Alpena First United Methodist Church

06/02/2026

Thank you for allowing us to host this important event each week.

Join us to move your body, and meet other folks with Parkinson’s who understand your fight against this terrible disease. Contact us with any questions. We’re here to support you! 🩵

06/02/2026

Dr. Ashley Boggan was a wonderful speaker. If you want to learn more about our heritage, listen to her messages!

What does it mean to be a United Methodist in today's world?

The final Daily News from the 2026 Michigan Annual Conference reflects on Dr. Ashley Boggan's powerful teaching sessions, which challenged United Methodists to reconnect with their Wesleyan roots, embrace holy disruption, and put mission ahead of comfort. The issue also recaps key actions of the conference, including approval of the 2027 budget, the announcement of Michigan's four new districts, celebrations of mission giving and ministry impact, and the recognition, commissioning, and ordination of clergy leaders.

Read more about the conversations, decisions, and moments that shaped this year's Love Boldly Annual Conference: https://mailchi.mp/michiganumc.org/your-2026-ac-daily-news-wrap-up-9719595?e=6e5b2cc709

06/02/2026

"Each little flower that opens,
each little bird that sings,
God made their glowing colors,
and made their tiny wings." 🎶

"All Things Bright and Beautiful" (no. 147 in The United Methodist Hymnal) was written by Cecil Frances Alexander, an Irish writer, in 1848. It notes the work of God's creation in both the majestic--like "purple-headed mountains--and the minute--like an open flower. It invites in us an awareness of God's work around us.

🎵 "God gave us eyes to see them,
and lips that we might tell
how great is God Almighty,
who has made all things well."

💭 Where are you noticing God's good works today?

05/29/2026

The 2026 Michigan Annual Conference begins with the theme “Love Boldly,” drawn from The United Methodist Church’s new vision statement and rooted in Christ’s commandment to love one another.

Today’s Daily News includes Friday’s highlights, a preview of Opening Worship at 1 p.m., mission opportunities including Rice Meal Packing, the Zero-K fundraiser and Mission Festival, and reflections from Michigan churches answering the question, “How does your church love boldly?”

Read your Annual Conference Daily News: https://mailchi.mp/michiganumc.org/your-2026-ac-daily-news-friday-5-26-9719565?e=6e5b2cc709

05/28/2026

05/26/2026

This is coming in just a few weeks! Be sure to mark your calendar!

05/19/2026

Please join us, Thursday, June 25th, 7:00 pm, as we welcome Tim Zimmerman & The King's Brass in concert. This truly will be an enjoyable event. Come one, Come all!!

05/19/2026

A message from Bishop Escobedo-Frank:
Please join me in praying for our siblings at the Islamic Center of San Diego where there was an active shooter incident earlier today. Pray for those who lost their lives, those injured, and all who need holy healing from this traumatic event. Pray for a world where everyone is safe to gather for worship and education.