Seven episcopal leaders, including Bishop Jonathan Keaton, have been re-appointed for four more years of service in their present assignments. Bishop Keaton will continue to serve the Michigan Area for the coming quadrennium, 2008-2011. ... Read More >

NCJ Conference elects Julius Trimble

The Rev. Julius C. Trimble, Warrensville Heights, Ohio, has been elected a bishop by the North Central Jurisdiction. Trimble, 54, senior pastor of Aldersgate United Methodist Church in Warrensville Heights, was elected July 18 with 225 votes on the 24th ballot.  A consecration service for Trimble is set for 9:30 a.m. on July 19 at First UMC, Grand Rapids. Geographical assignments for the jurisdiction’s bishops will be announced after the service.  ... Read More >

Take time to be holy at School for Ministry

The Michigan Area School for Pastoral Ministry is set for Aug. 19-21 at the Lansing Sheraton. This year's theme is "Holey? Wholly...Holy! Restoring the Soul for Ministry." Practical workshops, personal renewal, inspiring worship and a Lugnuts game, too! The only event designed to care for and nurture the needs of clergy in The Michigan Area. Register today.... Read More >

Mujila Falls Ag Project in the News

Many churches in West Michigan support the fine development work being done at the agricultural Center in Mujila Falls, Zambia. Learn how Proverbs 14:4 provides a biblical basis for their ministry. Paul Webster, missionary helping guide the efforts at Mujila Falls, will be in West Michigan in September.... Read More >