Schedule
Sunday July 13, 2025 | ||
12:00 P.M. – 9:00 P.M. 1:00 P.M. – 9:00 P.M 1:00 P.M. – 2:00 P.M. 3:00 P.M. – 4:30 P.M. 5:00 P.M. – 9:00 P.M. |
Registration Vendor’s Exhibit Meet And Greet Sound Check UMAC LIVE SOUNDSTAGE |
Intracoastal Foyer Intracoastal Foyer Intracoastal Ballroom Intracoastal Ballroom Intracoastal Ballroom |
Monday July 14, 2025 | ||
| 8:30 A.M. – 8:50 A.M. 9:00 A.M. – 3:30 P.M. 9:00 A.M. – 10:00 P.M. 9:00 A.M. – 10:15 A.M. 10:15 A.M. – 10:30 A.M. 10:30 A.M. – 11:45 A.M 12:00 P.M. – 1:30 P.M. 1:00 P.M. – 3:00 P.M. 5:00 P.M. – 6:30 P.M. 7:00 P.M. – 11:00 P.M. |
Morning Prayer Registration Vendor’s Exhibit Songwriter’s Point of View Master Class Break Gospel Music Industry Master Class Lunch Break Conference Choir Rehearsal Sound Check UMAC LIVE SOUNDSTAGE |
Intracoastal Ballroom Intracoastal Foyer Intercoastal Foyer Intracoastal Ballroom
Intracoastal Ballroom On Your Own Intracoastal Ballroom Intracoastal Ballroom Intracoastal Ballroom |
Tuesday July 15, 2025 | ||
| 8:30 A.M. – 8:50 A.M. 9:00 A.M. – 3:30 P.M. 9:00 A.M. – 10:00 P.M. 9:00 A.M. – 10:15 A.M. 10:15 A.M. – 10:30 A.M. 10:30 A.M. – 11:45 A.M 12:00 P.M. – 1:30 P.M. 1:00 P.M. – 3:00 P.M. 5:00 P.M. – 6:30 P.M. 7:00 P.M. – 11:00 P.M. |
Morning Prayer Registration Vendor’s Exhibit Church Music Ministry Master Class Break Iron Sharpens Iron Master Class Lunch Break Conference Choir Rehearsal Sound Check UMAC LIVE SOUNDSTAGE |
Intracoastal Ballroom Intracoastal Foyer Intercoastal Foyer Intracoastal Ballroom
Intracoastal Ballroom On Your Own Intracoastal Ballroom Intracoastal Ballroom Intracoastal Ballroom |
Wednesday July 16, 2025 | ||
| 8:30 A.M. – 8:50 A.M. 9:00 A.M. – 3:30 P.M. 9:00 A.M. – 10:00 P.M. 9:00 A.M. – 10:15 A.M. 10:15 A.M. – 10:30 A.M. 10:30 A.M. – 11:45 A.M 12:00 P.M. – 1:30 P.M. 1:00 P.M. – 3:00 P.M. 5:00 P.M. – 6:30 P.M. 7:00 P.M. – 11:00 P.M. |
Morning Prayer Registration Vendor’s Exhibit Cross Generational Master Class Break UMAC Strong Assembly Lunch Break Conference Choir Rehearsal Sound Check UMAC LIVE SOUNDSTAGE |
Intracoastal Ballroom Intracoastal Foyer Intercoastal Foyer Intracoastal Ballroom
Intracoastal Ballroom On Your Own Intracoastal Ballroom Intracoastal Ballroom Intracoastal Ballroom |
Classes & Events
A Songwriter’s Point of View Master Class
This plenary session offers a behind-the-pen exploration of new sacred music compositions from traditional hymns to contemporary worship anthems. Vocalists, choir directors, and musicians alike will benefit from this dynamic presentation, gaining insight into the creative and spiritual processes behind each song. A curated sheet music packet featuring all selections will be available for purchase in the foyer.
Lead Facilitator: Reverend Dr. Scott Cumberbatch (Paterson, NJ)
Gospel Music Industry Master Class
Many pathways may seem promising in music production—but only a few lead to lasting impact. Join some of the nation’s top voices in Gospel music for an in-depth conversation on what truly works in the industry. Independent artists, managers, radio programmers, and music lovers are invited to sit in, ask questions, and learn how to navigate the ever-evolving Gospel music landscape.
Lead Facilitator: Gina Rogers, Sirius XM Radio (Kirk Franklin’s Praise Channel 64)
Panelists: MJ Smith (WMBM AM 1490, Miami, FL), B. Chase Williams (Atlanta, GA)
Church Choir Members Master Class
Think you can sing? It’s about more than just notes and rhythms. This class explores how spiritual unity, disciplined rehearsal habits, and reverent presentation work together to create a powerful worship experience. Designed for vocalists, musicians, choir directors, clergy, and leaders seeking to deepen both the technical and spiritual sides of choral ministry.
Lead Facilitator: Minister Larenz Johnson (Tampa, FL)
Panelists: Min. Chester D.T. Baldwin (Houston, TX), Dr. Ouida Harding (Harlem, NY)
Iron Sharpens Iron Master Class
The pulpit and the piano must operate in harmony to foster effective and holistic ministry. This session brings together pastors, ministers of music, musicians, choir members, and church leaders to explore collaborative strategies that support spiritual, mental, and physical well-being across the church body.
Lead Facilitator: Reverend Dr. Scott Cumberbatch
Panelists: Bishop Larry Trotter (Chicago, IL) Pastor Lois Alexander (Trenton, NJ), Pastor Franklin Bubby Fann (Williamstown, NJ)
Cross-Generational Representation in Sunday Service
For the church to thrive, generations must work together in ministry—not separately. This session invites worship leaders, planners, and congregants to reimagine Sunday morning with intentional inclusion of both legacy and innovation. Come explore strategies to make every voice and every age count in the worship experience.
Lead Facilitator: Trey Daniel
Panelist: Dr. Stephen Hurd (Washington, DC), Shari (Los Angeles, CA), Phillip Carter (Waldorf, MD)
U.S.A. – UMAC, STRONG, ASSEMBLY
UMAC Leaders and Registered Delegates, this is the time to sit and chat with our Founder in a roundtable plenary session as we seek to grow this conference to ensure greater, holistic impact for all delegates.
Facilitator: Professor Craig Hayes