Tag: College of Bishops
NCJ bishops announce Special Session
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The North Central Jurisdiction will hold a Special Session on January 23 to approve the creation of two new episcopal areas.
NCJ bishops lead the way in mission
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Bishops from the North Central Jurisdiction recently experienced the work done by ministry partner Midwest Mission by participating in hands-on mission projects.
NCJ committee proposes return to 9 bishops
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The Committee on Episcopacy recommends to delegates to the upcoming North Central Jurisdictional Conference that the number of active bishops is not sustainable and should be returned to nine until… Continue Reading NCJ committee proposes return to 9 bishops
NCJ Conf defines path for the future
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On Nov. 10-11, 2021, NCJ delegates talked about anti-racism, the future of The UMC, voted to reduce NCJ bishops by one, and also approved “The Covenant to Build BeLoved Community.”
NCJ puts focus on Building BeLoved Community
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Delegates of the North Central Jurisdiction met online Nov. 10-11, to name priorities and approve a “Covenant to Build Beloved Community.” They also affirmed the Bishops’ Narrative for The UMC.
NCJ College of Bishops commits to antiracism
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The North Central Jurisdiction College of Bishops commits to deep prayer, listening, prophetic witness, and the promotion of antiracism.