LEADERSHIP UPDATE of the Southeast Region

Volume 6, Issue 5 June 2011

Pastors: Please distribute this to your delegates, leaders & congregation

 

 

General Conference: July 13 17, 2011

Its not BUSINESS AS USUAL!

 

General Conference 2011 will celebrate our 150th anniversary as a denomination. Our founder, B. T. Roberts, never intended to form a new church; rather, he simply insisted that we wholeheartedly follow Christ whatever the cost and wherever it led. That original vision and challenge remains unchanged today. As a denomination we now stand at a historic crossroads, desiring to hear a fresh word from the Holy Spirit. We commit that we will joyfully follow the Spirits leading whatever the cost, and wherever it leads.

 

There will be some new aspects to this conference. A few outside the denomination leaders including Richard E. Stearns, president of World Vision, will speak at General Conference to broaden our view of how God is working around the globe. Believing that God will speak to us individually and collectively, a large portion of time is being set aside at General Conference for the purpose of listening, discussing and discerning together. All attendees not just elected delegates - will be organized into one of four ministry groups. These groups will each focus upon a specific aspect of ministry in the 21st century:

 

 

         EVERY PERSON Ministry how each person might more deeply experience life transformation and become a vibrant witness to others within their personal sphere of influence.

         EVERY CHURCH Ministry how each congregation might more fully become a place of healing and wholeness, and exist for the purpose of being a missionary outpost to their community and beyond.

         EVERY MEANS Ministry how individuals and groups and congregations might dare to be more creative and innovative, trying new things to reach others, and discarding methods which are no longer effective.

         EVERY PLACE Ministry how to become sensitized to unique opportunities for ministry in our immediate neighborhoods, a little further away, and globally.

 

From these four ministry groups will come plans and recommendations to the presented to the entire general conference.

For the past 180 days, our Bishops have called us to pray and fast that we might clearly and unitedly discern what the Holy Spirit is saying to the FMC at this historic juncture. If at all possible, make plans to come to New York to participate in this gathering. If you must remain at home, the www.gc11.org website will live-stream the main addresses.

 

Lets each pray, asking God to launch our denomination into a season of mission together that will be our most faithful and fruitful yet.

 

Supt. Darrel Riley

(information taken from Whats Next? GC11 preview, Light & Life Magazine)

 

 

 

UPDATE on HAITI HOMES with LELAND SAYERS

Leland Sayers (Lakeland FL) announces enough funds have come in to fill a storage container with several homes for pastors. Tampa Celebration will pack the container in June, and it should arrive in Haiti in late August or September. If you would like to help with training Haitians to set up the homes, contact Leland: lejosayers@aol.com, 863-858-6361

 

 

 

EVERY PERSON A PASSIONATE PRAY-ER:

 

Pray that we become INWARDLY HEALTHY & OUTWARDLY FOCUSED congregations,

comprised of Spirit FILLED & SPILLED believers,

who work together to RIP THE ROOF and bring others closer to Jesus.

 

June 2011

SOUTH ATLANTIC CONFERENCE

GCC CONFERENCE

May 20 June 4

 

Miami: Hosanna

Pastor Javier Mendoza (Martha)

hosannainternacional@hotmail.com

 

Monterey LA: Acme

Pastors Wade & Cindy Robinson

chapel37chick@gmail.com

June 5 - 11

 

Miami: Melrose

Pastor Robert Lagrange (Jenny)

PastorLagrange@gmail.com

 

Olla LA: Antioch

Delegate E. W. Nugent (Judy)

485 Hwy 770 Olla LA 71465

 

June 12 - 18

Naples: Evangelical Haitian

Pastor Joseph Cyprien (Carmene)

sonfortune@yahoo.com

 

Olla LA: Summerville

Pastor H. Glenn Roark (Levena)

Glenn.Roark@bakerhughes.com

June 19 - 25

 

Nassau: Grace & Peace Wesleyan

Pastor Henley Perry (Alma)

Hperry2008@hotmail.com

 

Pass Christian MS: Word of Hope CPP

Pastor Tommy Gammill (Mickie)

mickie@cableone.net

 

June 26 July 2

 

 

Ocala: Bread of Life

Pastor Tommy Dennis (Stephany)

pastortommy@tampabay.rr.com

 

Pineville LA: Edgewood

Pastor Alex Bigger (Felisha)

biggeriv@yahoo.com

 

 

 

PARTNER with our SOUTHEAST REGION MISSIONARIES:

Recent newsletters, blogs and support information on each family is available on-line at www.fmwm.org (then click on Missionaries tab). You can also email them:

 

Josh & Susy Fajardo (Spain) JFajardoM@aol.com

 

Mike & Maria Long (Greece) Longmm@the.forthnet.gr

 

Jack Munos (Haiti) haiti4christjak@yahoo.com

 

Rick & Cookie Ireland (Haiti) rick.ireland@yahoo.com

 

 

 

WILLOW CREEK LEADERSHIP SUMMIT:

 

Summers beginning is a reminder to register for the Willow Creek Leadership Summit which will take place Thurs Fri, Aug 11 12 at simulcast sites around the world. Many congregations find this a must attend event for their leaders as a way to prepare for the coming school year of ministry.

 

Read about this years speakers & registration details at www.willowcreek.com/summit.

Those on the west coast can register for the group rate under Cornerstones membership by contacting Carole at cskinney@tampabay.rr.com or calling 727-343-7747, and attending the Lutz site (Tampa). The Early Bird Rate ends on Tuesday, June 28.

 

 

INDIVIDUAL CONFERENCE NEWS

 

SOUTH ATLANTIC CONFERENCE:

 

 

POST ANNUAL CONFERENCE UPDATES:

 

NEW APPOINTMENTS:

         Tommy Dennis is appointed to Ocala: Bread of Life. His cell and email remain the same. A new mailing address will be sent out when housing is finalized.

         Jason Leadingham is transferring in from the New South Conference, and is appointed as a staff pastor to St Pete: Cornerstone, effective July 1. Cell: 910-578-0300, email: jason.leadingham@yahoo.com; mailing address yet to be finalized.

 

CDs OF MESSAGES:

Three audios of main messages from Annual Conference are available at the June Regional Training Events ($5 for all 3 CDs):

         Supt Rileys An Every Person Dream

         Bishop Rollers A Culture of Kingdom Expansion & Jesus Rules for Pot Lucks

 

CALENDAR:

 

Fri, June 10: DEADLINE to register for the 2011 SAC Youth Camp

Contact Camp Director Genniser deVega for info or to register: genniser@aol.com

 

Fri - Mon, July 8 11: SAC YOUTH CAMP

Theme: Bridging the Gap. Location: Camp Geneva in Fruitland Park. Cost: $200

 

WedSun, July 13-17: GENERAL CONFERENCE in Rochester, NY

Check the website often: www.gc11.org

Pray daily for a fresh moving of the Spirit at Conference

Participate thru live streaming of the General Sessions daily if you cannot attend.

 

Fri Sat, Aug 5 6: SAC Cabinet Overnight Retreat at Lakeland Park

In depth prayer & planning for District Leaders, BOA members, and both district and conference MEG-MAC members. This weekend will be the catalyst for ministry momentum in the coming school year

 

Thurs, Aug 18: Mentor Training at Asbury Seminary; breakouts for FM CMC Mentors

 

 

 

FALL REGIONAL TRAINING EVENT LOCATIONS:

Bring your Summer Trimester On Purpose Report (May August review)

 

Sat, Aug 27 Central FL (9:30am - lunch) Orlando First Spanish

 

Sat, Sept 10 South FL (9:30am lunch) Hialeah: Ministerios Nueva Vision

 

Sat, Oct 8 : West Coast FL Celebration Gathering at Lake Seminole Park, 10015 Park

Blvd (74th Ave N. Seminole, FL 33777). Details soon. Save the date.

 

 

 

Tues Wed, Oct 4 - 5: Southeast USA MISSIO INTENSIVE

Missio Intensives are a guided working lab to help your church find the balance of meaningful gatherings and scattered incarnational communities. The Missio Intensive is being hosted by Browns Mill Community Church in Newnan GA, a FM Church Plant. Limit: 200. Read more about it at www.missio.us

 

Fri-Sat, Oct 28-29: RIP FEST 3 with Bishop Roller at St. Pete: Cornerstone.

 

 

INDIVIDUAL CONFERENCE NEWS

 

AL-GA MISSION CONFERENCE:

 

Wed-Sun, July 13 17: GENERAL CONFERENCE in Rochester, New York.

Clergy Delegates: Keith Cowart; reserve: Lewis Bunn

Lay Delegates: Christi Bunn; reserve: Tom Williams

 

Fri Sun, Aug 19 - 21: GEORGIA Weekend with Supt. Riley:

Fri, Aug 19: GA District Pastors Mtg, 9am lunch at Columbus: Christ Community

Sat, Aug 20: Supt Darrel meets individually with GA pastors

Sun, Aug 21: Installation of Pastor Eric Newman at Macon First, 11am

 

Sat, Sept 24: FALL RALLY DAY: ING! with Bishop Roller for all AL-GA congregations at Christ Community Church in Columbus GA. This is a must attend event for all pastors, delegates and lay leaders.

 

Tues Wed, Oct 4 - 5: Southeast USA MISSIO INTENSIVE

Missio Intensives are a guided working lab to help your church find the balance of meaningful gatherings and scattered incarnational communities. The Missio Intensive is being hosted by Browns Mill Community Church in Newnan GA, a FM Church Plant. Limit: 200. Read more about it at www.missio.us

 

 

 

GULF COAST CONFERENCE:

 

Mon Fri, June 13 17: GCC FAMILY CAMP at the Church of God Camp in Pollock LA

Call Katy Price at 318-466-5770 for housing information or to register

The following are this years camp presenters:

Rex Bullock, Camp Evangelist.

FMC Pastor and speaker for Dayspring, an international radio outreach

Cheri Taylor, Camp Worship Leader

Singer and speaker from southern Indiana

Jeremy & Melissa Howard, Camp Youth Leaders

Seasoned camp counselors and youth leaders from Kansas City, Missouri

 

Mon Fri, June 13 17: Individual PASTORS MEETINGS with Supt Riley:

Again this year, each pastor is to schedule a time to meet privately with Supt. Darrel for a time of reflection, prayer and direction.

 

Sat, June 18: ANNUAL CONFERENCE with Bishop Roller and Supt Riley

Location: Church of God Camp in Pollock LA. 9:00am 12:45pm

 

Sun, June 19: AM: Supt Darrel installs Stanley Paulk as pastor at Deville: New Hope FMC

PM: Supt Darrel leads evening worship at Jonesville: Oak Grove FMC

 

Wed-Sun, July 13 17: GENERAL CONFERENCE in Rochester, New York.

Clergy Delegate: Monty Bower

Lay Delegate: S. Alan Tinsley; reserve: Hershal Paul

 

Sat, Oct 1: FALL RALLY DAY: ING! with Bishop Roller for all GCC Congregations.

Save the date!