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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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Dear CME Clergy and Lay,
The Bold Money Matters Fall 2025 Financial Education Series is here, and it’s packed with new opportunities to enhance your financial literacy and take steps toward financial empowerment.
📅 When: September 2nd – October 28th, 2025
🕗 Time: Tuesdays at 8 PM EST
🎓 Who: CME Clergy and Lay
Register Now!
Exclusive Benefits for Eligible Clergy Participants
Clergy who attend all 8 live Fall 2025 sessions will be eligible to apply for the Ministerial Excellence Fund (MEF) Awards starting October 30th, 2025.
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MEF Awards are made possible through the Lilly Endowment Inc. and CME Church matching funds.
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Since 2023, the program has awarded more than $300,000 to eligible clergy who completed the series!
Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to earn recognition for your commitment to financial education.
💻 Visit www.BoldMoneyMatters.org to access your online library, register for the sessions, and watch the prework and previous replays.
Don’t miss this opportunity to invest in yourself and your future! Register Now!
Email PDO@thecmechurch.org if you have questions or need assistance.
Together, let’s empower our community through financial literacy.
Blessings,
Bishop Teresa E. Snorton, Ecumenical Bishop and Development Officer for The CME Church
Bold Money Matters Team
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Christian Educators Retreat 2026 and Retirement Celebration for
Dr. Carmichael D. Crutchfield
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.”
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 General Secretary of Christian Education and Formation. 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.
Please register by visiting here: https://www.thecmechurchced.org/event-details/christian-educators-retreat-retirement-celebrationn
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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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ELEVENTH EPISCOPAL DISTRICT
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Photographer: Rev. K . Edward Neal
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Congratulations to Presiding Bishop Marvin Frank Thomas, Sr. and the First Episcopal District and their partnership with the Memphis Theological Seminary to present the pilot program, Certificate in Wesleyan-Methodist Leadership & Congregational Justice.
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(October 12th, 2025, Memphis TN) Presiding Bishop K. Lawson Adjei of the 11th Episcopal District was the guest speaker at Trinity CME Church in Memphis - Bishop Marvin Frank /Thomas, Sr., Pastor). . An outdoor worship service was held to advance the course of mission and evangelism.
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Congratulations to National Civil Rights Museum Freedom Award honoree Dr. Velma Lois Jones, a proud member of Trinity CME Church in Memphis, TN, Pastor Bishop Marvin Frank Thomas, Sr. span>
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Additional information is here.
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Groundbreaking Works. Fresh Perspectives. Lasting Impact.
The Interdenominational Theological Center (ITC) Atlanta, GA proudly announces the exclusive release of four groundbreaking and innovative works. They offer fresh perspectives on Sankofa practice, reimagine Leadership vs. Management in the Church, enrich Spiritual Care in Memory Care Settings, and explore new horizons in AI & Theological Engagement.
These distinguished professors are advancing scholarship that helps leaders in faith communities thrive in a rapidly changing world. They inspire the next generation of leaders and thinkers. They empower personal spiritual growth that transforms lives.
Dr. Willie G-dman, Dr. Anthony McCallum, & Dr. Darryl Claybon
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The CME Church Faith Assistant is Now Available on the CME Website
The Department of Communication and Information Technology (CIT) is 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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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 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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WASHINGTON, DC – Friends of the Congo, The National Council of Churches in Christ, Trinity United Church of Christ, The Historic Ebenezer Baptist Church, Living Water AME Church, Redeemers Church of Christ, The United Methodist Church General Board of Church and Society, and a collective of other faith institutions will kick off their Congo Global Prayer Campaign on Sunday, October 19. This yearlong worldwide, interfaith initiative calls for people across the globe to stand in solidarity with the people of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) through united, intentional prayers for peace, justice, and healing. Additional information here.
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CONNECT... ENGAGE... EMPOWER...INFORM !
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