We live today in an increased time of rapid technological advancements and innovation. Every year that goes by, computers get faster, high-speed internet is in more homes, and advancements in medicine are made. With all the technological advancements, it seems impossible that a "famine of the hearing of the word" (Amos 8:11) could ever happen. But this event is prophesied to occur. We have a divine, scriptural commission to preach the good news of God's Kingdom to as many people as we are able. But this message is unpopular in society, even among Christian denominations. With all of today's interconnectivity also comes the opportunity for our work of preaching the gospel to be more easily censored.

Mike Phelps

Pastor, United Church of God

Michael Phelps and his wife Laura, and daughter Kelsey, attend the Ann Arbor, Detroit, and Flint Michigan congregations, where Michael serves as pastor.  Michael and Laura both grew up in the Church of God.  They attended Ambassador University in Big Sandy for two years (1994-96) then returned home to complete their Bachelor's Degrees.  Michael enjoys serving in the local congregations as well as with the pre-teen and teen camp programs.  He also enjoys spending time with his family, gardening, and running.