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Last month, our community explored Sabbath in all its forms through rest, imagination, reflection, release, feasting, an...
05/26/2026

Last month, our community explored Sabbath in all its forms through rest, imagination, reflection, release, feasting, and play.

During our Sabbath retreat, we spent intentional time unplugging from distraction and reconnecting with God, ourselves, and one another. Together, we practiced rhythms of stillness through scripture reading, prayer, silence, reflection, and communal rest.

Ny’Ea guided us through beautiful movement-based practices centered around release, embodiment, and making space for God to meet us gently and honestly. Her leadership helped create a space where people could slow down, breathe deeply, and reconnect with their bodies and spirits.

We also had the gift of learning from Rev. Denise Posie, who led us in conversation around discerning God’s voice and our call through Sabbath rest. Her wisdom, honesty, and care challenged us to think more deeply about rest not as escape, but as sacred practice.

Throughout the month, we reflected on Sabbath as both “Rest & Imagination” and “Feasting & Play” reminding ourselves that rest is not simply stopping work, but making room for delight, joy, presence, and renewal.

During this month, we had so many moments of fun and play. We practiced intentionally slowing down, laughing, sharing meals, being creative, and simply being together. Those moments reminded us that joy, community, and presence are also sacred parts of Sabbath.

One of the invitations of the retreat was to disconnect from constant noise and digital distraction as much as possible. In doing so, many of us found clarity, peace, creativity, and a deeper awareness of God’s presence.

We’re deeply grateful for everyone who shared space, stories, questions, movement, laughter, meals, and rest with us this month 🤍

We wrapped up February with an impactful trip to Washington, D.C., centered around faith, justice, and community.We spen...
05/04/2026

We wrapped up February with an impactful trip to Washington, D.C., centered around faith, justice, and community.
We spent time in the National Museum of African American History and Culture, where we engaged the history of our people and reflected on how lament connects to truth-telling, justice, and resilience.
Throughout the trip, we had space for honest conversations about faith, doubt, and what it looks like to follow God in real life. Through group discussions, we were reminded that it is okay to wrestle, ask questions, and hold different perspectives while still staying rooted in faith.
We also met with Reverend Kip, who shared how his church actively serves the community through outreach, food programs, and youth initiatives. His perspective challenged us to think about how faith and justice come together in real, tangible ways, and reminded us that lasting change starts with the heart.
A highlight of the trip was spending intentional time with Reverend Dr. Joy,and her husband, Brian and their little niece, Josie. We shared meals, played games, laughed, and had meaningful conversations about what it looks like to experience rest, joy, and community while still holding space for lament.
We ended the trip at Alfred Street Baptist Church for their Black History Month celebration, where we experienced a powerful service that honored Black history through music, dance, and storytelling.
This trip wasn’t just about what we learned, but how we experienced it together. From deep reflection to moments of joy, we were reminded that this work is meant to be carried in community.
Grateful for this experience and everything it continues to shape in us.

Join us next Tuesday, January 27th for an info session where you’ll learn about our program and the opportunities we’re ...
01/21/2026

Join us next Tuesday, January 27th for an info session where you’ll learn about our program and the opportunities we’re creating for young leaders across Detroit.

This is a space to hear our vision, ask thoughtful questions, and explore how you can grow as a young adult in Christ, spiritually, creatively, and in community!

We did it, Detroit! 🏃🏾‍♀️‍➡️🕺🏻On a rainy Sunday morning, our Cohort Detroit runners laced up and hit the streets for thi...
10/28/2025

We did it, Detroit! 🏃🏾‍♀️‍➡️🕺🏻

On a rainy Sunday morning, our Cohort Detroit runners laced up and hit the streets for this year’s Free Press Marathon! Despite the rain, our runners finished strong!! Together, we raised over 100% of our goal for this year’s Detroit Free Press Marathon fundraiser!

Huge shoutout to our relay runners, half-marathoners, and especially our alum Olivia Lee, who completed the full marathon! 💪

We would like to give a big thank you to all of you for your continued support ❤️ Your generosity makes it possible for us to continue to help grow the next generation of young leaders across the city! Every dollar raised goes directly to support young adults leading with faith, creativity, and courage in our neighborhoods. We couldn’t do this without you!

Our cohort had such a wonderful time at this year’s Fall Opening Retreat! We spent the weekend exploring what it means t...
10/06/2025

Our cohort had such a wonderful time at this year’s Fall Opening Retreat! We spent the weekend exploring what it means to belong in God’s love, and it was truly a beautiful experience.

We kicked things off with pizza, check-ins, and getting settled into our home for the weekend. Our first session invited everyone to share a personal story that shaped who they are today, helping us see and understand each other more deeply.

A highlight was a teamwork challenge where we had to lower a PVC pipe to the ground using just one finger—without losing contact! It turned into a lesson on patience, communication, and slowing down. Just like with God, when we rush the process, we miss what’s unfolding right in front of us.

We also had a powerful session on Dignity, guided by This Here Flesh by Cole Arthur Riley. We reflected on how dignity isn’t earned or given—it’s something we already have as people made in God’s image. Our conversations were honest and vulnerable as we explored how our stories, failures, and communities shape our sense of worth.

Outside of our sessions, everyone spent a lot of time enjoying nature. Some people went on runs, others swam, and we even had a peaceful morning stretch session to start the day. After that, we cooked together and made an amazing taco spread and pancake breakfast. We ended our last night around a bonfire under the stars—laughing, sharing stories, and just being present with one another.

It was such a fun and meaningful weekend, and you could feel how much more connected and excited everyone felt for the year ahead!

We’re back!This September brought the beginning of a brand new cohort. We kicked things off with our alumni BBQ, where a...
09/26/2025

We’re back!
This September brought the beginning of a brand new cohort. We kicked things off with our alumni BBQ, where alumni and staff had the chance to fellowship and welcome in our new participants.

It was the perfect way to start our 10-month journey together because we dove right into what it means to truly belong in God’s love. In our first few sessions, we spent time exploring what we need as a group and what lies ahead over the next 10 months. We also laid the foundation for our community’s “river banks,” where we’ll support one another and grow in our shared journey.
But what stands out most is the laughter, joy, and openness this group brings. We are filled with excitement and anticipation for the months ahead!

Here’s to a year full of fun, growth, and deepening connection!!

It’s that time again folks! We are officially one month away from our  biggest fundraiser of the year. On October 19th, ...
09/21/2025

It’s that time again folks!

We are officially one month away from our biggest fundraiser of the year. On October 19th, we are running the Detroit Free Press Marathon to support young leaders serving all over the city. Your support will impact young adults navigating in challenging spaces, seeking justice, and showing God’s love in Detroit. 100% of your gift will support local leaders serving through Cohort Detroit.

Last year, the funds we raised allowed us to increase in all the ways we serve around the city. We added on our new arts initiative called the 126 project, increased our church outreach, and allowed more space for bigger learning intensives and events!

This year we are seeking to raise $10,000 to support Cohort’s impact in Detroit. Your support and donations go directly to local young adult leaders who serve within our communities.
We included some pics of last year’s race, and some of the cool things we’ve done through the year!

In June, we wrapped up our cohort journey surrounded by so much love and joy ❤️In our last session, we sat together and ...
08/13/2025

In June, we wrapped up our cohort journey surrounded by so much love and joy ❤️

In our last session, we sat together and mapped out the moments from this past year that shaped us the most. This included powerful readings to deep learning intensives, to key moments spent visiting ministry partners. By the end, we had a river on paper that told the story of our entire 10-month journey.

Our graduation ceremony brought together friends, family, and community to share stories, speak affirmations, and celebrate all the ways God has been moving in and through us during this season.

For our final retreat, we cooked, laughed, ate and reflected on where God might be leading us next by reading and affirming our prophetic imagination projects!

It’s been a rich, challenging, and beautiful year with our 24–25 cohort. We’re deeply grateful for the chance to learn, grow, and walk alongside one another, and we are excited for the work the God is doing in all of us!

Until next time 24-25✌🏾❤️

Recap p. 2! In May, we explored what it means to have ‘prophetic imagination.’ During our time together, we focused on t...
06/26/2025

Recap p. 2!

In May, we explored what it means to have ‘prophetic imagination.’ During our time together, we focused on the prophets and how they called for repentance, advocated for justice, and pointed God’s people towards hope and restoration. They did this by communicating creatively and resisting dominant narratives rampant within the communities they were apart of. Prophetic imagination means to imagine the ways that you’re being uniquely called to do the Lord’s work within your own community.

Our participants got to enjoy 2 events that really brought this learning home. They got to take a tour of Church of the Messiah, where they got an amazing look at all of the work the church was doing within the community. Then, we got to join our friends at the 126 project for Art Night! There, we were able to spend time painting and reflecting on what God’s promises were over our lives.

This month was about leaning into God’s desire for us and how we can contribute to his plan for restoration in our communities. It was so wonderful being able to see our participants dive into all the ways we could use prophetic imagination.

RECAP TIME! We’ve had a packed spring over here at Cohort Detroit! In March and April we had an amazing time closing out...
06/23/2025

RECAP TIME!

We’ve had a packed spring over here at Cohort Detroit! In March and April we had an amazing time closing out our Justice theme and then exploring what it means to sabbath. Special thanks to Reverend Denise and our friends at Arc of Justice for blessing up with so much great conversation and wisdom during our time together.

During the Arc of Justice tour, we toured several historical landmarks around Detroit that revealed a legacy of resilience, resistance and hope for its citizens. Afterwards, we got to spend time talking to our guides and hear how they navigate racism within church spaces. It was a great time to think, reflect, and enjoy fellowshipping together.

In April, we dove into everything sabbath. This covered sabbath as rest, feasting and play. We learned about what it means to rest well in the Lord despite our busy schedules. We got to bring all this together at our Sabbath retreat! We had a fun improv session lead by Justin D, played games, feasted, and an amazing session with Reverend Denise. All in all, we had a wonderful time❤️

Keep on the look out for our May/June recap coming soon!

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