Category: Connectional Organizations

Judicial Council Grants Appeal of Bishop Messiah; Council of Bishops Decision Overturned

On November 22, 2019, the Judicial Council of the African Methodist Episcopal Church by a 5-3 vote issued a decision granting the appeal of Bishop Wilfred Jacobus Messiah regarding his… Read More »

Civil Disagreement: A Dying Art

By Ms. Jordan DeVeaux, 2nd VP, Connectional YPD Disagreement is a necessary art to master within the human experience. Diversity of opinion is crucial to our survival. A farmer could… Read More »

Louisiana Annual Conference Reiterates Commitment to Justice and Community Mobilization

By Rev. Ritney A. Castine, 8th Episcopal District The annual conference is always such an interesting time. This rings particularly true as we all look towards the 2020 General Conference…. Read More »

Connectional Health Commission Establishes Partnership to Treat Sickle Cell Anemia

Connectional Health Commission Establishes Partnership to Treat Sickle Cell Anemia In January 2019, the International Health Commission—in collaboration with Isaiah Inspires—established a partnership with Jones Tabernacle AME Church in Philadelphia (pastored… Read More »

From PK to Spouse in 3.5 seconds?

By Alytrius Bridgers, Publicity Chair, Conn-M-SWAWO + PK’S It may not have been that quick but both were unexpected positions. When my mother answered her call to ministry I was… Read More »

Echoes from the Eighteenth

Echoes from the Eighteenth The Eighteenth Episcopal District is excited to share the amazing work and opportunities of the District with our Connectional brothers and sisters as well as their… Read More »

Believe!

By Richard Norris, III, Connectional YPD President It is my distinct honor and privilege to greet you for the very first time on behalf of the thousands of Allen’s youth… Read More »

2nd annual Climate Metrics Survey

2nd annual Climate Metrics Survey The African Methodist Episcopal Church is fielding its 2nd annual Climate Metrics Survey with Blessed Tomorrow from September 16-26. We are grateful for this tool, which offers insights… Read More »

WMS Quadrennial Report

WMS Quadrennial Report By H. Matthew Seawright, 9th Episcopal District The spirit of Christian mission was alive in every heart during the 19th Quadrennial Session of the Women’s Missionary Society…. Read More »

YPD Quadrennial Report

YPD Quadrennial Report By Jocelyn Iglehart, 5thEpiscopal District  Hundreds of young people from around the world gathered in Columbus, Ohio, for the 19th Quadrennial Convention of the Young People’s and Children’s… Read More »

Judicial Council denies Appeal; Bishop Kawimbe Removed from 19th Episcopal District

Judicial Council denies Appeal; Bishop Kawimbe Removed from 19thEpiscopal District On September 6, 2019, the Judicial Council of the African Methodist Episcopal Church issued a decision denying the appeal of… Read More »

Updated Advertising Policy for The Christian Recorder

Updated Advertising Policy for The Christian Recorder The Christian Recorderis the official organ of the AME Church. Due to various inquiries to our office, we are sharing our updated advertising policy…. Read More »