Tag: Disaffiliation
‘Take bold steps and dream again’
What is the future of The United Methodist Church in Michigan? A recent conversation with a group of young clergy reveals honesty and hope.
Agenda set for Special Session
The Michigan Conference publishes the agenda and names of churches to be approved for disaffiliation and closure at the November 30 Special Session of Annual Conference.
Special Session registration opens October 2
Registration opens October 2 for the online Special Session of Annual Conference set for November 30 to address final disaffiliation requests.
Navigating conflict and building resilient churches
In this op-ed, three Michigan Conference laity offer their Calm approach as a practical roadmap for church leaders to pivot after disaffiliation toward a future of renewed vitality.
Study shows shift in disaffiliations
Disaffiliations from The United Methodist Church have grown considerably and shifted geographically, according to a new study from the Lewis Center for Church Leadership. The Southeastern and South Central jurisdictions… Continue Reading Study shows shift in disaffiliations
Tuned to the tensions of faith
Retired pastor Glenn Wagner shares important lessons learned through an heirloom player piano about living faithfully with life’s tensions.
A pastoral letter to laity
This pastoral letter from the Connectional Ministries Team Staff offers a prayer of lament along with the names of the local pastors, clergy, and churches within the Michigan Conference leaving… Continue Reading A pastoral letter to laity
We share the same DNA
Rev. John Kasper urges us to remember that our unity in faith and grace holds us together as Christians and shapes our message to the world.
AC 2023 finds assurance amid troubles
Despite challenging business matters, messages of assurance and hope for renewal shaped the 2023 Michigan Annual Conference, held June 2-4 in Acme, MI.
Disaffiliation, budget top AC business
Clergy and lay members will vote on various business and legislative matters at the 2023 Michigan Annual Conference, including approving the disaffiliation of 60 churches.