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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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Hey Brothers,
Get ready for our next Brotherhood Cohort meeting, coming up on Wednesday, July 24, 2025, at 7:00 PM CST!
This month, we’re excited to welcome Dr. Brian Champion, who will be leading a crucial presentation on Career Development. Whether you’re just starting out, looking to advance, or considering a new path, Dr. Champion will share valuable insights and strategies to help you navigate your professional journey.
This is a fantastic opportunity to learn, grow, and connect with your fellow brothers. Don’t miss out on what promises to be an enlightening and impactful session.
We look forward to seeing you there!
James Blackman, Cohort Administrator
Dr. Anthony Smoaks, Sr., General Secretary
Bishop Thomas L. Brown, Sr., Department Chair
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| Upcoming Connectional Events, Meetings and Series |
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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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| Episcopal Districts: Annual Conferences and Key Events |
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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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| Download the Annual Conference Outlines | Registration Form |
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ELEVENTH EPISCOPAL DISTRICT
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Minister’s Spouses Luncheon at the East Texas Region Annual Conference convened by Senior Bishop Lawrence Reddick of the 8th Episcopal District.
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Senior Bishop Lawrence Reddick convened the Central Texas Annual Conference at the Holiday Inn Tyler Conference Center.
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Presiding Bishop Thomas L. Brown, Sr. convened the Sixth Episcopal District’s Joint Annual Conferences at the Macon Marriott City Center in Macon, GA.
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Presiding Bishop Kenneth W. Carter convened the Joint Annual Conferences of the 4th Episcopal District. Photos courtesy of Patricia A. Anderson.
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The 4th Episcopal District’s Outreach Coordinator, Rev. Diana Roberison, asked each of the Regions to bring paper good items to the 2nd Joint Annual Conference to donate to a local nonprofit.
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Children who attended the 4th Episcopal District 2nd Joint Annual Conferences received a gift from Bishop Kenneth W. Carter.
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Presiding Bishop James B. Walker of the 7th Episcopal District convened the New York-Washington Annual Conference.
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Presiding Bishop Sylvester Williams, Sr. of the 3rd Episcopal District convened the Michigan • Indiana Region Annual Conference. Photos courtesy of Mrs. Carmen Williams.
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The Roaring 20’s Gala Night.
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King & Queen Bishop Paul Stewart Scholarship Pageant 2025.
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Presiding Bishop Clarence K. Heath of the 5th Episcopal District convened the 2025 Southeast Alabama Conference in Opelika, Alabama. Photos courtesy of Amy Baldwin Russell.
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Presiding Bishop Denise Anders-Modest of the 2nd Episcopal District convened the Kentucky Region Annual Conference.
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Presiding Bishop Charley Hames, Jr. of the 9th Episcopal District convened the Oklahoma Region Annual Conference.
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Presiding Bishop Charley Hames, Jr. of the 9th Episcopal District has a new podcast, The Leverage Factor! It will air every Thursday at 5 pm PST, 8 pm EST. Season 1 Guests include: Stacia Washington; Michael Armstrong; Pastor Justin Lester; Jael Hames; and First Lady Dr, Michelle G. Hames.
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| Department of Evangelism and Missions |
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| Connectional Prayer Ministry |
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| Department of Ministry to Men |
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| Department of Lay Ministries |
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| The Women’s Missionary Council |
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| Department of Communication and Information Technology (CIT) |
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The CME Church Faith Assistant is Now Available on the CME Website
The Department of Communication and Information Technology (CIT)pleased to announce the launch of the CME Church Faith Assistant, now live on the official CME Church website at thecmechurch.org. The Faith Assistant is an AI-powered tool developed by Gloo and trained on the content of the CME website. It is available 24/7, and designed to assist members, seekers, and visitors with their search on the website, and provide instant answers to questions about the CME Church, our department and ministries, history, and more. The Faith Assistant will help to extend the reach of the CME Church and support meaningful online engagement. Try the Faith Assistant now at thecmechurch.org. It will be located at the bottom right of your screen. Just a note that the Faith Assistant may make mistakes like other AI tools. Please email Dr. Theresa Duhart at cio@thecmechurch.org if you have any questions or concerns. Your feedback is welcome and appreciated.
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| Articles to The Christian Index |
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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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| Prayer Calls Hosted by Episcopal Districts |
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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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| A Pictorial Celebration of CME Church History |
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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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| General Conference 2022 Highlights |
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| Additional Announcements & Resources |
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Supported by the National Council of Churches of Christ in the U.S.A. Additional information is here.
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