Tag: stewardship
Empower generosity, make a difference
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The United Methodist Foundation of Michigan embraces its mission of empowering individuals and faithful communities to make a meaningful difference in the world.
Are we sustaining members?
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Sherry Parker-Lewis explains that we give because we are held, carried, and supported by the One who saves. Our gifts are our embodied gratitude.
UM Foundation to offer stewardship grants
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Does your congregation have a reputation for generosity in your community? Share your story by applying for a $2,500 steward leader grant by March 15.
Seeing the local church as a business
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Rick Gregg, Northern Skies Co-District Lay Leader, uses the metaphor of the church as a business and explains why he’s proud to be a shareholder in the greatest business going.
2023 Ministry Shares due December 31
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Churches have until December 31 to submit final Ministry Share remittances for 2023, and any Ministry Shares received in the new year will be applied to 2024.
SECURE 2.0 impacts retirement plans
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David Bell outlines key elements of SECURE 2.0, new legislation that affects pastors and their finances and church leaders as they inform congregations about giving options.
Four UM churches honored for generosity
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The United Methodist Foundation of Michigan recently named four United Methodist churches as leaders in generosity and stewardship.
Finding common ground on climate change
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Michigan Interfaith Power & Light invites Michigan UMCs to join a free webinar on November 1 to learn about this trusted partnership with Michigan churches and how they can help… Continue Reading Finding common ground on climate change
5 stewardship lessons from a homecoming
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On a not-so-good visit to the church where he grew up, Ken Sloane learns a few things about hospitality and stewardship and shares them.
Foundation honors four congregations
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Four Michigan United Methodist congregations were recipients of a steward leader award, given by the United Methodist Foundation of Michigan.