Resources
for CongregationsRetreat Centers
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Amigo Centre: Pastors are invited to spend time in retreat at Amigo Centre, Sturgis, MI, using the walking trails and the Nature and Activities centers. Amigo offers a reduced price per night for the room for a pastor (no extra charge for spouse); meal costs are discounted if meals are already being served. Call (269) 651-2811 or email info@amigocentre.org.
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The Hermitage: The Hermitage, Three Rivers, MI, offers 62 acres of rolling hills as a place of retreat, as well as resources for spiritual direction. Guest rooms and cabins are available.
Leadership Training and Development
Congregational Resources
- Congregational Resource Guide from the Center for Congregations
- Christian Formation Resources-Living in the Word
- Congregational Coaches
Staffing Resources
Conference provides resources and staffing to help congregations fulfill their mission:
- Guidance to find qualified pastoral candidates and training opportunities for current leaders
- A community of peers, connecting regularly to dream, pray, and discern
- Access to staff, specialized teams, and other resources not otherwise available to most churches
Ministerial Resources
Worship Resources
- Advent/Lent Planners (AMBS): These annual events take place in fall (for Advent) and winter (for Lent) and are based on the worship resources published in Leader Magazine. More information and upcoming dates can be found at AMBS Church Leadership Center workshops.
- MennoMedia
Peace Resources
Financial Resources
- Matching Capital Grants for Churches
- Pastoral Family Assistance Program
- Non-Profit Discounts on Tech
- Insurance for church staff
- Streamlined donations process for congregations (send the contribution receipt with one check to the IMMC office, which then distributes the contribution to all recipients).