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District Job Postings
Remember to visit the District Job Postings and Classifieds page to find new opportunities across the District.
AC 2026
The 2026 Michigan Annual Conference will take place May 29-31. Visit the 2026 Annual Conference website for the latest details and information.
Heritage District Celebration
Join us on June 13 for a Heritage District Celebration. This will be a final time together as the Heritage District with an outdoor worship service followed by a picnic style meal. Everyone is invited. Contact Sarah at the District Office if you have any questions.
Heritage District Spring LSM Classes
Is God calling you “for the work of ministry, for building up the body of Christ” (Ephesians 4:12)? Explore Lay Servant Ministry opportunities today. Lay Servant Ministry classes provide laity with: Opportunities for personal growth; knowledge about the United Methodist Church Leadership skills for beginning a new ministry; enhancing a ministry at your church Anyone can… Continue Reading Heritage District Spring LSM Classes
Courageous Communities
A key goal of the Courageous Communities Project is to change the narrative around immigration. Loving our neighbor is a biblical mandate. Providing hospitality, love, and community to the sojourner is a way to live that out. Leviticus 19:33-34 says: “When a foreigner resides among you in your land, do not mistreat them. The foreigner residing among you… Continue Reading Courageous Communities
Early Lay Equalization Registration Is Under Way for the 2026 MAC
2026 Lay Equalization Application (pdf) >>> 2026 Lay Equalization Application (Word) >>> The 2026 Michigan Annual Conference Lay Equalization selection process is open for consideration. Be a part of the decision-making process that will determine the future course of the Michigan Conference UMC. If you are interested in participating in the 2026 conference, please download… Continue Reading Early Lay Equalization Registration Is Under Way for the 2026 MAC
Financial Assistance and Grants
The Heritage District Finance Committee, under the leadership of District Superintendent Rev. LuAnn Rourke, uses district ministry shares to offer financial assistance and grants. For questions or assistance contact Rick Gorham at [email protected]. Submit completed forms to Rick Gorham via postal mail: Rick Gorham, 13539 S. Rainbow Drive, Gregory, MI 48137, or email [email protected] Application… Continue Reading Financial Assistance and Grants
Ways to Support UMC Hurricane Relief
Two powerful hurricanes have devastated the southeastern United States in a short time. Here are ways you can join our United Methodist response to these disasters. Read more
Readers to Leaders
CREATING LEADERS THROUGH EDUCATION At the 2022 Michigan Annual Conference, the body voted overwhelmingly to support the “Readers to Leaders” fundraising campaign. That goal was modified to $400,000 to reflect disaffiliation and closures of local churches. The campaign runs from September 10, 2022, to May 1, 2024 and has the goal of raising $400,000. These… Continue Reading Readers to Leaders
Anti-Bias/Anti-Racism Training
All appointed clergy must complete at least one Anti-Bias/Anti-Racism Education & Training module per calendar year, beginning in 2023. Click HERE to read more and to register.