The United Methodist Union of Greater Detroit is the missionary organization of the Greater Detroit District of the Michigan Conference of The United Methodist Church.
Committed to strengthening the Church’s witness in Southeast Michigan, the Union partners with congregations and ministry organizations by investing in transformational ministry. Through financial resources, strategic support, and innovative partnerships, the Union helps churches build capacity, revitalize ministry, and deepen their impact in the communities they serve.
SAVE THE DATE: 107th UMU Annual Meeting & Banquet
The Board of Trustees of the United Methodist Union of the Greater Detroit District is delighted to announce the 107th Annual Meeting and Banquet. This event will be held on Thursday, October 22. More information coming soon.
United Methodist Union Executive Director, Rev. Carol Johns
Rev. Carol Johns has served as Executive Director of the United Methodist Union since August 1, 2015. Prior to joining the Union, she served for 19 years as pastor of Orchard United Methodist Church in Farmington Hills. Throughout her ministry, Rev. Johns also served congregations at First United Methodist Church in Owosso, Christ United Methodist Church in Bay City, and First United Methodist Church in Saginaw.
A respected leader within the Michigan Conference, Rev. Johns previously served as Chair of the Detroit Annual Conference Council on Finance and Administration, bringing extensive experience in church leadership, stewardship, and financial oversight. Her decades of pastoral ministry and commitment to strengthening local congregations continue to guide the mission and work of the United Methodist Union.
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