The Congregation

This month, we're excited to roundup for the East Warren Tool Library! You can help support this neat non-profit by rounding up any purchase made at either The Congregation or The Rectory. Learn more about .warrentoollibrary below:

"E. Warren Tool Library (EWTL) is in the heart of Detroit's MorningSide Neighborhood. Our efforts are geared towards empowering communities in Detroit by enhancing access to essential tools for beautification and revitalization projects through an innovative tool library system. This focus complements our several mobile tool units, aimed at supporting neighborhood associations, block clubs, and other small community organizations in their efforts to improve the visual and environmental quality of their neighborhoods."

🚨 Call for vendors is open! 🚨

CREATE Fest 2026 is coming and we want YOU there.

This is a full community celebration featuring art, music, vendors, and resources for all ages. It's happening outdoors at The Congregation Detroit on August 15th from 2 to 8 pm.

Here's what you need to know:
🗓️ Event date: August 15, 2026
⏰ Time: 2 to 8 pm
📍 The Congregation, Detroit
💸 Non-refundable vending fee ($50) due by August 5th
📋 Applications due: July 26th

No commission taken from your sales. You bring your table, supplies, and a tent for rain. We bring the community.

Apply here: https://forms.gle/VBN6WxmEwtCTbLD39

Big announcement: strawberry rhubarb matcha is back! 🍓💚

Our Live Music Series is returning for Summer 2026! 🎶 It doesn’t get much better than relaxing in the greenspace with a good drink, a sunset, and live music. We'll be hosting a rotating lineup of amazing musicians from 7-8:30pm every other Thursday (weather permitting). Kicking off this week with .e! 🌅🎵

June Lineup:
6/4 - Sophiyah E.
6/18 - Lufuki: Truth

Weekend shareables 🤌

Just a few more days left in May to support ! You can roundup any purchase made in the cafe or next door at The Rectory to contribute to the amazing work happening right here in Detroit.

"The mission of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southeast Michigan is to create and support one-to-one mentoring relationships that ignite the power and promise of youth. Our goal is to put all kids on a path to graduate high school with a plan for their future and a mentor, whose impact will last a lifetime!"

We’re getting ready for Ferndale Pride! 🌈✨

Join The Phoenix on Friday, May 29 from 6:00–8:30 PM at The Congregation in Detroit for a community Craft Night where we’ll be making beaded bracelets to give away at our Ferndale Pride recovery table.

Come make something for yourself, meet some great people, grab a coffee, and help us create something meaningful for the community. We provide all materials — we just need you.

All Phoenix events are free. The only requirement to attend is 48 hours of sobriety.

Register here: https://links.thephoenix.org/FHF0rFLYg3b

Which syrup are you adding to your matcha: earl grey or pandan? 💚