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Going beyond preservation in ministry

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Rev. Dr. David Bell explains that true sustainability is not about maintaining the status quo but about creating the financial conditions that enable mission to continue, so that God’s work… Continue Reading Going beyond preservation in ministry

Ministry Shares up in 2025

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PART A – Ministry Shares: The Michigan Conference celebrates increased financial giving in 2025 and thanks local churches for their commitment to connectional ministry within our conference and beyond. Continue Reading Ministry Shares up in 2025

Ministry Shares up in 2025

Pastor teaching Sunday school

The Michigan Conference celebrates increased financial giving in 2025 and thanks local churches for their commitment to connectional ministry within our conference and beyond.

Foundation celebrates 100 years

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This year, the United Methodist Foundation of Michigan celebrates 100 years of helping people of faith live generously.

Congregations excel as leaders in generosity

Church members receiving a $2,500 grant for being leaders in generosity

Four new Barrett Steward Leaders were honored recently by the United Methodist Foundation of Michigan for their exemplary stewardship ministry and for creating a culture of generosity.

Our ‘woolly mammoth’

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When the gift of a disassembled pipe organ became a burden, Clinton UMC found it a new home with a ministry in the Philippines, making room for the church’s expanding… Continue Reading Our ‘woolly mammoth’

Living in alignment with our values

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In this season of gratitude, Rev. Dr. David Bell encourages us to practice stewardship by being mindful of the impact our choices have on future generations.

Congregations named as leaders in generosity

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The United Methodist Foundation of Michigan recently honored four new Barrett Steward Leaders for their exemplary stewardship ministry and culture of generosity.

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.