* IMMC has a new ministry relationship in Flint, Michigan. Lynette Hartzman was recently credentialed for ministry as founder and director of Shammah Outreach and B Light Restoration Center. Sharon Yoder and Ministry Credentialing Team members Suella Gerber and Dave Janzen were deeply touched by a visit on November 1, where we heard stories about individuals finding God’s love and restoration in an abandoned building that is also being restored.

* International Bethel City Church, in northeast Detroit,will be presented to delegates as a potential member congregation at Spring Summit in March 2026. Pastor Simon and Sister Lucy Muange hosted Sharon Yoder and Ministry Credentialing Team members Suella Gerber and Dave Janzen for meaningful worship, delicious food, and warm fellowship on Saturday afternoon, November 1.

* Pastor Gathering was hosted by Leadership Enhancement Team at Amigo Centre this week. Twenty pastors joined the retreat, bringing good energy to times of fellowship, worship, and leadership development conversations. Pastors enjoyed the conversations with their peers as well as time for rest and personal renewal.