Grand Traverse District
West Michigan Conference
United Methodist Church
Upcoming
Events
Rev. Robert Mayo, District Superintendent
Dec 2
Leadership Development Committee/Clergy Support
3:45 p.m.
Traverse City: Christ UMC
Dec 4
District Committee on Ministry
Traverse Bay UMC
9:30 a.m.
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| Bishop's Advent Offering: As we prepare for the birth of our Lord, it is obvious that the world is indeed in need of a savior. A struggling world economy is making life difficult for persons everywhere. Bishop Keaton asks the Michigan Area to reach out to the "Children's Center Spring" near St. Petersburg, Russia, with gifts of hope for Advent. This project serves children in the Primorsky District. This area has the highest crime rate and the largest population of children and youth in that region. Children's Center Spring breaks the cycle of violence and poverty by offering spiritual love and light. The Children's Center Spring touches the lives of 40 children and youth every day. Their program includes a hot meal, skills training, recreation, tutoring, substance abuse prevention, and summer camps. Learn more about Children's Center Spring by going to their web site. The bishop offers this word of blessing: "May we give out of our many blessings to touch the lives of others, May God grant you grace and peace as we enter into a time of reflection and the knowledge that with God anything is possible." Send checks to the West Michigan Conference Treasurer, P. O. Box 6247, Grand Rapids MI 49516. Write "Bishop's Advent Offering" on the memo line. |
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