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Young Adult: Do Nothing Fall Retreat

Young adults and college students ages 18 to 25 are invited to “The Do-Nothing Retreat: Resisting the Grind,” October 24–25 at Lake Louise Camp in Boyne Falls. The retreat will… Continue Reading Young Adult: Do Nothing Fall Retreat

Central Shores District: Fall Lay Servant Ministries Classes, Retreat-Style

Registration is now open for a fall Lay Servant Classes, retreat-style! The retreat will be held September 25-26 at White Lake UMC in Montague, MI. There is a registration fee… Continue Reading Central Shores District: Fall Lay Servant Ministries Classes, Retreat-Style

Rooted: Reclaim for Faith Formation Leaders

Ministry leaders engaged in faith formation ministry at any age level are invited to Rooted: Reclaim on Tuesday, October 20, from 9:30 am – 4 pm at Okemos Community Church in… Continue Reading Rooted: Reclaim for Faith Formation Leaders

Central Bay District Clergy Retreat 2026

Afternoon of February 9-Noon on February 11 Location: TBD Stay tuned for more details!

Pause, and take time for you

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The Michigan Conference invites all faith formation leaders, especially laity, to come to the Rooted: Reconnect daylong event for a time of rest and renewal.

Embracing the wilderness

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The wildernesses of our world, says Rev. Greg Lawton, can be places of refuge as we seek true reliance on God and grow in faith.

Living a ‘Palms Up’ life

Hands with palms open

Rev. Jenny Smith will lead a ministry professionals retreat at Lake Louise Camp, April 17-19, on how to develop a “Palms Up” life and understand how letting go changes everything.

Come, pray, and rest in God

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Learn more about Christian contemplative practices by attending an upcoming retreat with others in the Michigan Conference.

Joining pilgrims on a holy walk

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During a recent three-day Walk to Emmaus weekend, Pastor Vicky Prewitt found holy moments walking with pilgrims of faith and witnessing their eyes being opened to the amazing presence of… Continue Reading Joining pilgrims on a holy walk

Water, woods, and hospitality!

Hospitality at Lake Louise includes games.

What does hospitality look like in the great outdoors? It looks like water balloons, kayaks, cozy cabins, and a warm welcome from LLCC Director Neil Haney.