UP WILD CHURCH
2026 Branch Calendars
Marquette (EST)
March
Friday, 3/6 6-8pm: Crafting in Community
Bring a project, share a project, DIY makers space. Candles, twinkle lights and mellow music for a calming atmosphere. St Paul's Church @ 201 E Ridge. St. Marquette
Saturday, 3/7 10:30-2:30pm : Sharing our Stories
You are invited to share your stories. How you came to be part of your faith community? How you experience God’s love in your faith community? Lunch is provided so please RSVP at www.upepiscopal.org. St. Paul's Church 201 E Ridge in Marquette.
Thursday, 3/19 12-1pm: Coffee in Community
Meeting at Caribou Coffee inside Econo Foods. There is a nice gas fireplace area. We will have some questions to wonder & ponder about.
Sunday, 3/29 4-5pm: Wild Church Pine Sunday Service
Since we are abundant in pine trees, we welcome you to our "Pine" Sunday service. We begin with a silent procession in the woods and then offer a reflection around a bonfire. Family friendly. (Also dog friendly) Potluck meal afterwards inside. Bring your own folding chair and dress for the weather. Honalee Retreat Center, 505 E Basswood Ln. Gwinn. Follow yellow wild church signs to destination.
April
Friday, 4/3 6pm: Outdoor Stations of the Cross
A group of us will meet at Holy Cross Cemetery (1400 Wright St.) near the mausoleum to begin walking at 6pm. We will read a reflection at each station- stroller and wheel chair accessible.
Thursday, 4/16 12-1pm: Coffee in Community
Meeting at Caribou Coffee inside Econo Foods. There is a nice gas fireplace area. We will have some questions to wonder & ponder about.
Sunday, 4/26 3:30-5pm: Wild Church Service
Marquette Commons Indoor Farmers Market area, 112 S 3rd St.
*Crafting in Community will resume in the Fall
Keweenaw (EST)
March
Saturday, 3/14 3pm: Nature Prayer Gathering
A Celtic Celebration led by: Pastor Bucky Beach (Ret.)
Meeting at Nara Nature Park:
https://www.visitkeweenaw.com/listing/nara-nature-park
April
Saturday, 4/18 3pm: Nature Prayer Gathering
Meeting at Eagle River Falls Community Center/Museum are. As always go to branch page and contact leader for specific directions.
May
Saturday, 5/16 3pm: Nature Prayer Gathering
Holy Trinity Church in Chassell.
June
Wednesday, 6/17 7pm: Wilderness Walk
Location to be determined
July
Wednesday, 7/15 7pm: Wilderness Walk
Location to be determined
August
Wednesday, 8/12 7pm: Wilderness Walk
Location to be determined
The Bridges (EST)
April
U.P. Wild in Sault Ste. Marie's Free Tree for Youth
Know a person under 18? Do they want to plant a tree this spring?
Trees are native to Michigan (last year we received cedars), and they are delivered mid April. We can make a big difference in the life of the youth and the health of creation all around us esp. in the Soo. Contact Branch Leader Katie to sign up.
Delta County (EST)
March
Palm Sunday, March 29 TBA
Menominee (CST)
Schedule TBA
Paradise (EST)
May-September
TBA: Blessings with Nature & Nature Prayer Gatherings
Wild West (CST)
March
Sunday, 3/22 1pm: Wilderness Walk/Snowshoe
Meet at the gate of Norrie park in Ironwood. Dogs are welcome. Our theme is “Renewal” as we celebrate longer days and warmer temps. 362 W Norrie Park Rd., Ironwood, MI. Call 906-363-2641 for more info or directions.
Munising (EST)
May-September
TBA: Wilderness Walks
WANT TO BE A BRANCH LEADER?
Our annual Leaders Retreat & Training
will take place August 23-25, 2026
at Fortune Lake Camp in Crystal Falls, MI
