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Thursday, Oct. 16


  • Location: Westin Hotel & The Garden Theater (Detroit)
  • Registration: 12:00 PM – 4:30 PM at Westin Hotel
  • Transportation:
    • Charter buses depart Westin at 5:00 PM sharp for the Garden Theater
    • Main Event: Pre-Conference Concert 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM featuring Tasha Page-Lockhart, Pam & Dodi, and Comedian Crystal P
  • Day Ends: ~8:30 PM

Friday, Oct. 17

  • Location: John Wesley A.M.E. Zion Church 
  • Transportation:
    • Morning shuttle runs 8:30 AM – 10:00 AM (every 30 min from hotel → church)
    • Evening shuttle runs 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM (every 30 min church → hotel)
  • 10:00AM - 6:00PM - Sessions w/ Bishop Gregory Ingram, Rev. Dr. Jessica Ingram, Bishop George Crenshaw, Rev. Dr. David Williams, & Rev. Darrell Williams
  • Meals
    • Registration & Breakfast: 8:30 AM – 10:00 AM
    • Lunch: 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
  • Day Ends: ~6:00 PM

Saturday, Oct. 18

Location: John Wesley A.M.E. Zion Church 
  • Transportation:
    • Morning shuttle runs 8:30 AM – 10:00 AM (every 30 min from hotel → church)
    • No evening shuttle – conference concludes early
  • 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM - Sessions w/ Rev. Dr. Dominique Robinson & Rev. Joelyn Stokes
  • 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM: Worship & Sending Service (Preacher: Bishop George Crenshaw)
  • Meals:
    • Breakfast: 8:30 AM – 10:00 AM
    • To-Go Lunch: 1:00 PM (pickup after service)
  • Day Ends: ~2:00 PM

The atmosphere of the Refresh Conference is relaxed and welcoming. Attire is casual to business casual throughout the weekend. We encourage participants to dress comfortably and appropriately for worship, learning, and fellowship—no formal wear required. Come as you are, ready to connect, grow, and be refreshed!

Suggested Attire

Conference registration and packet pickup will be available at the following times:

Thursday, October 16 – 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM at the Westin Hotel
Friday, October 17 – 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM at John Wesley A.M.E. Zion Church (JWC)

You may register onsite or collect your registration materials during these times.

Registration Hours

We are so glad you are here!

- Host Team

Meet the Presenters

Rev. Dr. Jessica Ingram

Retired Missionary Supervisor - AME Church
Internationally celebrated preacher, author, and spiritual director, Rev. Dr. Jessica Kendall Ingram inspires transformation, healing, and leadership empowerment.
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Bishop Gregory Ingram

Retired Bishop - AME Church
Bishop Gregory G.M. Ingram, retired AME Bishop, renowned preacher, author, and leader, advancing holistic ministry through stewardship, education, and growth.
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Bishop George D. Crenshaw

North Eastern Episcopal District - A.M.E. Zion Church
Bishop George Crenshaw, 103rd AME Zion bishop, renowned for leadership, teaching, and advocacy, inspires lives across church and community.
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Rev. Darrell Williams

Executive Director of Zion Benefits Services
Rev. Darrell Williams, Presiding Elder and Zion Benefits Services Director, blends ministry, leadership, and financial expertise with global service.
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Rev. Joelynn Stokes, Esq.

Director of Social Action - 4th Episcopal District | AME Church
Ordained Elder, attorney, community leader, and preacher, Rev. Joelynn Stokes blends law, ministry, and service to transform lives.
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Rev. Dr. David A. Williams

Coordinator of Small Group Discipleship - Church Growth & Development | AME Zion Church
Rev. David A. Williams, pastor, preacher, musician, and podcaster, inspires purpose through ministry, music, teaching, and community leadership.
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Rev. Dr. Dominique A. Robinson

Grant Manager, The AME Zion Compelling Preaching Initiative
Rev. Dr. Dominique A. Robinson: pioneering AME Zion preacher, professor, and scholar bridging digital preaching, womanist theology, and mental health in Black communities.
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Our Menu for the Weekend

Meals are included with registration

Oct. 17
Breakfast
New Orleans style Sausage and Grits (no seafood), Egg Bites, pork sausage, turkey bacon, French Toast, Breakfast Potatoes ,Coffee/Tea, Juice
Oct. 17
Lunch
Pasta (Bow Tie, Rigatoni/Pene), Sauces (Alfredo, Pesto, Marinara), Meats (Chicken, meatballs), Garlic Bread, and Butter Garden Salad, Iced Tea
Oct. 18
Breakfast
Oatmeal Bar, Egg Bites, pork sausage, turkey bacon, Waffles, Breakfast Potatoes, Coffee/Tea, Juice
Oct. 18
Lunch
Box Lunches that include Signature Sandwiches or Wraps, Cookies, and Chips

EXPLORE DETROIT

HOSPITALS

  1. COREWELL HEALTH WILLIAM BEAUMONT HOSPITAL: 3601 W 13 MILE RD, ROYAL OAK, MI 48073 
  2. DMC SANAI GRACE: 6071 W OUTER DR, DETROIT, MI 48235
  3.  COREWELL HEALTH FARMINGTON HILLS: 28050 GRAND RIVER AVE, FARMINGTON HILLS, MI 48336

RESTURANT SUGGESTIONS

1. Fixins Soul Kitchen Detroit
2. Lillie Mae's Southern Buffet
3. Just Baked Cafe  & Bakeshop
4. Crispelli's Bakery & Pizzeria
5. Joe Louis Southern Kitchen
6. Kuzzon Chicken & Waffle
7. Buddy's Pizza
8. Good Cakes & Bakes
9. Salt + Ko
10. BLVD Southfield

PLACES TO GO

  1. Charles H. Wright African American Museum
  2. Motown Museum
  3. Cliff Bells: Live Jazz & Dinner
  4. Aretha's Jazz Cafe
  5. Detroit Princess Riverboat Cruise
  6. Campus Maritus Park (Walk)
  7. Eastern Market (Food, Fresh, Flower Market)
  8. Detroit House of Comedy
  9. The Yard Games Bar, Games, Food

Thank You to Our Sponsors

Thank you to our generous sponsors for helping make the 2025 Refresh Conference possible. Your partnership empowers us to equip and refresh leaders who are changing lives and strengthening the church.