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Stay Connected with the latest updates from the Christian Methodist Episcopal Church!
Submit Episcopal or District announcements and photographs with captions to cio@thecmechurch.org. Submissions are due by Saturday, 11 am ET.
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A Message from Dr. Pene' Woods, Chief Administrative Officer
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Greetings to our CME Connectional Members and Friends,
The 41st General Conference of the Christian Methodist Episcopal Church will be held Saturday, June 13 through Friday, June 19, 2026. The General Conference will be hosted by Bishop Thomas L. Brown, Sr. and the Sixth Episcopal District, in partnership with Senior Bishop Lawrence Reddick and the Eighth Episcopal District.
The location of General Conference will be the Hilton Anatole Hotel located at 2201 N. Stemmons Fwy in Dallas, Texas 75207.
About the General Conference
The General Conference meets once every four years. The General Conference has full powers to make rules and regulations for the Church subject to the limitations of the restrictive rules. The General Conference is comprised of delegates elected by the Annual Conferences, one half of whom are ministers and one half lay members.
View | Download the Draft Program https://thecmechurch.org/gc2026/conferenceprogram.pdf
Information for Delegates
Congratulations on your selection of delegate or alternate delegate!
Your Presiding Bishop has forwarded your registration form to the General Conference registrar, and your information has been fully processed. Your registration fee has also been paid by your Presiding Bishop.
Your hotel accommodations will be handled by your Presiding Bishops and Dr. Pene' Woods, the CME Church's Chief Administrative Officer. Please direct any questions about your registration or hotel accommodations to your Presiding Bishop. You will begin receiving your hotel information from Dr. Woods during the week of April 27.
The 2026 General Conference Web site <https://thecmechurch.org/generalconference2026/> will provide the official information regarding the 2026 General Conference. We look forward to seeing you in June 2026.
Information for Observers, Visitors, Guests and other Attendees
Online registration for the General Conference is available at the 2026 General Conference Web site: https://thecmechurch.org/generalconference2026/
Registration fees and hotel link:
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From March 1 to April 30, 2026, the registration fee will be $200.
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Beginning May 1, 2026 and continuing through the General Conference, the registration fee will be $250.
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The hotel link will be provided after registering. Reserve your room by May 1, 2026.
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A receipt 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 cmegc26@thecmechurch.org.
Hilton Anatole Hotel Information
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The official hotel for the General Conference is the Hilton Anatole Hotel located at 2201 N. Stemmons Fwy in Dallas, Texas 75207.
The daily lodging rate (including taxes) at the Hilton Anatole is $243.90. Reserve your room by May 1, 2026.
The Hilton Anatole is a large (46-acre) four-star hotel in Dallas, Texas, known for its extensive amenities, including a 3-acre water park with a lazy river and water slides, a large art collection, and over 600,000 square feet of meeting space. It features 1,610 guest rooms across two main sections, the Atrium and the Tower, along with multiple restaurants, a spa, and a fitness center.
Visit the Official General Conference Website for additional information regarding:
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The General Conference Yapp App and advertising available for candidates of General Conference offices and sponsors.
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Training sessions on the Conference Yapp App and voting at the General Conference, offered every Tuesday through June 2, 2026 at 7 PM ET, and Sunday, April 26, May 3, and June 7 at 6 PM ET.
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Vendor reservations, transportation, scooter rental, and local area information (when available)
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Advertising and Marketing Opportunities: Available to Candidates for General Conference Offices on the General Conference App and at the Hilton Anatole Convention Ctr.
Effective immediate, candidates for the Episcopacy, General Offices, and the Judicial Council will be able to advertise on the General Conference App!
We are excited to announce that candidates will also be able to advertise on the main screens of the Hilton Anatole Convention Center for twice a day (before and after the sessions) at designated times, beginning after 12Noon on the third day of the General Conference (in accordance with the 2022 Book of Discipline of the Christian Methodist Episcopal Church (¶ 1500.15).
The advertising and marketing fees for candidates are outlined below. All proceeds will support the General Conference budget. Candidates must complete the advertising and marketing form and submit payment here. Convenient payment plan options are offered by PayPal and available through May 25, 2026.
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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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SECOND EPISCOPAL DISTRICT
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FOURTH EPISCOPAL DISTRICT
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SEVENTH EPISCOPAL DISTRICT
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EIGHTH EPISCOPAL DISTRICT
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View the Live Communion Service from Nigeria Southern Region & Western Region.
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View the Live Concert from Bishop Marshall Gilmore Cathedral CME Church in Uyo, Nigeria. Bishop Ricky D. Helton is the Presiding Prelate of the Tenth Episcopal District
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ELEVENTH EPISCOPAL DISTRICT
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ECUMENICAL BISHOP AND
PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT OFFICER
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Roots of Resilience: Black History Through the Eyes of Faith
is a transformative guide designed to empower churches and communities to teach Black History with confidence and conviction. At a time when public education struggles to preserve these vital narratives, this resource places the stories of Black Americans in the context of faith, resilience, and justice.
Grounded in biblical principles, Roots of Resilience connects historical struggles and triumphs to the ongoing call for equity and love in action. Readers, congregations, and small groups alike will discover how understanding the past can illuminate the path toward a better future.
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The Lane College Board of Trustees has formally appointed Dr. Donald W. Comer as President of the College. Read the full release here.
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Baccalaureate Service | April 24th at 5 PM
William H. Graves Auditorium in the Chambers-McClure Academic Center (CMAC)
Keynote Speaker: Dr. Darrell L. Harrington, Senior Pastor of New Sardis Baptist Church in Memphis, TN,
Commencement Ceremony | April 25th at 10 a.m.
New St. Luke Missionary Baptist Church in Jackson, TN
Keynote Speaker: Kimberly A. Blackwell, CEO & Founder of the nationally acclaimed PMM Agency
and Seminary
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Most Christians kneel down to say their prayers. They are trying to be in touch with God. But if they are Christians, they know that what is prompting them to pray is also God on the inside. They also know the real knowledge of God comes through Christ, the Man who was God-that is standing beside them, helping them to pray. Excerpt from "It's Prayer Time!" Book
#GC2026 STRATEGIC PRAYER
#COUNTDOWN 73 DAYS APRIL 1- JUNE 12
Week 17 Affirmation ~ It is far more prudent for corrupt leaders to deny the truth than to admit the truth that would depose them. To them, anything is preferable to admitting the existence of the One True God, intimately involved in the affairs of men, who will one day judge the living and the dead. Strategic Prayer Book
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The Daily Index of the 2024 CME GCB and Unity Summit was released, and 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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View CMAM's Digital Music Seminars
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View The Acceptance Speech of Bishop C.K. Heath, Chair of the College of Bishops,
Christian Methodist Episcopal Church
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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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Visit here <https://thecmechurch.org/strategic-plan> to view/download the Bold Steps Stewardship Initiative Series resources (including videos and Zoom recording links).
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CONNECT... ENGAGE... EMPOWER...INFORM !
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