The Oklahoma Indian Missionary Conference is pleased to announce that registration is officially open for the 2026 Immersion Experience, scheduled for March 15–19, 2026. This event offers participants an in‑depth look at the history, context, and lived experiences of Native American peoples within OIMC and our connection to The United Methodist Church. Throughout the week, Native communities will generously share their traditions, stories, and culture, creating a meaningful and memorable learning experience.
The registration fee is $325 per person, which includes all meals and entry fees for scheduled site visits. Payments may be submitted by mail or through the OIMC website at www.umc-oimc.org. Mailed payments should be addressed to:
Oklahoma Indian Missionary Conference
602 SW 35th St.
Oklahoma City, OK 73109
Please make checks payable to OIMC with “Immersion” in the memo line.
Participants will lodge at Home2 Suites by Hilton, located at 4311 SW 15th St., Oklahoma City. Hotel costs are not included in the registration fee. The hotel provides complimentary breakfast and in‑room kitchen amenities. A block of rooms has been reserved for Immersion participants at a rate of $79.00 for Queen single occupancy, and each room includes a sofa bed. To reserve a room, call 405‑604‑5439 or email Jennifer.williams3@hilton.com, and request the “OIMC Immersion Event” rate. Reservations at this rate must be made by March 6, 2026. Shuttle service to and from the airport is available daily from 5 a.m. to 11 p.m.
This year’s Immersion Experience will focus on tribal regions within a two‑and‑a‑half‑hour radius of Oklahoma City. Planned visits include the First Americans Museum in Oklahoma City, the Osage Nation Cultural Museum in Pawhuska, and the Chickasaw Nation Cultural Center in Sulphur. Participants will also have the opportunity to visit several local OIMC churches.
The event schedule can be viewed at:2026 Immersion schedule.docx
For additional information, please contact the OIMC office at 405‑632‑2006 or email Mjohnson@oimc.org.
