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Lay Ministry News

Barbara Campbell Elected President of C.M.E. Lay Council at Connectional Lay Institute

Congratulations to the newly elected officers of the Lay Council:

President: Mrs. Barbara Campbell, President (Sixth Episcopal District)

Secretary: Mrs. Joyce Crowder, (Eighth Episcopal District)

Assistant Secretary: Ms. Toni Jackson-Williams (Ninth Episcopal District)

Treasurer: Mr. Otis Bennett (Ninth Episcopal District)

Steward President: Mr. Charles Taylor (Third Episcopal District)

Stewardess President: Mrs. Jolinda Dugger (First Episcopal District)

Usher President: Ms. Diana Winton (Ninth Episcopal District)

College of Bishops call for Health Care Reform

with Public Option

Press Release from the Christian Methodist Episcopal Church
Commission on Social Justice and Human Concerns.

Young Adult Ministry News

The New Web Site of the Connectional Young Adult Ministry of the CME Church

Greetings in the Matchless Name of Jesus the Christ!

It is with great joy that the Connectional Young Adult Ministry of the Christian Methodist Episcopal Church announces the availability of its new official Web site!

Please visit the Official CYAM Web site at:

http://www.c-m-e.org/cyam/

Come experience what’s new among the Young Adults across this great Zion!

The site is an intricate part of our effort to ensure that we continue to be relevant and accessible to you, and enhance your experience as Christians, members and leaders of the Christian Methodist Episcopal Church.

Simple-to-use navigation will quickly lead you to the information you are looking for, and the menu bars make it easy to access relevant topics and content. Whether you use our Web site for a simple pursuit of information or a deeper quest for understanding and enlightenment, you will know at a glance about the breadth and depth of resources available to you.

The Connectional Young Adult Ministry Web site will soon include such resources as a monthly Young Adult Newsletter, important announcements and information on upcoming events, monthly Polls on the most relevant topics/issues, and other resources to meet the needs of the Young Adult community at large. Stop by today and register for the upcoming 2009 FOCUS Retreat or stop by the store (coming soon) and purchase the latest gear to promote your C.M.E. and Young Adult pride!

We are working dutifully to provide a Web site that will serve as an indispensable technological resource to you. We welcome and appreciate your comments and suggestions as we continue to grow and improve the site. Visit the site today and show your love of Christ and support of this glorious ministry!

Thank you for your continued support of the Connectional Young Adult Ministry!

Your Servants in Christ,

Mr. Brian L. Magwood, Sr.

President, Connectional Young Adult Ministry

Scam Alert

Extortion Scam Alert across Connection

Dear Colleagues and Members of the Christian Methodist Episcopal Church:

Greetings in the Wondrous Name of Jesus the Christ!

This message is being sent to all members throughout our Connectional Church regarding an extortion scam that is circulating around the country.

Please be aware that there is a scam going on at this time requesting for money from our pastors and churches to aid family members of the CME College of Bishops. There is no truth to this information. At no time should you send money to these persons. Before you respond to any general request for such aid, please contact your Presiding Prelate or Presiding Elder.

Please pass this information on to as many of our Connectional members as possible.

Your prompt attention to this message is appreciated.

In His Service,

Bishop Henry M. Williamson, Sr.

Chairman of the Commission on Social Justice and Human Concerns

of the Christian Methodist Episcopal Church
Presiding Prelate, Ninth Episcopal District

Telephone: 323-294-3830 Fax: 323-294-4167
E-mail: ninthhq@sbcglobal.net

Internet: http://www.ninthdistrictcme.org

Young Adult News

Young Adults call for support to Flood Relief

C.M.E. Connectional Young Adult Pres., Brian Magwood calls attention to the damage to Servants of Christ Ministries during recent Flooding in North Georgia.

Connectional Young Adult Flood Relief Letter

Important Dates

S.E.D. Bishop's Winter Council
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December 4 - 5, 2009
Warner Robins C.M.E. Church
200 Othal H. Lakey Circle
Warner Robins, GA 31088
(478) 923-6326
http://www.warnerrobinscmechurch.com
The Rev. Lindsey Napier, Host Pastor

Annual C.M.E. Pastor's Conference
Phillips School of Theology Founder's Day
January 11 - 14, 2010
Sheraton Gateway Hotel
1900 Sullivan Road
Atlanta, GA 30337
(770) 997-1100
Phillips School of Theology
The Rev. Dr. Marvin Frank Thomas, President Dean
http://www.phillipsschool.org

S.E.D. Christian Training Institute
February 5 - 6, 2010
Corinth C.M.E. Church
215 East Andrews Street
McRae, GA 31055
Telephone: (229) 868-6760
The Rev. Rufus Cole, Jr., Host Pastor

S.E.D. Spring Convocation
March 26 - 27, 2010
Augusta Marriott Hotel & Suites
2 Tenth Street
Augusta, GA 30901
Telephone: (706) 722-8900
Trinity C.M.E. Church
The Rev. Stephen Delaine, Host Pastor

Christian Index Blog

The Christian Index Online Blog

The Christian Index Online is a journaling of tidbits, news and more on the Christian Methodist Episcopal Church and its official publication by editor Dr. Kenneth E. Jones. Visit: http://www.thechristianindexonline.blogspot.com