ILJ-MI celebrates 20 years

PART B: Michigan Projects — At the helm of Immigration Law & Justice Michigan, Julie Powers gives thanks for the nonprofit’s United Methodist roots and casts a vision for 2025 and beyond. Continue Reading ILJ-MI celebrates 20 years

JFON rebrands all network affiliates

STEP THREE: Justice for Our Neighbors Michigan, one of 19 JFON affiliates, announces a new name—Immigration Law & Justice Michigan—coupled with an enduring passion for mission. Continue Reading JFON rebrands all network affiliates

JFON-MI rebrands, recommits to mission

Justice for Our Neighbors Michigan announces a new name—Immigration Law & Justice Michigan—coupled with an enduring passion for mission.

JFON Metro Detroit office has new home

The Metro Detroit office of Justice for Our Neighbors-Michigan recently moved from Beverly Hills UMC to Dearborn: First UMC.

AC looks at Vision with new eyes

Bold & Effective Leaders. Vibrant Congregations. Ministry and Mission. These Christ-centered aspects of the Michigan Conference’s vision inspired conference members to embrace their story.

UMCOR approves $10 million in grants

“A new age implies challenge and change,” said Roland Fernandes, chief executive of Global Ministries and UMCOR as the board approved grants to continue God’s work around the globe.

Three years and counting in Detroit

When he and his wife, Flora, went through the doors into Central United Methodist Church in Detroit in January 2018, little did they know they would still live there three… Continue Reading Three years and counting in Detroit

JFON-MI ‘still standing’ with neighbors

Justice For Our Neighbors-Kalamazoo is still standing with their clients, safely and effectively, during the threat of the health crisis.

Virus threatens care with migrants

United Methodists continue to minister daily with migrants at the U.S.-Mexico border. The pandemic has ended face-to-face interaction with those living in camps.

Alex says, ‘We’ve got this!’

This is the second in a series of stories about Justice For Our Neighbors – Michigan. This week we feature the Grand Rapids site, the first JFON office opened in… Continue Reading Alex says, ‘We’ve got this!’