Webinars re-imagine faith formation

As we emerge into the post-pandemic world, we can begin planning for the future of faith formation in our local churches.

A greater church family

Despite the pandemic in 2020, Wesley Park United Methodist Church was one of many congregations paying 100% of Ministry Shares. That enables the Michigan Conference to make a difference with… Continue Reading A greater church family

Resources for your Lenten journey

This year some cherished Lenten traditions will continue and some others will change. Michigan Conference staff offer these safe and creative resources for churches, families, and individuals of all ages.

Conference offers Lenten resources

This year some cherished Lenten traditions will continue and some others will change. Michigan Conference staff offer these safe and creative activities for churches, families, and individuals of all ages.

Focus on hope this Advent

This Advent “We have the opportunity to show people ritual tradition, and, most of all, hope,” says Kathy Pittenger, Coordinator of Children’s Initiatives for the Michigan Conference.

COVID mini-grants assist families

Even when you can’t “go” to church, you can “be” the church. That’s what Michigan United Methodists are doing as they assist families struggling through the significant challenges of coronavirus.

Youth with hearts for Christ

Masks on and hearts open! A pandemic cannot stop persons from engaging in mission projects at home or at the church.

Overwhelmed, anxious, but hopeful

“There is nothing easy about this time,” says the Rev. Kathy Pittenger. Still, she remains hopeful as she offers families and leaders ideas and resources to take into the new… Continue Reading Overwhelmed, anxious, but hopeful

Lawson affirms Black Lives Matter

The Rev. James Lawson calls Black Lives Matter a religious movement surrounding the families of George Floyd, Trayvon Martin, and others with a ministry of healing and empowerment.

Camp board shares restructure plan

The Michigan Area United Methodist Board of Camping announces its plan to move into the future focused on three facilities.