517-258-0038 | To care for UCC clergy and churches in Michigan.
517-258-0038 | To care for UCC clergy and churches in Michigan.
Michigan Conference of the United Church of Christ
Equip, empower, connect, and celebrate UCC clergy and churches in Michigan
Welcome to the wonderful world of the Michigan Conference, where, when you’ve seen one church, you’ve seen one church. We have churches by cherry orchards, rust belts, tourist towns of fudge shops and food deserts without grocery stores, vacation mansions alongside a serious shortage of affordable housing, and pure recreational lakes down the road from cities whose drinking water is dirty. From city apartments, farmhouses, lake cottages, vacation mansions we make our spiritual homes together in 135 churches that include all the rich contrasts of our beautiful state.
Since becoming Conference Minister in 2022, you can see from my speaking schedule that I have spent most weekends visiting them. I can testify that no matter the size or setting, you will find a fascinating and faithful spiritual home here, whether you are looking for a place to worship or a place to preach. We can have the oldest congregation in a small town and be the first in that same town to welcome the queer community. We have new church starts without the burden of a building, meeting online or in coffee shops. We have historic churches whose stained glass windows, woodwork and masonry are a blessing of art and transcendence to their communities. We have congregations that are unapologetically black and congregations that have Alpine festivals.
In large cities, rural villages, sprawling suburbs and fertile forests, our churches bear witness to the God who is still speaking, who desires justice and who welcomes all, no matter what, no matter who, no matter where you are on life’s journey. In the Michigan Conference, our Christian tradition may be two thousand years old but our thinking is not. If that sounds like you, come join us.
Peace and Blessings,
The Rev. Dr. Lillian Daniel
Our 2026 Annual Meeting is just around the corner!
Our Annual Meeting of the Michigan Conference United Church of Christ will be held on Friday and Saturday, October 2nd and 3rd, 2026 with a focus on justice and vitality. It will be held at First Congregational Church UCC of Grand Blanc.
Our Annual Meeting will kick off on Friday morning with workshops. In the afternoon, more workshops will be offered, and Friday evening will feature an ecumenical panel discussion facilitated by our Conference Minister, Rev. Dr. Lillian Daniel. Saturday will include hearings for resolutions, worship, and a session with our keynote speaker, Rev. Michael Neuroth from the UCC Office of Public Policy and Advocacy in Washington DC. Rev Neuroth will also take part in the panel discussion on Friday evening.
For those arriving on Thursday, we will have a mixer at the People’s Church of Flint from 6-8 pm. Like last year, our two days together will be full and will include vendor tables, childcare, and time for relaxation and fun. Registration forms will be available soon. Be sure to note the early bird rate starting in July. Several lodging options will be available.
We hope you will find time to connect, share stories, and inspire one another. As we come together, I hope you will be reminded once again how important our covenant is to one another. Our hope is that the information and energy shared will help you grasp the power of God within our communities to drive change, even in the face of uncertainty, injustice, and conflict. We’re sure you will be encouraged, enlivened, and strengthened for the challenging journey of ministry that lies ahead.
“Some trust in chariots, some trust in horses, but we trust in the Lord our God.”
(Psalm 20:7)
See you in October!
Registration opens 7.1.26
The Michigan Conference UCC’s Mitten Project is a five-year, $1.25 million initiative funded by the Lilly Endowment. It is designed to “knit together” children and adults by providing local congregations with resources, training, and retreats to nurture multigenerational worship and prayer practices.
The Mitten Project has a dedicated space where CYF leaders and volunteers can find resources and information on upcoming events.
Join us live on Zoom the first Wednesday of each month as we invite experts from across the Michigan Conference, UCC denomination, and beyond to discuss issues that are impacting the church today. Topics and guest speakers are generated directly by requests and conversations with leaders in our local churches.
Registered participants on Zoom receive a monthly email with the recording along with additional resources shared during Leadership Lunch.
Recordings are archived on the Michigan Conference UCC YouTube Channel in the Leadership Lunch Playlist.
WATCH the Leadership Lunch RECORDINGS REGISTER for Leadership Lunch
For those who have submitted a Resolution for this year, please take note of the 2026 Process and Procedures to Submit A Resolution. This guide relays all the information you need to complete and submit a resolution for consideration this fall.
Please note there are two types of Resolutions: A Resolution of Witness is an expression of Christian conviction concerning moral, ethical, or religious matters confronting the Church, state, nation, or world. A 2/3 vote is required for adoption.
A Prudential Resolution establishes policy, structure, procedure, programs, or direction within the Michigan Conference UCC. A majority vote is required for adoption.
You can also find the Resolution Template in the document for future use.
Learn more about the Resolutions Process and Timeline
Where do you see God is still speaking?
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