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Leadership in today’s cultural landscape

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Rev. Dr. David Bell addresses how we can navigate the complexities of contemporary leadership and drive meaningful impact in our organizations and communities.

Online Bible study begins in two weeks

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A four-week small group study on how diversity and inclusion intersect with our faith journey begins in early February. Daytime and evening options are available for laity and pastors to… Continue Reading Online Bible study begins in two weeks

Ways we can honor Dr. King’s legacy

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The Michigan Conference outlines three study and learning resources we can utilize to honor Martin Luther King, Jr.’s fight for equality, justice, and racial reconciliation.

Demonstrate love through diversity

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For La Nueva Esperanza UMC in Grand Rapids, Hispanic Heritage Month welcomes us all to widely incorporate global worship practices and choose to love in inclusion and peace as Jesus… Continue Reading Demonstrate love through diversity

Spaces where all can worship equally

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The Michigan Conference’s Division on Disability Concerns is here to help churches become inclusive spaces that empower and support people with disabilities to achieve their full participation.

The day I met Jesus face-to-face

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Retired pastor Gordon Schleicher recalls the transformative relationship he developed with Jesse, a man who lived in a group home near one of his churches.

Catching our communal breath

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Reflecting on the historic decisions at General Conference, Rev. Sue Petro speaks to how her personal journey intersects with the larger story — the church’s story — that is unfolding.

Bishops, BIPOC delegates discuss diversity

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The NCJ College of Bishops met with BIPOC (black, indigenous, and other people of color) delegates to build on the jurisdiction’s commitment to inclusion and anti-racism.

‘May we not love alike?’

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We are finding new ways to live in the Wesleyan spirit, says Bishop David Bard as he reflects on a General Conference unlike any other he has attended.

GC delegates pass Revised Social Principles

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General Conference delegates approved the final section of the Revised Social Principles, removing the “incompatibility” phrase, which has been a source of harmful language to LGBTQ persons since its adoption… Continue Reading GC delegates pass Revised Social Principles

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