Tag: Support
Time to support our pastors
![Support pastors in October](https://michiganumc.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Thank-you-2.jpg)
“How can we support our pastors and clergy leaders?” asks the Rev. Jennifer Browne. She suggests three things to do during Clergy Appreciation Month.
Care for pastors in stressful times
![Quilt is a gift of care](https://michiganumc.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Pastor-Appreciation2.jpg)
Traditions can’t be observed. Ministry is different and difficult. People feel isolated and afraid. COVID-19 has made leadership more stressful than ever. Share special care this Pastor Appreciation Month.
Online collaboration grows disciples
![Collaboration supported their ministry](https://michiganumc.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/Collaboration-Osbourne.jpg)
Their collaboration began as a way to provide online worship with their congregations. Soon, these pastors learned that the effort was also a source of learning and support for them.
Upper Room magazine available free
![Upper Room Prayer Chapel in Nashville TN](https://michiganumc.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Upper-Room-Prayer-Chapel.jpg)
In order to provide spiritual support during the COVID-19 outbreak, The Upper Room is offering free resources online.
Cass in ministry during pandemic
![Taking temps at Cass Community Social Services](https://michiganumc.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Cass-Community-COVID3-1.jpg)
Cass Community Social Services has “been there” for the vulnerable residents of Detroit for decades. And the 2020 pandemic may have changed their ministry but it has not stopped it.
Never too late to thank your pastor
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October is Pastor Appreciation Month. There are still a few days left to thank your pastor and share your support for his or her leadership.
Small church as surrogate family
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Small church offers a face-to-face family for those whose kin are far-away.