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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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Application portal for Reimagining Children's Ministry Cohort 3 is now open!
We are thrilled to announce that the application process for Reimagining Children’s Ministry (RCM) Cohort 3 is open from now through September 15th! RCM Cohorts 1 & 2, comprising 28 local churches, have successfully engaged with and provided valuable feedback on the Prayer and Worship materials currently being developed for the CME Church. These resources focus on two key areas: (1) integrating children into congregational worship and (2) nurturing the spiritual discipline of prayer.
The Reimagining Children’s Ministry project is designed to develop resources that intentionally connect children with worship and offer professional development opportunities for pastors, children’s ministry leaders, and volunteers. In creating these materials, we thoughtfully incorporate the arts, accommodate children with mild exceptionalities, and ensure they relate to the everyday lives of children.
Access Free RCM Curriculum for your local church here!
Local churches interested in joining this impactful initiative are invited to apply for Cohort 3. The application window is open from now until September 15th.
If your church applied for the 2024 or 2025 cohort and was not selected, we encourage you to apply again for the 2026 cohort.
Click here to apply.
Application closes September 15th!
With Gratitude,
Bishop Teresa E. Snorton, Program Development Officer
Reimagining Children's Ministry Planning Team Members
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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!
Our 8-week series will cover essential financial topics to help you build a strong financial foundation, including:
Fall 2025 Sessions Overview
Prework for Participants (Replays and resources provide a foundational understanding to complement the live sessions)
Dr. Carmichael Crutchfield: Spirituality of Money
Dr. Victor Taylor: Finance
Attorney Ernest Brooks: Estate Planning
Live Sessions Beginning September 2nd
September 2nd - Session 1: Money Autobiography Financial Reflections and Writing Your Money Story
Instructor: Rev. Fekecia Gunn
September 9th - Session 2: History of Black Money and Finance
Instructor: Rev. Jermaine Woods
September 16th - Session 3: Establishing and Building Credit
Instructor: Rev. Jermaine Woods
September 23rd Session 4: Budgeting, Banking, and Investment Options
Instructor: Rev. Jermaine Woods
September 30th - Session 5: Eliminating Debt
Instructor: Dr. Natalie Walker
October 7th - No Class. See you at the Unity Summit!
October 14th- Session 6: Creating Multiple Streams of Income
Instructor: Dr. Natalie Walker
October 21st - Session 7: Investing in Your Financial Future
401K and Stock Portfolios
Instructor: Dr. Natalie Walker
October 28th - Session 8: Using Life Insurance to Build Generational Wealth
Instructor: Rev. Richard McKay
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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God, Goals. & Gradebooks is designed to equip youth with tools and insights to navigate the demands of school life with unwavering faith. Our goal is to empower them to balance faith, ambition, & academics.
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God: The Anchor of Our Ambition
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Goals: Charting The Christ-Centered Course
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Gradebooks: Stewarding God's Gift of Education
This simulcast event will take place online and be hosted by local churches across the church. The goal is to have at least 10-15 locations per region. The activities will include student prayers, vision boards, words of encouragement, and so much more. Visit cmecym.org/events to register your church.
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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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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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Tune into Presiding Bishop Charley Hames, Jr. of the 9th Episcopal District podcast, The Leverage Factor! It airs every Thursday at 5 pm PST, 8 pm EST.
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ELEVENTH EPISCOPAL DISTRICT
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Photos from the Connectional Young Adult Ministry's Abide 2025 Pop Up Retreat held Friday, September 5th and Saturday, September 6th. Williams Memorial CME Church in HIgh Point, NC (Pastor Robert Williams) hosted the final stop of the ABIDE 2025 Pop-Up Retreat.
Congratulations to CYAM President Jamea S. Grace and the CYAM leadership team for a job well done preparing a space for rest, renewal, and real connection.. Dr. Carmichael Crutchfield is the General Secretary of the Department of Christian Education and Formation, and Bishop Denise Anders-Modest is the Department Chair.
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PRESTIGIOUS HONOR - Memphis advocate Velma Louis Jones, the longtime president of the Tennessee Education Association, is one of the nominees for this year's Freedom Awards, an annual recognition by the National Civil Rights Museum honoring the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. View the news story here. fox13.tv/4mOCnZo .
Dr. Velma Lois Jones is a member of Trinity CME Church in Memphis (Bishop Marvin F Thomas, Sr,, Pastor)
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On August 31, 2025, Presiding Bishop K.Lawson Adjei was honored to worship with Bethel CME Church in Accra, Ghana. The day was set aside under the auspices of the Youths & Young Adults as African Day. Members were dressed in various cultural outfits within the continent of Africa. Indeed, they also sang some African songs from East and Southern Africa, while others gave the church historical sketch of the Zulu in South Africa, Masai from Kenya, Ivory Coast, Egypt, Uganda and Ghanaian cultural heritage. The service was very insightful and with a feeling of being proudly African. To God be the glory. Photos and caption used with permission by Bishop Adjei.
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HBCU Weekend! Miles College Golden Bears faced off against Virginia Union in the 2025 Black College Football Hall of Fame Classic in in Canton, OH!
Miles College President Bobbie Knight, Vice President of Student Affairs Rev. Leon Parker are shown with Pastor Detrick Hadddon,the guest artist at the event.
Evon Peterson, Sister Evangeline Armour and other members of Bethel C.M.E. Church in Canton, OH were backup singers for Pastor Haddon. Photos and captions provided by Rev. Leon Parker and Evon Peterson.
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There’s still time to join the Golden Bear family! Miles College is a private historically black college in Fairfield, Alabama. Founded in 1898, it is one of four colleges of the Christian Methodist Episcopal Church and a member of the United Negro College Miles College offer a wide range of majors, numerous extracurricular activities, and endless opportunities for scholars to grow academically, professionally, and personally.
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🚩 THE ITC’s CERTIFICATE OF THEOLOGY PROGRAM HAS ADDED TWO FINAL INFORMATION SESSIONS!
🗓️ INFORMATION SESSION - Saturday, September 6, 2025
⏰ 11:00 A.M. EDT
💡Join Zoom Meeting -
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81589620198?pwd=bn6By1ogc176pFJ8WLehue1lYMOWCq.1
Meeting ID: 815 8962 0198
Passcode: 747216
🗓️ INFORMATION SESSION - Monday, September 8, 2025
⏰ 7:00 P.M. EDT
💡Join Zoom Meeting -
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88615916715?pwd=2B23Etuqx8oG92e8waL6qlFwMjItYy.1
Meeting ID: 886 1591 6715
Passcode: 277477
The ITC’s Certificate of Theology program provides a strong foundation in theology, ministry and spiritual leadership. Each weekly ONLINE VIRTUAL session blends academic study with Sankofa Practice, bridging historical wisdom with real-world application.
This program is ideal for clergy, laypersons and lifelong learners seeking spiritual growth and practical insight. Eight (8) Courses are required to complete the Certificate of Theology.
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The Interdenominational Theological Center of Atlanta, GA (ITC), is excited to announce two New Fall Online Course offerings and the Exclusive Release of 4 New Books!
1 Enrollment for the Certificate of Theology is now open:
Classes Start September 9, 2025- Introduction-New Testament
Classes will be held every Tuesday evenings (7:00 PM – 8:15 PM) (Online)
Please click this link for more information and enrollment:
https://www.itc.edu/certificate-program/certificate-of-theology/
Classes will be held every Thursday evenings (7:00 PM – 8:15 PM)
Certificate of Theology | ITC
The Interdenominational Theological Center (ITC) is excited to introduce the Certificate of Theology, a dynamic 8-course,( NOT for credit) year-long program designed to equip learners with a solid foundation in theology, ministry, and spiritual leadership. Each 4-week course integrates academic study with Sankofa Practice, connecting historical insight to present-day ...
www.itc.edu
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2. Enrollment for the next “The ITC Certificate of Theology (Beta) Course”
Please share this link with family, friends, congregations, clergy, and spiritual caregivers.
Course Dates Sept 4, 2025 – Sept 25, 2025 Class
Classes will be held every Thursday evenings (7:00 PM – 8:15 PM).
https://www.itc.edu/certificate-program/certificate-of-theology/beta/
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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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No Virtual Weekly Bible Study: RESUMES IN THE FALL
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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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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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