The history and meaning of the word serendipity is an interesting one. Oxford dictionary defines serendipity as “the occurrence and development of events by chance in a happy or beneficial way.” But was it only by chance that you and I are part of the Church of God today? We each have a story of how we ended up being part of the Church and that story is continuing to be written today. God has been instrumental in the way our story has unfolded since our life began and He has a plan and desire for our future to be glorious.

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.