“Embracing New Challenges” is the theme for this year’s Michigan Conference United Women in Faith Annual Celebration, scheduled for October 17-18. The keynote speaker is Sally Vonner, CEO of United Women in Faith.
ETHEL M. GILL
Vice President, Michigan Conference United Women in Faith
“If you are willing to change your thinking, you can change your feelings. If you change your feelings, you can change your actions. And changing your actions — based on good thinking — can change your life.” ~ John C. Maxwell
As the world changes daily around us, we are keeping our vision as United Women in Faith in front of us. This vision boldly proclaims that we are powerful and fearless, driven by God’s love and united in sisterhood. Through faith, we will push forward when it gets tough, kicking fear to the curb.
We will continue to use our purpose and mission as guideposts to keep us on track. We have a mighty purpose — acting for justice for women, children, and youth, and transforming communities — which has served us well for many years. God is with us!
The Michigan Conference United Women in Faith invites all women of faith to join our Annual Celebration on Saturday, October 18, 2025, to greet and learn from our national leader, Sally Vonner. The event will be held at Bethany UMC in Clio. Registration opens at 9 am ET, and the program begins at 9:30 am. $20 is the registration fee and includes lunch. Register online now.
Sally Vonner is the current General Secretary and Chief Executive Officer of United Women in Faith. She is a powerful leader, a woman of faith and purpose. Sally has served in many capacities at United Women in Faith and in The United Methodist Church. Sally oversees the implementation of the organization’s vision, mission, and strategic plan to positively impact the lives of women, children, and youth around the world. Read more about Sally Vonner.
Download the promotional flyer and registration form to learn more. You can also register online at this site. The registration deadline is October 11.
A discounted block of rooms is available at the Comfort Inn in Birch Run until October 2. Download the flyer to find more details.
The evening before, on Friday, October 17, Pastor Audra Hudson Stone and Jacob Stone will present our Officer Leadership Training and Development Program. They will be speaking on “Environmental Justice: A Call to Hope & Action.” Their presentation will include information on the realities of environmental injustice, a biblical framework for creation care, and suggestions for prophetic action. Jacob and Pastor Audra will bring their expertise and passion to this subject matter and will present suggestions for positive change. Read this news article to learn more about the Environmental Justice Task Force.
Registration for the leadership training and program will begin at 3:30 pm ET, and the program will start at 4 pm. Dinner is at 6 pm. $10 is the registration fee. The program is free unless you join us for dinner.
One more thing: Our mission focus this year will benefit Clio: Bethany UMC’s Food Pantry. Please bring canned foods, nonperishable foods, and full-sized personal hygiene items, including toilet paper and paper towels, in missional support of this local ministry.
Please join us for this important event. It’s not every day that the CEO shows up at your Annual Celebration! Register now and bring a friend.
Last Updated on September 15, 2025