Newsletter: MARCH 2026

Revitalization Mini Conference This Saturday!

We are thrilled that 32 people have signed up for our first Revitalization Mini Conference in the Pleasant Prairie cluster on Saturday at Wellsburg Reformed Church.  Representatives from Bethel, Bristow, Dumont, First Aplington, Trinity Allison, Wellsburg and Washington will all be there.  This mini conference is free of charge to our churches and includes four presenters/facilitators, lunch, snacks and helpful resources for churches navigating what is next.

Registration closes on Wednesday at midnight.  If you want to come, click below.

UMV 2026: Learning and Leading the Way

We are getting excited about our 3rd annual meeting on June 12-13 at Sully First Reformed Church in Sully, Iowa!  Breakout sessions are coming together and old friends and new friends will be joining us.  Hear new Pathways Director David Rylaarsdam speak and meet Alliance Executive Director Greg Alderman.  Our friends from Serge, Coram Deo, Vital Church, Thrive and Chemistry Staffing will be in attendance.  We are also working with a new partner that can help churches with funding building campaigns and other financial needs . . . stay tuned.

All members, pastors, staff and Consistory members are invited.  We have secured a block of rooms at Western Inn & Suites in Grinnell, IA but you need to call by phone to get the rate.  Call 641-236-7888 before June 1st and mention UMV Network to get the special rate of $65 per night!

Registration for the annual meeting will come out soon!

Come to the Alliance's Gathering in Zeeland, MI, August 19-21

Get ready for August 19–21, 2026 at Community Reformed Church in Zeeland, MI, for Engage. Together, we will explore how God calls us to equip disciples to faithfully follow Jesus in a shifting world. Through worship, teaching, and shared learning, we will sharpen our vision, strengthen our practices, and step fully into God’s call of discipleship.

Cost of the event will be $80, with a reduced early bird fee of $60 for all registrations completed on or before April 30. This year we are also offering a day pass for $30. To register for individuals and groups, please click on the button below.

General Schedule: 

Wednesday, August 19: Dinner and the main session will be held at Community Reformed Church, the host and location of the conference.

Thursday, August 20:  The day will include worship, a main session, breakout sessions, lunch, dedicated time to connect, and dinner at Community Reformed Church.

Friday, August 21:  Breakout sessions and a main session will be held, with a grab-and-go lunch provided. The event will conclude at noon.

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