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2020 Charge Conferences
All SPRC/Charge Conferences will be held via Zoom. Zoom links will be emailed to clergy and SPRC Chairpersons a few days prior to your assigned date. SPRC meeting will begin at the start time listed and charge conference will begin 45 minutes after the start time of the SPRC meeting. EXAMPLE: If your assigned start… Continue Reading 2020 Charge Conferences
Redeeming the Season
Uncertain times present an opportunity for “redeeming the season,” says Bishop David Bard. He adds, “Redeeming the season remembers that we are involved in a long work.” BISHOP DAVID BARD Michigan Area A favorite Bible study method for me involves comparing various English translations and renditions of a passage of Scripture. Doing so reminds me… Continue Reading Redeeming the Season
Make Change Part of Your Church DNA
The REACH Summit on Oct. 24 is the beginning of a year-long relationship of ongoing support through a REACH Network Group or coaching. Serious about change? Register now. Computers need them. So do smartphones. Churches do, too. Updates help people and operating systems boost functionality without slowing down. That’s how the Rev. Andy Lee… Continue Reading Make Change Part of Your Church DNA
ERT Basic Training October 24
Emergency Response Training for Michigan/NCJ Volunteers ERT Training for volunteers looking to organize/lead/ participate in a team for disaster response/recovery efforts . (Michigan/North Central Jurisdiction ) Cornerstone UMC 1675 84th Street Caledonia MI October 24 8:30 am Registration 9:00 am – 5:00 pm Class Cost : $35 (pay by check on site – Michigan Conference ERT… Continue Reading ERT Basic Training October 24
Engage in 30 Days of Anti-Racism
The General Commission on Religion and Race invites you to engage in 30 days of anti-racism. Share your journey using #30DaysAntiRacism. Encourage others to join you. Campus minister Morgan Stafford has committed himself to live an anti-racist faith and life. “As a white man, I have learned that I’ve benefitted from racism, while people of color… Continue Reading Engage in 30 Days of Anti-Racism
Connectional Grants Available
Heritage District Connectional Church grants are available to assist local congregations in program ministries or projects. For additional information and to download the application: click here for Word document click here for PDF document
United Methodist Foundation COVID-19 Resources
The United Methodist Foundation of MI continues to provide new resources. Get more information >>> CARES Act Individual Provisions from David S. Bell on Vimeo.
Tips for Worship Online
The Michigan Conference has created webinars on a variety of subjects related to online worship, and more are being added regularly. They include: Your Tech Questions Online Funerals and Memorial Services Shelter in Place – Church Questions Online Church – Worship Planning Online Ministry with Children & Youth Holy Week Online Worship Planning The “Why”… Continue Reading Tips for Worship Online
The Children’s Ministry Connection with Rev. Kathy Pittenger
Children’s Ministries can connect via Zoom on Wednesday at 10:00 am. Read more >>>