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Tag: Conference Cane

Faithfulness and kindness

Retired pastor receiving an award

Rev. Russell L. Smith was recently honored as the holder of the Michigan Conference Cane, which celebrates the life and ministry of the conference’s oldest clergy member.

Torrey named new Cane Holder

Man holding plaque

Rev. Bill Torrey follows the death of Rev. Ted Halsted as the Holder of the Michigan Conference Cane, which honors the oldest clergy member of the conference.

Passing the cane, honoring the ministry

Two people are honored as the Holder of the Michigan Conference Cane.

Rev. Ted Halsted follows the death of Rev. Joy Arthur as the Holder of the Michigan Conference Cane, which honors the oldest clergy member of the conference and continues a… Continue Reading Passing the cane, honoring the ministry

Cherished cane tradition continues

Hands on a cane

The Michigan Conference Cane changed hands in 2020. We remember the passing of the Rev. Arthur Spafford and honor the new recipient, the Rev. Joseph Ablett.

AC recognizes faithfulness

The 2018 Annual Conference honored committed individuals and vital congregations.