Tag: United Methodist Foundation of Michigan
SECURE 2.0 impacts retirement plans
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.
Innovative daycare supports addiction recovery
Battle Creek: First UMC is working closely with The Haven of Rest Ministries on an innovative childcare program that offers a safe space for children of families struggling with addiction.
Quit reporting and start visioning
Rev. Gary Step shows how churches can simplify their administrative structure, freeing ministry leaders to dream and act boldly.
Bring the gift of good financial health to your congregation
The winter session of the virtual Saving Grace: A Guide to Financial Well-Being course offered by the United Methodist Foundation of Michigan begins January 17.
Finding relational sanctuary
Faced with increased ministry burnout, pastors need to discover places of sanctuary and creative spaces for discernment, and clergy leadership cohorts may be a helpful resource.
Foundation honors four congregations
Four Michigan United Methodist congregations were recipients of a steward leader award, given by the United Methodist Foundation of Michigan.
Foundation director offers insights
What is the impact of denominational changes on the United Methodist Foundation of Michigan? Director David S. Bell explains.
Gary Step joins UM Foundation staff
The United Methodist Foundation of Michigan brings the Rev. Gary Step to their staff as the new Senior Director of Leadership Development. He starts service July 1, 2022.
Investors urged to hold steady
While investors tend to fall victim to the cycle of scarcity, the United Methodist Foundation encourages a faith-filled belief in sufficiency and abundance.
UM Foundation reports strong year
In 2021 the United Methodist Foundation of Michigan provided over $100,000 in scholarships and $24,000 in virtual technology grants supporting pastors and local churches. And that’s not all.