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The College of Bishops of the Christian Methodist Episcopal Church.
The August 2023 issue of The Christian Index is available for purchase for online viewing here.
Announcement RE Appeal for Articles
The Christian Index would like to receive articles from you regarding your local CME church, your ministry, and your spiritual thoughts, experiences, and growth.
Is your church operating a Vacation Bible or Freedom School, or offering other special activities this summer?
Do you have a sermon you want to share?
Have you completed an essay, paper, or dissertation and can share it or a short summary of your work?
Have you gone on an interesting trip?
Have you received an honor or award?
Do you have other news that might be of interest to the wider church?
The General Department of Communication and Information Technology (CIT) has established vendor partnerships with Adobe, Apple, Dell, HP, Lenovo, Microsoft, Mobile Beacon and Zoom. All CMEs including our local churches, members, Presiding Elder’s Districts, Episcopal Districts, Bishops, General Officers, and other Connectional leaders can save from5%-50%on technology products from top vendors! Spread the word about these discounts to members in your local church!Shop at theTechnology Portal.
Presiding Bishop Charley Hames, Jr. of the 9th Episcopal District spoke at the Not a Commemoration but a Continuation March on Washington 60th Anniversary on Saturday, August 26, 2023. Bishop Hames was grateful to Senior Bishop Lawrence Reddick for the opportunity to honor the legacy of the civil rights movement and continue the fight for equality and justice.
The Episcopal Address by Bishop Teresa Jefferson-Snorton from the 2022 General Conference of the Christian Methodist Episcopal Church is available for viewing and downloading here.
Some 10 million rural African Americans lack broadband internet, primarily in the South. They cannot use such essential services as online doctor visits, church services, school assignments, family connections, and voter registration. Thankfully, the Federal Communications Commission launched theAffordable Connectivity Program (ACP),providing nearly 18 million low-income households nationwide with resources to pay for necessary broadband service. The ACP offers eligible families a $30 monthly discount on high-speed internet services, making access free for many participants.
Here's what you can do:
1- Forward to pastors in your network serving rural communities the "Get Connect" Information cardbelowwith a contact number and website for guidance through signing up for the ACP program.
