From Willimon After Their Ann. Conf. – NUMBERS
Wednesday, June 17th, 2009
It’s All About Numbers Although I’ve never heard this comment from a bishop, a pastor, or a church that was growing, a frequently heard comment in response to our Conference Priorities, from those who have limited their ministry to decline is, “So? It’s all about the numbers.” Though I don’t see much indication that we [...]
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It’s All About Numbers Although I’ve never heard this comment from a bishop, a pastor, or a church that was growing, a frequently heard comment in response to our Conference Priorities, from those who have limited their ministry to decline is, “So? It’s all about the numbers.” Though I don’t see much indication that we [...]
Read full post...Conference On line Ministry Sets New Records
Wednesday, June 17th, 2009
The Online and Web Ministry of the Annual Conference event went to a new level in 2009 and a record number of persons logged on to watch the Conference live and read about it. According to computer records, there were 1,848 views of the live stream. The average viewer watched for 22 minutes. The Conference [...]
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The Online and Web Ministry of the Annual Conference event went to a new level in 2009 and a record number of persons logged on to watch the Conference live and read about it. According to computer records, there were 1,848 views of the live stream. The average viewer watched for 22 minutes. The Conference [...]
Read full post...Conference to Return, be One Day Shorter
Wednesday, June 17th, 2009
The 2009 Annual Conference determined the location of the 2010 Annual Conference as the Greenville Convention Center. The Bishop sets the time of the Conference and it was announced that the dates will be June 10th through 12th, one day shorter than usual, as a way of being good stewards of our funds.
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The 2009 Annual Conference determined the location of the 2010 Annual Conference as the Greenville Convention Center. The Bishop sets the time of the Conference and it was announced that the dates will be June 10th through 12th, one day shorter than usual, as a way of being good stewards of our funds.
Read full post...Annual Conference Wrap Up (in part)
Wednesday, June 17th, 2009
Saturday’s closing worship and sending forth included a new form of witness instead of the traditional Methodist Lovefeast. This year, four speakers came forward to share stories of God’s good work amongst us, followed by reflections from members of the congregation. Reverend Dr. Roger Elliott delivered the final sermon on the priority of the church [...]
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Saturday’s closing worship and sending forth included a new form of witness instead of the traditional Methodist Lovefeast. This year, four speakers came forward to share stories of God’s good work amongst us, followed by reflections from members of the congregation. Reverend Dr. Roger Elliott delivered the final sermon on the priority of the church [...]
Read full post...New 2010 Budget Adopted at end of Conference
Wednesday, June 17th, 2009
Our Conference Committee on Finance and Administration presented a revised 2010 budget and a 2011 budget for the Conference. Usually, budgets are determined one year, raised the next year, and spent in the following year. While this is still the normal practice, unusual economic conditions have necessitated adjustments to the 2010 budget. Therefore, the Conference [...]
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Our Conference Committee on Finance and Administration presented a revised 2010 budget and a 2011 budget for the Conference. Usually, budgets are determined one year, raised the next year, and spent in the following year. While this is still the normal practice, unusual economic conditions have necessitated adjustments to the 2010 budget. Therefore, the Conference [...]
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