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MLK Youth Group Trip

Registration is now open for our Youth Group trip to Cass Community Social Services! Who: Central Youth and Friends What: A weekend service and worship experience. When: Leave CUMC at 5 pm on Friday, January 17th; Return by 3 pm Sunday, January 19th. Where: Cass Community Social Services and Cass Community United Methodist Church in Detroit, MI Why: To learn and serve alongside those who have experienced homelessness in Detroit, MI. To experience a new worship context at Cass Community…
Advent by Candlelight

Advent by Candlelight

December 4, 2019, 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. Advent by Candlelight is a special evening for women to become renewed and refreshed before the Christmas rush begins. This is an opportunity to relax and refocus on the season of Advent – a wonderful time of waiting and anticipation. In an elegant atmosphere, lit only by candlelight, guests are served a delightful dessert by a table hostess. The program includes uplifting Scripture readings, music and reflections focused on the Advent season. Sign…
The Way Forward

Conference Update on Judicial Council Ruling

Last week, The Judicial Council of The United Methodist Church handed down its ruling on the constitutionality of the Traditional Plan that was passed in March during the special session of the General Conference. The Council ruled that some of the Traditional Plan petitions were constitutional, and some were not. Petitions found constitutional and taking effect January 1, 2020 included: An expansion of the definition of a “self-avowed practicing homosexual” to include persons in same-sex marriages or civil unions. Prohibition…