Early Response Team training set for June 10

Disasters strike suddenly. Prepare to serve neighbors in need by joining a volunteer-led Early Response Team. The next in-person training for Michigan United Methodists is June 10.

HAPI ministry grows despite hardship in Haiti

STEP FOUR: Haitian Assets for Peace International continues to expand its services despite the growing challenges in the nation. HAPI offers Maternal care, vocational education, and animal husbandry to residents… Continue Reading HAPI ministry grows despite hardship in Haiti

Spring rally plants ‘mission’ in hearts

The Michigan Conference is mobilizing a disaster kit rally during April to help replenish supplies for our long-time partner, Midwest Mission.

UMCOR is ‘in Michigan’s DNA’

Partnering to do good in the face of tragedy is seen across generations in the Michigan Conference, by strong support of the United Methodist Committee on Relief. UMCOR Sunday is… Continue Reading UMCOR is ‘in Michigan’s DNA’

After the Storm poised for growth

With a new name and a new website, the Michigan Conference’s long-term disaster recovery nonprofit is better prepared to help Michigan rebuild one family at a time.

Disaster relief and recovery takes teamwork

STEP SIX: United Methodists belong to a larger disaster response network that serves the mission of Jesus Christ. The United Methodist Committee on Relief is the tie that binds this… Continue Reading Disaster relief and recovery takes teamwork

Disaster relief requires teamwork

United Methodists belong to a larger disaster response network that serves the mission of Jesus Christ here in Michigan and beyond.

Northville UM gets first experience helping hurricane victims

A Michigan United Methodist joined a disaster response team from Northern Illinois to assist with cleanup in Florida following the destruction of Hurricane Ian.

Church helps resettle 121 Afghan refugees

Over the course of a year, Birmingham and Berkley First UMC helped furnish 34 homes that now house 121 Afghan refugees in the Detroit metropolitan area.

Respond to Hurricanes Fiona, Ian

In response to disasters in the wake of Hurricanes Fiona and Ian, Michigan United Methodists are called to pray, donate cleaning kits (extended to Oct. 24), and give financially to… Continue Reading Respond to Hurricanes Fiona, Ian