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Celebrating You!
Every Western Waters UM Church paid at least a portion of their 2025 Ministry Shares! I recently received the “final adjusted report” and wanted to CELEBRATE with all of you! Western Waters District churches paid 92% of the total amount apportioned to our 71 churches (the Conference average is about 80%, which is up from last… Continue Reading Celebrating You!
Registration is Open for Annual Conference 2026
Registration Need-To-Know Registration begins on Saturday, February 28, 2026 at 9:00 am ET and ends April 30 at 11:59 pm. Any cancellation before April 30 will be refunded less a $50 fee. There are no cancellation refunds after April 30. Please download and carefully read the registration information and instructions. This is essential for you to successfully… Continue Reading Registration is Open for Annual Conference 2026
2025 Western Waters District Conference
2025 Western Waters District Conference The Western Waters District Conference and Hospitality Workshops are this Sat., Sept. 27 at Ludington UMC. Rev. Tom Arthur is leading a morning and afternoon Hospitality workshop for clergy and laity. Download the Agenda and Reports Packet for details about the 2026 district budget and ministry shares.
Faith on the Fly
Through a donation from the Western Waters District Mission Team, the Faith on the Fly Program located at Grand Rapids Trinity UMC, created new opportunities for intergenerational participants to explore fly fishing while learning to connect with nature and appreciate the beauty around us. A piloted “Introduction to Fly Fishing” program to a few children… Continue Reading Faith on the Fly
Versiti Blood Center of MI Needs Local Churches!
Faith Community Church of Coopersville has asked for the message below to be shared: Our Church, Faith Community Church of Coopersville (formerly Coopersville UMC) is proud to offer our surrounding communities the opportunity to SAVE A LIFE right where we live. Versiti Blood Center of Michigan supplies our local hospitals with blood daily needing 600… Continue Reading Versiti Blood Center of MI Needs Local Churches!
Approved 2024 Budget + 2024 Local Church Ministry Shares
The 2024 Western Waters District Budget and Ministry Shares are available in the links below. The district’s local churches have approved the 2024 district budget and ministry shares. “With over 40 churches reporting votes, the 2024 Western Waters District Budget passed unanimously. Thanks everyone for your input and support!” ~ DS Jodie Flessner Letter to… Continue Reading Approved 2024 Budget + 2024 Local Church Ministry Shares
Western Waters District Conference: May 13, 2023
The first Western Waters District Conference took place via Zoom on Saturday, May 13. The purpose of this conference was to vote on the proposed 6-month budget and leadership roster for the new Western Waters District. The recording and minutes are below along with all the voting items. Minutes View the recorded Western Waters District… Continue Reading Western Waters District Conference: May 13, 2023
Western Waters District Equalization Members to AC 2024 Needed
Apply Today! Equalization Members to AC 2024 Needed Attached is the application to be considered to represent the Western Waters District at AC 2024, May 30-June 1. Hurry! The Jan. 10, 2024 deadline is approaching. Please click HERE to download the application.
Fall Church Conferences
This page contains critical information for Pastors and SPRC leaders about: 1 on 1 Meetings, SPRC Meetings, and Fall Church Conferences 1 on 1 meetings will be held via Zoom. Former Midwest District pastors have in-person 1 on 1’s as part of the summer DS church visits (DS church tour and 1 on 1 schedule… Continue Reading Fall Church Conferences