Mankind has always been in the search for leaders to follow. While God desires that each of us follow Him first and foremost, He has provided leaders for His people and given leadership principles throughout His word. The book of Nehemiah records the action-packed account of God working through Nehemiah to rebuild the walls around the city of Jerusalem. Throughout the account, Nehemiah turned to God and involved Him constantly in all that He did. We also have recorded in the book many Godly leadership traits that Nehemiah displayed in the way that he worked with people and performed God's will. These traits apply to those in positions of leadership as well as any that are serving their families, communities, and congregations.

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.