a summer place. This Michigan United Methodist campground opened its doors to the community in December.

The light of the manger

Great music, like the Messiah. Powerful prophecy from Isaiah. These point us to the true meaning of Christmas and God’s gifts of justice and peace.

Holiday hours for Michigan offices

District and Conference offices close Dec. 22 and re-open on Jan. 2. MIconnect resumes publication with the January 9, 2019 edition. The Michigan Conference staff wishes you a Merry Christmas.

Flint children visited by Deaf Santa

Santa Claus came to Flint and heard the holiday wishes of deaf and hard-of-hearing children using American Sign Language. 

Finding faith in the Nutcracker

The Nutcracker is a seasonal favorite, but a United Methodist pastor says we can see it in a new way through the lens of faith.

Advent-Christmas music quiz

We listen. We hum. We sing along. But how much do we know about our favorite songs of the season? 

Celebrating Advent with your kids

Can’t face making another gingerbread house?? UMCOM offers ways for families to keep Jesus the focus of the Advent season this year.

More hymns for Advent season

Advent starts December 2nd. If you want to preserve the integrity of the season in song, here are five Advent hymns set to more familiar Christmas tunes.