Tag: Northern Skies District
Continuing the adventure

As his time as superintendent of the Northern Skies District draws to a close, Rev. Scott Harmon reflects on the evolving adventure of ministry. Sometimes it’s holding on, sometimes it’s… Continue Reading Continuing the adventure
Scott A. Harmon
From: Northern Skies District — District Superintendent … To: Northern Skies District — Marquette: Hope UMC. This full-time appointment begins July 1, 2025.
Hintz appointed as new DS

Bishop David Bard announces the appointment of the Rev. Kristi Hintz as the next superintendent of the Northern Skies District, effective July 1, 2025.
Robert D. Nystrom
From: Northern Waters District — Alpena: First UMC … To: Northern Skies District — Alpena: First and Spratt UMCs. This full-time appointment begins July 1, 2023.
Jon W. Gougeon
From: Retirement … To: Northern Skies District — Hillman UMC. This quarter-time appointment begins July 1, 2023.
Camp Michigamme celebrates 100 years

A centennial celebration honoring Camp Michigamme, the Northern Skies District camp, was held on August 13, 2022, with over one hundred people attending.
Elise Low Edwardson
From: Northern Skies District — Escanaba: Central UMC … To: Greater Southwest District — Stevensville UMC. This full-time appointment is effective July 1, 2022.
Let’s make some Easter music!

The Rev. Scott Harmon reflects on today’s church from an “intersection of music and faith.” He encourages United Methodists to keep praising the Lord.
Anishinaabe, Bob Hazen, shares story

Three federal residential schools for Native Americans once operated in Michigan. Bob Hazen shared his experiences in the Harbor Springs facility with the Northern Skies District Conference.
Small churches rise to COVID challenges

Revs Peggy Paige, Jackie Roe, and Jodie Flessner believe Michigan’s small, rural churches will come out of the pandemic year with new strength for future ministry and mission.