06/27/2026
Dear Pastors, Churches, Delegates, and Friends,
Grace and peace to you!
On behalf of the Union Missionary Baptist District Association (UMBDA), you are warmly invited to attend our 2026 Annual Session, hosted by Mt. Haven Missionary Baptist Church, under the leadership of Rev. Michael D. Small, Moderator and Host Pastor.
Dates:Monday, July 27 – Thursday, July 30, 2026
Location: Mt. Haven Missionary Baptist Church
3484 Martin Luther King Jr. Drive
Cleveland, Ohio 44104
This year's Annual Session promises to be an inspiring week of biblical instruction, fellowship, worship, and spiritual growth. Whether you are a pastor, minister, church leader, delegate, or member, there is something for everyone.
Morning Classes
9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
* Foundation of Christian Ethics – Pastor Ivory K. Jones, III.
* Theology and History of Christianity – Pastor Wayne Cox
* How to Get the Youth Back to Church – Pastor Curtis L. Johnson, Jr.
Afternoon Lecture
1:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Lecturer: Pastor Michael Fletcher
Evening Classes
4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Christian Evangelism – Pastor Vincent Drake
* Theology and History of Christianity – Pastor Wayne Cox
* How to Get the Youth Back to Church – Pastor Curtis L. Johnson, Jr.
**Youth Classes will also be available**, providing engaging opportunities for our young people to learn and grow in their faith.
Our association remains committed Restoring L.U.S.T.E.R. as a United C.A.U.S.E."
We encourage every church to send its delegates and members to participate in this exciting week of learning, fellowship, and kingdom building. Together, we will strengthen our churches, equip believers, and continue advancing God's Kingdom.
We look forward to worshiping, learning, and growing with you during this year's Annual Session.
May God richly bless you, and we hope to see you there!
In Christian Service,
Union Missionary Baptist District Association
Rev. Michael D. Small, Moderator
Mt. Haven Missionary Baptist Church – Host Church
