Tag: Faith Formation
Faith formation cohorts meet this fall
Next month, several new cohorts focused on faith formation will start. Are you in ministry with children, youth, or adults? No matter the age level, there is a place for… Continue Reading Faith formation cohorts meet this fall
Discipleship is our mission
Christian Education Sunday, set for August 17, emphasizes the importance of faith formation and the UMC’s disciple-making mission.
See what we do together
The 2025 Annual Report summarizes the impact local churches make when they give generously to the Michigan Conference through Ministry Shares.
Conference partnership hires Schwarcz
The Michigan and Rio Texas Conferences welcome Laura Schwarcz as the project coordinator of a new initiative to help congregations nurture children through worship and prayer.
Lifelong faith cohorts begin January 30
Three new lifelong faith cohorts designed for a broad audience begin soon: an online book study on The Anxious Generation, a cohort exploring tools and strategies for adapting to evolving… Continue Reading Lifelong faith cohorts begin January 30
Conference partnership receives Lilly grant
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.
Children’s ministry finds its niche
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
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
From generation to generation
In celebration of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, Dr. Jennifer Hahm and Rev. Andy Lee illuminate some of the cultural values and faith practices that sustain… Continue Reading From generation to generation
5 tips for sharing the Lenten story with children
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.