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Operation Ballot: Men of Faith, Men of Action—It’s Time to Make Our Voices Heard!
The Ministry to Men of the Christian Methodist Episcopal Church is proud to launch Operation Ballot 2026!
Faith without works is dead, and civic engagement is one of the most powerful ways we can serve our families, uplift our communities, and shape our future. From August 8, 2026, to November 3, 2026, we are calling on brothers across all generations to register, educate themselves on the issues, and get out to the polls.
Campaign Details:
Dates: August 8, 2026 – November 3, 2026
Goal: Mobilize men of faith across all communities to active civic engagement.
Whether you're helping a neighbor register, organizing voter transportation, or casting your own ballot, every action counts. Let's show up, stand tall, and lead by example.
The comprehensive resource guide will be available next week for ministries to implement the campaign plan. Since we are “Open for Gods Business”, Let us start by electing Godly leaders!
Thank you and we are anticipating a great turnout!
James Blackman, Sr.
General Secretary
Ministry to Men
Christian Methodist Episcopal Church
Bishop Marvin Frank Thomas, Sr.
Chair
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C-ME Grow is Relaunching!
A new season. A renewed vision. A fresh commitment to evangelism.
The General Department of Evangelism & Missions is excited to announce the relaunch of C-ME Grow, a six-week interactive series designed to equip lay members, pastors, evangelism leaders, missionaries, and local churches to be "Open for God's Business" and advance the Gospel.
This is an opportunity to grow, collaborate, and strengthen our collective commitment to evangelism through prayer, training, practical strategies, and Kingdom-focused action. Whether you serve in ministry or have a passion for sharing the love of Christ, we invite you to join the conversation! Please register today here.
Please let me know if you have any questions or need additional information. I look forward to working together to make this relaunch a success.
Peace and blessings,
Rev. Kenneth L. Hollingshed
General Secretary
Department of Evangelism and Missions
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(July 21-23, 2026 - Augusta, GA) - Augusta Mayor Garnett John welcomed Senior Bishop James Walker, the Presiding Prelate of the Sixth Episcopal District, along with clergy and members from throughout the Georgia North Region at Trinity CME Church. Mayor Garnett remarked, "As churches from across the region gather for worship, fellowship, and spiritual renewal, we are reminded of the important role faith communities play in strengthening our neighborhoods, serving those in need, and bringing people together."
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(July 26-29, 2026 - Brookfield, WI) - Presiding Bishop Da'Henri R. Thurmond of the 3rd Episcopal District convened the S.E. Missouri, Illinois & Wisconsin Region Annual Conference at the Sheraton Milwaukee Brookfield, hosted by St. Matthew CME Church (Bishop Richard D. Shaw, Host Pastor).
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July 29-31, 2026 - Sarasota, FL) Bishop Clarence K. Heath of the 5th Episcopal District convened the Florida Region Annual Conference hosted by Bethel CME Church, Pastor Rev. Anita Williams.
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(July 29- August 1, 2026, Forth Worth, TX) - Bishop Denise Anders-Modest convened the Dallas-Ft. Worth Northeast Texas Region Annual Conference at the Doubletree Ft. Worth South, hosted by Carter Metropolitan CME Church, Pastor Rev. Dr. Valencia Edner.
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(July 30-August 1, 2026 - Victorville, CA) - Presiding Bishop Charley Hames, Jr. of the 9th Episcopal District convened the Southern California Region Annual Conference hosted by Emmanuel Temple CME Church, Pastor Rev. Dr. James Markham. The theme, "Next Level 2.0: Becoming What We Were Called To Be" (Ephesians 4:13).
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(July 15-17, 2026 - Paducah, Ky) - Presiding Bishop Richard D. Shaw of the 2nd Episcopal District convened the Kentucky Region Annual Conference hosted by St. James CME Church, Paducah, KY. Pastor, Presiding Elder Joseph D. Benberry. The speaker for the Service of Holy Communion was Retired Bishop Paul A.G. Stewart, Sr
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From the desk of Presiding Bishop Leon C. Moore, Jr. of the 10th Episcopal District. Highlights from the Eastern Region Women Missionary Council Convention Match Pass held at Salvation Army Primary School, Afaha Offiong. It was a beautiful display of unity, faith, discipline, and sisterhood as members participated with joy and enthusiasm. Photos provided by Sister Humility Evans
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Rev. Dr. Amariah McIntosh, the Scholar-In-Residence for the Second Episcopal District, presented certificates to those who completed this year's cohort! Kentucky - Rev. Stephanie Walker, Bro. Frank McIntosh, Rev. Susan Alford, and Rev. Jeffrey Sowell.
Ohio Central-Indiana - Rev. Dr. Yolande Prevo-Petty, Rev. David Pinner, Rev. Shea Thompson, and Rev. Darryl Anderson.
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Dr. Gregory Scott serves as the Compelling Preaching Lab Scholar-in-Resident for the 5th Episcopal District. The 2026 Cohort included: Rev. Belinda Parham, Rev. Deon Howard, Rev. Fadrienne M Jones, Rev. Stephen A. Lyons, Rev. Brian Keith Hamlet, Rev. Dr. Leslie Harrell, Rev. MIcheal Doby, and Rev. Nyla Barker.
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FIRST EPISCOPAL DISTRICT
Presiding Bishop Marvin Frank Thomas, Sr.
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SECOND EPISCOPAL DISTRICT
Presiding Bishop Richard D. Shaw
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THIRD EPISCOPAL DISTRICT
Presiding Bishop Da'Henri R. Thurmond
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FOURTH EPISCOPAL DISTRICT
Presiding Bishop Sylvester Williams, Sr.
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FIFTH EPISCOPAL DISTRICT
Presiding Bishop Clarence Kelby Heath
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SIXTH EPISCOPAL DISTRICT
Senior Bishop James B. Walker
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SEVENTH EPISCOPAL DISTRICT
Presiding Bishop Ricky D. Helton
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EIGHTH EPISCOPAL DISTRICT
Presiding Bishop Denise Anders-Modest
Chair, College of Bishops
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NINTH EPISCOPAL DISTRICT
Presiding Bishop Charley Hames, Jr.
Secretary of the College of Bishops
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TENTH EPISCOPAL DISTRICT
Presiding Bishop Leon C. Moore, Jr.
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ELEVENTH EPISCOPAL DISTRICT
Presiding Bishop Kwame Lawson Adjei
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ECUMENICAL BISHOP AND
PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT OFFICER
Bishop Teresa E. Snorton
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Lane College is pleased to invite you to save the date for a historic moment of momentum: The Presidential Investiture of Dr. Donald W. Comer, the 11th President of Lane College.
Please join us as we celebrate this milestone and officially install Dr. Comer as he leads the college forward under the theme, “A Moment in Time. A Legacy In Motion.”
The investiture ceremony will be held on Friday, August 21, 2026.
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Paine College Eliminates Institutional Student Debt, Invites Former Students to Return and Complete Their Degrees!
Additional information here.
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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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Quadrennium Theme: 2026-2030
Christian Methodism Is Open For God's Business:
Fellowship, Worship, Discipleship, and Stewardship
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First row- L-R: Bishop Ricky D. Helton; Bishop Denise Anders-Modest; Bishop Marvin Frank Thomas, Sr.; Bishop Sylvester Williams, Sr.; Senior Bishop James B. Walker; Bishop Teresa E. Snorton; Bishop Clarence Kelby Heath; Bishop Charley Hames, Jr.; Bishop Kwame Lawson Adjei; Second row - L-R: Retired Bishop Othal H. Lakey; Retired Bishop Lawrence Reddick III; Retired Bishop Kenneth Carter; Bishop Da'Henri R. Thurmond; Bishop Richard D. Shaw; Bishop Leon C. Moore, Jr.; Retired Bishop Thomas L. Brown, Sr.; Retired Bishop Paul A.G. Stewart, Sr.
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2026-2030 Quadrennium Episcopal Assignments
6th Episcopal District: Senior Bishop James B. Walker
4th Episcopal District: Bishop Sylvester Williams, Sr.
Ecumenical Bishop and Program Development Officer: Bishop Teresa E. Snorton
1st Episcopal District: Bishop Marvin Frank Thomas, Sr.
5th Episcopal District: Bishop Clarence Kelby Heath
8th Episcopal District: Bishop Denise Anders-Modest
9th Episcopal District: Bishop Charley Hames, Jr.
7th Episcopal District: Bishop Ricky D. Helton
11th Episcopal District: Bishop Kwame Lawson Adjei
3rd Episcopal District: Bishop Da’Henri R. Thurmond
2nd Episcopal District: Bishop Richard D. Shaw
10th Episcopal District: Bishop Leon C. Moore, Jr.
Departmental Chairs
Christian Education & Formation
Chair: Bishop Denise Anders-Modest
Office of Connectional Communication, Publications and Technology
Chair: Bishop Charley Hames, Jr.
Finance & Investment
Chair: Bishop Sylvester Williams
Evangelism And Missions
Chair: Bishop Kwame Lawson Adjei
Lay Ministry
Chair: Bishop Ricky D. Helton
Ministry to Men
Chair: Bishop Marvin Frank Thomas, Sr.
Personnel Services
Chair: Senior Bishop James B. Walker
Women’s Missionary Council
Patron Bishop: Bishop Teresa E. Snorton
Christian Index
Chair: Bishop Clarence K. Heath
Ministers’ Spouses, Widows, and Widowers
Patron Bishop: Bishop Da’Henri R. Thurmond
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