Introduction to IIM Ministry The “Introduction to Intentional Interim Ministry” workshop is designed for those that are considering IIM as a part-time ministry when they retire. Attendance at an introductory workshop, commitment to this ministry, and District-sponsored continuing education are required to be recognized as a Michigan District Intentional Interim Minister. There is a $55 […]
Worship gatherings are central to the life and health of the Christian congregation. These gatherings reflect the congregation’s identity for themselves and to the community she is called to serve with the Gospel. During times of pastoral transition, the Intentional Interim Pastor enables the congregation to examine, evaluate, and seek God’s guidance regarding the role of […]
You are cordially invited to the Farewell and Recognition Celebration of Rev. Dr. David & Pat Maier Hors d’oeuvres & Gemütlichkeit - 5 p.m. Dinner - 5:45 p.m. A memory book is being compiled for President Maier. If you would like to submit a letter/card/picture, please send to the District office, Attn: Hannah MacAfee. […]
For those outside the Church, there is a temptation to ground one’s identity in one’s sexual orientation, career, or degree of social media influence. Within the Church, we face what is fundamentally the same problem, basing our identity on something that is not Christ: political leanings, the vocation of pastor, our family, etc. This is […]
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1RtNGzP74_0 You are invited to be renewed, encouraged, and equipped at the Lutheran Adult Gathering on Mackinac Island, October 14–16, 2022, at the beautiful Grand Hotel. Since 1981, the Lutheran Adult Gathering has brought together believers in this spectacular setting to be spiritually strengthened for service to Christ in this world. The theme for the […]
