Lay Servant Archives - The Michigan Conference

Laity, get out on the playing field

Denny Wissinger, Central Bay Co-District Lay Leader, outlines the role of laity and encourages us to find our place in the church and do our part in making disciples.

Pray, listen, study, and act

Reflecting on experiences as a lay leader, Gordon Galloway gives practical wisdom on things we can do to prepare our hearts and minds for discipleship.

Watch people discover their gifts

Colleen Croxall invites us to lean into the theme of this year’s Laity Sunday by thinking of ways to encourage others to live out the gifts God has given them.

Native Americans and United Methodism Course

Rev. Karen Wheat will offer a course on Native Americans and United Methodism. Mondays in October 5:00 – 7:00 pm Milwood UMC (3919 Portage Street, Kalamazoo, MI 49001) A look… Continue Reading Native Americans and United Methodism Course

Western Waters District Lay Servant Fall Retreat – Registration is Closed

“Fall Retreat at the Lake”
September 22-23 — overnight lodging including meals is $45.
Order your own class book through the provided link.
Registration deadline is September 9 and class size is limited to first come, first served.
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Discern Your Call: CLM Discovery

Have you thought about your calling as a layperson lately? What is God calling you to do? God calls us all, and sometimes that call is to the ministry of… Continue Reading Discern Your Call: CLM Discovery

Equipping laity to serve the church

The Lay Servant Ministries program, available in every Michigan district, has classes to encourage the development of lay leaders.

Laity serve Jesus in plain view

The Laity in The Michigan Conference have opportunities for certification through the Lay Servant Ministries program. Training is now online. Jody Pratt explains.