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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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The 2026 Christian Educators Retreat will convene on Friday, February 27, 2026 at the Whispering Woods Hotel and Convention Center in Olive Branch, MS.
Our theme for this year is, Renew, Rekindle, Reconnect, calls us to return to the source of our strength and purpose. Isaiah 40:31 reminds us: “But those who wait for the Lord shall renew their strength, they shall mount up with wings like eagles, they shall run and not be weary, they shall walk and not faint.”
As Christian educators, we give, we teach, we lead, and we pour into others. Yet in doing so, our own vessels can run low. This retreat is a sacred pause — a time to renew our strength, to rekindle the flame of passion for ministry, and to reconnect with God and one another in fellowship and purpose.
We are not here simply to rest; we are here to be restored. We are not gathering just for sessions; we are gathering for transformation. In this space, we allow the Spirit of God to breathe new life into us, that we may return to our churches, our classrooms, and our communities with fresh energy, deeper wisdom, and renewed joy.
This retreat also gives us the gift of celebrating the remarkable legacy of Dr. Carmichael D. Crutchfield, who has modeled what it means to teach with conviction, to lead with vision, and to serve with faithfulness. As we honor his ministry, we also commit ourselves to carrying the torch forward with courage and creativity.
Together, let us renew our strength, rekindle our passion, and reconnect with the One who has called and equipped us for this holy work.
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Invitation to the 2026 General Conference from
Mrs. Calandra Foster Hunter, Local Host Committee Chair
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Early Registration Fee Deadline
Extended to February 28, 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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Ticketed Event: Friday, March 27, 2026 | 6:00 PM-9:00 PM
Phillips Temple CME Church 3620 Shiloh Springs Road Trotwell, OH 45426
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FOURTH EPISCOPAL DISTRICT
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SEVENTH EPISCOPAL DISTRICT
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Dear Family and Friends of the CME Church,
We are thrilled to announce a momentous occasion in our church family—the Quadrennial Celebration and Spring Meeting honoring our beloved Bishop James B. Walker and First Lady Delois Woody-Walker, the 56th Bishop of the CME Church! This exciting event will take place from May 1st to May 2nd, 2026, at the luxurious Hilton Arlington National Landing in Arlington, VA.
This celebration will be a wonderful time of fellowship, reflection, and inspiration as we gather to honor our Bishop and all that he has accomplished for the CME Church community. We hope you will join us in this collective spirit of gratitude and joy!
Event Details: Dates: May 1-2, 2026
Location: Hilton Arlington National Landing, Arlington, VA
Registration Fee: $150 (All-inclusive, covering Registration and Banquet Brunch Tickets)
To ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience, please register in advance. Please remember that registration is required to receive your Host Hotel lodging link. Register here.
*Upon completion of registration you will be taken directly to the lodging Hilton Reservation Link*
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EIGHTH EPISCOPAL DISTRICT
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NEXT LEVEL CONFERENCE 2026
Leverage the BAG™: Believe. Act. Grow.
This is not another conference.
It’s a call to alignment.
In a season cluttered with noise, Next Level Conference 2026 sharpens the signal. We gather leaders, visionaries, pastors, entrepreneurs, and change-agents who are ready to leverage what God has already placed in their hands.
The BAG™ is not baggage—it’s blessing.
It is the sacred responsibility of faith, discipline, and growth.
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BELIEVE
Believe beyond your résumé.
Believe when metrics are thin and critics are loud.
Believe like your ancestors—who trusted God without guarantees, but with grit.
Faith is not passive. Faith is positioning.
“Now faith is the substance…” — substance means weight. Believe carries weight.
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ACT
Belief without action is spiritual procrastination.
At Next Level, we move from inspiration to execution—strategy, structure, and accountability.
No fluff. No fog. Just disciplined movement.
Faith that never sweats is suspect.
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GROW
Growth is not accidental—it’s intentional, measurable, and often uncomfortable.
We will challenge habits, expand capacity, and sharpen leadership muscles for the long haul.
Because plateaued leaders create stalled movements.
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Why Next Level 2026 Matters
• Faith-forward leadership with real-world strategy
• African American wisdom rooted in legacy and innovation
• Conversations that stretch theology, leadership, and influence
• Tools you can use Monday—not just quotes you like on Sunday
Believe boldly.
Act decisively.
Grow relentlessly.
Pack light—but bring the BAG™.
The future is waiting on leaders who know how to leverage it.
Standing In Grace,
Bishop Charley Hames, Jr.
Presiding Prelate
Ninth Episcopal District - CME Church
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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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Congratulations to Rev. Dr. Amariah McIntosh, Pastor of Phillips Chapel CME Church (Akron, OH) in the 2nd Episcopal District, was the 2026 BCS Honors recipient as a Legacy Service Honor! Photos courtesy of Rev. Dr. McIntosh.
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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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Save the Date for the Investiture of our own Rev. Dr. Herman "Skip" Mason as the 12th President of Interdenominational Theological Center (ITC)! Here's the information for the celebration and the link to book your room.
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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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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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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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