Michigan Conference — The United Methodist Church

GREATER DETROIT DISTRICT

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UPCOMING EVENTS:

SIGN UP NOW! HANDS WITH DETROIT
Hands with Detroit at Cass Community Social Services in on Saturday, May 3! This incredible day of mission and service is a chance to make a meaningful impact in the city of Detroit. Gather your youth groups, family, and friends and mark your calendars now! Registration is now open—don’t miss this opportunity to serve, connect, and change lives together.

Let’s put our faith into action and make a difference! Click here for more information and to sign up.

REGISTER FOR THE 2025 GOLF OUTING!
The 2nd Annual Greater Detroit District UMC Golf Outing is happening Saturday, July 19, at Gateway Golf & Country Club in Romulus, Michigan, and we invite you or your church to become a sponsor. Your sponsorship will directly support Samaritas’ affordable housing efforts and the Baldwin Center Pontiac, providing vital resources to families and youth in need. Click here for more information.

DISTRICT NEWS:

Advocacy Day – Another Adventure in Connectionism

It was dark and cold, but a group of women gathered in the parking lot of Hope UMC to start the trip to Lansing. First, we were greeted warmly by Contreda Jewel who provided pastries and fruit on the way to get coffee. But, before we departed, Rev. Dr. Totty,...

District Admin’s Corner

Important Messages from Dwanda Hayton, Executive Administrative Assistant, Greater Detroit District, UMC Schedule Your One-to-One Clergy One-to-One Conversations If you haven’t scheduled your annual 1 to1 meeting, please call Dwanda Hayton to schedule your appointment. Appointments are reserved on a first-come, first-served basis. Dwanda will confirm the appointment time within...

Hands with Detroit 2025

Hands with Detroit Mission Day is Here! Join us for our annual Hands with Detroit mission day on Saturday, May 3, at Cass Community Social Services (3901 Cass Ave, Detroit, MI 48201). Choose from two shifts: Morning Shift: 9 am – 12 pm Afternoon Shift: 1 pm – 4 pm Both shifts are open to ages 10...