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Save the Date: Greater Detroit District Hybrid Conference

Friday, November 20, 2026

Mark your calendars for the Greater Detroit District Hybrid Conference! As our newly expanded district continues to grow and connect, this gathering offers an opportunity to come together in fellowship, collaboration, and shared ministry. Join us in person or remotely as we celebrate the ministries across our district, conduct important district business, including approval of the budget, and share in music and worship.

With so many churches and communities now part of the Greater Detroit District, this is an opportunity you won’t want to miss! Save the date and plan to join us. More details, including the schedule, location, and participation information, will be shared in the coming weeks.

Get to Know the United Methodist Union

The United Methodist Union partners with congregations and ministry organizations in the Greater Detroit District, providing resources, financial support, and strategic guidance that help churches strengthen their ministries and serve their communities more effectively. Through loans, grants, property consultation, and collaborative partnerships, UMU helps turn ministry visions into reality.

Click the button below to learn more about the United Methodist Union and discover resources available to your congregation.

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