Tag: NCJ
Three takeaways from NCJ Conference
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The 2024 North Central Jurisdictional Conference concluded on Saturday, and delegates returned home inspired by a church thinking anew and moving forward.
NCJ youth delegates ready to lead
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Two youths share what it’s like to serve as a delegate to the North Central Jurisdictional Conference and their hopes for The United Methodist Church.
Spiritual innovations and the future of church
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At the North Central Jurisdictional Conference, Rev. Tyler Sit gave an overview of a spiritual innovation survey from Harvard University and then gave examples of the study’s themes from a… Continue Reading Spiritual innovations and the future of church
Bard returns to Michigan
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Episcopal assignments were announced Saturday afternoon during the final day of the 2024 North Central Jurisdictional Conference.
We are beloved children of God
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Bishop Gregory Palmer preached the sermon during the closing worship of the 2024 North Central Jurisdictional Conference.
Retiring bishops honored at NCJ
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On Friday, July 13, retiring Bishops Gregory V. Palmer and Julius Trimble were honored at the 2024 North Central Jurisdictional Conference.
Lunch and learns offer education
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Church leaders can watch and download these five recorded learning sessions that were offered at the 2024 North Central Jurisdictional Conference.
Wesley’s ‘three simple rules’ frame each day
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Attendees of the 2024 North Central Jurisdictional Conference spent time reflecting on John Wesley’s three simple rules: do no harm, do good, and stay in love with God.
LIFT EVERY VOICE: Fitzgerald and Peters
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Michigan Conference delegates were asked to comment on the 2024 North Central Jurisdictional Conference theme, “Lift Every Voice,” and suggest ways to ensure that every voice is heard and valued… Continue Reading LIFT EVERY VOICE: Fitzgerald and Peters
Committee on Episcopacy navigates change
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The NCJ Committee on Episcopacy reported to delegates on the challenges of their work, given the need to lower the number of bishops in the NCJ and due to the… Continue Reading Committee on Episcopacy navigates change