Tag: 2016 North Central Jurisdictional Conference
We welcome Bishop Bard
On July 16 newly consecrated Bishop David A. Bard was assigned to The Michigan Area. Michigan United Methodists respond.
NCJ video wrap-up
A five-minute video highlights elections, delegate perspectives and significant activities that took place at the North Central Jurisdictional Conference.
A bishop with a black eye
Rev. Jack Harnish blesses the newly elected bishops of The United Methodist Church and says, “I am so proud to be a United Methodist, from Coke to Haller.”
Bishop Deb offers hope
Bishop Deborah Lieder Kiesey shared a prophetic message in the pulpit and on the keyboard during the North Central Jurisdictional Conference.
NCJ delegates elect 3
When voting was done Wednesday night, after ten ballots, NCJ delegates had elected three new bishops of The United Methodist Church.
NCJ elects Laurie Haller
The North Central Jurisdiction elected the Rev. Laurie Haller bishop on the 13th ballot taken mid-day Thursday, July 14.
Delegates listen, pray and decide
With elections over, Friday’s agenda at the North Central Jurisdictional Conference offered time for conversations and relationships.
Living together in ministry
In Friday morning’s worship service Bishop John L. Hopkins considered the church and its legacy to future generations.
NCJ blessed by e-voting
The North Central Jurisdictional Conference used electronic voting for the first time in 2016. The hand-held devices proved to be a blessing.
Bishop Jung calls for unity
Bishop Hee-Soo Jung shared a prophetic word at during NCJ morning worship on July 14.