FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: March 24, 2024 Bishop Sharma D. Lewis announces the appointment of two new district superintendents, a senior pastor, a retirement and a new director of connectional ministries. All appointments are effective July 1, 2024. Rev. Lynn B. Mote Rev. Lynn B. Mote will become district superintendent of District ...
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: March 22, 2024 God is our refuge and strength, a help always near in times of great trouble. That’s why we won’t be afraid when the world falls apart, when the mountains crumble into the center of the sea, when its waters roar and rage, when the mountains shake because of its surging waves. Psalm 46:1-3 “God is Good! All ...
By: Matthew Johnson, Connectional Ministries and Communications Assistant Rev. Trey Jones, center, is joined by Court Street UMC pastor Rev. David Sellers, right, and lay leader Angela Miller, left. Rev. Trey Jones, associate director of faith community formation, travels the state building relationships with Lighthouse Congregations. ...
By: Matthew Johnson, Connectional Ministries and Communications Assistant Crucifixion scene from Kosciusko First UMC's His Last Days production. Photo courtesy Rev. Gary Glazier In The United Methodist Church, the seven days leading up to Easter Sunday, or Holy Week, is the time we dedicate to recognizing and celebrating the death burial...
By: Matthew Johnson, Connectional Ministries and Communications Assistant Mississippi Conference Delegation The Mississippi Conference Delegation is working diligently reviewing and educating themselves on legislation in preparation for the 2024 General Conference. The quadrennial gathering, being held April 23 through May 3 in Charlotte,...
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: March 21, 2024 In this issue of The Circuit Rider - Read about the importance of Holy Week celebrations, resources for General Conference, the Methodist Foundation's new interest rates and scholarship portal, Chat and Chew 2.0 and faith community formation building relationships to equip Lighthouse Congregations. Also, mark...
By Jasmine Haynes, Communications Specialist Bishop Sharma D. Lewis shared with Chat and Chew 2.0 attendees at First United Methodist Church in Gulfport the purpose of the event. Bishop Sharma D. Lewis, Episcopal Leader of the Mississippi Conference, recently wrapped up Chat and Chew 2.0—a tour with regional stops to gather with United ...
By: Jennifer Allen, Communications Specialist Methodist Foundation of Mississippi If you didn’t know- THE NEW SCHOLARSHIP PORTAL IS OPEN!!!!! I think everyone from North Mississippi to the Gulf Coast might’ve heard our cheers the day it went live. We are thrilled to be able to offer our applicants a registration process that is helpful for all and...
By Walter Roberts Jr., Director of Student Ministry at Galloway Memorial UMC District Four students work together in group activity. Photo courtesy Walter Roberts Jr. Youth in District Four, formerly known as the East and West Jackson Districts, gathered for “The Connection,” a weekend event designed specifically for them, which took ...
The Ole Miss Wesley Foundation at the University of Mississippi is seeking to hire a director to create a welcoming and supportive environment for students to explore and grow in their faith, while also encouraging them to engage with the wider community to put their faith into action. CANDIDATE PROFILE: Actively listen to God and grow in their ...
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