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Rev. Dr. Jennie Browne to Join Staff
The Foundation is pleased to announce that the Rev. Dr. Jennifer Browne will join its staff as Sr. Director of Connectional Engagement in August, 2026.
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The Power of Authentic Relationships in Church Stewardship
David S. Bell discusses the need for genuine relationships and connections.
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Foundation Celebrates 100 Years
When the Methodist Foundation of Michigan was established in 1925, the purpose was to raise a capital fund for the support and development of Christian education and philanthropic institutions. Click to learn more.
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Faithful Stewardship of the Parsonage
Renting the parsonage on a long-term basis can be a viable and responsible stewardship strategy. It allows congregations to generate income to support their ongoing ministries while preserving the property for future use.
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From Steeple To Sanctuary: Keeping Your Church in Top Shape
Read David S. Bells blog on who to grapple with the challenge of deferred maintenance..
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Investing with Faith & Foresight
An introduction to an Investment Policy Statement (IPS).
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Sherwin Williams
The Foundation is passionate about supporting initiatives to help empower the next generation of leaders.We capitalize on our shareholder influence by investing in companies that have positve influences in our communities. Sherwin-Williams' “Paint It Forward” Initiative is an example of this type of program.
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Insights for Church Insurance
We recently hosted Jeff Koch, the President of United Methodist Insurance Program. Learn the reasons for the rising cost of church insurance and how to prepare for an insurance quote. Feel free to share this with your trustees.
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