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Submit Episcopal or District announcements and photographs with captions to [email protected]. Submissions are due by Saturday, 11 am ET.
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Bold Steps Stewardship Initiative
Spring 2025 Series for all Clergy and Lay
Join on Tuesdays @ 8pm est April 1st, 8th, 22nd, & 29th, 2025
Join us for the Bold Steps Stewardship Initiative Spring 2025 Series, a dynamic program designed to equip church leaders with practical tools and strategies to strengthen stewardship and financial growth within their congregations.
Session 1 Church Administration with Dr. Paul Brown, Sr.
Learn why the accurate financial recordkeeping is critical.
Session 2 Grants and Sponsorships with Bishop Teresa E. Snorton
Learn proven strategies for identifying, applying for, and securing grants and sponsorship.
Session 3 Online Giving with Mrs. CheRhonda Greenlee and Dr. Victor Taylor
Discover innovative tools and techniques to maximize online giving that will help you grow digital contributions and foster deeper engagement with your congregation.
Session 4 Bequests and Legacy Giving with Dr. Victor Taylor
Learn actionable steps to encourage bequests and legacy giving, ensuring the sustainability of your ministry while honoring donor legacies.
All Clergy and Laity who are committed to advancing their stewardship efforts are encouraged to attend. Once you register, you will receive an email via Zoom for all sessions.
Register Now!
Bishop Teresa E. Snorton
Ecumenical Bishop and Development Officer
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Dear Servant Leaders of our Faith,
You are invited to join us at the National Action Network 2025 Ministers' Luncheon, Friday, April 4, 2025, 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm at the Sheraton New York Times Hotel as a part of the 2025 NAN National Convention. This is a FREE event.
The Ministers' luncheon celebrates the role of the Black church in the civil rights struggle and honors the legacy of an extraordinary and courageous leader who brought genius and a powerful prophetic voice in the cause of freedom. The Ministers' Luncheon honors the Reverend Dr. William Augustus Jones, Jr., the late pastor of the Bethany Baptist Church of Brooklyn, New York, who was an integral part of the heritage of this struggle which ushered in a new era of racial dignity in America. In our eighth year, we continue to build a legacy of honorees.
Presiding Bishop Charley Hames, Jr. of the Ninth Episcopal District and Chair of the Social Justice and Human Commission of the Christian Methodist Episcopal Church will be honored at this Luncheon! Don't miss out on this opportunity as we honor members of the clergy who are fulfilling Dr. Martin Luther King's Dream!
*Please note that even if you have registered for the convention you must STILL REGISTER to attend the Ministers Luncheon. This is a FREE event.
Please see below the EVENTBRITE site for you to register.
REGISTER HERE
In His Service,
Rev. Nelson B. Rivers III
Vice President, Religious Affairs and External Relations
National Action Network
Pastor, Charity Missionary Baptist Church
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Important Announcement:
General Connectional Board 2025 Meeting Date
Monday, September 8, 2025, 10 AM CST
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Important Announcement:
Special Session of the
General Conference of the CME Church
Saturday, June 13, 2026, 9 AM CDT, Dallas, TX
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Register here via Zoom for the C-ME Grow Season 9.
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting session. Thank you for your support.
Rev. Dr. Leon C. Moore, Jr.
General Secretary of Evangelism and Missions
Christian Methodist Episcopal Church
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Documentation on how to use Gloo and the various features is available below. Click on the link to access.
Gloo Training Documentation Index
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The Daily Index of the 2024 CME GCB and Unity Summit has just been released! Thanks to Rev. Tanesha Hollingshed for being part of the writing team and contributing to three articles for Rev. Dr. Spragin, Editor of The Christian Index.
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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 from 5%-50% on technology products from top vendors! Spread the word about these discounts to members in your local church! Shop at the Technology Portal.
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Greetings, Brothers, and Sisters in Christ,
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 the Affordable 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 card below with a contact number and website for guidance through signing up for the ACP program.
To Apply Call 1 (877) 384-2575 or Visit www.GetInternet.gov/apply.
2. Encourage them to visit - https://www.skinnerleaders.org/getconnected to download the "Get Connected Toolkit."
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The National Council of Churches in its Women's History Month 2025 series recognized Bishop Teresa E. Snorton, who made history in 2010 and became the first female bishop in the Christian Methodist Episcopal (CME) Church. Bishop Snorton is the Ecumenical Bishop and Program Development Officer.
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Congratulations to Presiding Bishop Marvin F. Thomas, Sr. of the 1st Episcopal District for being named the Faith in Action Award recipient by the Sigma Rho Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.
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Congratulations to Dr. Carmichael Crutchfield, General Secretary of Christian Education and Formation, for being awarded the Living Legend award from New Sardis Baptist Church Memphis and Pastor Darell Harrington.
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The annual Interdenominational Theological Center (ITC) Charles B. Cofer Lecture Series featured renowned church history professor Dr. Jermaine Marshall who gave a profound lecture along with outstanding responders from scholars Reverend Amber Louisa Lowe-Woodfork and Dr Lynn Hargrow! Thank you Provost Rev. Dr. Lavonia Kess McIntyre and your committee for a masterful lecture event. Photo and caption courtesy of Dr. Herman "Skip" Mason, Interim President of the Interdenominational Theological Center.
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Congratulations to First Lady Michelle Gaskill-Hames of the 9th Episcopal District, on her recent recognition as a 2025 Honoree by the Black Business Association!
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Congratulations to Rev. Dr. Luther E. Smith, Jr., who will be presented with the Samuel D. Press Service Award at the 2025 Spring Convocation! This is in recognition of his outstanding service to Eden Theological Seminary and its mission.
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Visit here <https://thecmechurch.org/strategic-plan> for additional information about Bold Steps, the Strategic Plan of the CME Church, and to view/download the eBooks/Manuals.
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The College of Bishops of the Christian Methodist Episcopal Church
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2024-2025 Liturgical Calendars
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