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GDD UMW Mission Workshop

   Human Trafficking: What YOU Don’t Know and What You Should Know   Saturday, March 13, 2021 ~ 10:00 AM Speaker:  Jessica B. Marcetti, Manager, Volunteer Resources, Vista Maria “United Methodist Women stands against the exploitation of those forced to submit to civil injustice as a result of their basic needs or position in society. As… Continue Reading GDD UMW Mission Workshop

Revitalization Resources

Have you seen the resource Rev. Gary Step, Assoc. Director of Congregational Vibrancy, has assembled to support your efforts to revitalize your church setting?  If not, check them out here (link).  There is something for everyone, topics include: CONFERENCE ADMINISTRATION Benefits Health Plans Retirement Plans Welfare Plans Wellness Initiatives Benefits Ministry Shares Finance/Treasury Contact Database… Continue Reading Revitalization Resources

The Church and Covid-19

Covid and the Church

Reflection by Rev. Dr. Charles Boayue, Jr. Greater Detroit District Superintendent July 1, 2020 – Back in February 2020, I was busy like most of you with the routines of ministry and my life:

Online Ministry and Your Protection Policy

Policy Protection Review

As we are have increased online ministry due to the COVID-19 pandemic, this is an important time to make sure

GDD Social Media News

The Marketing & Communications Ministry is the official communication arm of the Greater Detroit District.  We follow the same content submission guidelines as the Michigan Area Conference of The United Methodist Church.  District News—website, eNewsletter and social media—exist to share information on behalf of the conference and district in support of equipping local churches for… Continue Reading GDD Social Media News