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Michigan Conference UCC:
E-Bulletin
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Conference Minister, Campbell Lovett, recently traveled to the Middle East with an ecumenical delegation to visit with our Global Ministries mission partners. The site visits were in Cairo, Beirut, Amman, East Jerusalem and the Palestinian Territories. This video is a quick recap of the trip. If you, your church or Association would like a more in-depth update, please be in touch with Rev. Lovett directly.
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SAVE THE DATE!
VITALITY DAY 2017!
Two dynamic speakers will transform our ability to expand our ministries and make a difference in our communities.
Keynote Speakers: Dr. Diane JohnsonStrategic Development, Center for Progressive Renewal
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UCC History, Theology & Polity
Central Seminary Ann Arbor and the Michigan Conference UCC are offering the UCC History, Theology and Polity class this summer at the Michigan Conference office - 5945 Park Lake Road, East Lansing.
The class meets: Saturdays - 9 am - 3 pm on May 21, June 11, 18, July 16 and 23rd. The class will also be traveling to Cleveland to the United Church of Christ Church House on Tuesday, July 19th.
Students can register to receive a certificate of completion ($400) or register for seminary credit (3 credits for $1200).
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Gospel in the Key of Jazz Spring Invitational
Friday, May 13, 2016 7:00 P.M. - 8:30 P.M.
St. Stephen's Community Church, UCC
1007 Kimberly Drive, Lansing, MI 48917
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Your Input is Requested
The Michigan Conference is an Open and Affirming Conference. Conference resolutions and actions affirm that lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and questioning youth and adults should be afforded equal rights not only in our churches but also in our society. The Michigan State Board of Education has released a draft document outlining policies for the protection and support of LGBTQ individuals in Michigan public schools. The Board is seeking public comment on the document until May 11th. The document may be found at this address:
Campbell Lovett
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Mission work trip to Nicaragua
Edgewood United Church, UCC, East Lansing and Webster United Church of Christ in Dexter are traveling to Nicaragua on a mission work trip. The trip is planned for June 20 - June 30. There is still space available for those who would like to travel to Nicaragua and experience first hand, the country's life and work. Participants will visit rural communities, learn about Nicaraguan history and politics, and learn about sustainable development. They will sleep and eat with families and participate in community projects and activities. For more information contact Kris Wisniewski at zkw319@gmail.com or 517-775-9520.
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Interfaith Reproductive Justice Conference
For Faith Activists and Professionals
Friday, May 20, 2016 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
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 Association Spring Meetings
Detroit Metropolitan Spring Meeting *April 30, 2016 @ 9:00a *Date changed Mayflower Congregational UCC, Detroit
Eastern Spring Meeting
May 22, 2016
First Congregational UCC, Imlay City
Registration and details to come. United Northern Spring Meeting
April 30, 2016
8:30-9:00 Registration/Continental Breakfast
First Congregational UCC, Harrison |
 Church Views:
News and updates about a variety of churches in the Michigan Conference
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Joys & Concerns
Upcoming Events
Detroit Metropolitan Association
Ordination/Installation: Carol Hall
May 1st @ 5:00p
First Congregational UCC, Ypsilanti
218 North Adams St.
United Northern Association
Installation: Phil Garrison
May 22 @ 4:00p
Trinity UCC, Northport
103 Warren Street
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UCC Women of Michigan:
The Gathering June 10, 11, 12, 2016
The Gathering is a weekend of retreat, renewal, relaxation, and recharging. It is a time to greet old friends, and make new ones. It offers workshops, music, singing, and this year lots of laughter and joy. There will be Friday evening entertainment and vespers. Saturday's activities give you many opportunities to either stay busy or simply enjoy the beautiful surroundings of Kettunen Center. Sunday offers a Sunday school class and a very meaningful worship service. Of course, we must add a business meeting somewhere in all the activity. Kettunen Center is located in the woods on a beautiful lake in Tustin, Michigan. The accommodations are "luxury in the woods" and the food is scrumptious and abundant. In short, it's your weekend. Come and enjoy!
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Transgender Youth & Family Retreat
June 17 - 18, 2016
$75 per person
Includes all meals/lodging and activities
See Flyer for more information & registration!
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Next Boundary Training Opportunity:
September 22, 2016
703 E. Main Street, Dewitt MI 48820
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Woodside Church, Flint
WATER: Keep up with info, needs and actions HERE |
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Harold & Marcia Beer
Disaster Co-Coordinators' Corner
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The Dream of Justice is a group within the Michigan Conference of the United Church of Christ working to end mass incarceration.
May Newsletter
UCC JC Implementation Framework
Sign the Resolution:
Proclaim Release to the Captives
This resolution was passed by the Michigan Conference of the United Church of Christ, and then sparked a broader resolution that was submitted and adopted by the UCC General Synod in June, 2015. Sign this resolution to show your support and to get involved.
http://tinyurl.com/signreleasetothecaptives
Contact Emily (emilyhamstra@gmail.com) to have email addresses added to or removed from the Dream of Justice Newsletter list.
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Are you looking for employment?
Check out our list of available positions!
Updated: February 17, 2016
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Items for Sale or Donation
Updated: April 18, 2016
You never know, you just might find something you have been looking for! Check out our list of items for sale or donation from local churches.
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The Parish Paper
"How Do New People Hear about Your Church?"
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Michigan Conference
United Church of Christ
P.O. Box 1006 | East Lansing, MI 48826-1006
517-332-3511
conference@michucc.org
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