Best Practices for Ministry: Heartland

05/27/2026

There’s still time to be part of Best Practices for Ministry – Heartland 2026!

We are making one final call for breakout speakers and exhibitors who would like to share practical ideas, ministry resources, encouragement, and experience with others serving in churches, schools, and ministry settings.

If you have been thinking about submitting a proposal, now is the time! Breakout speakers and exhibitors help make this conference a meaningful opportunity for ministry leaders to learn from one another, connect, and return home encouraged for the work God has placed before them.

Breakout speaker and exhibitor proposals are due soon.

Learn more and submit your proposal here:https://stlorenz.churchcenter.com/pages/bpmh

05/12/2026

Do you have insights, experiences, or practical ministry ideas to share with others? We’re looking for breakout session leaders for Best Practices for Ministry: Heartland 2026.

📅 Conference Date: August 9-11, 2026
📍 Location: St. Lorenz Lutheran Church, Frankenmuth, MI
📝 Breakout Speaker Proposal Deadline: May 31, 2026

Whether your experience is in discipleship, outreach, youth ministry, worship, teaching, leadership development, or another area of ministry, your insights can be a blessing to others!

🔗 Learn more and submit your breakout proposal:
https://stlorenz.churchcenter.com/pages/bpmh

Tag a ministry leader who would be a great speaker! Let’s equip and encourage one another. 💙

05/11/2026

Wondering what the Best Practices for Ministry: Heartland Conference is all about?

Last year, the Michigan District sat down with Pastor Joel Kaiser to talk through what to expect, why this practical conference is worth attending, and how it can encourage and equip you in ministry. While some of the conversation is specific to our 2025 conference, this quick listen is still a great way to get a feel for the heart behind BPM Heartland and what you can expect when you join us in Frankenmuth this August.

Whether you’re a pastor, church worker, volunteer, ministry leader, teacher, or someone who loves serving the church, this is a great opportunity to learn, connect, and be encouraged.

🎧 Listen to the podcast episode here:
https://www.michigandistrict.org/resources/podcast-episodes/1-4-whats-the-wisdom-in-attending-a-conference-over-doing-ministry-bpm-heartland-mission-in-the-mitten

Have questions about the conference? Drop them below or send us a message—we’d be happy to help!

Ministry conferences offer more than education—they provide networking, encouragement, and community support that strengthen church workers, especially those in smaller congregations.

05/08/2026

Have you registered yet for Best Practices in Ministry: Heartland?

Don’t miss this practical, encouraging conference in Frankenmuth this August, hosted at St. Lorenz. Best Practices is a great opportunity for pastors, church workers, ministry leaders, volunteers, and anyone who serves in the church to gather for practical ideas, meaningful encouragement, and helpful conversations.

Registration is open now, and breakout speaker and exhibitor proposals are due soon. Whether you’re planning to attend, share a session, or connect with others as an exhibitor, now is the time to get involved.

Make plans to join us this August in Frankenmuth! www.stlorenz.org/bph

04/22/2026

We’re looking for breakout session speakers for the Best Practices for Ministry - Heartland Conference this August!

Do you have insight, experience, or practical ideas to share that could encourage and equip others in ministry? We’d love to hear from you.

Submit your breakout speaker proposal by May 30 for consideration.

This is a great opportunity to share helpful tools, creative ideas, and best practices with others serving in ministry.

For proposal details and submission information, click here: https://stlorenz.churchcenter.com/pages/bpmh

03/13/2026

Registration is now open!

Join us in Frankenmuth, MI, August 9–11, 2026 for the Best Practices for Ministry: Heartland Conference.

Register as an attendee, breakout presenter, or exhibitor, and connect with others who are passionate about sharing ideas and strengthening ministry.

Learn more, view the tentative schedule, and register here:
🔗 https://stlorenz.churchcenter.com/pages/bpmh

02/25/2026

📣 Get Ready—Registration Opens March 1!

We’re excited to share that registration for the Best Practices for Ministry – Heartland Conference opens March 1 for attendees, breakout speakers, and exhibitors!

Whether you’re hoping to join us, lead a best practice session, or showcase your organization, mark your calendar—March 1 is the day!

Stay tuned for more details…

10/25/2025

St. Lorenz Lutheran Church & School is seeking a new Director of Information Technology. Visit https://stlorenz.org/employment/ to learn more.

We are seeking a qualified candidate to serve as our Director of Information Technology. This position oversees the technology needs of both church and school, ensuring systems run smoothly to support our ministry and education programs.

Interested individuals can view the full job description and application details at https://stlorenz.org/employment/

10/21/2025

Save the Date!
📅 Best Practices for Ministry – Heartland 2026
🗓 August 9–11, 2026
📍 Hosted at St. Lorenz Lutheran Church & School, Frankenmuth, MI

We’re already looking forward to another incredible year of encouragement, connection, and ministry growth!
Watch for more information to be posted in early 2026.

👉 Click here to subscribe to our mailing list and stay up to date: https://stlorenz.churchcenter.com/people/forms/1076792

08/12/2025

🙌 The Final Worship Service of Best Practices for Ministry – Heartland is about to begin!

💜 Tonight’s offering will support Rescue Ministries of Mid-Michigan, helping provide shelter, meals, and hope to those in need.
👉 Learn more: https://rescuemidmichigan.org

Let’s close this incredible gathering by worshiping together and blessing others! ✝️

Hope and care for our homeless neighbors in Mid-Michigan. We rely on generous volunteers and donors to positively impact these lives.