2026 CONFERENCE - Registration

Breakout Session Descriptions:

SACRED LISTENING: A REVIEW PROCESS FOR EFFECTIVE LEADERSHIP with Debra Williams (2CEU/Admin):

A healthy spiritual community grows through reflection, accountability, and compassionate feedback. A 360° review process offers a thoughtfuland holistic way to support ministerial leadership by gathering insights from the Board of Trustees, Licensed Teachers, staff, ministry team leaders, the ministers themselves

More than an evaluation, this process is an opportunity for growth, renewal, and deeper alignment with the spiritual community’s mission and values. Through feedback and guided reflection, the review helps celebrate strengths and identify opportunities for growth and development.

Grounded in respect, transparency, and shared purpose, a 360° review fosters healthier communication, encourages authentic leadership, and supports clergy in serving with greater clarity, balance, and effectiveness.

This process is not appropriate for every context nor every church or center. It works best when a healthy level of trust and respect is already established.

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SPIRITUALITY, SCIENCE* AND ITS IMPACT ON HEALING: EVERYTHING OLD IS NEW AGAIN with Ric Schumacher:

Heraclitus the Greek pre-Socratic philosopher from the city of Ephesus wrote “Those Who Love Wisdom Must Investigate Many Things”. Many things can contribute to healing, and many approaches to healing both ancient and modern exist. In this presentation three interrelated concepts will point to a twenty-first century approach to healing. Spiritual healing is our rich heritage and the foundation upon which we build a deeper understanding of the harmony that exists among medical science, quantum physics and consciousness studies. In the session you will have opportunities to practice techniques to increase creativity, relax and reach a calm state in as little as five minutes, fall asleep faster and increase the effectiveness of your meditation. The presentation is designed to meet the needs of active credentialed leaders, ministers, spiritual leaders, as well as retired ministers seeking to advance their knowledge of healing practices. Ministry board members and other laity will find information to expand their spiritual practice.

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STORIES FROM THE FIELD: YFM ACROSS OUR REGION with Cassidy Meeks, UGLR YFM Coordinator

What does Youth & Family Ministry actually look like on the ground in 2026? In this breakout, leaders from across the Great Lakes Region share what's working, what's shifting, and what they're learning as they minister to today's children, teens, and families.

Part storytelling, part peer learning—you'll leave with fresh ideas, practical takeaways, and renewed connection to the colleagues doing this work alongside you.

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MAKING MEANINGFUL MUSIC - SONGWRITING FOR EVERYONE with David Roth:

Whether you’ve never tried songwriting before, whether you tried it a lot (like me), or anything in between, let’s dabble together in this all-levels "break-in” session. For me it’s an endless pursuit of putting something beautiful into a thirsty world, and we gather this afternoon to carve out that time to be songwriters together. Bring something to write with and carry what’s on your mind and in your heart with you. We’ll go from there. www.davidrothmusic.com

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PROGRAMMING & CEU OPTIONS

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I will attend the following Breakout Session - Tuesday September 22 from 2-4PM

I will not attend any breakout session SACRED LISTENING: A REVIEW PROCESS FOR EFFECTIVE LEADERSHIP with Rev. Debra Williams (2 CEUs/Admin) SPIRITUALITY, SCIENCE* AND ITS IMPACT ON HEALING: EVERYTHING OLD IS NEW AGAIN with Rev. Ric Schumacher STORIES FROM THE FIELD: YFM ACROSS OUR REGION with Cassidy Meeks, YFM Coordinator MAKING MEANINGFUL MUSIC - SONGWRITING FOR EVERYONE with David Roth

WAIVERS

UGLR offers two waiver opportunities. Waivers do not cover dinners or luncheons. A love offering is warmly appreciated for all waived registrations (use box below).To use one of these waivers complete the questions below and choose the appropriate option in the payment drop down.

1. New Leader: To encourage regional participation, UGLR will waive the basic conference registration fee, on a one-time basis, for credentialed and non credentialed leaders who meet the following qualifications.

- Are new to the Unity Great Lakes Region

- Meet (and check) one of the categories listed in the qualifying question below

This waiver must be used within 24 months of licensing or entering the region (Urban Ministry School students must apply it in their fourth year).

I qualify for New Leader Registration Waiver (select one if applicable) New to Region — 4th Year Urban Ministry School Student New to Region — Licensed or Ordained Minister New to Region — Spiritual Leader under Special Dispensation New to Region — Newly Licensed LUT New to Region — Newly Licensed Certified Spiritual Educator

2. Ministry Partner Waiver: This waiver is awarded for one registration to ministries who have tithed $500 or more in the year 2025 to UGLR. Ministries that meet this qualification will receive an email letter.

I qualify for the Ministry Partner Conference Registration Waiver (enter the name of your ministry)

REGISTRATION FEES

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Meal Tickets

Full conference registration includes the Tuesday evening banquet. Additional meal tickets are available for purchase below. Select $0 if you are not purchasing.

Monday Dinner (registered attendees only)

Tuesday LUT Luncheon (open to all)

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Interested in becoming a Sponsor for the 2026 UGLR Conference? For details please visit here: https://glr.breezechms.com/form/Conference-Sponsorship-2026 Individual, Minstry and Organizations are welcome to become sponsors.

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REFUND POLICY
Registrations cancelled within 30 days of the Annual Unity Great Lakes Regional Conference will be refunded at 80% of the registration fee. A 20% processing fee will be retained by the Region.

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