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SUMMARY:Exploring Your Call Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Location: Weber Retreat and Conference Center\, 1257 E Siena Heights Dr\, Adrian\, MI 49221 \nRegistration: Click Here to Register Online \n \n\nDownload Brochure [pdf] \nAre you sensing a pull towards ministry\, yet feeling uncertain about what it means or how to move forward? This upcoming February\, the GLC invites you to step away from the busyness of daily life and join us for an “Exploring Your Call” retreat. We’re gathering individuals who are considering a call to ministry\, whether you’ve been wrestling with this question for years or are just beginning to wonder what a “call” even means. This retreat will be held from February 6-8\, 2026 on the peaceful grounds of The Weber Retreat and Conference Center in Adrian\, Michigan. This retreat is crafted especially for those who are considering whether God might be calling them to ministry\, of any kind. \nThis retreat is more than an event; it’s a sacred space set aside for listening deeply\, to God’s voice and to the wisdom of community. You’ll have opportunities to discern whether God is inviting you into ministry\, gain clarity about your next steps and timing\, and build a strong support system with fellow seekers who understand the journey ahead. You’ll find encouragement at the retreat where guided conversations and quiet reflection will help illuminate what God might be calling you to do. \nMinistry is not a solitary journey. At this retreat\, you’ll connect with others who share similar questions and aspirations; building relationships that will support you long after the weekend together ends. You don’t need all the answers\, just the courage to explore. Come ready to ask questions\, reflect honestly about your sense of purpose\, and discover new possibilities surrounded by people who care deeply about your journey. We encourage you to register early\, this retreat is only allowing 20 participants\, so that everyone receives the personal attention they deserve. \nIf curiosity or uncertainty is stirring within you right now—even if you’re not sure what comes next\, we invite you to take this brave step. And if any questions remain\, please reach out to the GLC office at 248-595-8098 or info@greatlakes.cc. We are always happy to chat!
URL:https://greatlakes.cc/event/exploring-your-call-retreat/
LOCATION:Weber Retreat and Conference Center\, Adrian\, Michigan\, 1257 E Siena Heights Dr\, Adrian\, MI\, 49221\, United States
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SUMMARY:GLC Annual Celebration 2026
DESCRIPTION:Where:\nLifeChurch Canton\n7001 N Haggerty Rd\,\nCanton Twp.\, MI 48187 \n\nRegistration & Brochure:\nRegister Online \nRegister by Mail [pdf] \nDownload the full 2025 Brochure\, including Schedule\, Workshops\, Places to Stay\, and More [pdf] \n\nSchedule:\nnote: Times are subject to change. \nFriday April 24 \n8:00am – Open Registration \n9:00am-12:00pm – Ministerial Association Annual Meeting – no online participation\, can stream \n12:00-1:15pm – Lunch \n1:30-3:00pm – Workshop A (6 workshops) \n3:15-4:45pm – Workshop B (6 workshops) \n5:15-6:45pm – Dinner \n7:00-8:30pm – Worship Service \nSaturday April 25 \n8:00am – Registration if not already registered \n8:30am-12:30pm – GLC Annual Meeting – no online participation\, can stream \n12:00pm – Boxed Lunch to go (Meeting may take until 12:30\, but it might be done as early as noon.) \n\n\nPlaces to Stay:\n\nLife Church Canton has secured special Annual Celebration rates at these nearby hotels. If calling to book\, please let them know you are with the GLC Annual Celebration group.  \nCountry Inn & Suites by Radisson\n21625 Haggerty Rd.\nNovi\, MI 48375\n248-504-0808\n$91/night (rate expires April 8) \nTru by Hilton Novi\n40255 West 13 Mile\nNovi\, MI 48377\n248-973-6306\n$109/night (rate expires April 14) \nHoliday Inn Express & Suites Detroit\n39675 W 12 Mile Rd\nNovi\, MI 48377\n248-344-8204\n$124/night (rate expires April 14) \nDoubleTree by Hilton Detroit\n42100 Crescent Blvd.\nNovi\, MI 48375\n248-344-8800\nfrom $130/night (rate expires April 18) \n\n\nDelegate Selection:\nMember congregations shall be entitled to representation as follows: congregations up to 100 members\, two delegates; congregations with 101 to 200 members\, three delegates; congregations with 201 to 300 members\, four delegates; congregations with 301 or more members\, five delegates. \n\nQuestions?\nPlease contact Angela Daniels at angela@greatlakes.cc\, 248-327-0623. \n\n\n\n \n\n \n\n\n\nGLC Ministerium\n\n \nGLC Ministerial Annual Meeting\n\nWhen: Friday April 24\, 9:00am-12:00pm \n\nWhere: Life Covenant Church\, 7001 N Haggerty Rd.\, Canton Twp.\, MI 48187 \n\n \nMinisterial Association Dues\n\n\n\n \n\nPay Dues Online \n\n \n \n\nDownload Paper Dues Form [pdf] \n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n  \n 
URL:https://greatlakes.cc/event/glc-annual-celebration-2026/
LOCATION:LifeChurch Canton\,\, 7001 North Haggerty Road\, Canton\, MI\, 48187
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SUMMARY:2026 Hope of the Gospel Evangelism Conference
DESCRIPTION:Date: Wed\, May 20 \nTime: 9:00 am – 4:00 pm Central Time \nLocation: Virtual Summit (link provided after registration) \nConference Host: Ieisha Hawley\, director of Evangelism\, Serve Locally | Make & Deepen Disciples\n\nFREE Registration: Info & Registration here \nThe “Hope of the Gospel” virtual summit on May 20 will help strengthen the culture of evangelism in your church and equip individual participants to share hope in everyday moments—with family\, coworkers\, neighbors\, and even strangers God places in their path. The summit will run from 10am – 5pm Eastern Time. A schedule of speakers and breakout sessions is provided on the registration page for those who can only access the event at limited times. Church leaders and anyone in your church who is motivated to see people come to faith and begin to follow Jesus is encouraged to participate. Details about the “Hope of the Gospel” Evangelism Conference on May 20 can be accessed here: https://covchurch.org/hope-of-the-gospel. Related resources for intentional evangelism in the ECC here: https://covchurch.org/make-and-deepen-disciples/intentional-evangelism.
URL:https://greatlakes.cc/event/2026-hope-of-the-gospel-evangelism-conference/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:ECC
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SUMMARY:Succession Planning for Lay Leadership Workshop
DESCRIPTION:6:45 p.m.  — Meet and Greet\n7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. — Training Session\nZoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85699532441\n \nHave you ever been nominated to serve in a position for which you have had no education or training? Have you ever served in a position of leadership and found yourself wondering “who are they going to find to replace me when my term expires?”  Because of these common experiences\, the importance of intentional leadership development and succession planning in the local church cannot be overstated! \nIn this session\, Garth McGrath (Superintendent) and Peg Cichon (Missional Vitality Liaison) with the Great Lakes Conference will discuss how to develop pools of potential leaders through preaching and intentional discipleship strategies. They will also share practical steps for spotting talent\, recruiting\, teaching\, equipping\, encouraging and empowering talented people to serve effectively in church leadership. \nEach church is encouraged to have at least two people from the Leadership Team or Church Council attend the session. Participation of the Chair of the church’s Nominating Committee would be particularly helpful. After the session\, we can set up time with you to discuss how your church can use particular resources identified in the session. \nOne of the best things about being in the Covenant is sharing in fellowship with “Mission Friends” in other Covenant churches.  Join us at 6:45 p.m. to meet and greet other Covenant Church leaders from around the Great Lakes Conference. The session will officially begin at 7:00pm.
URL:https://greatlakes.cc/event/succession-planning-for-lay-leadership-workshop/
LOCATION:MI
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SUMMARY:GLC Pastor-Spouse Fall Retreat
DESCRIPTION:The GLC Pastor-Spouse Fall Retreat at Maumee Bay Conference Center\, Oregon\, OH will take place from October 4-7\, 2026. \nSave the Date! Details to come.
URL:https://greatlakes.cc/event/glc-pastor-spouse-fall-retreat/
LOCATION:Maumee Bay Lodge and Conference Center\, 1750 State Park Rd #2\, Oregon\, OH\, 43616
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