Tag: Mission

EngageMI Challenge continues

We are now entering the final week of the 3-week EngageMI Fundraising Challenge. There’s still time, before November 1, to give gifts that will change lives and build healthy community across Michigan.

When autumn leaves start to fall

Michigan trees are ablaze with colored leaves. Soon those leaves will be on the ground. Here’s an idea that helps make clean-up holy.

Midwest District Workshops and Conference

This is a great opportunity to learn at the workshops offered at 10am and 11am. Enjoy a nice lunch then stay for the Midwest District Conference where you will hear an update about the “state of the district”. Listen to what’s been accomplished this year, so far, and hear about plans for the future. Continue Reading Midwest District Workshops and Conference

Summer UMVIM not just for kids!

The UMVIM placement may be Costa Rica or Detroit or a site near or far away. Jeanette Harris encourages persons of all ages to be in mission as ambassadors of the UMC.

Ministry Shares connect us in mission

A new staffing model launched in The Michigan Conference one year ago. Ministry Shares help staff support churches in making disciples for Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world.

Ready to partner with EngageMI in 2020?

It’s fall so it is time to get ready for a new year of mission. EngageMI helps mission leaders raise awareness, give dollars and put hands to work with neighbors.

How I spent my summer vacation

As summer reaches its highpoint, the Rev. Dr. Margie Crawford encourages everyone to consider a vacation that includes some opportunities to learn, grow, and share the Good News with others.

Midwest District: Mission Insite Training Workshops

Mission Insite is one of the best tools available to help define our mission field. Join Rev. Jon Reynolds for this FREE introductory workshop. You will learn about every tool of the Mission Insite software program, and you will gain an introductory level understanding on how to use this tool to reach people in your community. 2 Training Workshops March 30 and May 11! Continue Reading Midwest District: Mission Insite Training Workshops

The little bank that keeps on giving

The United Methodist Women are currently in the midst of a major fund drive. 150 years of support for mission.

Views on GC2019 and mission

Directors of the Board of Global Ministries express pain over the divide that has occurred since the special General Conference.