Outreach & Advocacy

OUTREACH & ADVOCACY WORK AREAS

Outreach & Advocacy seeks not only to meet immediate needs, but, also, to foster mutual relationships where all participants are met with dignity, engaged in shared leadership, and growing together in God’s love. It is a challenge for all of us to prioritize people over programs, relationships over resources, and development of long-term solutions over quick fixes.

Learning, Giving, and Acting in 2026

Covenant Relationship with Haitian Assets for Peace International

UM Committee on Relief Sunday offering and disaster appeals

Heifer Project International support

United Campus Christian Fellowship lunch for students

Michigan Conference Advocacy Day

Inner City Christian Federation Community Homes volunteering

Together West Michigan community organizing

Visit and support of detainees and families affected by deportations through Hope for Neighbors

Easter, Thanksgiving, and Christmas special offerings for United Methodist Community House, and Clark Home Foundation.

Thanksgiving Food Ingathering for South End Community Outreach Ministries, North End Community Ministries, and At Tahweed Islamic Center.

To learn, give, and act contact Kip Smalligan at kipsmalligan@gmail.com