Note: If you'd like to share photos of events in the Episcopal Districts and Presiding Elder's District or connectional activities for the Weekend Digest, CME Web site and social media outlets, please email them tocio@thecmechurch.orgalong with a caption.
The Department of Ministry to Men of the Christian Methodist Episcopal (CME) Church and the National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives (NOBLE) are partnering together to reach local Churches and Communities provide support and assistance to young people in dealing with members of the Law Enforcement Community. Through NOBLE’s Nationally Recognized Training program entitled, “The Law and Your Community” young people are provided with information to improve their understanding of Federal, State, and local laws and provide the skills to have better conversations with Law Enforcement Officials.
This is an invitation to join the Department of Ministry to Men in the kickoff of this new collaboration onSunday, August 6, 2023, at 6:30 pm Eastern Time, for a Conversation with Law Enforcement to learn more about how your local church can connect and partner with local NOBLE Chapters and help make every street corner in our communities safe.
Mr. Anthony Smoaks
General Secretary, Department of Ministry to Men
Christian Methodist Episcopal Church
Hurry to Register & Reserve Your Hotel Room byAugust 1stfor the Unity Summit & General Connectional Board Meeting
Dear CME Members and Friends,
Bishop and Mrs. Kenneth W. Carter and the Fourth Episcopal District will host theEleventh Annual CME Unity Summitand theGeneral Connectional Board Meeting,August 20-25, 2023, at the Hyatt Regency Hotel located at 501 Loyola Avenue in New Orleans, Louisiana. The theme for this year's Unity Summit is,"Making Bold Moves"(Acts 1:8).
The Unity Summit is scheduled for Sunday, August 20, 2023 through Wednesday, August 23, 2023. The General Connectional Board meeting is scheduled for Thursday, August 24, 2023 through Friday, August 25, 2023.
This message will provide you with general information about registration, the Program Schedule, and reserving your room at the Hyatt Regency Hotel. Plan now to attend the Unity Summit's powerful training and vibrant worship sessions!
Online Registration
The registration fee for the Unity Summit is $150. Members of the General Connectional Board are expected to register.
You may registeronlineathttps://thecmechurch.org/unity-summit/and thereafter reserve your hotel room. A receipt and hotel confirmation notice will be e-mailed to you. Please check your Junk or Spam mailbox if you do not receive a registration confirmation notice by e-mail. To request a receipt and hotel confirmation notice, e-mail unitysummit@thecmechurch.org.
Mail-in Registration
You may download a registration form and mail it in with your registration fee. Download a registration formhereat theofficial CME Web site.
After your mailed in registration form is processed, you will receive a receipt and hotel reservation form via postal mail. If your e-mail address is indicated on the registration form, a receipt and hotel reservation link will be e-mailed to you. Please check your Junk or Spam mailbox if you do not receive a registration confirmation notice by e-mail.To request a receipt and hotel confirmation notice, e-mail unitysummit@thecmechurch.org.
Hyatt Regency New Orleans: Reserve by August 1, 2023
The group room rate at the Hyatt Regency New Orleans is $149 per room / $176.14 per night (includes taxes of $27.14). Please plan to register and reserve your room early and byAugust 1, 2023!
Unity Summit Program Schedule
The Program Schedule is posted below and can be downloadedhere.
Transportation Form
If you plan to attend the Unity Summit and need transportation to and from the Hyatt Regency New Orleans hotel, please fill out the transportation formhereto assist the Fourth Episcopal District Planning Committee with transportation needs for the Unity Summit.
Additional information about the 2023 Annual CME Unity Summit and General Connectional Board will be forthcoming and posted at theofficial CME Web site, and our CME social media platforms -Facebook page,Twitter,Instagram,and e-mailed to connectional members and friends viaCME Church Communications. Please pray for the success of these events.
In the Service of the Lord,
Bishop Marvin Frank Thomas, Sr., Chair
Bishop Denise Anders-Modest, Program Chair
Bishop C.K. Heath, Finance Chair
Bishop Kenneth W. Carter, Host Bishop
Senior Bishop Lawrence Reddick
ANNOUNCEMENT
THE 2023 GENERAL CONNECTIONAL BOARD
Of
THE CHRISTIAN METHODIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH
August 24-25, 2023
PURSUANT TO Paragraph 1000.6 of The Book of Discipline, Revised 2018, the General Connectional Board of the Christian Methodist Episcopal Church will meet Thursday and Friday, August 24-25, 2023, at the Hyatt Regency New Orleans Hotel, 601 Loyola Avenue, New Orleans, Louisiana 70113. The opening session is scheduled to begin at 2:00 P.M., Thursday, August 24.
This meeting will be in person. Persons in attendance shall be required to observe COVID protocols, including masks and the request to be vaccinated and boosted.
The July 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?
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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.
Senior (Presiding) Bishop Lawrence Reddick of the 8th Episcopal District with Presiding Bishop Uduak Effiong of the Eastern West Africa District- AME Zion Church. Bishop Effiong was the guest preacher for the Ordination service. Photo used with permission of Rev. Emmanuel Okuidem.
Presiding Bishop Marvin F. Thomas, Sr. convened the West Tennessee Region Annual Conference with Retired Bishop Paul A.G. Stewart, Sr. Scenes from the Annual Conference meeting and backpack drive.
Top - Presiding Bishop Charley Hames, Jr. with the Presiding Elders and Pastors at the Southern California Region Annual Conference. Below -Bishop Hames is shown with the Ministers' Spouses, Widows and Widowers.
First Responders Luncheon and community outreach event at Jenkins Memorial CME Church (“The House of Hope!) in Henderson, Texas, 8th Episcopal District, Central Texas Region, Tyler District (Rev Anson Y. Lawson, Senior Pastor). Photo submitted by Rev. Lawson.
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.
