Calendar
March 13 - Mar 15, 2026
IGNITE 2026IGNITE - Exploring Your Call to Ministry
March 23 - Mar 25, 2026
Dakotas Cabinet Meeting Mitchell, SDThe Extended and Appointive Cabinet is meeting March 23-25, 2026 in Mitchell, SD.
April 1, 2026
Merit Scholarship Application DeadlineScholarships are awarded each year to seminary students showing exceptional promise or achievement in preparation for ordained ministry in the United Methodist Church. Applicants are notified of decisions in May. Click here for more information and to fill out an application.
April 3, 2026
Good Friday - Conference Office ClosedMay your faith in God, bring peace to your heart today and always!
April 5, 2026
Easter Sunday - He is RisenHe is Risen Indeed!
April 14 - Apr 15, 2026
Dakotas Cabinet Meeting OnlineThe Dakotas Cabinet is meeting on April 14 & 15, 2026.
April 26 - Apr 28, 2026
Clergywomen’s Retreat - 2026Crafting Prayer: Exploring creative ways to connect with God Come and enjoy the serene surroundings, worship, conversation and company of other United Methodist clergywomen at this year’s retreat
May 12 - May 14, 2026
Dakotas Cabinet Meeting Fargo/ Spirit LakeThe Dakotas Cabinet is meeting on May 12-14, 2026.
May 25, 2026
Memorial Day - Office Closed Remember our Brave Men and Women - God Bless You!Remember those that have Fallen Remember those that Sacrifice Our Brave Men and Women God Bless You!
June 3, 2026
Dakotas Cabinet Meeting Bismarck, NDThe Cabinet is meeting on June 3, 2026 in Bismarck, ND.
June 5 - Jun 7, 2026
Dakotas Annual Conference 2026June 19, 2026
Juneteenth Day - Office Closed"Juneteenth celebrates freedome & justice. It's a reminder that each ofuse deserves to be treated equally and with respect." - Unkown The Dakotas Conference office will be closed.
July 3, 2026
Independence Day - Office ClosedIn observance of the 4th of July - Dakotas Conference office is closed. Happy 4th of July.
August 13 - Aug 16, 2026
605 - SMC Circle of Friends Storm Mountain CenterCircle of Friends is a special camp designed for our uniquely gifted friends age 16 and up, offering a safe and joyful environment where everyone is celebrated as part of God’s family. Ages: Special needs age 16 up to adult
September 7, 2026
Labor Day - Office is closedHave a happy and safe Labor Day! God Bless You!
October 12, 2026
Native American Day - Floating HolidayObserving Native American Day Floating Holiday for Conference Staff.
October 23 - Oct 25, 2026
624 - SMC Relax, Refresh, Renew Storm Mountain CenterJoin us for a weekend apart and a time to relax, refresh and renew your mind and body. During the weekend you’ll find both group time to build Christian community and time apart in the beauty of creation for Sabbath and renewal. Ages: Adult Women
November 6 - Nov 8, 2026
Exploration - Fall 2026November 11, 2026
Veterans Day - Floating HolidayNovember 26 - Nov 27, 2026
Thanksgiving - Conference office is closedThe Dakotas Conference office will be closed November 26-27, 2026 for the Thanksgiving holiday. We wish you a blessed Thanksgiving and give thanks for all your gifts and offerings to the Lord.
