Weekend Digest – June 1, 2024

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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 [email protected]. Submissions are due by 11 am EDT on Saturday.

https://thecmechurch.org/lay/StewardessLitany2024.pdf

Registration has been Extended!

You spoke, and we listened! Due to overwhelming interest, we're thrilled to announce that the General Registration deadline has been extended to June 2, 2024, until Midnight (EST).

Don't miss this final opportunity to join us at this life-changing conference where you'll experience a transformative encounter with God and connect with peers who share your faith and excitement. Secure your place now at www.cyyac.org and prepare for an unforgettable journey!

#cyyac24 #cyyac #IAmCME

Ever wanted a chance to win a car, TV or some amazing art pieces? Well here is your chance!

CYAM Madness is coming your way.



Click on the link below or the QR code to enter for your chance to win (when completing the transaction, use the drop down feature and select “other” to remove the optional fee).

CYAM Madness

Get hyped for the Youth Sneaker Ball at CYYAC24! It's your chance to strut your stuff in your flyest formal gear and best sneakers. This event is exclusively for the Youth (12-17) and Security will be provided! Tickets are $20 and can be purchased at the link below.

https://www.thecmechurchced.org/.../youth-sneaker-ball

Monday Motivations from CYYAC Worship

Chrissy Beasley - 5th Episcopal District Youth Vice President

Philippians 4:13 - I can do all things through him who strengthens me.

Engaged

#cyyac24 #cyyacworship #cmecyam #IAmCME #iamfree24 #greensboronc

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 Announcing the 2024-2025

Connectional Clinical Pastoral Education (CCPE) Program

Connectional Clinical Pastoral Education Program, an educational experience for ministers and laypersons of all denominations to enhance their professional pastoral skills and personal development but are unable to be in a traditional CPE program due to time or other restrictions. It also enables probationary ministers in the Christian Methodist Episcopal Church (CME) to meet the requirement of one unit of CPE for full connection clergy membership. This unique program brings ministers from across the country together and in small groups for interactive, reflective learning using their own community and place of ministry as the context.

The focus of this CPE program is on ministry in the congregation. Participants must have an approved place of ministry in order to complete the required hours in ministry each month of the program. The recommendation of a presiding bishop or supervising pastor is required as well. In addition to the ministry hours, attendance at all sessions is required.

There will be written assignments, readings and some internet-based assignments. The program operates under the auspices of the Academy for Public Theology through the Office of the CME Endorser. The faculty is comprised of certified CPE Supervisors and certified professional chaplains.

TUITION is $550, which includes $50 non-refundable application fee, a $150 deposit once accepted into the program and a balance of $350 payable before the program begins. The tuition includes the required books. There is currently no scholarship program, however a payment plan can be arranged.

HOW TO APPLY FOR

CONNECTIONAL CLINICAL PASTORAL EDUCATION

 The electronic application is available at:

https://myaptprograms.com/programs/connectional-clinical-pastoral-education/

The application includes several parts: a Digital Face Sheet, forms and essay questions.

Applications must be submitted electronically.

Incomplete applications will not be considered.

 Space is limited in each group, so apply early!

  For more information, send an email to: 

[email protected]

 

We also have made the application process an electronic one. Feel free to share this info with others. Please note we have changed the website and email:

Website: https://myaptprograms.com/

Email:  [email protected]

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Released by Bishop Teresa E. Snorton 

 CME Endorsing Agent for Chaplaincy and CPE Program Coordinator

 Fees should be paid electronically at

https://buy.stripe.com/aEU4infQw7NA5dS4gg

or

by mail payable to “Academy for Public Theology” to:

Connectional CPE Program

Academy for Public Theology

P. O. Box 5069

Sun City Center, FL 33571

Vacation Bible School Resources

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Save 10% and get Free Shipping at Group.com with promo code CMEVBS24

 Have questions about Scuba VBS for the CME? Email us at [email protected] or call Rev. Roderick Lewis: 901.396.5400

New Book Release

 

Dr. Carmichael D. Crutchfield wants you to learn more about his latest book entitled "Raising Faithful Kids: This is the stuff of faith," featuring various Christian Education scholars across the country. 

The purpose of this resource is to equip parents and caregivers with tools and processes for sharing faith formation. We wrote this book to help you consider the faith and values you hope to share with your children! 

Download the official flyer below to learn more and how you can secure your copy upon it's release!

View/Download the Newsletter here

The May 2024 issue of The Christian Index is available to purchase for online viewing here.

Subscribe to The Missionary Messenger.

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.

View the Ninth Episcopal District's Nexus Newsletter

May 31st, 2024 - Presiding Bishop of the 11th Episcopal District, Bishop K. Lawson Adjei had a Communion Worship Service at Grace Family CME Church in Nairobi. The service was attended by Pastors of the connection who were just arriving, Women's Missionary Society members, Youths and Young Adult (YAC) and Lay Council members. The preacher for the Service was a YAC preacher, Rev Moses Kamau from Central District of the Church in Kenya. He urged the delegates from 1Cor. 11:23ff to see the Communion as the blood with new testament relevance for salvation. Prior to the Service, Bishop had a caucus meeting with the 6 Presiding Elders of Kenya Region Annual Conference. Women's Missionary Council Leadership also concurrently had their service whilst the Bishop was meeting with the Elders.1st Lady Mercy was their guest speaker. Bishop addressed the Missionary Society members by affirming their ongoing Women's empowerment programme. Bishop pledged to support the fund with $500.00.1st Mercy and Bishop were presented with gifts portraying that they are warriors of the church in Kenya. Indeed, the service has set the tone for successful annual conference which opens tomorrow 1st June, 2024. To God alone be the glory. Photos and caption by Bishop K. Lawson Adjei.

The 10th Episcopal District Web Site: https://www.tenthdistrictcme.org/

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.

The College of Bishops of the Christian Methodist Episcopal Church

Liturgical Calendars

The Episcopal Address by Bishop Teresa Snorton from the 2022 General Conference of the Christian Methodist Episcopal Church is available for viewing and downloading here.

Photo Albums of the 2022 General Conference can be viewed at the official CME Facebook page.

View the Episcopal Address and Worship Services Video Series.

Download NCC's new #VotingMatters 2024 Election Empowerment Guide that helps clergy and lay leaders in our member communions and other faith leaders to navigate election season and share critical voting information that promotes action on the congregational level.

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."

Supported by the National Council of Churches of Christ in the U.S.A. Additional information is here.

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