Tag: Michigan Conference
Advent appeal aids disaster recovery
The Bishop’s Advent Appeal for 2021 aims to be “a surprise of hope for people near and far.” Gifts will support disaster recovery in Michigan, the United States, and countries… Continue Reading Advent appeal aids disaster recovery
Things to make your Advent special
We are just two days away from the first Sunday of Advent! Here are some activities, ideas, and resources to guide you and your family on your journey to Christmas.
Campus ministries stronger together
Students on the campus of three state universities — GVSU, WMU, and CMU — find a warm welcome and put faith into action at Wesley Foundations of The Michigan Conference.
Invite guests to your Christmas worship
Reach out to your community through the “Spend Christmas at our House” campaign of The Michigan Conference. Check the listing to be sure your church is included.
Faith formation moves into future
The pandemic has presented challenges to leaders involved in faith formation. Christy Miller White and Kathy Pittenger offer support with three new cohorts starting in January 2022.
Michigan leaders comment on NCJ 2021
The North Central Jurisdictional Conference met online November 10-11. Michigan Conference leaders reflect on the extraordinary nature of their time together.
NCJ Conf defines path for the future
On Nov. 10-11, 2021, NCJ delegates talked about anti-racism, the future of The UMC, voted to reduce NCJ bishops by one, and also approved “The Covenant to Build BeLoved Community.”
Enroll in Active Health Plan by Nov. 30
The 2022 Health Insurance Enrollment registration for clergy (active) and conference lay employees is from November 15-30, 2021.
$6K UMCOR grant assists survivors
Flood survivors living in Iosco and Arenac counties are now being helped by a $600,000 grant from the United Methodist Committee on Relief. Long-term recovery from the 2020 flood continues.
Health Insurance open enrollment ahead
Participants in the Active Group Health Insurance Plan in the MI Conference will soon receive an email about open enrollment and registration.