Faith, religion, and spirituality in Hartland, Michigan is the focus of topics in this category.
Although these words are frequently used interchangeably, they are not actually synonymous terms.
Faith is a reference to the belief and trust in a higher power, even without proof. Hebrews 11:1, in the Christian Bible, says that "faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen."
Religion, on the other hand, refers to a system of belief about a deity. Often, religions include various rituals, doctrines, a code of ethics, a philosophy of life, and a worldview.
Spirituality is what brings purpose and meaning to life. It is a more difficult concept to define and, as a consequence, different people may have contrasting definitions.
While it is possible, and even common, for a person to have one without the others, many believe that fulfillment comes when faith, religion, and spirituality are integrated. As an example, a person might be persuaded to believe in a god, and therefore have faith. Depending on what it is that a person believes about the god, like-minded people often come together in religion and are strengthened in their faith through common religious traditions, spiritual methods, and faith tenets. Consequently, they can be said to have both faith and religion. While, many people who believe in a god, and have come together with others to be part of a religion, nevertheless do not feel fulfilled. They believe in a god, attend religious services, and take part in the rituals, but it doesn't mean very much in their lives. This is because they lack spirituality.
When the faith is true, and the religion emphasizes the truthfulness of the person's belief in their god, spirituality is often the level that believers reach for.
While faith, religion, and spirituality are not synonymous terms, the well-rounded believer may possess all three of them.
For the purpose of categorization here, online resources focused on matters of faith, religion, or spirituality in Hartland, Michigan are appropriate topics. Websites representing religious ministries or places of worship in Hartland may be listed in this category.
Of those Hartland residents who cited an affiliation with a particular religion in a recent survey, the majority of them were Catholics, who were followed distantly by the Lutherans, Presbyterians, Methodists, Pentecostals, Baptists, Mormons, Episcopalians, or associated with other denominations or non-denominational churches. Non-Christian religions were not significantly referenced among Hartland residents in this survey. However, resources pertaining to any religion, denomination, or sect in Hartland would be appropriate for this category.
 
 
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Affiliated with the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ECLA), the congregation meets on Sunday mornings at its facilities on West Highland Road in Hartland, Michigan. Directions, office hours, contacts, announcements, and a calendar of programs and events are posted on the church's website, with an overview of its congregational and outreach ministries, youth camp, Vacation Bible School, and confirmation classes. Also included is a church bulletin newsletter, and devotions.
https://www.myallsaints.com/
The non-denominational, independent Christian congregation meets at its facilities on Hartland Road in Hartland, Michigan on Sunday mornings, and services may also be viewed through live-streaming. A schedule of upcoming events is posted on the site, along with directions, an introduction to the church's pastors, and its supported missionaries are acknowledged, along with volunteer opportunities. Links to online Bible study resources, mission agencies, and ministries.
https://www.fbhartland.org/
Associated with the Church of the Nazarene, the congregation conducts weekly services on Wednesday evenings and Bible study on Sunday mornings. An introduction to the church is presented for those who may be attending for the first time, including membership information, schedules, and contacts, as well as an introduction to the pastor and his family. The core values of the Nazarene Church are stated and described as being Christian, Holiness, and Missional.
https://www.hartlandcommunitychapel.org/
Hartland United Methodist Church
The UMC congregation meets at its facilities on Maple Road in Hartland, Michigan. Its origins go back to 1854, and construction on its current church building began in 1859. Its history is outlined, and a statement of beliefs, vision, strategies, and values are noted. Audio archives of Hartland UMC's sermon series are posted, along with a map and directions, an introduction to the church, announcements, and an outline of its ministries. Prayer requests may be submitted to the site.
http://hartlandumc.org/
Our Savior Evangelical Lutheran Church & School
The Hartland, Michigan congregation is a Confessional, Liturgical congregation of the Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod. Meeting at its facilities on West Highland Road, the church's program schedules are posted on its site, and its Lutheran School is introduced, with admission policies and downloadable forms and documents. The church's stewardship programs, youth ministries, and order of worship are included. Its leadership staff is introduced, and a contact form is available.
https://www.oursaviorhartland.org/
VBC is an independent, fundamental Baptist congregation that uses the King James Version of the Bible exclusively. Situated on Washington Street in Hartland, Michigan, its location is shown on a map. An overview of its ministries is featured, including its adult Sunday school program, youth and children's ministries, nursery program, and educational programs, as well as its community outreach programs, radio ministries, and a calendar of programs and events. Contacts are posted.
http://www.vbchartland.org/