2010 Official Journal and Yearbook Volume 1

Mississippi Conference The United Methodist Church 2010 Official Journal and Yearbook Volume 1

Arise! Shine! Grow! 2010 Journal Mississippi Conference of The United Methodist Church Uniting The Mississippi Conference (1972) and The North Mississippi Conference (1973)

Twenty Second Session

held in Jackson, MS at Jackson Convention Complex June 11-13, 2010

Journal Editor — Garry Ruff Conference Secretary — Roger Puhr Assistant — Frenchye Magee and Rheannon R. Miller Statistician — David Greer All photos courtesy of the Mississippi United Methodist Communications Bishop Hope Morgan Ward Table of Contents Section I - Administration A. Annual Conference Officers ...... 5 B. Conference Leadership Council...... 6 C. Annual Conference Leadership Groups...... 9 D. Institution Trustees/Directors...... 12 E. Tellers...... 22 F. District Boards/Committees...... 22

Section II - Conference Directory A. Clergy, Diaconal/Deaconess...... 29 B. Lay Members of the Annual Conference...... 87

Section III - Rules A. Standing Rules...... 99 B. Clergy Behavioral Policy...... 105 C. Parsonage Guidelines...... 107 D. Clergy Vacation and Days Off Policy...... 109 E. Safe Sanctuaries Policy...... 110

Section IV - Business of Annual Conference A. Minutes of the Daily Proceedings...... 115 B. Condensed Minutes...... 127 C. Appointments...... 149

Section V - Ministry and Agency Updates A. Connectional Ministries and Table Reports...... 163 B. Financial and Administrative Ministries...... 169 C. Clergy and Ministerial Services ...... 178 D. Other Reports...... 183

Section VI - Resolutions A. Regular...... 187 B. Petitions...... 190 C. Property...... 191 D. General Conference Amendments Update...... 197

Section VII - Historical A. Historical Table...... 201 B. Memoirs...... 202 C. Pictorial...... 219 D. Rolls...... 223 E. Awards...... 234

Section VIII - Financial A. Reports...... 235 B. Budgets...... 246 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

Section I

Administration A. Annual Conference Officers Bishop Hope Morgan Ward P. O. Box 931, Jackson, MS 39205 (601) 948-4561 EXT. 24 Conference Lay Leader Timothy Crisler 2 Pintail Cove, Raymond, MS 39154 (601) 857-0401 Administrative Assistant to the Bishop Embra Jackson P. O. Box 931, Jackson, MS 39205 (601) 948-4561 EXT. 23 Director of Connectional Ministries Steve Casteel P. O. Box 1147, Jackson, MS 39215 (601) 354-0515 EXT. 21 Coordinator of Communications Lisa Michiels P. O. Box 1147, Jackson, MS 39215 (601) 354-0515 EXT. 17 Director of Financial Administration/Treasurer/ Conference Benefits Officer David Stotts P. O. Box 1201, Jackson, MS 39215 (601) 354-0515 EXT. 26 Director of Ministerial Services Lisa Garvin P. O. Box 1147, Jackson, MS 39215 (601) 354-0515 EXT. 32 Conference Secretary Roger Puhr P.O. Box 220 Collins, MS 39428 (601) 765-4906 Minutes Secretary Rheannon Miller 8800 Nutbank Road, Moss Point, MS 39562 Journal Editor Gary Ruff 8 Partridge Place, Long Beach, MS 39560 (228) 861-4981 Statistician David B. Greer P. O. Box 8704, Moss Point, MS 39562 (228) 475-7888 Auditor Horne CPA Group, Jackson Chancellor Clifford B. Ammons United Methodist Women, President Jackie Pennington 707 Tenth Avenue, Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 843-8139 United Methodist Men, President Chris Milone 602 Helm Court, Brandon, MS 39047, MS 39056 (601) 421-6648 United Methodist Youth, President Callie Stewart 13904 Puerto Drive, Ocean Springs, MS 39564 (228) 818-4675 Methodist Foundation, Executive Director Martha Scarborough P. O. Box 2415, Ridgeland, MS 39158 (601) 948-8845 Conference Board of Pensions, Liaison Officer Byrd Hillman, Jr. 25274 Highway 19 North, Kosciusko, MS 39090 (800) 586-0113 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

B. Conference Leadership Council District Abbreviations BRO - Brookhaven MER - Meridian STA - Starkville EJA - East Jackson NAL - New Albany TUP - Tupelo GWD - Greenwood SEA - Seashore WJA - West Jackson HAT - Hattiesburg SEN - Senatobia

1. Officials Chair/President...... Bishop Hope Morgan Ward Vice-Chair...... Timothy Crisler, Conference Lay Leader Recording Secretary...... Roger Puhr, Conference Secretary Statistician...... David B. Greer

2. District Superintendents BRO...... Johnny Crosby, P. O. Box 629, Brookhaven, MS 39602 (601) 833-1619 EJA ...... Giles Lindley, 860 E. River Place, Ste 101, Jackson, MS 39202 (601) 944-0776 GWD...... Victoria L. White, 102 E. Clairborne, Suite 102D, Greenwood, MS 38930 (662) 453-0878 HAT...... Mike Hicks, P. O. Box 2057, Hattiesburg, MS 39403 (601) 264-9181 MER...... Timothy Thompson, 6210 Highway 39 North, Meridian, MS 39305 (601) 483-6221 NAL...... Jerry Beam, P. O. Box 686, New Albany, MS 38652 (662) 534-7733 SEA...... Bill McAlilly, PO Box 6586, Gulfport, MS 39506 (228) 604-2300 SEN...... Victoria L. White/Jerry Beam, P. O. Box 220, Senatobia, MS 38668 (662) 562-5865 STA...... Giles Lindley, P. O. Box 1329, Starkville, MS 39759 (662) 323-0198 TUP...... Jimmy Barnes, P. O. Box 3957, Tupelo, MS 38803 (662) 842-8477 WJA...... Henderson Rasberry, 860 E. River Place, Ste 101, Jackson, MS 39202 (601) 944-0776

3. District Lay Leaders BRO...... Pat Smith, 236 Deer Run Trial NE, Brookhaven, MS 39601 (601) 833-8787 EJA ...... LaToya Redd, 102 Caine Circle, Brandon, MS 39042 (601) 825-5415 GWD...... John McClay, 2317 Short Street, Greenville, MS 38703 (662) 334-2756 HAT...... John Gavin, 919 CR 23, Laurel, MS 39443 (601) 764-4621 MER...... Kiah Hitt, 11671 Hwy 482, Philadelphia, MS 39350 (601) 656-2662 NAL...... Dr. James Herod, 882 Hwy. 7 North , Abbeville , MS 38601 (662) 236-3730 SEA...... Mary Carter, 1611 Bender Street, Picayune, MS 39466 (601) 798-6911 SEA...... Robert Sharp, 19525 Old River Road, Vancleave, MS 39565 (228)234-3387 SEN...... Joy Mullen, 79 Oak, Oakland, MS 38948 (662) 623-7070 STA...... James Woodard, 411 ML King Drive, Eupora, MS 39744 (662) 320-2020 TUP...... Krister Corley, 4646 Longview Road, Belden, MS 38826 (662) 231-8348 WJA...... Jim Golden, 380 Golden Lane, Vaughan, MS 39179 (662) 673-9391

4. Connectional Leadership Team Lay Leader / Convener Timothy Crisler 2 Pintail Cove, Raymond, MS 39154 (601) 857-0401 Bishop Hope Morgan Ward P. O. Box 931, Jackson, MS 39205 (601) 948-4561 EXT. 24 Administrative Assistant to the Bishop Embra Jackson P. O. Box 931, Jackson, MS 39205 (601) 948-4561 EXT. 23 Conference Secretary Roger Puhr P.O. Box 220 Collins, MS 39428 (601) 765-4906 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

Director of Connectional Ministries Steve Casteel P. O. Box 1147, Jackson, MS 39215 (601) 354-0515 Director of Communications Lisa Michiels P. O. Box 1147, Jackson, MS 39215 (601) 354-0515 EXT. 17 Director of Ministerial Services Lisa Garvin P. O. Box 1147, Jackson, MS 39215 (601) 354-0515 EXT. 32 Director of Financial Administration/Treasurer/ Conference Benefits Officer David Stotts P. O. Box 1201, Jackson, MS 39215 (601) 354-0515 EXT. 26

Missions Team Mission / Convener Kiah Hitt 11671 Hwy 482, Philadelphia, MS 39350 (601) 656-2662 Association of Community Centers and Conference Institutions Becky Dotson P.O. Box 2589, Madison, MS 39230 (601) 853-5000 Chabadza Coordinator Michelle Shrader 15326 N. Parkwood Dr., Gulfport, MS 39503 Disaster Response Wayne Napier 4322 Popps Ferry Road, d'Iberville, MS 39540 (228) 392-4288 Katrina Recovery Robert Sharp 19525 Old River Road, Vancleave, MS 39565 (228) 826-4554 Mission Secretary Lou Ann Staggs 1146 CR 135 East, L-5, New Albany, MS 38652 (662) 534-7733 UMVIM Coordinator David Newton 8900 Old Spanish Trail, Ocean Springs, MS 39564

Reconciliation Team Reconciliation / Convener Maxine Bolden 1448 Tracewood Drive, Jackson, MS 39211 (601) 932-6507 Hispanic Ministry Rayford Woodrick 353 West Oak Leaf Court, Ridgeland, MS 39157 (601) 856-9581 Religion & Race Juanita Franklin 1242 Old Hwy 35 S. Foxworth, MS 39483 (601) 736-0750

Spiritual Leadership Team Spiritual Leadership / Convener Steve McAlilly 802 Oak Grove Road, Tupelo MS, 38804 (662) 844-8977 Cabinet Representative Tim Thompson 6210 Highway 39 North, Meridian, MS 39305 (601) 483-6221 Lay Speaking Ministries TBA United Methodist Men, President Chris Milone 602 Helm Court, Brandon, MS 39047, MS 39056 (601) 421-6648 UMW President Jackie Pennington 707 Tenth Avenue, Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 843-8139 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

Stewardship Team Stewardship / Convener Eddie Rester 115 Linden Court, Hattiesburg, MS 39402 (601) 544-7873 Church Revitalization Andy Stoddard 1331 Hwy. 42, Petal, MS 39465 Communications Frances Lucas 321 Mississippi Street, Jackson, MS 39201(601) 354-0515 New Church Development Denise Donnell 219 Couthouse Rd. Gulport, MS 39562 (228) 896-7626 Parish & Community Development Coordinator Neville Vanderburg 6676 Blocker Street, Olive Branch, MS 38654 (662) 893-0280 Small Church Coordinator Lauren Porter 320 Briarwood Dr., Jackson, MS 39206

Young People's Team Young People / Convener Lydia Smith PO Box 3434, University, MS 38677 (662) 523-6470 Camping Ministry Association David Carroll 7427 Old Canton Rd., Madison, MS 39110 (601) 856-9581 Conference Council on Youth Ministry Callie Stewart 13904 Puerto Drive, Ocean Springs, MS 39564 (228) 818-4675 Higher Education and Campus Ministry Convener (To Be Announced) MUMSM Josh Gray 4037 Dunsinane Street, Ocean Springs, MS 39564 (601) 928-6009

5. Financial and Administrative Ministries Director of Financial Administration/Treasurer: David Stotts P. O. Box 1201, Jackson, MS 39215 (601) 354-0515 EXT. 26 Episcopacy Committee Jim Ormon 1623 Windward Bluff, Starkville, MS 39759 (662) 324-8996 Finance and Administration Danny Rowland P. O. Box 2585, Starkville MS, 39760 (662) 324-1255 Medical Benefits Trey Harper 55 N Gold Street, Eupora, MS 39744 (662) 258-2611 Pensions Ed Jones 38 Wintergreen Rd, Madison, MS 39110 (601) 853-9634 Trustees Henderson Rasberry 100 Post Oak Drive, Madison, MS 39110 (601) 856-6058

6. Ministerial Services/Leadership Ministries Administrative Assistant to the Bishop: Embra Jackson P. O. Box 931, Jackson, MS 39205 (601) 948-4561 EXT. 23 Director of Ministerial Services: Lisa Garvin P. O. Box 1147, Jackson, MS 39215 (601) 354-0515 EXT. 32 Equitable Compensation (Commission on) James Biedenharn, Jr. P. O. Box 148, Picayune, MS 39466 (601) 798-4321 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

Ordained Ministry (Board of) Scott Larsen 8900 Centerhill Road, Olive Branch, MS 38654 (662) 895-2208 Standing Rules Wayne Webster 312 Natchez Ave, Brookhaven, MS 39601

7. Annual Conference Ministries Annual Conference Committee Bishop Hope Morgan Ward Nominations Committee Bishop Hope Morgan Ward C. Annual Conference Leadership Groups Annual Conference (Boards, Committees, Commissions, Etc.)

Making Disciples of Jesus Christ for the Transformation of the World “More People, Younger People, More Diverse People”

Cabinet Representative Timothy Thompson

UMW President Jackie Pennington Religion & Race Juanita Franklin Spiritual UMM President Chris Milone Hispanic Ministry Rayford Woodrick Leadership Steve McAlilly

Reconciliation Mission Maxine Bolden Lou Ann Connectional Secretary Staggs Leadership Team Mission Assoc. of Com- Becky Dotson Lay Leader (Convener) Asst. to the Embra Kiah munity Centers Tim Crisler Bishop Jackson Hitt and Conference Bishop Institutions Dir. of Ministe- Lisa Hope Morgan Ward rial Services Garvin Disaster Wayne Napier Conference Secretary Response Dir. of Lisa C. Roger Puhr Communication Michiels DCM UMVIM David Newton Steve Casteel Coordinator oung Stewardship Director, Financial Y Katrina Recovery Robert Sharp Administration/Treasurer People Eddie Rester Chabadza Michelle David Stotts Lydia Smith Coordinator Shrader

Communication Convener Frances Lucas Camping Ministry Assoc. David Carroll

Parish & Community Neville Vander- Higher Education TBA Development Coordinator burg and Campus Ministry Covener Church Revitalization Andy Stoddard Conf. Council on Youth Chris Harper Small Church Coordinator Lauren Porter Min. MUMSM Josh Gray 10 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

1. Personnel Connectional Ministry Clergy: Maxine Bolden, Eddie Rester, Giles Lindley, Tim Thompson, Vickie White

Laity Timothy Crisler, 2 Pintail Cove, Raymond MS 39154 Kiah Hitt, 11671 Hwy 482, Philadelphia MS 39350 Lydia Smith, PO Box 3434, University MS 38677 Mary Carter, 1611 Bender Street, Picayune MS 39466 Latoya Redd, 102 Caine Circle, Brandon MS 39042 James Woodard, 117 Sagamore Circle, Columbus MS, 39705 Steve McAllily Finance and Administration Don Bishop, Rod Borders, Jimmy Carr, Grover Glenn III, Vicki Landrum, Joe May, Mitchell McDonald, Andy Ray, Danny Rowland, Martha Williams

Laity: Tommy Barrett, 424 Townes Avenue, Grenada, MS 38901 (662) 226-3205 Larry Davis, 572 Mockingbird, Long Beach, MS 39560 (228) 868-9427 Ray Gafford, 1164 State Hwy 348, New Albany, MS 38652 (662) 534-2719 John Harper, 301 Pressly Drive, Starkville, MS 39759 (662) 324-8424 Beth Hartness, P O Box 569, Kosciusko, MS 39090 (662) 289-1800 Red Moffat III, (601) 956-5687 Duane O’Neill, 205 Club Ct., Madison, MS 39110 (601) 948-4300 Delmar Robinson, P. O. Box 4608, Biloxi, MS 39535 (228) 348-2770 Ellen Short, 2365 Quail Creek Rd., Tupelo, MS 38801 (662) 823-7204 Bill Smallwood, P O Box 337, New Albany, MS 38652 (662) 534-4660 Gatha Wallace, P. O. Box 26, Baldwyn, MS 38824 (662) 365-5104 Health Benefits Clergy: Stephen Cook, Sonny Davis, Trey Harper, Dwight Prowell

Laity: Phil Brooks, 365 Rollingwood Dr, Meridian, MS 39305 (601) 693-1521 Liz Clayton, (601) 234-5278 Herman Freeman, 2413 23rd Ave, Meridian, MS 39302 (601) 482-0251 Joe Guess, PO Box 249, Pickens, MS 39146 (662) 468-2740 Marcus Herrington, 104 Pine Crest Dr, Union, MS 39365 (601) 774-8533 Cynthia Parker, 107 Belle Meade Blvd., Flowood, MS 39232 (601) 992-2821 Libby Piazza, 1105 Post Rd, Clinton, MS 39056 (601) 974-5508 Latoya Redd, 102 Caine Circle, Brandon, MS 39042 (601) 825-5415 Debra Strong, 401 Highway 550 NW, Brookhaven, MS 39601 (601) 833-1694 Cheryl Webb, 581 Highland Colony Parkway, Ridgeland, MS 39158 (601) 898-1113 Pensions Clergy: Zack Beasley, David Meadows, John Moore, Tim Prather, Ray Stokes, Richard Topp

Laity: Helen Bell, 2849 Pope/Water Valley Road, Pope, MS 38658 (662) 647-2463 Leon Cooper, 107 Oak St, Newton, MS 39345 (601) 683-6635 George East, 803 - 24 Street, Gulfport, MS 39501 (228) 864-7566 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 11

Barbara Johnson, 1932 Highway 13 South, Columbia, MS 39429 (601) 736-7806 Ed Jones, 38 Wintergreen Rd, Madison, MS 39110 (601) 853-9634 Vera Latham, P O Box 501, Winona, MS 38967 (662) 283-4204 Cynthia McGee, (601) 876-3370 Wade Watts, (601) 355-5274 Trustees: Clergy: Mitchell Hedgepeth, Brad Hodges, Geoffrey Joyner, Rachel Pitts, Henderson Rasberry, Victoria White

Laity: Leslie Bounds, 4001 Glen Wycki Cove, Brandon, MS 39042 (601) 824-9875 Robert Carter, 106 Belle Meade Blvd., Senatobia, MS 38668 (662) 560-5913 Lelon Davidson, P.O. Box 153, Oxford, MS 38655 (662) 234-3723 Johnny Ferrell, PO Box 1009, Hattiesburg, MS 39403 Vicki Graves Annie Magee, 27 Lee Magee Road, Tylertown, MS 39667 (601) 876-5771 George Verrall, 1481 Woodcreek Rd., Starkville, MS 39759 (662) 323-6481 Sallie Whiteside, 1040 Robindale Road, Starkville, MS 39759 (662) 323-6154

2. Ministerial Services / Leadership Ministries Equitable Compensation Clergy: Jim Biedenharn, Robert Brown, Jim Fisher, Ozell Landfair Ordained Ministry Clergy: Tommy Artmann, Tom Atkins, Jimmy Barnes, Warren Black, Lister Bowdoin, Ray Branch, John Branning, Fred Britton, Eddie Brown, George Buell, Robert Cartlidge, Warren Coile, Larry Creel, Phillip Dearman, Allison Carr Dickerson, John Evans, Jim Genesse, Mattie Gipson, Ronnie Goodwin, Tommy Greer, Dianne Harms, Larry Hilliard, Barbara Hite, Dixie Holder-Cummings, Ginger Holland, Gene Horton, Eddie Lee Jones, Mark Jones, Rusty Keen, Joe Landrum, Scott Larsen, B.F. Lee, Lynette Little, Andy Pearson, Robert Pittman, Tom Potter, Eric Pridmore, Joe Ranager, Linda Rickman, Richard Robbins, Lloyd Rollins, Connie Shelton, Ed Temple, Sandra Thomas, Earl Wilson, Chris Young

Laity: Jaye Bradley, 2248 Highway 612, Lucedale, MS 39452 (601) 947-2440 Dianne Elliott, 608 Ridgeway Avenue, Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 846-0800 Margaret Gipson, 109 Price Hill Cove, Oxford, MS 38655 (662) 234-9367 Billie Graham, #10 Broadmoor Cr, Laurel, MS 39441 (601) 426-9900 Robert Harry, 3836 Morningview Drive, Moss Point, MS 39563 (228) 475-4806 Robert Hughes, 5037 37th St, Meridian, MS 39307 (601) 483-4453 Gretchen Luvene, P O Box 154, Lauderdale, MS 39335 (601) 679-8885 Kathy Marlow, 4280 Stage Road, Coldwater, MS 38618 (662) 562-9476 Leroy Nash, PO Box 462, Duck Hill, MS 38925 (662) 565-2568 Kaye Schloemer, 3022 Tidewater Circle, Madison, MS 39110 (601) 856-9581 Bill Scott, 203 West Pine Street, Magnolia, MS 39652 (601) 783-2337 Mary Lynn Still, 525 W 7th Street, Laurel, MS 39440 (601) 649-1197

Ex-Officio: Jim Beam-Ingram, David Newton, Bob Rambo, Victoria Sizemore-Baldwin, Rebecca Youngblood 12 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

D. Institution Trustee/Directors 1. Camping Ministries a. Gulfside Association, Inc., Waveland Board of Trustees Class of 2010 Eva Baham, Ora Franklin, Joy Carr, Jerry Mitchell, Bishop Linda Lee, Abraham Carey, Michael Freeman, Bishop Earl Bledsoe, Alan Rice RFDCDC Class of 2011 Bishop Janice Huie, Bishop Hope Morgan Ward, Bishop William Hutchinson, Vincent Harris, Bishop Felton E. May, Vera Thomas, Pamela Crosby, Elijah Stansell, Eleanor Colvin Ex-Officio Dr. William T. Carter, Tina Council-Moore, Wilma Dunbar Honorary/Life Marian T. Martin, Bishop Alfred L. Norris, Rev. Calvin Jackson, Jessie Mae Robinson, Dr. Israel L. Rucker, Samuel L. Jenkins, Carrie P. Ray

b. Lake Stephens United Methodist Camp, Oxford Trustees Class of 2010 Brownie Tohill, Mark McAnally, Jeff Lawrence, Mary Sharp Rayner, Max Billingsley Class of 2011 Brad Sartur, Lynn Lott, Bruce Taylor, Susan Wright Roberts, Milton Whatley Class of 2012 Eddie Willis, Kathleen Smith, Amy Daniels, Carla Proctor, Pat Ward Class of 2013 Bill Beavers, Clair Dobbs, Anna Polsgrove, Pat Barrett Dixie H. Cummings Ex-Officio Robin Dambrino, David Carroll, Jerry Beam, Frank Haynes, Bishop Hope Morgan Ward

c. Seashore United Methodist Assembly, Biloxi Board of Directors Class of 2010 Connie Helmuth, Judy Thomas, Rev. Stephen Sparks, Rev. Lindsey Robinson Class of 2011 Rev. J.W. Crawley, Rev. Robbie Murden, Rev. Ben Barlow Class of 2012 Rev. Stephen Bishop, Charlene Sharp, Jamie Foster Class of 2013 Rev. Robbie Murden, Rev, Ben Barlow Ex-Officio Rev. Bill McAlilly, Rev. James Sturn, Art Steinaway (General Director), Pal Reeves, Bishop Hope Morgan Ward Honorary/Life Daisy Thomas

d. Wesley Pines, Conference, Retreat and Camping Center, Gallman Trustees Class of 2010 Robert Oakes, Larry Swales, Rev. Karen Koons Hayden, Rev. Johnny Crosby Class of 2011 Jana Jobe, Susan Gannaway, Rev Barry Male, Rev. Will Dowling Class of 2012 Rev. Lisa Garvin, Stephen Bishop, Rev. Pamela Cameron, Beverly Gabbert The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 13

Ex-Officio Rev. Ted Giordano, Bob McElroy, Rev. Johnny Crosby, Rev. David Carroll, Bishop Hope Morgan Ward, Rev. David Cumbest, Rev. Joe Garvin Honorary/Life Rev. Byrd Hillman 2. Health and Welfare Ministry Institutions a. The Baddour Center, Inc., Senatobia Trustees Board of Trustees Mike Landrum, Chairperson; Dr. Dick Ross, Vice President; Judy Starkey, Secretary; Bailey Meeks, Treasurer; Polly Bailey, Bill Davenport, Lisa Fuller, Wayne Godwin, Gladys Hamilton, Read Holland, Mike Landrum, J.Stanley McNeese, Mark Medford, Bailey Meeks, Doug Miller, , Dr. Marian Miller, Steve Nelson, Sharon Perry, Dr. Dick Ross, Judy Starkey, Gerry Thomas Ex-Officio Alan Callicott, Rev. Steve Casteel, Rev. Jeff Switzer, Dr. Aubrey Lucas, Bishop Hope Morgan Ward, Jackie Pennington, Parke Pepper, Rev. Vicki Sizemore-Baldwin, Herbert Woodrick The Baddour Family Don Baddour, Paul Baddour, Paul Baddour, Jr.; Margy Graham, Kristen Montgomery, Shea Veazey

b. Mississippi Methodist Senior Services, Inc. Board of Directors Officers for 2009: Polly Bailey, Chair; Frank Patty, Vice Chair; Bill Scott, Secretary; Loretta Wadlington, Assistant Secretary Class of 2012 Marilyn Agnew, Polly Bailey, Phillip Brooks, Shaw Johnson, Betsy Perry

c. United Methodist Senior Services of Tupelo Area, Inc. United Methodist Senior Services Health Care, Inc. Board of Directors Class of 2009 Marilyn Agnew, Polly Bailey, Beth Brevard, Steve Corban Medford M. Leake, Guy W. Mitchell III Class of 2010 Clyde Biddle, Hank Boerner, Paul Eason, Juanita Floyd, Ann Milan Class of 2011 Jim Diffee, Tommy Harris, David Henson, Tina Holland Ex-Officio Members Polly Bailey, Chairman, MMSS; Stephen L. McAlilly, President/CEO; Alan Brown, Vice Pres./Chief Operating Officer; Greg Warnick, Executive Director

d. United Methodist Senior Services of Clarksdale Area, Inc. Board of Directors Class of 2009 Ray Branch, Mark Foster, Goldie Hirsberg, Shaw Johnson, Betsy Perry Class of 2010 Hal Fiser, Tish Gardner, Lyn Gates, Charles Langford, Billy Nowell, Joyous Sbravati Class of 2011 Timothy Beard, Hardy Jones, Jean Owen, Manuel Peters, Woody Sawyer, Linda Schmitz Ex- Officio Members Polly Bailey, Chairman, MMSS; Stephen L. McAlilly, President/CEO; Alan Brown, Vice Pres./Chief Operating Officer; Mary Margaret Chrestman, Executive Director 14 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

e. United Methodist Senior Services of Columbus Area, Inc. United Methodist Senior Services of the Golden Triangle Area, Inc. Board of Directors Class of 2009 John Davis, Howard Fisackerly, James V. Gatewood, Linda Shelton, George Wade Class of 2010 Fred Brown, Ellender McClure, Mike Perkerson, Sammie St. John, Sarah Sanders Class of 2011 Jamie Anderson, Doris Bankhead, Freida Burt, Jeannie Sansing, Bill West Honorary Members Geneva Kennedy, Henry Holleman Ex-Officio Members Polly Bailey, Chairman, MMSS; Stephen L. McAlilly, President/CEO; Alan Brown, Vice Pres./Chief Operating Officer; Stan Maynard, Executive Director

f. Aldersgate Retirement Community, Inc., - Lauderdale Senior Services Inc. Meridian Senior Services, Inc. - Aldersgate Personal Care, Inc. Board of Directors Class of 2009 Leslie Dunn, Maurice Hall, Beverly Isaacs, Chris Lauderdale, Larry Pupa Class of 2010 Ann Alexander, Richard Armstrong, Jamie Cater, Susan Ledbetter, Tim Thompson Class of 2011 Mary Anderson, Jonathan Bell, Hargie Crenshaw, Christine Riley, Mel Scarborough Ex-Officio Polly Bailey, Chairman, MMSS; Stephen L. McAlilly, President/CEO; Alan Brown, Vice Pres./Chief Operating Officer; Lawona Broadfoot, Executive Director & Regional Director-South

g. Hattiesburg Area Senior Services, Inc. Wesley Manor Retirement Community, Inc. Board of Directors Class of 2009 Ted Alexander, Linda Donnell, Betsy M. Rowell Class of 2010 Susan Donohue, Willie Sims, Sidney L. Whitley 2011 Rebecca M. Grantham, Frank Gunn, Richard G. Topp Ex-Officio Members Polly Bailey, Chairman, MMSS; Stephen L. McAlilly, President/CEO; Alan Brown, Vice Pres./Chief Operating Officer; Kim J. Pittman, Executive Director

h. Seashore Campground Retirement Home, Inc. Gulf Oaks Methodist Manor, Inc. Seashore Personal Care, Inc. Board of Directors Class of 2009 Edgar Gilmore, Sidney L. Rushing, Barbara Stewart, Nancy Wilson Class of 2010 Greg Cronin, Joe C. McClammy, Margaret McKenzie, Patsy Topazi, Betty Weaver Class of 2011 Huntley Biggs, Annie Marie Moreton, James O. “Buddy” Ray, Walter Taylor Ex-Officio Members Polly Bailey, Chairman, MMSS; Stephen L. McAlilly, President/CEO; Alan Brown, Vice Pres./Chief Operating Officer; Mike Mahan, Executive Director The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 15

i. Greene County Retirement Systems, Inc. Board of Directors Class of 2009 Richard Fleming, Nell Gray, Jimmy Holcomb, Phillip Price Class of 2010 Andy Hollinghead, Mary Williams Class of 2011 Johnnie Denmark, Debra Helton, Wanda Holland, Diane Shoemaker Ex-Officio Members Polly Bailey, Chairman, MMSS; Stephen L. McAlilly, President/CEO; Alan Brown, Vice Pres./Chief Operating Officer; Catherine Bradley, Executive Director

j. United Methodist Senior Services of Jackson Area, Inc. Board of Directors Class of 2009 Murphy Adkins, Willis Britt Jr., Richard D. DeShazo, Alice Gorman, H. R. Kilby Class of 2010 Effie Clay, Stephen Handley, Libby Mahaffey, Vernon Muse, Frank Thomas Class of 2011 Leo Boolos Jr., Jackie Granberry, Freddie Logan, W. J. Reed Jr., Joey Shelton Ex-Officio Members Polly Bailey, Chairman, MMSS; Stephen L. McAlilly, President/CEO; Alan Brown, Vice Pres./Chief Operating Officer; Kay Higginbotham, Executive Director

k. United Methodist Senior Services of Clay County, Inc. Dugan Memorial Home, Inc. Board of Directors Louise Campbell, Jackie Edwards. Sara Roberts, Steve White Class of 2010 Glenda Brinkley, Bill Burris, Gene Childress, Brett Miller, Class of 2011 T.N. Braddock, Frances McClellan, Jane K. Rives Ex-Officio Members Polly Bailey, Chairman, MMSS; Stephen L. McAlilly, President/CEO; Alan Brown, Vice Pres./Chief Operating Officer; Shelley Tuggle, Executive Director

l. United Methodist Senior Senior Services of Desoto County, Inc. Board of Directors Class of 2009 Clay Davis, Amye Kelly, Pam Puckett, Charles Smith, Betty Stoker Class of 2010 Lee Ashcraft, Hattie Bunch, Tom Butler, Joe Frank Lauderdale, Billie Wilhite Class of 2011 Cynthia Coleman, Kevin Doddridge, Herman Freeman, Milton Nichols, Sue Poff Ex-Officio Members Polly Bailey, Chairman, MMSS; Stephen L. McAlilly, President/CEO; Alan Brown, Vice Pres./Chief Operating Officer; Marian Norwood, Executive Director

m. Martha Coker Home, Inc. Board of Directors Class of 2009 Beverley King, Frank M. Patty Jr., Van Ray, Rita Sanders Class of 2010 Mary Evelyn Butler, Robert E. Coker, Richard Darden, Priscilla Harper 16 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

Class of 2011 Penny Jackson, Betty Nickels, Hank Remington, Steve Roark Ex-Officio Members Polly Bailey, Chairman, MMSS; Stephen L. McAlilly, President/CEO; Alan Brown, Vice Pres./Chief Operating Officer; Julie Hoffman, Executive Director

3. Higher Education and Campus Ministry I. United Methodist Related Institutions a. Millsaps College, Jackson Board of Directors Class of 2010 Rev. Warren Black, Carolyn Hood, Monica Sethi Harrigill, James A. Coggin, Archie C. Lamb, Vonda Reeves-Darby, Steven W. Smith, E.B. Robinson Jr.; Rev. Bill McAlilly, Joan Brady Bailey, Bob Leggett Class of 2011 Rev. Karen Koons Hayden, Richard Hickson, Eason Leake, Don Q. Mitchell, Cooper Morrison, Marry Todd Porters Sanders, Allan Jefferson McDonald, Rev. Zach Beasley, Bill Bynum Class of 2012 Rev. Steven Casteel, Bishop Hope Morgan Ward, Daniel S. Bowling III, William Yates III, Rev. Luther S. Ott, Hal Malchow, Mary Christina Glick, William Riley Flatt, Vaughan McRae, Richard Mills Class of 2013 Rev. Lisa Garvin, Rev. Joey Shelton, Maurice Hall, William R. James, Paul Benton, Tom Fowlkes, Jay Lindsey, Mike McRae, Paul Ogden Ex-Officio b. Rust College, Holly Springs Trustees Class of 2009 John R. Arnold, C. F. Brittenum, Tom Brown, William Catledge, Adolph Harper, Charles Leggett Jr., Rev. Joe May, Leone Medin, Rev. David Swinton, Barbara R. Thompson Class of 2010 Jimmy Brown, Patricia Bruce-Lowe, Rev. Jerry Mitchell, Theodore S. Moll Class of 2011 Pearlene Carter, Rev. Jimmy Carr, Rev. Earnest L. Henry, Wesley E. Jones, Oreler D. B. Murry, Dimaggio Nichols, Dorthy Pennington, F. C. Richardson, Cecelia Wilson Sawyer Ex-Officio Members David L. Beckley, Rev. Milton Boyd, Rev. Randy Cross, Bishop Sally Dyck, Rev. Robert Flaherty, Bishop Robert Hoshibata, Bishop Deborah Kiesey, Rev. Edward Charles Moses Sr., Bishop Gregory V. Palmer, Bishop Hope Morgan Ward, Bishop Richard Wills, Jr. Emeriti Trustees Jennie R. Calbert, Rev. Henry C. Clay, Mabelle Ellis, James O. Erwin, George Menshik, Mary N. Mosley, Cora Norman, I. L. Rucker, Henry Varnell, Vernon Winfrey Consultant John McCarty, Amanda Choi

II. Wesley Foundation Directors Four-Year Colleges a. Wesley Foundation, Alcorn State University Board Of Directors Class of 2009 J.E. “Sam” Price, E.L. Vaughn Class of 2010 Lola Brown, Esther Perryman, Debra Sturgis Stamps, Charlene Tate Class of 2011 Rev. Andre’ Richard Tillman, Cassandra Vaughn Class of 2012 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 17

Marion Margret Hearn, Rev. Arthur Lewis Jr., Ronald McLaughlin, Daniel “Dan” Moore, Wayne A. Stirgus, Vivian Toussaint, Jack Walters, Rev. Chris Young Ex-Officio Members Rev. Willis Britt, Rev. Phillip Heidelberg, Mike Vinson Honorary Members Rev. Henry Clay, Warren Cox ,Timothy Crisler, Bonnie Dillon, Joe Dockins, Larscie Ellis, Rev. David Harrison, Willie F. Jackson, Sidney James, Waldo James, Charles J.D. Tillman

b. Wesley Foundation, Jackson State University Board of Directors Winston Anderson, Georgia Bates, Luther Bates, Rev. Stephen Bittick (TBE), Rev. Maxine Bolden, Katherine Bryant, Marilyn Clark, Dorothy Ellis (TBE), Dewey Handy, Mercer Harbour (TBE), Rev. Paul Luckett, Rev. Emily Sanford, Rev. Michelle Shrader, Dorothy Terry, Rodney Washington (TBE), Ruth Williams c. Wesley Foundation, Mississippi State University Board of Directors Class of 2009 Delbert Berry, Pat Dye, Anna Hood, Skip Jack, Harold Rone, Roy Ruby, Bobby Thomson, Andy Walters, Kim Walters, Emilie Ward, Russ Ward, Kimberly Williams Class of 2010 Ryan Akers, Sue Cherry, Diana Eubanks, Molly Jackson, Bill Maslin, Doyle Pendley, Julia Pendley, Jenny Turner Class of 2011 Gloria Batson, Betty Jane Chatham, Clarence Collison, Bill Jones, J.E. Logan, Tom Smith Class of 2012 Bob Crabtree, Debra Fairbrother, Clinton Graves, Nina Hatcher, Jack Newell, Charles Nicholas, Charlotte Taylor, Bill Thurlow, Linda Wells, Wayne Wells Honorary Members George Verrall, Kay Verrall Ex-Officio Members Rev. George Buell, Rev. Jason Franklin, Rev. Hugh Griffith, Rev. Eddie Lee Jones, Rev. Stacey Parvin, Rev. Bob Rambo, Rev. Barry Robinson, Rev. Danny Rowland

d. Wesley Foundation, Mississippi University for Women Board of Directors Class of 2009 Charlotte Black, Betty Darnell, Ellen Lovick, Jerry & Deborah Robertson, Sandy Williams, Mary Wilson Class of 2010 Doris Bankhead, Mamie Brown, Jan Miller, Sally Pearson, Harry Rodgers, Jr., T.J. Tate, Betsy & Gilbert Spencer, Jacky Triplett, Judy Turnage Class of 2011 Carolyn Allen, Melissa Butler, Melissa Gilmore, Sandra Rader, Margaret Sharp, Kay & Sammy Townsend, Margaret Triplett Ex-Officio Members Rev. James Black, Rev. Nancy Bishop, Rev. Anne R. Bradley, Rev. Curtis Bray, Rev. Fred Brown, Rev. Ben Butler, Kathy Butler, Rev. Pamela Cameron, Rev. Stacy Douglas, Hayley Erwin, Rev. Prentiss “Bud” Gordon, Jr., Gail Griffith, Rev. Mike Hunter, Rev. Sam Morris, Rev. Andy Pearson, Rev. Tony Proctor, Rev. Bob Rambo, Rev. Ron Thomas Honorary Members Brenda Blanton e. Wesley Foundation, Mississippi Valley State University Board of Directors Rev. Johnny Collins, Linda Jones, John McClay, Cathon Robinson, Francis Showi, Willie Totten, Marguerite Williams 18 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

Class of 2010 Troy Brown, Henri Etta Lowe, Juvernia Robinson, Leddell Robinson, Lenard Robinson, H.C. Redmond, J. Russell, Mary Alice White, Roosevelt Yarbrough Class of 2011 Ivan Baker, Lena Berry, Wilson Dillard, Mary Govan, Kaifter Holston, Mitch McDonald, Pam Powers, Rev. Glenn Seefeld, Erie Stuckett Ex-Officio Members Rev. Victoria White, Thelma Collins Honorary Member Rev. Johnny Q.C. James

f. Wesley Foundation, University of Mississippi Board of Directors Class of 2009 John Adams, Vicki Bell, Rev. Claire Dobbs, Michael Gong, Sarah Gong, Joe Stennett, Marsha Wren Class of 2010 Heard Butler, Felice Coles, Rev. Jim Hall, Kaye Smythe, Pat Patterson Class of 2011 Nancy Bridges, Jay Knight, Merissa Rambo, Mandi Stutsy Ex-Officio Members Rev. Jerry Beam, Rev. Warren Black, Rev. John Kramer, Rev. Deborah Palmer, Billy Rhodes, Darrell Whitaker Honorary Members Randy Johnson, Bill Sissell, Bill Smallwood

g. Wesley Foundation, University of Southern Mississippi Board of Directors Rev. Mark Anderson, Rev. Tommy Artmann, Rev. Tom Atkins, Mita Blanshard, Christa Bowman, Bob Brumfield, Rev. Sam Bruton, Mildred Calbert, Rev. Bruce Case, Fred Curry, Mikal Dickerson, Wynde Fitts, Luke Gallaspy, Rev. Mattie Gipson, Katie Hankins, Sherry Herron, Rev. Mike Hicks, Rev. Vicki Hughes, Rev. Patrick Hutto, Pat Jones, John Meyer, Mary Peters, Kyle Reid, Rev. Eddie Rester, George Stark, Nancy Steen, Richard Topp, Jason Townsend

III. Wesley Foundation Directors Community Colleges a. Wesley Foundation, Coahoma Community College Board of Directors Rev. Eddie J. Ford, Donell Harrell, Monica Johnson, Earnestine Landfair, Toya Matthews, Beatrice Reid, Selena Reid, Mayor Wilson

b. Wesley Foundation, Copiah-Lincoln Community College Board of Directors Shirley Calcote, Mike Calhoun, Linda Campbell, Carol Ford, Stephanie Gatlin, Martha Lightsey, Sarah Lloyd, Pat Lowery, Lynne Lusk, Rev. Lynne Mote, Pat Smith, Rev. Mary Stewart, Verna Smith, Dorothy Wittig

c. Wesley Foundation, Holmes Community College Board of Directors Linda Alexander, Bobby Cain, Shirley Cain, Rosalyn Davis, Howard Harrison Jr., Nancy Lowe, Terry Moore, Clinton Teague, Andy Woods The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 19

d. Wesley Foundation, Itawamba Community College Board of Directors Class of 2009 Rev. Doyce Gunter, David Hill, Viki Hussey, Betsy White Class of 2010 Rev. Jimmy Criddle, Cully Hartsell, Jimmy Langley, Jameson Rogers, Pam Wheeler Class of 2011 Rev. Wade Holland, Veronica Johnson, Wesley Partin, Bobby Walker Class of 2012 Randy Aycock, Thomas Griffith, Lindsy Leake, Rev. Jess Moore

e. Wesley Foundation, Meridian Community College Board of Directors Will Anderson, Stephanie Brown, Stuart Brown, Annie Burns, Barbara Jones, Rick Joyner, Sarah King, Rev. W.D. Pigott, Rev. Paul Raley, Rev. Timothy Thompson

f. Wesley Foundation, Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College Jefferson Davis Campus Board of Directors Class of 2009 Nancy Gentry, Kay Hewes, Darren Slade Class of 2010 Doris Pilgrim, Chris Ray, Joyce St. John Class of 2011 Pat Brewer, Andi Moore, Vicki Pace Class of 2012 Joannie Henckell, Boyd James, Judy Jones Honorary Members Belinda Hardy, Bruce Hoyt, Jack Ramsey, Elaine Tinsley

g. Wesley Foundation, Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College Perkinston Campus Board of Directors Gabrielle Alexander, Marjorie Batson, Suzanne Guthrie, Larry Haley, Deanna Hatten, Mary Price, Mereline Walker Honorary Members Marjorie Batson, Harold Breland, Bettye Gibbs, Earline Hart, Rev. Jim Ormon, Bettye Weber, Naomi Williams Local Church John Alexander, Matt Collier, Randi Guthrie, Linda Haley, Memory and Ted Rouse At Large Members Greg Breland, Meg Breland, Brenda Hope, Dale Vuyovich, Rebekah White

h. Wesley Foundation, Northwest Community College Board of Directors To Be Elected Fall 2009

i. Wesley Foundation, Pearl River Community College Board of Directors Linda Cumberland, Tommy Cumberland, Shirley Long, Robin Nix, Marjory Thrash, Diane Weis 20 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

IV. Mission Outreach (Global) Ministries a. Bethlehem Center, Jackson Board of Directors Class of 2009 Barbara Baine, Sharon Ceasar, Dianne Harms, Stephen Leech, Charles Spann, Rebecca Youngblood Class of 2010 Sandra Hodge, Adrian Sorey, Elee Williams, Gloria Williams Class of 2011 Sara Harvey, Sheryl Trim, Mike Ward, Earl Wilson Ex-Officio Members M. June Bragg, Rev. Willis Britt, Rev. Steve Casteel

b. Choctaw United Methodist Mission, Philadelphia Board of Directors Class of 2009 David Comby, Susie Henry, Shirley Jefferson Class of 2010 Alexandria Comby, Gerrard Cook, Kathy Sam Class of 2011 Lewana Otter, Sharon Shumake, Darryl Tubby Ex-Officio Members Patricia Battle, Charles Battiest, Rev. Steve Casteel, Jerry Fox, Darlene Jacobs, Kay Risher, Rev. Timothy Thompson, Daniel Tubby

c. Edwards Street Fellowship Center, Hattiesburg Board of Directors Class of 2009 Sandra Clay, Gwendolyn Davis, Rev. Mattie Gipson, Penny Kochititzky, Mary Watts Class of 2010 Iva Brown, Paul Cotton, Douglas Donohue, Peggy Gates, Alice Provost, Sally Roberts, Billie Ann Russell, Rev. Rob Webb Class of 2011 Ricky Dyes, Rev. Zeb Manning, Marvin Morris Class of 2012 Travis Bolster, Chris Bowers, Dorothy Garner, Frances Robbins, Laurie Stetelman, Nancy Youngblood, William Youngblood Ex-Officio Members Rev. Clint Gill, Rev. Bruce Case Honorary Member Lonette Cliburn

d. Good Shepherd Community Center, Vicksburg Board of Directors Class of 2009 Jo Glyn Hunt, Johnnie Moss, Pat Pierce, Blake Teller, Mario Roberson Class of 2010 Mike Chaney, Stan Kline, Roberta Lovette, Emma Roberts, Wayne McMaster Class of 2011 Camille Atwood, Charlie Berger, Joe Gerache, Donna Halford, Rosemary Spears Class of 2012 Lonnie Boykins, Bob Clingan, Jim Harper, Bob Marr, Harry McMillan, Faye Harper Ex-Officio Members Bob Ford, Walt Frazier, Bob Morrison Jr., Martin Pace, Clark Williams The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 21

e. Mississippi Rural Center Board of Directors Elizabeth Abram, Felix Abram, Anthony Dillon, Samuel Echols, Donald Hales, Sherrill Heidelberg, Emory Jackson, Richastine James, Sharon James, Barbara Johnson, Rev. Arthur Lewis, Brenda Luethjic, Annie Magee, Ethel Hill Magee, Derek McCoy, Ray Oatis, Patricia Oliver, Patricia Reid, Jimmie L. Sartin, Michael Thornton, Bobbye Toney, Cathy White

f. St. Andrews Mission Community Center, McComb Board of Directors Pattie Bonner, Tina Brumfield, Rev. Allen Dearing, Barbara Farmer, Jennifer Gholson, Susan Hedges, Virginia Goza, Mark Lampton, Betsy Murrell, Rev. Chris Richardson, Andrea Sanders, Vickie Webb, Melvin Williams Ex-Officio Earnestine Varnado Consultant Jim McElwee

V. Other Institutions a. Mississippi United Methodist Foundation, Inc. Board of Directors Class of 2009 Joe N. Bailey III, C.D. “Red” Galey, Henry Holifield, James L. McRae, John David Robinson, Rev. R. Cary Stockett, Danny F. Mitchell, Rev. John C. Moore, O.B. Walton Jr., Acie Whitlock Jr., Rev. Rayford Woodrick Class of 2010 Howard E. Boone Jr., Bryce Griffis, RaLeen Haynes, Warren Hood Jr., Rev. Lamar Martin, Rev. William T. McAlilly, Raymond Miller, Fred McDonnell, Joe Charles Sanders, Rev. Jeffery S. Shannon, Ron Whitehead Class of 2011 Turner Arant, Eugene S. Clarke III, Alveria Crump, Rev. Prentiss Gordon Sr., Rev. Mitchell B. Hedgepeth, Rev. Geoffrey Joyner, Charles Leggett Jr., Sherman Muths Jr., Scott Reed, Leo W. Seal Jr., Walker Sturdivant Ex-Officio Members Bishop Hope Morgan Ward, Peyton Irby, Rev. Giles Lindley Honorary Members Sam Allison, William H. Entrekin, Herman Hester, Rev. G. Eliot Jones, Olen Jourdan, Rev. J.H. Morrow Jr., C.R. Ridgway, Rev. W.L. Wallace

b. The United Methodist Hour, Inc., Hattiesburg Board of Directors Class of 2009 Sally Doty, Rev. Mattie Gipson, Lisa Leek, Wallace Norman, Rev. Lindsey Robinson, Vick Smith, Jill St. John Class of 2010 Mark Cumbest, Jimmy Harrell, Carolyn Hood, Bitsy Browne Miller, Eugene Owens, Ray Perkins, Jean Rains, Rev. Eddie Rester, Bill Sumrall, David Vowell, Billie Wilhite, Johnny Williams Class of 2011 Rev. Stephen Cook, Jeff Flathau, Jim Golden, Rev. Byrd Hillman, Cheryl Jordan, Martha Morrow, Jason Sanderson, Dawson Wilkerson, Jane Reid, Paul Talbot Ex-Officio Members Rev. Clint Gill, Martha Scarborough, Rev. Shane Stanford, Bishop Hope Morgan Ward Honorary Members Dee Abbott, W.W. Blain, Clay Davis, John Dean Jr., Sid Graham, Mary Ann McCarty, Katie Rose McClendon, Rev. Jerry Mitchell, J.R. Penick, Jimmy Prince, Dorotheann Rogers, Dan Thomas, Dories Thompson, Bill Yates 22 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

E. Tellers - 2010 District Lay Clergy Brookhaven Charles G. Campbell Ron Kitchens East Jackson Amy Higginbotham Larry Sappington Greenwood Annie Williams *Mark Jones Hattiesburg Macelean Arrington Bobby Brewer Meridian Josaphine Virgil Mike Sims New Albany Lelan Davidson Rick Wells Seashore Mary Carter Brian Scott Senatobia Curtis Usry Chuck Bursi Starkville Gail Griffith David Shumaker Tupelo Mrs. Jonnie Kelso Rex Wilburn West Jackson Billy Johnson Beth Miller (*) Denotes Head Teller F. District Boards/Committees District Officers Brookhaven District New Albany District Lay Leader: Pat Smith Lay Leader: Dr. James Herod Director of Lay Speaking: Mary Stewart Director of Lay Speaking: Gordon Marie Crowe UMM President: TBA UMM President: Mickey Basil UMW President: Virginia Case UMW President: Barbara Creekmoore UMYF President: TBA UMYF President: Callie Creekmoore

East Jackson District Seashore District Lay Leader: LaToya Redd Lay Leaders: Mary Carter, Robert Sharp Director of Lay Speaking: Richard Henley Director of Lay Speaking: Sherry Judy UMM President: Ira Kynerd UMM President: Robert Cole UMW President: Janice Stenmark UMW President: Linda Hyland UMYF President: Cassandra Simpson Youth Coordinators: Rev, Anna Fleming, Rev. M. J. Kirby Greenwood District Distirct Missions Coordinator: Rev. David Lay Leader: John McClay Newton Director of Lay Speaking: Ann Gray UMM President: Tommy Barrett Senatobia District UMW President: Sallie Rule Lay Leader: Joy Mullen UMYF President: Alexis Danyell Davis Director of Lay Speaking: Mike Ferguson UMM President: Bill Scott Hattiesburg District UMW President: Edna Cave Lay Leader: John Gavin UMYF President: Kristy McNair Director of Lay Speaking: Ryan Grayson UMM President: John Gavin Starkville District UMW President: Lillian Putnam Lay Leader: James Woodard UMYF President: To Be Announced Director of Lay Speaking: Larry Rader UMM President: TBA Meridian District UMW President: Gwendolyn Coffey Lay Leader: Kia Hitt UMYF President: Rebecca Griffith Director of Lay Speaking: Sarah King UMM President: Robert Hughes UMW President: Frances Gail Jones UMYF President: To Be Announced UMYF President: To Be Announced The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 23

Tupelo District West Jackson District Lay Leader: Jimmy Langley Lay Leader: Jim Golden Director of Lay Speaking: Debbie Andrews Director of Lay Speaking: Bill & Brenda UMM President: Russ Wilson Duckworth UMW President: Cecelia Davis UMM President: TBA UMYF President: Kesha Buchanan UMW President: Berenda Johnson UMYF President: TBA District Boards 1. Church Locations and Buildings Brookhaven District Susan Allen, Rev. Charles Bryant, Rev. David Cox, Rev. Mike Evans, Connie Felter, Jim Hancock, Rev. John Maki

East Jackson District Class of 2009-2010: Sam Burton, Sue Morris Class of 2010-2011: Gordon Herring Class of 2011-2012: Elbrist Mason, Jum Matheny

Greenwood District Class of 2010: Danny Hardin, Rev. Tim Prather Class of 2011: Joseph Crews, Rev. Glenn Seefeld, Chair Class of 2012: Terrell Cobb, Rev. Ada Williams

Hattiesburg District West Team: Gloria Bryant, Mike Essary, Wayne Bass, Mitchell Guess, Leader East Team: Curtis Cain, Louis Crumbley, Jr., Randy James, Donald Rogers, Leader

Meridian District Class of 2010: Paul Fulton, Davey Wilderson Class of 2011: Owen Gordon, Fonda Rush Class of 2012: Johnny Rankin, Jimmy Smith Sr. Class of 2013: Rev. Sam Anderson, Grant Brown

New Albany District Dr. Lelon Davidson, Chair; Rev. Robert McCoy, Vivien Richardson, Rev. Brownie Tohill, Hal Willcoxon, Vance Witt

Seashore District Rev. Tom East, Rev. Bobby McGill, Dennis Oliver, Rev. Jeff Pruett (Chair), Robert Sharp, Keith Wells

Senatobia District Rev. Ray Owens, Amy Daniels, Eddie Ford, John Hudson, Mat Lipscomb, Thomas Murph

Starkville District Class of 2010: Maudie Benton, Rev. George Buell, Rev. David McCoy Class of 2011: Mike Childs, Randy Ewing, Percy James Class of 2012: Sarah Sanders, Rev. Ron Jefferson, Doyle Pendley Class of 2013: Rev. Antra Geeter, Rev. Anne Russell Bradley, Rev. George Buell 24 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

Tupelo District Class of 2009: Gene Grubbs, Rev. Johniel Henry, Tim Riley Class of 2010: Melanie Clements, Jimmy Collums, Rev. Hershel Wiygul Class of 2011: Rev. Bessie Givhan, Rose Roberts, Rev. Darrell Sanderson

West Jackson District Class of 2009-2010: Selber McShepard, Danny Thomas, Chair; Class of 2010-2011: Bob Ridgeway, Bob Walters Class of 2011-2012: Minta Davis, Randy McCormack 2. District Superintendency Brookhaven District Tim Crisler, Lula Mae Irvin, Pat Smith, Charles Wood, Larry Bridges, Rev. Joe Crawford, Rev. Arthur Lewis, Jim Hancock, Dr. Jim Barnett, Rev. Lynn Mote

East Jackson District Class of 2009-2010: Kathy Jones, Jerry Farr, Martha Clark Class of 2010-2011: Kevin Carter, Alicia Bean-Ingram, Elbrist Mason Class of 2011-2012: David Carroll, Vicki Jones, Susan Smith

Greenwood District Class of 2010: Mrs. Thelma Collins, Rev. Billy Owen, Dr. Walter Roberts Sr., Rev. Guss Shelly, Rev. Marjorie Walker Class of 2011: Rev. Larry Creel, Mr. Johnny McWilliams, Mr. Walker Sturdivant Class of 2012: Mrs. Otharetha Mabry, Mr. Richard Cousino, Rev. Fitzgerald Lovett Ex-Officio: Mr. John McClay

Hattiesburg District Judy Milligan, Chair; John Gavin, Lay Leader; Dwight Yates, Associate Lay Leader Class of 2011: Otis Magee, Gary Cook Diana Deaton Class of 2012: Judy Milligan, Peggy B. Gates, Gene Horton Class of 2013: Wayne Bass, DeBeth Hodges, Chris Winstead

Meridian District Phyliss Anderson, Renay Dawkins, Rev. Carlotta Downing, Robbie Hale, Kiah Hitt, Rev. Bob Rambo, Rev. Gib Prince, Robert Turnage, Mary Walker, Rev. Martha Williams, Dan Willis

New Albany District Rev. Warren Black, Chair; James Boyd, Kate Butler, Dr. B. J. (Buddy) Chain, Tom Cockrell, Marilyn Colyer, Rev. Annette Ford, Dr. James Herod, District Lay Leader; Rev. Joe Stone, Hugh Tate

Seashore District Thomas Barnes, Ed Blakeslee, Mary Carter, Rev. Jim Curtis, Rev. Rod Dickson-Rishel, Rev. David Greer, Chair; Ted Hearn, Rev. Phillip Heidelberg, Alice Walker, Rev. Rose Mary Williams, Robert Sharp

Senatobia District Coley Bailey, Rev. Bill Beavers, Helen Bell, Jackie Cotton, Margaret Dickens, Alfred Moore, Rev. Jesse Moore, Joy Mullen , Sally Shideler, Robbie Sissell, Carolyn Tyson, Kinsey Willhite

Starkville District Class of 2010: Rev. Rochelle Minor, Barbara Renacker Class of 2011: Rev. Curtis Bray, Rev. Larry Haggard, Beth Hartness Class of 2012: Rev. Fred Brown, Marty Wiseman, T. J. Tate Class of 2012: Marty Crowder, Gail Griffith, Rev. Rochelle Minor Ex Officio: Rebecca Griffith, James Woodard The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 25

Tupelo District Class of 2010: Rev. Charles Coggins, Rev. Bessie Givhan, Rev. Raigan Miskelly Class of 2011: Rev. Don McCain, Mrs. Mary Jo Heard, Mr. Dickie Miller Class of 2012: Dr. Scott Wright

West Jackson District Class of 2009-2010: Dell Hunt, Lisa Pridmore, Brenda Thornburgh Class of 2010-2011: Sherry Johnson, Richard Robbins, Chair; Jim Stirgus Jr., Will Wilkerson Class of 2011-2012: Freddie Logan, Jennifer Tate, Wardell Leach 3. Finance and Audit Brookhaven District Ansel Mote, Garland Brent, Jimmy Jones, Mrs. Karen SullivanEast Jackson District Class of 2009-2010: Clyde Gangawere, Melanie Woodrick, Chair Class of 2010-2011: Maxine Bolden, Kelly Pope Class of 2011-2012: LaToya Redd, Jim Taylor

East Jackson District Class of 2009-2010: Clyde Gangawere, Melanie Woodrick, Chair Class of 2010-2011: Maxine Bolden, Kelly Pope Class of 2011-2012: LaToya Redd, Jim Taylor

Greenwood District Class of 2010: Mr. Joe Hayes, Mr. Turner Trapp Class of 2011: Mr. John Ashley, Chair, Rev. Brad Hodges, Mr. John Upton Class of 2012: Mrs. Katherine Carver, Mr. Charles Branch, Rev. Willie Williams Ex-officio: Mr. Larry Gnemi, Mr. John McClay, Mrs. Susan Clinkscales, Mrs. Winna Seefeld

Hattiesburg District David McCullen, Chair; John Gavin, Lay Leader; Kim Kay, Treasurer; Trudy Cessna, Secretary Class of 2011: Joey Hurston, Pat Holifield Class of 2012: Freeman Jones, Patricia Sherman Class of 2013: David McCullen, Haskins Montgomery

Meridian District Class of 2010: Sam Davis, Obie Riley Class of 2011: Judy Collins, Sherry McFarland Class of 2012: Charles Blake, Connie Deon, Dorothy Grady, Cecil Johnson Treasurer: James Vance

New Albany District Jerry Beam, District Superintendent; Sylivia Dye, Barbara Gafford, Chair; Mary Tate Pannell, Lou Ann Staggs, Treasurer; Vance Witt

Seashore District Mary Carter, Larry Davis, Chair; Wanda Hulbert, Kim Johnson, Melodye Luke, Rev. Robert Pittman, Robert Sharp

Senatobia District Janie Norwood, Coley Bailey, Richie Dickson, Joy Mullen, Glenda Rhodes, Kathy Marlowe, Pat Dorr, Bill Beavers 26 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

Starkville District Class of 2010: Curtis Ford, Billy Buck Staggers Class of 2011: Mike Dowd, Charles Hull Class of 2012: Rev. James Black Class of 2012: Rev. Stacey Parvin, Lenora Sanuels

Tupelo District Rev. Terri Armstrong, Rev. Don McCain, Rev. Andy Ray, Rose Roberts, Rev. Rex Wilburn

West Jackson District Class of 2009-2010: Bill Burrow, Chair, Tommy Dyson Class of 2010-2011: Stephen Cook, Sarah Shaw Class of 2011-2012: Jay Cox, Betty Quinn

4. Ordained Ministry Brookhaven District Ed Youngblood, Rev. Keith Gaughf, Rev. John Branning, Rev. Charles Brister, Rev. David Cox, Samuel Echols, Rev. Will Dowling, Rev. Wayne Webster, Rev. Allen Dearing, Rev. Eddie Brown, Rev. Arthur Lewis, Rev. Nell Maki, Harold McClain, Rev. David Cumbest, Rev. Lynn Mote, Rev. Ed Temple, Rev. Ron Kitchens

East Jackson District Clergy: Joe Landrum, Chair; Diane Harms, Linda Rickman, Rusty White, Larry Patrick, Zach Beasley, Wally Cason, Lynette Little Laity: Phil Miracle, Dorothy Redd

Greenwood District Class of 2010: Mr. John Ashley, Rev. Billy Owen, Chair; Rev. Marjorie Walker Class of 2011: Rev. Grover Glenn III, Rev. Tim Prather, Rev. Billy Ray Stonestreet Class of 2012: Rev. Dixie Holder-Cummings, Rev. Glenn Seefeld, Mr. Joe Hayes Ex- officio: Rev. Mattie Gipson, Mrs. Ann Gray, Mr. John McClay, Rev. Larry Creel, Mr. Leroy Nash

Hattiesburg District Gene Horton, Chair; Trudy Cessna, Secretary and Registrar Class of 2011: Tommy Artmann, Billy Joe Hayes, Gene Horton, Ann McCullen, James McRee Class of 2012: Patrick Hutto, Louis Johnson, David Sellers, Vicki Sizemore-Baldwin, Mary Lynn Still Class of 2013: Brian Gordon, Mike Lips, Vickie L. Moody, Sessions Polk, David Slaughter

Meridian District Clergy: Rev. Larry Hilliard, Rev. Fred Britton, Rev. Cynthia Cross, Rev. Rob Gill, Rev. Ever Jean Burt, Rev. Kenneth Owen, Rev. Bob Peden, Rev. Paul Raley, Rev. Davey Wilkerson, Rev. Hong Sik Yoo

New Albany District Clergy: Trey Lambert, Co-Chair; Jeff Lawrence, Co-Chair; Tony Pounders, Dale Hathorn, Claire Dobbs, John Staggs, Jimmy Glover, Ann Kaufman, Registrar; Wayne Napier

Seashore District Rev. Tom Potter, Chair; Rev. Gilbert White, Rev. Heather Hensarling, Rev. John McCay III, Rev. Victor Chatham, Rev. Elijah Mitchell, Rev. Oscar McGough, Rev. Robbie Murden, Rev. Larry White, Rev. David Greer, Rev.Sheila Cumbest, Rev. Betty Weaver, Robert Harry, Beth Dean

Senatobia District Class of 2009: Rev. Amy Lann Daniels, Rev. Dayna Goff, Grady Marlow, Carolyn Tyson Class of 2010: Mildred Lee Class of 2011: Mike Ferguson, Rev. Tim Beard, Rev. Gary Thompson The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 27

Class of 2012: Rev. John Sudduth, Rev. Amy Daniels, Rev. Dayna Goff, Rev. Milton Whatley, Rev. Pat Ludlam Ex-Officio: Rev. Joe Ranager, Rev. Victoria Sizemore-Baldwin, Joy Mullen

Starkville District Rev. Byrd Hillman, Rev. Don Patterson; Rev. Fred Brown, Rev. Trey Harper, Pete Hodo III, Sarah Sanders, Ann Walker, Re. Alicia Beam-Ingram, Rev. George Buell, Rev. Bob Whiteside Ex-Officio: Rev. Eddie Lee Jones, Rev. Andy Pearson

Tupelo District Class of 2010: Rev. Terri Armstrong, Rev. B.F. Lee, Minnie Leeper, Rev. Don McCain, Rev. Raigan Miskelly, Rev. Andy Ray, Rev. Sammy Washburn Class of 2011: Rev. Ginger Holland, Mrs. Mary Jo Kirkpatrick, Rev. Tim Green, Rev. Ronnie Goodwin, Rev. Warren Coile Class of 2012: Betsy Collums, Dianne Harris, Rev. Billy McCord, Rev. Truman Thompson

West Jackson District Clergy: Earl Wilson III, Chair; Chris Young, Walter Frazier, Fitzerald Lovett, Rachel Pitts, Clint Ware Laity: Pam May, Trent Walker, Sam Price 5. Trustees Brookhaven District Class of 2010: Henrene Matthews, Edward L. Brown, Alfred Felder Class of 2011: Charles Campbell, Melnee Frazier, Charles Wood Class of 2012: Dr. Jim Barnett, Debra Strong, Jimmy Buchanan

East Jackson District Class of 2009-2010: Oscar McGough, Rusty White, Becky Dalton, David French, Betty Patrick, Jim Genesse Class of 2010-2011: Oscar McGough, Rusty White, Becky Dalton, David French, Betty Patrick, Jim Genesse Class of 2011-2012: Oscar McGough, Rusty White, Becky Dalton, David French, Betty Patrick, Jim Genesse

Hattiesburg District Gene Carothers, Chair; Dawn Beam, District Chancellor; Billie Graham, District Chancellor Class of 2011: Sean Priebe, Joey Rogers Class of 2012: Pat Bennett, Shronda Turner Class of 2012: Gloria Bryant; Gene Carothers

Meridian District Class of 2010: Rev. Owen Gordon, Jimmy Smith Sr. Class of 2011: Walterine Kelly, Connie Walters Class of 2012: Mitchell Dawkins, David Hosch, Rev. Kenny McGil Class of 2013: Leon Cooper

New Albany District Wallace Staggs, Chair; Les Sumner, Jim Sullivan, Mary Davidson, James Herod, District Lay Leader, Betsy Hamilton, Rev. Jeff Lawrence, Patrice Smith 28 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

Seashore District Rev. Gene Vance, Chair; Larry Corban, Rev. Lindsey Robinson, Sidney Rushing, Rev. Gilbert White, Clemon P. Jimerson, Larry Davis

Senatobia District Ann Bridgeforth, Richard Dickson, Bowen Flowers, Rev. Rickey Haynes, Robert H. Meachem, Thomas F. Murphy, Mary Ruth Street, Ronnie Taylor, Bill Beavers

Starkville District Class of 2010: Crayton Coleman, Peggy Crawford, Joni Seitz Class of 2011: Ralph Stewart, George Verrall, Don West Class of 2012: William Oakley, Rev. Trey Harper, Alice McClelland Class of 2013: Verna Bayliss, Rev. David Shumaker, Rev. Eddie Hinton

Tupelo District Class of 2010: Don Harrington, Cully Hartsell, Rev. Rex Wilburn Class of 2011: Mr. Roger Bland, Mrs. Ellen Short Class of 2012: Mr. James Ford, Rev. Frank Millender, Mr. Cliff Hodges

West Jackson District Class of 2009-2010: Nancy Ballard, Larscie Ellis, Warren Cox, Class of 2010-2011: Mitchell Hedgepeth, Joe May, Jim Walden, Chair class of 2011-2012: Bob Jordan, Travis Vance, Alva Cobb The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 29

Section II

Conference Directory A. Clergy, Diaconals, Deconesses Ministerial Service Records and Directory

Appointment Codes DM - Diaconal Minister OF - Full Member of Other DR - Retired Diaconal Minister Annual Conference AF - Affiliate Member RD - Retired Deacon in AM - Associate Member Full Connection PD - Probationary Deacon RE - Retired Full Elder FD - Deacon in Full Connection RA - Retired Associate Member FE - Elder in Full Connection RP - Retired Probationary Member PE - Probationary Elder RL - Retired Local Pastor OA - Associate Member of FL - Full-Time Local Pastor Other Annual Conference PL - Part-Time Local Pastor OD - Deacon Member of LP - Other Local Pastor Other Annual Conference LM - Certified Lay Minister OE - Elder Member of SY - Other Supplies - GCFA needs Other Annual Conference to receive information on OP - Probationary Member of assigned pastors Other Annual Conference Ethnicity Codes AA – African American NA – Native American AsA – Asian American Ot – Other HA – Hispanic American WA – White American ME – Multi Ethnic

1. Clergy Members of Conference * Denotes those registered at Annual Conference # Denotes excused abscencs Abrams, Carolyn Ann (Robert Lee): (FE) (AA) 1/7/1949. PM-92; D-92; FC-95; E-95. Wiggins: H.A. Brown Memorial, 93-08; Family Leave, 06/08/08-10; Incapacity Leave, 10- . 324 Emerson Drive , Hattiesburg, MS 39401. /(601) 583-0390 Abrams, Robert Lee (Carolyn): (FE) (AA) 2/1/1949. PM-92; D-92; FC-95; E-95. Riley Chapel/Mt. Pleasant, 93-97; Director, Coast Prison Ministries, 97-98 ; Leave-Voluntary, 98-10; Incapacity Leave, 10- . 324 Emerson Drive , Hattiesburg, MS 39401. /(601) 583-0390 *Alexander, Martha Ann (): (FE) (AA) 12/6/1949. PM-97; D-97; E-00; FC-00. Louisville: Wesley/Maple Springs, 98-2000; Mt. Pleasant/New Church/Middlebrook/Galloway Assoc., 2000-04; Middlebrook, 00- 07; Operation Shoestring (Staff), 07- . P O Box 11223 , Jackson, MS 39283. (601) 353-6336/(601) 488- 4373 [email protected] 30 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

Alman, Rex (Zexa): (RE) (WA) 9/7/1926. Retired. 5012 6th Pl , Meridian, MS 39305. /(601) 483- 6005 *Altman, Mervyn Jonathan (Carol Lynette): (FE) (WA) 9/26/1959. PM-85; D-85; E-88; FC-88. Garrett Evangelical Theological Seminary, Evanston, IL, 85-86; Foxworth-Kokomo, 86-87; Meridian, Wesley, 87-90/Union-Mt. Zion 89-90, Iuka, 90-93, Lyons/Jonestown, 93-94; Elain (North Arkansas), 94-96; Methodist Medical Center, 96-01; Central MS Medical Ctr. 01-04; Belzoni: First-Swiftown, 04-05; Mount Olive, 05-06. Ovett, 05-07. Moselle, 06-07; Voluntary Leave, 07-09; Lodebar, 09- . 214 N Church St , Florence, MS 39073. /(601) 845-7720 [email protected] *Anderson, Lynne Elizabeth (William Jeff): (PL) (WA) 9/5/1959. Porterville, 99-2000; Daleville Associate/Wesley Foundation MCC, 2000-02; Pleasant Grove & MCC Wesley, 02 . 11101 Gilbert Joyner Rd , Meridian, MS 39305. (601) 484-8641/(601) 737-5265 [email protected] *Anderson, Robert Mark (Melinda): (FE) (WA) 6/16/1964. PM-89; D-89; E-92; FC-92. Rienzi-Blythe’s Chapel, 84-85; Ebenezer/Hebron/Coxburg, 85-87; Millsaps College, 85-87; Student, Candler School of Theology, 87-90; Grenada, St. John’s, 90-92; Friendship, 92-95; Verona/Palmetto, 95-99; Jumpertown, 99-02; Oak Grove, 02. 4915 Old Hwy 11 , Hattiesburg, MS 39402. (601) 264-8850/(601) 264-9715 [email protected] *Anderson, Samuel Napoleon (Viera Jean): (FL) (AA) 7/1/1943. Grenada: Vincent, 05-07; Meridian Parish, 07-. 4820 25th St , Meridian, MS 39307. /(601) 693-1588 Anding, Robert Eugene (Billie): (RE) (WA) 8/25/1921. Retired. 1256 Steens Creek Dr , Florence, MS 39073. /(601) 845-3299 Appel, Kurt Thomas (Claudia): (FE) (WA) 2/9/1964. PM-95; D-95; E-98; FC-98. Gulfport, First Associate, 95-99; Pass Christian/Long Beach: Christ, 99-04; Cargill Associates, 04. 2369 Park Place Dr , Gulfport, MS 39507. (228) 897-1625/(228) 897-1625 [email protected] Appleby, William Franklin Sr. (Minna): (RE) (WA) 6/20/1928. Retired. PO Box 841 , Lake Junaluska, NC 28745. (334) 794-2169/(828) 454-5289 [email protected] *Armstrong, Robert N (Gail M): (FL) (WA) 11/5/1948. Pleasant Hill-Thornton, 00-05, Mount Olivet- Satartia-Wesley Chapel, 05-09; Iuka North, 09- . 708 West Ash Street , Iuka, MS 38852. /(662) 423-5696 [email protected] *Armstrong, Terri Kay (): (FE) (WA) 1/3/1963. PM-90; D-90; E-93; FC-93. Methodist Hospital, Memphis, 90-91; Eudora First, 90-92; Caswell Springs (assoc), 92-94; Methodist Hospital, Memphis, 94-97; Family Leave, 97-98; Traceway Retirement Community, 98. 1103 Nixon Dr , Tupelo, MS 38801. (662) 844-1441/(662) 844-4727 [email protected] Arrington, Donald Ray (Grace): (PL) (AA) 4/26/1955. Memphis, 94-97; Family Leave, 97-98; Amory: St. James/Spruell Chapel, 02-09; Spruell Chapel, 09- . 612 Cox St , Amory, MS 38821. (662) 651- 4990/(662) 256-3481 [email protected] *Artmann, Thomas Elton Jr (Paula): (FE) (WA) 12/7/1953. PM-88; D-88; E-90; FC-90. Clinton First, Associate, -90; Jackson, Christ, Associate, 90-96; Magee, 96-2000; Hattiesburg: Heritage, 00. 3 Baracuda Dr , Hattiesburg, MS 39402. (601) 261-3371/(601) 264-4472 [email protected] Ash, John Lowry III (Lenore): (RE) (WA) 8/7/1924. Retired. 7401 Blackmon Road, Apt. 1801 , Columbus, GA 31909. /(706) 569-1762 *Ashford, Anthony A (): (PL) (AA) 2/28/1960. Columbus Circuit, 03- . 604 Gillespie Street , Starkville, MS 39759. /(662) 323-5896 *Ashton, Loye B. (Rwth): (FD) (WA) . Tougaloo College (Professor), 07- . Tougaloo College P O Box 71, Tougaloo, MS 39174. (601) 977-7944/ *Ashton, Rwth Samson (Loye B): (FE) (WA) 2/9/1970. Crossgates, 03-08; Belzona: First, 08-09/01/09; Millsaps College (Chaplain), 09/01/09- . 701 North State St , Jackson, MS 39210. (601) 974-1205/ rwth. [email protected] Assink, Michael Lynn (Cindy): (PL) (WA) 4/17/1951. Barlow, 93- . 2219 Norton-Assink Rd NW , Wesson, MS 39191. (601) 892-3770/(601) 833-4187 *Atchison, William Floyd (Glenae): (FE) (WA) 12/7/1955. D in Prob. 02. Sartartia, 91-95; Mt. Pleasant, 95-96; Independence/Hebron, 96-98; Hickory Flat, 98-2000; Bethlehem, 2000-2003; Fletchers Chapel-Bethany, 03-08; Felder, 08- ; McComb: Pearl River Charge, 08- . 1061 Campground Circle , Summitt, MS 39120. (601) 684-8797/(601) 249-4444 [email protected] #Atkins, Charles Thomas (Mary Jo): (FE) (WA) 10/18/1951. XFER from Dekotas AC-98; Pisgah, 97- 01; Star-Braxton 01–02; Greenville: First, 02-05; Columbia: First, 05-09; Como-Wesley Chapel, 09- . PO Box 277 , Como, MS 38619. (662) 526-5256/(662) 526-9225 [email protected] The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 31

*Bailey, Elisha Allen Jr (Ethel Lavell): (RE) (WA) 8/2/1921. D-49; E-50; FC-50. Indianola: First, 98. PO Box 86 , Indianola, MS 38751. (662) 887-4446/(662) 887-3505 *Bailey, Grady Sullivan Jr (Jennie): (RE) (WA) 8/18/1938. Retired. Ellison/Pickens, 06-. 96 Holmar Drive , Brandon, MS 39047. / [email protected] *Bailey, James L. Jr. (): (FL) (WA) 12/12/1956. Scooba-Binnsville, 09- . P. O. Box 56 , Scooba, MS 39358. (662) 476-5525/(662) 476-5525 [email protected] *Bailey, Michelle Ke (): (FE) (WA) 5/10/1965. PM-98; D-98; FE-01. Dunkirk-Bethel-Center, (N.IN), 96-99; Starr-Braxton, 99-2001; Gulfport: Ramsay Memorial, 01-1/1/08; Voluntary Leave, 1/1/08-. 2113 Pass Road , Biloxi, MS 39531. (228) 388-1478/(228) 760-1955 [email protected] Baker, James Clay (Jane L): (RE) (WA) 12/29/1937. OT-64; D-66; E-68; FC-67. Assoc. Water Valley Cr., 60-61; Oxford Parish, 61-64; Tishomingo, 64-66; Walnut, 66-69; Minter City, 69-72; Coldwater, 72- 77; Pope, Dept. of Corrections, 77-78; MS Dept. Corrections; Oakland, 78. 7506 Eureka Rd , Courtland, MS 38620. (662) 563-8253/(662) 563-8253 [email protected] Baker, Michael Ray (Kathleen): (FE) (WA) 3/13/1973. PM-98; D-98; FE-01. Bude, 99-02; US Navy, 02. 127 Stepping Stone Trail , Jacksonville, NC 28546. /(757) 589-1853 [email protected] *Baldwin, Victoria Sizemore (Conrad): (FE) (AA) 7/15/1953. PM-91; D-91; E-93; FC-93. Brandon Bay, 91-92; St. Stephen, 92-93; North Texas Conference (426.1), 93-95; Leave of Absence, 95-96; Kosciusko, Wesley, 96-2001; Jackson: Central, 2001-2003; Senatobia District, 03-10; Hattiesburg: Court Street, 10- . 609 Southern Avenue , Hattiesburg, MS 39401. (601) 583-1711/(601) 797-9637 vickist53@bellsouth. net *Banes, Henry Eugene (Elsie): (RE) (WA) 4/3/1945. Retired. Homewood-High Hill-Carr-Henry, 10- . 8720 Hwy 35 S , Forest, MS 39074. (601) 854-8028/(601) 546-2920 homewoodcharge@bayspringstel. net Barefield, Sam (): (RE) (WA) . Retired. PO Box 1322 , Franklin, TN 37065. / Barfield, Mark (): (FL) (WA) . Dekalb-Union, 10- . P. O. Box 98 , Dekalb, MS 39328. / mrkbarfield@ yahoo.com Barksdale, William Alford Jr (): (FE) (WA) 11/3/1967. PM-94; D-94; FC-95; E-95. Madison, First, Associate, 93-97; Conference Staff, 97-2003; Madison, 03. 100 Post Oak Road , Madison, MS 39130. (601) 856-6058/ [email protected] *Barkum, Nathaniel Taylor Sr. (Teresa): (PL) (AA) 1/27/1971. Picayune Circuit (Assoc), 07-09; New Church Start, 09-05/01/10; Gulfport: Ramsey Memorial, 05/01/10- . 18025 Greenleaves Drive , Gulfport, MS 39503. (228) 669-6258/(228) 831-4291 [email protected] *Barlow, Roy Benjamin (Emily): (FE) (WA) 10/13/1978. PE-05; FC-08; FE-08; Long Beach: First (assoc.), 05-09; Hurley, 09- . P. O. Box 84 , Hurley, MS 39555. (228) 588-6256/(228) 588-6346 benbar- [email protected] Barlow, Roy Nelson (Mary Lou): (RE) (WA) 1/28/1925. Retired. 18824 Goff Farm Rd , Moss Point, MS 39562. /(228) 588-3229 *Barnes, Elvina Thomas (Luther): (PL) (AA) 3/30/1941. Gulfport: St. Mark-Riley Chapel, 02-06; St. Rock, 06-. 6957 Kiln Delisle Rd , Pass Christian, MS 39571. /(228) 255-7243 [email protected] *Barnes, Jimmy Loyd (Bessie): (FE) (AA) 9/6/1946. PM-97; D-97; FE-01. Nettleton: Palestine / Pleasant Grove, 95-2001; Okolona: Mount Pisgah, 01-06: Jackson: Central, 06-08; Tupelo: St. Paul, 08-10; Tupelo District, 10- . PO BOX 3957 , Tupelo, MS 38803. (662) 842-8477/(662) 205-8487 [email protected] Barron, Columbus (Dorothy): (RE) (AA) 6/29/1922. Retired. 780 Arnett Rd , Louisville, MS 39339. (662) 773-6556/(662) 773-6556 Barton, Troy (Laurie): (PL) (WA) 6/10/1962. Love, 98-00; Rice’s Chapel-Early Grove, 00-04; Free Springs, 06-. 4432 Bloombury St , Southaven, MS 38672. / *Bass, Delmar Wayne Sr (Jacqueline Evette): (FE) (AA) 1/11/1960. PE-02, FE-05. Abbeville Charge, 99-02; DeKalb Parish, 02-10; Hattiesburg: St. John, 10- ; Hattiesburg: St. Paul, 10- . 209 E 5th St , Hattiesburg, MS 39401. (601) 583-8131/(601) 582-2286 [email protected] Battiest, Charles Ray (Marietta Ruth): (RE) (NA) 9/29/1943. Retired. 511 E. Laurel St. , Hugo, OK 74743. /(580) 326-7717 *Bayliss, Milford Gordon (Verna): (RL) (WA) 3/13/1937. Retired. Longview-Adaton, 10- . 1948 Longview Road , Starkville, MS 39759. /(662) 324-2308 [email protected] *Beam, Jerry Bostick (Sally): (FE) (WA) 9/26/1941. OT-65; D-65; E-69; FC-69. Student, Candler, 64-67, Forsyth Cr. Assoc., N.GA, 64-65; Buena Vista, 67-68; Glenfield-Bethlehem, 68-71; Shannon, 32 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

71-75; Greenville, Trinity, Assoc., 75-77; Webb-Sumner, 77-78, Grenada, First, Assoc., 78-81; Moorhead- Caile-Swiftown, 82-85; Moorhead-Sunflower, 85-87; Tupelo, St. Mark, 87-89; Water Valley, First, 89-93; Moss Point, Dantzler, 95-2000; Philadelphia: First-Henrys Chapel, 00-05; Seashore District, 05-06: New Albany District, 06- ; Senatobia District (Co), 10- . P O Box 686 , New Albany, MS 38652. (662) 534- 7733/(662) 583-0520 [email protected] *Beam-Ingram, Alicia Lynette (Jim): (FD) (WA) 10/9/1968. FD-01. Florence: Marvin, 96-98; Hattiesburg: Main Street, Education, 98-2000; Cokesbury, 00-07; Piney Woods School (Chaplain), 07- 10; Transitional Leave, 10- . 519 Airline Road , Starkville, MS 39759. /(662) 328-6259 beamebaby@ yahoo.com *Beam-Ingram, James Carey (Alicia): (FE) (WA) 2/15/1972. PM-98; D-98; E-00; FC-00. New Hope, 98-2003; Brandon, First Associate 2003-04; Pelahatchie: First-Gulde, 04-06: Wesleyanna, 06-10; Center For Ministry, 06-10; Columbus: Wesley, 10- . 519 Airline Road , Columbus, MS 39704. (662) 328- 8644/(662) 328-6259 [email protected] *Beard, Timothy T (Marjorie): (FE) (WA) 6/13/1949. PM-88; D-88; E-90; FC-90. Rose Hill Charge, 75-79; Sandtown, 79-81; Heidelberg, 81-86; Vossburg Charge, 86; Student, Candler School of Theology, 86-88; Meridian, Oakland Heights/Sageville, 88-92; Inverness-Caile-Isola, 92-02; Collins / Eminence, 02-08; Clarksdale: St. Paul’s, 08- . 1020 Lynn Avenue , Clarksdale, MS 38614. (662) 624-6893/(662) 624-5155 [email protected] *Beasley, Zachary C (Sharon): (FE) (AA) 3/19/1955. PM-90; D-90; E-92; FC-92. Morton Circuit, 83- 85; Brandon Circuit, 85-90; Student, Candler, 87-90; Gulfport: St. Mark-Riley Chapel, 90-09; Canton, 09- ; Jackson St. Univ. Wesley Fdn., 09- . P O Box 297 , Canton, MS 39046. (601) 859-6009/(228) 832-1241 [email protected] *Beatty, Leonard A (Elaine): (PL) (WA) 11/19/1955. Louin-Read’s Chapel, 04- . 4982 Hwy 15 , Louin, MS 39338. (601) 425-4622/(601) 739-3349 [email protected] Beauchamp, Finis P (Gloria): (PL) (WA) 10/1/1956. Flowood, 04- . 332 Wild Cedar Pl , Brandon, MS 39042. / [email protected] *Beavers, William Tramel (Becky): (FE) (WA) 3/14/1954. PM-89; D-89; E-92; FC-92. Student, Candler (Student Pastorate, Fincher North Georgia); Lebanon, Christ-Wesley Director, NEMCC; Starkville, First, Associate, 93-2000; Getwell Road, 00. 7875 Getwell Rd , Southaven, MS 38672. (662) 349-3680/(662) 449-3107 [email protected] Belle, Preston Charles (India): (RE) (AA) 10/26/1926. Retired. P.O. Box 415 , Aberdeen, MS 39730. (662) 369-2093/(662) 369-2093 Benefield-Pfaff, Rachel (Scott): (FE) (WA) 10/30/1963. PM-88; D-88; E-91; FC-91. Gulfport: Handsboro, 99-06; Family Leave, 06- . 123 Bayou Circle , Gulfport, MS 39507. /(228) 863-5170 benep- [email protected] *Bennett, Kenny (Bettye): (PL) (ME) 11/17/1969. Carthage: Greenwood Chapel, 09- . 1129 Lake Road , Pelahatchie, MS 39145. /(601) 845-6380 [email protected] *Benson, Demario Sr. (): (PL) (AA) . Saint Mary’s-Mount Salem, 10- . 108 Pacific Circle , Crystal Springs, MS 39059. (601) 892-3348/(601) 892-2026 Beshell, Peckie Jill (): (RD) (WA) 12/16/1936. Retired. 4701 Lakeland Dr Apt 27A , Flowood, MS 39232. /(601) 420-0101 [email protected] *Bevill, Sara Nell (): (FE) (WA) 12/30/1958. PM-91; D-91; E-93. Lewisburg / Hernando Associate 91- 93; Jackson, Van Winkle, 93-95; GBGM, 95-04; Ridgeland: First, 04-06: Biloxi: Beauvoir, 06-08; New Church Start, 08- . 9601 Oak Crest Road , Ocean Springs, MS 39564. (228) 436-3986/ sallybevill@aol. com *Biedenharn, Dorothy Clare (James P): (FE) (WA) 11/29/1952. E-06; FC-06. D in Assoc. 02. Redbone, 98-02; Mount Olivet-Satartia-Wesley Chapel, 02-05; Bovina-Edwards, 05-07; Independence–Hebron, 07-09; East Jefferson Parish Hosp, 09- . 3801 W Napoleon Avenue #A107 , Metairie, LA 70001. (504) 454-4000/ [email protected] *Biedenharn, James Phelan Jr (Clare): (FE) (WA) 8/28/1946. E-98; FC-98. Redbone, 96-98; Porter’s Chapel, 98-04; Jackson: Epworth, 04-07; Byhalia, 07-10; Picayune: First, 10- . P.O. Box 148 , Picayune, MS 39466. (601) 798-4321/(601) 749-8392 [email protected] *Bishop, Donald Lee (Nancy): (RE) (WA) 12/8/1947. Retired. 228 Francis Asbury Road , Waynesville, NC 28725. /(828) 452-2398 [email protected] *Bishop, Nancy Faye (Donald): (RD) (WA) 8/2/1946. Retired. 228 Francis Asbury Road , Waynesville, NC 28725. /(828) 452-2398 [email protected] The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 33

*Bishop, Ricky Hugh (Sharon): (FL) (WA) 3/18/1953. Tishamingo South (co-pastor), 06-09; Wheeler/ Meadow Creek, 09- . 1308 Carrollville Ave. , Baldwyn, MS 38824. (662) 231-6553/(662) 365-8946 [email protected] *Bittick, Stephen Karl (Cassie): (FE) (WA) 9/14/1965. PE-05; FC-08; FE-08. Fannin, 05-09; New Church Start, 09- . 5520 Amanda Belle Drive , Southaven, MS 38672. (662) 996-1454/ skbittick@ comcast.net *Black, James Merle Jr (Charlotte): (FL) (WA) 8/19/1952. Columbus: St. Stephen’s, 04. 927 Steger Rd , Columbus, MS 39701. (662) 327-4175/(662) 327-4175 [email protected] Black, Warren C Jr (Janis): (FE) (WA) 1/4/1950. PM-76; D-76; E-79; FC-79. United Theological Seminary, Dayton, OH, 74-77; Mississippi College School of Law, 77-78; Webb-Sumner, 78-82; Jackson, St. Luke’s, Associate, 83-84; Jackson, Pastoral Counseling Center, 84-85; Ridgeland, First, 85-92; Amory, St. Andrews, 92-96; Oxford: Oxford-University, 96. 424 S Tenth , Oxford, MS 38655. (662) 234- 5278/(662) 236-2821 Blackman, Dalmer Leonard (Joan): (RA) (WA) 1/14/1936. Retired. 897 CR 956 , Iuka, MS 38853. (662) 423-2430/(662) 423-2430 Blackwell, Ellis Jr (Joann): (RA) (AA) 8/12/1937. Retired. PO Box 283 , Hazelhurst, MS 39083. /(601) 894-3548 *Blackwell, Sylvia S (): (FE) (WA) 8/9/1962. PM-86; D-86; E-90; FC-90. Asbury Theological Seminary. 84-87; Alta Woods, Associate, 87-93: Madison, St. Matthew’s, Associate, 93-02; Leave-Family, 02-09; The One Foundation, 09- . 300 White Oak Landing , Ridgeland, MS 39157. (601) 853-4972/(601) 853- 4972 [email protected] *Bolden, Maxine Simmons (Michael): (FE) (AA) 3/12/1964. PE-04. E-07. FC-07. Greer Chapel, 04- . 1448 Tracewood Drive , Jackson, MS 39211. (601) 932-6507/(601) 977-0453 maxine_bolden@hotmail. com Bolton, Larry Darnell (Patsy N): (AM) (AA) . AM-86. Leakesville, 82; Enterprise Circuit, 82-84; Lake Circuit, 84-85; Bay Springs Circuit, 85-88; Mallalieu, 88-90; Riley Chapel, 90-93; Lampton New Zion, 93-94; Lucedale/Lauderdale, 94-95; Waynesboro Circuit, 95-97; Leave-Incapacity, 3/1/97- . 107 Juanita Blackwell Dr , Beaumont, MS 39423. /(601) 735-9233 Bond, John W (): (PE) (WA) . Gulfport: First Associate, 98-4/1/01; Leave-Incapacity, 4/1/01- . 1512 Seacliffe Dr , Gautier, MS 39553. /(228) 497-2470 [email protected] Bonds, Jerry Wayne (): (PL) (WA) . Blue Mountain, 07- . 357 CR 956 , Iuka, MS 38852. /(662) 423- 3162 [email protected] *Booker, Linnie Juanita (): (RA) (AA) 12/2/1943. Retired. Vaiden: Haven, 10- . P O Box 463 , Lexington, MS 39095. / [email protected] Boone, Jimmy Michael (): (FE) (WA) 1/23/1956. Alabama-West Florida Conf, 07. 2059 Collier Way , Tuscaloosa, AL 35405. (205) 247-2402/(205) 366-1956 [email protected] *Boose, Charlie R (Pattie): (FL) (AA) 8/24/1939. Rose Hill/Garlandville, 94-98; Shubuta Parish, 98. 74 Fisher Ln , Hickory, MS 39332. (601) 646-5653/(601) 646-5653 [email protected] *Borders, Clifton Rodney (Gloria): (FE) (WA) 8/15/1945. OT-71; D-70 (North Alabama); E-72; FC-72. Candler School of Theology, 69-71; New Albany, First, Associate, 71-72; Golden, 72-77; Other Denomination, 77-83; Batesville, First, Associate, 83-88; (Reinstated to Full Connection, June, 1985); Winona, Moore Memorial, 88-93; Tupelo, Wesley, 93-98; Corinth: First, 98-2003; Crossgates, 03-06: Madison: St. Matthews, 06-09; Fannin, 09- . 2851 Hwy 471 , Brandon, MS 39047. (601) 829-2005/(601) 896-3878 [email protected] *Boren, Aubrey Lindon (Lillian): (RE) (WA) 6/22/1939. Retired. Iuka: South, 07- . 195 Graham Rd. , Iuka, MS 38825. /(662) 423-1027 [email protected] *Bowdoin, Lister H. (Sharon): (FL) (WA) 1/6/1948. Bovina/Edwards, 07- . 410 Naples Road , Jackson, MS 39206. (601) 940-3635/ [email protected] *Bowie, John L (Gladys): (RE) (WA) 3/15/1951. Retired. 1073 Rolling Hills Dr , Crystal Springs, MS 39059. (601) 892-6020/(601) 892-6020 [email protected] Box, Dabney (): (RA) (WA) 2/28/1924. Retired. 1515 Munsford Dr. c/o The Magnolia Place, New Albany, MS 38652. / Box, Oliver James (Kate): (FE) (WA) 9/13/1979. PE-06, E-09, FC-09; Algoma, 06-09, Virginia AC, 09- . 400 Commonwealth Ave, #104 , Alexandria, VA 22301. (662) 489-7198/ [email protected] *Box, Phillip Wade (Lisa B): (FE) (WA) 1/4/1953. PM-80; D-80; E-85; FC-85. Houston, First, Associate, 73; Nanih Waiya, 74-78; Courtland, 79-86; Webb-Sumner, Glendora, 86-89; Shannon-Brewer, 89-2003; 34 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

Booneville: First, 03-10; Fulton: First, 10- . 414 East Sheffield Rd. , Fulton, MS 38843. /(662) 862-9536 [email protected] *Boyd, Franklin Lamar (Jeanette): (PL) (WA) 3/30/1941. McAdams-Lamar, 07- . 2165 Houston Thompson Rd , Starkville, MS 39759. (662) 312-1032/(662) 323-4307 [email protected] *Boyd, John Milton (Mary M): (RE) (WA) 2/15/1939. PM-97; D-97; FC-99; E-99; Retired-09. Robinsonville, 09- . 9954 Old Hwy 61 S , Dundee, MS 38626. (662) 363-7082/(662) 363-7082 jmboyd@ mygait.com *Boyd, Marty (Shirley): (PL) (AA) 7/15/1955. Tibbee: Jones Chapel, 10- . 1347 Pat Station Road , Starkville, MS 39759. /(662) 324-1294 [email protected] Boyte, Rank William (Bonnie): (RE) (WA) 6/17/1925. Retired. 1049 CR 82 , New Albany, MS 38652. (662) 534-2793/(662) 534-2793 *Bradley, Anne Russell (Scott): (PL) (WA) 8/6/1965. Columbus: First, 05- . 39 Fairway Dr , Columbus, MS 39705. (662) 328-5252/(662) 327-5469 [email protected] *Bradley, Kevin Clyde (Jaye): (PE) (WA) 9/14/1963. PE-10. Rosedale, 04-07; Big Point-Rosedale, 07- 10; Gulfport: Trinity (Assoc), 10- . 2248 Hwy 612 , Lucedale, MS 39452. (228) 863-2717/(601) 947-2440 [email protected] *Braman, Diane Lynne (B.B. Watson): (FD) (WA) 5/23/1967. PD-07, FD-10. Transitional Leave, 6/14/07-1/18/08; Catholic Charities, 08- . 404 Briars Bend , Brandon, MS 39042. (601) 326-3736/(601) 842-7599 [email protected] *Branch, Ellis Ray (Connie): (FE) (WA) 4/3/1952. D-80; PM-80; FC-84. Benoit-Pace Longshot, 84- 86; Myrtle, 86-87; Moorhead-Sunflower, 87-89; Avon-Glen Allen, 89-90. Maben/Faculty, Wood Jr. College (90-92) Weir/Salem, Weir; Wood College, 92-97; Saucier, 97- 2001; Woodville-Macedonia, 01-07; Tunica: First, 07-10; Barton, 10- ; Mt. Pleasantttt, 10- . POB 67 , Mt. Pleasant, MS 39649. (662) 851-7301/(662) 851-7909 [email protected] *Branning, John Mark (Traci): (FE) (WA) 6/7/1974. PM-99; D-99. FE-02 . Pleasant Grove, 94-96; Coy, 96-04 ; Crystal Springs-Mt. Pleasant, 04. 406 W Marion Avenue , Crystal Springs, MS 39059. (601) 892-1357/(601) 892-3609 [email protected] Brant, Robert Roy (Anne M.): (RE) (WA) 1/16/1944. Retired. 1204 Webster Street , Corinth, MS 38834. /(662) 396-2262 [email protected] *Bray, Curtis Lee (Pamela): (PE) (WA) 6/2/1952. PE-10. Shaeffer’s Chapel, 02-10; Artesia, 10- . 3754 CR 30 , Ethelsville, AL 35461. (662) 328-7224/(205) 658-2834 [email protected] *Brewer, Bobby L (Rebecca Estelle): (FL) (WA) 11/28/1948. Carson-Goodhope, 00-05; Dixie, 05- ; Brooklyn, 10- . 172 S Lake Rd , Hattiesburg, MS 39401. /(601) 582-8901 [email protected] Brewer, Leland (Velma Jean): (RE) (WA) . Retired. Administrative Location, 6/95. 303 Kensington Dr , Hattiesburg, MS 39402. /(601) 264-8178 Bridge, Tyler Rende (Kristy): (PL) (WA) 10/17/1977. Hopewell, 07- . 3631 Elmer Trail SE , Brookhaven, MS 39601. (601) 833-1270/(601) 823-8977 [email protected] *Brister, Charles Earl Jr (Mary Louise): (RE) (WA) 9/10/1937. PM-77; D-77; E-86; FC-86. Osyka- Muddy Springs, 60-62, Southwest Mississippi Junior College; McCall Creek, 62-63; Glade-Pendorf, 63- 64; East Columbia, 64-66; Nesom Memorial (LA Conference), 66-69; Felder’s, 74-76; White Memorial (NC Conference), Duke Divinity School, 76-77; McComb, St. Andrew’s, 77-79; McComb, Pearl River Avenue, 79-85; Liberty, Memphis Theological Seminary (M.D.) 85-89; Utica/Carpenter 89-91; Tylertown, 91-96; Adams/Summit, 96-2003; Mallalieu, 03. PO Box 256 , Summit, MS 39666. (601) 276- 7248/(601) 276-7248 [email protected] *Britt, Willis Japthy Jr (Brenda): (RE) (WA) 8/12/1942. PM-69; D-69; E-71; FC-71. Fletcher’s Chapel Charge, 63-66; Redwood Charge, 66-68; Bir-mingham-Union Hill Charge (GA), 68-69; Haygood Memorial (GA), Associate, 69- 71; Roxie Charge, 71-72; Vicksburg, Porter’s Chapel, 72-75; Columbia, First (Co-Pastor) and Marion County Cooperative Parish, 75-79; Bay St. Louis, Main Street and Waveland UMC, 79-83; Forest, 83-86; Picayune, First, 86-90; Brandon, St. Mark’s, 90-96; Hattiesburg, Parkway Heights, 96-02.; Jackson: Galloway, 2002-04; West Jackson District, 04. 5592 Baxter Drive , Jackson, MS 39211. /(601) 899-8925 [email protected] *Britton, Fred Shell (Angela): (FE) (WA) 8/28/1958. PM-81; D-81; E-85; FC-85. Asbury Theological Seminary, 81-83; Glendale/Gillis Chapel, 83-85; Westlake, 85-89; Laurel, Franklin 89-90; Raleigh- Unity, 90-93; Raymond/ Learned, 93-97; Epworth, 97-2000; Moss Point: Dantzler Memorial, 00-05; Philadelphia: First-Henrey’s Chapel, 05. 563 E Main St , Philadelphia, MS 39350. (601) 656-1376/(601) 656-0311 [email protected] The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 35

*Brooks, David Lindsay (Sharon): (FL) (WA) 2/28/1947. Gloster, 02-08; Nettleton: First–Shiloh, 08- . P. O. Box 128 , Nettleton, MS 38858. (662) 963-3543/(662) 963-1443 [email protected] *Brooks, Frederick Lee (Lynn Loflin): (FE) (WA) 6/11/1959. PM-87; D-87; E-90; FC-90. Seminary, Candler School of Theology, 87-88; Associate, Hat-tiesburg, Parkway Heights, 88-91; Brookhaven, Jackson Street-Hawkins Chapel, 90-92; Decatur, 92-97; Wiggins, First, 97-01; Bay St. Louis: Main Street, 01-08; Tupelo: St Luke, 08- . 1400 Clayton Avenue , Tupelo, MS 38804. (662) 842-6522/(662) 842-6817 [email protected] *Broughton, Ronald Scott (Amanda Keeton): (FL) (WA) 4/2/1983. Nanih Waiya, 03-07; Mt. Pleasant, 07-10; Sandy Hook, 10- . 497 John Ford Home Road , Sandy Hook, MS 39478. / brougrs42@yahoo. com Brown, D Elton (Juliette): (RE) (WA) 9/22/1927. Retired. PO Box 93 , Purvis, MS 39475. /(601) 794- 2136 [email protected] Brown, Dalton Dee (): (RP) (WA) 5/16/1930. Retired. 659 Hwy 371 , Mantachie, MS 38855. (662) 282-4221/(662) 282-4221 *Brown, Eddie David (Mary Ann): (FE) (AA) 8/2/1945. D-80; PM-80; FC-84. Abbeville, 84-87; Amory, St. James-New Point-Spruell, 87-92; Columbia Valley, 92-2001; Greenwood: Wesley, 01-04; Laurel: St. Paul, 04-08; Lampton: New Zion-St. Paul, 08- . 14 Lampton Hilltop Rd , Columbia, MS 39429. (601) 736-1080/(601) 736-6331 *Brown, Fredrick Henry (Emma Lee): (RE) (AA) 5/10/1939. Retired. Columbus: St. James, 05. 727 12th Street N , Columbus, MS 39701. (662) 327-5847/(662) 328-3637 Brown, James Dudley (Azalee): (RE) (WA) 11/10/1931. Retired. 1055 Hemphill Ave NW , Atlanta, GA 30318. /(404) 876-4143 *Brown, Kent Russell (Janice V): (PL) (AA) 10/13/1955. Ailesville, Associate, 97-2000; Batesville: St. Pauls, 00. 694 CR 225 , Oxford, MS 38655. (662) 561-1107/(662) 607-5230 *Brown, Robert Edward (Betty): (FE) (AA) 9/19/1951. PM-02, E-04, FC-04. Shuqualak, Asbury (PTLP), 89-90; Rose Hill / Garlandville (SLP), 90-94; Oxford, Burns, 94-01; Forest Charge, 01- 09; Jackson: Middlebrook, 09- . 110 Meadow Pointe Cove , Brandon, MS 39042. /(601) 706-4735 [email protected] *Bryant, David Joseph (Charlotte): (AM) (AA) 1/1/1948. Saint Mary’s-Mount Salem, 95-08; Columbia Valley-Hub Chapel;, 08- . 5222 Brookleigh Dr , Jackson, MS 39272. (601) 373-6024/(601) 373-6024 [email protected] *Bryant, Wilbert Charles Sr (Flo): (AM) (AA) 6/6/1946. Hazlehurst: Mt Sinai 127 N Massengill St , Hazlehurst, MS 39083. (601) 894-4346/(601) 894-4047 Buchholz, David (): (PE) (WA) . Pe-10. Fletchers Chapel/Bethany, 08- . 5711 Fletcher’s Chapel Rd , Yazoo City, MS 39194. /(706) 676-3364 [email protected] *Buell, George W (Patricia T): (FE) (WA) 1/8/1950. PM-95; D-95; FC-99; E-99. Greenfield, 91-93; Courtland, 94-97; Horn Lake, New Hope, 97-02; Ackerman: First, 02-07; Starkville: Aldersgate, 07- . 820 Evergreen Street , Starkville, MS 39759. (662) 323-4657/(662) 323-5984 [email protected] *Burghard, Loius (Mary Beth): (FL) (WA) . Gloster, 08- . PO Box 157 , Gloster, MS 39638. /(601) 754-0165 [email protected] *Burkes, John Clinton Jr (Linda Mills): (FE) (WA) 5/31/1949. PM-88; D-88; FC-95; E-95. Houston, North, 86-89; Scarritt, 87-88; Asbury, 89-91; Wheeler, 91-92; Tranquil/Wren, 92-96; Hamilton, 96-98; Fairview Robbs, 98-2000; Tranquil Grady’s Chapel, 2000-2003; Greenleaf-Palestine, 03-06; Smithville, 06-08; Incapacity Leave, 08- . 2901 Confederate Ave , Tupelo, MS 38801. /(662) 840-8835 jlburkes@ bellsouth.net *Burnett, Alice Carol (Jeremy): (FE) (WA) . PM-77; D-77; E-83. Moore Community House, 04. P. O. Box 204 , Biloxi, MS 39533. (228) 669-4827/(228) 669-4827 [email protected] Burnett, Marshall Emmett Jr (Lynn): (RE) (WA) 11/3/1925. Retired. 2051 Country Club Drive , Yazoo City, MS 39194. /(601) 879-8153 [email protected] *Burris, Clifton Louis (Leanne): (FE) (WA) 2/6/1973. PM-03; E-06; FC-06. Morton: First, 03-06; Ocean Springs: St. Paul (Assoc Min of Evangelism), 06-. P. O. Box 909 , Ocean Springs, MS 39566. (228) 875-5701/ [email protected] *Burris, Leanne Bennett (Cliff): (FE) (WA) 9/10/1975. PM-03; E-06; FC-06. Morton: First, 03-06; Ocean Springs: St. Paul (Assoc Min. of Missions and Children) 06-. P. O. Box 909 , Ocean Springs, MS 39566. (228) 875-5701/ [email protected] 36 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

*Bursi, Charles Joseph Jr (Wanda): (PL) (WA) 3/15/1957. Love Station, 02- . 115 Cross Creek Dr , Hernando, MS 38632. (901) 692-3434/(901) 692-3434 [email protected] *Burt, Ever Jean (Ben Unford): (FE) (AA) 6/2/1944. PE-03; FC-08; FE-08; New Chapel-Big Hill, 99- 05; Pontotoc Parish, 05-07; Greenwood: Wesley/Greenwood District (Staff), 07-10; DeKalb Parish, 10- . P.O. Box 365 , Dekalb, MS 39328. (601) 743-9543/(601) 743-9543 [email protected] *Burton, Charles Henry (Faye): (RE) (WA) 8/12/1930. Retired. 1028 S Pat Harrison Dr , Crystal Springs, MS 39059. (601) 892-0946/(601) 892-0946 *Burton, Franklin Gail (Linda Faye): (RE) (WA) 11/23/1944. Retired. 10095 North Cockrum Drive , Hernando, MS 38632. /(662) 808-3411 [email protected] *Burton, Sampson Spivey II (Sandra): (FE) (WA) 7/25/1960. Brandon: First, Assoc./ Puckett, 01-04; Puckett, 01-08 / Braxton, 04-08; Shiloh, 08- . 2354 Shiloh Rd , Pelahatchie, MS 39154. (601) 854- 8158/(601) 854-8510 [email protected] *Butler, Benjamin Hartford (Melissa Annette): (PE) (WA) 1/22/1979. PE–08. Caledonia, 08- . P. O. Box 1 , Caledonia, MS 39740. (662) 356-9023/ [email protected] *Butler, George Brantley (Carolyn): (RA) (WA) 6/1/1936. Retired. Yazoo City: St. John’s, 08- . 6205 Hwy 433 W , Bentonia, MS 39040. (662) 755-0138/(662) 755-0138 Butts, Clovis G (Patricia): (RE) (WA) 8/2/1931. Retired. 1757 Willow Branch Rd , Dickson, TN 37055. /(615) 974-6542 Butts, Robert Yates (Kathleen Roberts): (RE) (WA) 11/17/1932. Retired. 7036 N. Thunder Ridge Rd. , Morgantown, IN 46160. /(812) 597-4288 [email protected]

*Cager, Brenda (): (PL) (AA) . New Fork-Thirkield, 08- . 2425 Erie Lane NW , Brookhaven, MS 39601. /(601) 833-4398 Cain, Bobby Ray (Shirley Jean): (RL) (WA) 8/17/1936. Retired. PO Box 246 , Goodman, MS 39079. (662) 472-0520/(662) 653-9924 [email protected] Cain, Curtis Lamar (Mary): (RE) (WA) 2/16/1946. Retired. 1315 Walnut St , Waynesboro, MS 39367. /(601) 735-4249 [email protected] *Calcote, Loyd Versie (Shirley Ann): (RE) (WA) 7/25/1934. Retired. Summit, 03-08, Mallalieu, 08- . 634 Big Springs Dr. , Brookhaven, MS 39601. (601) 276-3235/(601) 833-3838 *Calcote, William Dennis (Brenda): (PL) (WA) 2/17/1952. Mount Carmel, 04-06; Kokomo-Dennis, 06-08; Sartinville, 08- . 495 Calcote Road NE , Brookhaven, MS 39601. /(601) 532-6522 *Cameron, Ludrick Himmon (): (FE) (AA) 2/12/1949. PM 71; D 72; E 75; FC 75. Student, Gammon Seminary, 9/7-6/74; Vicksburg, Wesley, 74-75; DeKalb, St. Mark/New Hope, 75-76; Enterprise Circuit, 76-78; Council on Ministries Staff, 78-83; Marion County Parish, 83-88; Laurel, St. Paul, 88-92; Griffin, 92- 94; Biloxi, St. Paul, 94-96; DeKalb Circuit, 96-98; West Jackson District Superintendent, 98-04 ; Waynesboro Circuit, 04-06; Meridian: St. Paul-St. Elizabeth, 06-09; Forest Charge, 09- . 508 East 4th Street , Forest, MS 39074. (601) 469-3745/(601) 483-2032 [email protected] *Cameron, Pamela Jewel (): (PE) (WA) 11/8/1976. PE-08. Columbus: Wesley (Assoc.), 08- . 203 West Thomas Dr , Columbus, MS 39705. (662) 328-8644/(662) 251-7908 [email protected] Camp, Cathron M (): (RA) (WA) 7/16/1930. Retired. 98 CR 210 , Oakland, MS 38948. (601) 645- 6178/(601) 645-5678 *Campbell, Charles Burton (Candace Lynn): (FE) (WA) 3/1/1951. PM 1976; D 1976; E 1979; FC 1979. Asbury Theological Seminary, 76-78; Wesson, Decell Memorial, 78-81; Adams UMC, 81-82; Leave of Absence, 82-84; Sartinville Charge, 84-90; Natchez, Lovely Lane/Kingston, 90-96; Prentiss/Santee, 96-04 ; Mt Carmel, -01/24/10-10; US Army, 04- . 413 Beaver Lake Rd , Purvis, MS 39475. (601) 554- 5767/(601) 794-8895 [email protected] *Campos, Luz Marina (): (PE) (HA) . PE-10. New Church Start (Hispanic Ministries), 09- . POB 1561 , Southaven, MS 38671. /(662) 280-4538 [email protected] *Carothers, Davis Roy Jr (Mary Catherine): (FE) (WA) 4/19/1955. PM 90; D 90; FC 96; E 96. Iuka Parish Associate, 73-74; Oklahoma Conference, 83-84; Belden, 84-85; Smithville, 85-89; Algoma, 89- 91; Etta Salem, 91-93; Ethel, 93-97; Wesson-Decell, 97-00; Byram: New Covenant, 00-05; Greenville: Trinity,05-10, Voluntary Leave, 10- . 12 Courtney Circle , Sedona, AZ 0. / [email protected] Carpenter, Stephen Van Jr (Joann): (RE) (WA) 2/28/1939. Retired. 25 Lakeview Drive , Ocean Springs, MS 39564. /(228) 875-4675 [email protected] Carpenter, Travis Michael (Elizabeth): (FL) (WA) 2/12/1981. Brandon: First (Assoc), 07-. PO Box 1009 , Hattiesburg, MS 39403. (601) 582-5557/ [email protected] The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 37

*Carr, Jimmy Lee (Joy T): (FD) (WA) 11/4/1944. D 97; FC 97 Southeastern Jurisdiction Adm Council, 00. PO Box 67 , Lake Junaluska, NC 28745. (828) 454-6702/(828) 452-6005 JLCarr@LakeJunaluska. com *Carr, Perry Lincoln (Dessie): (PE) (AA) 4/20/1952. PE-10. Pontotoc Parish, 04-06; Nettleton: Pleasant Grove, 06-10; Okalona: Mount Pisgah, 10- . PO Box 5264 , Columbus, MS 39704. /(662) 369- 6422 [email protected] *Carr, Susannah Grubbs (Todd): (FE) (WA) 5/11/1971. PE 06; E-09; FC-09. Jackson: Galloway assoc., 06-08, Madison (Assoc), 08- . 100 Post Oak Rd , Madison, MS 39110. (601) 856-6058/ susannah@ madisonumc.org *Carroll, David Wesley (Laura): (FE) (WA) 3/29/1956. PM 81; D 81; E 85; FC 85. Seminary, 80-83; Corinth, First, Associate, 83-89; Columbus, First, Associate, 89-93; Winona, Moore Memorial, 93-98; Jackson: Galloway Memorial, 98-06; Jackson: Alta Woods, 06-09; Madison: St. Matthews, 09- . 7427 Old Canton Rd , Madison, MS 39110. (601) 856-9581/(601) 605-0866 [email protected] Carroll, Howard N (Carolyn M): (RL) (WA) 5/24/1932. Brooksville-Crawford, 04- . 6961 Highway 397 , Preston, MS 39354. (662) 677-3353/(601) 677-3353 [email protected] Carroll, Joseph William (Sue): (RE) (WA) 12/10/1928. Retired. 2800 W Main St #305A , Tupelo, MS 38801. (662) 844-3477/(662) 844-3477 [email protected] Carroll, Robert Sr. (): (PL) (AA) . Jackson: Harris Memorial, 06-10; Morton Circuit-Christian Banner, 10- ; Couparle, 10- . P O Box 13436 , Jackson, MS 39236. /(601) 331-2029 Carrubba, Earle Bryan (Deanna): (FE) (WA) 4/5/1947. E-2007; FC-2007;. Bellefountain/Chapel Hill, 98-99; Columbus: St. Stephens, 99-04; Cary: Goodman Memorial, Rolling Fork, 05-07; Ackerman: First, 07- . P O Box 239 , Ackerman, MS 39735. (662) 285-6254/(662) 285-6655 [email protected] *Carter, David Scott (Sue Ellen): (FE) (WA) 7/12/1961. PM 1990; D 1990; E 1993; FC 1993. Lynville- Meller Charge, 86-88; New Columbus-Hinton Charge (As-bury), 88-89; Wesley-Bethel Charge (MTS), 89-92; Byram, New Covenant, 92-98; Biloxi: Leggett, 98-2001; Sandy Hook-Hopewell, 01-05; Flora- Bentonia, 05. PO Box 289 , Flora, MS 39071. (601) 879-8642/(601) 879-0050 [email protected] *Carter, Kevin Andrew (Diane): (FE) (AA) 4/25/1966. E-2007; FC-2007; St. Peter-Meridian: Wesley Chapel, 96-06; Evergreen, 06-. 858 Andrew Chapel Rd , Brandon, MS 39042. (601) 825-7454/(601) 591-0811 [email protected] *Cartlidge, Robert L (Mildred): (RL) (AA) 7/4/1944. Retired. Greenwood: Decell, 92- . 204 Westside Avenue , Indianola, MS 38751. (662) 453-7692/(662) 887-1890 [email protected] *Case, Jerry Bruce Jr (Jen): (FE) (WA) 1/14/1970. PM 96; D 96; FC 99; E 99. Meridian: Central Associate, 96-2001; Alaska Conf, 01-05; Hattiesburg: Court Street, 05-10; Madison: Parkway Hills (Senior), 10- . 245 Lisa Cr , Madison, MS 39110. (601) 856-2733/(601) 520-0442 jbrucecase@gmail. com Case, John Morrison (Ellen): (RE) (WA) 2/14/1936. Retired. 718 Nottingham Drive , Oxford, MS 38655. (662) 236-3912/(662) 236-3912 [email protected] Case, Martin Alexander (Betty): (RE) (WA) 10/18/1932. Retired. 518 Deer Creek Dr , Oxford, MS 38655. (662) 281-8117/(662) 281-8117 [email protected] *Casey, Kenneth Douglas (Lisa): (PL) (AA) 1/3/1948. Starkville: Lindsey Chapel/Plair, 06- . 3557 Caledonia-Steens Rd , Caledonia, MS 39740. (662) 574-8079/(662) 356-4344 [email protected] *Cason, Wallace Bernard III (Marjorie): (FE) (WA) 7/18/1946. OT 1973; E 1977; FC 1977. Greenville, First, Associate, 73-75; Houston, South, 75-77; Carolina, 77-80; South American Mission, 80-86; Wren-Tranquil, 86-92. Aberdeen, St. Mark, 92-94; Okolona, First and Parish Director, 94-99, St. Mark- Oak Hill, 99-04 ; Nettleton: First-Shiloh, 04-08; East Jackson Dist. Hispanic Ministry, 08-09; Kalem, 08- ; Forest: Trinity Mission Church, 09-01/01/10; East Jackson Hispanic Ministry, 01/01/10- ; Kalem. 01/01/10- ;Walnut Grove, 10- . 8320 Highway 80 , Morton, MS 39117. /(601) 732-6900 wbcason46@ att.net *Casteel, Steven Wayne (Cynthia Virginia): (FE) (WA) 11/13/1955. OT 1979; E 1982; FC 1982. Candler School of Theology, 79-81; Mathiston-Mt. Nebo, 77-79; Flower Ridge, 79-86; Pleasant Hill Baker’s Chapel, 86-92: Morton, 92-96; Petal, 96-2001; Madison: St. Matthew’s, 01-06; Director of Connectional Ministries, 06- ; Jackson: Forest Hill, 07- . PO Box 1147 , Jackson, MS 39215. (601) 354- 0515/(601) 605-9051 [email protected] *Cessna, Gertrude E (): (RL) (WA) 12/14/1938. Retired. HAT Dist (staff), 04- ; Brooklyn, 09- . 88 Entrekin Ln , Purvis, MS 39475. (601) 264-9181/(601) 794-5555 [email protected] 38 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

*Chambers, Mack Arthur (Shirley): (PL) (AA) 12/25/1953. Desoto-Quitman Circuit, 08- . 5 Florence Powe Dr , Buckatunna, MS 39322. (601) 410-9410/(601) 410-9410 [email protected] *Chambers, Shirley (Mack Arthur): (FL) (AA) 10/26/1954. McLain Circuit, 96-2002; Bay Springs Circuit, 02-08; Waynesboro Circuit, 08- . 5 Florence Powe Dr , Buckatunna, MS 39322. / sacmac1972@ yahoo.com Chamblee, LaMar B (): (RE) (WA) 2/22/1938. Retired. 3755 Lake Village Cv , Olive Branch, MS 38654. (901) 833-7934/(901) 833-7934 *Chapman, Jerry D. (Diane Leggett): (RE) (WA) 8/17/1946. Retired. 317 Washington Avenue , Ocean Springs, MS 39564. /(228) 860-4384 [email protected] *Chatham, Victor R (): (FE) (WA) 11/4/1948. PM 1977; D 1977; E 1982; FC 1982. Wayne County Circuit, 73-75; Lexington Theological Seminary, 75-76; Mentorum Charge, 77-79; Lexington Theological Seminary (Chaplain, Methodist Home of KY), 79-81; Star-Monterey Charge, 81-83; Bradley’s Chapel, 83-84; Jackson, St. Luke’s, Asso., 84-86; Coalville-White Plains, 86-90; Advanced CPE-Southern Baptist Hospital, New Orleans 90-92; Handsboro, 92-94. Chaplain, Gulfport Memorial Hospital, 94- 2001; Memorial Hospital / Perlington 2001-04; US Army, 04-; Fayard Chapel, 05-07; Clermont Harbor – Waveland, 07-08; Voluntary Leave, 3/1/08-08; Red Hill, 08- . 2315 Jones Street , Gulfport, MS 39507. (228) 861-3123/(228) 896-2217 [email protected] Cheney, Charlene Nicole (): (FE) (AA) 9/8/1981. PE-06, FC-09, FE-09; St. Peter-Meridian: Wesley Chapel, 06-09; US Army Chaplain, 09- . 102 Longwood Drive , Clinton, MS 39056. (601) 701- 5660/(601) 924-2245 [email protected] *Cherry, Donnell (Katherleen): (PL) (AA) 7/6/1955. Pontotoc Parish.- 02; New Hope Chickasaw, 02. 1023 CR 91 , New Albany, MS 38652. (662) 534-3544/(662) 534-8492 [email protected] *Childs, Michael Franklin (Debra): (FE) (WA) 5/18/1954. OT 1977; D 1977; E 1980; FC 1980. Student, 77-79; Horn Lake, 79-81; New Hope-Murrah’s Chapel, 82-87; Goodman, 87-90; Meadville, 90- 97;; Houston: First, 97-05; Louisville: First, 05. PO Box 523 , Louisville, MS 39339. (662) 773-8064/(662) 773-5539 [email protected] Clark, Judge R (): (RE) (AA) . Retired. PO Box 369 , Bethune, SC 29009. / *Clay, Henry Carrol Jr (Effie): (RE) (AA) 6/8/1928. Retired. 6658 Franklin Roosevelt Dr , Jackson, MS 39213. /(601) 981-1287 [email protected] *Cochran, John Willis (Ouida Joan): (RE) (WA) 6/16/1939. Retired. Liberty, 01-03; Buckatunna-State Line, 03-10; Laurel: Kingston, 10- . 742 West 29th St , Laurel, MS 39440. (601) 498-0054/(601) 342- 2556 [email protected] *Cochran, Mitchell Wayne (Marcia): (FE) (WA) 10/7/1966. PM 1992; D 1992; FC 1995; E 1995. North Georgia Conference, 91-93; Glendale, 93-96; Natchez, Lovely Lane/Kingston, 96-2000; Nugent, 2000- 2003; Jackson: St. Mark’s, 03-08; Pearl: McLaurin Heights, 08- . 325 Mary Ann Drive , Pearl, MS 39208. (601) 939-2163/(601) 936-5337 [email protected] *Coggins, Charles Edward (Ginny Lee): (FL) (WA) 4/18/1944. Ebenezer (Holmes Co.), 02-04 ; Tupelo: Cornerstone, 04-08; Smithville, 08- . P. O. Box 93 , Smithville, MS 38870. / [email protected] *Coggins, Joe Miller (Dorothy): (FL) (WA) 11/25/1958. Ozark, 08- . 10229 HWY 371 N , Marietta, MS 38856. (662) 365-8645/(662) 365-8645 [email protected] *Coile, Warren Robert (Linus): (FE) (WA) 8/9/1962. P 1987; D 1987; E 1990; FC 1990. Seminary, Candler School of Theology, 87-88; Decell Memorial, 88-90; Benton-Midway, 90-95; Meridian, New Covenant, 95-97, Bolton Memorial, 97-Aug 04; Greenwood: St. John’s, Aug. 04-07; Itta Bena: First, 05-07; Amory: First, 07- . P O Box 147 , Amory, MS 38821. (662) 256-8486/(662) 256-4846 wrcoile@ fumcamory.org *Coker, Hiram J Jr (Cynthia S): (FE) (WA) 4/2/1952. P 1989; D 1989: E 1992; FC 1992. Desoto Charge, 82-83; DeKalb Circuit 83-85; Montrose/Garlandville 86-87; Seminary, Candler School of Theology 87- 90; Big Point/Wilson Springs, 90-93; Coalville/White Plains, 93-97; Long Beach, Christ-Pass Christian, 97-99; Natchez: Grace, 99-02; Voluntary Leave, 03/01/03-04; Montrose-Garlandville, 04-05; Voluntary Leave, 05-07; Meridian: Hawkins Memorial (3/4 time), 07-10; Voluntary Leave, 10- . 1395 Jeff Davis School Rd , Meridian, MS 39301. /(601) 604-0032 [email protected] *Cole, Theodore Sr (Ida): (PL) (AA) 8/23/1948. Rose Hill-Garlandville. 831 33rd St , Meridian, MS 39305. (601) 483-8418/(601) 483-8418 [email protected] *Collier, Bryan Daniel (Wendy): (FE) (WA) 6/16/1968. PM 93; D 93; FC 96; E 96 . New Columbus (Kentucky), 91-94; Student, Asbury, 91-94; Tupelo, Wesley, 94-97; Asbury Seminary, 97-98; Tupelo: The Orchard, 98. PO Box 3216 , Tupelo, MS 38803. (662) 844-3310/(662) 690-6507 [email protected] The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 39

Collier, Leon (Yolanda Yvette): (RE) (AA) 5/12/1962. Retired. 118 Deer Creek Cove , Madison, MS 39110. / [email protected] *Collins, Johnny Lee (Thelma Jean): (FL) (AA) 11/17/1939. Poplar Springs-Good Hope, 95- ; Union Memorial, 00- . PO Box 486 , Itta Bena, MS 38941. /(662) 254-7316 [email protected] *Collins, Julie P (Sid): (FD) (WA) . DREAM, 07- . 31 Glinda Ln , Hattiesburg, MS 39401. (601) 545-2102/(601) 582-8332 *Cook, Juanita W (Fernando): (PL) (AA) 12/22/1948. Mt. Zion 03-06; Vaiden: Haven, 06- ; Ebenezer: Mt. Zion, 09-10; Barwick, 10- . 544 CR 163 , Coila, MS 38923. /(662) 237-4586 jwoodleycook@aol. com *Cook, Robert (): (PL) (AA) . Clinton Seven Springs, 08- . 117 Stratford Dr , Madison, MS 39110. /(601) 856-7988 [email protected] *Cook, Stephen Tyrone (Erma Louise Robinson): (FE) (AA) 1/3/1969. E 05. Greenville: Revels, 00-08; Jackson: Central, 08- ; Wesley Fdn. JSU, 08- . 1831 Springridge Dr , Jackson, MS 39211. (601) 355-7858/(601) 957-5898 [email protected] *Cooksey, Chris L (): (FL) (WA) 5/4/1972. Mars Hill 03-06; Stonewall, 06-09; Pope Charge, 09- . 511 Main Street , Pope, MS 38658. (601) 479-5610/(662) 563-9708 [email protected] Cooper, Earl S (Mary Kathleen): (RA) (WA) 2/13/1935. Retired. PO Box 667 , Dumas, MS 38625. (662) 837-7030/(662) 837-7030 *Cooper, Leon L. (Kim): (FL) (AA) 5/8/1955. St. Peter-Meridian: Wesley, 09- . 107 Oak St , Newton, MS 39345. (601) 604-1879/(601) 846-3056 [email protected] Corban, William Bradford (): (FL) (WA) 5/21/1984. Wesleyanna, 10- . 2247 N Clawood Pl , Tupelo, MS 38801. /(662) 844-4241 [email protected] Corley, Kenneth (Glenda): (RE) (WA) 5/30/1942. Retired. 4442 Hwy 342 , Pontotoc, MS 38863. /(662) 489-1095 *Cornelius, John Lawrence Sr (Willie Jean): (RE) (AA) 3/7/1943. Retired. Clinton: Lynch Chapel, 05. 6028 Westwind Rd , Jackson, MS 39206. /(601) 981-8715 [email protected] *Cornell, Charles Ovee (Virginia): (FL) (WA) 9/17/1948. Mount Olive, 06-. 88 CR 7 , Soso, MS 39480. (601) 797-3965/(601) 729-8525 *Cornett, Bill (Martha): (PL) (WA) 1/4/1943. Greenwood Springs, 09- . 261 CR 1682 , Tupelo, MS 38804. /(662) 842-2057 [email protected] Cosnahan, Brister Calvin (): (PL) (WA) 2/12/1956. Fayette-Community, 03-07; Vaiden, 07-. 139 Midway Drive , Tupelo, MS 38804. (662) 610-1352/(662) 610-1352 [email protected] *Cothen, Joseph Herbert III (Teresa Ann): (FE) (WA) 12/5/1948. PE 04; FC 08; FE 08 . Waterford – 2003; Louise-Silver City, 03-07; Carrolton, 07-09, Sidon, 07-09; Lumberton-Maxie, 09- . 505 West Main , Lumberton, MS 39455. (601) 796-8503/(601) 796-3111 [email protected] *Cotten, Sheblon Andre (Ellen Annette): (FE) (WA) 2/18/1955. PM-78; D-78; E-82; FC-82. Candler School of Theology, 77-80; Sandy Hook Charge, 80-81; New Prospect Charge 81-84; Yazoo City, St. John 84-87; Star-Monterey, 87-90; Jackson, Van Winkle, 90-93; Big Point/Wilson Springs, 93-95; Meridian, Oakland Heights, 95-98; Aberdeen: First, 98-2003; Quitman: First-Shubuta, 03-06; Corinth: First, 06-09; Clarksdale: First, 09- . P O Box 1303 , Clarksdale, MS 38614. (662) 624-8596/(662) 624-8262 [email protected] Covington, Eugene (): (RE) (WA) 7/31/1930. Retired. 70 Shamrock Dr , Laurel, MS 39443. /(601) 425-4767 *Covington, Mark E (Kenda): (FE) (WA) 6/25/1954. PM 1979; D 1979; E 1983; FC 1983. Fairfield, 72-73; Porterville Charge, 73-74; Southside, Philadelphia, 74- 76; Philadelphia, Jasper County, 76-78; Perkins School of Theology, 78-81; Megargel, TX UMC, 78; Rockwall, TX, (Associate), 79-81; Jackson, St. Luke’s (Associate), 81-83; Buckatanna/State Line, 83-86; Raleigh/Unity, 86-90; Jackson, Briarwood, 90-95; Disability, 95-96; Wayne County Associate, 96-2000; Laurel: Kingston / Philadelphia, 00-10, Purvis-Talowah, 10- . PO Box 1118 , Purvis, MS 39475. (601) 428-4896/(601) 577-5769 markcov@ comcast.net *Cox, David Earl (P Dale): (FE) (WA) 3/25/1963. PM 1984; D 1984; E 1990; FC 1990. Asbury Theological Seminary, 85-88; Edwards, 88-89; Associate, Jackson, Christ, 89-2003; Meadville, 03. PO Box 548 , Meadville, MS 39653. (601) 384-2936/(601) 384-2260 [email protected] *Cox, James Raymond (Mary Sue): (RA) (WA) 1/15/1939. AM-94. Retired-12/31/06. Lula-Friars Point, 09- . 339 Ann Marie Dr , Southaven, MS 38671. /(662) 420-4804 [email protected] 40 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

*Craft, Douglas Sam (Shondreka): (PL) (AA) 11/17/1960. Picayune Ct. Assoc.99-02; Benndale Circuit, 02-07; Sweetwater, 07-10; New Bethel/Oak Grove, 10- . 232 McKenzie Road , Tylertown, MS 39667. /(228) 539-9030 [email protected] *Crawford, Joseph (Sandra J): (PL) (AA) 9/11/1951. McComb: St. Paul, 89-08; Pleasant Valley-Zion Ridge, 92-08; White Oak, 08- . PO Box 34 , Kokomo, MS 39643. (601) 359-1061/(601) 736-6166 [email protected] *Crawford, Ray E. (Jane Montgomery): (RL) (WA) 7/6/1940. Retired. McLauren, 02- . 105 W. Main Ave. , Lumberton, MS 39455. /(601) 796-2525 *Crawley, J W (Annie): (FL) (AA) 6/28/1941. Gulfport: Haven, 96-97; Summerville/Davis Chapel, 97-99; Pascagoula-Gautier, 99- . 9421 Hwy 613 , Moss Point, MS 39562. (228) 475-0182/(228) 475-0182 [email protected] *Cray, Ivan Stuart (Lisa): (PL) (WA) . Bethel, 08- . 2231 Goodwill Loop , Brookhaven, MS 39601. /(601) 823-3532 [email protected] *Creel, Lawrence Albert (Nancy): (FE) (WA) 10/3/1947. PM 1975; D 1975; E 1978; FC 1978. Candler School of Theology, 74-76; Jackson, Broadmeadow Associ-ate, 76-78; Jackson, Christ Associate, 78-82; Meridian, Marion UMC, 82-84; Collins, 84-90. Hattiesburg, West Lake, 89-94; Shiloh, 94-99; Ripley- Blue Mountain, 99-2003; Eupora: First, 03-07; Winona: Moore Memorial-New Hope, 07-. 204 Sterling Avenue , Winona, MS 38967. (662) 283-3804/(662) 283-1104 [email protected] *Criddle, Jimmie Earl (Debbie): (FE) (WA) 10/25/1976. PE 05; FC 08; FE 08 . Yazoo: First; Carolina, 05-08; Tupelo: First (Assoc), 08- . P. O. Box 854 , Tupelo, MS 38802. (662) 690-8100/(662) 610-3509 [email protected] *Crosby, Johnny J (Connie Joan): (FE) (WA) 1/28/1956. D 85; E 88; FC. 88. Wayne County Circuit, 75-77; Ovett Charge, 77-79; Williamsburg Charge, 79-83; Asbury Seminary, Mt. Olivet, KY, First, 83- 86; Pleasant Hill/Salem, 86-90; Vancleave, 1990. Leave of Absence, 91-92: Gloster, 92-93; Brookhaven, Jackson Street, 93-97; Meadville, 97-2003; Decatur / WF ECCC, 03-19; Brookhaven District. 09-. 422 Perkins Drive , Brookhaven, MS 39601. (601) 833-1619/(601) 823-0499 [email protected] *Cross, Cynthia (Todd): (FE) (AA) 10/30/1958. E 06; FC 06. Kosciusko: Barlow, 02-2003; Meridian: St Elizabeth-Daleville: St Mark, 03-06; Meridian: Haven, Daleville: St. Mark, 06-. 3412 11th Pl , Meridian, MS 39305. (662) 417-0340/(601) 485-8747 [email protected] *Crumble, Cora (Sammie Lee): (FE) (AA) 6/30/1950. PM 97; D 97; E 2000; FC 2000. Ripley, 98- 02; Leave-Incapacity, 9/1/02- . 1172 CR 506 , Shannon, MS 38868. (662) 767-3833/(662) 767-3833 [email protected] Crump, Alfonso Wadsworth Jr (Lois Artis): (FE) (AA) 1/4/1950. PM 1973; D 1973; E 1978; FC 1978. Interdenominational Theological Center, Atlanta, GA, 9/74-12/76; Wesley Foundation Director, JSU, 77-89; Morton Circuit, 78-82; Chaplain, University Medical Center, 1/79-12/79; Flowood, East Jackson- Greer Chapel Charge, 82-93; Wesley Foundation, JSU, 76-96; Director, Metro Ministries, 96-99; Greer Chapel/Taylorsville, 99-04 ; Jackson State University, 04. 2428 Harriotte Ave , Jackson, MS 39209. (601) 979-2191/(601) 948-5767 [email protected] Crump, Willie Bernard (Alveria D): (RE) (AA) 11/17/1936. OT 1960; D 1960; E 1963; FC 1963. Student, 60-63; Clarksdale, Magnolia, 63-70; Clarksdale, Haven, 70-74; D.S., Tishombigbee District, 74-75; D.S., Starkville District, 75-80; Oktibbeha-Clay Parish, 80. 400 Laurel Hill Dr , Starkville, MS 39759. (662) 323-5696/(662) 323-5696 [email protected] Cumberland, Thomas Lane (Lynda Carolyn): (RE) (WA) 12/15/1941. Retired. 3405 Hwy 53 , Poplarville, MS 39470. (601) 795-3162/(601) 795-3162 *Cumbest, Christopher Oris (Sheila R): (FE) (WA) 11/26/1962. PM 1989; D 1989; E 1992; FC 1992. Byrd-Wesley (Student) 84-87; Student, Duke Divinity School, 88-90; Clinton, First, Associate, 90-92; Flora-Bentonia, 92-97; Lucedale, 97-2001; Jackson: Alta Woods, 01-06, Coordinator of Church Recovery, 06-07; Ocean Springs: St. Paul, 07-. P. O. Box 909 , Ocean Springs, MS 39566. (228) 875- 5701/(228) 588-1048 [email protected] *Cumbest, David Lee (Pattie): (FE) (WA) 9/19/1954. PM 1993; D 1993; E 1997; FC 1997. Cary, 89-91; Chestnut Ridge (North Carolina), 91-95; Lumberton, 95-98; Kreole, 98-2003; Biloxi: Heritage, 03-10; McComb: Centenary, 10- . PO Box 712 , McComb, MS 39649. (601) 684-6698/(601) 680-0111 [email protected] *Cumbest, Sheila R (Chris): (FD) (WA) 12/5/1961. D 97; FC 97. Jackson, Galloway, 9/90-6/94; Flora, 9/94-6/97; Lucedale, First, 97-2001; Jackson: Alta Woods / Leavell Woods, Assoc., 2001-04 ; Mississippi The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 41

Conference, 03-08, Ocean Springs: St. Paul (Assoc Min. of Christian Education and Adm), 08- . 17735 John Cumbest Road , Moss Point, MS 39562. (228) 875-5701/(228) 588-1048 [email protected] Cupit, Thomas F (Edna): (RE) (WA) 6/18/1923. Retired. 1909 Modeannia St , Tupelo, MS 38801. (662) 840-1947/(662) 840-1947 [email protected] *Currey, George Todd Sr. (Betty): (RE) (WA) 5/1/1928. Retired. PO Box 7 , Eastaboga, AL 36260. /(256) 473-3181 [email protected] *Curtis, James Richard (): (FE) (WA) 3/28/1952. PM 1981; D 1981; E 1985; FC 1985. Christ, Oxford, 78-80; Free Springs, 79-80; Student, Candler, 80-83; Horn Lake, 83-86; Hernando, First, Associate-Hinds Chapel, 86-90; Oxford, St. Andrews, 90-97; Iuka: First, 97-2001; Jackson: St. Mark’s, 01-07; Gulfport: Trinity, 07-. 5007 Lawson Avenue , Gulfport, MS 39507. (228) 863-2717/(228) 897-2463 pastor1@ trinityumc.com *Curtis, William Edwin (Faye): (RE) (WA) 5/3/1930. Retired. 2015 Hickory St , Starkville, MS 39759. (662) 323-1624/(662) 323-1624 [email protected] *Cutrer, George A. (Ellie): (PL) (WA) . Georgetown-Providence, 10- . 6042 Enterprise Road , Summit, MS 39666. /(601) 250-0779 [email protected]

*Dabbs, Danny Neil Sr. (Sara): (FE) (WA) 6/5/1949. PM 6 87; D 6 87; E 6 91; FC 6 91. Algoma Charge, 85-89. Aberdeen, St. Mark, 89-92: Tupelo, St. Mark, 92-98; Oxford: St. Andrews/Abbeville, 98-2001; Hernando, 01. 1890 Mt Pleasant Rd , Hernando, MS 38632. (662) 429-7026/(662) 429-4324 danny. [email protected] Dabbs, James R (Delia): (RE) (WA) 8/23/1932. Retired. Hattiesburg: Main Street. 125 Summit Ridge , Hattiesburg, MS 39402. (601) 582-5557/(601) 264-2294 Dailey, Bobby Earl (Michelle): (FE) (AA) 10/21/1953. PM 91; D 91; E 94; FC 94. Pascagoula, St. Mark, 85-87; School in California, 87-88; Bay St. Louis, Valena C. Jones, 88-94; Hattiesburg, St. Paul/Mt. Olive, 94-95; Picayune Circuit, 95-05; Lampton: New Zion,-St. Paul, 05-08; Laurel: St. Paul, 08-09; Family Leave, 09- . 517 Jefferson St , Laurel, MS 39440. (601) 428-7613/(601) 428-1159 elderbdailey@ bellsouth.net *Dalton, Jeffre H (Rebecca Sue): (FE) (WA) 10/27/1961. PM 1986; D 1986; E 1989; FC 1989. PM, 1986; D, 1986; E, 1989; FC, 1989; Shiloh, 00-06; Clarksdale: St. Paul, 06-08; Braxton, 08- : Mendenhall, 08- . 512 Oak Street , Mendenhall, MS 39114. (601) 847-2552/(601) 847-2649 jeffandbeckydalton@ att.net *Daniel, Ray Neal Jr (Annette L.): (FE) (WA) 7/25/1954. PM 1976 D 1976; E 1983; FC 1983. Iliff School of Theology, 76-79; Capitol Street UMC, Associate, 79-80; Pelahatchie-Gulde, 80-82; Utica Charge, 82-84; Washington Charge, 84-87; Waynehaven Charge, 87-90; Seminary 90-92. Potts Camp, 92-95; luka, North, 95-97; Rose Hill, 97-02; Okolona: First, 02-06; Inverness-Caile-Isola, 06-08; Raliegh-Unity, 08-10; Durant: First-West, 10- . 452 Northwest Avenue , Durant, MS 39063. (662) 653- 3410/(662) 231-5455 [email protected] *Daniels, Amy Lann (John Edward): (FD) (WA) 8/22/1968. PD 01; D 04; FC 04; Hernando, 01. 1890 Mt Pleasant Rd , Hernando, MS 38632. (662) 429-7026/(662) 429-8958 amy.daniels@hernandoumc. org Darling, Daniel Sean (Kay): (PL) (WA) 8/18/1968. Falkner. 609 Glendale Rd , New Albany, MS 38652. (662) 566-3330/(662) 534-2785 [email protected] *Davis, Elvernice (Cynthia): (RE) (AA) 4/11/1940. Retired. 3796 Merritt Street , Memphis, TN 38128. /(901) 380-0054 [email protected] *Davis, Francis Joseph (): (FL) (WA) 8/4/1946. Natchez: Lovely Lane-Kingston, 04-10; Panola Charge, 10- . 36905 Highway 315 , Batesville, MS 38606. (662) 563-0118/(662) 563-0118 [email protected] Davis, Harry Bryan (): (FE) (WA) 12/14/1950. OT 85; D 85; E 88; FC 88. Houston-South, 77-82; Panola Charge, 82-85; Nanih Waiya Charge, 85-88; Shaw/ Delta State University-Wesley Foundation, 88-89; Lambert, 89-91; Lula, 91-93; luka, North, 93-95; Disability, 95-98; Hamilton 98-03; Leave- Incapacity, 03. PO Box 176 , Hamilton, MS 39746. /(662) 343-9291 *Davis, Julian Lamar Jr. (Melissa): (FD) (WA) 9/23/1962. PD 05; FC 08; FD 08; Hattiesburg: Parkway Heights (assoc), 05. 2420 Hardy St , Hattiesburg, MS 39401. (601) 544-7873/(601) 467-2164 julianda- [email protected] Davis, Robert Jerry (Sherry): (RE) (WA) 8/10/1942. Retired. 192 Arbor Ln , Columbus, MS 39702. (662) 327-1090/(662) 327-1090 [email protected] 42 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

*De la Cruz, Goyo (Luz): (PE) (Ot) 2/7/1956. PE-10. Forest: Trinity, 02-09; New Church Startttttt- Hispanic Ministries, 09- . POB 1561 , Southaven, MS 38671. /(662) 280-4538 [email protected] *Dearing, Allen Standefer (Debra): (FE) (WA) 5/5/1951. PM 1982; D 1982; E 1985; FC 1985. Oral Roberts University, 82-83; Pass Christian, 83-85; Mt. Pleasant/ Red Hill, 85-88; Sandtown, 88-90, Mt. Pleasant, 90-92. Ruleville, 92-93; Avon-Glen Allan, 93-98; Marion / Pleasant Grove, 98-06; Johnston Chapel, 06-. 2093 Chapel Dr , Summit, MS 39666. (601) 276-7971/(601) 276-6327 [email protected] *Dearman, Phillip Steven (Michele): (FE) (WA) 7/16/1967. PM 1995; D 1995; FC 1997; E 1997. Ebenezer, Forsyth, GA, Emory, 92-93; Oxford East Charge MTS, 93-95; Durant: West, 95-98; Corinth: Christ, 98-99; Belzoni: First, 99-2003; Leland-Shaw, 03-; Leland-Shaw, 03-05; Greenville: First, 05-08; Houston: First, 08- . 106 Hillcrest Drive , Houston, MS 38851. (662) 456-2203/(662) 456-3564 dear- [email protected] *Deaton, Diana Maureen Baker (Horace Clinton): (FL) (WA) 2/17/1950. Chapel of the Cross, Columbia –02; Independence 02-04; Mount Olive-Mize, 04-06; Pleasant Hill, 06-07; Carson-Goodhope, 08- . 662 Riley Rd , Columbia, MS 39429. /(601) 731-5134 [email protected] *Debose, LaSonya (Andre): (PL) (AA) . Ocean Springs: St. James, 09- . 4724 Weems Street , Moss Point, MS 39563. (228) 935-0257/(228) 475-9226 [email protected] *DeDeaux, Wilmer Nathaniel (Mary Helen): (PL) (WA) 10/8/1949. Gulfport: Haven Chapel, 97. 1310 Mills Ave , Gulfport, MS 39501. /(228) 832-5977 [email protected] Develin, Billy Earnest (): (RA) (WA) 9/23/1945. Retired . 392 Cedar Drive , Columbus, MS 39705. / DeVore, Stephen Alan (June): (FE) (WA) 12/8/1950. PM 89; D 89; E 93; FC 93. East Prentiss Parish, 87-89; Biglersville, 89-91; Algoma, 91-97; Belmont--Dennis, 97-02; Jumpertown, 02-05; Charleston- Tippo, 05-07; Iuka: North, 07-01/01/09; Incapacity Leave, 01/01/09- . 1910 West Quitman , Iuka, MS 38852. / [email protected] DeWeese, Doug (Carmen): (PL) (WA) . Meridian: Wesley, 10- . 1839 Country Club Dr , Meridian, MS 39305. /(601) 485-2825 [email protected] Dial, Stephen Grady (): (FE) (WA) 12/24/1950. PE-78. FE-83. Student, Asbury, 79; Sparta (N.GA), 79-80; Jonesboro (Assoc) (N.GA), 80; Powers Ferry (Assoc) (N.GA), 80-82; Caledonia, 82-83; Ceder Bluff-Siloam, 83-85; Shuqualak, 85-86; Potts Camp, 87-88; Coldwater-Arkabutla, 88-89; Incapacity Leave, 06/01/89- . 129 Rock Port Drive , McDonough, GA 30253. / *Dickerson, Barry Dale (Grace): (FE) (WA) 7/29/1949. PM 1975; D 1975; E 1978; FC 1978. Asbury Theological Seminary, 73-77; Jeff Davis Parish, 77-80; Ridgeland, 80-85; Decatur, 85-90; Tunica, First, 90-94; Oak Grove, 94-2000; Columbia: First, 00-05; Water Valley: First-Bethlehem, 05. 316 Market Street , Water Valley, MS 38965. (662) 473-2682/(662) 473-0178 [email protected] *Dickerson, Carrie Allison Carr (Matt): (FD) (WA) 5/31/1975. Bethlehem Center, . 709 Water Oak Cv , Pearl, MS 39208. (601) 825-8677/ [email protected] *Dickson-Rishel, Dorothy Jane (Rod): (FE) (WA) 7/6/1959. PM 1983; D 1983; E 1991; FC 1991. Perkins School of Theology, 83-86; Southwestern Medical Center, 86-87; Associate, Plymouth Park (N. Texas Conference), 88-90; Cedar Lake (Mississippi Conference, 90-91. Leave of Absence, 91-93; Gulfport Memorial Hospital, 93. 109 Beach Park Place , Long Beach, MS 39560. (228) 865-3204/(228) 596-8504 [email protected] *Dickson-Rishel, Roderick Elliot (Dorothy Jane): (FE) (WA) 10/1/1956. PM 1983; D 1983; E 1988; FC 1988. Appointed to attend school, 84-86; Para. 286.1, Plymouth Park UMC, North Texas Annual Conference, 86-90. Nugent, 90-2000; Mississippi City, 00-09; Long Beach: First, 09- . P. O. Box 375 , Long Beach, MS 39560. (228) 863-9619/(228) 863-2242 [email protected] Dinas, Johnny A (): (RE) (WA) 3/25/1921. Retired. 873 Windsor Rd , Grenada, MS 38901. /(662) 226-2755 *Dixon, Linda Faye (Curtis): (PE) (AA) 7/4/1960. PE-09. Hattiesburg: Main St. (assoc), 09- ;Hattiesburg: Bentley Chapel, 10- . 612 S George Ave #4 , Petal, MS 39465. (601) 544-8141/(601) 467-4809 [email protected] *Dobbs, Claire Elizabeth (): (FE) (WA) 11/17/1975. PE-01. FE-04. Columbus: First (Assoc), 01-04; Oxford: Oxford-University (Assoc), 04- . 119 Edgewood Blvd , Oxford, MS 38655. (662) 234-5278/ [email protected] *Dobson, Jimmy D (Carol): (FE) (WA) 5/21/1942. PM 02, E 05, FC 05. Stringer-Old Bay Springs, 00-09; Laurel: Franklin, 09- . 2079 Hwy 15 S , Ovett, MS 39464. /(601) 428-4342 eph2810@megagate. com The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 43

*Dodd, William Sanford (Beverly): (RE) (WA) 2/10/1946. Retired. Minter City, 12/01/09- . 1645 Live Oak Drive , Grenada, MS 38901. (662) 809-1416/(662) 809-1288 [email protected] Dollar, Larry E (Elaine): (PL) (WA) 7/4/1948. Mt Pleasant-Brownfield, 83. 261 Dunn Rd. , Walnut, MS 38683. (800) 458-1560/ [email protected] *Donnell, Denise LeChelle (): (FE) (AA) 5/2/1972. XFER-AME, 09; FC-09; E-09. Jackson: Broadmeadow assoc., 06-08; Greenville: Revels, 08-09; Mississippi City, 09- , 219 Courthouse Road , Gulfport, MS 39507. (228) 896-7626/ [email protected] *Douglas, Stacy Joe (): (FE) (WA) 10/27/1959. D 97; FC 97. E-07; FC-07; Quitman, First, 86-87; Meridian, Poplar Springs Drive, 87-89; Natchez, Grace, 89-92; Greenwood, St. John’s, 92-95; Natchez, Grace, 96-97; Leave, 98-00; Adm/Outreach, Drew Theo. Sem., 00-04; Artesia-New Hope, 04-07; Macon: First, 07-09; Poplar Head-Saucier, 09- . 13196 Poplar Head Road , Saucier, MS 39574. (228) 832-3737/(228) 832-1267 [email protected] *Dowd, Thomas Michael (Charlotte): (FL) (WA) 7/2/1946. Louisville West, 05. 506 Pontotc , Louisville, MS 39339. /(662) 773-2242 [email protected] *Dowling, William Hilton Sr (Angela): (FE) (WA) 2/22/1961. PM 86; D 86; E 89 FC 89. Memphis Theological Seminary, St. Charles/Pleasant Grove UMC, AR, 86-87; Leakesville, 87-89; Liberty, 89- 90. Star/Braxton, 90-93; Fletcher’s Chapel/Bethany, 93-95; Johnston Chapel, 95-2000; Greville Trinity 2000-2003; Waynesboro: First, 03-06; Quitman: First-Shubutta, 06-08; Collins, 08-09; Eminence, 08-09; Woodville-Macedonia, 09- . P O Box 757 , Woodville, MS 39669. /(601) 888-4225 dowling@telepak. net *Downs, Walter (Sheryl): (FL) (WA) 4/18/1952. Liberty, 06-10; Boonville: Christ-Lebanon, 10- . 175 Old Trace Dr. , Baldwyn, MS 38824. /(662) 401-8675 [email protected] Dubose, Michael Dale (Lori Ann): (PL) (WA) 7/11/1961. New Hebron, 98-06; Bethsada, 06-. 2112 Johnson Rd , Crystal Springs, MS 39059. /(601) 892-4317 [email protected] *Ducker, William Gregory (Megan): (PE) (WA) 6/10/1978. PM-08. Montrose 98-00; Hattiesburg: West Lake, 00-04; Pine Flat-Abbeville, 04-06; Iuka: North, 06-07; Americus Parish: Croosroads-Refuge, 07-09; Starkville:First (Assoc), 09- . P. O. Box 2585 , Starkville, MS 39760. /(662) 323-8456 greg@first-umc. org *Duckworth, Darian Elise (): (FE) (WA) 12/5/1981. PE-07. FE-10. Natches: Grace, 07- . 4 Fatherland Rd , Natchez, MS 39120. (601) 445-5146/(601) 445-8223 [email protected] *Dye, Allen Millsaps Jr (Elaine M): (RE) (WA) 7/18/1946. OT 1969; D 1969; E 1973; FC 1973. Student, Candler, 68-71; Student, Asbury, 71-72; Tupelo, First, Associate, 72-74; Wesley Foundation, M.S.U., 74- 79; Mineral Wells, 79-81; Wesley Foundation, D.S.U., 81-84; Southeastern Jurisdiction Administrative Council, 84-96; Friars Point/Lula/Coahoma, 96-98; Habitat For Humanity, 98-99; Rosedale-Gunnison, 99-2000; Leave of Absence, 2000-2002; Grace, Greenville 2002-2003; Belzoni First, 03-04; Grenada: Grace-Gore Springs, 04-06; Jackson: Briarwood, 06-. 202 Cypress Ave , Clarksdale, MS 38614. (601) 956-4035/(662) 624-2973 [email protected] *Dye, James W (Orber): (PL) (AA) 7/18/1946. PM 1984; D 1884; E 1988; FC 1988. Louisville Circuit, 80-82; Ripley Circuit, 82-96; Columbus, St. James, 96-2000; Enterprise Circuit, 2000-2001; Ripley: Adkins Chapel-Union Grove, 01- ; ¾ time, 06-. 72 Hwy 356 W , Rienzi, MS 38865. (662) 423-3332/ [email protected] Dyess, Arvah Eugene (): (RE) (WA) 3/20/1924. Retired. 4251 Berlin Dr , Jackson, MS 39211. /(601) 362-9784

Earls, Denise Marie (): (RE) (WA) 6/17/1935. Retired. 12104 Groth Court , Charlotte, NC 28277. /(704) 814-4739 [email protected] *East, Thomas Randolph Jr (Patricia Ann): (RE) (WA) 1/25/1944. Retired. Hurley, 07-09, Midway, 10- . 4010 Meadow Oak Lane , Ocean Springs, MS 39564. (228) 475-1961/(228) 875-2691 teast7@ cableone.net Edge, Clarence Duane (Evelyn): (RA) (WA) . Retired. 264 CR 409 , Rienzi, MS 38865. (662) 728- 5065/(662) 462-7436 Edwards, James (Mary Frances): (RE) (WA) 7/29/1941. Retired. McLain, 91- . 304 Sandy Run Rd , Hattiesburg, MS 39402. /(601) 264-3280 *Edwards, Walton Eddie (Marie): (PL) (WA) . Meridian: Hawkins Memorial, 09- . 25 Lake Eddins 16388B , Pachuta, MS 39347. /(601) 727-2163 [email protected] 44 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

#Edwards-Evans, Tanya Yvette (): (PE) (AA) 4/23/1962. PE-07; Benton: Wesley Chapel, 02-07; Kingsley, 03-07; Paulding, 07-09; Laurel: St. Paul, 09- . 517 Jefferson St , Laurel, MS 39440. / tanya_ [email protected] Elam, Jimmy Bay (Ruth): (RE) (WA) 5/2/1931. Retired. PO Box 1222 , Raymond, MS 39154. /(601) 857-5246 [email protected] *Elliott, Diane Moore (Robert Edward): (PL) (WA) 8/27/1946. Shelby, 09- . 608 Ridgeway Avenue , Cleveland, MS 38732. /(662) 846-0259 [email protected] Entrekin, Rod L (Ginny): (RE) (WA) 11/5/1929. Retired. 711 Berkshire Dr , Hattiesburg, MS 39402. /(601) 268-3830 [email protected] Estess, Homer E (): (RE) (WA) 4/26/1927. Retired. 170 Jim Dixon Rd , Vaughan, MS 39179. /(662) 673-8820 *Evans, John Norman (Karen Sue): (AM) (WA) 10/11/1948. Jackson: Van Winkle, 99. 909 Kent Dr , Clinton, MS 39056. (601) 924-4558/(601) 924-4558 [email protected] *Evans, Michael Dewayne (Shelley): (FL) (WA) 7/12/1970. Ozark, 01-05; Pope Charge, 05-09; Cooper’s Chapel (FL), 09- . 294 CR 683 , Quitman, MS 39355. (601) 776-5311/(601) 776-1493 coo- [email protected] *Evans, Michael Porter (Betty): (FE) (WA) 10/10/1967. PE-01, E-06, FC-06. Rice’s Chapel, 94- 12/31/96; Longtown, 1/1/97-00; Potts Camp 00-02; Brookhaven: Jackson Street, 02-05; Shuqualak, 05-08; Pleasant Grove, 08- . 1100 Pleasant Grove Dr SE , Monticello, MS 39654. (601) 835-0024/(601) 835-1889 [email protected] *Everett, Dock (Mary): (RL) (AA) 10/12/1937. New St. Matthew, 05- . PO Box 5104 , Meridian, MS 39302. /(601) 482-5434 [email protected]

*Fair, Lynn (Vicki): (PL) (WA) 2/2/1951. Plantersville, 01- . 118 Scenic Cv , Saltillo, MS 38866. (662) 841-6479/(662) 869-3110 [email protected] Fairley, Shirley Ann (Willie Ray): (PL) (AA) 4/19/1953. Bolton Chapel, 10- . 124B Beatline Road , McLain, MS 39456. (601) 945-2841/(601) 945-2841 [email protected] *Falgout, Mark Scott (Shelia): (FL) (WA) 9/27/1954. Corinth; Box Chapel, 07-10; Tippah Circuit, 10- . 10150 CR 701 , Ripley, MS 38663. /(662) 837-9478 [email protected] Farr, William Clay (Cheryl): (PL) (WA) 9/16/1954. Oxford East, 09- . 811 Annie Lou Road , Hickory Flat, MS 38633. /(662) 224-8046 [email protected] *Felder, Charles Bertram (Sherry): (RE) (WA) 2/26/1939. Retired. 137 Edgewood Blvd. , Oxford, MS 38655. / [email protected] Felder, Joe Girling (): (RL) (WA) 3/14/1946. Retired. Magnolia: First, 10- . 1061 Campground Circle , Summit, MS 39666. (601) 783-2328/ [email protected] *Fink, Dennis E (Marilyn): (FE) (WA) 7/15/1941. PM 1994; D 1994; FC 1997; E 1997. Nazarene Church (Including seminary), 70-92; Houston, North, 93-95; Jackson, Van Winkle, 95-99; Gloster, 99-02; Myrtle-Ebenezer, 02-08; Verona-Palmetto, 08- . PO Box 370 , Verona, MS 38879. (662) 566- 8839/(662) 566-8889 *Fisher, James Albert (Madge Dowdle): (FE) (WA) 4/15/1949. PM 91; D 91; E 94; FC 94. Poplar Springs (North Carolina Conference), 89-92; Grenada, Grace, 92-96; Caswell Springs, 96-06; Fulton: First, 06-10; Pascagoula; First, 10- . P. O. Box 371 , Pascagoula, MS 39568. (228) 762-5222/(228) 285- 0105 [email protected] *Fitzpatrick, Lavert (Evelyn): (PL) (AA) 7/22/1964. Okolona:Mount Pisgah (Assoc.), 08- . 200 Higgins Trail , Pontotoc, MS 38863. /(662) 509-9676 [email protected] *Fleming, Anna Elsie (): (FL) (WA) . Long Beach: First (Assoc), 09- . 208 Pine Street , Long Beach, MS 39560. (228) 863-9619/(228) 326-7201 [email protected] *Fleming, Claude LeRoy Jr (Janice): (RE) (WA) 10/5/1935. Retired. 306 Will Ave , Philadelphia, MS 39350. /(601) 650-0041 *Fleming, Eldridge E (Martha): (RE) (WA) 9/19/1936. Retired. 2800 W Main St Cottage 203B , Tupelo, MS 38801. (662) 844-6430/(662) 844-6430 [email protected] *Flemons, Herman (): (PL) (AA) 1/3/1955. Holly Springs: Asbury-Strickland-McDonald. 201 County Road 108 , Abbeville, MS 38601. /(662) 513-6019 [email protected] Fletcher, T Russell Jr (Dianne): (RE) (WA) 3/2/1942. Retired. P.O. Box 157 , Panola, CO 81428. (254) 780-9673/(254) 947-3696 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 45

*Flowers, Dawn Douglas (Alan Shawn): (FE) (WA) 10/10/1979. PE 05; FC 08; FE 08; Wesley Foundation USM (Dir), 05-10; Union-Mt. Zion, 10- . 100 Pinecrest , Union, MS 39365. (601) 774-9412/ [email protected] *Flowers, Roger A (Carol): (FE) (WA) 4/29/1951. PM 1974; D 1974; E 1977; FC 1977. Asbury Theological Seminary, 74-76; Jackson, Christ, Asso., 76-78; Pelahatchie-Gulde, 78-80; Pleasant Grove- Winchester,80-84; Grace-Terry, 84-85; Hattiesburg: Glendale, 85 / Wesley Hosp, 98. P.O. Box 16509 , Hattiesburg, MS 39404. (601) 268-8403/(601) 268-3669 [email protected] *Forbus, Gregory Albert (Sidney): (FL) (WA) 5/4/1954. Homewood, 04-06; Belmont, 06-. P.O. Box 516 , Belmont, MS 38827. (662) 454-7375/(662) 454-3350 [email protected] *Ford, Eddie Joe (Annie): (PE) (AA) 1/28/1953. PE-10. Holly Springs: Asbury-St. Marys, 00-10, Snowtown, 10- . 792 Well Ext , Courtland, MS 38620. (662) 563-5216/(662) 563-5216 Efordcourtland@ aol.com *Ford, John Robert (): (PL) (WA) . Vicksburg: Wesley, 05- . 206 Willow Way , Vicksburg, MS 39183. (601) 634-0506/(601) 638-7004 [email protected] #Ford, Rebecca Annette (Gerald): (PL) (WA) 9/2/1950. Oxford: South, 93-04; Taylor, 04. 568 CR 371 , Water Valley, MS 38965. (662) 915-6550/(662) 513-2082 [email protected] *Forrest, James Earp (Annette Young): (PL) (AA) 10/19/1957. Binford Chapel -05; Barwick, Binsford Chapel, 05. 702 Magnolia Drive , Winona, MS 38967. (662) 565-9999/(662) 283-5610 pastorjamesfor- [email protected] *Forrest, Jimmy Lewis (Rosie Lee): (FL) (AA) 7/23/1943. Shady-Mt. Zion, (5); Eupora: Liberty. 112 Academy St , Winona, MS 38967. /(662) 283-3043 [email protected] *Forrest, Nelson (Maggie): (PL) (AA) 11/29/1955. Webster Circuit, 87- . 116 Hazel Cir , Winona, MS 38967. (662) 294-0051/(662) 283-1669 Fortenberry, Donald Peyton (Edna Kaye): (RE) (WA) 8/2/1940. Retired. 4466 Hickory Ridge Rd , Jackson, MS 39211. /(601) 366-2611 [email protected] *Foster, John Thomas (Kimberly): (PE) (WA) 9/15/1980. PE-08. Vardaman, 05-08, Fuklton: First (Assoc.), 08- ; Wesley Fdn. ICC (Dir), 08- P. O. Box 884 , Fulton, MS 38843. (662) 862-9530/(662) 862-5339 [email protected] *Franklin, Jason Wayne (Leslie): (PE) (WA) 6/26/1972. PE-07; Ozark, 98-01(mid year); Tupelo: Cornerstone – 01(mid year)- 04; Ingomar-Mt. Zion, 04-06; Starkville: First Associate, 06-09; Jumpertown, 09- . 888 Hwy. 4 W. , Booneville, MS 38829. (662) 728-5016/ [email protected] *Frazier, Walter L (Terri): (FD) (WA) 2/27/1968. PM 93; D 93; DFC 99. Student 93-94; Vicksburg: Crawford Street Associate, 94-95; Leave of Absence, 95-98; MS Methodist Rehab, 98-; Grace Counseling Center. 101 Hilda Marie St , Vicksburg, MS 39180. (601) 636-5703/(601) 631-0529 walter@walterfrazier. com *Freeman, Orville Glenn (Bettie): (AM) (WA) 4/22/1946. D in Associate Membership 02. New Augusta/Beaumont, 95-99; Bassfield, 99-2000; Antioch, 00-08; Boyles Chapel, 06-08; Columbia Circuit, 08- . 1639 Hwy 98E , Columbia, MS 39429. (601) 736-0720/(601) 736-0720 [email protected] Fulton, Travis Roland (Margaret Kuehnle): (RE) (WA) 9/7/1942. Retired. 363 Lakeshore Drive , Ferriday, LA 71334. /(318) 757-1417 [email protected] *Fuquay, David Earl (): (FE) (WA) 10/3/1973. Clinton, First-2001; Jackson: Leavell Woods, 2001-03; Fund for Theol Ed, 04-06. University of Florida Wesley Fdn.- University UMC, 06- . 5022 NW 16th St , Gainesville, FL 32605. (352) 372-8183/(352) 338-7929 [email protected] *Furr, Esta Stanley (): (RE) (WA) 9/15/1922. Retired. 2800 West Main Street , Tupelo, MS 38801. /(662) 841-1852 [email protected]

*Gage, Roosevelt (Chyleen M): (RL) (AA) 11/4/1947. Retired. Sturgis: Boyd Chapel, 04- . 409 Jefferson St , Okolona, MS 38860. /(662) 786-1440 [email protected] *Gales, Robert (Dolly): (FL) (WA) . Waveland. 01/01/10- ;Clermont Harbor, 01/01/10- . 1543 Margie Street , Waveland, MS 39576. (228) 467-8047/(228) 493-9944 [email protected] Gammill, Gerald (Johnnie): (RE) (WA) 10/27/1931. Retired. 2145 Old Hwy 12 , Starkville, MS 39759. /(662) 323-3730 Garnett, Natalie Marie (): (RA) (ME) 1/25/1947. Retired. 19 South Rd , Monroe, LA 71201. /(601) 857-9696 *Garrott, William Johnson Jr. (Jennifer Martin): (FE) (WA) 9/28/1954. PM-84; D-84; E-86; FC-86. Student, Candler, 81-84; Iuka-North, 84-87; New Hope Murrah’s Chapel, 87-92. Ridgeland, 92-98; 46 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

Ocean Springs: Wesley, 98-02; Approved Evangelist, 02-09; Tupelo: Sornerstone, 09- . POB 646 , Senatobia, MS 38668. (662) 301-1749/(662) 301-1748 [email protected] *Garvin, Elisabeth Anne (): (FD) (WA) 7/21/1971. PM-03, D-06, FC-06. Mississippi Conference, 03-05; Millsaps College, 05-09; Ministerial Services, 09- . PO Box 1147 , Jackson, MS 39215. (601) 354- 0515/(601) 352-6799 [email protected] Gary, George Robert Jr (Kathy): (FE) (WA) 11/22/1958. PM 1986; D 1986; E 1988; FC 1988. Newton, 86-89; Wood Junior College, 89-91; Conference Council Deployed Staff, Starkville District, 89-91; Magee, 91-94; MS Course of Study School, 94-2001; Flora-Bentonia, 01-05; Florence: Marvin, 05-07; Sabbatical Leave, 07-08; Sabbatical Leave, 08-10; N. Georga Conf., 10- . 8017 Hwy 13 , New Hebron, MS 39140. /(601) 792-2127 [email protected] *Gaughf, Keith Dewayne (Rhonda Renee): (FE) (WA) 5/29/1966. PM 93; D 93; E 01; FC 01, Booneville: Christ-Lebanon / WF NEMCC, 01-09; Columbia: First, 09- . P O Box 585 , Columbia, MS 39429. (601) 736-7121/(601) 736-2073 [email protected] *Geeter, Antra (): (PL) (AA) 12/5/1978. Shuqualak: Asbury, 06- . 321 North Church Ave., Apt. 4 , Louisville, MS 39339. (662) 617-2538/(662) 779-1394 [email protected] *Geeter, Lyndon B (Thelma B): (PL) (AA) 11/4/1964. Weir Circuit. 6485 Hwy 14 , Macon, MS 39341. (662) 386-3374/(662) 726-9747 [email protected] *Genesse, James Peter (Margaret): (FE) (WA) 11/27/1958. PM 89; D 89; E 91; FC 91. Williamsburg Charge, 89-92. Boonville, Christ, 92-97; Jackson, Christ, 97-02; Long Beach: First, 02-09: Madison (Senior), 09- . 100 Post Oak Road , Madison, MS 39110. (601) 856-6058/(601) 856-8091 jim@madisonumc.org Gerber, Frederick Leon (Cindy L): (FL) (WA) 4/3/1963. Shuqualak –02; Whitehall, 02-05; Tilton, 05- 07; Felder / McComb: Pearl River Ave. 07-08; Morton: First, 08-10; Incapacity Leave, 10- , 943 Morris Tullos Drive , Morton, MS 39117. (601) 732-6124/(601) 732-6371 [email protected] *Gerber, Philip Ray (Gretchen E): (RE) (WA) 6/28/1942. Retired. Magnolia, 06-10. PO Box 244 , Magnolia, MS 39652. /(601) 783-3146 [email protected] Gibbs, Anjohnette W (Herman): (FE) (AA) 11/17/1955. PM 1984; D 1984; FC 1986; E 1986. Student, Garrett, 80-83; Greenville, Revels, 83-87; Belzoni Circuit, 87. PO Box 225 , Greenville, MS 38702. (662) 247-1904/(662) 335-7036 [email protected] *Gibson, Dan (): (PL) (WA) . Gallman 07- . PO Box 576 , Crystal Springs, MS 39059. /(601) 573-9597 [email protected] *Gibson, Peggy Ann (): (PE) (AA) 5/16/1952. PE-08. Ocean Springs: St. James, 06-09; Greenville: Revels, 09- . 1407 E John Cove , Greenville, MS 38702. (662) 335-3245/(662) 537-4800 peggyanngib- [email protected] *Gilbert, Tommy D (Dot): (RE) (WA) 5/13/1929. Meridian: Central. 724 Elmwood Dr , Meridian, MS 39301. (601) 693-1521/(601) 485-3415 [email protected] Gill, Clinton (Phyllis): (RE) (WA) 9/25/1933. PM 61, D 61, E 63, FC 63, RE 96; Retired . Hattiesburg: West Lake, 09- . 114 Kensington , Hattiesburg, MS 39402. /(601) 310-9475 clinton_gill09@comcast. net *Gill, Robert Noel (Currie B): (FE) (WA) 2/19/1959. D 1984; E 1987. Candler School of Theology, 81-83; Youth Minister, Lawrenceville, Ga. First UMC, 81-83; Summit, Pisgah UMC, 85-89. Long Beach, Christ, 89-94; Lumberton, 94-95; Getwell Rd., 95-2000; Greenwood: St. John’s, 00-04; Meridian: Poplar Springs Drive, 04-10; Jackson: St. Mark’s (senior), 10- . PO Box 3333 , Meridian, MS 39303. (601) 485- 5598/(601) 485-8751 [email protected] *Giordano, Theodore James (Mary Lanelle): (FE) (WA) 1/7/1946. AM 85; D 85. Bradley Chapel, 82-83; Pelahatchie, 83-95; Camp Wesley Pines, 96. PO Box 276 , Gallman, MS 39077. (601) 892- 2341/(601) 892-9076 [email protected] *Gipson, Frank Lee (Mattie D): (FL) (AA) 1/28/1946. New Faith-Mt. Olive, 99-2001; Mt. Olive / St. James, 2001-02; Laurel: Mallalieu, 02-10; Barlow, 10- ; Galilee-Treadwell, 10- . 109 Canary Cove , Greenwood, MS 38930. /(662) 453-3807 [email protected] *Gipson, Marvin Jean (Margaret): (PL) (AA) 10/24/1948. Retired. Oxford: Burns-Hammit Hill Associate, 06-. 109 Price Hill Cove , Oxford, MS 38655. (662) 816-9367/(662) 234-9367 mmgipson1@ bellsouth.net *Gipson, Mattie D (Frank): (FE) (AA) 12/8/1945. PM 96; D 96; FC 99; E 99. Laurel: St. Paul, 97-04; Hattiesburg: St. Paul, 04-10; Greenwood: Wesley, 10- ; Greenwood District (Staff), 10- . 109 Canary Cove , Greenwood, MS 38930. (662) 453-3477/(662) 453-3807 [email protected] The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 47

Givens, Roy (Nyoka): (RE) (WA) 2/10/1936. Retired. 27 CR 142 , Quitman, MS 39355. /(601) 776- 2589 *Givhan, William Franklin Sr (Bessie Burnley): (RE) (AA) 11/4/1933. Retired. 333 Hwy 41 , Pontotoc, MS 38863. (662) 489-6934/(662) 489-6934 [email protected] *Glass, Jimmy C (June): (FE) (WA) 7/16/1950. (OE) (Memphis Conference). Brookhaven: St. Andrew’s Mission & UMC-2003; Southaven: First, 03. 2101 b Colonial Hills Drive , Southaven, MS 38671. (662) 393-7945/(662) 349-0500 [email protected] *Glazier, Gary Arthur (Cindy): (AM) (WA) 7/30/1965. AM-10. Tishomingo Charge, 06-06; Boonville: Grace, 06-10; Morton: First, 10- . 943 Morr’s Tullos Dr. , Morton, MS 39117. (601) 732-6124/ gcglazier@ yahoo.com Glenn, Dale F (Elizabeth): (FL) (WA) 8/13/1951. Houston, South, 88-89; Macedonia, 89-93; Biggersville, 93-95; Brooksville/Crawford, 95-00; Ingomar, 00-04; Leave-Incapacity, 06/01/04- . 307 Road 1400 , Mooreville, MS 38857. /(662) 297-0165 *Glenn, Grover Cleveland III (Debra H): (FE) (WA) 12/7/1950. Aberdeen: St. Mark-Prarie, 01-03; US Army, 03-06; Seminary/Oakdale, 06-08; Inverness-Caile-Isola, 08- . PO Box 2 , Inverness, MS 38753. (662) 265-5270/(662) 265-5760 [email protected] *Glover, Jimmy Milton (Betty): (RL) (WA) 6/6/1937. Retired. Liberty, 10- . 568 CR 5011 , Booneville, MS 38829. /(662) 365-5543 [email protected] Gober, William Thomas (Sandra): (RE) (WA) 7/9/1933. Retired. 1302 Jackson Street , Corinth, MS 38834. / Godbold, Robert R (Betty): (RE) (WA) 7/31/1925. Retired. 406 W Longview , New Albany, MS 38652. (662) 534-0479/(662) 534-0479 [email protected] *Goff, Dayna Loretta (): (FE) (WA) 7/10/1960. PM 98; D 98; E 2000; FC 2000 Natchez: Grace, 02-07; Sardis – Davis Chapel, 07- . POB 383 506 S. Main St, Sardis, MS 38666. (662) 487-2738/(662) 487-2824 [email protected] *Goldsmith, Walter E (Carolyn): (FE) (WA) 1/9/1951. OT-75; D-75; E-79; FC-79. Ashland, 74- 78; Sunflower-Blaine, 78-81; Goodman, 82-87; Starkville, Aldersgate, 87-94; Poplarville, 94-2000; Columbus: Wesley, 2000-02; Pontotoc: First, 02-05; Houston: First, 05-08; Sandtown-Longino, 08-10; Byhalia, 10- . POB 11 , Byhalia, MS 38611. (662) 838-2237/(662) 838-6030 [email protected] *Gomillion, Ronald Gene (Sheila): (PE) (WA) 12/13/1957. PE-08. Harrisville / Rexford, 03-06; Madison Associate, 06-08; Anguilla-Grace, 08- . 631 Front St , Anguilla, MS 38721. (662) 873- 2786/(662) 873-2786 [email protected] *Goodwin, Charles Ronnie (Barbara): (FE) (WA) 12/5/1948. OT 1984; D 1984; E 1987; FC 1987. Student, Memphis Theological, 81-85; Tippah Circuit, 81-84; Shady Grove-Bethel Biggersville, 84-86; South Tishomingo Paris Director- Belmont-Dennis, 86-96; Mantachie, 96. PO Box 33 , Mantachie, MS 38855. (662) 282-4325/(662) 282-4823 [email protected] *Gordon, Adam Louis (Amanda): (PE) (WA) 9/14/1981. PM-08. Boonville: First (Youth Assoc.), 08- ; Wesley Fdn-NEMCC, 09- . 206 East Bankhead St. , New Albany, MS 38652. (662) 728-5773/(662) 534- 8305 [email protected] *Gordon, Amanda Lea (Adam): (FE) (WA) 4/20/1978. PE-07. FE-10. New Albany: First (Assoc yth), 07- . P O Box 156 , New Albany, MS 38652. (662) 534-2206/(662) 534-8305 amandaFUMC@gmail. com *Gordon, Brian Thomas (Charity Ruth): (FE) (WA) 7/19/1972. PM 97, D 97, FC 00, E 00. British Methodist Conference, 98-00; Gulfport: First Associate, 00-02; Corinth: Christ 02-03; Salem-Friendship- Union Hill, 03-07; Pearl: First, 07-09; Laurel: West Laurel, 09- ; Sandersville, 09- . 28 Oak Crest , Laurel, MS 39440. (601) 426-6734/(601) 425-1296 [email protected] *Gordon, H Owen Jr (Marie): (FE) (WA) 11/26/1949. OT 1975; D 1972; E 1978; FC 1978. Naniah Waiya, 69-74; Student, lliff, 74-77; Mt. Pleasant, 77-80; Student, 80-81; Benoit-Pace-Longshot, 81-84; Mathiston-Wood College, 84-2003; DeKalb Circuit, 03. 13521 Hwy 39 North , DeKalb, MS 39328. (601) 743-5135/ [email protected] *Gordon, Prentiss M Sr (): (RE) (WA) 12/23/1925. Retired. 2328 Twin Gum Rd , Starkville, MS 39759. (662) 323-7525/(662) 418-8216 *Gordon, Prentiss McCarton Jr (Sandra): (FE) (WA) 5/30/1947. OT 1970; D 1970; E 1972; FC 1972. New Hope-Bevil Hill, 66-67; Weir, 67-69; Student, Candler, 69-71; Columbus, St. Stephen, 71-75; Coffeeville, 75-77; CCOM, 77-80; Director, National Youth Miss., 81-84; Starkville, Aldersgate, 84- 48 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

87; Leland, 87-90. Iuka, First, 90-97; Clinton: First, 97-02; Amory: First, 02-04; Hattiesburg: Parkway Heights, 04-06; Columbus: Central, 06-09; Corinth:First, 09- . 901 N. Fiillmore Street , Corinth, MS 38834. (662) 287-3111/(662) 286-5583 [email protected] *Gore, Willie Edward (): (FL) (AA) 2/23/1951. Laurel, New Faith, 95-97. Hattiesburg, St. Paul, 97-2001; Indianola, Rasberry, 2001-2003; Yazoo City: St. Stephen’s, 03-05; Lucedale Circuit, 05-10; Poplarville Circuit, 10- . 5 Moore Road , Poplarville, MS 39470. (601) 498-7943/(601) 498-7943 *Grant, Erin Nichole (Robert Wilson): (PE) (WA) 9/25/1976. PE-09. Sumrall, 09- . PO Box 565 , Sumrall, MS 39482. (601) 758-0075/(601) 596-4454 [email protected] *Grant, Robert Wilson Jr (Erin Nichole): (PE) (WA) 1/31/1978. PM-08; Drew/Shelby, 07-09; Hickory Grove, 09- . PO Box 565 , Sumrall, MS 39482. /(601) 758-3993 [email protected] *Green, Timmy Andrew (Phyllis): (FE) (WA) 7/26/1955. PM 5 30 88; D 5 30 88; E 6 18 91; FC 6 18 91. Memphis Theological Seminary, 85-89, Memphis TN; Wheeler- Meadow Creek (New Albany District), 82-86; Salem-Friendship Union Hill (Tupelo-New Albany District), 86-91; Saltillo, 91. PO Box 146 , Saltillo, MS 38866. (662) 869-2956/(662) 869-1240 [email protected] Greene, David (Kathy): (PL) (WA) 10/18/1948. Clinton: First (Assoc), 06- . 105 Oakridge Cove , Clinton, MS 39056. (601) 709-5618/(601) 924-3017 *Greenough, R Earl (Margie): (RE) (WA) 9/10/1934. Retired. 19201 Park Ridge Drive North , Moss Point, MS 39562. /(228) 588-3406 [email protected] *Greer, David B (Sandra): (FE) (WA) 3/20/1940. OT 1974; D 1972; E 1978; FC 1978. Wheeler, 65-67; Ripley Circuit, 67-70; Ingomar, 70-73; Kossuth, 73-74; Cockrum, 74-79; Cedar Bluff, 79-81; Okolona Parish, 82-88; Whitehall, 88-90. Winston County Director, 90-92. Whitehall, 92-95; Pearl, 95-98; Calhoun City: Lewis Memorial, 98-05; Moss Point: Dantzler, 05. PO Box 8704 , Moss Point, MS 39562. (228) 475-7888/(228) 475-1358 [email protected] Greer, Tommy Charles Sr (Ruth): (RE) (AA) 1/8/1942. Retired 1120 Kosciusko Rd , Philadelphia, MS 39350. /(601) 389-1059 [email protected] *Griffith, Hugh Milton Jr (Linda H): (FE) (WA) 2/23/1964. OT 1989; D 1989; E 1992; FC 1992. Asbury Seminary, 87-90; Ocean Springs, Associate 90-92; Wesley Foundation MSU, 92. PO Box MY , Mississippi State, MS 39762. (662) 323-1778/(662) 323-3393 [email protected] *Grubbs, Carl Wayne (Diane): (RE) (WA) 10/31/1942. OT 69; D 69; E 74; FC 74; Retired 09. Pearl: First, 09- . PO Box 2056 , Madison, MS 39130. (601) 939-3548/(662) 347-0874 [email protected] *Gully, Christopher Mark (Sherby): (PL) (WA) 3/6/1973. Lynville-Mellen, 08- . 102 Zee Gully Rd , DeKalb, MS 39328. (601) 677-3550/(601) 743-4733 [email protected] *Gunn, Jimmie (Betty): (RA) (WA) 1/1/1931. Suqualena. 11241 Hwy 494 , Meridian, MS 39305. (601) 626-8660/(601) 626-8596 [email protected] *Gunter, Doyce Walton (Anita): (RE) (WA) 3/8/1935. Retired. 2800 W Main St Cottage 201B , Tupelo, MS 38801. (662) 844-5166/(662) 844-5166 [email protected]

*Haggard, Larry Joe Sr (Eve): (FE) (WA) 5/7/1948. PE 05; FC 08; FE 08; Yazoo City: St. John’s, 98- 05; Louisville South. 101 Jordan Cir , Louisville, MS 39339. (662) 803-5748/(662) 773-6910 lhd357@ bellsouth.net *Halbert, Inge Mobley (Martha Jane): (RE) (WA) 9/29/1935. Retired. Cedar Bluff, 98-07; Nanih Waiya, 07-10; . 550 Main Street , Caledonia, MS 39740. /(662) 356-6116 [email protected] *Hall, Harold B Jr (): (PE) (WA) 4/11/1968. PM-08. Cedar Bluff, 98-07; Nanih Waiya, 07-10; Coffeeville, 10- . POB 185 , Coffeeville, MS 38922. (662) 675-2608/(662) 675-2690 [email protected] *Hall, James (Rila (Bootsie)): (FL) (WA) 1/29/1948. Wheelrt/Meadow Creek, 06-09; Corinth: Christ- Crossroads, 09- . P O Box 575 , Booneville, MS 38829. (662) 286-3298/ [email protected] *Hall, John Robert (Dawn): (FE) (WA) 8/22/1961. PM 85; D 85; E 88; FC 88. Oral Roberts University, 85-86; Jeff Davis Parish, 86-90; Goodman, 90-94; Biloxi, Heritage, 94-98; Ridgeland: First / Sharon, 98; Sharon, 01-; Lone Pine, 06-07; Holmes CC, 05-; Burns-Gasque Chapel-Pleasant Hill, 07-09; Monterey, 09- . 313 Arlington Cir , Ridgeland, MS 39157. (601) 605-3372/(601) 853-2096 [email protected] Hallberg, Loney Joe (Norma Lucille): (RE) (WA) 10/13/1942. Retired. PO Box 1621 , Monticello, MS 39654. /(601) 587-1441 [email protected] Hallford, Charles Robert (Alice Wofford): (RE) (WA) 8/29/1945. Retired. 29378 Oakstone Dr., W , Daphne, AL 36526. /(251) 626-8228 [email protected] *Hamlin, Wayland (Naomi June): (FE) (WA) 6/4/1949. PM 99; D 99; FE 2001. Bethlehem 98-2001; Clinton: First, Assoc.,2001-02; Benton-Midway, 04-05; U.S. Army; 05-08; Jackson: Epworth, 08-09; The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 49

Taylorsville: First-Bethel, 09- . P O Box 356 , Jackson, MS 39204. (601) 785-4255/(601) 992-9174 [email protected] *Hampton, Gary (): (FL) (AA) 7/30/1959. Longview Circuit, 91-2001; Philadelphia: Phila. Parish, 2001-04; Sylvester-Wesley Chapel, 04. 3250 Taylor Rd , Sturgis, MS 39769. (662) 312-8673/(662) 465- 6394 [email protected] Handy, Richard F (): (PL) (WA) 1/29/1947. Clermont Harbor-Pearlington, 04-07; Pearlington, 07- . P. O. Box 9185 , Moss Point, MS 39563. (228) 990-5281/(228) 990-5281 [email protected] Handy, Willie Lee (Carolyn): (PL) (AA) 10/24/1953. Canton, Little Zion, 97-2000; ; Carthage: Wesley, 00-06; Mount Pleasant, 06-09; Canton: Little Zion, 09- . 400 Church St , Canton, MS 39046. /(601) 855-7466 *Hankins, Bobby Wayne (Jo Ann): (RE) (WA) 3/31/1939. Spring Hill 2003-04; Booneville: Grace, 04-07; Golden Chapel, 07- . 80 CR 1000 , Booneville, MS 38829. (662) 728-0292/(662) 728-0292 [email protected] *Hannah, Haywood Isaac (Flora H): (PL) (AA) 12/20/1955. Galilee Treadwell, 00-06; Carthage: Wesley, 06-. 396 Chenoa Avenue , Carthage, MS 39051. (601) 267-8909/(601) 267-3792 Hardin, William Douglas Sr (Carolyn M): (RE) (WA) 9/28/1940. Retired. 1723 Mt Pleasant , Hernando, MS 38632. /(662) 429-7189 [email protected] *Hare, James William (Nobia): (RL) (AA) 10/4/1940. Retired. PO Box 98 , Paulding, MS 39348. /(601) 727-7811 [email protected] *Harms, Dianne Powell (Royce): (RD) (WA) 9/14/1946. Retired. Raliegh-Unite, 10- . 6335 Woodstock Dr , Jackson, MS 39206. (601) 832-2649/(601) 982-9460 [email protected] *Harms, Jason Edward (Wendy): (FE) (WA) 11/11/1971. PM-97; D-97; E-2000; FC-2000. : First, 98- 2000; Ruleville/Glendora, 2000-2003; Meridian: Central, 03-07; Asbury, 07-10; Ripley: First, 10- . 114 Forest Gate Cr , Ripley, MS 38663. (662) 837-7183/(662) 837-4953 *Harper, Arthur Ray III (Heather M): (FE) (WA) 2/27/1976. PM-2001 Carrollton. 01-07; Eupora: First, 07- . P.O. Box 556 , Eupora, MS 39744. (662) 258-2611/(662) 258-7291 [email protected] Harper, John Hamlin (Faye): (RE) (WA) 2/3/1947. Retired. 161 Monterey Dr , Lucedale, MS 39452. /(601) 947-2155 [email protected] *Harrison, David Lee Sr (Karen Lea): (RE) (WA) 12/26/1944. PM-1981; D-1981; E-1985; FC-1985. Wayne County Circuit, 78-80; Asbury Theological Seminary, 80- 83; Junction City UMC, 80-83; Leakesville, 83-84; Mt. Zion-Hebron, 84-87; Woodville, 87-90; Vicksburg, Gibson, 90-99; Port Gibson- Hermanville, 99. 901 Church Street , Port Gibson, MS 39150. (601) 437-5258/(601) 437-5258 davidl- [email protected] Harrison, Don M (Marilyn): (RL) (WA) 8/16/1943. Retired. Cedar Grove-Sylvarena, 10- . 171 Townsend Rd , Mendenhall, MS 39114. /(601) 847-7360 *Harrison, James Martin (Ginger): (RE) (WA) 2/14/1943. Retired . 2987 Hwy 19 S , Meridian, MS 39301. /(601) 644-0348 [email protected] Harrison, William E (June): (RE) (WA) 1/19/1931. Okolona: First. 1502 Valley Rd , Tupelo, MS 38804. /(662) 844-8723 [email protected] Hart, Luther Mac (Bobbye): (RE) (WA) 7/24/1925. Retired. 107 Neely Rd , Richland, MS 39218. /(601) 939-4832 [email protected] *Hart, Mike (): (PL) (WA) . Mt. Carmel, 10- . 4007 Hwy 51 , Wesson, MS 39191. /(601) 669-2409 [email protected] *Hart, Raymond Kenneth (Donna): (PL) (WA) 2/3/1956. Roxie, 94-97; Kossuth/Mt. Pleasant, 97-99; Stringer-Old Bay Springs, 99-2000; McLaurin, 2000-; Redbone - 04; Leakesville / Lucedale: Grace, 04-06; Adams, 06-10; Greenville: Trinity. 10- . 1718 Pinewood Drive , Greenville, MS 38701. (662) 332-1815/ [email protected] *Hartfield, Huston (Sharon): (PL) (AA) 8/1/1951. Laurel, New Faith Preaching Associate, 97-98. Desoto-Quitman Charge, 98-04; Wesley Chapel, 04-08; Beaumont: Bolton Chapel, 08- . 27 Cosero Rd , Beaumont, MS 39423. /(601) 753-9244 Hassell, Charles E Jr (Janet): (RE) (WA) 3/12/1937. Retired. 403B Faraday Trail , Sun City Center, FL 33573. (813) 634-1150/(813) 634-1150 Hasselle, T Edward (Shirley): (RE) (WA) 6/20/1931. Retired. 2185 Tanglewood Rd , Magnolia, MS 39652. (601) 783-6975/(601) 783-6975 *Hathorn, Herbert Dale (Jean): (FE) (WA) 1/19/1954. PM-1990; D-1990; E-1993; FC 1993. luka, South, 88-92; Memphis Theological Seminary, 88-91; Pleasant Hill/Baker’s Chapel, 92-96; Pleasant 50 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

Hill/Baker’s Chapel, 92-96; Corinth, Gaines Chapel, 96-2003; Approved Evangelist, 03. PO Box 369 , Nettleton, MS 38858. /(662) 665-5474 [email protected] *Hawkins, Prentiss Harry (): (RE) (WA) 4/5/1933. Fannin, 90-05; Bradley Chapel, 05. 10947 Oak Ridge Rd , Vicksburg, MS 39183. /(601) 883-1658 *Hawkins, Sam Sr. (): (RL) (AA) . Benton: Wesley Chapel, 07- . PO Box 24504 , Jackson, MS 39225. (662) 746-9181/ Hawks, Thomas Carnal (Deborah): (FE) (WA) 12/18/1944. OT-68; E-70; FC-70. Coffeeville, 79-81; Durant, 81-85; Verona-Palmetto, 85-89; Calhoun City, First, 89-94; Indianola, First, 94-99; Grenada: First, 99-2003; Fulton 2003-04; Fulton: First, 04-06; Walnut Grove/ Carthage: First, 06-10/01/08; Incapacity Leave, 10/01/08- . 102 Hillside Drive , Tupelo, MS 38804. /(662) 322-6960 tom_hawks73@ yahoo.com *Hayden, Karen Koons (Dave): (FE) (WA) 7/14/1971. PM-95; D-95; E-98; FC-98. Grenada: First Associate, 96-98; USM Wesley Foundation, 98-2003; Jackson: Galloway Memorial, 03-05; Wesley Foundation USA, 05-06; McComb: Centenary, 06-10; MO Conf., 10- . 3601 Amron Ct , Columbia, MO 65202. (573) 441-1771/ [email protected] *Hayes, Billy Joe (Loretta): (RE) (WA) 2/17/1935. Retired. Mount Zion, 06-08; Fairfield, 08- . 72 Calhoun Estates Rd , Laurel, MS 39443. /(601) 428-0322 [email protected] Haynes, Frank Thompson (Andrea): (PE) (WA) 1/25/1982. PE-09. MS. Conf. (Coord. Young Peoples Ministries), 09- . POB 1147 , Jackson, MS 39215. (601) 354-0515/ [email protected] *Haynes, Rickey Lynson (Barbara): (FL) (WA) 4/17/1952. Coldwater-Arkabutla, 06- . PO Box 428 , Coldwater, MS 38618. (662) 562-9671/(662) 562-4312 [email protected] Hazelrig, Michael Gregory (Michelle D): (FE) (WA) 3/6/1969. E 06, FC 06. Mt. Pleasant, 2000-2003; Avon-Glen Allan, 03-06; Vicksburg: Gibson Mem., 06-. 335 Oak Ridge Road , Vicksburg, MS 39183. (601) 636-2605/(601) 636-2837 [email protected] Headrick, Joseph Harold (Clydean): (RE) (WA) 11/8/1935. Retired. 1456 Blackberry Ave. , Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. (805) 473-8703/(805) 473-8703 [email protected] Heath, Herman L (Joyce): (RE) (WA) 11/12/1925. Retired. 2413 23rd Ave. , Meridian, MS 39301. (601) 482-0251/(601) 482-0251 *Hedgepeth, Mitchell B (Catherine D): (FE) (WA) 7/23/1959. PM-1984; D-1984; E-1987; FC- 1987. New Augusta-Beaumont, 81-82; Candler School of Theology, 82-85; Poseyville(GA), 82-83; Bremen(GA), 83-85; Edwards, 85-88; Jackson, Galloway (Minister of Evangelism), 88-91. Florence, 91-98; Vicksburg: Hawkins, 98-04; Ocean Springs: St. Paul, 04-07; Clinton: First (Senior), 07- . 100 Mt. Salus Road , Clinton, MS 39056. (601) 924-6671/(601) 488-4102 [email protected] *Heidelberg, Phillip W (Sherrill): (FE) (AA) 1/26/1954. PM-1978; D-1978; E-1980; FC-1980. Gammon Theological Seminary, 76-69; Picayune Circuit, 79-87; Biloxi, St. Paul, 87-94; Ocean Springs, Wesley, 94-98; Meridian: St. Paul-Haven Chapel, 98-02; Hattiesburg: Parkway Heights 02-04; Brookhaven District, 04-09; Gulfport: St. Mark-Riley Chapel, 09- . P. O. Box 7664 , d’Iberville, MS 39540. (228) 864-3927/(228) 396-1847 [email protected] *Henderson, David Albert (Kimberly): (FL) (WA) 12/10/1970. Ocean Springs: St. Paul (Min. of Congregational Care), 10- . 2805 Villa Venezia Court , Ocean Springs, MS 39564. (228) 875-5278/(228) 218-6224 [email protected] *Henderson, Delicia (): (PL) (AA) 5/2/1956. Chapel Hill, 08- . P O Box 431 , Heidelberg, MS 39439. /(601) 787-3901 Henry, David Ray (Deloris): (RE) (AA) 3/31/1943. Retired. PO Box 6433 , Laurel, MS 39441. /(601) 425-4470 [email protected] *Henry, Domini S (): (PL) (AA) 8/23/1980. Pontotoc Parish, 05. 5 Millcreek Point , Hattiesburg, MS 39401. (662) 489-8020/(662) 687-2191 [email protected] *Henry, Earnest Lee (Clara Pearl): (RE) (AA) 9/15/1939. Retired. 753 Wood Lake Dr , Jackson, MS 39206. /(601) 362-6873 Henry, Elijah Sr (Maureen): (RE) (AA) 12/25/1946. Retired. 245 Hintonvill Road , Richton, MS 0. /(601) 788-4633 *Henry, Johniel Lee Jr (Gloria J): (FE) (AA) 7/10/1978. PE-07. FE-10. Pontotoc Parish Assoc. 02-04; Amory: St. James/Spruell Chapel, 07-09; Amory: St. James, 09- . 411 Lynnfield Drive , Amory, MS 38821. (662) 256-8062/(662) 256-7230 [email protected] The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 51

*Hensarling, Heather Kaye (): (FE) (WA) 3/14/1962. Braxton, 02-2003; Wesleyanna / EJA Dist, 03-06; Jackson: St. Luke, 06-08; Bay St. Louis: Main Street, 08- . P. O. Box 2897 , Bay St. Louis, MS 39521. (228) 467-4538/(228) 342-7575 [email protected] *Herndon, James Earl (Carolyn): (RE) (WA) 7/15/1938. Retired. Roberts Chapel, 08- . 23219 Hwy 63 , Moss Point, MS 39562. /(601) 807-1877 *Herod, Arthur (): (RA) (AA) 12/16/1923. Ailesville. 03 03 CR 288 , Abbeville, MS 38601. (662) 234-2055/(662) 234-2055 *Herring, Daniel (): (FL) (WA) . Brandon: First (Assoc), 09- . 1082 Morton-Marathon Road P O Box 68, Morton, MS 39117. /(601) 732-1734 [email protected] *Herring, Howard (Jewel): (RA) (WA) . Retired. 130 Country Ln , Morton, MS 39117. /(601) 732- 8062 *Herrington, Rufus Merle Jr. (): (FL) (WA) 6/12/1950. Louise.Silver City, 09- . P. O. Box 275 , Louise, MS 39097. / [email protected] *Herron, Olivear (): (PL) (AA) 10/20/1954. Epworth. 3535 Springhill Road , Greenwood, MS 38930. (662) 453-2256/(662) 455-2415 [email protected] *Hicks, Joseph B (Renea): (RA) (AA) 11/27/1927. Morton Circuit. 604 Pea Ridge Rd , Florence, MS 39073. /(601) 847-4551 *Hicks, Richard Michael (Lisa): (FE) (WA) 8/1/1953. PM-1978; D-1978; E-1980; FC-1980. Candler School of Theology, 78-79; Hattiesburg, Main Street, Assoc., 79-81; West Laurel-Gitano, 81-84; Union- Mt. Zion, 84-88; Petal-Batson, 88-94; Jackson, Alta Woods, 94-99;; Tupelo: St. Luke, 99-08; Hattiesburg Distric, 08- . P. O. Box 2057 , Hattiesburg, MS 39403. (601) 264-9181/(601) 544-7327 hatdist@thehour. org Higginbotham, John Avon (Evelyn): (RE) (WA) 11/23/1921. Retired. 110 Elm Trail , Brandon, MS 39047. /(601) 992-2432 Hightower, Thomas Edwin (): (RE) (WA) 10/27/1921. Retired. 107 Woodland Dr , Vicksburg, MS 39180. (601) 636-2605/(601) 636-3667 *Hill, David Alan (Christina H): (FE) (WA) 6/28/1951. PM-1993; D-1993; FC-1995; E-1995. Highland (N. Georgia Conference), 90-91; Bassfield, L.L. Roberts, 91-94; Laurel, Franklin/Gitano, 94- .99; Crystal Springs: First – Mt. Pleasant 99-04; Amory: First, 0-07; Indianola: First, 07-10; State Line, 10- ; Waynesboro: First, 10- . 100 Ron Lawson Drive , Waynesboro, MS 39367. (601) 735-4440/(601) 735-4334 [email protected] Hill, H C (Minnie): (RA) (AA) 2/3/1927. Bolton Chapel, 98-07; Bolton Chapel – Wesley Chapel, 07-08; Bolton Chapel, 08- . PO Box 951 , Lucedale, MS 39452. /(601) 947-4874 *Hill, Robert Christopher (): (FE) (WA) 9/18/1974. 05. Utica-Carpenter, 02-05; Jackson: Broadmeadow. 4419 Broadmeadow Dr , Jackson, MS 39206. (601) 366-1403/(601) 366-2928 [email protected] *Hill, Willie Lee Jr (Eddie Marie): (FL) (AA) 7/21/1959. Summerville-Davis Chapel, 99. 1144-A Mt Pleasant Rd , Lucedale, MS 39452. (228) 475-0623/(601) 947-6254 [email protected] Hilliard, June Cook (Joe): (RD) (WA) 4/23/1935. Retired. 317 Kingsbridge Rd , Madison, MS 39110. /(601) 898-7186 [email protected] *Hilliard, Larry Hudson (Terry): (FE) (WA) 10/12/1965. PM-96; D-96; FC-99; E-99. Vossburg, 91-94; New Albany: First, Associate, 94-97; Vancleave, 97-99. Texas Conference, 99-2000; Hurley, 2000-2001; Cockrum – Lewisburg, 2001-04; Nugent, 04-10; Meridian: Poplar Springs Drive, 10- . P.O. Box 3333 , Meridian, MS 0. (601) 485-5598/ *Hilliard, Terry Lynn (Larry): (FE) (WA) 7/6/1959. PE-04; E-07; FC-07;. Caswell Springs Associate, 00-01; Student, MTS & Getwell Rd., 01-04; Pass Christian: First, 04-09; Nugent (Assoc), 09-10; Family Leave, 10- . , , . / [email protected] *Hillman, Adam Byrd Jr (Sara): (RE) (WA) 5/17/1934. Ethel / MS Conf. 25274 Hwy 19 N , Kosciusko, MS 39090. (662) 289-2484/(662) 289-3578 [email protected] *Hinton, Eddie James (Darlene): (PL) (AA) 12/20/1959. Shuqualak: Asbury, 01-06; Longview Circuit, 06-. 504 Aztec St , Starkville, MS 39759. /(662) 323-4871 [email protected] *Hinton, Jerry Louis (Mary E): (PL) (AA) 9/7/1960. Louisville: Hopewell, 99-07; Brooksville Circuit, 07- . PO Box 59 , Ackerman, MS 39735. /(662) 285-6705 [email protected] *Hite, Barbara Owens (Richard L): (FE) (WA) 12/23/1944. PM-2001. E 05. Love UMC –02; Horn Lake: New Hope, 02-05; Redwood-Eagle Lake, 05. 65 Jeffers-Hollow Rd , Redwood, MS 39156. (601) 218-6255/(601) 218-6255 [email protected] 52 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

*Hodges, Bradford E (Beth Elizabeth C): (FE) (WA) 11/13/1955. PM-1992; D-1992; FC-1995; E-1995. Kossuth, 89-94; luka, South, 94-97; Clinton, St. Johns, 97-2000; Jackson: Briarwood, 00-06; Mendenhall, 06-08; Greenville: First, 08- . P O Box 459 , Greenville, MS 38702. (662) 378-2344/(662) 334-9837 [email protected] *Holder-Cummings, Dixie Rhetta (Hugh): (FE) (WA) 7/5/1947. PM,1991; D-1991; FC-1995; E-1995. Allen Lee Memorial (N. Georgia Conference) 89-93; Utica, 93-97; North Houston Parish, 97-2001; Pisgah / BRO Dist, 01-06; Cleveland: St. Luke-Shipman Chapel, 06-. 1219 Farmer Street , Cleveland, MS 38732. (662) 843-2306/(662) 843-5766 [email protected] *Holder-Cummings, Travis Hugh (Dixie): (FE) (WA) 12/15/1945. PM-1991; D-1991; FC-1995; E- 1995. Jeff Davis Parish, 86-89; Bassfield, L.L. Roberts, 88-89; Dixie (N. Georgia Conference), 89-93; Clinton, St. John’s, 93-97; Houston, South, 97-2001; Tilton 2001-2003; Adams / WF SWCC, 03-06; Rosedale-Gunnison, 06-. 1219 Farmer Street , Cleveland, MS 38732. /(662) 843-5766 dxehugs@cableone.net *Holland, Virginia Jones (Wade Allen): (FE) (WA) 9/29/1961. PM-1990; D-1990; E-1992; FC-1992. Student, Candler 83-86; Staff, Conference Council on Ministries, 86-93; Oxford, University, Associate, 94-96; Cleveland, St. Luke/Shipman, 96-2000; Wesley Foundation Director DSU 1996-04; Olive Branch: Maples Memorial, 04-05; Wesley Foundation ICC; 05-06; Pontotoc: Fairview-Robbs, 06-. 114 N Brooks St. , Pontotoc, MS 38863. /(662) 489-9222 [email protected] Holliday, Harold Norman (Joan B): (RE) (WA) 12/11/1933. Retired. Arlington Park 7070 Grelot Rd #418 , Mobile, AL 36695. /(251) 639-1592 [email protected] *Horton, Eugene L (Leslie): (FE) (WA) 6/22/1947. PM-1983; D-1983; E-1986; FC-1986. Atwood- Bethlehem Charge(KY), 81-84; Asbury Theological Seminary, 81-84; Wesson, Decell Memorial, 84-88; Meridian, Central, 88-91. Union/Mt. Zion, 91-98; Tupelo: Wesley, 98-2000; Senatobia: First, 00-08; Laurel: First, 08- PO Box 956 , Laurel, MS 39441. (601) 425-1474/(601) 426-2425 *Horton, Jerry Smith (Jan): (FE) (WA) 10/6/1941. OT 70; D 70; E 73; FC 73. Bellefontaine, 62-63; Salem-Friendship, 63-64; Oxford Parish, 64-65; Panola, 65-69; North Covington (North Georgia), 69- 72; Southaven: Assoc, 72-74; Minor Memorial, 74-81; Iuka: First, 82-84; Belzoni: First, 84-91; Fulrton: First, 91-92; Holly Springs: First, 92-95; Long Beach: First 95-02; Yazoo City: First, 02-09; Magee: First, 09- . P O Box 661 , Magee, MS 39111. (601) 849-2459/(601) 849-3454 [email protected] Hoskins, Glenn Albert (Michelle): (PL) (WA) 8/14/1960. Flowood, 01-04; Drakes, 04. 4 Lamplighter Rd , Pearl, MS 39208. (601) 939-3425/(601) 939-3425 [email protected] Houston, Reed (Beverly): (PL) (WA) 8/14/1960. Foxworth. 1814 Orchard Dr , Columbia, MS 39429. (601) 736-4671/(601) 731-1313 #Howard, Ray (Sandra): (FL) (AA) 12/17/1951. Waynesboro Circuit –02;; McLain Circuit, 02-08; Bay Springs Circuit, 08- . PO Box 313 , Bay Springs, MS 39422. /(601) 764-4423 frostbridgeray51@ yahoo.com *Howard, Timothy Craig (): (PL) (AA) 11/25/1970. Jackson: New Church Start, 08- . 106 Farrington Place , Jackson, MS 39110. (601) 371-3410/(601) 605-9123 [email protected] Howell, Hollis J (Mary Jo): (RE) (WA) 2/25/1936. Retired. 152 A Hillard Howell Rd , Lucedale, MS 39452. /(601) 947-7727 *Howell, Loyal Glenn (Louise): (RE) (WA) 10/18/1941. Retired. Mize, 06-. 501 2nd Ave SW , Magee, MS 39111. /(601) 867-3974 *Howse, Gary Lee (Randy): (FE) (WA) 10/24/1953. E-2007; FC-2007;. Moorhead/Sunflower, 2000- 2003; Glendora / Ruleville: First, 03-08; Indianola: Christ, 08- ; Shaw, 08- ; Rural Life Coord., 08- P O Box 983 , Indianola, MS 38751. (662) 887-2067/(662) 207-5620 [email protected] Hubbard, John Curtis (Norma L): (RE) (WA) 9/18/1930. Retired. 555 Lakeridge Road , Grenada, MS 38901. /(662) 226-5014 *Huffman, David Lamar (Amanda): (FE) (WA) 2/9/1970. PM-94; D-94; FC-97; E-97. McLain, 91-92; Duke University Student, 92-95; Enterprise, 95-97; Taylorsville/Bethel, 97-2000; Mt. Olive/Mize 2000- 02; Richton-Sand Hill, 02-05; Jumpertown, 05-09; Cochrum-Lewisburg, 09- ; Wesley Fdn,-NWCC(dir), 09- . 4006 Hwy. 305 S. , Hernando, MS 38832. (662) 416-5948/(662) 233-4728 revdlhuffman@yahoo. com *Hughes, Vicki Loflin (Kevin): (FE) (WA) 10/7/1959. PM 86 D 86; E 88; FC 88. Newton, 86- 90; Maben, 89-91; Magee, 91-96; UM Min. with Children & Famities, 96-97; Jackson, Galloway, Associate, 97-2001; East Jackson District, 01-06; Hattiesburg: Main Street, 06-. PO Box 1009 , Hattiesburg, MS 39403. (601) 582-5557/(601) 264-5133 [email protected] The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 53

Hughley, Walter Camp (Janis C): (RE) (WA) 10/28/1943. Retired . 9431 Attala Road 3033 , Kosciusko, MS 39090. /(662) 290-6830 [email protected] Humphrey, John David Jr (): (RE) (WA) 11/22/1941. Retired. 303 Smith St , Tupelo, MS 38801. / Humphries, Joseph T (Matty): (RE) (WA) 11/7/1917. Retired. Presbyterian Village, 2000 East-West Connector, Apt. 214 , Austell, GA 30106. /(777) 819-7214 *Hunter, Lewis Michael (June): (FL) (WA) 2/5/1953. West Point: Christ, 07-10; Carolina, 10- . 40 MTD Drive , Nettleton, MS 38858. (662) 963-7530/(662) 963-7530 [email protected] Hutcherson, Virgil O (Elizabeth): (RE) (WA) 1/27/1936. Retired. 124 Hemlock St , Mocksville, NC 27028. (336) 591-8036/(336) 591-8036 *Hutson, Mary Ruth (): (FE) (WA) 7/27/1955. PE 06; E-09; FM-09. Walnut, 98-08; Glendora, 08- ; Ruleville: First, 08- . 108 S Chester Avenue , Ruleville, MS 38771. (662) 756-4922/(662) 756-2816 [email protected] *Hutto, Warren Patrick (Lauren): (FD) (WA) 2/13/1979. PD-06; FD-09; FC-09. Hattiesburg: Heritage Associate, 06-10; Wesley Fdn USM (Dir), 10- . 223 Delta Dr , Hattiesburg, MS 39402. (601) 261- 3371/(601) 268-9491 [email protected]

Ingram, Cora Ford (Steve): (RE) (AA) 1/3/1947. Retired. 290 S Line Street , Grenada, MS 38901. /(662) 229-9872 [email protected] Ivy, Justin Kyle (Jessica): (PE) (WA) 2/10/1983. PE-07; Corinth: Box Chapel, 04-07; Salem, Friendship, Union Hill, 07-. 1503 State Hwy. 355 , Etta, MS 38627. /(662) 534-9256 [email protected]

Jackson, Calvin Howard (): (RE) (AA) 7/14/1924. Retired. 14269 Rippy Rd , Gulfport, MS 39503. /(228) 863-7776 *Jackson, Carl Ezekiel (Paulette T): (AM) (AA) 12/30/1955. AM-09. Meridian Parish, 99-07; Grenada: Vincent, 07-10; Brandon Bay/St. James, 10- . 135 South 6th Street , McComb, MS 39648. /(601) 250-1737 [email protected] *Jackson, Embra Knox II (Rosia Gean Ousley Jackson): (FE) (AA) 2/5/1953. PM-1985; D-1984; E-1987; FC-1987. Student, Gammon, 82-85; Hampton (N. GA), 84-85; Holmes County Parish, 85-86; Kosciusko, Wesley, 86-89; Starkville, Griffin, 89-92. West Point, St. Paul, 92-96; Jackson, Central, 96- 2001; Metro Ministries, 2001-02; Jackson: Aldersgate, 02-05. Administrative Assistant to Bishop, 05- . P O Box 931 , Jackson, MS 39205. (601) 948-4562/(601) 899-5599 [email protected] *Jackson, George Carradine (Dorothy): (RE) (WA) 8/31/1941. Retired. 9828 Silverwood Drive , Fairhope, AL 36532. /(251) 929-7771 *James, George Richard (Megan): (FE) (WA) 4/21/1982. PE-07, FE-10. Jackson: Christ (Assoc), 07-10; Jackson: St. Luke, 10- . 621 Duling Avenue , Jackson, MS 39216. /(601) 899-1495 *James, Randy G (Faye): (FL) (WA) 10/30/1955. Louin/Read’s Chapel, 98-2001; Hebron (Wayne Cty) / Pleasant Grove, 01. 655 Bee Tree Rd , Richton, MS 39476. (601) 735-3244/ preachermanrj@yahoo. com *Jefferson, Ronald S (Julia S): (PL) (AA) 7/13/1950. Ackerman: Mt. Hermon, 99. 106 Cushman , Starkville, MS 39759. /(662) 323-1218 *Jenkins, Marshall Gilbert (Sandy): (RE) (WA) 8/24/1943. Retired. Independence, 10- . 2917 Pine Ridge Drive , Pearl, MS 39208. (601) 939-1319/(601) 939-5510 [email protected] Jenkins, Robert L (Pat): (RE) (WA) 4/8/1932. Retired. 2105 Rosewood St , Tupelo, MS 38801. (662) 842-5088/(662) 842-5088 [email protected] *Jennings, Thomas Gene Jr. (Rhonda): (FE) (WA) 8/17/1966. PE 05; FC 08; FE 08. Tippah Circuit, 98-2001; Iuka: North, 01-06; Cleveland Charge, 06-08, Spring Ridge, 08- . 1083 Davis Rd , Terry, MS 39170. (601) 372-7058/(601) 372-3312 [email protected] *Johnson, Andrea Kersh (Walter Stephen): (RE) (WA) 7/17/1942. Retired. 106 Bainbridge Lane , Madison, MS 39110. /(662) 436-9131 [email protected] *Johnson, Arthur Louis (): (FE) (AA) 9/30/1959. PM 99, D 99, E 03, FC 03. Tabernacle/Elizabeth, 98-2000; Quitman: Grace, 00-06; Kosiusko: Wesley, 06-09. Paulding, 09- . 689 Hwy 503 , Vossburg, MS 39366. (601) 787-4495/(601) 787-3009 [email protected] *Johnson, Charles Andrew (Kim): (FE) (WA) 9/9/1967. PM-1993; D-1993; FC-1995; E-1995. Bold Springs (N. Georgia Conference), 91-93; Wesson, 93-96; Tylertown, 96-99; Center for Ministry, 99-04; Asbury, 04-07; Gulfport: First, 07-. 2301 15th St , Gulfport, MS 39501. (228) 863-0047/(228) 863-6904 [email protected] 54 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

Johnson, Charles R (Jean E): (RE) (WA) 11/7/1937. Retired. 57 Sequoia Dr , Lake Junaluska, NC 28745. (828) 452-9417/(828) 452-9417 [email protected] Johnson, Kenyun LaCale (): (PL) (AA) 8/2/1975. Mound Bayou: Wesley, 06- ; Barwick, 08- P O Box 116 , Rosedale, MS 38769. /(662) 759-6460 [email protected] *Johnson, Kerry (Linda): (PL) (AA) 9/28/1955. Lake Circuit, 09- . P.O. Box 611 , Decatur, MS 39327. (601) 635-4296/(601) 635-4296 [email protected] Johnson, Reynolds Felton (Bobbie Nell): (RE) (WA) 9/12/1927. Retired 3160 Bethesda Rd , Crystal Springs, MS 39059. (601) 892-1297/(601) 892-1297 *Johnson, Sherry Bryant (): (FD) (AA) 4/19/1950. D-97; FC-97 Bethlehem Center; Center for Ministry, 05. 1706 D J Johnson Rd , Edwards, MS 39066. (601) 974-1436/(601) 852-4354 sherry@ centerforministry.com *Johnson, William Frank (Rita): (RL) (WA) . Retired. Rials Creek, 10- . P.O. Box 176 , Mendenhall, MS 39114. (601) 847-7524/(601) 847-7524 [email protected] *Johnson, William Garner (Barbara): (FE) (WA) 10/1/1946. E 06, FC 06. Free Springs, 97-2001; Courtland 2001-04; Tippah Circuit, 04-10; Kilmichael Parish, 10- . 204 Ridge Road , Kilmichael, MS 39747. (662) 262-7279/(662) 262-7279 [email protected] Jones, Barbara Ann (): (RA) (WA) 7/29/1935. Retired. 414 Hemlock Dr , Lanoka Harbor, NJ 8734. / [email protected] *Jones, Eddie Lee (Merry): (RE) (AA) 6/2/1944. Retired. Starkville: Griffin, 02- . 101 Ames Street , Starkville, MS 39759. (662) 323-1363/(662) 324-1060 [email protected] *Jones, Freeman (Ernestine): (RA) (AA) 1/19/1940. Hattiesburg: Bentley Chapel-St John, 02 2773 CR 8 , Heidelberg, MS 39439. /(601) 787-2273 *Jones, Jimmy David (Rarbara): (PL) (AA) 2/12/1950. Chapel Hill, 6/98-12/98; Philadelphia Parish, 12/98-2001; Enterprise, 2001-04; Scooba Circuit, 04. 1225 Hwy 503 , Vossburg, MS 39366. (601) 727- 7394/(601) 727-7394 [email protected] Jones, Manley W (Mary): (RA) (WA) 6/3/1937. Vossburg, 04. 76 Dogwood Lake Rd , Moselle, MS 39459. /(601) 584-8242 *Jones, Mark Anthony (Claudia Terrissa): (FL) (AA) 3/9/1963. Gautier / St. James (Assoc.), 2000- 2003;; Indianola: Rasberry, 03. 105 Roberts Road , Indianola, MS 38751. (662) 887-2182/(662) 887-1926 [email protected] *Jones, Robert DeWitte Jr (Marjorie): (RE) (WA) 3/28/1932. Retired. White Plains. 4100 Washington Ave , Gulfport, MS 39507. /(228) 863-0730 [email protected] *Jones, Scot (Leigh Ann): (FL) (WA) 5/6/1966. Hattiesburg: Heritage (Assoc), 10- . 305 Lone Tree , Purvis, MS 39475. (601) 261-3371/(601) 325-1472 [email protected] *Jones, Susie Aline (): (FE) (WA) 3/14/1949. -98; D-98. Eudora / Lake Comorant, 96-98; Mt. Pleasant, 98-99; Kilmichael Parish, 99-06; Aberdeen: St. Mark, 06-07; Indianola: Christ/Shaw, 07-08; Concord, 08- ; Enterprise, 08- . P O Box 155 , Enterprise, MS 39330. /(601) 659-0700 [email protected] *Jordan, Terry J (Naomi): (PL) (AA) 1/10/1953. Dudley Chapel, 97-09; Mountain Ridge, 09- . 1773 Shiloh Road , Brandon, MS 39042. (601) 825-5504/(601) 735-4777 [email protected] *Joyner, William Geoffrey (Barbara Sue): (FE) (WA) 8/21/1954. PM-85; D-85; E-88; FC-88. Iliff School of Theology, Denver, CO, 85-86; Sandersville-Glade Charge, 86-10/87; West Laurel-Gitano Charge, 10/87-91. Purvis-Talowah, 91-97; Jackson, Broadmeadow, 97-00; Vicksburg: Crawford Street, 00-09; Tupelo District, 09-10; Brandon: First (senior), 10- . 205 Mary Ann Dr , Brandon, MS 39042. (601) 825-5958/(601) 591-1406 [email protected]

Kates, Robert Lee (): (RE) (WA) 7/13/1925. Retired. 1302 Pascagoula St , Pascagoula, MS 39567. /(228) 762-1270 *Kaufman, Ann Bravender (Jon): (FE) (WA) 11/28/1964. PM-96; D-96; E-98; FC-98. West Point: Christ, 96-98; Meridian: Oakland Heights 98-02; Magnolic–Fernwood 2002-04; Leave-Family, 04-05; Wesley Foundation CoLin CC, 05-06; Brookhaven district Staff, 06-07; Family Leave, 07/01/07- 08; Iuka: West, 08- . 408 W. Quitman , Iuka, MS 38852. /(662) 423-9253 [email protected] *Kaufman, Jon Sheldon (Ann): (FE) (WA) 1/6/1965. PM-96; D,96; E-98; FC-98. Cedar Bluff/Siloam, 96-98; Meridian: Wesley-Concord, 98-02; Felder / McComb: Pearl River, 02-07; Iuka First, 07- . 408 W. Quitman St , Iuka, MS 38852. (662) 423-6097/(662) 423-9253 [email protected] *Keen, Steven Paul (Fawn): (FL) (WA) 7/15/1959. PD-00, D-03, FC-03. Eden/Thornton/Pleasant Hill, 91-92; Eden/Thornton/Pleasant Hill/Yazoo City: First (Assoc), 92-93; Yazoo City: First (Assoc), 93-95; The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 55

Amory: First (Assoc), 97-07; Tupelo District Program Staff, 04- ; Gilmore Memorial FDN, 06- ; Houston North, 09- ; Voluntary Leave (Transitioning to Elder), 7/1/09- . PO Box 444 , Amory, MS 38821. (662) 257-5437/(662) 256-5498 [email protected] *Keeton, Keith Russell (Emily Broome): (FE) (WA) 6/8/1979. E-2007; FC-2007; Batesville: First -05; Belzona: First-Swiftown, 05-08, New Church Start, 08- . 503 Shenandoah Road North , Brandon, MS 39047. (601) 992-2131/ [email protected] *Keller, David C (Peggy): (RA) (WA) 12/10/1949. Retired. 25809 W. Oakridge Drive , Orange Beach, AL 36561. /(228) 218-2885 [email protected] *Kelly, Charles Wesley (Annie Lee): (PL) (AA) 3/26/1949. New Hope 87-93; Chickasaw 93-02; Brooksville Circuit, 04-07; Louisville; Hopewell, 07- . PO Box 559 , Macon, MS 39341. (662) 726- 2101/(662) 726-2101 [email protected] Kelly, Jerry Buchannan (Eunice): (RL) (WA) 4/8/1943. Bethel, 97- . 40 CR 7200 , Booneville, MS 38829. /(662) 728-3873 Kemp, William Vance (Geraldine): (RE) (WA) 3/30/1926. Retired. Ashland. 480 Peyton Rd , Holly Springs, MS 38635. (662) 252-5590/(662) 252-5590 [email protected] *King, Arthur Allen (Alison): (FE) (WA) 8/17/1974. PM-2001. Byrd / Wesley, 2001-04; Prentiss- Santee, 04-06; Brookhaven: Jackson St., 06-10; Boyles Chapel, 10- ; Wayne Haven, 10- ; Winchester, 10- . 5323 Highway 45 North , Waynesboro, MS 39367. (601) 833-2567/(601) 833-2507 revking1@ bellsouth.net *King, Edwin Ralph Jr. (): (RE) (WA) 9/20/1936. UMC School of Hlth Rel Prof. PO Box 55673 , Jackson, MS 39296. (601) 984-6319/(601) 366-5829 [email protected] *King, Irvin C (): (PL) (AA) 3/26/1962. Elizabeth, 00-03; Pleasant Valley, 03-07; Mount Olive: St. James, 07-08; McLain Circuit, 08- . 147 98th Pl Blvd Apt 235 , Hattiesburg, MS 39402. / *King, Jack B (Ilah): (RE) (WA) 12/26/1935. Retired. 212 Crescent Dr , Lake Junaluska, NC 28745. (828) 456-8046/(828) 456-8046 [email protected] *King, Marlin Bennett (): (PL) (AA) 1/17/1949. Carthage, Wesley Chapel (4);; St. James, 00. 5939 Westmore Dr , Jackson, MS 39206. (601) 506-7808/(601) 362-5524 *King, Marvin R Sr (Lillie): (FE) (AA) 11/30/1941. Morris Brown College-TRIO program. 2155 Highpoint Trail , Atlanta, GA 30331. (404) 739-1010/(404) 344-3317 King, Robert H (Sandra): (RE) (WA) 2/2/1935. Retired. 5222 Devon Ave , Castle Rock, CO 80104. / *King, Robert Louis Sr (Ella W): (FL) (AA) 3/31/1939. Holmes County Central Charge, (13): ; Columbiana-Midway, 03. 190 St Marys Church Rd , Goodman, MS 39079. /(662) 472-2676 robertlk- [email protected] *Kinslow, Willie A (Linda): (PL) (AA) 12/30/1949. Wesley Chapel, 00-04; Desoto-Quitman Circuit, 04-09; Tabernacle, 09- . 7820 Melvin Rd , Gilbertown, AL 36908. (601) 323-0814/(251) 843-2797 [email protected] *Kirby, Edwin Close (Martha): (FE) (WA) 12/27/1973. PM-06; E-09; FM-09. Poplar head-Saucier, 06-09; Biloxi: First, 09- . 14220 Highway 67 North , Biloxi, MS 39532. (228) 354-9136/(228) 385-1810 [email protected] Kirby, Martha June (Eddie): (PD) (WA) 10/7/1974. PD-10. Biloxi: First (Coord. Children, Youth, and Family Ministries), 10- . 14220 Highway 67 North , Biloxi, MS 39532. (228) 354-9136/(228) 385-1810 [email protected] *Kirtley, Frank (Linda): (PL) (WA) . Hickory, 06-, 3819 Decatur Conehatta Rd , Decatur, MS 39327. /(601) 635-3174 [email protected] *Kitchens, Ronald Andrew (Amy): (FE) (WA) 5/30/1978. Transfer in as PE, 09. FE-10. Brookhaven: Jackson St., 10- . 1107 North Jackson Street , Brookhaven, MS 39601. /(601) 833-2567 dr.ronkitchens@ hotmail.com Klingenfus, Christopher C (Erin): (PL) (WA) 7/15/1970. Hattiesburg: Main St. (Assoc), 09- . 100 Beverly Dr , Petal, MS 39465. /(601) 543-0592 [email protected] *Knight, Gary Hilton (Janie Giordano): (FE) (WA) 11/6/1948. PM-1971; D-1971; E-1974; FC-1974. Gallman Charge/Student, Millsaps, 68-70; Candler School of Theology, 70-73; Summit, Johnston’s Chapel, 73-76; Florence, 76-77; Jackson, Galloway Memorial, Asso., 77-79; Woodville, 79-82; Jackson, St. Mark’s, 82-88; Ocean Springs, St. Paul, 88-94; District Superintendent, Brookhaven District, 94-99; Pascagoula: First, 99 – 7/1/04; Leave-Voluntary, 7/1/04-07; MS State Hospital (Chaplain), 07- 08. Holly Bush, 08- . 531 Asbury Lane Drive , Pearl, MS 39208. (601) 351-8000/(601) 624-1099 gary.knight@msh. state.ms.us 56 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

*Knight, Paul Ford (): (FE) (WA) 2/9/1960. E-2007; FC-2007;. Weir – Salem – 02-05; Potts Camp, 02-05; Gateway, 05-06; Marion/Pleasant Grove, 06-. P O Box 460 , Marion, MS 39342. (601) 483- 3507/(601) 482-7327 [email protected] *Knighton, Wanda Lou (John Mark Bales): (FE) (WA) 9/21/1960. PM-97; D-97; E-2000; FC-2000. Acona/Black Hawk, 91-98; Redwood/Eagle Lake, 98-2000; Natchez: Lovely Lane & Kingston, 2000-04; Magnolia: First, 04-06; Leakesville, 06-08; Voluntary Leave, 08- . 511 Elizabeth Ave , Hattiesburg, MS 39401. /(601) 394-3363 [email protected] Koon, Milton Glenn (Diane): (PL) (WA) 12/8/1946. Singleton, 02-07; Monteray, 07-08. Fountainhead, 08- . 110 Sunline Drive , Brandon, MS 39042. /(601) 825-7832 [email protected] *Koskie, Clarence Charles (Ann): (RE) (WA) 2/15/1924. Retired. 162 Wheatley Pl , Ridgeland, MS 39157. /(601) 856-9316 [email protected] Kottenbrook, Charles (Jenny Lou): (RE) (WA) 1/29/1936. Suqualena, 99-02; Rose Hill, 02. 3025 Cochiti Street NE , Rio Rancho, NM 87144. / *Kramer, John Marvin (Mary): (FE) (WA) 1/11/1950. PM-88; D-88; E-91; FC-91. Fairview, 88-92; Meridian, Oakland Heights, 92-95; Carthage, First, 95-98; Ellisville: First, 98-2003; Oxford: St Andrews, 03. P O Box 6 , Oxford, MS 38655. (662) 234-2503/(662) 234-9537 [email protected]

*Laird, David Charles Jr (Cynthia): (FE) (WA) 10/27/1953. E-05. Lumberton-Maxie, -05; Pleasant Hill, 05. POB 360 , Olive Branch, MS 38654. (662) 895-2323/(662) 895-6281 [email protected] Lamb, Jimmy Aaron (Charlotte Ann): (PL) (WA) 7/7/1960. Bassfield/Oakdale, 96-97; Pleasant Grove, 97-04; Bethesda-Pleasant Ridge, 04-09; Fayette, 09- . PO Box 229 , Cyrstal Springs, MS 39059. /(601) 892-0309 [email protected] *Lambert, Mickey Trey (Brandi): (FE) (WA) 10/23/1972. E-2007; FC-2007; Kossuth-Pleasant Hill, 05. 189 CR 533 , Corinth, MS 38834. (662) 287-7519/(662) 284-6469 [email protected] Lampkin, Johnnie (William): (RE) (WA) 4/16/1936. Retired. 1112 Nancy Drive , O’Fallon, IL 62269. / [email protected] *Lampkin, Stephen Anderson (Judy): (FL) (WA) 12/29/1952. Lynnville-Mellen, 2000-04; Aberdeen: St. Mark, 04-06; Houston: South, 06-. 200 HWY 47 , Prairie, MS 39756. (662) 456-2110/(662) 456- 2110 Lampkin, William (Johnnie): (RE) (WA) 4/22/1932. Retired. 1112 Nancy Drive , O’Fallon, IL 62269. / [email protected] *Landfair, Ozell Sr (Earnestine D): (FE) (AA) 9/25/1955. PE-08. FE-10. Holmes County West, 87-92; Buffalo/Ethel, 92-97; Holmes County East, 97-99; Winona: Haven, 99-06; Clarksdale: Haven. 06- ;Wesley Fdn. Dir. CCC, 06- . 1101 Barnes Avenue , Clarksdale, MS 38614. (662) 902-7321/(662) 624-6807 [email protected] *Landrum, Charles Joseph (Vicki): (FE) (WA) 6/5/1953. D-1982; E-1985. Student Appointment, Byrd-Wesley Charge, 77-79; Hattiesburg, Main Street, Director Aldersgate Mission, 73-79; Emory University, 79-82; Scooba Binnsville, 82-83; Student, Sam Houston State University, 83; Leakesville, 84-85; Jackson, Trinity, 85-87; Meridian, Andrew Chapel, 87-89. Redbone, 89-94; Carrollton, 94-97; McAdams, 97-98; Acona/Black Hawk, 98-2000; DeKalb Circuit, 2000-2003; Madison, 03-06; Canton: First/Thornton Chapel, 06-. 3301 South Liberty , Canton, MS 39046. (601) 859-4621/(601) 859-4790 [email protected] *Landrum, Vicki Watkins (Joe): (FE) (WA) 7/12/1959. PM-97; D-97; FC-99; E-99. Carrollton Charge, 97-2000; Meridian: Central Assoc., 2000-2003; Jackson: Forest Hill, 03-07; Jackson: Christ (Assoc), 07-. 6000 Old Canton Rd , Jackson, MS 39211. (601) 956-6974/(601) 859-4790 vlandrum@christunitedjxn. org *Larsen, Catherine Parker (Scott Gregory): (FD) (WA) 5/10/1966. Diaconal-96; FD-99. Jackson: Galloway, 94-98; Pearl: First, 99-2001; Mineral Wells, 01. 8900 Centerhill Road , Olive Branch, MS 38654. (662) 895-2208/ [email protected] *Larsen, Scott Gregory (Catherine Parker): (FE) (WA) 12/5/1966. PM-97; D-97; FC-99; E-99. Jackson: Galloway Associate, 97-98; Pearl: First, 98-2001; Mineral Wells, 01. 8900 Centerhill Road , Olive Branch, MS 38654. (662) 895-2208/ [email protected] *Lawrence, Paul Jeffrey (Michelle): (FE) (WA) 12/31/1966. E-2007; FC-2007; New Albany: Bethlehem. 1564 CR 81 , New Albany, MS 38652. (662) 538-7605/(662) 534-2361 [email protected] *Lawson, Anita Wilburn (Joe): (PL) (WA) 8/14/1953. Victoria- Red Banks, 06-. 3016 Greenleaf Road , Coldwater, MS 38618. (662) 838-2371/(662) 233-1358 [email protected] The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 57

*Lawson, Joseph R (Anita): (AM) (WA) 9/8/1948. Winborn Chapel, 90-96; Aberdeen, St. Mark, 96-2001; Johnston Chapel-Bogue Chitto, 01-05, Johnson Chapel, 05-06; Greenleaf-Palestine, 06-. 3016 Greenleaf Road , Coldwater, MS 38618. (662) 233-4080/(662) 233-4080 [email protected] *Lawson, Rickey Ellis Sr. (Patricia A): (PL) (AA) 5/4/1961. Columbus Circuit, 92-2001; Noxubee Circuit, 01. PO Box 994 , Tupelo, MS 38802. (662) 603-4862/(662) 620-2449 lawson8082@bellsouth. net *LeBlanc, Andrew Lee (Sandy): (FD) (WA) . Crossgates (music), 09/01/09- . 68 Perrapin Drive , Brandon, MS 39042. (601) 825-8677/ *LeBlanc, Sandra (): (FD) (WA) . Crossgates (Assoc), 10- . 23 Crossgates Drive , Brandon, MS 39042. (601) 825-8677/ LeCornu, Clifton Mosley (Nancy): (RE) (WA) 4/14/1938. Retired. 5085 Mt Zion Rd , Ferguson, NC 28624. (336) 973-7912/(336) 973-7912 Lee, Benjamin F (Ruth): (RE) (WA) 10/16/1930. Retired. 704 Hillshire Pl , Tupelo, MS 38804. (662) 840-3317/(662) 840-3317 [email protected] Lee, Sam Jr (Annita M. Lee): (RL) (AA) 3/13/1928. Jackson: Harris Memorial-Asbury, 01-07; Asbury/ Kingsley, 07- . 310 Lamar Ave , Yazoo City, MS 39194. /(662) 746-5698 Leffler, Walter A Jr (Jeanette): (RE) (WA) 10/27/1923. Retired. 85 Rudy Leffler Rd , Hattiesburg, MS 39401. /(601) 582-3323 [email protected] *Lemmon, Diane Griffin (Rev William Todd): (FE) (WA) 3/23/1957. PE 05; FC 08; FE 08; Pope, 01- 05; Louisville: Whitehall, 05-09; Carrolton, 09- ; Sidon, 09- . P O Box 145 , Carrollton, MS 0. (662) 237-4267/(662) 237-9764 [email protected] *Lemmon, William Todd (Rev Diane G): (PL) (WA) 3/26/1963. Free Springs(SP), 01-05; Louisville: First (Assoc.)(SP), 05-07; Freeny-Sabastopol (SP), 07-09; Drew(FL), 09- . 101 S Church Street , Drew, MS 38737. (662) 745-8397/(662) 237-9764 [email protected] Leo, Don (Libbie): (RE) (WA) . Retired. 2913 Pimilico Dr , Ocean Springs, MS 39564. /(228) 872- 4817 Leverette, Walter Norman (Jannie): (FE) (AA) 6/27/1950. PM-1973; D-1973; E-1976; FC-1976. Preston Deemer Charge, 10/67-5/68; Centeridge Daleville Charge, 5/68-5/69; Lake Charge & Walnut Grove, 5/69-12/69; Gammon Theological Seminary, M.Div., 9/72-6/75; Matthew UMC, Knoxville, TN, 10/72-5/73; Trinity Parish, Cleveland, TN, 5/73-3/74; Barrow Parish, Griffin, GA, 5/74-5/75; Crystal Springs, New Zion, 5/75-8/76; Navy Chaplain, 76-89; Chaplain Naval Hospital, San Diego, CA, 12/87- 91; US Navy. 706 Sunningdale Dr , Oceanside, CA 92057. (619) 532-6025/(760) 433-8237 Walter. [email protected] *Lewis, Arthur Jr (Rena): (FE) (AA) 10/29/1948. AM-86; D-86; PM-92; E-94; FC-94. Bay St. Louis, Valena C. Jones, 82-88; Forest Charge, 88-96; Biloxi, St. Paul, 96-2000; Paulding, 00-07; Crystal Springs: New Zion, 07- ; Brookhaven District (Ethnic Local Church), 09- . 101 W Piazza , Crystal Springs, MS 39059. (601) 323-7599/(601) 892-2977 [email protected] Lewis, Benjamin Franklin (Sally): (RE) (WA) 8/23/1931. Retired. 3614 Northview Dr , Jackson, MS 39206. (601) 786-3305/(601) 366-7296 Lewis, Donald Duncan (Ruth T): (RE) (WA) 6/15/1938. Retired. Robinsonville, 04. 147 N Parkway , Hernando, MS 38632. (662) 449-5720/(662) 449-5720 [email protected] *Lewis, T W III (Julia): (RE) (WA) 5/27/1931. Retired. 4408 Meadow Ridge Dr , Jackson, MS 39206. /(601) 362-6065 [email protected] *Lightsey, Max (Jean): (FL) (WA) . Wiggins: Bond, 05-07; Tanners Chapel, 07-08. Leakesville, 08- . 1812 Paulding Road , Leakesville, MS 39451. (601) 394-5114/(228) 396-1744 maxnewspirit@cableone. net Lilly, Sale Trice Jr (Evelyn): (RE) (WA) 9/25/1930. Retired. 1023 Pat Luckett Rd , Canton, MS 39046. (601) 859-4656/(601) 859-4656 *Lindley, William Giles (Lisa): (FE) (WA) 6/17/1957. PM-1981; D-1981; E-1984; FC-1984. Duke Divinity School, 81-82; Philadelphia, First, Associate, 82-84; Laurel, Kingston, 84-88; Biloxi, Heritage, 88-94; Ellisville, 94-98; New Albany: First, 98-06; East Jackson District, 06- ; Starkville District, 01/01/10- . 860 E. River Place Suite 101, Jackson, MS 39202. (601) 944-0776/(601) 957-3868 glindley@bellsouth. net Lindsey-Williams, Linda (): (PL) (AA) . Jackson: Anderson (Assoc), 10- . 610 Oak Park Circle , Pearl, MS 39208. (601) 664-5260/(601) 932-3767 [email protected] 58 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

Linton, Louis Paul (Barbara L): (RE) (WA) 10/3/1927. Retired. McCool, 02. 1080 Burney Rd , Ackerman, MS 39735. (662) 285-3946/(662) 285-3946 Lips, Howard Jr (): (RP) (WA) 6/11/1944. Retired. , , 0. / *Lips, Howard Thomas Sr (): (RE) (WA) 11/26/1920. Retired. 3261 Highway 49 North , Collins, MS 39428. / *Lips, Michael Edwin (Earline N): (FE) (WA) 11/11/1946. PE-2001. E 06, FC 06. Ovett-Mt. Olive, 94-96; Pleasant Grove – Winchester, 96-99; Tilton,99 -2001; Salem-Friendship-Union Hill, 2001-2003; Hamilton, 03-08; Seminary/Oakdale, 08- . PO Box 168 , Seminary, MS 39479. (601) 722-4650/(601) 722-3378 [email protected] Little, Bruce David (Jeannie): (RE) (WA) 11/11/1940. Retired. 1061 Ashport Rd , Jackson, TN 38305. /(731) 660-6201 [email protected] *Little, Carol Lynette (Jon): (FE) (WA) 4/15/1960. PM-1988; D-1988; E-1990; FC-1990. Associate, Meridian East End-Wesley/Director, Inner City Coopera-tive Parish, 87-89; Union-Mt. Zion-Mars Hill, 89-91. Corinth, First Associate, 91-93; Lula-Friars Point-Coahoma, 93-96; Bovina-Edwards, 96-05; Petal, 05-07; Florence: Marvin, 07-. 211 N Church St , Florence, MS 39073. (601) 845-7524/(601) 845-7720 [email protected] *Little, Maggie (): (PL) (AA) . West Point: St. Paul, 08/01/01- . P. O. Box 80061 , Starkville, MS 39759. /(662) 615-9611 [email protected] *Liu, Gerald Chien (): (FE) (As A) 5/12/1978. PE-06. FE-10. Vanderbuilt Nashville, 07- . 2932 Primrose Circle , Nashville, TN 37212. /(615) 983-0065 [email protected] *Lobasso, Michael (): (FE) (WA) 6/24/1951. PM-1987; D-1987; E-1989; FC-1989. Student, Candler, 84-87; Vicksburg, Crawford Street, 87-90. Clinton, St. John’s, 90-93; Chapel Of The Cross-Baylis Chapel, 93-96; Leland/ Shaw, 96-2001; Rolling Fork / Goodman Mem., 2001-; Vaiden Charge -; Crenshaw / Sledge, 2003. 10235 Amanda Drive , Olive Branch, MS 38654. (901) 382-9292/(662) 890-4477 chap- [email protected] *Lobin, Stanley Charles (): (FL) (WA) 3/22/1956. Independence, 04-08; D’Lo-Bethany, 08-09; Freeny- Sabastopol, 09-10; Ellison/Pickens, 10- . 221 Village Cove , Pearl, MS 39208. /(601) 267-3935 stanlobin@ att.net *Locke, Cecil Eric (Brenda): (FL) (WA) . Shipman-Winborn Chapel, 08- . 455 Winborn Chapel Road , Lucedale, MS 39452. (601) 947-4362/(601) 947-4362 [email protected] *Lockett, James Jr (Mae Katherine): (RL) (AA) 4/3/1942. Retired. Box 906 , Hazlehurst, MS 39083. (601) 894-2787/(601) 894-2787 Loflin, Jack Milton (Jo): (RE) (WA) 7/10/1934. Retired. PO Box 67 , Star, MS 39167. /(601) 845-3543 [email protected] *Lofton, Joe C (): (RE) (WA) 7/31/1941. Retired. Sageville, 06-07; Heidelberg/Vossburg, 07. P O Box 180 , Heidelberg, MS 39439. (601) 787-3902/(601) 787-3157 [email protected] *Lofton, Toby Eugene (Regina Ann): (FE) (WA) 12/18/1967. E 06, FC 06. Collinsvile, 98-2003; Jackson: Broadmeadow,03-05; Poplarville, 05-08, National Guard (Chaplain), 08- . 204 W. Larkin Smith Street , Poplarville, MS 39470. (910) 907-5442/(601) 260-0130 [email protected] *Long, Jesse F III (Rhonda): (PE) (WA) 10/5/1965. PE-10. McLaurin, 96-2000; Coker’s Chapel, 2000- .04; Winchester, 04-10; Clara, 04- ; Buckatunna, 10- ; Providence, 10- . PO Box 30 , Clara, MS 39324. /(601) 735-0034 [email protected] *Lord, Gerald Douglas (Joan McCarty): (FE) (WA) 8/5/1944. PM-1973; D-1973; E-1978; FC,1978. Candler, Emory,73-77; ABLC to Candler School of Theology, 78-92; Exec Commission on Colleges. Assoc. General Secretary (GBHEM), 10- . 2126 Kodiak Drive NE , Atlanta, GA 30345. (404) 679- 4501/(404) 636-6373 [email protected] Lovett, Lionel Fitzgerald (Ruby): (FE) (AA) 7/3/1962. PM-92; D-92; FC-95; E-95. Cleveland, St. Marks, 88-89; Abbyville, 89-94; Yazoo City, St. Stephens, 94-2001; Hattiesburg: St. Paul 2001-04; Greenwood: Wesley / GWD Dist, 04-07; Jackson: Middlebrook, 07-10; MS Conf. (Dir. Ethnic Local Churches), 07- ; John Wesley-Walden Chapel, 10/16/09- ; Wesley Fdn. Holmes CC, 10- . 245 Bain Street , Durant, MS 39063. (662) 897-0581/(662) 653-0588 [email protected] *Lowe, Franklin Cordell (Sara): (RL) (WA) 12/27/1934. Pittsboro, -04; Mathiston, 04. 396 CR 39 , Houston, MS 38851. (662) 456-3678/(662) 456-3968 *Lowery, David L (Joy): (FE) (WA) 4/28/1955. PM-97; D-97; FE-2001. Potts Camp, 96-2000; Williamsburg / Lone Star, 2000-04; Picayune: First, 04-10; Boonville: First, 10- . PO Box 235 , Booneville, MS 38829. (662) 728-5773/(662) 728-4673 [email protected] The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 59

*Lowry, William T (Barbara): (RE) (WA) 6/4/1930. Retired. PO Box 726 , Lake Junaluska, NC 28745. (704) 456-8505/(828) 456-8505 [email protected] *Luckett, Paul Edward (): (FE) (AA) 2/28/1952. PM-1983; D-1985; E-1988; FC-1988. Craig-Cary Charge, 74-75; Bridgeville Circuit, 75-77; Brookhaven, Oak Grove-St. Paul, 77-78; Canton, Little Zion & Jackson, Harris Memorial, 78-80; Carthage, Wesley Chapel & Greenwood UMC, 80-81; Gammon Theological Seminary, 83-86; Clinton Circuit, 81-91; Clinton: St. Paul-Blessed Trinity, 91. PO Box 11564 , Jackson, MS 39283. (601) 922-2534/(601) 906-8965 *Ludlam, Pat W (Jennifer F): (FE) (WA) 2/29/1948. OT-1971; D-1971; E-1974; FC-1974. Hickory Flat, 69-73; Pickens, First, 73-77; Clarksdale, First, Associ-ate, 77-78; Ruleville-Doddsville, 78-84; Corinth, Christ, 84-86; Southaven, First, 86-90. Amory, First, 90-02;; Hattiesburg: Main Street, 02-06; Batesville: First, 06-. PO Box 797 , Batesville, MS 38606. (662) 563-4534/(661) 563-3888 [email protected] *Luke, Charles Rayner (Cyndi): (PL) (WA) 4/6/1954. Neshoba, Northwest (13): 3493 McDonald Rd , Preston, MS 39354. /(601) 677-2347 [email protected] LuQuire, Russell Callen Jr (Kay): (RE) (WA) 11/8/1933. Retired. Scooba-Binnsville, 07-08. Suspended, 10/27/09-12/15/09. 5326 10th Pl , Meridian, MS 39305. (601) 934-4263/(601) 479-7986 *Lynch, Ellis (): (RL) (AA) 12/6/1940. Retired. Barlow Circuit, 01/01/10- . PO Box 955 , Hazlehurst, MS 39083. (601) 894-4010/(601) 894-4010

*Magee, Ethel Hill (N.C.): (PL) (AA) . Magnolia: St. James, 07- . 709 Royal Street , Columbia, MS 39429. /(601) 736-4920 [email protected] *Magee, Frenchye Dionne (): (PE) (AA) 9/30/1966. PE-10. Rust College Chaplain, 10- . 515 Hwy 7 North Apt. 6, Holly Springs, MS 0. (662) 252-8094/ [email protected] *Maki, John Anthon (Nell Virginia): (FE) (WA) 1/22/1942. PM-1985; D-1985; E-1989; FC- 1989. Seminary, Oral Roberts University, 83-86; Cedar Lake/New Fayard, 87-90. Pachuta, 90-92. Durant West, 92-95; Americus Parish, 95-2000; Greenleaf-Palestine, 2000-2003; Big Point-Red Hill, 03-07; Tilton, 07- , PO Box 402 , Tylertown, MS 39667. (601) 587-4400/(601) 876-3451 [email protected] *Maki, Nellie Virginia (John Anthon): (FE) (WA) 8/20/1947. PM-1985; D-1985; E-1989; FC-1989. Seminary, Oral Roberts University, 83-86; East End/Epworth, 87-90. Stonewall, 90-92. Pickens, 92-95; Americus Parish, 95-2000; Coldwater-Arkabutla, 2000-2003; Hurley, 03-07; Tylertown, 07-, P. O. Box 267 , Tylertown, MS 39667. (601) 876-3623/(601) 876-3451 [email protected] *Male, Barry Lee Jr (Sara): (FE) (WA) 8/19/1968. PM-98-D-98; E-2000; FC-2000. Batesville: Assoc., 94-2001; Jackson: Christ, Assoc., 2001-04; Magee: First, 04-09; New Albany: First, 09- . P O Box 156 , New Albany, MS 38652. (662) 534-2206/(662) 534-4032 [email protected] *Malone, Charlotte (): (PL) (AA) . Quitman: Grace, 08- . 551 Sweet Gum Bottom Rd , Meridian, MS 39301. /(601) 693-1817 [email protected] *Malone, David (Earlene): (PL) (AA) 5/21/1967. Louisville: Piney Grove, 05-; Louisville: Maple Springs, 06-. 1278 Greenland Rd , Starkville, MS 39759. (662) 648-7425/(662) 324-7736 david. [email protected] *Manning, W Z (): (RL) (WA) 9/15/1938. Retired. Clara Charge, 92-97; Mount Zion-Fairfield, 97- 05; Hattiesburg: Grandview, 05-08; Hebron, 08- . PO Box 363 , Ellisville, MS 39437. (601) 422-8287/ [email protected] *Manning, William Harold (Teresa): (FE) (WA) 7/25/1947. PM-03, E-06, FC-06. Barton, 2000-04; Bakers Chapel, 04-05; Friendship-Hardin’s Chapel, 05-09; Utica/Carpenter, 09- . P O Box 308 , Utica, MS 39175. (601) 885-6152/ [email protected] *Marshall, Jack Wesley (Kellie Ann): (FL) (WA) 1/2/1948. Chapel Hill, 08- ; Grenada: Grace-Gore Springs, 08- . PO Box 121 , Carrollton, MS 38917. (662) 310-0005/(662) 233-5518 [email protected] Martin, Alphanette B (Napoleon): (RE) (AA) 9/7/1940. Retired. 6405 Springridge Rd , Raymond, MS 39154. /(601) 373-1320 *Martin, Altus Lamar (Hilda): (RE) (WA) 11/2/1927. Retired. 98 Sunline Dr. , Brandon, MS 39042. /(601) 825-3893 *Martin, Murray Glenn (Patricia Ann): (RE) (WA) 8/4/1935. Retired. 2638 Perry Road , Grenada, MS 38901. /(662) 229-0835 [email protected] Martino, Eugene (Rebecca): (FE) (WA) 4/29/1959. PM-83. D-83. E-87. FC-87. St. Paul School of Theology, Kansas City, MO, 85. Cokers Chapel, 85-87; East End, 87-89; Collins, 89-92; McLaurin, 92-93; Biloxi: Beauvoir, 93-97; Sabbatical, 97-98; Leave of Absence, 98-01; North TX Conf, 01-02; Central TX 60 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

Conf., 02-03; Voluntary Leave, 03-09. TN Conf, 09- . 2544 Pleasant Grove Road , Westmoreland, TN 37186. /(615) 644-4921 [email protected] *Mason, Elbrist (Stella Mae): (FE) (AA) 6/6/1956. E 06, FC 06. Clinton: St. Paul/Blessed Trinity Associate, 96-97; Vicksburg: Wesley, 97-01; Oxford: Burns / Hammitt Hill, 01-04; Clarksdale: Haven / WF CCC, 04-06; Brandon: Trinity, 06-. 1216 Woodfield Drive , Jackson, MS 39211. (601) 825- 5563/(601) 991-9928 [email protected] *Mason, Keith Tyrone (): (PL) (AA) 3/22/1955. Holly Springs: Asbury-Taulor’s Chapel, 07- . POB 21 , Holly Springs, MS 38635. /(662) 252-5161 [email protected] *Massingill, Walter Lamar (Joyce): (FE) (WA) 9/12/1954. PM-1985; D-1985; E-1988; FC-1988. Gulfport, Ramsay Memorial, 85-88; Port Gibson, 88-99; Richland, 99-; Leave of Absence; Tylertown, 03-05; Richton-Sand Hill, 05. PO Box 515 , Richton, MS 39476. (601) 788-6709/(601) 788-9647 [email protected] *Matheny, James Williams (Kristen Williams): (RE) (WA) 10/5/1955. Retired. 639 Arrowhead Drive , Jackson, MS 39206. / [email protected] *Matheny, Kristen Williams (James): (FE) (WA) 12/21/1973. PM-98; D,98. Buckatunna / State Line, 99-2001; Gulfport: Trinity, 2001-2003; University of Mississippi, 03-08 : Inspirations Outpatient Counceling Ctr., 07-09; Thresholds Counceling and Consulting, 09- . 1801 Crane Ridge Drive, Suite A , Jackson, MS 39216. (601) 573-8642/ [email protected] *Matthews, William Earl (Alice Leguay): (FE) (WA) 9/23/1946. PM-1991; D-1991; FC-1995; E-1995. Biloxi, Epworth, 91-97; White Plains 95-98; Diector, Seashore Mission, 91-97; White Plains 95-98; Cedar Lake, 97-08; Picayune: Trinity, 08- . 3021 Woods Road , Picayune, MS 39466. (601) 799-4567/ [email protected] *Maugh, Robert Lawrence Jr (Celeste): (FE) (WA) 8/5/1949. PM-2001; FE 2004. Picayune: Trinity, 2001-02; Vancleave-Mt Pleasant, 02-07; Aberdeen: First, 07-10; Tunica: First, 10- . POB 624 , Tunica, MS 38676. (662) 363-2137/(662) 363-2078 [email protected] *Maxwell, Britton Hoover Jr (Terry): (RA) (WA) 9/27/1938. Retired-08. Mt. Olivett/Satartia/Wesley Chapel, 09- . 103 Bridgehollow Road , Canton, MS 39046. /(601) 856-3140 [email protected] *May, Chancellor Pope (Mallory): (PE) (WA) 6/15/1978. PE-10. Yazoo City: St. John’s, 05-08; Noxapator, 08- . P O Box 282 , Noxapater, MS 39396. (662) 724-2461/(662) 724-4812 igrad05@yahoo. com *May, Joe Willie (Suzette Donner): (FE) (AA) 6/8/1952. OT-1976; E-1979; FC-1979. Student, Candler, 75-77; Lexington, 77-78; Kosciusko, Wesley, 78-79; CCOM Staff, 80-86; District Superintendent, Cleveland District, 86-92. Meridian, St. Paul-Haven Chapel, 92-95; Adm. Asst ./ Dir. Ministerial Ser., 95-02; Jackson: Anderson, 02- . 120 Kristen Court , Jackson, MS 39211. (601) 982-3997/(601) 977-0035 [email protected] *May, Lannis Lee (): (FE) (WA) 9/26/1953. PM-95; D-95; FC-97; E-97. Pleasant Hill, 95-2000; DeKalb- Union, 00-05; Anguilla-Grace, 05-08; Antioch, 08-10; Boyles Chapel, 08-10; Independence-Hebron, 10- . 232 Sycamore Rd , Coldwater, MS 38618. (662) 233-2407/(662) 233-0339 [email protected] *May, Lewis Douglas (Gloria Jean): (RL) (WA) 4/20/1943. Retired. Meridian: Bonita, 03- . 641 Bonita Dr , Meridian, MS 39303. (601) 693-0555/(601) 679-7237 [email protected] *Mayfield, Wilfred Thomas (): (FE) (AA) 7/3/1941. PM-97; D-97; E,02 New Albany: Mallalieu-St Mary, 88. 634 Swaney Rd , Holly Springs, MS 38635. / *McAlilly, Christopher Thomas (Millie): (PE) (WA) 2/3/1983. PE-10. Shannon, 10- . PO BOX 1 , Shannon, MS 38868. (662) 767-3317/(662) 767-3721 [email protected] *McAlilly, Roy D (Lorene): (RE) (WA) 12/14/1929. Retired. 2800 W Main St, 301-B , Tupelo, MS 38801. /(662) 620-6430 [email protected] *McAlilly, William T (Lynn Barkley): (FE) (WA) 6/8/1956. OT-1979; D-1979; E-1982; FC-1982. Student, Candler, 78-81; New Albany, First, Associate, 81-84; Lambert, 84-86; Getwell Road, 86-90. Philadelphia, First, 90-94; Madison, St. Matthews, 94-2000; Tupelo: First, 00-06; Seashore District, 06-. P. O. Box 6586 , Gulfport, MS 39506. (228) 604-2300/(228) 867-1577 [email protected] *McAnally, Earl G (Marilyn): (FE) (WA) 12/16/1953. E 0, FC 0. Belden-2003; St. Mark, Aberdeen 2003-04; Golden Chapel-Old Bethel, 04-06; Tishamingo Charge-Dennis, 06-10; 1/2 time, 07-10; Myrtle/ Ebenezer, 10- . P O Box 326 , Belmont, MS 38827. /(662) 988-2237 [email protected] *McCain, Donald Ray (Joan): (FE) (WA) 1/8/1947. PM-81; D-81; E-85; FC-85. Student, MTS, 80-83; Lee Acres, 82-85; Grenada, Grace, 85-92. Deployed Staff, 90-92; Ackerman, 92-96; Charleston/Tippo, The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 61

96-00; Tupelo: Wesley, 00-05; Leave-Incapacity, 05- . 615 7th St South , Amory, MS 38821. (662) 256- 7702/(662) 256-7702 [email protected] *McCaleb, Karie Sue McCarty (Reed): (PD) (WA) . PD-09. Natchez: Jefferson (Assoc), 09- . 814 Hwy 61 N , Natchez, MS 39120. /(601) 897-0762 [email protected] McCaleb, Roy Reed Jr. (Karie Sue): (PE) (WA) . PE-09. Washington-Church Hill, 09- . 814 Highway 61 North , Natchez, MS 39120. /(859) 333-2313 [email protected] McCallister, Thomas Bertrand (Mary Louise): (RE) (WA) 5/28/1941. Retired. 607 Westfield Drive , Winona, MS 38967. /(662) 222-2258 [email protected] *McCaskill, Brenda Ann (Jeffery): (PE) (AA) 3/6/1957. PE-09. Jackson: Pratt Memorial, 10- . 504 Woodson Drive , Jackson, MS 39206. (601) 352-5685/(601) 362-6423 [email protected] *McCay, John Marion III (): (FE) (WA) 7/8/1975. PM-2000; FE-2003. Bond, 94-98; Bond 99-2000; Shipman / Winborn Chapel, 2000-02; Gateway, 02-04; Picayune: Trinity, 04-08; Gulfport:Hansboro, 08- . 2333 Demaret Drive , Gulfport, MS 39507. (228) 896-7264/ [email protected] #McCord, Billy Q (Ann): (RE) (WA) 3/30/1940. PO Box 337 , Bruce, MS 38915. (662) 983- 2213/(662) 983-2213 billymc@tycom McCormick, James R (Patricia): (RE) (WA) 1/17/1936. Retired. 10471 Big Canoe , Jasper, GA 30143. (706) 268-1710/(706) 268-1710 [email protected] *McCormick, Martin Luther Jr (Tommie Lee): (RE) (WA) 6/15/1922. Retired. 8308 Pine Cone Dr , Gautier, MS 39553. /(228) 497-5246 [email protected] *McCoy, David Henry (Brenda): (PE) (AA) 6/18/1950. PE-08. Oktibbeha-Clay Parish, -05; Louisville: Wesley, 05-09; Kosciusko:Wesley, 09- . 703 Valley Road , Kosciusko, MS 39090. (662) 289-5027/(662) 289-3317 [email protected] *McCoy, Robert Milton (Reba): (RA) (WA) 11/3/1945. Retired . Baldwin: First-Asbury (Assoc), 08- . 319 Johnson Ln , Baldwyn, MS 38824. /(662) 213-6400 [email protected] *McDaniel, Phillip Murray (Kim): (PL) (WA) 3/3/1973. Kosiusko Circuit, 09- . 14398 Highway 43 N. , Kosciusko, MS 39090. /(662) 289-8137 McDonald, Granville Mitchell (Flora P): (FE) (WA) 8/5/1948. PM (Readmitted) 83; D 71; E 87; FC 87. Rosehill Circuit, Summer,70; Meridian, Pleasant Hill-Spring Hill, 70-71; Duncan-Alligator Charge, 71-1/74; Harrisville Charge, 74-76; St. Paul School of Theology & Centerview UMC, MO, 76-12/77; DeKalb, 79-82; Emory Course of Study & Clinton, St. John’s, 82-84; Vicksburg, Redbone, 84-89; Anguilla, 89-95; Southaven, 95-97; Quitman, First-Shubuta, 97-2003; Raymond-Learned / WF HCC, 03-07; Greenwood: St. John’s/Itta Bena: First, 07-09; Meridian: Druid Hills-Lost Gap, 09- . 4005 23rd Avenue , Meridian, MS 39305. (601) 483-2234/(601) 483-5996 [email protected] *McDonald, Mary Cecele (Sammy): (PL) (WA) 7/26/1945. Glade, 99-07; Ovett, 07- . PO Box 146 , Stringer, MS 39481. /(601) 425-3224 [email protected] McDonald, Raymond Anthony (Cindy): (FE) (WA) 3/22/1962. E-2007; FC-2007; Wayne Haven, 99- 05; Spring Ridge, 05-08; Purvis-Tallowah, 08-3/1/10; Incapacity Leave, 3/1/10-6/21/10; Monticello, 10- . 512 Brookhaven Street , Monticello, MS 39654. (601) 587-2987/(601) 587-2350 [email protected] *McDonald, Robert Paul (Clemmie Jo): (FE) (WA) 6/29/1957. PM-89; D-89; E-94; FC-94. Coker’s Chapel, 80-81; Druid Hills, 81-82; Stonewall Wall, 82-84; Spring Ridge, 84-87; Pascagoula, First, Associate, 87-89; Meridian, Fifth Street, 89-91; Saucier, 91-93; Ruleville, 93-95; Fletcher’s Chapel, 95- 99; Bruce, 99-2001; Meridian: Bonita – Hickory – 2003; Columbus: Central, 03-06; Waynesboro: First, 06-10; Pelahatchie: First-Guide, 10- . 107 Church Street , Pelahatchie, MS 39145. / pelahatchiemetho@ bellsouth.net McDonald, Steven Charles (Clarisse): (RE) (WA) 11/9/1952. PM-1975; D-1975; E-1980; FC-1980. S.M.U., Perkins School of Theology, 75-76; Intern, Jackson, St. Luke’s, 76-77; Perkins/ S.M.U., 77- 79; Buckatunna-State Line Charge, 79-83; Director, Wayne Co. Parish, 80-83; Petal-Batson Charge, 83-88; Columbia, First, 88-92. Corinth, First, 92-98; Brandon: First, 98-04; Greenwood District, 04-07; Meridian: Central, 07-3/1/08, Voluntary Leave, 3/1/08-6/8/08; MS State Hospital, 08- . 570 Broadwalk Blvd , Ridgeland, MS 39157. /(601) 853-1492 [email protected] *McDougald, James Ronald (Lynette): (FE) (WA) 11/18/1952. PM-1985; D-1985; E-1988; FC-1988. McCool, 77-81; Grenada, First, Associate, 81-83; Student, Candler, 83-85; Lula, N. Georgia, 83-85; Columbus, Saint Stephen, 85-89; Indianola, Christ, 89-91. Ocean Springs, Wesley, 91-94; Starkville, Aldersgate, 94-2003; Caledonia / Trinity Place, 03. , , . (662) 327-6716/ [email protected] 62 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

*McGill, Bobby (Melinda): (FE) (AA) 2/18/1949. E 06, FC 06. D-in Associate Membership-02 Bay St. Louis: Valena C. Jones-Holmes Chapel, 1996. 615 Cowart Holliday Rd , Poplarville, MS 39470. (601) 467-9629/(601) 795-3153 [email protected] *McGill, Charles Kenneth (): (PL) (WA) 3/5/1942. Hopewell-Indian Springs, -06; Tishamingo Charge: Boggs Chapel-Salem-Paradise, 06-07; Pleasant Hill, 07- . 2100 Jacinto Rd , Booneville, MS 38829. (662) 728-4200/(662) 728-4200 [email protected] *McGill, Charles Kenneth II (): (PL) (WA) 5/12/1970. Lynville-Mellen. 5025 Zero Rd , Meridian, MS 39301. (601) 482-3376/(601) 485-2419 [email protected] *McGough, Oscar Marion (Jackie): (FL) (WA) . Crossgates, 04-10; Voluntary Leave (Transitioning to Elder), 7/1/09- ; Diamondhead, 10- . 5305 Noma Drive , Diamondhead, MS 39525. (228) 255- 6888/(228) 255-5838 [email protected] *McGraw, Robert Allen (Sheranne): (PL) (WA) 5/19/1970. Courtland Charge, 08- . POB 47 , Courtland, MS 38620. (662) 934-0749/(662) 563-7018 [email protected] *McGrew, Matthew (Crista Nichole): (PL) (WA) 3/23/1972. Eudora, 00-02; Greenwood Springs, 02- 04; Longtown Charge, 04-09; Algoma, 09- . 1185 Algoma Road , Pontotoc, MS 38863. (662) 489-7198/ [email protected] *McGrew, Roger Farrell (Sue): (RE) (WA) 2/10/1944. Retired. 101 CR 97 , Houston, MS 38851. /(662) 456-2019 [email protected] *McGrew, Sue Crowder (Roger): (FL) (WA) 9/24/1945. Picayune: First Associate, 97-2000; Clinton: St. Johns, 00-06. Aberdeen: St. Mark, 07- 101 CR 97 , Houston, MS 38851. (662) 369-8314/(662) 456- 2019 [email protected] *McIntosh, David Alexander (Rosemary): (RE) (WA) 9/16/1927. Retired. 5047 Sunnyvale Dr , Jackson, MS 39211. /(601) 957-0729 *McIntosh, Maurice Anthony (Gloria): (PL) (AA) 2/19/1959. Nettleton: Palestine, 09- . 30067 Wren Cemetery Road , Aberdeen, MS 39730. (662) 489-1021/(662) 256-5561 [email protected] *McKinney, Gloria Hogan (): (FE) (AA) 10/6/1951. PM-98, D-98, FE-03. Pontotoc Parish, 98-05; Picayune Circuit, 05-09; Weems Chapel, 09-10; Tupelo: St Paul, 10- . 30488 Old Highway 41 , Okolona, MS 38801. /(662) 256-4516 [email protected] *McLean, Anne (): (PL) (AA) 2/21/1947. icayune Circuit Associate, 06-07; Mount Olive: St. James, 08- . 1022 Sandra Dr , Laurel, MS 39440. (601) 426-9626/(601) 426-9626 *McNair, Emma L (): (RE) (AA) 3/11/1935. Retired. 153 Dace Town Rd , Ellisville, MS 39437. /(601) 477-2049 *McNair, Mark Jason (Nancy): (FE) (WA) 5/6/1966. PE-00. FE-03. Vardaman / Baylis Chapel, 97-98; Panola Charge, 98-01; Cooper’s Chapel 01-03; Friendship-Harden’s Chapel / WF ICC, 03-05; Cockrum- Lewisburg, Wesley Foundation NWCC, 05-09; Family Leave, 09- . 101 Senter Street , Byhalia, MS 38611. / [email protected] *McRaney, Len Edward (Patricia): (FE) (WA) 11/15/1958. PE-07; FE-10. Stonewall, 97-04; Cleveland, 04-10; Natchez: Lovely Lane-Kingston, 10- ; Brookhaven District (Staff), 10-. 1277 Horseshoe Drive , Natchez, MS 39120. (601) 442-2218/(601) 442-4725 [email protected] McRaney, Sam W (Carolyn L): (RE) (WA) 8/29/1931. Retired. PO Box 603 , Prentiss, MS 39474. /(601) 792-4837 [email protected] *McRee, James Foch (): (RE) (AA) 3/15/1919. Retired. Pleasant Valley, 07-. 157 S Meridian Ave , Laurel, MS 39440. /(601) 428-8207 *McShepard, Selber Mae (Everett): (FE) (AA) . PE 05; FC 08; FE 08; Jackson: Pratt Memorial, 05-10; Abbeville Charge, 10- . P O Box 2553 , Oxford, MS 39655. / [email protected] *Meador, John Charles Jr (Katie): (FE) (WA) 11/19/1973. Madison Associate, 2000-2003; Student, Asbury, Beeson Pastoral Ministry Program 2003-04; Madison Area New Ch Dev, 04-06: Ridgeland: First, 06—08, Jackson: Christ (Assoc), 08- . 216 Walnut Street , Ridgeland, MS 39157. (601) 956-6974/(601) 853-9071 [email protected] *Meadows, David William (Gloria): (AM) (WA) 4/17/1953. AM-97; Wiggins, New Zion, 90-91; 93; Carrollton, 93-94; Lynville/Mellen, 94-96; Lake Charge, 96-98; Meridian: Fifth St./Lost Gap, 98-02; Meridian: Druid Hills-Lost Gap, 02-09; Independence-Hebron, 09-10; Prentiss-Santee, 10- . POB 1755 , Prentiss, MS 0. (601) 792-4956/(601) 792-4966 [email protected] *Messner, Philip Karl (): (PD) (WA) . PD-09. Madison: Parkway Hills (Music), 09- . P O Box 1721 , Madison, MS 39130. (601) 856-2733/(601) 941-5355 [email protected] The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 63

*Michael, Sukumari Samuel (Anand): (RE) (Ot) 2/25/1939. Retired. 672 Randall Circle , Pearl, MS 39208. /(601) 939-7265 *Millender, Frank Ray (): (RE) (WA) 7/4/1938. Retired. PO Box 865 , Aberdeen, MS 39730. /(662) 447-0200 [email protected] Miller, Claudell D (Georgia A): (RE) (WA) 4/17/1925. Holly Springs: Asbury-Calvin-Taylors. 145 Owens Dr , Holly Springs, MS 38635. (662) 252-4330/(662) 252-4330 *Miller, Elizabeth A (Tommy): (FL) (WA) 8/1/1952. Monterey, 00-07; Cary: Goodman Memorial, 07- ;Rolling Fork, 07- . 160 S. First St. , Rolling Fork, MS 39159. (662) 873-4226/(662) 873-8363 ainsmil@ earthlink.net *Miller, Hillman Barlow Jr (Virginia): (FE) (WA) 7/13/1948. E 06, FC 06. Jackson, Van Winkle, Associate, 96-97; Harrisville, 97-99; Harrisville-Rexford, 2000-2003; Tilton, 03-05; Lumberton-Maxie, 05-09; Americus Parish: Crossroads-Refuge, 09-10; Okalona: First, 10- . 108 S. McDonnell , Okolona, MS 38860. /(662) 447-0200 [email protected] *Miller, Leon (Donna): (PL) (AA) 6/27/1960. Louisville Circuit/Piney Grove, 97-04; Buffalo-Ethel, 04. PO Box 12 , Weir, MS 39772. /(662) 547-6258 [email protected] Miller, Robert Glenn Jr (Jan): (PL) (WA) 7/24/1956. Macon Circuit. PO Box 445 , Columbus, MS 39703. (662) 328-4751/(662) 328-1491 [email protected] *Miller, Thomas Coy (Darla): (PL) (WA) 4/5/1964. Cooks Chapel, 02-; Mars Hill, 06-. 16941 Hwy 21 N , Preston, MS 39354. (601) 389-6069/(601) 416-5586 [email protected] Miller, Thomas Emory (Debby): (FD) (WA) 9/12/1955. D-97; FC-97. Vicksburg: Hawkins Associate & Good Shepherd Center, 98-; Good Shepherd Center, 98. PO Box 8115 , Vicksburg, MS 39181. (601) 636-7687/(601) 634-6145 [email protected] *Mills, Leslie F (Celia): (RE) (WA) 2/7/1931. Retired. 10370 Hwy 14 W , Louisville, MS 39339. (662) 773-4159/(662) 773-4159 [email protected] *Milner, James David (Clydia Yvonne): (RA) (WA) 6/14/1935. AM-92. Lena, 82-84; Freeny, 84-89; Jackson, Boling Street, 89-95; Anguilla-Grace, 95-05; Benton-Midway, 05-07; Jackson: Forest Hill (Assoc), 07- . 107 Linwood Dr , Brandon, MS 39042. (601) 372-6438/(601) 824-9012 jmilner888@aol. com *Milo-Moultrie, Paula Vanessa (): (PD) (AA) . PD-09. Trnsitional Leave, 10- . 607 Hogan Avenue , Waveland, MS 39576. /(228) 469-0429 [email protected] *Milsted, Willaim Neve (Rachel): (PL) (WA) . Fayard Chapel, 07- . 1251 Fort Avenue , Ocean Springs, MS 39564. (228) 217-0373/(228) 217-0373 [email protected] *Minor, Rochelle (): (PL) (AA) . Starkville: Griffin (Assoc), 06- . 2203 New Light Rd , Starkville, MS 39759. (662) 323-1363/(662) 320-9421 [email protected] *Miskelly, Elizabeth Vowell (Rocky): (FE) (WA) 9/14/1976. E 06, FC 06. Florence: Marvin, 03-05; Tupelo: First, 05. PO Box 854 , Tupelo, MS 38802. (662) 690-8100/(662) 842-4429 rmiskelly@fumctupelo.com Miskelly, William H (Elizabeth Raigan): (FE) (WA) 1/14/1961. PM-89; D-89; E-92; FC-92. Oxford, Christ 82-83; Leland-Arcola Associate 85-87, Student, Candler School of Theology (Decatur First Associate) 87-90; Vicksburg, Crawford Street Associate 90-92; Collins, 92-96; Hattiesburg, Heritage, 96-98; Cargill Associates, 98-10; Family Leave, 10- . 5108 Coonewah Trail , Tupelo, MS 38801. /(662) 842-4429 *Mitchell, Doyle Ray (Marie): (RE) (WA) 2/5/1942. Retired. McCool, 07- 8479 Attala Rd 5205 , Ethel, MS 39067. /(662) 674-5862 [email protected] *Mitchell, Elijah (Miriam C): (AM) (AA) 4/21/1947. AM-09. St. Rock 03-06; Seashore Mission, 04-07; Biloxi:Beauvoir (Assoc), 07-08; Wiggins: H.A. Brown, 08- . 200 N. Azalea Drive , Wiggins, MS 39577. (601) 928-9606/(228) 234-2814 [email protected] *Mitchell, Thomas Jerry (Frankie): (RE) (WA) 10/17/1940. Retired. Singleton, 09- . 694 Hazelton Dr , Madison, MS 39110. /(601) 605-1080 [email protected] *Moffat, Warren Curtis (): (RE) (WA) 10/12/1935. Retired. 41 Peppermill Drive , Madison, MS 39110. /(601) 605-6291 [email protected] *Montgomery, William Howard (Michelle): (FL) (WA) 1/14/1971. Vardaman, -05; Thaxton-Ecru, 05. 10426 Hwy 336 , Thaxton, MS 38871. (662) 488-8178/(662) 488-8178 [email protected] Moore, Dale Edward (Stephanie): (PL) (WA) . Meridian: Oak Grove, 03. 12447 Quitman Meridian Hwy , Meridian, MS 39301. (601) 485-3270/(601) 485-3270 [email protected] 64 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

Moore, Doyle Levoy (Betty G): (RE) (WA) 6/25/1933. Retired. 10300 Hwy 427 , Philadelphia, MS 39350. /(601) 656-8588 Moore, Harrell J (Vicki): (PL) (WA) 10/6/1962. Leakesville, 00-04; Lucedale: First assoc., 04-06; Lucedale: Grace, 06-08, Lucedale: Grace/Tanners Chapel, 08- . 2130 Ward Pineview Road , Lucedale, MS 39452. (601) 766-0730/(601) 947-1806 [email protected] *Moore, Jesse (): (RE) (WA) 10/22/1934. Retired. 597 Malone Rd , Hernando, MS 38632. /(662) 429-6031 *Moore, John Clark (Nancy): (FE) (WA) 1/29/1951. OT-1975; D-1975; E-1978; FC-1978. Schlater, 71-73; Columbus, First, Associate, 73-74; Student, Candler, 74-76; Senatobia, First, Associate, 77-80; Oxford University, Associate, 80-82; Inverness-lsola, 82-85; Inverness-Caile-lsola, 85-86; Cleveland, St. Luke-Shipman’s Chapel, 86-89; Greenville, Trinity, 89-96; Clarksdale, First, 96-99; Senatobia District Superintendent, 99-2003; Mississippi Conference, 03-06; Crossgates, 06-. 23 Crossgates Blvd , Brandon, MS 39042. (601) 825-8677/(601) 933-4589 [email protected] *Moore, Noah Lee (Delilah): (RE) (AA) 2/2/1952. PM 81; D 81; E 83; FC 83; Retired 09. Morton Circuit - Christian Banner, 09- ; Pelahatchie Little Zion, 09- . PO Box 13954 , Jackson, MS 39236. (601) 982-8624/(601) 832-2556 *Morris, James Lamar Sr (Lavetta): (FL) (AA) 12/27/1951. Carthage-Wesley-Greenwood Chapel, 93- 96; Brookhaven, Kynett, 96-98; Meridian: St. Elizabeth-St. Mark, 98-02; Pelahatchie: Little Zion, 02-09; Louisville:Wesley, 09- . 101 Birmingham Street , Louisville, MS 39339. /(662) 773-6153 jmorris113@ hotmail.com Morris, Joe Edward (Sandra): (RE) (WA) 11/9/1942. Retired. 2506 Savery Dr , Tupelo, MS 38804. (662) 844-3065/(662) 844-8026 [email protected] Morris, Joseph Higgins Jr (Nan): (RE) (AA) 1/2/1927. Retired. 8024 Gleason Dr., Apt. 112 , Knoxville, TN 37919. /(865) 690-3550 *Morris, Samuel O (Judy Lane): (FE) (WA) 12/19/1944. OT-1967 (Miss. Conf.); FC-1970. Meridian, 34th Ave., St. Andrews, 62-63; Hillsboro, 63-64; Philadelphia Ct., 64-66; (Local Supply); Alta Woods, Assoc., 70-73; Corinth, First, Assoc. (N. Miss.), 73-77; Shreveport, First; Assoc. (LA Conf.), 77-79; Starkville, First, Assoc. (North Miss.), 79-82; Leland, 82-86; Clarksdale, First, 86-89; Executive Director, United Methodist Hour of Mississippi, 89-95; Jackson, Galloway, 95-02; Columbus: First, 02. PO Box 32 , Columbus, MS 39703. (662) 328-5252/(662) 245-1463 [email protected] Morrison, Charles A Sr. (): (RE) (WA) 10/15/1944. Retired. 11443 Old Hwy 49 , Gulfport, MS 39503. /(228) 831-1812 *Moses, Edward Charles Sr (): (FE) (AA) 8/14/1953. PM-1984; D-1984; E-1987; FC- 1987. Memphis Theological Seminary, 83-85; Mt. Sinai Charge, 83-85; New Zion Charge, 85-92; Conference Staff, 92-2000; Biloxi: St. Paul-Gulfport: Mt. Pleasant, 00-07; Holly Springs: Asbury – Holly Springs: Asbury- Calvins Chapel, 07- . 156 Weaver Drive , Holly Springs, MS 38635. (662) 252-1766/(662) 252-3051 e.st. [email protected] *Mote, Carol Lynn Bowman (W Ansel): (FE) (WA) 1/23/1962. PE 05; FC 08; FE 08; New Hope- Sweetwater, 05. 2320 Hwy 550 NW , Brookhaven, MS 39601. (601) 833-9561/(601) 833-2870 *Murden, Robert Elver (Kristy): (FE) (WA) 2/18/1972. PE 05; FC 08; FE 08; Gulfport: First (Assoc), 05-07; Vancleave – Mt. Pleasant, 07- . 13624 Highway 57 , Vancleave, MS 39565. (228) 826-5968/(228) 826-4603 [email protected] *Murphy, Lendal Joyce (): (RA) (WA) 11/5/1938. Retired. 7869 Attala Rd 2247 , Ethel, MS 39067. (662) 674-5782/(662) 674-5782 *Murray, Anthony J (Margie): (PE) (AA) 4/13/1954. PE-08. Mount Olive: St. James, 04-06; Pleasant Valley, 07-08; Philadelphia Parish, 08- . 236 Water Ave , Philadelphia, MS 39350. (601) 270-2807/(601) 656-9437 [email protected] *Myers, Walter Raymond (Janice): (PL) (WA) 10/23/1947. Rice’s Chapel-Early Grove, 05. 6218 Chickasaw Dr , Olive Branch, MS 38654. (901) 433-7558/(662) 895-3263 [email protected]

Nabors, Leonard Leslie Jr (Joy): (RE) (WA) 9/8/1933. Retired. 907 Poplar Ave , New Albany, MS 38652. (662) 534-2926/(662) 534-2926 [email protected] *Napier, Bennie Kay (Wayne): (PE) (WA) 1/10/1954. PE-10, Long Beach: Christ, 10- . 4344 Popps Ferry Rd. , D’Iberville, MS 39532. (662) 279-0483/(228) 392-4273 [email protected] *Napier, Jesse Wayne (Bennie): (FE) (WA) 12/8/1955. E 05. Buckatanna-State Line, 95-99; W. N. Carolina Conf. Haw River Charge (SP), 99-03; Iuka: West, 03-08; Baldwin: First-Asbury, 08-10; The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 65

Biloxi: Heritage, 10- . 4322 Popps Ferry Road , d’Iberville, MS 39540. (228) 392-4288/(228) 392-4273 [email protected] *Napier, Samuel O (Linda Kaye): (PL) (WA) 2/23/1947. Hickory Grove. 577 Union Church Rd , Seminary, MS 39479. /(601) 722-9665 [email protected] *Navarrette, Jorge Eduardo (Delores): (FL) (HA) . Forrest: Trinity Mission Church, 1/1/10- . 541 Asbury Lane , Pearl, MS 39208. /(601) 936-6976 [email protected] Nelson, Benjamin Charles (Lilla Ruth): (RE) (AA) 9/28/1939. Retired. PO Box 333 , Becker, MS 38825. /(662) 257-6464 [email protected] *Newell, Frank Michael (): (PE) (WA) 3/18/1983. PE-09. Fulton: First Associate/ Wesley Fdn. ICC, 06-08; Tupelo: Cornerstone, 08-09; Stringer - Old Bay Springs, 09- . PO BOX 95 , Stringer, MS 39481. (601) 428-4112/(601) 428-4112 [email protected] *Newsome, Burnell Sr. (Gloria): (RL) (AA) 4/13/1938. Retired. PO Box 268 , Hazlehurst, MS 39083. (601) 946-5277/(601) 894-1363 [email protected] *Newton, David Lamar (Ruth Amanda): (FE) (WA) 7/18/1963. PM-1988; D-1990; E-1992; FC-1992. Student, Candler School of Theology, 87-90. Pope, 90-93; Biloxi, Leggett, 93-98; Minor Memorial, 98- 2001; Clarksdale: St. Pauls, 01-06; Diamondhead, 06-10; Ocean Springs: Wesley, 10- . 8900 Old Spanish Trail , Ocean Springs, MS 39564. (228) 875-8900/(228) 216-6567 [email protected] Newton, Don E (Patricia): (PL) (WA) 11/26/1957. Lowry Circuit Associate, 97-2000; Wheeler- Meadow Creek, 2000-02; Itta Bena: First-Sidon, 02-05; Potts Camp, 05. 109 Bethel Rd , Blue Mountain, MS 38610. (662) 224-8357/(662) 224-8357 *Nicholson, Charles Warren Sr (Dimple): (RE) (WA) 10/3/1936. Retired. 300 Crescent Dr , Lake Junaluska, NC 28745. /(828) 452-7728 [email protected] *Nicholson, Lonnie Sr. (Doris): (RL) (AA) 9/10/1941. Retired. 2114 8th Ave , Meridian, MS 39301. (601) 485-5058/(601) 485-5058 *Norrells, Jerry Donnell (Eleanor): (PL) (AA) 7/31/1964. Liberty Circuit, 99-2001; Barlow Circuit, 01- 06; New Bethel/Oak Grove, 06-10; St. Paul (Roxie), 10- . 101 Hamilton Drive , Hazlehurst, MS 39083. (601) 894-0422/(601) 894-0422 *Norris, Edward C (Barbara): (FE) (WA) 4/6/1951. OT-1975; D-1975; E-1978; FC-1978. Student, 75- 77; Winston Parish, Flower Ridge, 77-82; Byhalia, 82-84; Mineral Wells, 84-86; Oxford, South (part yr.), 86; Robinsonville, 86-88; Lewisburg, 88-91; Eudora-Lake Cormorant / Meth Hosp Memphis, 91. 3835 Misty Oaks Ln , Nesbit, MS 38651. /(901) 490-3718 [email protected] Norris, Jerry Lane (): (RE) (AA) . PM-1984; D-1984; E-1986; FC-1986. Gammon Seminary, 82- 84; Columbia, Lampton New Zion, 84-86; Pascagoula, St. Mark-St. Stephens, 86-87; Yazoo City, St. Stephens, 87-89; Greenwood, Wesley 89-92. Picayune Circuit, 92-95; St. Paul, 95-96; CPE, Methodist Hospital, Memphis, 96-99; Staff Chaplain, 99-04; Leave-Voluntary, 2/27/04- . 900 SCR Rd 124 , Raleigh, MS 39153. /(601) 789-5633

*Ormon, Jimmy Vaughn (Chellie Thomas): (RE) (WA) 10/30/1941. Retired. 1623 Windward Bluff , Starkville, MS 39759. /(662) 324-8996 [email protected] *Owen, Billy Norman (Renelda): (FE) (WA) 12/13/1955. PM-90; D-90; E-94; FC-94. Carolina, 88-92; Bethlehem, 92-97; Meridian, New Covenant, 97-98; Decatur, 98-2003; Cleveland: First / Merigold, 03. PO Box 130 , Cleveland, MS 38732. (662) 843-3414/(662) 843-2921 [email protected] Owen, Dorothy Dale (): (FE) (WA) 10/6/1946. PM-1974; D-1974; E-1980; FC-1980. Candler School of Theology, 74-77; Wesley Foundation, 77-78; Emory Univ. Affiliated Hospitals, Inc., 78-82; William S. Hale Psychiatric Institute, 82-87; Duke University Medical Center, 87-90; St. Joseph Hospital, 90. 1360 Land O Lakes Dr , Roswell, GA 30075. / [email protected] *Owen, Frank LaRue (Marie): (FE) (WA) 3/29/1946. PM-1976; D-1976; E-1979-FC-1979. Candler School of Theology, 9/75-77; Hattiesburg, Larger Parish, 77-78; Jackson, Broadmeadow, 78-86; Millsaps College, Director of Church Relations, 87-91. Director of Health and Welfare, Methodist Medical Center, Jackson, 91-99; Madison: St. Matthew’s, 99-07; MS UM Fdn. (Dir of Development), 07- . P.O. Box 2415 , Ridgeland, MS 39158. (601) 948-8845/(601) 981-6962 [email protected] *Owen, George Randolph (Linda): (FE) (WA) 11/6/1949. PM 72; D 72; E 75; FC 75. Asbury Theological Seminary, 72-74; Crossgates-Flowood, 74-1/75; Brandon, Crossgates, 75-76; Jackson, Aldersgate, 76-1/81; Pass Christian, First, 1/81-83; Collinsville, 83-88; Gulfport, Ramsay Memorial, 88- 94; Mt. Olive/Mize, 94-97; Booneville, Christ/Lebanon, 97-2000; Winona: Moore-New Hope, 2000-04; 66 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

Como-Wesley Chapel, 04-09; Greenfield, 09- : Puckett, 09- . POB 272 , Puckett, MS 39151. (601) 591- 5570/(601) 825-3766 [email protected] *Owen, Kenneth R (Donna): (FL) (WA) 7/12/1961. Oak Grove, 2000-2003; Desoto, Quitman:First- Shubuta 03-07; Meridian: College Park, 07-. 6020 Old 8th St Rd , Meridian, MS 39307. (601) 485- 5262/(601) 485-8505 [email protected] #Owens, Cyrus Ray (Jeannie): (FE) (WA) 2/16/1954. PM-1992; D-1992; FC-1995; E-1995. Rice Chapel/Early Grove, 88-90; Courtland, 90-93; Salem/Friendship/Union Hill Charge, 93-97; Coldwater/ Arkabutla, 97-00; Hinds Chapel-Horn Lake, 00. PO Box 274 , Horn Lake, MS 38637. (662) 781- 9357/(662) 781-1571 [email protected] *Owens, Steven Grant (Diane): (PE) (AA) 9/24/1963. PE-08. Pontotoc Parish-05-08; Snowtown, 05- 08; Okalona: Mount Pisgah, 08-10; Weems Chapel, 10- . 204 N. Jackson Avenue , Picayune, MS 39466. (601) 798-5447/(601) 799-2709 [email protected]

Pace, Thomas L (Carolyn LaFaye): (RE) (WA) 12/16/1939. Jackson: Leavell Woods. 1420 Ashley Rd , Brandon, MS 39042. (601) 372-3647/(601) 591-0773 *Palmer, Deborah M (Carl): (FE) (AA) 3/1/1956. PM-1989; D-1989; FC-1994; E-1994. Beauregard, 89; St. Mary’s, 89-90; Mount Sinai, 90; Leave of Absence, 90-91; Mount Sinai, 91-92; Vincent, 92-93; Jackson, Pratt, 93-97; Family Leave, 97-04; Oxford: Burns-Hammit Hill, 04. P O Box 2115 , Oxford, MS 38655. (662) 234-2943/(662) 236-5988 [email protected] *Parker, Ethel (Robert): (PL) (AA) . Crawford: Wrights Chapel, 07- . PO Box 463 , Houston, MS 38851. (662) 456-5477/(662) 456-3438 [email protected] *Parker, Helen Kimberly (): (FD) (WA) 5/8/1970. AM 99. Corinth: First Associate, 95-98; Starkville: First, 99-06; Jackson: Galloway Associate Youth, 06-. 7427 Old Canton Road , Madison, MS 39110. (601) 856-9581/(601) 665-4646 [email protected] *Parks, Glenn Russell (Mary Jean): (PL) (AA) 9/25/1947. New Chapel-Big Hill. 30041 Central Grove Rd , Nettleton, MS 38858. (662) 256-9289/(662) 256-9289 [email protected] *Parvin, Allison Stacey (Dr. Bob): (FE) (WA) 11/2/1968. PE-07; FE-10. Starkville First Associate, 06-09; Louisville: Whitehall, 09- . 5890 Hwy. 14 West , Louisville, MS 39339. (662) 773-6400/(662) 773-5393 [email protected] *Patrick, Larry Glynn (Betty Sue): (FE) (WA) 9/8/1949. Richland, 01-06; Pascagoula: First, 06-07; Forest/Harperville, 07-. 100 Timber Lane , Forest, MS 39074. (601) 469-2604/(601) 469-2867 larry@ forest umc.org *Patterson, Donald Leslie (Terri D): (FE) (WA) 5/20/1958. PM-84 (Western Pennsylvania Conference); D-6-14-84; E-6-18-91; FC-6-17-91. Trinity-Asbury, LLP (W. PA.), 1979; Mahaffey, LLP (W.PA.), 80-81; Asbury Theological Seminary, 81-85; Shippenville, (W. PA.), 85-87; MSU, PHD., 87- 90; West Louisville, 88-90; 1990, Transfer conference membership to MS. from W.PA.; Bellefontaine/ Wood College, 90-91; Meridian Central, Associate, 91-94; Corinth, Christ, 94-98; Florence: Marvin, 98-05; Laurel: First, 05-08; Kosciusko: First, 08- . P. O. Box 1293 , Kosciusko, MS 39090. (662) 289- 1412/(662) 289-1464 [email protected] Payne, Nathan Joseph (Dinah): (FE) (AA) 9/5/1950. Atlanta Regional Hospital. PO Box 871021 , Stone Mountain, GA 30087. (678) 570-3579/(770) 922-1921 *Pearson, Andrew Nelson (Sally): (FE) (WA) 4/18/1955. PE 05; FC 08; FE 08; Macon: First, 04-07; Columbus: Wesley, 07-10; Columbus: New Hope, 08-10; Reformed Theological Seminary (student), 10- . 822 Pine Circle , Starkville, MS 39759. (662) 251-9010/(662) 251-9010 [email protected] *Peden, Robert H. (): (FD) (WA) 9/18/1952. Meridian: Central, 97. PO Box 1706 , Meridian, MS 39302. (601) 693-1521/(601) 485-3716 *Penick, Catherine Tindal (Ray): (PL) (WA) . Whole Man Ministries, 09- . P. O. Box 335 , Macon, MS 39341. (662) 476-5046/(662) 726-5284 [email protected] Pennington, William Arthur Jr (Jackie Strickland): (RE) (WA) 3/11/1937. Retired. 707 Tenth Ave , Cleveland, MS 38732. (662) 843-8139/(662) 843-8139 *Pepper, John Douglas (Laura): (FE) (WA) 5/11/1958. P-1984; D-1985; E-1987-FC-1987. Student, MTS, 82-84; Bellefountaine; Panola / Appvd Evang, 93. 35916 Hwy 315 , Batesville, MS 38606. / pep- [email protected] *Pepper, John Wesley (Johanna): (PL) (WA) 4/7/1984. Cedar Bluff-Siloam, 07-09; Longtown Charge, 09- . 218 Porter Street , Senatobia, MS 38668. (662) 562-0915/(662) 209-6495 wesleypepper@yahoo. com The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 67

Perez-Bonilla, Carlos (Santee): (FE) (HA) . Leave-Incapacity, 01/01-04- . 3006 Cypress Ave , Cleveland, OH 44109. (216) 661-9716/ Perrine, Marilyn C (Ken): (RE) (WA) 1/4/1944. Retired. 12 Stratford Place , Gulfport, MS 39503. /(228) 897-1612 *Perry, Billy James (Della): (FL) (AA) 3/17/1943. Shuqualak/Asbury, 97-2001, Mt. Piscah,Okilona 2001-2003; Nettleton: Pleasant Grove, 03-06; Okalona: Mt. Pisgah, 06-08, Snowtown, 08-10; Nettleton: Pleasant Grove, 10- . 128 Jan St , Tupelo, MS 38801. (662) 447-5735/(662) 566-5508 revperry85@ yahoo.com *Petermann, James Owen (Sally Ann): (FL) (WA) 1/9/1957. Oxford: Christ/Cambridge, 98-04; Leave- Military, 04-05; Oxford: Christ-Cambridge, 05-10; Lafayette Central Parish, 10- . 125 CR 213 , Oxford, MS 38655. /(601) 262-5357 [email protected] *Peters, Mark Anthony (Brenda): (PL) (AA) . Sweetwater, 10- . 964 Shirley Drive , Picayune, MS 39466. (601) 463-0249/(601) 889-5907 [email protected] *Peyton, Llewellyn Corneal (Dorothy): (PL) (AA) 6/25/1949. Dudley Chapel, 09- . PO Box 501 , Bay Springs, MS 39422. (601) 764-4746/(601) 764-3207 [email protected] *Pharis, Matthew Leo Larry (Charlotte): (FE) (WA) 6/23/1977. PE 05; FC 08; FE 08. Oxford: East, 98- 01; Student, 2001-04; Hollandale, 04-07; Greenville: Hope Ministries (Co-pastor)/ Greenville: Revels (Co-pastor), 07-. 404 Manilla Street , Greenville, MS 38701. (662) 335-6863/(662) 931-3440 pharis1@ bellsouth.net *Phillips, Claude D (Roxie): (RL) (AA) 11/9/1923. Lumberton Circuit. 294 Phillips Rd , Lucedale, MS 39452. /(601) 947-4365 [email protected] *Phillips, Patrick Leon (Alice): (FE) (AA) 1/29/1944. PM 86; D-85; E-90-FC-90. East Jackson, Greer Chapel 82-83; Student, Gammon 83-86; Forest, Lynch Chapel 86-88; Columbia Valley Charge 88-92; Ripley, St. Paul, 92-94; Corinth, Moses Chapel/Mt. Moriah, 94-99; Greenwood: Wesley, 99-01; Biloxi: Heritage, 01-03; Jackson: Central, 03-06; Holly Springs: Asbury, 06-07; Incapacity Leave, 07- . 658 Ferncliff Drive , Jackson, MS 39211. /(601) 899-1692 [email protected] *Pickering, Larry L. (Brenda): (PL) (WA) 7/21/1957. Wiggins: Bond, 07-10; Byrd-Wesley, 10- . 572 Big Four Road , Wiggins, MS 39577. (601) 928-7277/(601) 928-7588 [email protected] Pigott, Wilton D (Arva): (RE) (WA) 10/6/1932. Daleville. 6221 16th Ave , Meridian, MS 39305. (601) 482-6221/(601) 482-6221 Pilate, Joe (Betty): (RE) (AA) . Retired. 2002 35th Ave , Gulfport, MS 39501. /(228) 863-8473 Pittman, Gregory (): (FE) (WA) 5/22/1959. PM-96; D-96; E-98; FC-98. Forest, First Associate, 95-98; Sandy Hook/Hopewell, 98-02 Leave-Voluntary, 6/2/02-10, Adans, 10- . 2201Brumfield Rd SW , Summit, MS 39666. /(601) 567-2315 [email protected] *Pittman, Robert E (Augustine R.): (FE) (AA) 7/24/1949. PM-1994; D-1994; FC-1997; E-1997; Lumberton Circuit (LP), 08/01/80-12/31/82; Lumberton Circuit (SLP), 01/01/82-12/31/83; Lumberton Circuit (PTL), 01/01/84-06/15/84; Wesley Chapel (PTL), 84-85; Wesley Chapel (SLP), 85-88; Wiggins Circuit (SLP), 88-93; Lucedale: St. James (SLP), 93-94; Lampton New Zion, 94-03; New Zion, Senior Pastor, 03-07; Brookhaven District (Staff), 03-07; Moss Point: St. Paul, 07-. 3724 Davis Street , Moss Point, MS 39563. (228) 475-0814/(228) 475-0814 [email protected] Pittman, Warren Eugene (): (RE) (WA) 9/23/1921. Retired. Wesley Meadows 1325 McIngvale Rd, Apt 305, Hernando, MS 38632. /(662) 429-2098 *Pitts, Rachel Evelyn (): (FE) (AA) 6/20/1946. PE 05; FC 08; FE 08; Clark’s Chapel, Wesley Foundation MDCC, 03-05; Yazoo City: St. Stephens, 05-07; Vicksburg: Lynch Chapel, 07- . PO Box 965 , Indianola, MS 38751. (662) 746-2878/(662) 887-6547 [email protected] *Polk, Charles Sessions (Rebecca Crews): (RE) (WA) 11/28/1941. Retired. Hebron, 07-. 136 Serene Hills , Hattiesburg, MS 0. /(601) 336-5680 [email protected] *Pollock, Bennie Arthur (Calli Mae): (RL) (AA) 1/1/1935. Preston-Deemer, 00. 2704 Chilsolm Harbor Rd , Collinsville, MS 39325. (601) 743-2519/(601) 743-2519 *Poole, Bobby (Juanita): (PL) (WA) 2/10/1955. Roxie, 03- . PO Box 282 , Meadville, MS 39653. (601) 384-6455/(601) 384-6455 [email protected] *Poole, Harrell Booth (Mary Nell): (RE) (WA) 7/16/1930. Retired. Andrew Chapel, 00- . 466 Tower Rd , Pelahatchie, MS 39145. /(601) 546-2935 [email protected] Poole, William Jennings (Sara Nell): (RE) (WA) 3/10/1928. Retired. PO Box 463 , Bude, MS 39630. (601) 384-6074/(601) 384-4791 68 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

*Poole, Willis Ray (Carolyn Ann): (FE) (WA) 4/17/1945. PM-80; D-82; E-84; FC-84. Asbury Theological Seminary, 80-83; Roberts Chapel UMC, Nicholasville, KY, 81-83; Summit, Johnston Chapel, 83-91. McLaurin Heights, 91-97; Southaven/First, 97-97; Macon, 97-2001; Lucedale: First, 01- 09; Yazoo City: First, 09- . PO Box 444 , Yazoo City, MS 39194. (662) 746-7648/(662) 746-8102 brobill@ bellsouth.net *Pope, Kelly Eugene (Sherrell Gennet): (RE) (WA) 3/16/1947. Retired. Freeny-Sabastapool, 10- . 104 Meadow Pointe Cove , Brandon, MS 39042. /(601) 591-1406 *Porter, Frank E Jr (Emily): (FL) (WA) 3/6/1973. Jackson: St. Mark’s (Youth), 07- . 218 Holmar Dr , Brandon, MS 39047. (601) 992-9554/(601) 829-0923 [email protected] *Porter, James Lauren (Beverly): (FE) (WA) 6/20/1947. PM-92; D-92; E-94; FC-94 Jackson: Christ, 92-07; Hattiesburg: Heritage (Assoc), 07-10; Wesley Biblical Sem (Pres), 10- . PO Box 9938 , Jackson, MS 39286. (601) 366-8880/ [email protected] *Porter, Lauren J (): (FE) (WA) 1/17/1973. Redwood-Eagle Lake, 01-05; Utica-Carpenter, 05. 320 Briarwood Dr , Jackson, MS 39206. (601) 956-4035/(601) 957-1881 [email protected] Porter, Walt Leroy (Karen): (RE) (WA) . Retired. Artesia – New Hope, 07- . 1009 Park Circle Dr. , Columbus, MS 39701. (662) 244-5552/(662) 328-5224 [email protected] *Potter, Thomas Lee (Shannon Hausner): (FE) (WA) 12/2/1963. PM 1987; D 1989; E 1992; FC 1992. Corinth, First Associate 89-91; Webb-Sumner-Glendora, 91-95; Ben-ton/Midway, 95-99; Friendship- Harden’s Chapel, 99-2003; Ripley: First-Blue Mountain, 03-07; Save Harbor, 07-. 12000 Highway 63 , Moss Point, MS 39562. (228) 475-4833/(228) 588-3607 [email protected] *Pounders, Tony Dale (Angie): (FE) (WA) 9/10/1964. PM-96; D-96; E-98; FC-98. North Pontotoc Charge, 94-96; Wren/Tranquil/Grady’s Chapel, 96-2000; Iuka: West, 2000-2003; Corinth: Gaines Chapel, 03. 1803 Hwy 72 West , Corinth, MS 38834. (662) 287-1218/(662) 287-7774 pounder7@ bellsouth.net *Powell, Kerry Lee (Jennifer): (PE) (WA) 12/29/1969. PE-06; Algoma, 00-06; Ingomar-Mt. Zion, 06- 10; Carolina-Pisgah, 10- . 2001 Ninth St. , Booneville, MS 38829. / [email protected] *Powell, Steven (Yvonne): (PL) (WA) 6/14/1957. East Prentiss Parish, 04-10; Walnut, 10- . 131 CR 3331 , Booneville, MS 38829. / [email protected] *Prather, Timothy Thomas (Cheryl Lassiter): (FE) (WA) 7/30/1974. E-2007; FC-2007; Tupelo: First (Assoc), 04-08; Avon-Glen Owen, 08- . PO Box 127 , Avon, MS 38723. /(662) 822-0881 revtim- [email protected] *Presley, Gavin Lance (Paige): (PE) (WA) 8/21/1978. PE-07; Carolina, 08-10; Nugent, 10- . 13183 John Clark Road , Gulfport, MS 39503. (228) 832-6145/ [email protected] *Preston, Daniel (Patricia): (PL) (AA) 4/24/1954. New Fork/Thirkield. 97-08; Pleasant Valley-Zion Ridge, 08- . 13 Thelma Ln , Columbia, MS 39429. (601) 736-5917/(601) 736-5917 Prewitt, Maston Levi (China Ray): (RE) (WA) 1/5/1925. Retired. 443 Adams , Eupora, MS 39744. /(662) 258-2734 *Price, David S (Nena): (RE) (WA) 7/25/1946. Retired. 21 Blueberry Ln , Purvis, MS 39475. /(601) 467-0474 [email protected] Price, James S (Betty): (RE) (WA) 1/17/1933. Retired. 120 Harden’s Chapel Rd , Fulton, MS 38843. (662) 862-5777/(662) 862-5777 [email protected] *Price, Kathy (): (FL) (WA) . Rose Hill, 07-10/16/09; Belzona: First, 10/16/09- . 208 Central Street , Belzoni, MS 39038. (662) 247-3612/(662) 247-2711 [email protected] *Price, Thomas Douglas (Helvi): (RE) (WA) 9/5/1932. Retired. 217 Eastside Ln , Brandon, MS 39047. /(601) 992-9002 [email protected] Price, Tommie Eugene (Amaryllis): (RE) (WA) 7/12/1934. Retired. 12213 Millstream Dr , Bowie, MD 20715. /(301) 464-8449 *Pridmore, John Eric (Lisa): (FE) (WA) 4/24/1971. PM-96. D-96. FM-04. FE-04. Cary: Goodman Memorial / Rolling Fork / Vicksburg: Clarks Chapel, 02-04; Bolton memorial, Hinds Community College, 04- . PO Box 87 , Bolton, MS 39041. (601) 857-3303/(601) 866-2268 *Pridmore, Lisa Ann (John Eric): (FE) (WA) 4/22/1971. Transfer from NJ Conf, 02. Cary: Goodman Memorial / Rolling Fork / Vicksburg: Clarks Chapel, 02-04; Bolton Memorial, 04- . PO Box 87 , Bolton, MS 39041. (601) 866-9102/(601) 866-2268 [email protected] *Prince, Gilbert Hamilton (Pamela): (FE) (WA) 10/18/1943. PM-1991; D-1991; FC-1995; E-1995. Big Point, 84-89; Harnett Cokesburg (North Carolina Conference), 89-92; Student, 92-93; Marion, 93-98; The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 69

Flora / Bentonia, 98-2001; Mendenhall, 01-06; Andrew Chapel, 06-. 8498 Club Drive , Lauderdale, MS 39335. (601) 681-8583/(601) 632-9463 [email protected] *Pritchard, Veronica Kay (David): (FL) (WA) 4/18/1959. Greedwood: St. John’s – Minister of Children/Youth, 08- . 1001 Grand Boulevard , Greenwood, MS 38930. (662) 453-7597/(662) 834-2018 [email protected] *Proctor, Stylon Anthony (Lynn): (FE) (WA) 4/4/1960. PM-88; D-88; E-91; FC-91. Louisville West, 82-85; Barton, 86; Stilesboro (North Georgia Conference), 87-88; Kingston (North Georgia Conference), 88-89; New Albany, First, 90-92; Maben/Starkville Deployed Staff, 92-94; Jackson Deployed Staff, 94-95; Whitehall, 95-99; Columbus: Central, 99-2003; Columbus: First, 03. PO Box 32 , Columbus, MS 39703. (662) 328-5252/(662) 241-6732 [email protected] *Prowell, Dwight Dee (Patricia A): (FE) (AA) 2/24/1954. PM-1979; D-1979; E-1981; FC-1981. Kosciusko Wesley, 80-82; Alcorn State Campus Ministry, 82-88; Clarksdale, Haven, 88-94; Starkville, Griffin, 94-02; Asst. to Bishop-Ministerial Serv., 02-04; US Army, 04-05; Jackson:Aldersgate, Wesley Foundation JSU, 05. 1270 Plantation Blvd , Jackson, MS 39211. (601) 366-8071/(601) 206-1891 [email protected] *Pruett, Jeffrey Grant (Christy): (FE) (WA) 5/11/1961. PM-95; D-95; E-98; FC-98. Tippah Circuit, 89-93; Pleasant Hill/Fisher’s Chapel (N. Georgia), 93-95; Guntown, 95-96; Diamonhead, 96-02; Pleasant Hill 2002-2003; Tupelo: First, Assoc, 03-05; Tunica: First, 05-07; Habitat for Humanity (LA Conf.), 07- 11/30/07; Voluntary Leave, 11/30/07-5/31/08; Poplarville, 08- . P. O. Box 755 , Poplarville, MS 39470. (601) 795-4519/(601) 795-6076 [email protected] *Pugh, George A (): (FE) (WA) 11/24/1944. PM 99; D. 99. Suqualena, 91-99; Pachuta, 99. PO Box 63 , Pachuta, MS 39347. (601) 776-6396/(601) 776-6393 [email protected] *Puhr, Harold Roger (Frances): (FE) (WA) 9/15/1957. PM 96; D 96; FC 99; E 99. Emerson Circuit (North Georgia) 94-97; Shipman/Winborn Chapel, 97-2000;; Starkville: First, Assoc, 00-06; Caswell Springs, 06-09; Collins, 09- ; Eminence, 09- . P. O. Box 220 , Collins, MS 39428. (601) 765-4906/(601) 765-6987 [email protected] *Pulliam, George Robert (Mary): (RE) (AA) 6/7/1943. PM-78, D-78, E-85, FC-85. Retired-08. Pontotoc Parish (Assoc), 09- . 1415 Pinecrest Dr , Tupelo, MS 38804. (662) 842-7437/(662) 842-7437 [email protected]

*Quarles, Marvin (Sharon): (PL) (AA) 5/4/1961. Abbeville Charge, 09- . 153C CR 108 , Abbeville, MS 38601. /(662) 234-0978 Quigley, Jason (): (AF) (ME) 1/23/1979. Retired . 19 Ashland Dr , Destrehan, LA 70047. /

*Raborn, Laurie H. (Mike): (FL) (WA) . Fayette Community (PL) 07-09; Bude, 09- . PO Box 65 , Bude, MS 39630. (601) 303-4705/(601) 384-5695 [email protected] *Ragsdale, Dural R (Jessica Denise): (FE) (WA) 10/25/1947. OT-1977; D-1977; E-1979; FC-1979. Student, Asbury, 74-75; Student, Candler, 75-77; Artesia, 77-80; Mississippi State University Wesley Foundation, 80-88; Flower Ridge, 88-89; Sumrall-Eminence, 89-95; Gateway, 95-98; Hinds Chapel / Horn Lake, 98-2000; MS UM NA Parish, 2000-2001; Macon: First, 2001-04; Vicksburg: Porters Chapel, 04-. 220 Porter’s Chapel Rd , Vicksburg, MS 39180. (601) 636-2966/(601) 661-9693 drragsdale@earthlink.net *Raine, Claude (Earlean): (FL) (AA) 3/8/1946. Ruleville Circuit, 95. 902 Stansel Drive , Ruleville, MS 38771. /(662) 756-4245 [email protected] *Raley, Paul L (Barbara): (PL) (WA) 10/13/1945. Spring Hill, 82. 6706 Zero Rd , Meridian, MS 39301. (601) 479-6723/(601) 482-3626 [email protected] *Rambo, Robert Elliott (Susan Marie): (FE) (WA) 11/12/1955. PM-83; D-83; E-86; FC-86. Mathiston, 80-81; Oxford, South, 81-83; Student, MTS, 81-83; Wren, 83-84; Clarksdale, First, Associate, 84-88; Starkville, First, Associate, 88-93; Corinth, Gaines Chapel, 93-94; Ripley, 94-99; Clarksdale: First, 99-02; Clinton: First, 02-07; Starkville District, 07-01/02/10; Meridian: Central, 01/02/10- . P.O. Box 1706 , Meridian, MS 39301. (601) 693-1521/(601) 282-5604 [email protected] *Rambo, William T (Merissa): (FL) (WA) 3/5/1979. Tupelo: The Orchard (Assoc), 08- . P. O. Box 3216 , Tupelo, MS 38803. (662) 844-3310/(662) 871-6227 [email protected] *Ranager, Joseph T (): (FE) (WA) 12/11/1959. PM-1983; D-1983; E-1993; FC-1993. St. Paul School of Theology, 83-85; Jackson, West Park, 85-86; Benton-Midway, 86-87; Lauderdale, 87-88; Leave of 70 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

Absence, 88-91; Pascagoula, Faith, 91-94; Mentorum, 94-95; Methodist Hospital Memphis, 95. 7201 Dunbarton Drive , Horn Lake, TN 38637. (901) 516-8446/ [email protected] *Randall, Pamela (Alan): (FL) (WA) 7/10/1965. Wesley Chapel, 04-07; Sageville, 07- . 9114 Church Rd , Collinsville, MS 39325. (601) 479-1134/(601) 626-8881 [email protected] *Randall, Thomas Alan (Pam): (AM) (WA) 7/20/1957. Pleasant Hill, 00-06; Collinsville, 06-. 9114 Church Rd , Collinsville, MS 39325. (601) 479-1543/(601) 626-8881 [email protected] *Rankin, Johnny (): (PL) (AA) 11/20/1960. Elizabeth-Lauderdale: Pleasant Grove, 08-10; Desoto- Shubuta, 10- . 1069 Whitestor Rd , Collinsville, MS 39325. (601) 483-7772/(601) 743-4595 johnny- [email protected] *Rasberry, Clayton Henderson (Sandra Lynn): (FE) (WA) 2/26/1943. PM-Local License-64; D-68; E-70; FC-70. Barlow Charge, 63-67; Buchanon UMC/ Candler School of Theology, 67-71; Caswell Springs, 71-79; Eastlawn, 79-83; Leavell Woods, 83-88; Clinton, First, 88-96; District Superintendent, East Jackson District, 96-01; Madison, 01-09; West Jackson District, 09- ; East Jackson District (co), 10- . 860 East River Place, Suite 101 , Jackson, MS 39202. (601) 944-0776/ [email protected] Ray, Franklin Wilson (Carolyn Webb): (RE) (WA) 10/31/1923. Moorhead-Sunflower. 03. 310 Schley Street , Itta Bena, MS 0. (662) 246-5469/(662) 254-9349 Ray, Glenn Dale (Joyce): (FE) (WA) 2/1/1947. Iowa Conf, 05- . 5536 Westwood Dr W , West Des Moines, IA 50266. (515) 986-4036/ [email protected] *Ray, Samuel Andrew (Katherine): (FE) (WA) 4/23/1951. OT-1974; D-1974; E-1976; FC-1976. Merigold, 71-73; Student, Candler, 73-76; Mount Pleasant, 76-77; Pickens, First, 77-80; Lambert, 80-83; Lexington, First, 83-89; Clarksdale, St. Paul’s, 89-96; Philadelphia, First, 96-2000; Meridian District, 00-06; Tupelo: First, 06-. P. O. Box 854 , Tupelo, MS 38802. (662) 690-8100/(662) 842-0040 andy@ fumctupelo.com *Reece, Ricky Lloyd (Ann (Dr.)): (PL) (WA) 5/16/1958. Acona-Black Hawk-Enon. P O Box 865 , Grenada, MS 38902. (662) 614-6387/(662) 614-6387 [email protected] *Reed, Charles Harold (Amanda M): (FE) (WA) 10/12/1959. PM 95; D 95; FC 99; E 99. Mathiston 79-80; Weir, 80-81; Eupora, 81-83; Belfountaine, 84-87; Shady Grove, 87-89; Disability 89-92; Falkner 92-96; Box Chapel, 96-2000; Avon-Glen Allan, 2000-2003; Pleasant Hill, 03-05; Tylertown, 05-07; Bakers Chapel, 07- . 1851 Johnston Road , Hernando, MS 38632. (662) 429-8856/(662) 429-8856 [email protected] #Reiff, Joseph T. (Betty C.): (FE) (WA) . Emory and Henry College (Professor), 07- . Emory & Henry College P.O. Box 947, Emory, VA 0. (276) 944-6784/(276) 628-3740 [email protected] Reiff, Lee H (Gerry): (RE) (WA) 7/6/1929. Retired. 56 Siler Cir , Lake Junaluska, NC 28745. (828) 456-6162/(828) 456-6162 *Rester, Thomas Edwin (Audra): (FE) (WA) 1/11/1971. PM 96; D 96; FC-99; E-99 Hattiesburg: Parkway Heights, 97-04; United Methodist Hour, 04-06; Hattiesburg: Parkway Heights, 06-. 2420 Hardy St , Hattiesburg, MS 39401. (601) 544-7873/(601) 582-9079 [email protected] *Reynolds, Joseph Harry (Linda): (FE) (WA) 12/30/1953. Itta Bena / Sidon, 97-2000; Durant-West- Emory, 2000-04 ; Coalville, 04. 12298 Shorecrest Rd , Biloxi, MS 39532. (228) 392-5970/(228) 273- 0562 [email protected] Rhea, David E (Frances P): (RE) (WA) 6/12/1933. Benoit-Pace. 715 Oak Hill Dr , Oxford, MS 38655. /(662) 234-1789 [email protected] *Richardson, Christine Brooking (Kevin): (FE) (WA) 8/11/1976. PE-02. FE-05; Wesson:Decell Memorial, 03-06; WF CoLin, 03-05; Family Leave, 06- . 1136 Hawthorne Drive , McComb, MS 39648. /(601) 250-0618 [email protected] *Richardson, James W (Tricia): (FE) (WA) 2/6/1951. PM-91; D-91 E-93; FC-93. Oxford, East, 85-87; Christian Rest, 87-88; Shannon (North Georgia Conference, 88-90; Student, 90-91; Tupelo, Wesley, 91-94; Plantersville, 94-95; No MS Medical Center, 96. 830 S Gloster St , Tupelo, MS 38801. (662) 377-3439/(662) 841-2460 [email protected] *Richardson, John (Jasmine): (FE) (WA) 1/10/1981. E 06, FC 06. Stokesty Circuit, British Methodist Church, Darlington District; New Albany: First, 04-07; Birmingham Southern College (Chaplain), 07- 10; Ellisville: First, 10- ; Wesley Fdn. JCJC (dir), 10- . 201 S. Church St. , Ellisville, MS 39437. / jdricha@ gmail.com *Richter, Raleigh Fitzgerald (Shirley): (PL) (WA) . Belfontaine, 08- . 1091 Cumberland Rd. , Maben, MS 39750. /(662) 263-8471 [email protected] The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 71

*Rickman, Linda Aaron (Cary): (FD) (WA) 9/28/1941. D-97; FC-97. Jackson: Christ; Brandon: First, 03. 205 Mary Ann Dr , Brandon, MS 39042. (601) 825-5958/(601) 991-3855 [email protected] *Riddle, Jeffery Earl (Sherell): (PL) (AA) 9/17/1969. Aberdeen: St. Peter. 109 Drake Ave , Aberdeen, MS 39730. (662) 566-3000/(662) 369-6731 [email protected] *Riley, Donny Ray (Bonnie): (AM) (WA) 9/16/1947. PM-96; D-96. Liberty, 89-93; Golden, 93- 04; Tupelo: St. Mark, 04. 153 Elvis Presley Dr , Tupelo, MS 38804. (662) 842-7463/(662) 842-1245 [email protected] Robbins, Charles Alfred (Joann): (RE) (WA) 8/3/1933. Porterville. 79 Pecan Ave , DeKalb, MS 39328. (601) 743-2603/(601) 743-2603 [email protected] *Robbins, James Richard (Chere): (RE) (WA) 9/7/1946. Retired. Center For Ministry, 10- . 279 Ingleside Drive , Madison, MS 39130. /(601) 856-9076 [email protected] Roberts, Eddie Frank (Miriam): (RE) (WA) 3/9/1921. Retired. 204 Greenfield Drive , Greenwood, MS 38930. /(662) 451-7740 [email protected] *Robertson, Cleavern Ronald (Brenda Dean): (RL) (AA) 4/27/1946. Retired. Mt. Pleasant, 09- . 6663 Presidential Drive , Jackson, MS 39213. /(601) 362-0853 *Robertson, Luther Moloy (Demetria): (FE) (WA) 9/25/1955. PE-05; E-08; FC-08; Clara-Providence, 97-04; Longview-Adaton, 04. P.O.Box 174 , Stonewall, MS 39363. (601) 659-0320/(601) 659-9603 [email protected] *Robinson, Harold Doyle (Vivian Woodruff): (RE) (WA) 8/19/1938. Retired. Vardaman, 08- . 324 S Jackson , Houston, MS 38851. (662) 456-6336/(662) 456-2276 [email protected] *Robinson, Lindsey R (): (FE) (AA) 10/20/1954. PM-84; D-84; E-88; FC-88. Appointed to attend Candler School of Theology, Emory University, 82-86; Laurel, Mallalieu Charge, 86-88; Hattiesburg, St. Paul/St. James UMC, 88-94; Haven, 94-2000; Mississippi Conference, 00-07; Biloxi:St. Paul – Gulfport: Mt. Pleasant, 07-. P. O. Box 102 , Biloxi, MS 39533. (228) 432-0247/(228) 432-9605 Roby, Carlos M (Dean): (RE) (WA) 4/13/1921. Retired. 100 Queens Wood , Brandon, MS 39047. /(601) 992-7021 *Roller, Amy Pearson (Paul): (PE) (WA) 2/16/1981. PE-08. Meridian: Central (Assoc), 07- . P O Box 1706 , Meridian, MS 39302. (601) 693-1521/(601) 485-5487 [email protected] *Roller, Paul Douglas (Amy): (PE) (WA) 7/11/1978. PE-08. Coker’s Chapel, 07-. 1216 66th St , Meridian, MS 39305. (601) 482-0645/(601) 485-5487 [email protected] *Rollins, Felix Lloyd (Ann): (FD) (AA) . D-98; FC-98. Secretary, Disaster Relief, UMCOR, Bd. Of Global Ministries 98; Africa University, 98-09; International Relief & Dev. (Sr. Tech Adv on Relief), 09- . 3903 Moss Dr , Annandale, VA 22003. (703) 248-0161/(703) 333-5260 [email protected] *Rooney, Raymond J Jr (Jill Newman): (FE) (WA) 7/13/1962. Verona-Palmetto, -05; Tupelo: Wesley, 05. 546 Road 41 , Tupelo, MS 38801. (662) 842-2377/(662) 840-2621 [email protected] Roseberry, Patricia Kersey (Glenn): (RE) (WA) 4/14/1938. Retired. 9239 Laurel Hills S , Olive Branch, MS 38654. (901) 683-3521/(662) 893-5264 [email protected] *Ross, James L (Bettye L.): (PL) (AA) 2/8/1955. Vaiden: Haven-Martin Grove, 96. 106 Rose Cove , Grenada, MS 38901. (662) 623-0220/(662) 227-4586 [email protected] Ross, Sally Fran (): (FE) (WA) 10/18/1947. PM-1991; D-1991; FC-1993; E-1993. Jackson, Capitol Street, 91-92; Director, Jackson Metro Ministry, 92-93; Jackson, Grace 93-95; Leave of Absence, 95-97; Dir., Opportunity House, MS State Hospital, 97-2000; Leave of Absence, 2000-2002; Oakland Heights, Meridian, 2002-04; Greenville: Grace, 04-05; Leave-Voluntary, 05-07; Lutheran Episcopal Svcs, 07-. PO Box 23815 , Jackson, MS 0. (601) 352-7125/(601) 856-7172 [email protected] *Rowland, Danny Ray (Marilyn Dees): (FE) (WA) 2/17/1951. OT-1976; D-1976; E-1978; FC- 1978. Keownville, 71-75; Student, Candler, 75-77; Golden, 77-79; Louisville, First, Associate, 79-82; CCOM Staff, 82-85; Baldwyn, 85-89; Pontotoc, First, 89-92. Columbus, Wesley, 92-98; Tupelo District Superintendent. 98-2003; Starkville: First, 03. PO Box 2585 , Starkville, MS 39760. (662) 323- 5722/(662) 324-1255 [email protected] Rucker, Israel Lucas (Velma): (RE) (AA) 3/10/1927. Retired. 2541 Elkhorn Dr , Decatur, GA 30034. (404) 755-8931/(404) 241-8961 *Ruff, Garry Evan (Nancy): (PE) (WA) 5/25/1947. PE-09. Midway, 04-07; Cedar Lake, 08- . 8 Partridge Place , Long Beach, MS 39560. (228) 861-4981/(228) 864-1596 [email protected] *Russell, Donald Lee (Joyce): (FE) (WA) 3/28/1946. PM, 91; D, 91; FC, 96; E, 96; Robinsonville, 85- 86; Oxford, South, 86-88; North Georgia Conference, 88-91; St. Stephen, 91-93; Jumpertown, 94-99; 72 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

Laurel: Franklin-Gitano, 99-2000; Woodville, 00-01; Minor Memorial, 01-09; Lucedale: First, 09- . P. O. Box 845 , Lucedale, MS 39452. (601) 947-8132/(601) 947-0564 [email protected] *Rutherford, Hubert Sr (Mary): (RA) (WA) 9/19/1930. Bethel. 8091 Okatibbee Dam Rd , Collinsville, MS 39325. (601) 626-8737/(601) 626-8737 Ryan, Roy H (Doris): (RE) (WA) 1/28/1930. Retired. 2800 West Main, LS 107 , Tupelo, MS 38801. (662) 620-9926/(662) 620-9926 [email protected]

*Sabin, Paul (Linda): (RE) (WA) . Jackson: St. Luke, 08- . 503 Charmant Place , Ridgeland, MS 39157. /(601) 856-4609 [email protected] *Sahler, Michael David (Debbie): (FE) (WA) 12/5/1955. PM-91; D-91; E-93; FC-93. Nazareth (North Georgia Conference), 88-91; Laurel, Kingston, (Deployed Staff) 91-94; Tupelo, First, Associate, 94-99; Mineral Wells 99-2001; Petal UMC, 2001-2003; Forest / Walnut Grove-Harperville, 03-05; Forest, Harperville, 05-07; Raymond/ Learned, 07- . PO Box 64 , Raymond, MS 39154. (601) 857-8051/(601) 857-5910 [email protected] Salter, James Melvin (Patricia): (FE) (WA) 2/2/1952. PM-1986; D-1986; E-1989; FC-1989. Vanderbilt University, 84-87; Woodbine-Humphreys St. (Teen. Conf.) 85-87; Gulfport, First, Associate, 87-90. Byram-Terry, 90-92. West Laurel-Mt. Zion, 92-97; Purvis-Tallowah, 97-02; Kosciusko: First, 02-08; Gautier: First, 08- . P. O. Box 127 , Gautier, MS 39553. (228) 497-1698/(228) 497-2719 jamesandtricia@ cableone.net *Sampley, Donald Lee (Mary Ethel): (RA) (WA) 4/6/1943. Holcomb (19); Itta Bena, 2000-02; Shuqualak, 02-05; Bakers Chapel, 05-07; Louise/Silver City, 07- . P O Box 263 , Vaiden, MS 39176. /(662) 836-5800 Samson, Thomas Lionel (): (FE) (WA) 6/9/1958. PM-86; D-86; E-89; FC-89. Seminary, Candler, 85-87; Foxworth/Kokomo, 87-89; Shuqualak, 89-93; Noxapater, 93-96; Sandy Hook/Kokomo, 96-98; Union/Mt. Zion, 98-02; Oceans Springs: Wesley 02-04; Cockrum-Lewisburg / WF NWCC, 04-05; Leave-Incapacity, 05- . POB 2312 , Meriden, CT 6450. /(203) 237-5923 [email protected] *Sanders, Todd Andrew (Tammy): (FE) (WA) 4/23/1964. PM 99; D 99. FE-03. Brandon: Crossgates Assoc., 00-03; Pearl: First, 03-07; Canton: First (Assoc), 07-10; Lone Pine, 07-08; Sharon, 07-08; Canton: First (Assoc), 07-10; Brandon: New Church, 10- . 117 Sunline Drive , Brandon, MS 39042. (601) 859- 4621/(601) 591-2674 [email protected] *Sanderson, Darrell Wayne (): (AM) (WA) 1/30/1955. AM-05. Greenwood Springs 92-02; Smithville, 02-06; Houston North, 06-09; Friendship-Harden’s Chapel, 09- . 4305 Peppertown Rd , Mantachie, MS 38855. (662) 862-5982/ [email protected] *Sanford, Emily Lauren (): (PE) (WA) 7/19/1981. PE-08. Jackson: Galloway (Assoc), 08- . 305 N Congress , Jackson, MS 39201. (601) 353-9691/(601) 949-7992 [email protected] *Sanford, Eric Christopher (): (FE) (WA) 5/4/1983. PE-07; FE-10. Hollandale, 07-09; Jackson: Alta Woods (Senior), 09- . 109 Alta Woods Blvd , Jackson,, MS 39204. (601) 372-6016/(601) 949-7992 [email protected] *Sanford, William Herbert (): (RE) (WA) 4/11/1932. Retired. Bude, 06-. PO Box 763 , McComb, MS 39649. /(601) 248-8683 *Sappington, Larry Keith (Laura): (FL) (WA) 5/8/1965. Tippah Circuit 2000-04; Courtland, 04-08; Harrisville, 08- ; Rexford, 08- . POB 296 , Harrisville, MS 39082. (601) 847-2289/(601) 847-2289 lar- [email protected] *Saunders, Edward Paul (Angeline): (FE) (WA) 10/16/1960. PM-1992; D-1992; FC-1995; E-1995. Oakman (North Georgia Conference), 91-93; West Point, Christ, 93-96; Cooper Chapel, 96-97; Algoma, 97-2000; Meridian: Druid Hills, 2000-2002; Belmont / Dennis, 02-04; Belmont, 04-06; Morton: First, 06-08; Newton: First, 08- . 105 Russell St , Newton, MS 39345. (601) 683-3756/(601) 683-3472 new- [email protected] Scarbrough, Bryan T (Jewell): (RE) (WA) 9/21/1931. Retired. 257 CR 167 , Randolph, MS 38864. (662) 414-7111/(662) 414-7111 Scheuerman, Rosemary (): (RD) (WA) . Retired. 248 Locust Ln #227 , Madison, MS 39110. /(601) 605-9417 Schott, Patrick Henry (): (RD) (WA) 3/26/1943. D-98; FC-98. Ft. Walton Beach, FL, First, 68-70; Wetumpha, AL, First, 70-73; Mobile, AL, Spring Hill Ave., 74-75; Brookhaven, First, 75-77; Nashville, TN, Glencliff, 77-78; Sumerset, KY, First, 78-80; Ft. Walton Beach, FL, First, 80-83; Philadelphia, First, The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 73

84-89; Gulfport, First, 89-03; McComb: Centenary, 03. 2211 Glendale Ave , Hattiesburg, MS 39401. (601) 584-6213/(601) 584-6213 *Schultz, David Glen (Lynne A): (PL) (WA) 9/27/1957. Ceder Bluff, 09- . 2445 Hwy 47 , West Point, MS 39773. /(662) 494-6440 [email protected] *Schwake, Ronald Lloyd (Angie): (PE) (WA) 10/29/1964. PE-08. Senatobia: First, 03-08, Coy-Stallo, 08- . 108 Coy Church Rd , Preston, MS 39354. (601) 677-3322/(601) 677-9563 ronschwake@gmail. com *Scott, Brian Francis (Charity D): (FE) (WA) 8/24/1969. PE-02; FC-05 Gulfport: First, 02-05; Collinsville, 05-06; Pontotoc: First, 06-09; Caswell Springs, 09- . 18601 Highway 63 , Moss Point, MS 39562. (228) 588-6546/(228) 588-6702 [email protected] *Scott, Robert Payne Sr (Nellie Jean): (PL) (AA) 3/7/1952. Buffalo/Ethel, 97-2000; Eupora: Liberty, 2000-2001; Macon: St. Paul Circuit, 04. 661 Franklin Rd , Goodman, MS 39079. (601) 364-1431/(662) 472-2704 [email protected] *Sebren, Richard Ray Jr (Brenda Joyce): (AM) (WA) 12/24/1951. AM-96. McCall Creek,/Tethel, 86-90; Harrisville, 90-93; Jeff Davis Associate, 93-00; Wessen: Decell Memorial, 00-04/01/02; Leave- Incapacity, 04/01/02- . 1612-A Simpson Hwy 469 , Harrisville, MS 39072. /(601) 847-0285 sebren124@ aol.com *Seefeld, Glenn E (Winna F): (FE) (WA) 6/26/1943. PM-1986; D-1985; E-1988; FC-1988. D.S. Appointment, Sandersville, 11/82-6/83; Shannon, GA, 6/83-6/86; Long Beach, Christ, 86-89; Byhalia, 89-95; Kosciusko, 95-99; Jackson: Alta Woods, 99-2001; Greenwood: First-Valley Hill, 01. PO Box 1870 , Greenwood, MS 38935. (662) 453-2822/(662) 453-2417 [email protected] *Sellers, David Carey (Thu Mai): (FE) (WA) 12/16/1969. E 05. New Hope-Sweetwater, 03-05; Hattiesburg: Parkway Heights, 05. 2420 Hardy St , Hattiesburg, Ms 39401. (601) 544-7873/(601) 271- 7874 [email protected] Shamp, Bernard R (Dorothy): (RA) (WA) 8/3/1930. Retired 217 Caledonia Drive , Lafayette, LA 0. /(337) 856-5006 [email protected] *Shannon, Jeffrey Stephan (): (FE) (WA) 12/15/1960. PM-85; D-85; E-88; FC-88. Seminary, Drew, 83-86; Courtland Charge, 86-90; New Hope, 90-96; Morton, 96-03; Ellisville: First, 01-10; Wesley Fnd JCJC, 03-10; West Point: First, 10- . 1007 Rich St , West Point, MS 39773. (662) 494-1658/(662) 494- 9203 [email protected] *Sharp, J A (): (RE) (WA) 3/17/1926. Retired. Bonnie Chapel. 21020 Old River Rd , Vancleave, MS 39565. (228) 826-5706/(228) 826-5706 *Shavers, James Earl (Shornita): (PL) (AA) 9/26/1958. Canton: Little Zion, 00-09; Mount Pleasant, 09- . 5914 Grants Ferry Rd , Brandon, MS 39047. (601) 937-0239/(601) 919-0753 revjeshavers@aol. com Sheffield, Charles Wayne (Sharon Ann): (RE) (WA) 7/29/1941. Retired 4824 Stone Park Avenue , Olive Branch, MS 38654. (662) 000-0000/(662) 000-0000 Sheffield, Thomas R (Ann): (RE) (WA) 5/29/1934. Retired. Becker-Greenbrier. 345 Algoma Rd , Pontotoc, MS 38863. (662) 489-2659/(662) 489-2659 *Shelly, Guss Jenkins (Sarah Ann Powell): (FE) (WA) 10/30/1945. OT-1971; D-1971; E-1974; FC-1974. Eupora Circuit, 65-68; Crawford, 68-70; Douglasville-Bright Star (N. GA), 70-71; Student, Candler, 71-73; Longview-Adaton, 73-76; Durant, First, 76-81; Amory, St. Andrews 81-87; Tupelo, St. Luke, 87-93; District Superintendent, Senatobia District, 93-99; Gulfport: First, 99-07; Grenada: First, 07- . 161 S Line Street , Grenada, MS 38901. (662) 226-3148/(662) 226-1144 [email protected] *Shelton, Connie Mitchell (Joey): (FE) (WA) 4/3/1964. PM 96; D 96; FC-99; E-99. Hattiesburg: Court Street, 97-99; United Methodist Hour, 99-05; Duke Divinity School, 05-1/1/08; Jackson: Galloway (Senior). 1/1/08- . 741 Fairview Street , Jackson, MS 39202. (601) 353-9691/(769) 233-8261 Shelton, Early Michael (Connie): (PL) (WA) 10/8/1950. Lowry Circuit, 97. 21341 Hwy 2 E , Ripley, MS 38663. /(662) 837-3464 [email protected] *Shelton, John Joseph IV (Connie): (FE) (WA) 10/10/1960. PM 96; D 96; FC 99; E 99 Hattiesburg: Court Street, 97-05; Duke Divinity School, 05-1/1/08; Jackson: Galloway (Senior). 1/1/08- . 741 Fairview Street , Jackson, MS 39202. (601) 353-9691/(769) 233-8261 [email protected] *Shepard, E J (Yvonne): (PL) (AA) 6/4/1959. Morton Circuit, 02-09; Lilian Circuit, 09- . 667 S Little River Rd , Forest, MS 39074. /(601) 469-5392 *Shepherd, Rickey Lee (Bevelyn Holland): (PL) (WA) 12/22/1953. Holcomb, 06-. 1188 Childs Road , Holcomb, MS 38940. (662) 809-6104/(662) 226-6104 [email protected] 74 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

*Shepperd, Scarlet Rebekah (): (PL) (WA) . Maben, 09- . 4370 Hwy 15 South , Louisville, MS 39339. (662) 773-3503/(662) 773-7486 [email protected] #Shock, Roger R (Jan): (FE) (WA) 8/21/1961. PM-01, E-04, FC-04. Meridian: Central (Youth), 00-07; WF MCC, 04-06; Tupelo: First (Youth), 07-09; MS Conf. (Dir. Of Youth and Adults), 07-09. Pontotoc First, 09- . PO Box 308 , Pontotoc, MS 38863. (662) 489-3076/ [email protected] *Shows, Glenn (Beth): (PL) (WA) 12/21/1950. Soules Chapel, 99-02; Bond, 02-04; Hattiesburg: Grandview, 04-05; Carson-Goodhope, 05-08; Hickory Grove, 08-09; Bassfield, 09- . PO Box 189 , Sumrall, MS 39482. (601) 579-9493/(601) 758-3943 [email protected] Shows, Lester (Janet): (RA) (WA) . Retired. 9800 Briarcliff Dr , Moss Point, MS 39562. /(228) 474- 6345 [email protected] *Shrader, Michelle Marie (): (PE) (WA) 11/4/1971. PE-08. Jackson: Wells Memorial (Assoc), 08-10; Gateway, 10- . 15326 N Parkwood Dr , Gulfport, MS 39503. (228) 832-0135/ [email protected] *Shreve, Thomas Martin (Nancy Jo): (RE) (WA) 8/10/1932. Redbone. 105 Elgin Place , Clinton, MS 39056. (601) 638-9455/(601) 708-4054 [email protected] *Shumaker, David Carl (): (PE) (WA) 1/3/1972. PE-09. Starkville: First (Assoc), 09- . P. O. Box 2585 , Starkville, MS 39760. (662) 323-5722/(662) 323-6706 [email protected] *Simmons, Charles D (Frances): (FE) (WA) 6/2/1950. PM-1979; D-1979; E-1986; FC-1986. Tishomingo, 75-78; Sledge, 78-79; Houston, North, 81-86; Noxapater, 86-90; Director, Winston County Group Ministry, 88-90; Friendship, 91-92; Carolina, 92-95; Fairview/Robbs, 95-98; Felder/Pearl River Avenue, 98-2000; Marks-Lambert, 00. 718 Elm Street , Marks, MS 38646. (662) 326-3681/(662) 326- 2018 [email protected] *Sims, Jeffrey Michael (Rebeccca): (PL) (WA) 8/2/1966. Philadelphia Southside-Hope, 09- . 5373 Breckenridge Dr , Meridian, MS 39301. /(601) 693-2248 [email protected] *Sims, Kordell Seantez (Edlesha Sade Deyonna): (PL) (AA) 9/29/1986. Franklin, 08- ; Galilee- Treadwell, 09-10; Grenada: Vincent, 10- . 212 Union Street , Grenada, MS 38901. /(662) 528-0841 [email protected] *Sisk, William Timothy (Lorie): (FE) (WA) 6/30/1971. PM-99; D-99; FE-2001. Walnut Grove / Harperville, 99-02; Bakers Chapel 2002-2003; Starkville: Aldersgate, 03-07; Amory: St. Andrews, 07- ; Amory: St Matthews, 07- . P. O. Box 535 , Amory, MS 38821. (662) 256-2301/(662) 315-3145 tim@ timsisk.com Sissell, Kenneth Ray (Robbie): (RE) (WA) 10/17/1925. Retired. 222 N Heard St , Senatobia, MS 38668. (662) 562-6282/(662) 562-6282 [email protected] Skelton, George A (): (RE) (WA) 4/1/1921. Retired. 8850 W Parkway North , Lauderdale, MS 39335. /(601) 480-0239 Skelton, George Barry (Pat): (RE) (WA) 2/12/1944. Bethel/Pleasant Ridge, 74-77; Neshoba/Northwest, 77-81; Meridian, Druid Hills, 81-89; Meridian, Andrew Chapel, 89-02; Union-Mt. Zion, 02-06; Coopers Chapel, 06-. P.O. Box 64 , Lauderdale, MS 39335. (601) 776-5311/(601) 562-6012 gbskelton44@hotmail.com *Slaughter, David Joe (Deborah): (FE) (WA) 2/25/1958. PM 96; D 96; FC 99; E 99. New Hope, Carrolton, GA 94-97; Brookhaven: Jackson Street/Hawkins Chapel, 97-02; Diamondhead, 02-06; Laurel: Franklin-Gitano, 06-09; Bay Springs, 09- . PO Box 595 , Bay Springs, MS 39422. (601) 764-2830/(601) 764-2985 [email protected] Smith, Carl (Malisia): (PL) (WA) 11/24/1967. Beauregard, 02- . 4072 Fair River Dr , Sontag, MS 39665. (601) 835-9278/(601) 833-1329 [email protected] *Smith, Casey Marion Jr (Carol): (FE) (WA) 7/12/1951. PM-1978; D-1978; E-1981; FC. 1981. Columbus Central Associate, 80-82; Indianola, Christ, 82-89; Verona, 89-93; American Family Association, 93-05; Treemont, American Family Association, 05. 126 CR 1063 , Plantersville, MS 38862. (662) 844-5036/(662) 840-9069 *Smith, Charles Edward (Louise): (RE) (WA) 12/9/1935. Belden. 1021 Morgan Dr , New Albany, MS 38652. /(662) 534-2447 [email protected] *Smith, Deanna (): (FE) (WA) 12/20/1948. PE-07; FE-10. Kosciusko Circuit, 99-2003; Haw River Charge (Greensboro Dist. NC); Duke Seminary Student, 03-07; Sandersville, 07-09; Holandale, 09- . 203 N Church Street , Hollandale, MS 0. (662) 827-2918/ [email protected] *Smith, Elbert Lavon (Jannis): (PL) (Other) 1/6/1952. Providence, 02-06; Providence/Sand Hill, 06-. 2625 Boutwell Rd , Richton, MS 39476. / [email protected] The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 75

Smith, Jack Stigler Jr (Sally): (RE) (WA) 6/18/1935. Retired. 490 Robin Rd , Grenada, MS 38901. (662) 226-1122/(662) 226-1122 [email protected] Smith, James Thomas (Jo Ann): (RE) (WA) 1/21/1937. Retired. 3721 Hwy 305 N , Olive Branch, MS 38654. /(662) 890-7232 [email protected] *Smith, Jody L (Paula): (PL) (WA) 9/15/1971. Wayne County Circuit, 01-06; Salem, 06-. 171 Old River Rd , Waynesboro, MS 39367. /(601) 735-1003 [email protected] *Smith, Maurice (Kathleen): (PE) (AA) . PE-09. Pontotoc Parish, 07- . 1306 Wilson Street , Tupelo, MS 38804. /(662) 844-6021 [email protected] *Smith, Phillip (Marie): (RL) (WA) 1/9/1940. Retired. Rose Hill:/Pleasant Grove, 09/01/09- . 5684 Vally Rd , Meridian, MS 39307. /(601) 693-3971 [email protected] *Smith, Rebecca Ann (Leotis): (PL) (WA) 3/22/1954. Lake Charge, 07- . 164 Eddins 16387 , Pachuta, MS 39347. /(601) 727-2222 [email protected] *Smith, Rodney A (Jeanette): (RA) (WA) 5/9/1941. Retired. Mount Olive (Jones County), 06-07; Moselle, 07-. 1203 Moselle Rd , Moselle, MS 39459. /(601) 582-2379 [email protected] *Sorrell, Thomas W (Peggy): (FE) (WA) 6/13/1948. OT; 1971; D-1971; E-1974; FC-1974. Student, Candler, 71-73; Grenada, Grace-Gore Springs-Tie Plant, 73-74; Carrollton, 74-77; Inverness-lsola, 77- 80; Crenshaw-Sledge, 80-83; Pleasant Hill-Baker’s Chapel, 83-86; Horn Lake, 86-89; Monticello, 89-92; Pontotoc, First, 92-94; Petal, 94-96; Mississippi City, 96-2000; Jackson: Epworth, 2000-04; Newton First, 04-08; Ridgeland: First, 08- . 234 West Jackson Street , Ridgeland, MS 39157. (601) 856-6456/(601) 591-1576 [email protected] *Sparks, Stephen Lawrence (Holly): (FE) (WA) 8/24/1971. PE 05; FC 08; FE 08; Tupelo: First, 05-06; Gateway, 06-10; Indoanola: First, 10- . 2 Morningside Drive , Indianola, MS 38751. (662) 887- 4446/(662) 887-5326 [email protected] *Speed, Daniel Glen (Mary Margaret): (FE) (WA) 10/5/1962. PM-1988; D-1988; E-1992; FC 1992. Antioch Church, Mentorium Charge Dec. 84-June 85; Ovett Charge, 85-86; Seminary, Duke Divinity School, 86-90; (North Carolina Conference); Helena 86-90; (Mississippi Conference); Laurel, Franklin, 90-94; Sandy Hook, 94-95; Bruce/Derma, 95-99; Corinth: Christ, 99-2000; Coalvllle, 2000-04; Cleveland: St. Luke-Shipman Chapel, 04-06; Monticello, 06-10; Antioch, 10- ; Philadelphia, 10- . 845 Lower Myrick Rd , Laurel, MS 39443. /(601) 335-4507 [email protected] *Speegle, Jonathan (Lynn): (PE) (WA) . PE-10. Columbus: Central, 09- . 1123 College Street , Columbus, MS 39701. (662) 328-7895/(662) 889-7000 [email protected] Spencer, Eddie C. (Betty): (FL) (AA) 9/1/1962. Brookhaven: Kynett, 01/01/10- . 310 Wild Wood Blvd , Jackson, MS 39212. (601) 372-6016/(601) 373-7806 [email protected] *Staggs, John Howard (Lou Ann): (FE) (WA) 3/8/1953. OT-77; D-77; E-80; FC-80. Student, Asbury, 77-79; Ashland, 79-80; Associate, Tupelo, First, 80-81; Student, Drew, 82-84; Ruleville, 84-88; Minor Memorial, 88-94; Eupora, 94-00; Disability, 00-01; Oxford: St. Andrews-Abbeville, 01-03; Aberdeen: First, 03-07; Incapacity Leave, 07- . 1146 CR 135 E, L-5 , New Albany, MS 38652. /(662) 538-6042 [email protected] *Stallings, Tyrone Michael Sr. (Edith): (FL) (AA) 7/20/1953. Ackerman, Mt. Hermon 1991-2001; Starkville: New Zion, 01. 51 Choctaw Rd , Starkville, MS 39759. (662) 324-0789/(662) 324-9550 [email protected] *Stamps, Vera Hall (Kenneth): (FE) (AA) 6/1/1975. PE 06; E-09, FC-09. Wesley Fdn. (Dir.) Alcorn Univ., 06-. PO Box 496 , Lorman, MS 39096. (601) 877-9959/(601) 786-6622 [email protected] Stanford, Larry Shane (Pokey): (FE) (WA) 9/12/1970. PM 94; D 94; FC 96; E 96. Justice Heights, 90- 92; Student, Duke, 92-94; Hattiesburg, Heritage Associate, 94-96; Asbury, 96-04; Miss. UM Foundation, 04-06; Hattiesburg: Main Stree (teaching), 06-08; Conf. Congregational Dev. Consultant, 06-08; United Methodist Hour (preacher/program director), 06-09; Conf. Message and Media Team Leader, 08-09; AL/W FL Conf., 09- . 85 Holly Trail , Petal, MS 39465. (601) 582-5557/(601) 583-9216 lsstanford2003@ yahoo.com *Stanley, Ronald A. (Marcia Jane): (FE) (WA) 7/2/1946. PM-1976; D-1973; E-1980; FC-1980. Vossburg Charge, 71-73; Ovett Charge, 73-75; Seminary, Duke Divinity School/Morris Chapel Charge (NC), 75- 79; Star-Monterey Charge, 79-80; Laurel, Kingston, 6/80-8/80; Sandersville, 8/80-10/80; Chaplain, U.S. Navy, 10/80-11/83; Lake Charge, 11/83- 6/84; Adams UMC, 84-86; Richton, 86-87; Escatawpa, 87-90.; Woodville, 90-97; Gautier: First, 9708; Quitman: First-Shubuta, 08- . P O Box 137 , Quitman, MS 39355. (601) 776-2637/(601) 776-3161 [email protected] 76 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

*Stephenson, Tommy (Lorraine): (FL) (WA) 8/19/1950. Rials Creek, 01-06; Charleston – Tippo, 07- . 301 E. Main Street , Charleston, MS 38921. (662) 647-8736/(662) 647-8744 [email protected] *Stepney, Godfrey (Bobbie Jean): (FL) (AA) . Fayette-Natchez Ct. 2000-04; Walthall Parish, 04-06; Hattiesburg: Bently Chapel-St. John, 06-10; Lucedale Circuit, 10- . 38 J. F. Kennedy Street , Lucedale, MS 39452. / [email protected] *Stewart, Mary Caroline (): (FE) (WA) 10/6/1959. PM-1994; D-1994; FC-1997; E-1997. Student, Duke University, 94-95; Yazoo City, First, Associate, 95-96; Moorhead/Sunflower, 96-2000; Hispanic Ministries, 2000-02; Long Beach: First, 02-05; Raleigh-Unity, 05-08; Brookhaven District Staff, 08-10; Wesson: Decell Memorial, 08- ;Wesley Fdn. (Dir) Co-LinCC, 10- . 1070 Beech Street , Wesson, MS 39191. (601) 643-2749/(601) 643-1321 [email protected] *Stockett, Richard Carrington III (Mechelle): (FE) (WA) 7/8/1962. PM-87; D-87; E-89; FC-89. Seminary, Asbury, 84-87; Hattiesburg, Main St., Associate, 87-91; Spring Ridge, 91-98; Carthage: First, 98 / Walnut Grove-Harperville, 04-05; Jackson: Christ, 05-09; Vicksburg; Crawford Street, 09- . 900 Crawford Street , Vicksburg, MS 39180. (601) 636-5612/(601) 636-2506 [email protected] *Stockstill, Eugene Hunter (): (PE) (WA) 11/17/1966. PE-07; Tremont, 05. PO Box 86 , Tremont, MS 38876. (662) 652-3562/(662) 652-3562 [email protected] *Stoddard, Andrew Thomas (Holly): (FE) (WA) 4/18/1976. E 06, FC 06. Boyle-Litton-Linn, 99-04; Coy-Stallo, 04-07; Ripley: First, 07-10; Asbury, 10- . 1331 Hwy. 42 , Petal, MS 39465. (601) 545-3006/ [email protected] Stoglin, Richmond E (): (FE) (AA) 1/4/1957. D-1978; PM-1978; E-1984; FC-1984 Federal Bureau of Prisons, 83. PO Box 171687 , Arlington, TX 76003. (912) 451-5425/(817) 784-3229 richstoglin@ sbcglobal.net Stokes, Ray Eldridge (Lynn N): (RE) (WA) 11/10/1946. Retired. 1132 Clubhouse Drive , Wiggins, MS 39577. /(601) 928-3915 [email protected] *Stone, Joseph Lex Sr (Rose): (PL) (AA) 8/11/1939. Ripley: Moses Chapel, 03- . 1125 Old Hwy 7 S , Holly Springs, MS 38635. (662) 252-1768/(662) 252-5553 [email protected] *Stonestreet, Billy Ray (Madeline): (FE) (WA) 12/12/1947. PM 73; D 73; E 76; FC 76. Candler School of Theology, Emory University, 72-75; New Hope UMC(GA), 72-75; Wilson Springs, 75-76; Coalville- White Plains, 76-80; Anguilla-Grace, 80-84; Hazlehurst, First, 84-87; Caswell Springs, 87-91; Beizoni, First, 91-97; Water Valley, First, 97-02; Clarksdale: First, 02-09; Greenwood: St. John, 09- ; Itta Bena: First, 09- . 1001 Grand Boulevard , Greenwood, MS 38930. (662) 453-7522/(662) 453-4441 stjohn2@ bellsouth.net Story, Henry Gray (): (RE) (WA) 1/1/1933. Retired. P O Box 2185 , Corinth, MS 38834. / Strange, William A (): (RE) (WA) 11/23/1928. Retired. PO Box 235 , Fulton, MS 38843. (662) 862- 4573/(662) 862-4573 *Sudduth, John W Jr (Karen): (FE) (WA) 10/19/1956. PM-91; D-91; E-94; FC-94. Forsyth/Mt. Zion (North Georgia Conference), 91-93; Coldwater, 93-97; Mineral Wells, 97-99; Tupelo: First, 99-05; Olive Branch: Maples Memorial, 05. 6511 Dresden Street , Olive Branch, MS 38654. (662) 895-2279/(662) 895-5146 [email protected] *Sutphin, Cary Lee (Sylvia): (PL) (WA) 11/9/1951. Bellfontaine, 06-08, Palestine, 08- . 101 Maid Marian , Starkville, MS 39759. (662) 494-3640/(662) 323-5628 [email protected] Sutphin, Felix Asa (): (RE) (WA) 12/25/1918. Retired. 6600 Poplar Springs Dr., Apt. B122 , Meridian, MS 39305. /(601) 513-1723 Swain, Charles Eldred (): (RE) (WA) 6/10/1921. Retired. 10600 Hwy 488 , Carthage, MS 39051. /(601) 656-5419 Swain-Presley, Paige Katherine (Lance): (FL) (WA) . Nugent (Assoc), 10- . 13183 John Clark Road , Gulfport, MS 39503. (228) 832-6145/ [email protected] *Switzer, Jeffery Lee (Cindy M): (FE) (WA) 9/27/1968. PM-1995; D-1995; FC-1997; E-1997. Tupelo: Cornerstone (formerly Lee Acres), 95-2001; Sandtown-Longino, 01-08 : Senatobia: First, 08- . 101 Tena Cove , Senatobia, MS 38668. (662) 562-5215/(662) 562-8848 [email protected]

Tanksley, Perry (Suzanne): (RE) (WA) 9/15/1928. Retired. 1501 Arlington , Clinton, MS 39056. (601) 922-6907/(601) 924-7966 *Tanner, Benton Curtis (Doris Shumaker): (PL) (AA) 12/13/1960. Shady Grove-Kilmichael: Mt. Zion. 549 Waterworks Road , Eupora, MS 39744. /(662) 258-8580 [email protected] The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 77

*Tashiro, Paul Yukio (Eiko): (RE) (As A) . Wesley Biblical Seminary, 06-08; Tupelo: New Church Start, 08- 6007 Lake Trace Cir , Jackson, MS 39211. (601) 366-8880/(601) 956-4453 [email protected] *Tate, John Hugh (Linda): (FE) (WA) 6/18/1975. PE 05; FC 08; FE 08; Jackson: Christ (Assoc), 04- 07; Metro Jackson: New Church, 07- . 2311 E Northside Dr , Jackson, MS 39211. (601) 573-0949/(601) 362-5938 [email protected] Taylor, Barbara (Chris): (PL) (WA) 11/11/1958. Conway. 129 Stratford Dr , Brandon, MS 39042. (601) 906-4679/(601) 825-8181 [email protected] *Taylor, Bruce Lynn (Susan Johnson): (FE) (WA) 3/11/1952. PM 91; D 91; E 94; FC 94. Adams, 92-94; Madison: Parkway Hills, 94-04; Pascagoula: First, 04-06; New Albany: First, 06-09; Decatur, 09- ; Wesley FDN-ECCC, 09- . P. O. Box 236 , Decatur, MS 39327. (601) 635-3219/(601) 635-2729 revbtaylor@ gmail.com *Taylor, David Wayne (Mary Ann): (RL) (WA) 5/31/1945. Retired. Rose Hill: Hopewell, 10/16/09- . P.O. Box 699 , Stonewall, MS 39363. /(601) 659-4672 [email protected] *Taylor, James Howard III (Anna): (FE) (WA) 2/2/1978. PM 04; E 07; FC 07; Brandon: First (Assoc), 04-09; Brandon: New Church, 09- . 106 Switchmon Hill , Brandon, MS 39042. (601) 591-1154/ jhtay- [email protected] *Temple, Edwin Marshall (Edee): (FE) (WA) 1/5/1956. OT-79; D-79; E-82; FC-82. Keownville, 75-76; Oxford Parish, 76-78; Student, Candler, 78-80. Vaiden, 80-82; Wesley Foundation, Ole Miss, 82-84; Associate, Oxford, University, 83-84; Minter City/Schlater, 84-86; Nettleton-Shiloh, 86-90; Carthage, 90-95; Newton, 95-96; Amory, St. Andrews, 96-2001; Iuka: First, 01-07; Natchez: Jefferson Street, 07- . PO Box 862 , Natchez, MS 39121. (601) 442-3795/(662) 423-9253 [email protected] *Terrell, Dino (Brenda): (PL) (AA) . Greengrove, 06- ; Morton Circuit, 09- . 4915 Rosehaven , Jackson, MS 39209. (601) 933-6280/(601) 922-9786 [email protected] *Thomas, George Sapada (Amy): (PL) (AA) 6/17/1973. Corinth: Mt. Moriah, 04-10; Tupelo: First (New Church), 10- . 4261 CR 301 , Tiplersville, MS 38674. (662) 587-3311/(662) 993-8709 sapadat@ ripleycable.net Thomas, Glenn Eugene (): (FD) (WA) 8/17/1961. Jackson: St. Marks, 94-98; Vicksburg: Crawford Street Associate, 98-2003; Clinton First Associate 2003-; Clinton: First, 03-05; Leave-Voluntary, 9/1/04- . 721 N. State Street, Apt 6C , Jackson, MS 39202. (601) 984-6170/ *Thomas, Ronald D (Ann): (FL) (WA) 6/7/1947. Louisville West, 03-05; Columbos: Broadacres, 05. P. O. Box 9552 , Columbus, MS 39705. (662) 328-8955/(662) 327-8434 [email protected] Thomas, Sandra Lynn Perkins (): (FD) (WA) 11/11/1960. Jackson: St. Mark’s, 94. 400 Grants Ferry Rd , Brandon, MS 39047. (601) 992-2131/(601) 992-5742 [email protected] *Thomas, Terry (Della): (PL) (AA) 9/28/1957. New Hope Memorial, 04- . 67 Thomas Ln , Columbia, MS 39429. /(601) 736-6086 [email protected] *Thompson, Edward Truman (Linda): (FE) (WA) 6/8/1945. PM-98; D-98; E-2000; FC-2000. Independence, 98-2002; Holly Springs: First, 02-05; Shannon, 05-10; Aberdeen: First, 10- . PO Box 93 , Aberdeen, MS 39730. (662) 369-8135/(662) 369-2519 [email protected] *Thompson, Gary Dwayne (Robin Jane): (FE) (WA) 12/23/1948. PM-84; D-84; E-86; FC-86. Shaeffer’s Chapel, 82-83; Hinds Chapel-Eudora, 83-86; Associate, Columbus, First, 86-89; Cleveland, St. Luke- Shipman’s Chapel, 89-91; Jackson, Capitol Street, 91-.94; Jackson, Leavell Woods, 94-97; Raymond/ Learned, 97-03; Biloxi: First, 03-09; Minor Memorial, 09- . 6120 Goodman Road West , Walls, MS 38680. (662) 781-1333/(662) 404-1948 [email protected] Thompson, Ray Patrick (Patti Ann): (FE) (WA) 7/2/1959. PM-93; D-93; FC-97; E-97. Burns, 91-92; Antioch (North Georgia), 92-94; Laurel, Kingston, 94-95; Handsboro, 95-99; Armed Forces Retirement Hm, 99-05; Trinity Hospice, 05-08; Long Beach: Christ/ Gulfport: Ramsey Memorial, 08-10; Gulfport: Burton Memorial, 10- . 2608 Brookside Cv , Biloxi, MS 39531. /(228) 297-7288 rpthompson@cableone. net *Thompson, Timothy Charles Sr (Betty): (FE) (AA) 10/21/1959. PM-1992; D-1992; FC-1995; E-1995. New Fork, 87-90; Hopewell (North Georgia Conference), 91 - 93; Itta Bena-Samuel/Wesley Director, MVSU, 93-02; Meridian: Haven Chapel / Meridian: St Paul, 02-06; Meridian District, 06-. 6210 Highway 39 North , Meridian, MS 39305. (601) 483-6221/(601) 696-9173 [email protected] *Thornhill, Robert W. (June): (FL) (WA) 11/14/1948. Mentorum. 7257 Hwy 57 South , Lucedale, MS 39452. (601) 945-2561/ [email protected] Thornton, Henry T (Marty): (RA) (AA) . Retired. 105 Autumn Way , Clinton, MS 39056. (601) 924-4259/(601) 924-4259 78 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

*Threadgill, James Cedric (Oma Jean): (RL) (WA) 7/27/1927. Retired. Weir-Salem, 02-05; Ozark, 05-08; Sturgis-Big Hill (co-pastor), 09- ; Weir-Salem (co-pastor), 09- . 4751 Ms. HWY 404 , Eupora, MS 39744. /(662) 258-7072 [email protected] *Threadgill, Oma Jean (Jim): (RL) (WA) 11/17/1933. Retired. Ozark (co-pastor), 07-08, Sturgis-Big Creek (co-pastor), 09- ; Weir-Salem (co-pastor), 09- . 4751 MS HWY 404 , Eupora, MS 39744. /(662) 258-7072 [email protected] Tickell, Mary Lou (): (RE) (WA) 3/4/1937. Retired. Corinth: Box Chapel, 08- . 1306 N.Pearl St., Villa #5 , Iuka, MS 38852. / *Tillman, Charles J D (): (RE) (AA) 6/11/1939. FC-02. Fayette / Natchez Circuit, 96-2001; Natchez: St Johns / Walthall Parish, 01-06; Brandon Bay/ St. James, 06-07; St. Paul / Bro. District Staff, 07-. 2575 Bedford-Tillman Rd , Roxie, MS 39661. (601) 384-5996/(601) 384-8330 [email protected] Tillman, Harmon E Jr (Nona K): (RE) (WA) 12/20/1928. Retired. PO Box 109 , Winona, MS 38967. /(662) 283-5081 [email protected] *Tillman, Richard Andre (Latonia): (PL) (AA) 4/7/1971. Mt Pleasant-Adams, 96. 28144 Hwy 28 East , Hazlehurst, MS 39083. (601) 894-4438/(601) 894-4438 [email protected] *Tillman, Stephen E (Marion): (RL) (WA) 9/6/1941. Retired 09. Gitano, 09- . 2880 Hwy 29N , Soso, MS 39480. /(601) 729-2786 [email protected] *Tohill, Charles Brownie Sr (Irene): (RL) (WA) 12/11/1934. Retired. Hickory Flat, 99-10; New Albany Glenfield, 10- . 1123 CR 246 , New Albany, MS 38652. (662) 534-8114/(662) 534-8114 brownietoh@ aol.com *Tollison, Jeffrey (Lacy Rae): (PL) (WA) 11/17/1970. Boyle-Linn, 09- . 1003 Azalea Drive , Indianola, MS 0. (662) 887-3557/(662) 887-5898 [email protected] *Toney, Gerald Hobson (Irene Elizabeth): (RE) (WA) 5/1/1933. Retired. Monterey, 08-10; Jackson: Leavell Woods, 10- . 132 Easthaven Drive , Brandon, MS 39042. (601) 260-8603/(601) 260-8603 hop- [email protected] *Tonkel, Dennie Keith (Pat): (RE) (WA) 1/15/1936. Retired. 2019 Bailey Ave , Jackson, MS 39213. (601) 353-0658/(601) 981-9867 [email protected] *Townsend, Dorothy Jean (): (RD) (AA) 6/7/1937. Retired. 906 N Madison , Tupelo, MS 38804. /(662) 842-8622 [email protected] Townsend, James A (): (RE) (WA) 4/20/1919. Retired. 258 Dogwood Lane , Batesville, MS 38606. /(662) 563-1918 [email protected] *Trantham, Kevin Marcus (): (FE) (WA) 11/9/1971. PE 03; E-09; FC-09. Byrd-Wesley, 97-99; Belden, 99-01; Batesville: First, Assoc. 2001-2003; Greenville: Trinity, 03-06; Voluntary Leave, 3/17/06-12/31/07; Centerville, 08- . P O Box 365 , Centreville, MS 39631. (601) 645-6178/ [email protected] Travelbee, John D III (): (RA) (WA) . Retired. 304 N Main St , Columbia City, IN 46725. /(219) 244-1800 *Travis, Annie Louise (): (PE) (AA) 12/2/1947. PE-07; Vicksburg: Clark/Lynch, 2000-02; Clinton Circuit, 02-05, Clinton: Seven Springs, 05-06; Waynesboro Circuit, 06-08; Brookhaven: Kynett, 08- 10; Laurel: Mallalieu, 10- . 5348 Cedar Park Dr , Jackson, MS 39206. (601) 506-7022/(601) 823-3733 [email protected] *Triplett, Calvin Kareem (Melanie): (PL) (AA) 5/19/1974. Wesley Chapel, 08- . 471 CR 52834 , Heidelberg, MS 39439. /(601) 787-3095 [email protected] *Truett, Jonathan Corey (): (PL) (WA) . Tupelo: First (youth), 09- . PO BOX 854 , Tupelo, MS 38802. (662) 690-8100/(662) 372-0080 [email protected] *Tubby, Daniel Lee (Sybil): (PL) (NA) 3/27/1957. MS UM Choctaw Mission. 13851 Hwy 491 N , Philadelphia, MS 39350. (601) 389-6343/(601) 656-9911 [email protected] Tucker, John Thomas (Pamela Ann): (FE) (WA) 2/1/1949. PM-78; D-78; E-81; FC-81. Seminary, Candler School of Theology, 77-80; Vaughan, Ellison, 80-84; Gulfport, Nugent UMC, 84-88; Collinsville, 88-90. Plantersville, 90-94; Adams, 94-96; New Hope, 96-98; Leave-Incapacity, 98- . 29 Timber Ridge , Brandon, MS 39042. /(601) 540-0192 *Twiner, James Colon (Patsy): (FE) (WA) 9/1/1942. PM-1983; D-1977; E-1985; FC-1985. Vicksburg, Bradley’s Chapel, 72-78; Ellisville, Mt. Zion-Hebron, 78-82; Seminary, Candler School of Theology/Sardis UMC (Buford, GA), 82-86; Meadville, 86-90. Kreole, 90-93; Water Valley, First, 93-97; Meridian, Poplar Springs, 97-2001; Brandon: Crossgates, 2001-2003; Indianola: First, 03-05; Indianola: First, Shaw, 05-07; Pascagoula: First, 07-10. Richland, 10- . 95 Hillview Court , Brandon, MS 39042. (601) 939-1319/ *Twiner, Patricia Ward (James C): (RA) (WA) 8/5/1942. Retired. 95 Hillview Court , Brandon, MS The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 79

39042. / [email protected] *Tyndall, Edward A (Carolyn): (RL) (WA) 11/12/1934. Retired. Pascagoula: Faith. 13717 Hwy 57 , Vancleave, MS 39565. /(228) 826-5957 [email protected]

*Upshaw, David Ronald Jr (Nancy-Anne): (FL) (WA) . Jackson: Christ Associate, 06-10; Sandtown, 10- . 11950 Hwy 482 , Philadelphia, MS 39350. (601) 656-7466/(601) 656-1048 DavidUpshawis@Gmail. com *Upshaw, Harrison F III (Carey P): (RL) (WA) 12/6/1937. Retired. Tranquil-Grady’s Chapel, 06-. 22515 HWY 45 N , Aberdeen, MS 39730. (662) 256-9998/(662) 256-9998 [email protected]

*Van Every, Eugene Applewhite (Paula): (FD) (WA) 2/18/1950. D-97; FC-97. Greenwood, First, 85-88; UM Children’s Home, 88-91; Ridgeland, First, 91-92; Baptist Children’s Village, 92-95; MS State Hospital Social Worker. 95-96; Millcreek/St. Mark’s, 96-98; Holly Bush, 98 / MS Band of Choctaw Indians, 00-08; Lone Pine. 08- ; Sharon, 08- . 555 Dixton Dr , Brandon, MS 39047. (601) 259-8913/(601) 992-0454 [email protected] *Vance, Gene Ford (Patty): (FE) (WA) 9/13/1950. PM-1995; D-1995; FC-1997; E-1997. Hebron, 88-90; West Haven/Weaver, 90-94; luka, West, 94-2000; Oak Grove, 2000-02; Safe Harbor, 02-07; Pascagoula: Eastlawn, 07- . 2502 Ingalls Avenue , Pascagoula, MS 39567. (228) 762-2364/(228) 762-5765 [email protected] *Veasley, Mary Ann (Nelson): (PL) (AA) 12/27/1954. Ailesville Charge, 09- . 6071 Attala Rd. 2247 , Kosciusko, MS 39090. /(662) 289-6422 [email protected] *Vinson, Stephen Lee (Vicki): (FE) (WA) 8/22/1954. MS Meth. Senior Services, 07- . P. O. Box 1567 , Tupelo, MS 38802. (662) 844-8977/(662) 842-8209 [email protected]

Waddell, Charles E (Kathy): (FE) (WA) 5/1/1954. PM-84; D-84; E-87; FC-87. Wesley Chapel-Oak Grove, 77-79; Mt. Olive-Ovett, 79-82; Candler School of Theology, 82-85; Hattiesburg, Oak Grove, 85-92; Forest Hill, 92-96; Collins-Eminence, 96-02; Columbus: Wesley, 02-03; Leave-Incapacity, 03-06; Prentiss-Santee, 06-3/1/10; Incapacity Leave, 3/1/10- . PO Box 1000 , Crystal Springs, MS 39059. / [email protected] *Wages, Cecil Jerry (Kay): (PL) (WA) 11/28/1938. Tutwiller Parish / Webb-Sumner. 103 Acorn Ln , Batesville, MS 38606. (662) 563-5860/(662) 563-5860 [email protected] Waits, James Leggett (Fentress): (RE) (WA) 12/11/1935. Retired. 688 Clifton Rd., NE , Atlanta, GA 30307. /(404) 378-5999 Walker, Marjorie (): (FE) (AA) 4/12/1960. PM-1990; D-1986; E-1990; FC-1990. Student, Gammon Seminary, 84-87; Jackson, Aldersgate, 87-89; Kynett/ Pilgrim 89-91. Lampton-New Zion, 91-93; Pascagoula-Gautier, 93-95; Wesley Barlow, 95-96; Maxwell AFB, 96-99; VA Medical Center, 99-2000; Waynesboro Circuit, 2000-2002; Itta Bena: Samuel Chapel / WF MVSU, 02. PO Box 612 , Itta Bena, MS 38941. /(662) 254-7109 [email protected] Walker, Rogers (): (RE) (AA) 2/3/1920. Retired. PO Box 1591 , Tupelo, MS 38802. (662) 844- 1091/(662) 844-1091 *Wallace, James L (Sally): (FL) (WA) 6/23/1948. Tishomingo: First, 04-05; Wheeler-Meadow Creek, 05-06; Pisgah, 06-. 4192 Magnolia-Pisgah Rd , Summit, MS 39666. (601) 684-1140/(601) 684-1140 [email protected] *Wallace, Jonathan Darrell (Jessica): (FE) (WA) 9/28/1981. PE-07; FE-10. Hattiesburg: Parkway Heights (Asoc), 07- . 2420 Hardy St , Hattiesburg, MS 39401. (601) 544-7873/ jonathanwallace@ parkwayheights.org *Wallace, Raiford Payne Jr (Gatha): (RE) (WA) 7/14/1937. Retired. P.O. Box 26 , Baldwyn, MS 38824. /(662) 365-5104 [email protected] Wallace, William Lynn Jr (Ida): (RE) (WA) 10/21/1921. Retired. 405 Manchester , New Albany, MS 38652. (662) 534-5972/(662) 534-5972 Walley, C Nelson (Evelyn): (RE) (WA) 4/2/1926. Retired. 217 Methodist Blvd Apt 261 , Hattiesburg, MS 39402. /(601) 261-9902 Walter, Donald E (Patricia): (RE) (WA) 10/12/1928. Retired. 916 Woodbridge Cr , Dilworth, MN 56529. /(218) 287-5370 [email protected] Ward, Charles Patrick (Sarah): (FL) (WA) 5/5/1982. Oxford: The Orchard, 07- . 106 Shelbi Pl , 80 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

Oxford, MS 38655. /(662) 255-8585 [email protected] *Ward, Eddie Eugene (Emma Sue): (PL) (AA) 5/26/1954. Lambert Circuit, 97-2003; Trinity, 03. PO Box 1281 , University, MS 38677. (662) 234-4155/(662) 234-3016 [email protected] *Ward, Emma Sue (Eddie Eugene): (PL) (AA) 1/24/1960. Lambert Circuit, 97-2003; Trinity, 03 POB 1281 , University, MS 38677. (662) 915-7464/(662) 234-3016 [email protected] Ware, Clint Edward (Cheri Ann): (FE) (WA) 5/22/1971. FC-02. Americus Parish: Crossroads-Refuge, 2000-2003; Hattiesburg: Main Street, 03-06; Avon-Glen Allen, 06-08; Clinton: First (Assoc), 08- . 100 Mt Salus Road , Clinton, MS 39056. (601) 924-6671/ *Warren, Gilman DeWayne (Carol Diann): (FE) (WA) 12/30/1968. PE 06; E-09, FC-09. North Bend- New Hope, 2000-04; US Army, 04-05; Noxapator, 05-08; Shuqualak-Macedonia, 08- . P. O. Box 41 , Shuqualak, MS 39361. (662) 793-4757/(662) 793-4782 [email protected] *Washburn, Sammy Joe (Linda): (AM) (WA) 7/31/1950. Tippah Circuit, 86-89, Smithville 89-2001; Mooreville, 01. PO Box 130 , Mooreville, MS 38857. (662) 840-3600/(662) 844-6293 sjw144@gmail. com Wasson, Lockett Alton (Marcia): (RE) (WA) 1/1/1911. Retired. 715 S Natchez St , Kosciusko, MS 39090. (662) 289-2869/(662) 289-2869 *Watson, Douglas Monroe (Diane Lynn): (FE) (WA) 12/7/1966. PM 94; D 94; E 00; FC 00. Batesville, First Associate, 93-94; Mentorum, 94-97; Pachuta, 97-99; Moss Point: Big Point-Wilson Springs, 99-02; Moss Point: Big Point-Red Hill, 02-03; Independence-Hebron, 03-07; Pearl: McLaurin Heights, 07- 08; Family Leave, 6/8/08-09; Burns-Gasque Chapel - Pleasant Hill, 09- . 404 Briars Bend , Brandon, MS 39042. / [email protected] *Watson, Todd Owen (): (FE) (WA) 3/24/1965. PE 06; E-09; FC-09. Jackson: Wells Memorial, 05-06; Jackson: Wells Memorial/Clinton: St. John, 06-. 749 Willaneel Dr , Jackson, MS 39204. (601) 353- 0658/(601) 942-3690 [email protected] *Watts, Everette Ray (): (RE) (WA) 2/3/1926. Retired. Jackson: Emmanuel-Everett, 91- . 401 Garden Park Cove , Brandon, MS 39047. (601) 372-9424/(769) 251-0359 [email protected] *Wax, Benjamin (Hilda Marie): (FE) (AA) 12/7/1942. OT-1970; D; 1970; E-1972; FC-1972. Ailesville, 65-66; Not Listed, 66-67; Indianola-Rasberry, 67-69; Columbus Circuit, 69-76; Aberdeen: St. Peter, 76. 60536 Smithville Rd , Smithville, MS 38870. /(662) 651-4556 [email protected] Way, Joseph C (Ruth): (RE) (WA) 6/24/1934. Retired. 3315 Parker Dr , Georgetown, TX 78628. /(512) 869-6507 [email protected] *Weaver, Betty (Phillips): (FL) (WA) 7/18/1948. Gulfport: Trinity assoc., 06- 5007 Lawson Avenue , Gulfport, MS 39507. (228) 863-2717/(228) 875-1163 [email protected] *Webb, Robert Steven (Sheila): (FL) (WA) 4/3/1966. Mount Olive (Jones County) / Ovett, 02-05; Wayne Haven, 05-07; Williamsburg, 07-. 220 Yates Rd , Collins, MS 39428. /(601) 765-8741 rowebb16@ bellsouth.net *Webster, Carolyn Fulgham (H Wayne): (FD) (WA) 9/27/1949. D-97; FC-97. Vicksburg: Crawford Street, 97-2000; Edwards St. Fellowship, 2000-2003; Faith Junction, 03-05; Sartinville, 05-08; Summit, 08- ; Brookhaven District (Staff), 10- . PO Box 1355 , Summit, MS 39666. (601) 818-0344/(601) 818- 0344 [email protected] *Webster, H Wayne (Carolyn Fulgham): (FE) (WA) 5/2/1949. PM-1979; D-1979; E-1981; FC-1981. Seminary, Candler School of Theology, 78-80; Oxford, South, 80-81; Coffeeville, 81-85; Associate, Starkville, First, 85-88; Olive Branch, 88-93; Meridian, Poplar Springs Drive, 93-97; Vicksburg, Crawford Street, 97-2000; Laurel: First, 00-05; Brookhaven: First, 05- . PO Box 358 , Brookhaven, MS 39602. (601) 833-3519/(601) 833-2429 [email protected] *Wells, Richard C (Charlene M): (PL) (WA) 4/20/1954. Tishamingo Charge, 05-06; Hopewell-Indian Springs, 06-. 1121 CR 339 , Falkner, MS 38629. (662) 993-8708/(601) 262-5418 wellsfalkner@yahoo. com *Whatley, Milton Thomas (Cindy): (FE) (WA) 10/9/1954. PM-83; D-83; E-86; FC-86. Eupora Circuit, 79-81; Seminary, Memphis Theological Seminary, 81-84; Oxford, North, 81-84; Carrollton, 84-86; Shaw-Delta State University Wesley Foundation, 86-88, Avon-Glen Allen, 88-89; Moorhead Sunflower, 89-91; Prentiss, 91-94; Gaines Chapel/Mt. Carmel, 94-96; Bay Springs/Sylvarena, 96-00; Forest: First, 00-03; Shannon, 03-05; Greenville: Grace, 05-07; Jackson: Epworth, 07-08; Greenfield, 07- ; Puckett, 08-09; Holly Springs: First, 09- . POB 147 , Holly Springs, MS 38635. (662) 252-1439/(662) 252-2194 [email protected] *White, Creighton Delon (Catrina): (PE) (WA) 3/21/1963. PE-08. Pelahatchie-Gulde, 99-04; New The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 81

Albany: Calvary, 04- . 318 Tate Ave , New Albany, MS 38652. (662) 534-5144/ cdwhite_39145@yahoo. com White, David Franklin (): (FE) (WA) 7/31/1955. Leave-Voluntary; Candler, 05. Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary 100 E. 27th Street, Austin, TX 78705. (512) 404-4839/ dwhite@austinseminary. edu *White, Gilbert Edwin (Sharon): (FE) (WA) 10/12/1951. PE-2004: E-2007; FC-2007; Americus Parish: Pleasant Hill-Salem. 1172 River Rd , Lucedale, MS 39452. (601) 947-7888/(601) 947-4558 [email protected] *White, Harold Claude (Donna): (FE) (WA) 11/19/1951. PM-97; D-97; E-2000; FC-2000. Spring Ridge, 98-2003; Vicksburg: Gibson Memorial, 03-06; Richland, 06-07; Madison: St. Matthew’s (Assoc), 07- . 1635 Cleary Rd , Florence, MS 39073. (601) 856-9581/(601) 932-8849 crispycritter_65@hotmail. com White, Justin Warren (): (PD) (WA) . PD-10. Nanih Waiya, 10- ; Starkville District (Staff), 10- . 820 Palmer Road , Louisville, MS 39339. / [email protected] White, Kenneth Leon (Kim): (PL) (WA) 3/8/1965. Longtown-Pleasant Grove, 02-05; Pleasant Grove, 05. 5212 Lyles Rd , Senatobia, MS 38668. (662) 562-9199/(662) 562-9199 [email protected] *White, Larry Gene (Debbie): (FE) (WA) 1/2/1955. PM-1984; D-1984; E-1986; FC-1986. Seminary, Asbury Theological Seminary, 82-84; Louise-Silver City, 84-87; New Hope-Sweetwater, 87-90; Antioch, 90-94; Escatawpa, 94-02; Wiggins: First, 02. PO Box 278 , Wiggins, MS 39577. (601) 928-4880/(601) 928-4600 [email protected] *White, Victoria Leigh (): (FE) (WA) 2/16/1958. PM-1985; D-1985; E. 1988; FC-1988. Seminary, Vanderbilt, 83-86; Minister of Youth And Education. New Albany, First, 86-89; Wesley Foundation, Delta State University and Boyle, 89-95; Ruleville, 95-99; Tylertown, 99-.04; Byhalia-Fountainhead, 05- 07; Greenwood District, 07- ; Senatobia Districtttt (Co), 10- . 102 East Claiborne Suite D , Greenwood, MS 38930. (662) 453-0878/(662) 453-5430 [email protected] Whited, Linda Robinson (Jim): (FD) (WA) 2/25/1948. D-97; FC-97. Cleveland, First, 79-8/81; North MS CCOM, 9/81-1/87; General Bd of Discipleship, 87. 548 McMurray Drive , Nashville, TN 37211. (615) 749-6414/(615) 833-5034 [email protected] *Whitehurst, Martin Dwain (Carolyn): (FE) (WA) 10/10/1948. PM-1993; D-1993; FC-1997; E-1997. Walnut, 91-96; Wheeler/Meadow Creek, 96-2000; Iuka: South, 00-07; Carolina-Pisgah, 07-10; Shady Grove, 10- . 924 Taylor St. , Corinth, MS 38835. /(662) 287-2276 [email protected] *Whiteside, Hugh Smith (Vivian): (RE) (WA) 1/12/1918. Retired. 947 Church (South) , Louisville, MS 39339. /(662) 773-6115 *Whiteside, Robert E (Sallie): (RE) (WA) 10/15/1939. OT-68, D-68, E-70, FC-70. Retired-05. Macon: First, 09- . P. O. Box 162 , Macon, MS 39341. (662) 726-5590/(662) 323-6154 bobnsallie@bellsouth. net Whitley, Clifton Reive Jr (Zetta): (RE) (AA) 4/12/1933. Retired. 20385 Egypt Rd , Aberdeen, MS 39730. (662) 369-4581/(662) 369-4581 Whitlock, Mont Dale (Annette): (RE) (WA) 10/17/1935. Retired. 4488 Union Ave. , Nettleton, MS 38858. (662) 963-3850/(662) 963-3850 [email protected] Whitt, Sue Yeager (Jerry): (RE) (WA) 7/18/1943. Retired. 355 Alexander St. , Memphis, TN 38111. / [email protected] Wicker, Richard F. Jr. (Louise): (RE) (WA) 3/27/1929. Retired. 5136 Violet Bank Dr. , Virginia Beach, VA 23464. /(757) 467-5490 Wicker, William H (): (RE) (WA) 1/11/1930. Retired. 18 Nancy Ln , Hattiesburg, MS 39401. /(601) 408-2774 *Wilburn, Danny (Sandra (Sandy)): (FL) (WA) 3/18/1967. Beldon, 06- P. O. Box 66 , Belden, MS 38826. (662) 840-6900/(662) 840-6900 [email protected] *Wilburn, Rex Alan (Pam): (FE) (WA) 4/11/1962. PM 96; D 96; FC-99; E-99. Salem/Union Hill, 97- 2001; Bruce, 01. PO Box 429 , Bruce, MS 38915. (662) 983-2418/(662) 983-2417 fumc-bruce@tycom. net Wildmon, Donald E (Lynda): (RE) (WA) 1/18/1938. Retired. 1208 Zentwood Rd , Tupelo, MS 38801. (662) 844-5036/(662) 844-4677 Wilkerson, Jesse Glen (Claire): (RE) (WA) 11/5/1941. Retired. 78 Whispering Pines Drive , Waynesville, NC 28786. /(828) 456-2063 *Wilkerson, William Henry (Ashley): (FE) (WA) 5/24/1977. PE 05; FC 08; FE 08; Ocean Springs: St. 82 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

Paul, 04-07, Benton/Midway, 07- . P O Box 29 , Benton, MS 39039. (662) 673-9781/(662) 673-2697 [email protected] Wilkes, Waid Carroll (Beverly): (RE) (WA) 9/15/1938. Retired. Barton, 03. 8734 Windersgate , Olive Branch, MS 38654. (662) 890-5650/(662) 890-5650 *Wilkinson, Larry Davis Sr (Elizabeth): (AM) (WA) 10/15/1948. Lauderdale. 967 Bonita Dr , Meridian, MS 39301. (601) 679-8806/(601) 485-4264 [email protected] *Williams, Ada Clay (): (FE) (AA) 12/7/1949. PE-06. FE-10. Oktibbeha-Clay Parish, 03-06; Winona: Haven-Carrolton:Vincent, 06- . 302 Allen Circle , Winona, MS 38967. (662) 283-4864/(662) 283-6229 [email protected] *Williams, Donald Boyd (Jorene Stribling): (RE) (WA) 2/27/1936. Retired. 250 Pimlico Dr , Brandon, MS 39042. /(601) 824-3509 [email protected] Williams, J Ron (Betty Buskirk): (RE) (WA) 5/10/1937. Retired. 612 Meadowlane Dr , Aberdeen, MS 39730. (662) 319-6597/(662) 319-6597 [email protected] Williams, Jack (Vetrice): (RE) (WA) 1/8/1923. Retired. 2202 Weston Dr , Corinth, MS 38834. (662) 286-2751/(662) 286-2751 [email protected] Williams, James Alexander Jr (Betty Bell): (RE) (WA) 6/25/1947. Retired. 1573 Dupont Harts Chapel Rd , Poplarville, MS 39470. /(601) 403-9797 *Williams, Leslie Keith (Beverly Murphy): (FE) (WA) 1/22/1961. PM-1986; D-1986; E-1989; FC- 1989. Mathiston, 81-84; Candler School of Theology, 84-87; Maben 87-89; Columbus, St. Stephen, 89-91; West Webster Parish/ Wood College, 91-94; Maben, 94-98; New Hope, 98-2000; Pontotoc: Fairview/Robbs, 00-06; Grenada: Grace-Gore Springs, 06-07; Chapel Hill, 07-08; Myrtle.Ebenezer, 08-10; Baldwyn: First, 10- . 340 Grisham St. , Baldwyn, MS 38824. (662) 365-5818/ [email protected] *Williams, Martha Marie Coffee (): (FE) (AA) 11/24/1951. PE 05; FC 08; FE 08; Louisville: Wesley, 00-05; John Wesley-Walden Chapel, 05-; Wesley Fdn. HCC, 06-09; Meridian: St. Paul-St. Elizabeth, 09- . 1210 28th Avenue , Meridian, MS 39301. (601) 553-0663/(601) 553-0663 *Williams, Richard C (Janice F): (AM) (WA) 5/20/1955. D-in Associate Membership-02. Desoto Charge, 93-98; Coker’s Chapel, 98-2000; Rials Creek, 2000-02; Concord / Enterprise, 02-05; DeKalb- Union, 05-10; Americus Parish: Crossroads-Refuge, 10- . 2268 River Road , Lucedale, MS 39452. (601) 947-4178/(601) 947-4178 [email protected] *Williams, Rick (Marian Agner): (FE) (WA) 6/14/1955. PM-95; D-95; E-98; FC-98. Greenleaf/ Palestine, 95-99; Southaven: Faith, 99-04; Lifespring. 8914 Greenbrook Parkway , Southaven, MS 38671. (662) 393-7973/ [email protected] *Williams, Rose Mary Hayes (Theodore R): (FE) (AA) 10/1/1944. E 06, FC 06. D-in Associate Membership-02 Delisle: Mt. Zion, 96. PO Box 444 , Gulfport, MS 39502. (228) 255-2820/(228) 864- 4299 [email protected] Williams, Sam Kelly (Janice Sewell): (RE) (WA) 7/5/1939. Retired. 713 CR 505 , Stephenville, TX 76401. (254) 968-4193/(254) 965-2993 [email protected] *Williams, Terry (Helen J): (PL) (AA) 8/6/1966. Georgeville, 08- . 100 Hodges Drive , Greenwood, MS 38930. (662) 299-1526/(662) 455-7839 [email protected] *Williams, Theodore Roosevelt Jr (Rose Mary): (AM) (AA) 2/17/1941. Delisle: Mt. Zion, Associate, 02 -04; Pass Christian: St. Paul, 04. PO Box 444 , Gulfport, MS 39502. (228) 452-7105/(228) 864-4299 [email protected] *Williams, Willie (Renee): (PL) (AA) 11/4/1955. Barwick/Tillman, 98-2002; Rollins, 02. PO Box 622 , Webb, MS 38966. /(662) 375-8325 [email protected] *Williamson, Jerry Monroe (Ruth Elaine): (RE) (WA) 1/2/1932. Retired. Madden, 98- . PO Box 35 , Madden, MS 39109. /(601) 298-0864 *Williamson, John Cecil (Julie): (RE) (WA) 11/16/1931. Retired. 210 Woodlawn Rd , Starkville, MS 39759. (662) 323-7857/(662) 323-6689 *Willis, William Edward (Allyson): (FD) (WA) 12/23/1968. FD 05. Tupelo: The Orchard Associate, 2000-04; Wesley Foundation DSU, 04-10; Wesley Fdn. Ole Miss, 10- . P O Box 755 , Oxford, MS 38652. / [email protected] Willoughby, David James (Joan Carolyn): (FE) (WA) 12/13/1947. PM-74; D-74; E- . Antioch & Glade, Laurel 76-78; Hattiesburg, West Lake, 78-1/81; Biloxi, Coalville-1977; FC, 1977. Seminary, lliff School of Theology, 73-76; White Plains, 1/81-6/84; Meridian, Andrew Chapel, 84-85; Leave of Absence, 85-88; D.S. Appointment, Holly Bush & Andrew Chapel, 10/85-6/88; Lucedale, Crossroads & Refuge, 88-91; Drew, First, 91-94; Greenville. Grace, 94-98; Forest Hill, 98-; Hazlehurst: First, 02-05; Heidelberg- The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 83

Sandersville, 05-07; Incapacity Leave, 07- . 110 Crimson Ln , Brandon, MS 39042. /(601) 824-2975 *Wilson, David Brooks (Nan): (FL) (WA) 10/27/1950. Sumrall, 01-07; Petal, 07- . 239 Cross Creek Dr , Petal, MS 39465. (601) 582-0440/ [email protected] #Wilson, Earl III (Camilla): (FE) (AA) 6/11/1971. E-07; FC-07; Jackson: Anderson (Assoc), 05-10; US Navy (Chaplain), 10- . 706 Colonial Circle , Jackson, MS 39211. (601) 982-3997/(601) 899-5827 [email protected] *Wilson, Jacob Dale (Margaret): (PE) (WA) 8/30/1982. PE-08. Jackson: Alta Woods (Assoc), 08- ; Byram: New Covenant, 09- . 109 Alta Woods Blvd , Jackson, MS 39204. / [email protected] *Wilson, Jerome (LaTanya): (PL) (AA) . Starkville: Rock Hill, 07- . 409 Airline Rd. , Columbus, MS 39702. /(662) 328-6395 *Wimberley, Audrey Rebecca (): (RD) (WA) 4/15/1940. Retired. 1730 W Sudan Circle , Greenville, MS 38701. /(662) 332-1297 [email protected] *Windham, Sarah Faye (Edwin): (FL) (WA) 2/15/1956. Lake Charge, 00-07; Mamie C. Weaver, 07-09; Wayne Haven, 07-10; Providence, 09-10; West Point; Christ, 10- . 1230 Oak Drive , West Point, MS 39773. /(662) 492-8966 [email protected] *Winstead, Henry Gladstone Jr (Anne Brooks): (RE) (WA) 7/30/1937. Retired. 13 Dornach St , Hattiesburg, MS 39401. /(601) 584-9412 [email protected] Winstead, Roy Allen (Wilma): (RE) (WA) 6/6/1935. Retired. 155 Forest Ridge Drive , Brandon, MS 39042. (601) 824-7721/ [email protected] Wiygul, Glyn Owen (Martha): (RE) (WA) 6/7/1929. Retired. 201 Pierce Town Rd , Fulton, MS 38843. (662) 862-4668/(662) 862-4668 Wiygul, James Hershel (Faye): (RE) (WA) 12/31/1927. Retired. 1411 Pinecrest Dr , Tupelo, MS 38804. (662) 680-4710/(662) 680-4710 Wood, John Calvin (Gail): (RA) (WA) 3/2/1939. AM-90. Bond, 85-90; Lauderdale, 90-94; Pleasant Grove/Winchester, 94-96; Scooba/Binnsville, 96-2003; Bay Springs-Holders, 03. 868 Anding/Oil City Rd , Bentonia, MS 39040. / [email protected] Wood, Ruth Mayhew (): (RE) (WA) 8/10/1925. Retired. 620 Washington St , Booneville, MS 38829. (662) 728-3769/(662) 728-3769 *Woodall, Diane L (Harold): (PL) (WA) 9/8/1950. Summit Associate, 97-2001; Washington-Church Hill, 01-08; Liberty, 08- . PO Box 406 , Liberty, MS 39645. /(601) 657-5566 [email protected] *Woodall, Edward Eugene Jr (Rosemary Johnson): (RE) (WA) 7/16/1940. Retired. 111 Acorn Ln , Batesville, MS 38606. (662) 563-4534/(662) 563-3754 [email protected] Woodard, Robert Thomas (Frances M): (RE) (WA) 12/28/1931. Retired. 715 Greensboro St , Starkville, MS 39759. /(662) 323-6391 Woodard, Susan Lee (): (FE) (WA) 6/4/1960. PM-1985; D-1985; E-1988; FC-1988. Seminary, Drew, 83-86; Pope Charge, 86-90. Wesson, 90-93; Family Leave, 93-94; ACCOM Staff, 95-01; Alpha Project, 01. 1000 E Hickory St , Ellisville, MS 39437. /(601) 213-0453 [email protected] *Woodrick, Herbert Lavelle (Patricia Banks): (RE) (WA) 3/27/1930. OT 52, D 53, E 55, FC 54, Retired 95. Cleveland Charge, 08/15/08- . PO Box 146 , Philadelphia, MS 39350. (601) 656-8946/(601) 656-8946 [email protected] *Woodrick, James Rayford Sr (Rosa Ann): (RE) (WA) 5/30/1935. Retired. 353 W Oakleaf Ct , Ridgeland, MS 39159. /(601) 206-1442 [email protected] *Woodward, Jack Little (Nelda): (RE) (WA) 3/7/1929. Retired. 5850 Kings Pl , Jackson, MS 39211. /(601) 957-0203 [email protected] *Wooten, Earl Jack III (April): (FL) (WA) 3/31/1962. Clearmont Harbor / Pearlington, 95-2001; Buckatunna-Stte Line 2001-2003; Americus Parish: Crossroads-Refuge, 03-07; Ebenezer (Holmes)/ Lexington: First, 07-. 410 Spring Street , Lexington, MS 39095. (662) 834-1389/(662) 834-2298 woo- [email protected] Wright, Clovis V (): (RE) (AA) 8/15/1929. Retired. 1394 Will Wright Rd , Meridian, MS 39301. (601) 483-3750/(601) 483-3750 *Wright, David Scott (Denise M): (FE) (WA) 8/27/1969. PM-98; D-98; FE-2001. Enterprise, 96-99; Benton / Midway, 99-2001; Byhalia-Fountainhead, 01-05; Calhoun City: Lewis Memorial, 05. PO Box 14 , Calhoun City, MS 38916. (662) 628-5772/(662) 628-5467 [email protected]

Yearber, Kevin Wilburn (): (PE) (WA) 4/15/1968. PE-09. Homewood-High Hill, 07-10; Boonville: Grace/Thrasher, 10- . 100 Mimosa Dr. , Booneville, MS 38829. / 84 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

Yeates, John Willie (Myra): (RE) (WA) 6/18/1938. Retired. 2206 Finley Dr , Florence, AL 35630. (205) 760-4568/(205) 670-0432 *Yoo, Hongsik (Sunhee): (FE) (As A) 7/15/1963. E 06, FC 06. Liberty, 03-07; Leave, 5/10/07-6/1/07; Desoto, 07- . 244 Paulding St , Shubuta, MS 39360. /(601) 776-0323 [email protected] *Young, Charles Christopher (Rebecca Ann): (FE) (WA) 9/3/1968. PM-1992; D-1992; FC-1995; E-1995. Tupelo, First Associate, 92-95; Ellison-Pickens, 95-99; Longview-Adaton, 99-04; Columbus: Wesley, 04-07; Vicksburg: Hawkins, 07- . 3736 Halls Ferry Rd , Vicksburg, MS 39180. (601) 636- 2242/(601) 619-6937 [email protected] *Young, David Ray (Belinda): (RE) (WA) 10/31/1940. Retired . Kokomo, 08- . 341 Friendship Rd , Columbia, MS 39429. (601) 736-1969/(601) 736-2182 [email protected] *Young, J Daniel (Rebecca): (FE) (WA) 9/7/1952. OT-1975; D-1975; E-1979; FC-1979. Student, 75-78; Pontotoc, North, 78-79; South Tishomingo-Golden, 79-81; Student, Eden Seminary, 81-84; Chaplain, Cardinal Glennor Memorial Hospital, St. Louis, MO, 85-98; Riley Hospital for Children, 98. 9161 Sea Oats Dr , Indianapolis, IN 46250. (317) 948-3888/(317) 585-1449 [email protected] *Young, Paul Winford Sr. (Laura N): (RE) (WA) 3/10/1937. Retired. 40 Susannah Ct , Lake Junaluska, NC 28745. /(828) 454-5301 [email protected] *Youngblood, Rebecca Carol (): (FE) (WA) . OT-1977; D-1977; E-1980; FC-1980. Seminary, Candler School of Theology, 77-79; Associate, Greenwood, St. John’s, 79-83; Mt. Pleasant, 83-85; Oxford, South, 85-86; Cleveland, First-Merigold, 86-92; DS, Vicksburg-West Jackson District, 92-98; Sabbatical, 98-99; Hernando, 99-2001; Iliff Institute for Clergy/Laity, 01-04; Center For Ministry, 05. 1701 N. State St. PO Box 150041, Jackson, MS 39210. (601) 974-1488/(601) 956-3532 [email protected] Youngblood, Wesley (): (RE) (WA) 9/2/1920. Retired. PO Box 720 , Madison, MS 39130. /(601) 607-2376

2. Clergy Serving from Other Conferences/Denominations Kingsbury, Chad D (Katey): (OD) (WA) (Memphis) 2/15/1972. Columbus: First. . PO Box 32, Columbus, MS 39703. (662) 328-5252/(662) 329-2481. [email protected] Brownlee, David (Irene): (OE) (WA) (Notrth Carolina) . Jackson: Christ. . 6000 Old Canton Road, Jackson, MS 39211. (601) 914-7114/(769) 216-3441. [email protected] Clark, John Paul (Karen): (OE) (WA) (Free Methodist) 9/26/1957. Jackson: Christ. . 6000 Old Canton Road, Jackson, MS 39211. (601) 914-7105/(601) 707-7298. [email protected] Rhodes, Cecil Allan (Yviette): (OE) () (Methodist Church of Southern Africa) 8/31/1956. Greenville: Grace. . 205 NE Deer Creek Drive, Leland, MS 38756. (662) 686-2366/(662) 686-4286. cecilrhodes@ bellsouth.net Steveline, David (Alma): (OE) (WA) (Free Methodist) . Hazlehurst: First. . PO Box 725, Hazlehurst, MS 39083. (601) 894-1709/(601) 894-2447. [email protected] Sturm, James Lee (Faye): (OE) (WA) (West Virginia) 12/11/1946. . Methodist Retirement Community. 132 Chalmers Drive, Biloxi, MS 39530. (228) 860-9128/(228) 432-0019. [email protected] Walters, Jon (Mary): (OE) () (South Indiana) . MS UM Choctaw Mission. . 10971 Rd 2606, Choctaw, MS 39350. (601) 656-6127/. [email protected]

3. Diaconal Ministers/Deaconesses Bobo, Len D., (Pam): (DR) (WA) . Retired. Meridian Central, 04- .. 103 Pine Crest Dr, , Union, MS 39365. (601) 693-1521/(601) 774-9096. Carr, Joyce Taylor, (Jimmy): (DR) (WA) 10/5/1942. Retired.. PO Box 67, , Lake Junaluska, NC 28745. (828) 454-6791/(828) 452-6005. [email protected] Conner, Bessie , (): (DR) (WA) 6/25/1930. Retired.. 2800 W Main St Cottage 204A, , Tupelo, MS 38801. (662) 841-9659/(662) 841-9659. Fielder, Herbert Patterson, (Carol): (DM) (WA) 12/14/1975. Retired.. 10090 Eastmore Ln, , Philadelphia, MS 39350. (601) 485-5598/(601) 656-8621. [email protected] Hight, Margaret , (): (DR) (WA) . Retired.. 2800 W Main St Apt 2B, , Tupelo, MS 38801. (662) 844- 8559/(662) 844-8559. Hutchison, Betsy C., (): (DR) (WA) 4/15/1943. Retired.. 4184 Attala Rd. 4153, , Sallis, MS 39160. (662) 289-1412/(662) 289-5600. [email protected] The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 85

Jamison, Addie Mae, (): (DR) (WA) 5/9/1919. Retired.. 2800 W Main St Apt 10-D, , Tupelo, MS 38801. (662) 840-9618/(662) 840-9618. Jones, Julia Estelle, (): (DR) (WA) . Retired.. PO BOX 448, , Eupora, MS 39744. /. Krueger, Nell , (Gerald): (DR) (WA) . Retired.. 2800 West Main Street-Apt 12D, , Tupelo, MS 38801. (662) 844-0841/(662) 844-0841. Magee, Girlie , (): (DR) (AA) . Retired.. 68 Otto Magee Rd, , Tylertown, MS 39667. (601) 876- 3819/(601) 876-3819. Martin, Marian , (Roosevelt): (DR) (AA) . Retired.. 80 Walnut Street, Room 102, Atlanta, GA 30314. (770) 774-1094/(770) 774-1094. Morris, Freida , (): (DR) (Ot) . Retired.. 266 Merrimom Ave, , Asheville, NC 28801. /. Roberts, Kenneth R., (): (DR) (WA) 6/11/1935. Retired.. 5254 Wayneland Dr, , Jackson, MS 39211. (601) 899-5805/(601) 353-9691. [email protected] Staggs, Lou Ann, (John): (Deaconess) (WA) 9/23/1955. New Albany District (Staff). P.O. Box 686, , New Albany, MS 38652. (601) 534-7733/(601) 538-6042. [email protected] Tyson, Carolyn Anderson, (): (DR) (WA) 8/31/1930. Retired.. PO Box 5037, , Holly Springs, MS 38634. /(662) 252-7525. [email protected] Walker, Edgar , (Jan): (DM) (WA) . Hattiesburg: Main St., 89- .. PO Box 1009, , Hattiesburg, MS 39403. (601) 582-5557/(601) 570-7042. Wood, Diane , (): (DM) (WA) . . P O Box 6155, , Choctaw, MS 39350. (601) 389-1900/(601) 656-9106. [email protected] Woodall, Rosemary , (Edward): (DR) (WA) 5/10/1947. Retired.. 111 Acorn Ln, , Batesville, MS 38606. (662) 563-4535/(662) 563-3754. [email protected]

4. Supply Pastors Barnes, Paul V, (Sandra): (SY) (WA) 4/20/1956. Pleasant Hill-Thornton. 2 Biedenharn Dr, Vicksburg, MS 39183. (601) 631-5571/(601) 634-8701. [email protected] Burns, J B, (Cornelia): (SY) (WA) 6/19/1936. Iuka: South. 1020 Maud Rd, Cherokee, AL 35616. (256) 360-2252/(256) 360-2252. [email protected] Cagle, Jonathan , (Jana): (SY) (WA) 11/4/1978. East Prentiss Parish. 1406 Wenasoga Rd., Corinth, MS 38835. (662) 664-3571/(662) 287-3935. [email protected] Cain, Glenn Allen, (Wyonda): (SY) (WA) 1/23/1933. D’Lo-Bethany. 102 Belle Meade Blvd, Flowood, MS 39232. /(601) 992-3370. Colyer, Phillip , (): (SY) (AA) 7/28/1960. Prairie Mount. PO BOX 141, Ripley, MS 38663. /(662) 837-8465. Dominy, Robert Cleveland, (Julie): (SY) (WA) 5/31/1954. Chunky. 232 Jones Street, Chunky, MS 39323. /(601) 453-5520. [email protected] Garvin, Joe Edward, (Patti): (SY) (WA) 10/14/1948. Montrose-Garlandville. 508 Southeast Cir, HAT, MS 39402. /(601) 264-8536. Greer, Grover , (): (SY) (WA) . Holly Bluff. P.O. Box 538, Anguilla, MS 38721. /(662) 873-6490. [email protected] Harper, Gary , (Karen): (SY) (WA) . Sweetwater. 910 Sams Rd NW, BRO, MS 39601. /(601) 823-4109. [email protected] Irving, Johnny L, (): (SY) (AA) . Barlow Circuit. , , . /(601) 894-5589. Johnson, Calvin Northea, (): (SY) (AA) . Waynesboro: Mt. Zion/Pleasant Ridge. 1096 Old St Peter’s St, State Line, MS 39362. /(601) 383-4046. [email protected] Johnson, Detrick , (Karen): (SY) (AA) . Jackson: Anderson. 103 Buffalo Cove, Clinton, MS 39056. (601) 321-2400 /6019823997/(601) 924-1971. [email protected] Jones, Toby , (): (SY) () . Hopewell MarsHill. 4690 Bogue Chitto Rd SE, McCall Creek, MS 39647. /(601) 551-2115. [email protected] Lackey, Charles Anthony, (): (SY) () . Holly Springs: Asbury-St. Marys. 423 Hwy 334, Pontotoc, MS 38863. (662) 489-4811/(662) 488-0403. [email protected] Langford, Howard Charles, (Fredean S): (SY) (WA) 8/23/1940. Lyon. 514 Maple St, Marks, MS 38646. (662) 624-6218/. [email protected] Lewellyn, Dennis , (): (SY) () . Lorman. 1717 Robinson Street, Natchez, MS 39120. /. drlew77@yahoo. com 86 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

Lytle, Robert, (Deborah): (SY) (WA) 9/6/1954. Wiggins: Bond. 11268 Creek Drive, Gulfport, MS 39503. (228) 860-5572/(228) 860-5572. [email protected] McFarland, George Max, Jr (Sandra Cecile): (SY) (WA) 5/19/1938. Cayuga-Rocky Springs. PO Box 891, Raymond, MS 39154. /. McGehee, Hollis , (Prudence): (SY) (WA) 12/3/1953. Ebenezer. 311 West Michigan St, McComb, MS 39648. /. [email protected] McLaurin, William C, (): (SY) (WA) . HAT: Grandview. 119 Ned Dillard Rd, Heidelberg, MS 39439. /(601) 433-9826. Newton, Gary Thomas, (Linda): (SY) (WA) 11/24/1942. Como Parish. 717 Strayhorn St, SEN, MS 38668. (662) 562-4831/(662) 562-4831. Parker, Jonathan McNeil Lowry, (Celeste): (SY) (AA) 8/14/1965. Corinth: Mt. Moriah. 454 Hwy 6 West, Oxford, MS 38655. /(662) 234-2527. [email protected] Rhodes, John B, (Irene): (SY) (WA) 12/18/1950. Water Valley: North Main. #6 Harmon Circle, Batesville, MS 38606. (662) 563-3824/(662) 563-9132. [email protected] Tapp, Richard , (Ginger): (SY) (WA) 3/8/1953. Batson. 130 Davis Rd, Petal, MS 39465. (601) 545- 4622/(601) 544-3439. [email protected] Terrell, Jesse , (): (SY) () . Liberty Circuit. 1011 Clark Lane, Hazlehurst, MS 39083. /(601) 894-1364. Wiginton, Mary Ann, (): (SY) (WA) 10/25/1939. Pass Christian: First. 12227 Sheffield Road, Gulfport, MS 39503. (228) 861-1339/(228) 832-9398. [email protected] Williams, Dorothy , (): (SY) (AA) . Natchez: St Johns. 100 Maddock Ave., McComb, MS 39648. /(601) 684-2994. Williams, Jefferson Edington, (Frances): (SY) (WA) 7/25/1941. Lena. 229 Kiowa Dr., Madison, MS 39110. (601) 605-0983/(601) 856-8313. [email protected] Williams, Sheldon Vernard, Sr (Shavonda L): (SY) (AA) 7/19/1962. Spring Hill. 25 Howard Road, Goodman, MS 39079. /(601) 906-3574. Willis, Steve , Sr (): (SY) () . McComb: St. Paul. 2048 S Pat Harrison Dr, Crystal Springs, MS 39059. /(601) 892-1630. Wyatt, Betty , (): (SY) (WA) . Wayne Haven. 207 Pleasant Grove-Chapparal Rd, Waynesboro, MS 39367. /. [email protected] The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 87

B. Lay Members Of The Annual Conference Members And/Or Reserve Members Who Attended The 2010 Session * Denotes those registered at Annual Conference Brookhaven District Equalization Members *Conference Lay Leader Dist UMY President – *Connie Felter – Tim Crisler *Dist Young Adult (Age *Ruth Lambert *Diaconal Minister – Girlie 18–30) – Emily Mote *Laurie Lewis Magee *Dist Youth (Age 12–17) Barbara Mingee *Dist Lay Leader – Pat – Amy Evans *Ansel Mote Smith *Deaconess – Earnestine *Jimmie Sartin Dist Lay Speaker – Debra Varnado *Lenor Snyder Christmas *Garland Brent *Alfredia Wallace Dist UMW President Kim Burkett *Steve Willis – Virginia Case *Mike Corban

Lay Members Elected by the Charge Conference Adams – James Laird * Liberty – Cindy Edwards Barlow – Liberty Circuit – Barlow Circuit – * Lorman – Mary Grace Gibson Beauregard – Billie Cook * Loyd Star: New Hope – Shirley Calcote * Bethel – Jeri Wallace * Magnolia: First – Lem Mitchell Bridgeville–New Hope – Carey Terrell Magnolia: St. James – Geneva Patterson Brandon Bay / St. James – * Mallalieu – Harold Weeks Brookhaven: First – Charles Campbell * McComb: Centenary – Andrea Sanders * Brookhaven: Jackson Street – Sarah Lloyd McComb: Pearl River Ave – Jewell Lovett Brookhaven: Kynett – Emelda Bryant McComb: St. Paul – Rosalyn Jordan Bude – * Meadville – Bo Gabbert * Centreville – Christian Trantham * Monticello – Tyrone Butler Columbia Circuit – Earl Cleland Mount Carmel – Robert Whitehead * Columbia Valley–Hub Chapel – Bonnie * Mt Pleasant–Adams – Mary Trimble Dillon * Natchez: Grace – Virginia Salmon * Columbia: First – Glen Dillard * Natchez: Jefferson Street – Bryant Reed * Crystal Springs: New Zion – Brenda * Natchez: Jefferson Street – Jean Reed Benson Natchez: Lovely Lane–Kingston – Susan * Crystal Springs–Mt. Pleasant – Jim Mingee Waddell Natchez: St Johns – Vivian Toussaint Ebenezer – Tom Hancock * New Bethel / Oak Grove – Annie Magee Fayette–Community – Mary Everett * New Fork–Thirkield – Chris Cager * Felder – Suzette Blanton New Hebron / Bethesda – Debbie Bush Felder – Glenae Atchison New Hope Memorial – Veronica Harvey Foxworth – Pisgah – Loretta Easley Gallman – Betty Harper * Pleasant Grove – Connie Ard Georgetown–Providence – Francis Beasley * Pleasant Valley–Zion Ridge – Haywood Gloster – Crawford * Hazlehurst: First – Jack Yates Roxie – Hazlehurst: Mt Sinai – Sheryl Newsome Saint Mary’s–Mount Salem – Johnnie Hopewell – Sue Fortenberry Banks Johnston Chapel – Rick Taylor Sandy Hook – Angela McMullin Kokomo – Martha Toney Sartinville – Virginia Lambert * Lampton: New Zion–St. Paul – Juanita * St. Paul – Albert Brown Franklin * Summit – Bill DeLong 88 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

Sweetwater – Dorothy Wittig Blackwood * Tilton – Jewel Dunaway Wesson: Decell Memorial – Jim Lightsey * Tylertown – Truly Conerly White Oak – John Crisler * Union Church – Ruthie Stampley * Woodville–Macedonia – W.C. Reed Washington–Church Hill – Mac East Jackson District Equalization Members Episcopal Committee *Dist. UMW President *Gay Huff – Bobbye Carter – June Bragg *Dorothy Redd *Pensions Committee – Ed Dist. UMY President Laura Rounsaville Jones – Andrea Camp *Laura Sappington *CFA – Duane O’Neill *Dist. Young Person (age *Martha Scarbrough *Dist. Lay Leader – LaToya 18–30) – Hyland Keen *Janice Stenmark Redd Dist. Youth (age 12–17) *David Stotts Dist Lay Speaker – Richard – Courtney Jones *Melba Watkins Henley *Betty Brown *Woody Woodrick *Dist. UMM President – Ira *Dessie Greer Kynerd *Amy Higginbothan

Lay Members Elected by the Charge Conference * Andrew Chapel – Bob Coy * Green Grove – Bobbye Carter * Brandon: First – Barbara Collier * Greer Chapel – Glenda Shavers–Boyd * Brandon: First – Martha Currie Harperville – Myra Cochran * Brandon: First – Alvin Wells * Harrisville – Bernice Rice Brandon: New Church – Holly Bush – Sarah Stewart * Brandon: Trinity – Lawrence Walker Homewood – Janice Burt * Braxton – Mable Everett Independence – Edgar Purvis * Burns–Gasque Chapel–Pleasant Hill * Jackson: Christ – Bill Clement – Flora Headrick * Jackson: Christ – Bill Cooke * Canton – Alice Scott * Jackson: Christ – Carter Haines * Canton: First – Belinda Roark * Jackson: Christ – Jack Simpson Canton: First – Becky Chandler * Jackson: Christ – Don Meiners Canton: Little Zion – Jackson: St. Mark – Nan Moak Canton: St. John – Nona Parker * Jackson: St. Mark – Marlys Vaughn * Carthage: First – H. V. Neal Jackson: St. Mark – Kelvin Keeton * Carthage: Greenwood Chapel – Marjorie * Jackson: St. Mark – Phil Miracle Smith Johnson Chapel – Ralph Bellamy * Carthage: Wesley – Delbra Luckett * Kalem – Jean Harvey Conway – Shelia Evans Lena – Kelly Langford * Crossgates – Sheri Blankenship * Lillian Charge: Sylvester /Union – Curron * Crossgates – Lucien Bourgeois Bates * Crossgates – Larry Cruise * Lodebar – Jerry Willis * Crossgates – Johnny Johnson Lone Pine – Linda Rayner D’Lo–Bethany – John Phillips Madden – Sheary Swain Drakes – Ophelia Shelton Madison – Bob Hughes * Evergreen – Chan Smith * Madison – Ed Jones * Fannin – Carol Tubbs * Madison – Patsy McCarty * Florence: Marvin – Sandra Rushing * Madison: St. Matthew’s – Janis Roberts Flowood – Pamela Malone * Madison: St. Matthew’s – Mary Young * Forest – Nancy Chambers * Madison: St. Matthew’s – Robert Young * Forest Charge – Deborah Qualls * Magee: First – Roy Montz Forest: Trinity Mission Church – * Mendenhall – Rita Johnson Forest Grove – Metro Jackson: New Church – * Freeny–Sabastopol – Beth Alford * Monteray – Francis Delmas Greenfield – Billy Manning Morton Circuit: Christian Banner The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 89

– Robert Jennings Rexford – Morton Circuit: New Chapel – Earnest * Rials Creek – Marlene Welch Jones * Richland – Merle Hudson Morton Circuit: Ebenezer – * Ridgeland: First – Rita Hawthorne * Morton: First – Neva Laseter * Sharon – Jim Woodrick * Mount Pleasant – Willie Myers * Shiloh – Betty Warren * Mountain Ridge – Richard Gibson * Singleton – Marilyn Freeny Pearl: First – Charles Westbrooks * St. James – Flossie Jones Pearl: McLaurin Heights – Kenneth Smith * Taylorsville – Teddy Sullivan * Pelahatchie: First–Gulde – Bob Phillips Thornton Chapel – JoAnne Murphy Pelahatchie: Little Zion – Patsy Watson * Walnut Grove – Marcie Phillips Puckett – Billy Manning * Wesleyanna – Virginia Smith * Raleigh–Unity – Mary Edmund Greenwood District Equalization Members *Conf UMW President *Charles Branch *Danny New – Jackie Pennington *Ben Burt *Renelda Owen *Dist Lay Leader – John *Grace Clarke *Sykes Sturdivant McClay *Bill Cook *Deniece Thomas *Dist UMM President *Scott Crawford *Lacy Tollison – Tommy Barrett *Thomas Jones *Annie Williams *Dist Youth (Age 12–17) *John Kountz *Keirn Wilson – Gracie Lemmon *Vera Latham John Ashley *Luella McClay Lay Members Elected by the Charge Conference Acona–Black Hawk–Enon – Beth Tingle Greenville: Trinity – Jack McNeil * Avon–Glen Allan – Jane Simmons * Greenwood: Decell – Ollie Dillard Barlow – * Greenwood: First–Valley Hill – Robert * Barwick – W D Brown McBryde * Belzoni Circuit – Matilda Burns * Greenwood: First–Valley Hill – Bill Cook * Belzoni: First – Beth Ducrest * Greenwood: St. John’s – Anne Flanagan Benoit–Pace – Dale Ward * Greenwood: St. John’s – Tom Flanagan * Binford Chapel – Leroy Nash Greenwood: Wesley – Regena Lucas Boyle–Linn – Travis Cooper * Grenada: First – Turner Trapp Carrollton – Glenda Jones Grenada: Grace–Gore Springs – David Chapel Hill – Mike Newsom Hartley * Cleveland: First – ElizaBeth Beckham * Grenada: Vincent – Donna Hardiman * Cleveland: St. Luke–Shipman Chapel * Holcomb – Bevelyn Shepherd – Blake McGaughy * Hollandale – Robert Burford * Columbiana–Midway – Cathey Curtis * Indianola: Christ – Sammy Ely * Drew – Janie Wilson * Indianola: First – Turner Arant * Durant: First–West – Betty Williamson * Indianola: First – Russell Black Ebenezer (Holmes) – Nolan OReilly * Indianola: Rasberry – Sterling Smith Ebenezer: Mt. Zion – Carol Anderson * Inverness–Caile–Isola – Jim Sibley * Epworth – Frances Hodges Itta Bena: First – Franklin – * Itta Bena: Samuel Chapel – Lloyd Porchia * Galilee Treadwell – Sallie Rule * John Wesley–Walden Chapel – Sundea * Georgeville – Hattie Chambers Glover Glendora – Mike Sturdivant * Kilmichael Parish – Tommy Lott * Goodman – Joy Donald * Leland – Mark Weaver * Greenville: First – Conrad Longfellow Lexington: First – Don Barrett Greenville: Grace – * Martin Grove – Perryman Wright Greenville: Hope Ministries – Merigold – Monica Parker * Greenville: Revels – Mary Ann Govan Minter City – Hal Pleasants 90 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

* Moorhead–Sunflower – Joe Acree * Sidon – Ann Gray Mound Bayou: Wesley – Rosie Coleman * Spring Grove–Rocky Hill – Shirley Poplar Springs–Good Hope – Bernell Skinner Saffold Spring Hill – James Cowans III * Rollins – Hull Franklin Union Memorial – Levora Levy * Rosedale–Gunnison – Leo McGee Vaiden – James Alford * Ruleville Circuit – Glenda Beverly Vaiden: Haven – Barbara Tate * Ruleville: First – Kathryn Purcell * Winona: Moore Memorial–New Hope Shady Grove–Kilmichael: Mt. Zion – Joe Moore – Hazel Dorris * Winona:Haven–Carrollton:Vincent Shaw – Sarah Tapley – Sharonda Weathersby Shelby – Lyle Dilworth Hattiesburg District Equalization Members *Diaconal Minister – Edgar – Lillian Putnam Mindy Ratcliff Walker Tyquel Barnes Ricshonda Roberts *Dist Lay Leader – John *Trista Boudreaux *Charley Sue Speed Gavin *Kristen Faggert *Mary Still Dist Lay Speaker – Ryan *Mason Faggert *Shronda Turner Grayson *Shawn Flowers *Brenda Wilkerson *Dist Young Adult – Lauren LaAudrey Hawthorne *Dwight Yates Hutto Rudy New District UMW President *Jolene Page

Lay Members Elected by the Charge Conference * Antioch – Douglas Walters * Hattiesburg: Heritage – Casey Gallaspy * Asbury – Dawson Wilkerson * Hattiesburg: Heritage – Luke Gallaspy Bassfield – Buford Blount * Hattiesburg: Heritage – Jack Ramsey * Batson – Margaret Miller * Hattiesburg: Main Street – Debbie * Bay Springs Circuit – Marcelean Adamson Arrington * Hattiesburg: Main Street – Ron Hegwood * Bay Springs–Holders – Carter Sims * Hattiesburg: Main Street – Dinny St. John * Beaumont: Bolton Chapel – Maureen Hattiesburg: Main Street – Henry Hattiesburg: Main Street – Boyles Chapel – * Hattiesburg: Parkway Heights – Diane * Brooklyn – Cranson Horst Fisher Buckatunna–State Line – Paul Howse * Hattiesburg: Parkway Heights – Rebecca * Carson–Goodhope – Horace Deaton Granthan * Cedar Grove–Sylvarena – Bobbie Britt * Hattiesburg: Parkway Heights – Marvin Chapel Hill – Deborah Edwards Morris * Clara – Reggie Dunn * Hattiesburg: Parkway Heights – Mollie * Collins – Larry Robinson Vickery * Dixie – Robert Stokes * Hattiesburg: St. Paul – Jimmie Jones Dudley Chapel – Hattiesburg: West Lake – Frank Lee * Ellisville: First – Bertha Cooley Hebron – Melanie Wedgeworth Eminence – Harold Smith Hebron (Wayne Cty) – Margie Moseley * Fairfield – James Buckhaults * Heidelberg – Dennis Herrington Gitano – Diane Pimperl * Hickory Grove – Doug Miller Glade – * Laurel: First – Mike Weber * Hattiesburg: Bentley Chapel – Eleanor * Laurel: Franklin – Carolyn Laird Goins * Laurel: Kingston – Jimmie Weems * Hattiesburg: Court Street – Nancy Steen * Laurel: Mallalieu – Anthony Lockhart * Hattiesburg: Glendale – Erskine Pou * Laurel: St. Paul – Grace Amos Hattiesburg: Grandview – Wayne Sharp * Laurel: West Laurel – Dena Parker * Hattiesburg: Heritage – Jane Hudson Louin–Read’s Chapel – Jason Martin The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 91

* Lumberton Circuit – Henry Collins * Prentiss–Santee – Patricia Sessions Lumberton–Maxie – Sam Bishop * Providence – Bert Jones Mamie C. Weaver – * Purvis–Talowah – Alvin Adams McLain – * Richton – Marcus Stennett * McLain Circuit – Vickie Moody Salem – McLaurin – Ashley Clark Sand Hill – Ronnie Freeman Mize – Chuck Carter Sandersville – Helen Lee * Montrose–Garlandville – Elaine Beatty * Seminary – Robin Creel * Moselle – DeBeth Hodges Soules Chapel – * Mount Olive – Joe Johnston * Stringer–Old Bay Springs – Bonnie * Mount Olive (Jones County) – Jeanette Grantham Smith * Sumrall – Norman Gross * Mount Olive: St. James – Alice Magee Vossburg – * Mount Zion – Loretta Hayes Wayne County Circuit – Paula Smith * New Augusta–Beaumont – Fred Roman * Wayne Haven – Ed Windham Oakdale – Zach Lott * Waynesboro: First – George Alsworth * Oak Grove – Bob Attkisson Waynesboro: Frostbridge – Sharon Davis Ovett – Peter Dennis * Waynesboro: Mt. Zion/Pleasant Ridge * Paulding – Henrietta Brown – Brenda Mosley * Petal – John Burch * Wesley Chapel – Jacqueline Evans * Philadelphia – Sherman Livingston * Williamsburg–Lone Star – Jackie Worthy Pleasant Grove – Laura Clanton * Winchester – Rhonda Long * Pleasant Valley – Gloria Pugh Meridian District Equalization Members Dist Lay Leader– Kiah Hitt *Kevin Baysinger *Mary Parten *Dist Lay Speaker – Sarah *Annie Bohannon *Maxine Richardson King *Elsie Bonner *Ginger Stevens *Dist UMM President *Lenora Carr *Hannah Turk – Robert Hughes *Christopher Cross *Jack Walters *Dist UMW President *Mary Ford *Loreene Wilson – Francis Gail Jones *Sherry Howell *Regina Yarbrough *Dist Youth (12–17) *Robert Hughes – Christopher Cross *Roy Keeton, Jr.

Lay Members Elected by the Charge Conference * Andrew Chapel – Philip Lee * Elizabeth–Lauderdale: Pleasant Grove * Bethel – Mary Rutherford – Geneva Burton * Bethel–James Chapel – Susie Harris * Enterprise – Kay Risher * Chunky – Christie Rainer * Enterprise Circuit – Tiffany Hoze * Cleveland – Bill Howell * Hickory – Minnie Burks * Cokers Chapel – Peggy Lewis Lake Charge – * Collinsville – Rex Hiatt * Lake Circuit – Thomas Evans Concord – * Lauderdale – Earline Norman Cooks Chapel Mars Hill – Linda Madison * Lauderdale – Karen Rooney * Coopers Chapel – Shelley Evans Lynville–Mellen – * Coy–Stallo – Stephen Hutcherson * Marion – Bronzon Miles Daleville – Lisa Holland * Meridian Parish – George Davis * Decatur – Larry Harms Meridian: Bonita – Michael Jonas * DeKalb Circuit – DeWayne Hull * Meridian: Central – Maurice Hall * DeKalb Parish – James Lloyd * Meridian: Central – Jan Hitt DeKalb–Union – Wendy Wade * Meridian: Central – Mary Hooper DeSoto – Meridian: Central – Mark Scarborough * DeSoto–Quitman Circuit – Margie Keeton * Meridian: Central – Sue Thompson * Desoto–Shubuta Parish – Donnie Brooks * Meridian: College Park – Nan Dees 92 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

* Meridian: Druid Hills–Lost Gap – Peter Porterville – Fred Stokes Lucovich * Preston–Deemer – Johnnie Amerson * Meridian: Haven Chapel – St. Mark * Quitman: First–Shubuta – Faye LaBoone – Linda Templeton Quitman: First–Shubuta – Meridian: Hawkins Memorial – Norma * Quitman: Grace – Janice Tinsley Rose * Rose Hill – Perry Rich Meridian: Oak Grove – Frances Kidd * Rose Hill–Garlandville – Andrew * Meridian: Poplar Springs Drive – Norma Richardson Samuelson * Sageville – Randy Williams * Meridian: St. Paul – St. Elizabeth * Sandtown – Kiah Hitt – Josephine Hughes * Scooba Circuit – Alice Beaty * Meridian: Wesley – Sherry Morgan * Scooba–Binnsville – Larry Smith MS UM Choctaw Mission – Sybil Tubby * Shubuta Parish – Sherry McFarland MS UM Choctaw Mission – Kathy Sam * Spring Hill – Barbara Raley * Newton First – Bobbie Evans * St. Matthew – Annie Elliot * North Bend – Windell Jackson St. Peter–Meridian: Wesley Chapel Pachuta – Patsy Atwood – Gertrude White * Philadelphia Parish – Frances Foster * Stonewall – Mary Ann Taylor * Philadelphia Southside–Hope – Melanie * Suqualena – Norma Culpepper Baysinger Sylvester–Wesley Chapel – Claudine * Philadelphia: First–Henrys Chapel Williams – Rayford Williamson * Tabernacle – Sadie Martin * Pleasant Grove – Jeff Anderson * Union–Mt. Zion – Denise Crotwell Pleasant Grove – Wesley Chapel – Bob Robbins * Pleasant Hill – Judy Collins New Albany District Equalization Members *Deaconess – Lou Ann *Dist UMY President *Barbara Gafford Staggs – Callie Creekmore *Ray Gafford *Dist Lay Leader – James *Dist Young Adult (Age *Dalton Garner Herod 18–30) – John Windham *Margaret Gipson *Dist Lay Speaker – Gordon *Dist Youth (Age 12–17) *Bill Glover Crowe – Chris Shadburn *Hilary Glover *Dist UMM President Clara Boone *Linda Leatherwood – Jason Childs *Paulette Buford *Bill Smallwood Dist UMW President *Lelon Davidson *Dories Thompson – Barbara Creekmore *Mary Davidson *Walter Wynn

Lay Members Elected by the Charge Conference * Abbeville – Sally Liggins Corinth: Box Chapel – Patti Whitehurst * Ailesville – Sherry Hopson * Corinth: Christ–Crossroads – Kermit Ashland – David Grubbs Keenum * Baldwyn: First–Asbury – Harriet Outlaw * Corinth: First – Lyle Dickerson Baldwyn: First–Asbury – Lena Scott * Corinth: Gaines Chapel – Angela * Belmont – Tommy Clark Pounders Bethel – Brandon Derrick Corinth: Mt. Carmel – Biggersville–Shady Grove – Wesley Ross * Corinth: Mt. Moriah – Amy Thomas Blue Mountain – Amanda Johnson * East Prentiss Parish – John Johnson * Booneville: Christ–Lebanon – Betty Eaton Falkner – Linda Rouse * Booneville: First – Tanya Finch * Golden Chapel–Old Bethel – Marilyn Booneville: First – Eudora Kemp Montgomery * Booneville: Grace/Thrasher – Andy * Hickory Flat – Irene Tohill Glazier * Hopewell–Indian Springs – Sandra * Carolina–Pisgah – Betty Lauderdale Fulghum The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 93

* Ingomar–Mt. Zion – Mary Dodd * Oxford: Christ–Cambridge–Abbeville * Iuka: First – Herbert Thomas – Mary Bonds * Iuka: North – Dorothy Farr Oxford: East – Sammy Gossett * Iuka: South – Ray South * Oxford: Oxford–University – John Webb Iuka: South – Jeff Blanks * Oxford: Oxford–University – Polly * Iuka: West – Robin Glover Williams * Jumpertown – Tina Moore * Oxford: South Taylor – Ron Denney Kossuth–Pleasant Hill – Stacy Suggs * Oxford: St Andrews – Edwin Potts * Liberty – Sheryl Downs Pine Flat – Gloria Bishop * Lowry Circuit – Ronnie Lindsey * Potts Camp – Calvin Cooper Lowry Circuit – Ripley: Adkins Chapel–Union Grove Mt Pleasant–Brownfield – Ann Carothers – James Prather * Myrtle–Ebenezer – Hugh Tate * Ripley: First – Carla Benson * New Albany: Bethlehem – Steve Coleman * Ripley: Moses Chapel – Mary Campbell * New Albany: Calvary – Bob Conwill * Ripley: St. Paul – Helen Dixon * New Albany: First – Jean Dillard * Salem–Friendship–Union Hill – Charles * New Albany: First – Mary Pannell Collier New Albany: Glenfield – Bobby Owen Tippah Circuit – Amber Hopper * New Albany: Mallalieu–St Mary – Mary * Tishomingo South – Vivien Richardson Shackelford Tishamingo – Oxford: Burns–Hammit Hill – Janice Tishomingo Trinity – Bryan Southward Brown * Walnut – Martha Wilson * Oxford: Burns–Hammit Hill – Kenneth * Wheeler–Meadow Creek – Sharon Bishop Wortham Seashore District Equalization Members *Conf AC College Student *Dist UMY President *Beth Dean Org Chair – Josh Gray – Callie Stewart *Shirley Fairley *Dist Lay Leader – Mary Dist Young Adult (Age *Rosalyn Folks Carter 18–30) – Savannah *Barbara McCay *Dist Lay Speaker – Sherry Rishel *Delmar Robinson Judy *Anya Adams *Robert Sharp Dist UMM President *Cleve Adams *Elizabeth Slade – Robert Cole *Mark Barfield *Janis Slade Dist UMW President *Matthew Collier *Wanda Smith – Linda Hyland *Larry Davis

Lay Members Elected by the Charge Conference

* Americus Parish: Crossroads–Refuge * Cedar Lake – Mike Scarborough – Keith Hill * Christ : Ramsay Memorial – Jerry Gardner * Americus Parish: Pleasant Hill–Salem * Coalville – Bruce Bleil – Bill Wilkerson * Delisle: Mt. Zion – Ella Dedeaux * Bay St. Louis: Main Street – Judy Mayer * Diamondhead – Bill Yordy * Bay St. Louis: Valena C. Jones–Holmes Ch * Fayard Chapel – Rachel Milsted – Evelyn Wells * Gateway – Ann LaSalle * Big Point–Rosedale – Frank Ely * Gautier: First – Ken Taylor * Biloxi: Beauvoir – Anne Steinaway * Gulfport: Burton Memorial – Kay Gunter * Biloxi: First – Karen Arseneau * Gulfport: First – Christy Moseley * Biloxi: Heritage – Virgil Yeager * Gulfport: Handsboro – Wanda Hurlbert * Biloxi: Leggett Memorial – Pal Reeves * Gulfport: Haven Chapel – Roland Barnes Bolton Chapel – Betty Clark Gulfport: Trinity – David Ishee * Bonnie Chapel – Paul Andresen Gulfport: Trinity – Bob Whitfield * Byrd–Wesley – Chris Wise * Hurley – Kenneth Smith * Caswell Springs – Jean Goff * Leakesville – Mary Ann Waltz 94 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

* Long Beach: First – Tommy Carroll * Pass Christian First – Chip Cloutier * Long Beach: First – Dick Lyon * Pass Christian: St. Paul – Nana Sears * Lucedale Circuit – Margaret Love * Picayune: First – Bill Walley * Lucedale: First – Larry Shirley * Picayune: Trinity – Susan Spiers Lucedale: Grace – Tom Brown * Poplar Head–Saucier – Memory Rouse * Mentorum – Cheryl Tootle * Poplarville – Carol Williams * Merrill Chapel – Louise McLemore * Red Hill – Edward Engel * Midway – Don Harbison * Riley Chapel – Hertezean Fairley * Mississippi City – Sheila Currie * Roberts Chapel – Carolyn Herndon * Moss Point: Dantzler Memorial – Jackie Safe Harbor – Keith DeAngelo Spires * Shipman–Winborn Chapel – Sandra * Moss Point: St. Paul – Shirley Thompson Mathis * Mt Pleasant – Glenda Marshall St Mark – Teresa Gapatan * Newton Chapel – Samantha Peters * St Paul – Mildred Roy Nugent – Laura Clark * St. Rock – Beth Weaver * Nugent – Aimee McGehee * Summerville–Davis Chapel – Annie * Ocean Springs: St. James – Ralph Waller Louise Mass * Ocean Springs: St. Paul – Lisa Flottman * Sweetwater – Lettie Silas * Ocean Springs: St. Paul – Terry Tanners Chapel – Tonya Hembree Fordemwalt * Vancleave–Mt Pleasant – Tom Slade * Ocean Springs: St. Paul – Hal Galloway * Waveland – Marianne Smith * Ocean Springs: St. Paul – Doug Somerville * Weems Chapel – Laura Denise Pickett * Ocean Springs: Wesley – Phil McCready Wesley Chapel – Alfred Nix * Pascagoula: Eastlawn – Winfred Morie * White Plains – Marge Jones * Pascagoula: Faith – Carolyn Tyndall Wiggins: Bond – Nolan Sellers * Pascagoula: First – Dewey Lane * Wiggins: First – Brenda Pickering * Pascagoula: First – Jack Womack * Wiggins: H.A. Brown Memorial – Deloris * Pascagoula–Gautier – Robert Harry Gaines Senatobia District Equalization Members *Diaconal Minister – Edna Cave *H Marlow – Carolyn Tyson *Dist Youth (Age 12–17) *Kathy Marlow *Diaconal Minister – Shanta Sykes *Carla Proctor – Rosemary Woodall *David Beckley *Tina Scott *Dist Lay Leader – Carol *Cheryl Denley *Betty Usry Mullen *Lester Dicken *Neville Vanderburg *Dist UMM President *Mike Dorr *Linda Weatherly – William Scott *James Ferguson *Jennifer Williams *Dist UMW President *Cynthia Laird *Laura Williams

Lay Members Elected by the Charge Conference * Bakers Chapel – Sara Thomas Como Parish – * Barton – Shirlie Pounders * Courtland – Sheranne McGraw * Batesville: First – Mike Amis Crenshaw – * Batesville: St. Pauls – Sarah Matthews Eudora – Wayne McGreger * Byhalia – Carolyn Burrow Fountainhead – * Charleston–Tippo – Louanne Cossar Free Springs – Max Billingsley * Clarksdale: First – Curtis Presley * Getwell Road – Billy Proctor * Clarksdale: Haven – Shirley Saddler * Greenleaf–Palestine – Ray Weatherly * Clarksdale: St. Pauls – Richard Hamberlin * Hernando – Brian Risher * Cockrum–Lewisburg – Denise Anglin * Hernando – Curtis Usry * Coffeeville – Mariana Coleman * Hinds Chapel–Horn Lake – Linda Griffith * Coldwater–Arkabutla – Mary Tindall * Holly Springs: Asbury – Mary Street * Como–Wesley Chapel – Darrel Brown * Holly Springs: Asbury–Calvins Chapel The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 95

– Catherine Jeffery * Oakland – Pam Daves Holly Springs: Asbury–St. Marys – Cecil * Olive Branch: Maples Memorial – Judy Lester Goddard Holly Springs: Asbury–Strickland– * Panola – Ben Benson McDonald – Jada Williams Paris – * Holly Springs: Asbury–Taylors Chapel * Pleasant Hill – Margaret Crook – Hazel Neely Pope Charge – * Holly Springs: First – Jane Hubbard Rice’s Chapel–Early Grove – Saundra * Independence–Hebron – Ruth Kelly Nunley * Lifespring – Marian Williams Robinsonville – Dot France Longtown Charge – * Sardis–Davis Chapel – Reid Dorr * Longtown–Pleasant Grove – Ray Urban * Senatobia: First – Linda Hankins * Love – Randy Bain * Southaven: First – Sue Poff * Lula–Friars Point – James Pharis Trinity – Angela Brown Lyon – * Trinity – Sheykelor Hewlette * Marks–Lambert – Mary Mixon * Tunica: First – Blythe Whittington * Mineral Wells – Sheila Sneed Tutwiller Parish – Dorothy Bingham * Mineral Wells – Stacey Aldinger * Victoria–Red Banks – Van Johnston * Minor Memorial – Jerry McCarson * Water Valley: First–Bethlehem – Barry Mt. Pleasant – Kendall Harris Weeks New Church Start – Water Valley: North Main – New Church Start – Webb–Sumner – J. Morrow New Church Start – Starkville District Equalization Members *Dist Lay Speaker – Larry Priester *Sara Hillman Rader *District Youth President Lennie Patterson *Dist. Lay Leader – James – Torrence Priester *Dale Randle Woodard *Retired Diaconal – Betsy *Jerry Redmond *Dist. UMW President Hutchison *Sarah Sanders – Gwendolyn Coffey *Mary Ann Arnold *Genesis Stallings Dist. Young Person (age *Thelma Geeter *Rebecca Stevens 18–30) – Hailey Peterson *Lorraine Gladney *Sylvia Sutphin *Dist. Young Person (age *Gail Griffith *George Verrall 18–30) – Terrence *John Harper *Carol Warren

Lay Members Elected by the Charge Conference Ackerman: First – Mary Grace Chambers * Columbus: St. James – Yolander Jones * Ackerman: Mt. Hermon – Chester Carter * Columbus: St. Stephens – Charlotte Black * Artesia – Deanie Forbes * Columbus: Wesley – Sandi Rader Bellefontaine – Gwen Sisson * Columbus: Wesley – Anne Wilson * Brooksville Circuit – Larry Tate Crawford: Wrights Chapel – Catherine Brooksville–Crawford – Jewel Holcombe Johnson * Buffalo–Ethel – Thelma Winters Ethel – Marie Tanner * Caledonia–Flint Hill – Brenda Willis * Eupora: First – Mary Lynn McCully * Cedar Bluff–Siloam – Helen Randle * Eupora: Lebanon/Bellefontaine – Stephen * Columbus Circuit – Maxey Vaughn Prewitt * Columbus: Broadacres – Kathy Vance * Eupora: Liberty – Kase Pulliam * Columbus: Central – Sherry Harmond * Kosciusko Circuit – Lavenia Miller Columbus: First – Hal Smith * Kosciusko: First – David Casteel * Columbus: First – Si Thomas * Kosciusko: Wesley – Charles Hull * Columbus: First – Jay Wiygul * Longview Circuit – Alberta Hendrix * Columbus: First – Lee Burdine * Longview–Adaton – Kay Verrall * Columbus: New Hope – Deborah * Louisville South – James Boydstun Robertson * Louisville West – Teresa Ingram 96 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

* Louisville: First – Gloria Mason * Starkville: First – Larry Box * Louisville: Hopewell – Sheila Graham * Starkville: First – Bob Smith Louisville: Maple Springs – Linda Stephen * Starkville: First – Ann Walker * Louisville: Piney Grove – Nellie Yates * Starkville: Griffin – Kathi Wilson * Louisville: Wesley – Laura Eichelberger Starkville: Griffin – Geri Minor * Louisville: Whitehall – Sissy Watts * Starkville: Lindsey Chapel/Plair – Sophia Maben – Connie Fondren Nickels * Macon Circuit – Morgan Douglass * Starkville: New Zion – Ethel Shine * Macon: First – Judith Ewing * Starkville: Rockhill – Jermaine Johns * Macon: St. Paul Circuit – Sarah Bankhead * Sturgis: Boyd Chapel – Deborah Edmond * Mathiston – Jessie Frye Sturgis–Big Creek – Diane Douglas * McAdams – Mary Dalton Sturgis–Big Creek – Gailya Howard McCool – Ivey Burton * Tibbee: Jones Chapel – Clarence Brooks * Nanih Waiya – Edward VanDevender * Webster Circuit – John W. Jones * Noxapater – Joan Parker * Weir Circuit – Lewis Wright * Noxubee Circuit – Mary Bland Weir–Salem – Janet Alashti Palestine – Keith Thompson Weir–Salem – * Shaeffer’s Chapel – Pam Bray * West Point: Christ – Barbara Iles * Shuqualak – Robert Field * West Point: First – Jimmy Donahoo * Shuqualak: Asbury – Nakia Geeter * West Point: St. Paul – Aubrey Mitchell * Starkville: Aldersgate – James Pendley Tupelo District Equalization Members Diaconal Minister – Bessie *Dist Lay Leader – Jimmy *Johnnie Kelso Conner Langley *Karen Lampkin Diaconal Minister Dist Lay Speaker – Debbie *Minnie Leeper – Margaret Hight Andrews *Steve McAlilly Diaconal Minister – Addie *Dist UMM President *Willie Jim McClendon Mae Jamieson – Russ Wilson *Sandra Peoples Diaconal Minister – Estelle Dist UMW President *Ellen Short Jones – Cecelia Davis *Ken Smith Diaconal Minister – Nell *Dist UMY President *Lydia Smith Krueger – Kesha Buchanan *Heather Truett *Dianne Harris *Gatha Wallace

Lay Members Elected by the Charge Conference * Aberdeen: First – James Box * Fulton: First – Kathleen Jamieson * Aberdeen: St. Mark – Mary Loftin * Fulton: First – Sandra Nanney * Aberdeen: St. Peter – Barbara Howell * Greenwood Springs – Kathy Brackett * Aberdeen: St. Peter – Bobby Sacus * Hamilton – Marty Perkins Algoma – Linda Deaton * Houston North – Wanda Houston * Amory: First – Mike Manning * Houston South – Ann Harrington Amory: St. Andrews – Thomas Griffith * Houston: First – Jack Dendy * Amory: St. James – Orphie Meaders * Mantachie – Hal Kelso Amory: St. Matthews – * Mooreville – Arthur Reed Becker–Greenbrier – Howard Moon * Nettleton: First–Shiloh – Brenda Adair Belden – Wayne Hughes * Nettleton: Palestine – Carol Pruitt Bruce/Shady Grove – Jerry Bryant * Nettleton: Pleasant Grove – Ripple Foster * Bruce/Shady Grove – Pam Wilburn * New Chapel–Big Hill – Al Green * Calhoun City: Lewis Memorial – Don * New Hope Chickasaw – Tommie Gardner Shipp Okolona: First – Betty King * Carolina – Margaret Barnes * Okolona: First – Charles King * Friendship–Harden’s Chapel – Tom Beane * Okolona: Mount Pisgah – Regina Pickens The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 97

* Okolona: Mount Pisgah – Joyce Word * Thaxton–Egru – Montgomery * Ozark – William Wilson * Tranquil–Grady’s Chapel – Carey Upshaw * Plantersville – William Phipps Tremont – Gerald Jetton Pleasant Valley–Guntown – Mimi * Tremont – Glyn Robinson Blanchard Tupelo: Cornerstone – Mary Green * Pontotoc Parish – Temyra Fitzpatrick * Tupelo: First – Beverly Clement * Pontotoc Parish – Eller Givhan * Tupelo: First – Blake Hill * Pontotoc Parish – Angela Vaughn * Tupelo: First – Paul Mize * Pontotoc: Fairview/Robbs – Donna * Tupelo: First – Katherine Ray Webber * Tupelo: St. Luke – John Reed * Pontotoc: First – Lynne Tallant * Tupelo: St. Mark – Wayne Beasley * Prairie Mount – Tashunda Pruitt * Tupelo: St. Paul – Nettie Davis * Saltillo – David Harris * Tupelo: The Orchard – Philip Howell * Shannon – David Powell * Tupelo: The Orchard – Sallie Belle Howell Smithville – Dewey Hannon * Tupelo: Wesley – Ray Wilkinson * Snowtown – Carolyn McGaughy Vardaman – Carolyn Davis Spruell Chapel – Lydell * Verona–Palmetto – Jean Harden West Jackson District Equalization Members *Diaconal Minister – Joy – Berenda Johnson *Richard Garley Carr Dist. Youth (age 12–17) *Angela Griffin *Diaconal Minister – Stephanie Russum *Lee Hill – Kenneth Roberts Dist. Young Person (age *Dot Portis *CFA – Red Moffat,III 18–30) – Robyn Gordon *Robert Oak *Dist. Lay Leader – Jim *Nancy Ballard *Sarah Shaw Golden *Janice Baxton *Laura Tedder *Dist. UMM President *Tommy Burrell *Rachel Townsend – Sam Price *Tony Carlisle Dist. UMW President *Chet Dillard

Lay Members Elected by the Charge Conference Anguilla–Grace – Merlin Richardson * Fletchers Chapel–Bethany – Pope May Asbury–KIingsley Chapel – Bobby Cooper * Flora–Bentonia – Pat Johnson * Benton: Wesley Chapel – Alva Cobb * Holly Bluff – Eldon Screws * Benton–Midway – Sidney Hollowell * Jackson: Aldersgate – Emma Brooks– * Bolton Memorial – Claudia Scarborough Smith * Bolton Memorial – John Scarborough Jackson: Alta Woods – Helen Artmann * Bovina–Edwards – Camille Lee * Jackson: Alta Woods – George Ball * Bradley Chapel – Earlene Alexander * Jackson: Anderson – Donna McLaurin * Byram: New Covenant – Sherry Brinson * Jackson: Anderson – Janice Thompson– Gary: Goodman Memorial – Melissa Jones Darden * Jackson: Briarwood – Tommy Dyson Cayuga–Rocky Springs – Jamie Ross * Jackson: Broadmeadow – Mary Jo Beard * Clinton: First – Bob Pavy * Jackson: Central – Warren Cox Clinton: First – Craig Prestwood * Jackson: Emmanuel – Brenda Thornburgh * Clinton: First – Margaret Davis * Jackson: Forest Hill – Ed Harding Clinton: Lynch Chapel – Curtis Bankston * Jackson: Galloway Memorial – Tom Crews * Clinton: Seven Springs – Deborah Bracey * Jackson: Galloway Memorial – Kimsey * Clinton: St. Johns – Dan Denman McCormick Clinton: St. Paul–Blessed Trinity – Myram * Jackson: Galloway Memorial – Jay Shands Cooper * Jackson: Harris Memorial – Bernice Smith * Couparle – Ezra Phillips * Jackson: Leavell Woods – Jerald Beasley * Ellison–Pickens – Betty Moore Jackson: New Church – 98 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

Jackson: Pratt Memorial – Luther Bates * Raymond–Learned – Fred Brooks * Jackson: St. Luke – Babs Stauss Redbone – Mavis Wilson Jackson: Van Winkle – Doris Kelly * Redwood–Eagle Lake – Linda Hanks * Jackson: Wells Memorial – Bob Kersh * Rolling Fork – Billy Johnson * Jackson: Wells Memorial – Melanie * Spring Ridge – Stan Gill Morrow * Utica–Carpenter – Dale Yates * Jackson: Wells Memorial – Earl Hill * Vicksburg: Crawford Street – Patty Lock Louise–Silver City – Kathy Gilmer * Vicksburg: Gibson Memorial – Mary * Madison: Parkway Hills – David Bowers Westbrook * Madison: Parkway Hills – Ann * Vicksburg: Hawkins – Ann Perrier Weissenborn * Vicksburg: Porters Chapel – Buford Evans * Madison: Parkway Hills – David White Vicksburg: Wesley – Ann Stirgus * Middlebrook – J D McAdory * Yazoo City: First – Rodney Henderson * Mount Olivet–Satartia–Wesley Chapel * Yazoo City: St. John’s – Janice Washington – Cecile Hinton * Yazoo City: St. Stephen’s – Mamie * Mt. Pleasant – Sharon Pepper Williams Pleasant Hill–Thornton – Erwin Baylot * Port Gibson–Hermanville – Bobby Greenlee The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 99

Section III

Rules A. Standing Rules The Mississippi Annual Conference

Preface “The Annual Conference, for its own government, may adopt rules and regulations not in conflict with the Discipline of The United Methodist Church;” (Par. 604, The Book of Discipline of The United Methodist Church, 2008, hereinafter referred to as The Book of Discipline.) The Annual Conference is incorporated under the laws of the State of Mississippi as The Mississippi Annual Conference of The United Methodist Church, Incorporated, a non-profit corporation. All references to “Conference” or “Annual Conference” shall mean The Mississippi Annual Conference of The United Methodist Church, Incorporated.

Rule 1: Rules of Procedure The Annual Conference shall be ordered by The Book of Discipline and Wesley’s Rules; otherwise, the latest edition available through The United Methodist Publishing House of Robert’s Rules of Order shall provide guidance. Annual Conference Membership & Expenses Rule 2: Conference membership shall consist of the following: A. Clergy Membership shall include those identified in the current Book of Discipline B. Lay membership shall include those identified in the current Book of Discipline. C. Equalizing lay and clergy membership: When necessary, additional at-large members, as certified by the conference secretary, shall be named by the district superintendent in consultation with the district lay leader, to assure an equal number of lay and clergy members as set forth in The Book of Discipline. These equalizing members shall include; Chairpersons of all Conference Boards, Committees, Councils and Commissions (if laypersons), District Presidents of the UMM, UMW, and UMY; Conference Director of Lay Speaking, and District Directors of Lay Speaking. Priority shall be given to consideration and election of additional young adult and youth members. When the number to be elected is unequal to the number of districts, the district(s) with the larger memberships shall elect an additional member in order of size. The Annual Conference shall provide their per diem expenses. The Conference Council on Finance and Administration shall provide funding for the expenses of the Annual Conference. Rule 3: Committee on the Annual Conference The Bishop shall gather and convene this committee to develop the Annual Conference agenda, program, worship, and local arrangements. Annual Conference Order Rule 4: Annual Conference Order A. The basic Conference Order shall be established in compliance with the current Discipline. B. The Connectional Leadership Team of the Annual Conference will serve as the steward of the vision of the annual conference and focus on aligning the resources of the conference with the mission of the conference. That team will be composed of no more than 25 members. It shall include: Annual Conference Lay Leader (Convener), Resident Bishop, Conference Secretary, Director of Connectional Ministry, The conveners of the Core Value Tables: (Spiritual Leadership, Missions, 100 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

Young People, Stewardship, Reconciliation) and other leaders as determined by the nominating committee. C. The Core Value Tables will serve to gather the leaders of the Annual Conference around the central values of the conference. These will be discerned through an ongoing process of listening sessions and tools like the A2 indicator. These tables will create conferencing opportunities and seek to insure the alignment of resources with the core values of the conference. Their membership will be composed of the standing committees that relate to that core values, groups in ministry in that particular area, and called and gifted leaders that seek to be a part of the work of that group. They will convene at least once a year. (see diagram for the alignment of committees). These tables will also serve to cover the functions of some of the groups required by the Discipline. For instance, the Tables, individually and/or collectively, will relate to the General Church Boards, Agencies, and Committees as our Connectional Church mandates and as we seek to be programatically responsible. The tables for the 2008-2012 quadrennium will be: 1. Spiritual Leadership: This table will engage the challenge of insuring that we are intentional and comprehensive in the process of helping lay and clergy discover their call to ministry. This table will also examine and seek to develop tools and processes to grow leaders in the home, local church, district, annual conference, general church, and the world. The following committees are required by the Discipline and relate to this table: a. Episcopacy committee b. Board of Laity c. Board of Ministry d. Nominations Committee e. Committee on Personnel f. Lay Speaking Ministry 2. Missions: This table will gather to develop and resource the missional work of individuals, congregations, districts, the annual conference, and the general church. They will help provide direction and training to empower ministry to those described in Matthew 25:31-46. The following committees are required by the Discipline and relate to this table: a. Mission Secretary b. United Methodist Volunteers in Mission c. Disaster Response d. Chabadza Covenant e. Association of Community Centers 3. Young People: This table will seek to engage and invite more young people into the mission of the church and into faith in Christ. The centerpiece will be stronger families and faith communities. This table will seek to draw energy and leadership from the youth of our world in new and creative ways designed by the young people. The following committees are required by the Discipline and relate to this table: a. Conference Council on Youth Ministry b. Camping Ministry c. Higher Education and Campus Ministry 4. Stewardship: This table will engage the challenge of being stewards of the broad spectrum of gifts we have been given. This group will explore ways to use the resources of our world to carry out our mission. This will include everything from money to environmental concerns in our world. The following committees are required by the Discipline and relate to this table: a. Parish and Community Development 1. Parrish Ministry Grant Committee 2. Church revitalization 3. New Church Development b. Communications Commission c. Conference Finance and Administration d. Conference trustees e. Equitable Compensation f. Board of Pensions g. Board of Medical Benefits The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 101

5. Reconciliation: This table will engage the areas of injustice and conflict. The center pieces will be unity and diversity. Their task is to help us live into being “Peace Makers”. This will include racial reconciliation, conflict resolution, and peace and justice issues. The following committees are required by the Discipline and relate to this table: a. Commission on Religion and Race b. Native American Ministry c. Hispanic Ministry d. Strengthening the Black Church e. Committee responsibilities assigned to the table, but not constituted as committees: Justice and Mercy ministries, Disability Concerns, Christian Unity and Interreligious Concerns, Commission on the Status and Role of Women, Church and Society. 6. Resource Committees to the Annual Conference: These committees serve to make sure the business of the annual conference session is properly resourced and recorded. a. Resolutions and Petitions b Standing Rules c. Annual Conference Committee d. Archives& History; Memoires e. Journal Staff D. The Conference Leadership Team may establish groups to resource the ministry and mission as needed as long as they are within the scope of the budget and foci of the conference. Annual Conference Reports Rule 5: Pastors’ Reports No later than February 1, the pastors shall file the annual statistical report for each church served, as directed by the conference statistician. Rule 6: Conference Committee on Standing Rules The committee shall review the Standing Rules annually and make recommendations regarding Standing Rules to the Annual Conference no later than the morning session of the second day. The recommendations shall lie on the table to be considered and acted upon the next day. The committee shall be authorized to make non-substantive, editorial changes as needed. Rule 7: Reports and Resolutions A. Reports and resolutions originating in Annual Conference agencies to be presented to the Annual Conference for action shall be typewritten, in triplicate, and shall be in the possession of the Annual Conference office on the date set by the conference Leadership Council. B. Procedures: All resolutions and petitions presented to the Annual Conference which do not originate in the cabinet or in one of the duly constituted conference councils, boards, commissions, committees, or agencies shall be sent to the conference secretary and to the conference office for printing in the conference workbook addendum no later than thirty (30) days prior to the opening session. Copies shall be in proper form, ready for printing, and may be sent electronically or by mail. These resolutions or petitions shall be referred to the conference Committee on Resolutions and Petitions for concurrence, non-concurrence, amendment, or appropriate referral; and the committee shall report back to the Annual Conference. These resolutions shall be sent to each district superintendent prior to the pre-conference briefings as practicable, to be distributed at that time to the voting members of the Annual Conference. C. Conference Action: The conference Committee on Resolutions and Petitions shall state its position concerning each resolution or petition and the rationale for such position at the time that the resolutions and petitions are first presented to the session of the Annual Conference. Resolutions and petitions shall lie on the table for at least 24 hours after being presented prior to being considered by the Annual Conference. As each resolution or petition comes up for consideration, the conference Committee on Resolutions and Petitions shall again present its position and the underlying rationale. The first floor speaker concerning the proposal shall be the designated representative for the person or organization that submitted the proposal, if one is present. 102 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

Irrespective of any other limit placed by the Annual Conference on debate of the proposal, the same designated representative shall have the last word from the floor, followed by a statement by the conference committee prior to the final vote by the Annual Conference. Rule 8: Budget Changes at Annual Conference When any proposal is brought to the floor of annual conference to change the budget that is laying on the table, after such change is approved, the amendment to the budget must be referred to CFA for a funding recommendation before the final vote on the budget is taken. Rule 9: Official Journal and Yearbook The Journal editor, under the direction of the conference secretary, shall be responsible for editing and publishing the Annual Conference Journal each year and shall be authorized to contract and draw funds from the Conference Administration Fund for the cost of preparing and mailing the Journal. The secretary shall recommend to the Annual Conference the material to be included in the Journal. All material to be published shall be in the hands of the conference secretary within seven days following adjournment of the Annual Conference. Electronic copies will be provided the clergy and laity members of the Annual Conference. Hard copies will be provided to retired ministers. Hard copies may be pur- chased by individual order. Rule 10: Memoirs Memoirs shall be published in the conference Journal for deceased ordained clergy, diaconal ministers, and local pastors, their spouses, and their dependent children. A bronze plaque is to be presented by the Conference Board of Pensions to the families of deceased clergy. Nominations & Elections Rule 11: Conference Committee on Nominations A. Each year between January 1 and March 14 a period of self nomination shall be offered. During this time frame the Bishop shall lead an ongoing process of identifying and welcoming leadership by inviting gifted persons to serve and inviting called persons to respond. B. The committee shall make the following nominations for the Annual Conference: a secretary, a statistician, trustees of property, a lay leader, members of all quadrennial councils, boards, commissions, and committees as specified by The Book of Discipline, Annual Conference Standing Rules, not provided for otherwise. The committee shall obtain consent of each person nominated before including that person’s name in the report. C. The committee shall nominate the conveners of the councils, boards, commissions, and tables unless The Book of Discipline directs otherwise. D. The committee, in making nominations, shall ensure inclusive representation on all councils, boards, commissions, and tables; and may choose to add up to three additional persons on any board, commission, or committee to insure inclusiveness or expertise. E. The committee shall prepare and mail its quadrennial report to each member of the Annual Conference no later than twenty (20) days prior to the opening session of the Annual Conference; provided that amendments to the report shall be submitted in writing no later than the morning of the first full day of the conference; and provided further that, except for those nominations which require immediate election in order that the business of the Annual Conference session may proceed, the report shall lie on the table until the day following the completion of the report of the Committee on Nominations. F. At least 30 days, but not more than 90 days, after the adjournment of Annual Conference all conference boards, committees, commissions, and councils shall meet and elect officers. The bishop shall appoint a convener and a nominating committee for those boards, committees, or commissions that are designated by the Book of Discipline to elect their own officers. Rule 12: Expectations of Conference Leadership Groups A. Tenure: Unless The Book of Discipline or institutional charters direct otherwise, no clergy or layperson shall serve more than eight consecutive years on any quadrennial council, board, commis- The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 103

sion, committee, or board of directors or trustees; further, each member shall not be renominated until four years has lapsed. B. Limitation of Membership: No clergy or layperson shall serve on more than one quadrennial body, provided that this rule does not apply to those committees which function only during sessions of the Annual Conference (Refer to Rule 10.R, 10.S, 10.T, 10.U), or to ex-officio members. C. Conflict of Interest: It is provided that members of committees are to avoid any conflict of interest in their service and therefore, any member who serves on a committee, commission, board or council who has a personal interest in or is a recipient of a grant, loan or other monetary award to either that member or to the church she/he serves, which is paid from that committee’s disbursements, shall not vote on considerations affecting his or her position and shall abstain from participating in the discussion regarding the same. D. Nominations from the Floor: The privilege of nominating from the floor shall be reserved for members of the Annual Conference. E. Attendance at Meetings: Elected members of a council, board, commission, or committee shall forfeit membership when they are absent from two consecutive regular meetings of which they have been duly notified, unless they have notified the chairperson of valid reasons for nonatten- dance. The Committee on Nominations shall be notified of such absences by the chairpersons before April 1, so that a replacement can be placed in nomination at the Annual Conference. F. Open Meetings: The meetings of councils, boards, commissions, committees, and boards of directors or trustees shall be open to all members of The United Methodist Church within the conference. This rule does not apply to cabinet meetings. Those planning to attend a stated meeting shall give the chairperson at least a week’s notice, so that adequate space can be provided. Persons attending such meetings shall have the right to speak only with the permission of the body but shall not have the right to vote. The Board of Ordained Ministry shall hold executive sessions for the purpose of examining candidates for conference membership or other relationships under its jurisdiction. Boards of trustees or directors may vote to hold executive sessions when it is deemed necessary. G. E-meetings: Councils, boards, commission, and committees may use such technical means such as telephone conferences or secure Internet links to conduct electronic meetings, provided all members have access to such means. Members shall receive adequate notice of such meetings, and recorded minutes shall be required. Annual Conference Staff Rule 13: Bishop’s Administrative Assistant The resident bishop may appoint a clergy member in full connection to serve as administrative assistant to the bishop. The bishop’s assistant shall be a member of the Cabinet and have the same limit on term of service as district superintendents. The administrative assistant to the bishop shall serve to fulfill such administrative functions as the bishop shall assign. The position shall be accountable to the bishop and the Conference Personnel Committee. Rule 14: Director of Ministerial Services The resident bishop may appoint a clergy member in full connection to serve as the director of Ministerial Services. The position shall be accountable to the bishop and the Conference Personnel Committee. Rule 15: Director of Connectional Ministries There may be a Director of Connectional Ministries. The director shall be accountable to the bishop and the Personnel Committee. The director shall exercise oversight and coordination to the conference Connectional Ministries staff, and work with the conference Leadership Council, the district staff, and local churches to promote relationships of ministry, service, and mission between and among local congregations for the fulfillment of the primary task of local churches, which is the making of disciples for Jesus Christ. A limit to the term of service for the director shall be the same as district superintendents. The connectional ministries staff shall be charged with aligning the resources of the Annual Conference with its ministry and mission. 104 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

Conference Finances & Property Rule 16: Fiscal and Administrative Policies The fiscal and administrative year of The Mississippi Annual Conference shall be from January 1 to December 31. The conference Council on Finance and Administration shall develop, maintain, and administer a comprehensive and coordinated plan of fiscal and administrative policies, procedures, and management services for the Annual Conference as set forth in Par. 611.1, The Book of Discipline. Rule 17: Capital Funds Campaigns There shall be only one Annual Conference capital funds campaign during two consecutive quadrennia. The campaign may begin and end at any time during the eight-year period. No pay period may begin sooner than three years from the end of the previously designated pay period. Rule 18: Advanced Notice of Proposed Action When the board of trustees or directors of any institution belonging to, related to, or governed by The Mississippi Annual Conference of The United Methodist Church, whether in whole or in part, or any persons or group of persons desiring the approval of authority of The Mississippi Annual Conference on any matter or proposed action concerning the properties or funds of the Annual Conference or institution, the trustees, directors, or persons shall: A. File a written petition and resolution stating concisely the action that is desired and the reasons therefore, no less than sixty (60) days prior to the opening session of the Annual Conference. Copies shall be filed with the following: 1. The presiding bishop, 2. Conference secretary, 3. Chairperson of the Council on Finance and Administration; and 4. Chairperson of the related board or committee which has a responsibility and interest in the proposed action. B. A true copy of the proposal and resolution shall be mailed to the lay and clergy members of The Mississippi Annual Conference at least twenty (20) days before the opening of the conference. C. No conference action shall be taken on any proposal concerning properties or funds of the Annual Conference or any of its institutions unless advance notice is given. Rule 19: Sale of Conference Property When Annual Conference abandoned property is sold, the mineral rights shall be reserved for the conference with any net proceeds received to be used by the Parish and Community ministry table. The Discipline Par. 2548.3 indicates that the conference trustees are ultimately responsible for the disposition of any abandoned local church property within the bounds of the annual Conference. To help the conference trustees be efficient stewards of this responsibility, when the disposition of the property of a discontinued or abandoned church is handled locally or by the district trustees, a report of the completion of the sale/transfer and distribution of any funds shall be forwarded to the conference trustees for their records. Rule 20: Trustees/Directors of Conference Institutions All trustees or directors of institutions related to or belonging to The Mississippi Annual Conference shall be elected by the Annual Conference upon nominations made in accordance with the pertinent paragraphs of The Book of Discipline. When the election is otherwise provided for in the charter of an institution, this rule shall not apply; in which case, however, the names of the trustees shall be submitted to the Mississippi Annual Conference for ratification. The Camping Ministries Committee, in consultation with the trustees/directors of conference camping facilities, shall serve in an advisory capacity to the conference nominating process for selecting trustees/directors of those institutions. The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 105

District Matters Rule 21: Number of Districts There shall be eleven (11) districts in The Mississippi Annual Conference. The districts shall orga- nize themselves according to the current Book of Discipline. Amendments

Rule 22: Standing Rules may be amended by a two-thirds vote of members present and voting at the Annual Conference, only after the proposed amendment has been presented in writing, and reviewed by the Standing Rules Committee. B. Mississippi Conference Clergy Behavioral Policy Policy on Professional Sexual Misconduct

Table of Contents I. Purpose II. Theological Foundation III. Definitions IV. Sexual Ethics V. Support Teams VI. Procedure for Reporting and Responding VII. Other Behavioral Policy I. Purpose A church professional (see definition in III.E.) is in a position of great trust, power, and responsibility. This provides the opportunity for unique relationships of grace and caring. Church professionals sometimes violate the trust given them. Sexual misconduct is one of the gravest violations of this trust. This policy seeks to address the abuse of power by all church professionals, both men and, women, who engage in sexual misconduct. The intent is to provide guidance to both laity and clergy of the Annual Conference and the local church regarding sexual misconduct. It is both the ethical and legal responsibility of the Annual Conference to ensure that there are mechanisms for addressing grievances in matters of sexual misconduct. This policy, which includes procedures for complaints, will serve to guard against inappropriate behavior and will outline a means for handling grievances should sexual misconduct occur. II. Theological Foundation All persons are created by God. In the Genesis stories, as in the life, death and resurrection of Jesus, it is affirmed that we are created in the image and likeness of God. God values human life, intending all women, men and children to have worth and dignity in all relationships with God and others. God calls us into covenant with each other in God. We are one connected body, holy in Christ, created equal. Where one part of the body is injured, physically, emotionally or spiritually, the entire body is rendered less than God’s intended wholeness. We are called to use our bodies, including our sexuality, in a responsible way. Sexual misconduct of any kind violates a person’s integrity and is an unjust use of status and power, and a sinful behavior against God and one another. The United Methodist Book of Resolutions (1996, p. 481) states: “Jesus was sent into this world that we might experience whole relationship with each other and God. `There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither slave nor free, there is neither male nor female, for you are all one in Christ Jesus’ (Galatians 3:28 RSV).” One who repents for sinful behavior is promised forgiveness. However, discipline should be dis- tinguished from forgiveness. A church professional guilty of sexual misconduct needs and may receive 106 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 forgiveness and be offered avenues for redemption and change. And yet, the church must still take steps to protect the people of God.

III. Definitions A. SEXUAL MISCONDUCT occurs when a church professional engages in sexual contact or sexu- alized behavior with a congregant, client, employee, student, staff member or other person (adult, teenage or child) within the professional relationship, or misuses the professional relationship in unwanted behavior with any individual. Sexual misconduct includes sexual harassment and any form of criminal sexual conduct. Sexual misconduct includes inappropriate use of electronic communication (i.e. email, voice mail, Instant Messaging, internet websites) and any deliberate access of pornographic internet sites for the purpose of sexual gratification. B. SEXUAL HARASSMENT is any unwanted sexual advance or demand, either verbal, or physical, which is perceived by what a reasonable person of the same sex as the accuser would perceive as demeaning, intimidating or coercive under the same or similar circumstances. “Sexual harassment must be understood as an exploitation of a power relationship rather than as an exclusively sexual issue. Sexual harassment includes, but it not limited to, the creation of a hostile or abusive working environment resulting from discrimination on the basis of gender.” (2004 The Book of Discipline, ¶161,I) Sexually oriented humor or language, inappropriate questions or comments about sexual behavior or preference, unwelcome or undesired physical contact, inappropriate comments about clothing or physical appearance, or repeated requests for social engagements are sexual harassment in a situation where there is an employment, mentor, or colleague relationship between the persons involved. C. COMPLAINANT is a person who communicates a concern regarding alleged sexual misconduct. D. GRIEVANT is a person who submits a written allegation of sexual misconduct. A grievant may be a parent or responsible party for a minor or an adult incapable of self-reporting. E. .For the purposes of this policy, a church professional is a clergy person, diaconal minister, or local pastor whose appointment is set by the Bishop. IV. Ethics Response Teams A. The purposes of the response teams: 1. To provide support to the complainant, the accused, and the congregation affected by allegations or incidents of misconduct. 2. To provide the complainant with a safe, non-threatening environment within the church family in which he/she can reveal allegations of misconduct and receive support, compassion, and direction. 3. To provide support, compassion, and direction for a person accused of misconduct. 4. To offer congregations affected by incidents of misconduct support and recommendations regarding care and healing for their community and the individuals and families involved. 5. To offer information about the misconduct policy to persons who are referred to the response team. B. The makeup of the response teams: 1. A response team or teams may be named by the Bishop. 2. A response team may consist of three or more persons who are sensitive to issues of sexual harassment, misconduct and abuse. A team may include church professionals (clergy or diaconal), mental health professionals and lay persons. Members of a support team may be chosen from within and beyond the Mississippi Annual Conference. 3. Training on issues of misconduct shall be available and the names of persons receiving such training shall be made available to the Bishop. Such training shall be the responsibility of those to whom the Bishop assigns said responsibility. C. Structure and Function 1. A team may be instructed by the Bishop to respond to the needs of any or all of the following: complainant or grievant, the accused professional, the congregation. 2. A team will: a. explain the procedures available within the structures of the church for dealing with the problem; The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 107

b. offer resources and consultation to the accused professional, the complainant and/or the congregation and assist in any appropriate manner; c. encourage the person making the allegation to keep a diary listing time, place, and nature of the offenses; d. support the person if they choose to submit a written grievance; e. accompany the person to meetings with the church authorities if he/she desires it.

V. Procedures for Reporting and Responding to Complaints of Misconduct A. Anyone who desires to discuss a concern regarding misconduct may contact their pastor, another United Methodist clergy person, a district superintendent, the Bishop, or a person trained to function as a member of a Sexual Ethics Support Team. B. The provisions of Paragraphs 362, 413 and 2702-2706 of The Book of Discipline (2004) shall determine the procedure. C. When an allegation of misconduct is subject to mandatory reporting requirements by the state (as in the case of a minor or an adult incapable of self-reporting), it shall be reported to the Bishop, and to the appropriate authorities and agencies. D. When appropriate the Bishop may utilize the services of one or more of the Ethics Response Teams. C. Parsonage Guidelines Adopted 1990 Parsonage Standards The Mississippi Conference Whereas, parsonage standards are needed to provide a uniformity so that ministers and churches may know what is expected of each other, to keep moving expenses with changing furniture and storage to a minimum, and to help clear the way for appointments to be made based upon abilities and gifts rather than upon size and needs of families - with the understanding that some churches provide housing allowances, but that these standards apply to most of the parsonages in the Mississippi Conference at the present - in order to provide an atmosphere by which clergy are able to care for their families and recharge for ministry and to provide economy, convenience and good will for both parsonage families and churches, the following guidelines are recommended as parsonage standards:

I. The parsonage should have: A. At least three bedrooms (four bedrooms, if possible) with ample closet space in each (double closets, if possible). In two story houses, one bedroom with a full bath should be on the ground floor. The parsonage should be accessible to persons with handicapping conditions B. At least two full baths with shower and tub facilities in each C. A family room or den. D. A living room separate from the den (if possible). E. Adequate room in the kitchen for family meals or a breakfast nook. F An adequate dining room. It would be best for the parsonage family for the dining room to be separate from the living room. G. Adequate kitchen cabinets with counter tops of standard heights. H. Adequate storage space. I. Dry storage, space large enough for extra mattresses, furniture, trunks, books, out-of-season clothes, etc. (Basements are not usually satisfactory.) J. Sufficient electrical receptacles, fire extinguishers and smoke detectors complying with building and/or fire codes. K. Modern energy efficient central heating system and central air conditioning, and an attic exhaust fan. These systems should be designed so that unused areas can be turned off. L. Insulation in ceilings, floors and exterior walls to meet current codes. M. Storm windows (or insulated windows) and storm doors. 108 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

N. Garage or carport (double, if possible). O. Adequate security devices.

II. The pastoral charge should provide: A. Inside the house: 1. Appliances a. Frost-free refrigerator with freezer compartment b. Kitchen stove c. Standard water heater: 40 gallon minimum; quick recovery; energy efficient d. Washing machine e. Dryer f. Dishwasher 2. Basic furniture for each room, plus a. Chests b. Bedroom chairs c. Bookcases d. Lamps e. Curtains and draperies f. Carpeting or other floor covering for entire house Discarded furnishings and previously owned furnishings should not be placed in the parsonage. 3. Double sink in the kitchen 4. Telephone—either purchase a phone or pay base rental 5. TV cable connections B. Outside the house 1. Power lawn mower, in safe working condition, (if needed) 2. TV antenna (if cable not available) 3. Adequate outside lighting 4. Outside electrical receptacles

III. Care and maintenance A. The Trustees are responsible for care and maintenance. B. The parsonage family is responsible for routine care of the parsonage and grounds. C. The parsonage is to be mutually respected by the pastor’s family as the property of the church and by the church as a place of privacy for the pastor’s family. The chairperson of the Committee on Pastor-Parish Relations, the chairperson of the Board of Trustees, and pastor shall make an annual review of the church-owned parsonage to assure proper maintenance. (2004 Book of Discipline, Par. 2532.4) D. Current inventory of furnishings should be kept. 1. The pastor and the church office (and/or the trustees chairperson) should each have a copy. For insurance purposes, a file should be kept in the church’s safety deposit box—photos of each rooms’ furnishings, purchase date and cost. 2. Gifts to the pastor and/or parsonage should be clearly designated. 3. The Trustees must approve and accept gifts for the parsonage. E. A book or file of pertinent information should be compiled by the parsonage family and kept in the parsonage. It should include: 1. Service and repair phone numbers. 2. Appliance invoices, warranties, repair information, etc. 3. Cleaning methods for carpets, draperies, walls, windows, and furniture . 4. Heating, cooling and plumbing systems warranties; manuals, and service records. F. Insurance equal to 90% of the replacement value of the house and furnishings should be carried as minimum, to be paid by the church/charge. Ministers are encouraged to provide for insurance on their personal property. G. The annual church budget should include adequate funds for maintenance. H. There should be an annual pest control inspection, and treatment if necessary. The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 109

I. The parsonage should be kept well painted inside and outside. It is preferable that the painting of the parsonage interior coincide with the beginning of pastorates. J. The parsonage family is responsible for any and all damage done to the parsonage by their pets.

IV. Changes of pastors When an impending move is evident, the chairperson of the Trustees and the chairperson of the Pastor-Parish Relations Committee should meet at the parsonage with the pastor and inspect the parsonage using the following guidelines: A. A complete check of the inventory shall be made. B. Each room shall be inspected for needed repairs, refurbishings, paint, etc. C. The electrical, heating, cooling and plumbing systems shall be inspected. D. An evaluation of the structure, inside and outside, including furnishings, appliances and systems shall be made. E. The pastor shall provide information about the condition of appliances and systems that only the person living in the house would know. F. The Trustees shall arrange for needed repairs, refurbishings, painting, etc. G. The parsonage family shall leave the parsonage in a clean and sanitary condition (including the yard, attic and basement) All personal items shall be disposed of or removed from the premises. The parsonage family shall have repaired at their expense any damage due to negligence and/or pets. If a satisfactory solution/agreement can not be reached by the pastor and church on this matter, the District Superintendent shall be contacted and the superintendent shall appoint a committee of two ministers and two lay persons beyond this local charge to determine the extent of damage that is due to negligence. H. If at all possible, utilities should be in the church’s name with the parsonage address to avoid termination of services. While setting the process for the new pastor’s covenant meeting, also set a walk through of the parsonage. The outgoing pastor (and spouse), representatives of the Parsonage Committee (Trustees), representatives of the Pastor (Staff) - Parish Relations Committee, the incoming pastor (and spouse) and the District Superintendent shall participate in the walls through. Parsonage Standards Task Group Robert L. Carter, III, Merlin Conoway, Jean Cornelius, Lisa Hicks, Norma Hubbard, Marshall Jenkins The Cabinet Rev. Bert Felder, Dr. Carl Grubbs, Rev. Jerry Beam

D. Clergy Vacation and Days Off Policy Adopted as a Guideline June 2005 The Mississippi Annual Conference recommends that all charges of the conference provide their pastor(s) with paid annual vacation periods of at least the following schedule and make necessary financial arrangements for pulpit supply during the pastor’s absence from the pulpit. Guidelines for vacation periods shall be based on the total credited years of service published annually in the conference Journal. This policy is for pastors serving appointments within the bounds of the Mississippi Conference. Regardless of years of service, part-time pastors and retired ministers serving under appointment are recommended to receive two weeks including Sundays annual paid vacation, with the charge responsible for pulpit supply. 110 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

Conference Relationship Years of Service Vacation Time Full-time Local Pastors in process, Attending the four-week Course of Study 2 weeks incl. Sundays Full-time Pastors (Full Members, Probationary Members, Assoc. Members, Full Connection Deacons, FTLP) 5 years or fewer 2 weeks incl. Sundays Full-time Pastors (Full Members, Probationary Members, Assoc. Members, Full Connection Deacons, FTLP) 6 to 10 years 3 weeks incl. Sundays Full-time Pastors (Full Members, More than 10 years 4 weeks incl. Sundays Probationary Members, Assoc. Members, Full Connection Deacons, FTLP) NOTE: “Years of service” refers to years of service in an annual conference(s) of The United Methodist Church, not years of service in the local church to which the pastor is appointed. These years of service include years under appointment to seminary or beyond the local church. Vacation time is on a conference-year basis. Vacation time not used in one year cannot be carried over into the next year. It should also be remembered that participation in camping programs and similar conference activities, plus time used for Continuing Education, as defined by The Book of Discipline of the United Methodist Church and according to the rules set by the conference Board of Ordained Ministry, shall not be considered as vacation time or used instead of vacation time. It is the joint responsibility of the pastor and the PPR committee to see that such participation does not become abusive and a hindrance to effective ministry within the local church. Meanwhile, it should also be remembered that we are a connectional faith and should expect to reasonably share our talents to uplift the whole Body of Christ where needed. Churches should encourage their pastor(s) to participate in physical exercise programs, good nutri- tion programs, and to get regular checkups with their doctors. Pastors and churches should work together to establish a days off policy which will accommodate church tasks while providing time for the pastor to maintain personal and spiritual health. E. Safe Sanctuaries Policy and Minimum Requirements for Conference Ministries and Guidelines for Local Church Ministries

The 2006 Annual Conference approved a resolution that the conference “shall develop safety and risk-reducing policies and procedures for the purpose of providing protection to children, youth, and vulnerable adults that come to us, to staff and volunteers from unwarranted allegations of abuse, and to limit the extent of legal liability.” A task group developed the following policy, which will be presented at the 2007 Annual Conference for adoption. Introduction Jesus said, “Whoever welcomes a child…welcomes me” (Matthew 18:5). He also said, “If any of you put a stumbling block before one of these little ones…it would be better for you if a great millstone were fasted around your neck and you were drowned in the depth of the sea.” (Matthew 18:6) Our Christian faith calls us to offer both hospitality and protection to those who cannot protect themselves. We affirm this responsibility for the safety of children at each child’s baptism by our congregational response, pledg- ing: “With God’s help we will so order our lives after the example of Christ, that this child, surrounded by steadfast love, may be established in the faith, and confirmed and strengthened in the way that leads to life eternal.” (Book of Worship, Baptismal Covenant, Congregational Pledge, 11) The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 111

Purpose Building on our theological and spiritual foundation, our purpose for establishing this policy and accompanying procedures is to demonstrate our absolute and unwavering commitment to create a safe environment that will foster the comprehensive health, growth and development of all within our charge and care. Intent As a Christian community of faith, the Mississippi Conference of the United Methodist Church, we pledge to conduct the ministry of the gospel in ways that foster the safety and spiritual growth of all. Nothing in this policy or procedure is designed to hinder or prevent the investigation of suspected, reported, or confirmed violation of any Mississippi criminal laws. We hereby declare our intent to: 1. Follow reasonable safety measures in the selection and recruitment of staff and volunteers. 2. Provide adequate training for staff and volunteers regarding the implementation of our policies and procedures. 3. Implement prudent operational procedures in all programs and events that will encourage the development of our adults and children. 4. Design a clearly defined procedure for reporting instances of injury, harm or abuse in accordance with the requirements of state and federal laws. 5. Respond with compassion and integrity to needs as they present themselves following incidents of harm, injury, or abuse. 6. Review our policies and procedures regularly to meet changing legal, health, and safety standards.

Conclusion In all of our ministries, the Mississippi Conference of the United Methodist Church is committed to demonstrating the love of Jesus Christ so that each person is “surrounded by steadfast love… established in the faith, and confirmed and strengthened in the way that leads to life eternal.” (Baptismal Covenant II, United Methodist Hymnal, p.44). Definitions ADULT – Any person 18 years or older CHILD – Any person under the age of 18 CHILDREN’S ACTIVITIES – Any activity or program for children or youth sponsored by the Mississippi Conference of the United Methodist Church, its local churches, or Conference affiliated ministries CONFERENCE – The Mississippi Conference of The United Methodist Church NATIONAL BACKGROUND CHECK – A Background check that includes ■ National Criminal Background Check ■ National Sexual Offenders Check ■ Social Security Number Verification RESIDENTIAL CAMPING – Any overnight event is considered residential camping. This includes but is not limited to residential camping settings, conference camps, a conference or district lock-in, youth related overnight events, or mission work outside the boundaries of your residential dwelling STAFF PERSON – Any person employed by the conference who is responsible for youth or children’s activities SUPERVISOR – The person who has direct and immediate oversight and responsibility for any event VOLUNTEER – A person 18 years of age or older who assists in conducting youth or children’s activities under the supervision of a staff person VULNERABLE ADULT – Any person over 18 years of age with diagnosed diminished physical, mental, or emotional capacities 1. Selection and Recruitment of Staff and Volunteers 1.1 All persons employed to serve in a supervisory capacity for children/youth shall: 1.1.1 Be at least 21 years of age (in certain circumstances, such as Camp Wesley Pines and Camp Lake Stephens leadership, 18 years shall be the acceptable minimum age when combined with adequate training in the conference policies and procedures and competent oversight 112 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

by a qualified adult, such as the camp director.) 1.1.2 No one shall be employed in a supervisory capacity unless he/she is at least four years older than the oldest student 1.1.3 Complete an application/commitment form 1.1.4 Provide three character references with full contact information 1.1.5 Demonstrate an active relationship with their local church for at least 6 months prior to employment 1.1.6 Be interviewed by the director of the ministry/program 1.1.7 Consent to a national background check 1.2 All volunteers serving in a supervisory capacity for children/youth shall: 1.2.1 Be at least 21 years of age 1.2.2 Complete an application/commitment form 1.2.3 Demonstrate an active relationship with their local church for at least 6 months prior to serving in a supervisory capacity 1.2.4 Be interviewed by the director of the ministry/program 1.2.5 Consent to a national background check 1.3 All volunteers serving in a helping capacity for children/youth shall: 1.3.1 Complete an application/commitment form 1.3.2 Be interviewed by the director of the ministry/program 1.3.3 Consent to a national background check 1.4 In the event that a substitute worker needs to be brought in under last-minute circumstances, that person must: 1.4.1 Complete an application/commitment form 1.4.2 Complete a basic orientation/training provided by the director or other supervisor before actually beginning work. 1.5 All information obtained from background checks will be received and reviewed by the Conference Director of Connectional Ministries or their designee, who may, in their discre- tion, share applicable information with the appropriate supervisory staff person(s). Additionally, if the record of a staff member or candidate for a staff position shows a criminal conviction, the Conference Director of Connectional Ministries or their designee will consider the employment on a case-by-case basis. Otherwise all such information will be held in confidence, except for any disclosure required by lawful court action. 1.6 Any prospective volunteer or candidate for a staff position with a conviction for a sex offense or abuse or neglect of a minor is prohibited from work with children or youth. All other convictions will be considered on a case by case basis. 2. Training 2.1 Training must be a mandatory component of each event’s design. The design team shall be responsible for assuring that adequate insurance for the specific event and/or activities either from the conference or the district is in place. 2.2 The design team must have a person available at the event who is trained and certified to receive any report of allegations of abuse and follow through according to the conference guidelines and the requirements of state law. 2.3 All workers shall be trained annually in safety, first aid, and child abuse prevention. 2.4 Training shall include information, explanation, and discussion of : 2.4.1 The annual conference policy 2.4.2 Behaviors or other indicators which may signal problems 2.4.3 Requirements of Mississippi law for reporting incidents of abuse 2.4.4 Procedures for response to incidents of abuse and for reporting incidents of abuse. 2.5 All persons serving as directors shall complete certification training for processing allegations and reports of child abuse. 2.6 All workers and leaders will sign a covenant to abide by the conference policy at the conclusion of each training prior to an event. 3. Operational Procedures for Programs and Events All district and conference ministries with children/youth shall be governed by these guidelines: The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 113

3.1 Two unrelated adults shall be present at all times. 3.2 If there are both male and female participants, then the adult leaders should also include both males and females. 3.3 The number of adult leaders and chaperones required for each event (above the minimum of two) will be set by the established conference ratios as follows: 3.3.1 Day Care/ Nursery Programs (In compliance with Mississippi State Regulations) Infants (Non-handicapped & Not Walking) 1 Adult to 5 Infants Toddlers (Walking, Non-handicapped) 1 Adult to 9 Toddlers 2 years of age 1 Adult to 12 Children 3 years of age 1 Adult to 14 Children 4 years of age 1 Adult to 16 Children 5 years of age 1 Adult to 20 Children 6 years of age & Older 1 Adult to 25 Children 3.3.2 Mixed Age Groups 6 weeks to 30 months 1 Adult to 5 Children 2 to 4 years 1 Adult to 8 Children 2 to 3 years 1 Adult to 10 Children 1 2 ⁄2 to 3 years 1 Adult to 12 Children 1 2 ⁄2 to 5 years 1 Adult to 14 Children 3 to 5 years 1 Adult to 16 Children Grades 1-4 1 Adult to 16 Children Grades 5-12 1 Adult to 20 Children 3.3.3 Residential Camping Grades 1-8 1 Adult to 10 Children Grades 9-12 1 Adult to 12 Children 3.4 In residential camping situations, the adult chaperone must always be the same gender as the campers he/she is supervising. 3.5 Unauthorized visitors/volunteers will not be allowed to remain with the group. 3.6 Participants will not be allowed to leave the designated meeting area without permission/supervision. 3.7 During ministry events, one-on-one activities shall not be conducted “behind closed doors” or in an isolated area away from trained supervisory persons. 3.8 All ministry events will be carried out in appropriate locations with adequate equipment and trained adult supervisors present. 3.9 Registration materials for activities in which children are outside direct supervision of their parents/guardians shall require a signed written permission form that includes pertinent health information in order to participate. 3.10 If the participants are old enough to understand, they shall sign a covenant of participation listing rules for all trips, overnights, etc. 3.11 This paragraph three (3) shall be advisory guidelines only, as applied to ministries in the local church and shall not be considered as requirement for the local church. 4. Reporting Incidents 4.1 All reporting of alleged incidents or actual incidents of child abuse must strictly follow Mississippi law. 4.2 A worker who has reasonable cause to suspect that child abuse has occurred should secure the safety of the child, if possible, and then immediately report the incident to the director/supervisor and the certified safety person of the ministry event. It is never the responsibility of a worker with children or youth to investigate allegations of child abuse. The director/supervisor 114 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

and the certified safety person will then follow all appropriate procedures for reporting to the child’s parents or guardian, authorities of the annual conference and/or district, and local law enforcement and/or child protective service agencies. 5. Responding 5.1 A quick, compassionate and unified response to an alleged incident of child abuse will be initiated. All allegations will be taken seriously. 5.2 The Communications Director of the Mississippi Conference of the United Methodist Church, or her/his designee, is the only person authorized to make statements to representatives of the media. All requests for statements should be directed to the appointed Safe Sanctuaries person for the event. 5.3 Pastoral support will be available to all persons involved in the incident. Conclusion We take our policies to reduce the risk of child abuse seriously and are committed to their enforcement for the safety and security of all our children, youth, and those who work with them. All conference and district ministry events are required to comply with these policies. Each conference ministry event shall be subject to review by the Safe Sanctuaries Committee of the Conference Office of Connectional Ministries and the conference staff person related to that event. Each district ministry event shall be subject to review by the executive committee of the District Council on Ministries or its equivalent. Conference and district ministry events not sponsored by the Conference Office of Connectional Ministries or the district council or its equivalent will be subject to review by the team, committee, or board that initiates the event. Non-compliance with these policies shall result in potential loss of sponsorship by the Conference Office of Connectional Ministries, district council, or the sponsoring team, board, or committee. The Conference Office of Connectional Ministries shall review these policies and procedures at least biannually.

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Section IV

Business of the Annual Conference A. Minutes Of The Daily Proceedings Friday, June 11, 2010 Afternoon Plenary The theme this year was Arise, Shine, Grow. Rev. Carl Jackson led us in prayer by song. Rev. Warren Coile led us in singing. Joe May welcomed us to the 22nd Mississippi Annual Conference. Bishop Ward spoke about her trip to Zimbabwe and how she was amazed at how the women carried their burdens. Ella DeDeaux helped demonstrate what Bishop Ward was saying. She stated how the women in Zimbabwe carry the baskets on their head as a way of life. Tim Crisler came forward and spoke about us growing. He mentioned the term “Raise”. He states, we raise chickens, we raise cows and we raise our children. Anything that you raise you work hard at it. You put extra tender loving care into it, you put sweat and tears into it and you work to make it the best it can be. That’s what God wants us to do for His church. Tim Crisler spoke about planting a garden, God’s garden, God’s church. He said in that garden you should plant many things. Plant rows of peas: Peace of mind, peace of heart and peace of love; plant rows of squash: Squash gossip, squash indifference and squash selfishness; sow rows of lettuce: Let us be faithful, let us be kind, let us be patient and let us love one another; plant rows of turnips: turn up from evil, turn up for service and turn up to help one another. He reminds us you must have time for each other, time for your family and time for friends. If we water freely with patience and cultivate with love, there is much fruit in your garden because you will reap what you sow. Rev. Coile led us in the theme song, “You are the Seed”. Bishop Ward stated that the MS Annual Conference had the highest percentage of young clergy under 35 of any conference in the connection. She also reported that we had the youngest lay leader in the connection, Tim Crisler. She listed the many ways that we have cast our seeds out and how God has nurtured those seeds. Tim Crisler listed the five churches that have grown in the past year. Bishop Ward stated that the year 2009 was a crunch financially for the Annual Conference, but this year we are $839,000 ahead in total money given for both mission shares and clergy pension benefits. All together the conference is almost a million dollars ahead at this time. Eighty-eight churches have paid 100 percent of both mission share and clergy pensions as of the end of May. Thirty-seven percent of churches are giving 1/12 each month. The Bishop reported a 303 percent increase in missional giving this year. Tim Crisler stated we had received a check for $1,500 from the Seashore District United Methodist Church that put us at half a million dollars for the Haiti mission. Bishop Ward stated that our churches have given into mission and ministry $7,800,000 to date. She also stated that we have increased reserves by 900,000 in over the past 12 months. She gave thanks to God. Tim Crisler stated that as he traveled around he carried two things with him: water and a small bag of fertilizer. He asked us to go home and grow as God sees fit. We were led in singing by Rev. Coile, “You are the Flame that Lights the Dark”. Bishop Ward mentioned that we have given in the last year $342,000 through the Advance. Last year Nothing but Nets yielded $62,000 for the purchase of nets. We still continue to package food for the hungry. She also stated the food that was packaged last year at Annual Conference went to Haiti. That food was among the first distribution of food. The Cabinet led us in singing the “Brother Van” song which was learned from some friends of the Yellowstone Conference. Rev. Puhr, Conference Secretary, made several reports. The roll and the bar of the conference were approved. The election of tellers and staff were approved, with the following addendums: Garry 116 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

Ruff was listed as Journal Editor and Rev. Ryan Scott replaced Gary Ruff as a teller. The agenda was also approved. Wayne Webster from the Standing Rules committee, came forward and put Rule 7b, lines 18 and 19, on the table. Rev. Puhr came forward on the addendum. The nominations, pages 2 through 18 were laid on the table. The Financial report, page 79 and follow in the Pre-Conference Workbook was laid on the table. He also gave an update on 32 Constitutional Amendments. Five of the 32 amendments were passed. They are as followed: Number VIII, with a yes vote of 41,434 and no at 7,712; Number IX, with a yes vote of 39,333 and no at 9,122; Number XVII, with a yes vote of 33,810 and no at 14,720; Number XIX, with a yes vote of 38,604 and no at 10,432; Number XXII, with a yes vote of 43,049 and no at 5,539. Dr. Giles Lindley came forward and introduced Bishop Abraham Tagoe, who is here from Ghana. Bishop Tagoe gave sincere thanks for our help in his country. Dr. David Beckley from the Resolutions committee came forward on nine petitions to be laid on the table. Petition Number 1 was recommended concurrence. Petition Number 2 was recommended non-concurrence. Petition Number 3 was recommended to be combined with Petition Number 8 as they are identical. They were recommended concurrence. Petition Number 4 was recommended concurrence. Petition Number 5 was recommended non-concurrence. Petition Number 6 was recommended concurrence. Wayne Webster came forward on the next petitions. Petition Number 7 was recommended non- concurrence. Petition Number 8 is recommended to be combined with Petition Number 3. They were recommended concurrence. Petition Number 9 is recommended concurrence. Petition Number 10 did not conform under the standing rules because it was not received 30 days before the conference for copy- ing and to be looked at properly. It is a similar petition to Number 9. It was deemed the intent in Number 10 is covered in Number 9. Number 10 does not meet the guidelines of the standing rules. Maxine Bolden of the Reconciliation table came forward with a report on page 41 in the workbook. She told us of a story as a child remembering her mother getting a splinter out of her hand. She left us with a thought that dealing with the splinters of racism, gender discrimination, economic despair, educational challenges and even ecological abuse are very similar to having a splinter in your hand. Jerry Williams presented the Tobias Gibson Award to Rev. David Harrison. The Emma Elzey Award was presented to Ludrick Cameron. Eric Pridmore from the Disability Inclusion committee stated that disability touches across all social, economic, racial and ethnic boundaries. If we all live long enough, he stated that we will all suffer some type of mental or physical impairment. He welcomed anyone to help find new and exciting ways to welcome those with impairments. Martha Scarborough with the Methodist Foundation mentioned that the Foundation experienced the greatest decline in market value in late 2008, and early 2009; but in the last part of 2009 it experienced the greatest increase in market value. She gave thanks to God that we were able to weather the storm. Steve Casteel introduced Margo Jacobs with Nothing but Nets. She spoke about Malaria. She gave thanks for all the hard work that had been done. She thanked us for saving more than 8,500 lives through Nothing but Nets. A short video was played. She charged us to help and to come by and make a pledge. Bishop Tagoe led us in prayer. Bishop Ward mentioned that we raised $62,000 during Advent for Nothing but Nets. Rev. Puhr mentioned that Constitutional Amendment Number XIX was a little vague. He gave clarification on that amendment.

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Rev. Coile led us in singing “This is God’s Wondrous World”. Bishop Ward introduced Rev. Pat Watkins and Rev. Denise Honeycutt. They gave a short skit with Rev. Watkins being St. Francis and St. Catherine and Rev. Honeycutt being God. They both spoke that in order for us to care for God’s people we must care for God’s nature. It’s not enough to say go and be blessed, be fed and live well if we do nothing to help that. They need fertile ground to grow food and a safe way to get drinking water. The Reverends challenged us to be a mission for God’s people and creation at the same time. The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 117

Nan Moak with Green Initiative came forward and spoke from Genesis 2:15. She stated that the earth was so important that God put us in charge of it and that she wants us to do a great job taking care of it. She said they had put together a list of 10 things that the churches can do to help take better care of God’s earth and invited everyone to come by the booth and pick one up. Kitty Cook Ramsey came forward to speak about Poverty. She mentioned that 36.5 millions of Americans live in poverty today. Mississippi has a very high portion of that for our population. Her committee partners with many different organizations and leaders in the community to help them find the best tools and programs to get people out of poverty, one family at a time. Rashita Walker, who is the Circle coordinator at Voice of Calvary, came forward and stated that we are called by God to a life of servitude. Circle’s initiative is to provide a model that should be able to resurrect families and help guide to some form of understanding that poverty is not the end of their lives. She stated that we want to arise and resurrect those souls living in poverty. Kiah Hitt, leader of Mission Table, came forward. He stated that the primary mission Christ gave the church before he left was to make disciples. Are we making disciples? As a church we give them Christ, that they can make that choice to follow Christ as we have. That’s the primary goal of missions. He reminded us that as we work on things here on earth, it’s got to be about building the Kingdom of Heaven. Bob Fritchey from the Society of St. Andrew came forward. He stated that over the last four seasons they were able to salvage over 4 million pounds of food. Last year they provided over 4 million servings of nutritious produce to feeding agencies that are helping feed our hungry neighbors. If we don’t become better stewards for mother earth, there could very easily come a day when there isn’t anything to give them. He invited us to continue supporting St. Andrew and to challenge your congregation to come out and pick produce and fresh vegetables. He challenged everyone to get involved. Shawn Bakker, director of the Advance, came forward. She gave a description of the work that the Advance does. She gave the example of the work in Haiti and stated that they are the official giving channel. She stated that 100 percent of each gift goes to the ministry that you choose. In 2008, only 11 percent of the churches in the MS Conference gave to the Advance. In 2009, 67 percent of churches gave to Advance. That shows the largest increase in percentages of church participation in the Advance among all Annual Conferences. In 2009, Mississippi had the highest participation in Advance in the Southeastern District. In just one year we went from the lowest conference in participation to the highest in participation in the jurisdiction. Bishop Ward was presented with two awards for the highest participation in Annual Conference. A video was played on covenant relationships. Molly Stewart with Gulfside came forward and presented Bishop Ward with a Gulfside bag along with a book. She acknowledged the staff with Gulfside. She gave thanks to everyone for their help. A brief video was played. Wayne Napier, Robert Sharp and Bill McAlilly with Disaster Response came forward. Wayne Napier stated that we lost Rev. Sam Dixon and Rev. Clint Rabb while they were busy doing the work of the Church. Robert Sharp mentioned that they are raising money for the tornado relief by selling T shirts. The money will be used to help get people back into their homes. He also stated that we were five years out from Katrina and we are still working on homes. We have hosted in the last five years over 168,000 volunteers. That has allowed us to save over 100 million dollars in labor cost. He reported we have worked on repairing over 12,000 homes and helped build over 100 new homes. That puts us in the top three of the Home Builders Association in the state of Mississippi. Bill McAlilly spoke about the incredible work of the Seashore district as they have received and hosted teams to aid in the recovery. Each of the churches in the Seashore district will receive a crepe myrtle as a token of appreciation of work that has been done. He gave thanks to God for all of those in the Seashore district and across the connection that has made this possible. Bishop Ward gave recognition to all of those on the recovery staff. Bishop Clay Lee, Vickie Hughes and Dan O’Neil came forward. A brief video was played. They spoke on giving. They reminded us we all have the opportunity to give and no amount is too small. Bishop Ward mentioned that the offering taken this morning was $17,000. Bishop Ward dismissed us. 118 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

Worship Service 7:30 p.m. The service opened with energetic music provided by a brass ensemble that was accompanied by the Conference Youth Band and Elizabeth Cumbest. Kiah Hitt offered a welcome. Bishop Hope Morgan Ward introduced the topic of weaving of the mission of the church. Through various responses, a weaved tapestry was constructed to illustrate the connectional foundation of missions in the church. Bishop Hope Morgan Ward introduced the preacher for the evening, Rev. Dr. Denise Honeycutt. Rev. Diane Lemmon read the scripture, Isaiah 42:1-9. Rev. Dr. Honeycutt delivered a wonderful sermon on missions in the church. She reminded us that mission was not a project of the church, but rather the purpose of the church. During the sermon she pondered the meaning of the fact that God had not forgotten the people in exile. After being in exile for so long, many surely had grown comfortable, and, in fact, knew no other life, but God had called them to be a light to the nations. In many ways our churches have also grown comfortable with where we are. She also considered the fact that God was about doing new things and we should be content with business as usual. She pointed out that often churches are focused on where they don’t want to go instead of where they want to go, which can be distracting and lead to falling into the very places we don’t want to go. Rev. Dr. Honeycutt pointed out that churches in Mississippi are called to be mission churches and not maintenance churches. It is easier to be a maintenance church, but that is not what we are called to be. She further pointed out that God was going to make a way where previously there had been none. We were urged to get out beyond the walls of the church, not arrogantly, as if we had all of the answers, but with humility, realizing that all can benefit through missions. We were reminded that Jesus focused his efforts on those who were outside the church, and we, as the church, should do likewise. The service closed with Elizabeth Cumbest leading us in the “Hymn of Promise.”

Saturday, June 12, 2010 Morning Plenary Bob Whiteside came forward on the District Task Force report. The report recommended to maintain 11 districts and it was approved. Maurice Hall with Millsaps College, introduced Dr. Robert Wesley Pearigen to be the 11th President of the College. He is married to Phoebe and he has two children, Carolyn and Wesley. They were welcomed with a standing applause. Dr. Pearigen stated knowledge alone is insufficient. You have to be joined with the love of God and your neighbor in order to make an impact in the world today. Bishop Ward made the announcement that for the CCPI offering was $55,783.04. The New Church Development offering was $38,108.04. Dr. David Beckley came forward on the Resolutions on Page 63 of the Pre-Conference Workbook. Resolution Number 1 was recommended concurrence. Chris Cumbest made an amendment under point number 2 to remove the words “Our Katrina” and add at the end, all areas of our state affected by man- made and natural disaster. It was accepted. Resolution Number 1 was approved with the amendment. Resolution Number 2 was recommended non-concurrence. Rev. James McRee spoke on this resolution to the effect that he believes it can be accomplished and we need to try something new and work with small churches. The body voted with the committee, non-concurrence for Resolution Number 2, the resolution failed. Resolution Number 3 and Number 8 were recommended concurrence. There was a motion made for a paper ballot by Heather Hensarling, stating that some people would not vote their hearts in an open ballot, she suggested a paper ballot would prevent tension. Gilbert White spoke against the motion. The motion failed. Judy Collins made an amendment to put the wording LGBT, Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender, where the word gays and lesbians are, to prevent from having to deal with it in the future. The amendment was accepted as a friendly amendment for this and other appropriate resolutions. There were several discussions back and forth regarding this issue. Resolution Numbers 3 and 8 were approved concurrence. Resolution Number 4 was recommended concurrence and it was approved. Resolution Number 5 was recommended non-concurrence of the resolution but concurrence with the recommendation from CFA. Ludrick Cameron requested the approval of Number 5. Steve Casteel came forward and explained Resolution Number 5. Robert Gales stated that throwing money to the hungry will not solve the problem. Hunger is a giant in Mississippi and it needs to be addressed as a giant. The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 119

The body voted with the committee, non-concurrence, the resolution failed. Resolution Number 6 was recommended concurrence. Mike Childs made a motion to edit Number 6 to delete Paragraph 3 and add in the concluding paragraph such holy conversations about these matters should be guided and informed by the scriptures, which is our primary authority for all matters of faith and practice. The motions were approved. Allen Johnston Dearing made a motion to delete now what would be Paragraph 4 and 5. John Richardson spoke opposing that deletion of 4 and 5. The motion to delete failed. Turner Arant spoke on just putting it behind us and move on. Jim Matheny spoke in concurrence of Resolution Number 6. The amendment that was made on 3 and 8 regarding the language of inserting LGBT in. It was accepted. Resolution Number 6 was approved concurrence. Resolution Number 7 was recommended non-concurrence. There were several discussions for and against. Dewey Lane made an amendment to add an additional therefore that a list of the annual conference members be published six months prior to the annual conference. The amendment was approved. A teller vote was taken as we were led in singing by Rev. Coile. The body voted against the committee, thus Resolution Number 7 was voted concurrence, 547 to 441. Resolution Number 9 was recommended concurrence. Calvin Cooper made an amendment to add to the first paragraph after “Lord” Born of the Virgin Mary. And also add that only by faith in Christ and the grace of God and the repentance of sin can we be justified and redeemed. It was received as a friendly amendment. Clint Ware made an amendment to include all future annual conference sessions. It was accepted. Resolution Number 9 was approved concurrence. We were led in prayer by Bishop Ward. Eddie Rester, Stewardship table, came forward. He mentioned that this year is a wonderful opportunity to decide who we are and how we use the gifts that God has given to us. Danny Dabbs with the Russia Initiative came forward and stated that their goal is to see United Methodism in Russia. He stated that part of a relationship is that you stay in contact with them, you visit them every so often, maybe you bring them over here and you support them financially through the Global Board of Ministry. Dr. Beckley with Rust College came forward. He stated that they enrolled 11 students this year. He recognized two board retirees, Milton Boyd and Jeffery Mitchell. He presented them with a Certificate of Service. Bishop Ward gave thanks to Christopher Ray, the pianist, Warren Coile, song leader, and Jim Hall, chancellor, for their service. William Montgomery with the Black College Fund stated that he was thankful for Rust College. He also stated that Rust College help transformed him intellectually and spiritually. During 2009, the MS Annual Conference contributed 61.83 percent of apportioned funds to the Black College Fund.

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Service of Recognition for Retiring Clergy June 12, 2010 – 11:45 a.m. Rev. Kelly Pope led the congregation in the opening hymn, “Blessed Assurance.” Bishop Hope Morgan Ward led in a responsive greeting. Retiring member Juanita Booker read Ephesians 4:1-7; 11-13. Retiring members Eddie Lee Jones, David Price and Patsy Twiner, and Bishop Ward led in a responsive celebration of our baptism. Rev. George Buell presented the 27 members of the conference who were granted retirement status. The bishop then led the congregation in a responsive charge to the group to live God’s calling in their retirements. Retiring member Rebecca Wimberley then “passed the torch” to the class of ordinands, represented by Rev. Ozell Landfair, by lighting a candle from the Christ candle, then lighting the ordinand’s candle. The service was concluded with the hymn “A Charge to Keep I Have.” Lunch Break 120 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

Service of Remembrance – 2:00 p.m. The families of those being remembered entered to the singing of “Love Divine, All Loves Excelling,” including Bible bearers Angelica Owens and Brittany Redmond and Cross Bearer Nathaniel Barkum, Jr. This was followed by a responsive call to worship led by Rev. Rose Mary Hayes-Williams. Rev. Heather Hensarling offered an invocation, followed by the reading of Scripture. Rev. Annie Travis read the Old Testament lesson from Isaiah 43:1-5a; Rev. John McCay read the epistle lesson from 1 Corinthians 13. The congregation sang the chorus, “He Is Lord,” followed by the Gospel lesson from John 12:24-25, read by Rev. Ada Williams. Paula Milo-Moultrie offered special music followed by Rev. Guss Shelly’s sermon, “As Seed Planted”. Rev. Shelly shared a number of stories related to the ministries of those being remembered. Following the singing of “The Spirit Song,” Bishop Hope Morgan Ward offered words of remembrance and a prayer. Rev. Roger Puhr read the names of 28 clergy members and 21 clergy spouses who had died since the last conference session. As each name was read, Rev. Theodore Williams tolled a bell and acolytes Rena and Beth Stauddy lit a candle. Conference Lay Leader, Tim Crisler, shared several names of lay members who had died since the last session. Following a dismissal and blessing by the Bishop, the congregation sang the recessional hymn, “There’ll Be Joy.”

Afternoon Plenary We were led in singing by Rev. Coile, ”How Great Thy Art”. Mike Hicks came forward with District Resolutions and Changes to Charge Lines. He gave a listing of property resolutions. They were all approved. Bishop Ward awarded the Francis Asbury award to Francis Lucas. She also recognized anyone who attended Millsaps. Ed Jones with the Board of Pensions report came forward. He recognized the members of the board and gave them thanks for their hard work. Tim Prather came forward to invite all clergy to the 3L Academy, Learning, Living and Leading in August. Rev. John Moore came forward on the brochure, “Oh, for a Thousand”. In the early part of 2000, the conference board of pensions decided to place our capital funds on deposit with the general board. By January of 2008, the funds had grown to 45 million dollars. None of the apportionments were needed any longer to fund our pension’s requirement. By the middle of 2008, we were in trouble due to the recession. At the end of June in 2009, the remaining portion was just over 29 million dollars. Our remainder cannot meet our required annual payments of the 382 years of service for our retirees and surviving spouses. He asked us to join as we seek to give relief to the saints during October, the Pastor Appreciation month, 1,000 churches could give $1,000 to help those who have served. Ed Jones gave $1,000. The report was laid on the table. Gilbert White made a motion to delete direct billing and revert back to the apportionment funding for clergy pensions. The motion was laid on the table. The report was affirmed. Lydia Smith with Young Peoples Table came forward. She stated that they are working on how to build youth. She gave some information on Convo 2010. The theme is, Seek Grace by no Means, July 9-11 at Seashore Assembly. Shawn Foles with UMSM came forward and stated that we made more of a difference than ever made. This year we had 175 United Methodist students from across the state help at the Stop Hunger packing event. There was a packing drive at the University of Southern Mississippi. A student body of 16,000 only packaged 30,000 meals. We are growing. We are building leaders of tomorrow and also of today. David Carrol with camping ministries stated that camping ministries flourishes here despite the fact our camping facilities range from about 60 years old along with many other factors. One facility reported twice as many professions of faith last year as our largest reporting church. Russell Casteel came forward on Camp Lake Stephens. He stated that during the midst of tough economic times, Camp Lake Stephens has grown. It has experienced eight straight years of camper growth. And right now we already have more than 1,400 campers signed up for camp and well on our way to over 1,500 campers again this summer. The numbers themselves don’t tell the story. Robbie Murden came forward on Seashore Assembly. He stated that the doors were still open regardless of all the natural disasters that have happened and are taking place. He also stated that they have a The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 121 new program director that is working on new ideas and new ways to bring people to the camp. They are looking at a building program for a new facility. He gave a slide show of the master plan for the facility. Ted Giordano came forward on Camp Wesley Pines. He stated that they had 109 professions of faith and 46 rededications this past week. He stated that we need to support our camps. We were led in singing by Rev. Coile, “I’ve got Peace like a River”. Neville Vanderburg gave a slide show on Parish and Community Development. The report is found on Page 43 and 44 of the Pre-Conference Workbook. Lauren Porter came forward on small churches. He stated that we are a conference of small churches. Small churches are churches with average worship attendance of about 100 or less. In 2008 statistics, out of 1,100 churches reported in that year, 86 percent of churches averaged 100 or less in attendance. 65 percent averaged 50 or less in worship attendance. That’s a vast majority of us gathered here today. This is who we are. We need to pay a great deal of attention to small membership churches. The healthier our small churches are, the healthier we are as an annual conference. Andy Stoddard came forward on revitalization. He gave a slide show of our past, present and future. Denise Donnell came forward on New Church Development. She stated this committee is only in place because we assist the Mississippi Conference in its mission, which is to make disciples for Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world by reaching out to new people and creating new places. Embra Jackson came forward and gave a list of the 50 youngest churches. They were asked to stand as their church was called. They were all presented with a gift that consisted of a picture and a basin with scripture. We were led in singing by Rev. Coile the Doxology. Embra Jackson also gave out the Healthy Church awards. They were given a poster and a ribbon from our young children from various churches. He also presented a Power Point presentation. Bishop Ward made a special presentation to Carolyn McRaney. Bishop Ward gave thanks to her for her life of witness. She was presented with a check in the amount of $100 and a piece of pottery that emphasizes health and wellness as well as a healthy church award. Lee Burdine came forward on Amazing Pace. He stated that since March 16th we have gone around the world three times. He also stated that 65,000 miles have been done in just the last three months. This morning there were 150 Amazing Pacers out on the 5k Fun Run and those steps equaled over one million steps. He recognized members of the Amazing Pace. Gary Gunderson with Methodist Health Care came forward. He stated that hopefully next year we will be celebrating a clean certificate of needs and continue firm plans on when we will be building the new hospital. He also stated that next Monday we will be consecrating the new LeBonheur Childrens Hospital. Lastly he mentioned the Employee Assistance Program. It performs an extraordinary service. It is a ministry of spiritual care. We were led in prayer by Bishop Ward. Susan Spiers came forward and told a story of Larry Barker. He was a man who loved his family, friends, dog and church. He loved God. He always says he is feeling wonderful. After he had been on dialysis for six months, she donated a kidney to him. She gave praise to God for giving the physicians the knowledge and skills that they need in order to transplant an organ. There are more people that die every year from kidney failure than any other cancer. There are over 5,000 people in MS who are on dialysis and every year an average of 1,000 of those will die. She stated she had received tenfold of what she gave because God opened a door for us. Her dad has been a walking testimony for the last four years of the power of prayer and God’s grace. She challenged us to be a living donor if we ever get that chance. It’s a very rewarding experience. Carrol Barham came forward. She is the widow of Rev. Ron Barham who died from a pulmonary embolism almost two years ago. What a better tribute to stand and give another person a chance at life. That’s what happens when we take the time to register for the tissue organ donor program. Fitzgerald Lovett presented the SBC 21 award to Rev. James McRae for a lifetime service. He mentioned several of his accomplishments. He was one of the ones who helped start the child development groups of Mississippi that later started Head Start of Mississippi. Bill McAlilly and Johnny Crosby came forward on the Parsonage Project. Johnny Crosby stated that we need to get pastors living in their community in which they pastor. Some pastors are traveling many miles a week to preach. It is difficult to pastor a congregation long distance. If they could live where they preach it would make a stronger church and pastoral leadership. The goal of this project is to get pastors in parsonages in the community where they are serving. 122 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

Bill McAlilly spoke about Mt. Zion being renovated by volunteers for a parsonage. A pastor will be appointed to that community. It will be owned by the Seashore district. He challenged us to look around where we have churches who do not have parsonages and help us discover those places to put a pastor on the ground. The kingdom will come close when a pastor can serve effectively in their community where they serve. Trey Harper with medical benefits came forward. He recognized the members of the board and staff along with the partners. He stated in spite of recession that we have had an annual saving of 1.5 million dollars. $500,000 was returned back to the local church. The churches received a credit to medical benefit on their mission share statements. The remaining 1 million dollars was applied to the unfunded liability. Latoya Redd came forward on the report located on Page 60 of the Pre-Conference Workbook. A clarification was made to the occupational therapy to be allowed inpatient and outpatient. The rate for 2011 was recommended not to exceed a 10 percent increase in the total premiums received. It was approved. The report was also approved as a whole. Bishop Ward recognized Gary Henderson who is the Executive Director of The Global Health Initiative of the United Methodist Church. There were gifts that came forward in memory of three people that were mentioned during the memorial service. Rev. Hardy, Mrs. Sharp, Rev. Carter, a gift in the amount of $2,000 in response to John Moore’s appeal. Rev. Puhr gave some announcements. We were led in singing by Rev. Coile. Bishop Ward dismissed us. Worship Service – 7:30 p.m. The service celebrated new church development in the Mississippi Conference with the theme: “New Places for New People.” All the service leaders and participants were members and pastors of churches less than five years old. Opening worship was led by the Music and Arts Ministry of Anderson South (WJA), under the direction of Patrick Kessee. The dazzling variety of expression included a small vocal ensemble, mime troupe, and liturgical dancers. The congregation joined in to sing “Here I Am to Worship” (lyrics and music, Tim Hughes). Rev. Tim Howard of Anderson South greeted the congregation. Rev. John Hugh Tate (Bellwether – EJA) gave the call to worship, followed by songs: “We Have Overcome” (lyrics, Israel Houghton) and “How Great is Our God” (lyrics and music, Chris Tomlin). Rev. Jim Taylor (The Pointe – EJA) led us in prayer. A video testimonial from members of new church developments followed. It featured: Chris and Penny Cooper (The Orchard, Oxford – SEN) Steve and Isabel Maddox (The Pointe, Brandon – EJA) Lon and Cheryl Spann (Anderson South, Jackson – WJA) Mary Caldwell (New Church Start/LifeBridge, Southaven – SEN) and Edward Walsh (Bellwether, Jackson – EJA) All spoke with appreciation for the transformational experience and spiritual home they had found in their respective churches. Rev. Sally Bevil (El Pueblo/The Village – SEA) introduced the preacher, Rev. Candace Lewis, as an invitational person whose passion is leadership and helping people grow. Rev. Lewis is a New Church Strategist for Path 1, the initiative of the UMC for planting new churches. Rev. Goyo De la Cruz (New Church Start – Starkville) read the scripture: Isaiah 43:18-19. The preparatory song, “Moving Forward,” included the chorus: You make all things new/Yes, You make all things new And I will follow You/Forward Ricardo Sanchez and Israel Houghton © 2007 Ricardo Music Dot Com and Integrity’s Praise! Music/BMI The congregation sang the chorus with such enthusiasm that Rev. Lewis, clearly moved, extended an “unscripted invitational moment.” She asked us to embrace the lyrics and believe that God could make all things new for the Mississippi Conference. She invited us to embrace the freedom already obtained in Christ by taking actual steps forward. In response, the congregation surged toward the altar, singing fervently, and punctuating their intent by pointing forward. After Rev. Lewis prayed, we exclaimed in one voice: “We’re going forward!” and returned to our seats. The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 123

After a short instrumental interlude, Rev. Lewis began her message by offering thanks for the hospitality she had received. She shared the story of Luz, from Fannin UMC, whose team spirit during the Amazing Pace 5k run reminded her that to create new churches, we must “come alongside each other” and go outside the four walls to those whom Jesus loves. Her experience during the walk reminded her that, “Doing church stuff on the inside [of the four walls] “is like exercising in an air-conditioned room.” She asked, “Do we have what it takes to go outside to do Jesus’ work?” Rev. Lewis declared that her multiple visits to Mississippi convinced her that the Conference does have what it takes to move forward. She asked permission to speak to the Conference as a member of our family and asserted: “We Are Ready to Go in a New Direction.” Her multimedia presentation focused on our ability to adapt and accept change. She described human adaptation in the secular areas of technology, finance, entertainment, and fashion and challenged us to adapt and expand our sense of the sacred. If we do, we can create new places for new people through a four-part process where we Find, Equip, Plant, and Multiply. To create new places and revitalize existing churches, we must appreciate the past without dwelling on it; acknowledge what God is doing in the present; allow God’s work to happen, and give our spiritual permission for it to happen in our communities. We must also align people and resources cooperatively, not competitively, so they can move into action She balanced inspiration with realism, reminding us that not every new idea works, or will every new church will succeed. There must be room for failure, learning, and growth. New churches require both vision and detail, and each person must find their place in the work. The process is simple, but not easy, because it involves relationship and we are relational. The tensions that will occur must be addressed through prayer and authenticity. She offered her own testimony of joy and frustration as a church planter, and admonished us to trust God above all, in all. Rev. Lewis concluded by reminding us that churches are seasonal institutions: “One church dies out,” she said, “and another one is born. We are stewards and we must be faithful to God’s ministry.” Her prayer for Mississippi is that we would move forward, ask for God’s help, and obey what God wants us to do. Following the message, Bishop Ward gave thanks for Rev. Lewis and dismissed the service with prayer. The service concluded with the song, “I Will Rise,” (lyrics and music by Chris Tomlin).

Sunday, June 13, 2010 Morning Plenary We were led in singing by Rev. Coile, “Bind us Together”. Danny Rowland came forward on CFA reports. Report Number 1 through 4 are on Page 79-102 of the Pre-Conference Workbook. Ellen Short came forward and introduced the staff: Haley Smith, Dorothy Ellis and David Stotts. Report Number 1 was regarding Organization and Responsibilities and Recommendations for CFA and the Conference. Gilbert White made a motion yesterday to delete direct billing and revert back to clergy pension. Bishop Ward stated that it takes a 2/3 vote to rescind. Mike Childs made a motion to suspend the rule requiring a 2/3 majority to rescind direct bill. A standing vote was taken and the motion failed. There were some discussions for and against the motion to delete direct billing along with a clarification question that was answered by David Stotts. The motion failed. Bill McAlilly made a motion that requested CFA to bring a resolution to next year’s session recommending general conference revise the clergy pension program to reduce cost. The motion passed. Report Number 1 was approved. Report Number 2 was put before us. Mike Childs made an amendment to add Churches will have the option to participate in the “unforeseen circumstance” approach; they may choose not to allow funds to be included. There were several discussions for and against the motion along with clarification questions. There was a slide show shown to clear up the clarification questions. The motion was voted on and failed. Report Number 2 was approved. Report Number 3 was put before us. Steven Sparks made a motion to change to reflect the new structure, new places for new people. Report Number 3 was approved with the motion. Report Number 4 was put before us. Report Number 4 was approved. 124 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

Bill Smallwood requested a judicial counsel decision on Report Number 2. Bishop Ward received that request. We were led in singing by Rev. Coile “Great is thy Faithfulness” verse 1. Bishop Ward led us in verses from Lamentations. Jim Cox from Friars Point UMC gave his testimonial. He stated that at the end of ’08 they had 15 in worship and realized they could no longer pay their full apportionments and afford a parsonage. At the end of ’09 they had 31 in attendance. Last Sunday they had 45. They stepped out on faith last December and paid their apportionments for ’09 in full and have already paid all of ’10 in full. Bishop Ward led us in additional verses from Lamentations. The Lord is good for those who wait for the Lord. It’s good that we should wait quietly for the salvation of the Lord. We were led in singing by Rev. Coile, “Great is Thy Faithfulness” verse 3. Bishop Ward led us in prayer. Steve McAlilly, chair of the Spiritual Leadership Table, came forward. He stated that the Spiritual Leadership table is called to follow the mystery. Our star is to grow and equip spiritual leaders to make disciples for Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world. He reiterated what Rev. Candace Lewis mentioned that transformation is always harder than what we think it’s going to be, takes longer than what we think it will, messier than what we believe it will be, and riskier than what we believe it might be. Jimmy Carr from Lake Junaluska gave greetings to everyone. It has been serving for almost 100 years. They are getting ready to celebrate their centennial. Sara Hillman is chair of that committee. Bishop Ward was presented with the first book that has been written in 50 years on the history of Lake Junaluska. Karen Hayden and Russell Casteel came forth on our Task Force on Calling. Karen Hayden stated that we have the highest percentage of young elders in Methodism. Russell Casteel spoke about the Nexus event where 12 young people were called to their call in ministry. Dan Thomas, treasurer of UMM, presented Judge Dillard with a trophy, the John Wesley Fellowship award. Chris Malone gave appreciation to his new position as President of the UMM. Jackie Pennington, President of the UMW came forward. She stated there are many gifts, one spirit, one love known in many ways. All human beings share the same life giving spirit that God breathes into humanity at the dawn of creation. UMW understands that to ignore the needs of people is to ignore the image of God in people. Darian Duckworth came forward and presented the Harry Denman Awards. Betsy Shelton, Lay; Rev. Eddie Lee Jones, Clergy and Lydia Smith, Young persons, all received this award. Scott Larsen, Board of Ordained Ministry, came forward. He commended the 50 plus members of this board for the outstanding and selfish work that they tirelessly give to the body of Christ. Jimmy Barnes came forward and spoke on the interview teams. He stated that this is the best process to verify those whom seek ordination. He stated that we must be assured that those persons who present themselves as candidates of ordained ministry are truly called of God and have a personal faith in Christ, be committed to lead the church, accept the scriptures, contain all things necessary for salvation through faith in God and be accountable to the United Methodist Church. Margaret Gibson came forward on Resident Ministry. She spoke about RIM. RIM is about preparing the residents for sustainability and ministry as they build relationship through pier groups, mentoring, supervision and continuing education. RIM is here to help residents go through and become the projected ministry that they have been called to do. Connie Shelton with Conference Relations is a group that receives requests from clergy who are seeking a change in relationship within the annual conference. The board takes needs of transition seriously. Jane Watts and Suzannah Grubbs Carr were presented with Professional Certifications. Bishop Ward led us in prayer. Chris Young came forward and recognized ten individuals who have completed the course of study. They were: Robert Armstrong, Lyndon Geeter, Gary Glazier, Eddie Hinton, Ronald Jefferson, Leon Miller, Jane Savers, E.J. Shepard, Terry Thomas and Robert Webb. Scott Larsen recognized those who have served 50 years. They were: Bernard Crump, Roy Givens, Jr., and Herman Heath, Bill Lampkin, Clifton LeCornu, Booth Poole, Bill Sanford, Allen Winstead, Willie Yeates, and Paul Young, Sr. Jim Biedenharn came forward on Equitable Compensation report. The report was approved. Joy Carr came forward on Educational Opportunities. She spoke of how travel might enhance the The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 125 ministry of clergy and to pass this on to laity. She spoke about a Biblical Discovery trip in 2012 on the theme, Jesus, His life, His time, His land and Hebrew faith. You can earn your trip by bringing others with you. In 2011, Bishop Ward will host a travel through Italy, Greece, Israel and Egypt retracing Paul’s missionary journey. Steve Casteel came forward on the Report for Nominations. The reports were approved. Wayne Webster with Standing Rules came forward on Rule 7b, line 18 and 19 on Page 29 of the Pre-Conference Workbook. A change was made to: Copies shall be in proper form, ready for printing and may be sent electronically or by mail. It was approved. Rev. Puhr came forward and asked for editorial privileges. It was approved. Joe May asked for Planning Committee members to stand for recognition. It was approved to be back here for next year, June 8th-12th, 2011. The Circuit Rider had the Clergy appointments listed for 2010-2011. Bishop Ward presented a gift to Bob Rambo, Vickie Baldwin, Geoffrey Joyner and Jimmy Barnes. Each District Superintendant came forward and prayed for the new appointments. We were led in singing by Rev. Coile the “Doxology”.

Lunch Break

Service for the Ordering of Ministry 3:00 p.m. The service opened with the processional, Clergy from all the districts in the Conference joined in. Processional music was provided by Michael Kemp and orchestra. Bishop Hope Morgan Ward offered the greeting and prayer. Rev. Kevin Bradley read Isaiah 27:2-6, after which Bishop Ward led us in a reaffirmation of our common ministry and reaffirmation of our baptism. The Conference Lay Leader, Tim Crisler, the chair of the Board of Ordained Ministry, Scott Larsen, and the registrars for the Fellowship of Local Pastors (Chris Young) and the Divisions of Elders (Warren Black) and Deacons (Allison Carr Dickerson) presented to the Bishop those who were to be licensed, received into associate membership, commissioned and ordained. Len McRaney offered the prayer of illumination. Rev. Luz Campos and Rev. Goyo De la Cruz read scripture, Luke 6:21-38, 43- 45. Bishop Hope Morgan Ward delivered the sermon, “Christ’s Ministry – Abundant, Overflowing.” Bishop Ward recounted the ministry of a friend, Mercy. Mercy was willing to live in a church while she was building it. She was willing to live in a parsonage while she was building it. Her selfless service is an example for all clergy to see and appreciate. She pointed out that pastors are sometimes afraid to get attached, afraid to invest themselves, only to move in a few years. We were reminded that we need to live in the churches we serve, we need to live with the people we serve, and we need to love the people we serve. The ministry of Jesus is one that is always marked by abundance, ours is to be faithful to the calling, and faithful to the ministry no matter where we serve. Rev. Amanda Gordon led us in the Creed, and Rev. Steven Keen, Chairperson of the Ministerial Education Fund, introduced and blessed the offering. After the offering was received, the Walden Chapel Choir, under the direction of Mrs. Dorothy Houston, presented the Anthem, “Give Thanks and Everybody Clap Your Hands.” After a general examination, the following local pastors received their license. Demario Benson, Sr., Marty M. Boyd, Billy Wayne Cornett, Diane Moore Elliot, Shirley Ann Fairley, William Clay Farr, John Robert Ford, Robert Raymond Gales, Antra L. Geeter, Michael David Hart, David Albert Henderson, Scot Anthony Jones, Linda Diane Lindsey-Williams, Phillip Murray McDaniel, William Neve Milsted, Jorge Eduardo Navarrete, Catherine Tindall Penick, Llewellyn Corneal Peyton, and Scarlett Rebekah Shepperd. Gary Author Glazier was received and blessed as an Associate Member. Kevin Clyde Bradley, Curtis Lee Bray, David Paul Buchholz, Luz Marina Campos, Perry Lincoln Carr, Goyo De la Cruz, Eddie Joe Ford, Martha June Kirby, Jesse Francis Long, III, Christopher Thomas McAlilly, Frenchye Dionne Magee, Chancellor Pope May, Bennie Kay Napier, Jonathan Scott Speegle, and Justin Warren White were commissioned as Provisional Members. Diane Lynne Braman was ordained as Deacon in Full Connection. 126 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

Darian Elsie Duckworth, Amanda Lee Gordon, Johniel Lee Henry, Jr., George Richard James, Ronald Andrew Kitchens, Ozell Landfair, Sr., Gerald Chien Liu, Len Edward McRaney, Allison Stacy Parvin, Eric Christopher Sanford, Deanna Smith, Jonathan Darrell Wallace, and Ada Clay Williams were ordained as Elders in Full Connection. Bishop Thomas L. Brown, Sr., of the Fourth Episcopal District, Christian Methodist Episcopal Church, and Bishop Clay Lee, Jr., Retired Bishop of the United Methodist Church assisted Bishop Ward in the licensing, blessing, commissioning, and ordination. The service was closed with a recessional during the hymn, “Go Make of All Disciples.”

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B. Condensed Minutes The United Methodist Church The Business Of The Annual Conference

The Minutes of the Mississippi Annual Conference, held in Jackson, Mississippi from June 11 through June 13, 2010, Bishop Hope Morgan Ward Presiding. Date When Organized, June 1989. Number of This Session: 22. Part I - Organization And General Business

1. Who are elected for the quadrennium (¶¶603.7, 618): Secretary? Roger Puhr Mailing Address: P.O. Box 220, Collins, MS 39428 Telephone: (601) 765-4906 Statistician? David Greer Mailing Address: P.O. Box 8704; Moss Point, MS 39563 Telephone: (228) 475-7888 Treasurer? David Stotts Mailing Address: P.O. Box 1201; Jackson, MS 39215 Telephone: (601) 354-0515 2. Is the Annual Conference incorporated (¶603.1)? Yes 3. Bonding and auditing: What officers handling funds of the conference have been bonded, and in what amounts (¶¶618, 2511)? Conference Treasurers office and conference employees in the headquarters building are covered under a $100,000 blanket fidelity fund. Have the books of said officers or persons been audited (¶¶617, 2511)? (See Journal Part 2.) 4. What agencies have been appointed or elected? a. Answer Yes or No for each of the councils, boards, commissions, or committees listed: 1. Board of Ordained Ministry (¶635)? Yes 2. Board of Pensions (¶639)? Yes 3. Board of Trustees of the Annual Conference (¶2512)? Yes 4. Committee on Episcopacy (¶637)? Yes 5. Committees on Investigation (¶2703.2, .3)? Yes 6. Administrative Review Committee (¶636)? Yes b. Indicate the name of the agency (or agencies) in your annual conference which is (are) responsible for the functions related to each of the following general church agencies (¶609.1): 1. General Council on Finance and Administration? Finance and Administration 2. General Board of Church and Society? Reconciliation Table 3. General Board of Discipleship? Conference Leadership Group 4. General Board of Global Ministries? Conference Leadership Group 5. Higher Education and Campus Ministry? Higher Education and Campus Ministry 6. General Commission on Archives and History? Archives, History and Memoirs 7. General Commission on Christian Unity and Inter-religious Concerns? Reconciliation Table 8. General Commission on Religion and Race? Commission on Religion and Race 9. General Commission on the Status and Role of Women? Reconciliation Table 10. United Methodist Communications? Communications Commission c. Indicate the conference agencies which have responsibilities for the following functions: 1. Criminal Justice and Mercy Ministries (¶655)? Reconciliation Table 2. Disability Concerns (¶653)? Reconciliation Table 3. Equitable Compensation (¶625)? Equitable Compensation 128 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

4. Laity (¶631)? Board of Laity 5. Native American Ministry (¶654)? Native American Ministry 6. Small Membership Church (¶645)? Parish and Community Development. d. Answer Yes or No for each of the following conference or district organizations: 1. Conference United Methodist Women (¶647)? Yes 2. Conference United Methodist Men (¶648)? Yes 3. Conference Council on Youth Ministry (¶649)? Yes 4. Conference Council on Young Adult Ministry (¶650)? Yes 5. District Boards of Church Location & Building (¶2518)? Yes 6. Committees on District Superintendency (¶668)? Yes 7. District Committees on Ordained Ministry (¶665)? Yes e. What other councils, boards, commissions, or committees have been appointed or elected in the annual conference? None 5. Have the secretaries, treasurers, and statisticians kept their respective records according to the pre- scribed forms (¶606.8)? Yes 6. What is the report of the statistician? (See report, part II of Journal.) 7. What is the report of the treasurer? (See Section VIII, page 235 of Journal.) 8. What are the reports of the district superintendents as to the status of the work within their districts? (See part II of the condensed minutes for details.) 9. What is the schedule of minimum base compensation for pastors for the ensuing year (¶¶342, 625.3)? Full Connection – $34,186 Provisional (educational requirements of elder completed) – $31,435 Provisional (educational requirements of elder not completed) – $28,920 Associate – $28,920 Full Time Local Pastor – $26,605 10. What amount has been apportioned to the pastoral charges within the conference to be raised for the support of the district superintendents for the ensuing year (¶614.1a)? $1,474,483 11. a. What amount has been apportioned to the pastoral charges within the conference to be raised for the support of the pension and benefit programs of the conference for the ensuing year (¶¶614.1d, 1507)? Medical Benefits – $5,026,516 Pensions – Direct Bill b. What are the apportionments to this conference for the ensuing year: 1. For the World Service Fund? $1,543,698 2. For the Ministerial Education Fund? $521,499 3. For the Black College Fund? $208,017 4. For the Africa University Fund? $46,566 5. For the Episcopal Fund? $433,255 6. For the General Administration Fund? $168,449 7. For the Interdenominational Cooperation Fund? $40,637 12. If the annual conference apportions to the local church a fund that combines two or more general apportioned funds with one another, or that combines one or more general apportioned funds with funds other than a general apportioned fund, list below for each combined fund: a) the name and amount of each general fund included in the apportionment; b) the percentage of the combined fund total that corresponds to each general fund apportionment (¶¶614.3d, 614.4). None 13. Conference and district lay leaders (¶¶603.9, 659): a. Conference lay leader: Name: Tim Crisler Mailing Address: 2 Pintail Cove, Raymond, MS 39154 b. Associate conference lay leaders: None c. District and associate district lay leaders: Brookhaven – Pat Smith Seashore – Mary Carter East Jackson – LaToya Redd Senatobia – Carol Mullen Greenwood – John McClay Starkville – James Woodard Hattiesburg – Ryan Grayson Tupelo – Jimmy Langley Meridian – Kaih Hitt West Jackson – Jim Golden New Albany – James Herod The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 129

14. What local churches have been (Indicate district): a. Organized or Chartered)? None 1. New Church Start (¶¶259.2,.3) Bellwether, The Pointe – East Jackson Dist.; Orchard-Oxford – New Albany Dist.; El Pueblo; Inovation – Seashore Dist.; LifeBridge; Iglesia Cristiana – Desoto County – Senatobia Dist.; Anderson South – West Jackson Dist. 2. Mission Congregation (¶¶260.1a) Hope Ministries – Greenwood District 3. Chartered Local Church (¶¶259.5) (List only churches chartered this year.) None b. Merged (¶¶2545, 2546)? 1. United Methodist with United Methodist Canton First and St. John: Canton First; Parkway Heights and West Lake: Parkway Heights 2. Other mergers None c. Discontinued or abandoned (¶¶229, 341.2, 2548)? (State which for each church listed.) 1. New Church Start (¶259.2,.3) Japanese Speaking – Tupelo Dist. 2. Mission Congregation (¶259.1a) Seashore Mission – Seashore Dist. 3. Chartered Local Church (¶259.5) Crump Chapel – Brookhaven Dist – Discontinued Macedonia – Brookhaven Dist. – Discontinued Caile – Greenwood Dist. – Discontinued Glade – Hattiesburg Dist. – Abandoned Adams Chapel – Meridian Dist. – Discontinued Longino – Meridian Dist. – Discontinued Mallalieu Chapel – Meridian Dist. – Discontinued See’s Chapel – Senatobia Dist. – Discontinued Pisgah – Senatobia Dist. – Discontinued Mount Hebron – Starkville Dist – Discontinued Antioch – Tupelo Dist. – Discontinued Harris Memorial – West Jackson Dist. – Discontinued Rocky Springs – West Jackson Dist. - Discontinued d. Relocated and to what address? None e. Changed name of church? (Example: “First” to “Trinity”) None f. Transferred this year into this conference from other United Methodist conference(s) and with what membership (¶¶41, 260)? None g. What other changes have taken place in the list of churches? None 15. Are there Ecumenical Shared Ministries in the conference? (¶208) a. Federated Church None b. Union Church None c. Merged Church None d. Yoked Parish None 16. What changes have been made in district and charge lines? Brookhaven District a. Kynett stands alone. Hattiesburg District a. Dissolve the Buckatunna and State Line Charge. Buckatunna and State Line will each stand alone. b. Dissolve the Bentley Chapel and St. John Charge. Bentley Chapel and St. John will each stand alone. New Albany District a. Biggersville merged with Shady Grove to become Shady Grove b. Change East Prentiss Parish to Prentiss East Parish c. Change Lowry Charge to Tippah East Parish d. Change Oxford: Christ-Cambridge-Abbeville Charge to Lafayette Central Parish e. Churches of Lafayette Central now are: Christ, Cambridge, Abbeville, and Pine Flat f. Remove Pine Flat as a stand alone; Add to Lafayette Central Parish Greenwood District a. The Inverness-Caile-Isola Charge becomes the Inverness-Isola Charge due to the closing of Caile. 130 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

Seashore District a. Dissolve the Lucedale: Wesley Chapel Charge. Add Wesley Chapel UMC to the Lucedale Circuit Charge. The Lucedale Circuit Charge will consist of St. James, Mt. Pleasant and Wesley Chapel United Methodist Churches. b. Join Newton Chapel UMC and Merrill Chapel UMC to form the Poplarville Circuit Charge. c. Dissolve the Long Beach: Christ / Gulfport: Ramsay Memorial Charge. Each church will stand alone. d. Dissolve the Pass Christian: First / Waveland Charge. Each church will stand alone. Part II - Pertaining To Ordained Ministers and Local Pastors

(Note: A (v) notation following a question in this section signifies that the action or election requires a majority vote of the clergy session of the annual conference. If an action requires more than a simple majority, the notation (v 2/3) or (v 3/4) signifies that a two-thirds or three-fourths majority vote is required. Indicate credential of persons in Part II: FD, FE, PD, PE, and AM when requested.) 17. Are all the clergy members of the conference blameless in their life and official administration (¶¶604.4, 605.6)? Yes 18. Who constitute: a. The Committee on Investigation (¶2703.2)? (v) Principals: Carl Grubbs, Elijah Henry, Billy Owen, Bob Peden, Marjorie Walker Alternates: Jim Glass, Tommy Gilbert, George Pulliam, Eddie Rester, Victoria Sizemore-Baldwin b. The Administrative Review Committee (¶633)? (v) Principals: Jim Curtis, Larry G. White Alternates: Lynn Mote, Ada Clay Williams 19. Who have received the certificate of candidacy for ordained ministry? (¶¶311, 312 —Include the names and year of certificate of all candidates for ordained ministry who have been certified or approved for continuance by the district committee on ordained ministry. Do not list as continued those licensed as local pastors in question 21 or as probationary members in question 28.) a. Who have been certified as candidates for ordained or licensed ministry since the last session of the annual conference? (List the names of all those who have been certified, including those who are also listed in questions 20 and 21.) Benson, Sr., DeMario BRO Jones, Scot Anthony HAT STA Hart, Michael David BRO Leek, John Wesley HAT Carr, Dessie TUP Bullard, Adri Kaylin EJA Peyton, Llewellyn HAT Cornett, Billy Wayne TUP Foretich, Stephanie Camille Watts, Mary Louise HAT Fitzpatrick Evelyn TUP EJA Clayton, Elizabeth Sims NAL Hankins, Timothy TUP Johnson, III, Theon Lemure Dedeaux, Ella H. SEA Presley, Maria Susanne TUP EJA Fleming, Anna Elise SEA Bowen, Chadwick Alan WJA McGough, John Ryan EJA Vanderburg, Neville Sidney Ford, John Robert WJA Murriel, Kevin Rashad EJA SEN Tedder, Laura Hogan WJA Navarette, Jorge Eduardo EJA Geeter, Antra L. STA Lindsey-Williams, Linda Gray, Shandoya Gloria HAT McDaniel, Phillip STA WJA Hughes, Lou Eva HAT Penick, Catherine Tindal

b. Who are continued as certified candidates for ordained or licensed ministry? (Do not list as continued those licensed as local pastors in Question 21 or those listed as probationary (provisional) members in question 28.) McGehee, Hollis 03 BRO Chambers, Hattie 05 GWD Parker, Ryan Paul 08 HAT Phillips, Nathan 09 EJA Forrest, Rosie 03 GWD Wells, Heather 05 HAT Piccaluga, Troy Anthony 09 Thomas, Meril Denise 04 Talbert, Catrena N. 04 HAT EJA GWD Thomas, Anzette 08 HAT Rives, Belinda 03 EJA Carpenter, Elizabeth 04 HAT Davis, Johnnye 09 MER Russ, Randy 07 EJA Gillane-Duggin, Christopher Jones, Camilla H. 00 NAL Chipley, Anna Kristen 09 EJA Glenn 08 HAT Dorn, II, David Alan 09 SEA Beverly, Edna 05 GWD Milsap, Teresa 08 HAT Flottman, Lisa 03 SEA The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 131

Tucker, Celestine J. 08 SEN Maugh, Celeste 03 TUP Griffin, Kimberly 01 WJA Gunner, Melissa 08 TUP Edwards, Vernell 03 WJA c. Who have had their candidacy for ordained or licensed ministry accepted by a District Committee on Ordained Ministry in another annual conference? (Include name of accepting conference.) No One d. Who have been discontinued as certified candidates for licensed or ordained ministry? Meeks, Carrie 07 GWD Willis, Mary 04 GWD Ludlam, Stephen Holland Ward, Clell G., Jr. 04 GWD Little, Barbara Joyce 02 NAL 09 SEN 20. Who have completed the studies for the license as a local pastor, are approved, but are not now appointed? (¶315 —Indicate for each person the year the license was approved.) Craft, Shondreka B. 04 BRO Kennedy, Steven Paul 1 NAL Danforth, David Beam 01 BRO Palmer, Carl NAL Gibson, Curtis 06 BRO Rencher, Jamie Ray 01 NAL Lowe, Barbara 04 BRO Bowles, Joann Faye 08 SEA McClinton, Jimmy* 92 BRO Caldwell, Lettie 95 SEA Hanna, David 84 EJA Goodwin, John Jeffrey SEA Hanna, Joseph 99 EJA Graphenreed, Roy Chester 08 SEA Mabry, Othareta 07 GWD Heberg, Carl* 01 SEA Williams, Annie 04 GWD Johnson, Sr. Raphael Donzell 09 SEA Young, Kevin (sem. grad.) 99 GWD Kilgore, Michael T. 03 SEA Cline, Kevin Joseph 04 HAT Thornhill, June 03 SEA Malone, Viola 97 HAT Williams, Phyllis 04 SEA Matthews, Greg 09 HAT Williams, Rodeshia Romonia 09 SEA Porciello, Laurie 04 HAT Sartor, Brad* 04 SEN Boose, Patti 06 MER Stephenson, Julia 03 STA Downing, Carlotta 03 MER Stokes, Jonathan (Asbury) 05 STA Lucy, Curtis Dearman 99 MER Weddle, Owen Ainsworth (Asbury) 08 STA Pollock, Clifford 01 MER Diggs, Christopher 01 TUP Satcher, Elbert 04 MER McAnally, Jason 08 TUP Biedenharn, III, James Phelan (sem. grad) Morris, David 04 WJA NAL Smith, Velma 07 WJA Everett, Preston NAL Piazza, Mary Elizabeth 04 WJA Gossett, Dennis Christopher 08 NAL Taylor, Beth 03 WJA 21. Who are approved and appointed as: (Indicate for each person the first year the license was awarded. Indicate what progress each has made in the course of study or the name of the seminary in which they are enrolled. Indicate with an asterisk those who have completed the five year course of study or the M.Div. (¶319.4)? (v) a. Full-time local pastors? (¶318.1) Broughton, Ronald Scott 05 BRO Jones, Mark Anthony 3 03 GWD Burghard, Louis* Sem. Grad 08 BRO King Sr, Robert Louis* 20 03 GWD Felder, Joe (RL) BRO Marshall, Jack Wesley 0 06 GWD Newsome, Burnell* (RL) 20 BRO Price, Kathy 8 07 GWD Raborn, Laurie 11 06 BRO Pritchard, Veronica K. Garrett 08 GWD Spencer, Eddie C. 0 04 BRO Raine, Claude* 20 91 GWD Wallace, James L. 0 04 BRO Wooten, III, Jack* 20 84 GWD Corban, William Bradford Sem. Grad 10 EJA Brewer, Bobby* 20 01 HAT Herring, Daniel Asbury 09 EJA Carpenter, Travis* 20 04 HAT Johnson, William Frank (RL) Sem. Grad 08 Chambers, Shirley* 20 95 HAT EJA Cornell, Ovee 3 06 HAT Navarette, Jorge Eduardo 09 EJA Deaton, Diana M. Baker* 20 01 HAT Porter, Frank MTS 07 EJA Howard, Ray E 14 02 HAT Sappington, Larry Keith 00 EJA James, Randy G.* 20 99 HAT Cain, Bobby Ray (RL)* 20 02 GWD Jones, Scot Anthony 10 HAT Collins, Johnny Lee* 20 03 GWD Webb, Robert S* 20 02 HAT Gipson, Frank Lee* 20 97 GWD Wilson, David Brooks* 20 94 HAT 132 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

Anderson, Samuel Napoleon 7 06 MER Thornhill, Bobby 5 03 SEA Bailey, Jr. James Leo Sem. Grad. 87 MER Weaver, Betty 7 05 SEA Barfield, Mark Eric Sem. Grad 10 MER Cooksey, Christopher L. 0 06 SEN Boose, Charlie R.* 20 95 MER Davis, Frank* 20 02 SEN Cooper, Leon Lee 08 MER Haynes, Rickey Lynson* 20 SEN Evans, Michael MTS MER Stephenson, Tommy 18 96 SEN Hampton, Gary* 20 97 MER Bayliss, Milford Gordon (RL) 12 06 STA Hare, James (RL) 4 86 MER Black, Jr., James M. MTS 04 STA Owen, Kenneth* 20 02 MER Dowd, Thomas Michael 0 06 STA Pollock, Bennie Arthur (RL) 15 00 MER Forrest, Jimmy L* 20 81 STA Randall, Pamela E. 13 03 MER Morris, James* 20 92 STA Upshaw, David 18 06 MER Stallings, Tyrone Michael* 20 99 STA Armstrong, Robert N.* 20 99 NAL Thomas, Ronald D. 14 05 STA Bishop, Ricky 5 06 NAL Windham, Sarah 17 99 STA Downs, Walter 2 06 NAL Brooks, David Lindsay TUP Falgout, Mark Scott 9 10 NAL Coggins, Charles Edward 9 04 TUP Forbus, Greg* 20 04 NAL Coggins, Joe Miller 4 08 TUP Hall, Jim 12 06 NAL Hunter, Lewis Michael EMCC 07 TUP Petermann, James O.* 20 98 NAL Keen, Steven Paul Sem. Grad TUP Ward, Charles Patrick 0 08 NAL Lampkin, Stephen A.* 20 99 TUP Crawley, JW* 20 91 SEA McGrew, Sue Crowder* 20 97 TUP Fleming, Anna Elise* Sem. Grad 08 SEA Montgomery, William 5 05 TUP Gales, Robert Raymond 09 SEA Perry, Billy 9 01 TUP Gore, Willie 17 88 SEA Rambo, William T. 0 08 TUP Henderson, David Albert 09 SEA Upshaw, III, Harrison F. (RL) TUP Hill Jr, Willie Lee* 20 98 SEA Wilburn, Danny 0 06 TUP Lightsey, Max D. 7 04 SEA Bowdoin, Lister 4 06 WJA Locke, Cecil Eric 0 SEA Herrington, Sr., Rufus Merle 09 WJA McGough, Oscar Marion* 04 SEA Lobin, Stan 14 02 WJA Stepney, Godfrey* 20 00 SEA Miller, Beth 15 99 WJA Swaim-Presley, Paige Sem. Grad 10 SEA b. Part-time local pastors? (¶318.2) (fraction of full-time in one-quarter increments) Assink, Michael 9 93 BRO Woodall, Diane* 20 97 BRO Benson, Sr., Demario 10 BRO Beauchamp, Finis P 0 04 EJA Bridge, Tyler Rende 4 07 BRO Bennett, Kenny 2 08 EJA Cager, Brenda 5 08 BRO Carroll, Sr., Robert 0 06 EJA Calcote, Dennis 14 05 BRO Handy, Willie Lee* 20 97 EJA Craft, Douglas Sam 17 93 BRO Hannah, Haywood Isaac* 20 96 EJA Crawford, Joe 0 89 BRO Hoskins, Glenn Albert* 20 00 EJA Cray, Ivan Stuart 2 09 BRO Jordan, Terry 0 98 EJA Cutrer, George 07 BRO King, Marlin Bennett* 20 91 EJA Dubose, Michael Dale* 20 02 BRO Shavers, James* 20 98 EJA Gibson, Dan 2 07 BRO Shepard, EJ* 20 02 EJA Hart, Michael David 10 BRO Taylor, Barbara 7 04 EJA Houston, Reed 5 93 BRO Terrell, Dino 4 06 EJA Lamb, Jimmy Aaron* 20 93 BRO Cartlidge, Robert L* (RL) 20 90 GWD Lockett, Jr., James Carl (RL) BRO Cook, Juanita W.* 20 02 GWD Lynch, Ellis (RL) BRO Cosnahan, Calvin Brister* 20 03 GWD Magee, Ethel Hall 3 07 BRO Elliott, Diane Moore 09 GWD Norrells, Jerry Donnell* 20 99 BRO Forrest, James Earp 6 03 GWD Poole, Bobby 8 03 BRO Hart, Raymond Kenneth 0 94 GWD Preston, Daniel* 20 BRO Herron, Olivear 16 03 GWD Smith, Carl 11 04 BRO Johnson, Kenyun LaCale 0 06 GWD Thomas, Terry L.* 20 04 BRO Lemmon, William Todd MTS 01 GWD Tillman, Andre Richard 16 99 BRO Reece, Ricky Lloyd 15 04 GWD The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 133

Ross, James L* 20 96 GWD Gipson, Marvin* 20 88 NAL Shepherd, Rickey Lee 10 06 GWD Glover, Jimmy Milton* (RL) 20 82 NAL Sims, Kordell JSU 06 GWD Kelly, Jerry Buchannan* (RL) 20 90 NAL Tanner, Benton C. 13 00 GWD McGill, Charles K. 7 95 NAL Tollison, Jeff MTS 09 GWD Newton, Don E 12 00 NAL Williams, Terry 3 08 GWD Powell, Steven 2 NAL Williams, Willie* 20 97 GWD Quarles Sr., Marvin Marcus 1 08 NAL Beatty, Leonard A. 19 04 HAT Shelton, Early Michael* 20 86 NAL Cessna, Trudy (RL) 18 00 HAT Stone, Joseph Sr.* 20 87 NAL Harrison, Don McKay* (RL) 95 HAT Tohill, Brownie (RL) NAL Hartfield, Huston* 20 95 HAT Veasley, Mary Ann 17 96 NAL Henderson, Delicia 0 06 HAT Wells, Richard 1 05 NAL Crawford, Ray E. (RL) 16 02 HAT Barkum, Sr., Nathaniel 0 08 SEA King, Irvin 9 00 HAT Barnes, Elvina* 20 01 SEA Klingenfus, Christopher C. Asbury 07 HAT DeBose, LaSonya Turner 0 09 SEA Manning, W. Z. (RL) 0 83 HAT Dedeaux, Wilmer Nathaniel* 20 95 SEA McDonald, Mary Cecele* 20 99 HAT Fairley, Shirley 07 SEA McLean, Anne Clayton 0 04 HAT Handy, Richard F. 2 04 SEA Napier, Samuel O. 11 04 HAT Moore, Harrell 11 99 SEA Peyton, Llewellyn 1 10 HAT Peters, Marcus Anthony 1 09 SEA Phillips, Claude D (RL) 0 72 HAT Pickering, Larry 9 06 SEA Shows, Glenn* 20 98 HAT Tyndall, Edward (RL) 2 04 SEA Smith, Jody L. Asbury 01 HAT Milsted, William Neve 09 SEA Smith, Elbert Lavon 12 02 HAT Barton, Troy 13 98 SEN Tillman, Stephen E (RL)* 20 01 HAT Brown, Kent Russell* 20 89 SEN Triplett, Calvin K. Wm Carey 08 HAT Bursi Jr, Charles* 20 02 SEN Anderson, Lynne Elizabeth* 20 99 MER Flemons, Herman 5 04 SEN Chambers, Mack* 20 96 MER Koon, Milton Glenn 0 SEN Cole Sr, Theodore 13 99 MER Lawson, Anita Wilburn 5 06 SEN Deweese, Carl Douglass Sem. Grad MER McGraw, Allen Robert MTS SEN Edwards, Walton Eddie 84 MER Mason, Keith Tyrone 1 09 SEN Everett, Dock (RL) 0 MER Myers, Walter Raymond 7 04 SEN Gully, Christopher Mark 08 MER Pepper, John Wesley MTS 07 SEN Johnson, Kerry 1 08 MER Wages, Cecil Jerry 18 99 SEN Jones, Jimmy David 9 98 MER Ward, Eddie Eugene* 20 97 SEN Kinslow, Willie* 20 00 MER Ward, Emma Sue* 20 97 SEN Kirtley, Frank 1 MER White, Kenneth 10 01 SEN Luke, Charles Rayner* 20 88 MER Ashford, Anthony MTS 93 STA McGill, II, Charles Kenneth Candler 04 MER Boyd, Franklin Lamar 5 07 STA Malone, Charlotte 1 07 MER Boyd, Marty M. 09 STA May, Lewis Douglas (RL) 19 93 MER Bradley, Anne Russell 8 05 STA Miller, Thomas Coy 0 04 MER Carroll, Howard (RL) STA Moore, Dale Edwards 13 03 MER Casey, Kenneth 5 07 STA Nicholson, Sr., Lonnie* (RL) 20 00 MER Forrest, Nelson 14 78 STA Raley, Paul L* 20 63 MER Gage, Roosevelt (RL) STA Rankin, Johnny 1 02 MER Geeter, Antra L. 09 STA Sims, Jeffrey Michael 2 08 MER Geeter, Lyndon B.* 20 00 STA Smith, Phillip (RL) MER Hinton, Eddie* 20 01 STA Smith, Rebecca 3 MER Hinton, Jerry* 20 99 STA Taylor, Wayne (RL) MER Jefferson, Ron* 20 99 STA Tubby, Daniel Lee* 20 96 MER Kelly, Charles* 20 82 STA Bonds, Jerry 5 06 NAL Lawson, Rickey* 20 92 STA Darling, Daniel Sean 17 01 NAL Little, Maggie STA Dollar, Larry E* 20 81 NAL Lowe, Franklin (RL) 6 STA Farr, William Clay 09 NAL McDaniel, Phillip Murray 1 09 STA Ford, Rebecca Annette* 20 95 NAL Malone, David 5 05 STA 134 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

Miller Jr, Robert Glenn 6 99 STA Fitzpatrick, Lavert 2 TUP Miller, Leon* 20 99 STA Henry, Domini MTS 05 TUP Minor, Rochelle 0 06 STA McGrew, Matthew 0 04 TUP Parker, Ethel D. 4 07 STA McIntosh, Maurice TUP Penick, Catherine Tindal 10 STA Parks, Glenn 5 04 TUP Richter, Raleigh Fitzgerald 5 07 STA Riddle, Jeffery 17 TUP Schultz, David Glenn MTS 08 STA Thomas, Sapada 1 04 TUP Scott, Sr., Robert Payne Scott 15 94 STA Truett, Jonathan Corey MTS 07 TUP Shepperd, Scarlet Rebekah 10 STA Carroll, Sr., Robert 0 06 WJA Sutphin, Cary 7 06 STA Cook, Robert 0 07 WJA Threadgill, James (RL) STA Ford, John Robert 09 WJA Threadgill, Jean (RL) STA Greene, David 0 04 WJA Wilson, Jerome 3 07 STA Hawkins, Jr., Sam (RL) 0 07 WJA Arrington, Donald Ray 8 03 TUP Howard, Timothy Craig 0 08 WJA Cherry, Donnell* 20 97 TUP Lee Jr, Samuel (RL) 0 02 WJA Cornett, Billy Wayne 09 TUP Lindsey-Williams, Linda 09 WJA Fair, Lynn* 20 92 TUP Robertson, Cleavern* (RL) 20 91 WJA c. Students from other annual conferences or denominations serving as local pastors and enrolled in a school of theology listed by the University Senate (¶318.4)? No one d. Persons serving as local pastors while seeking readmission to conference membership (¶¶365.4, 366, 368.3)? (If not in this conference indicate name of conference where serving.) No one 22. Who have been discontinued as local pastors (¶320.1)? Caufield, Jr., Chester J. STA 08/19/09 (transfer Merricks II, Donald Wesley NAL 06/22/10 to N.J. conference) (transfer to S. GA conference) Kelly, Christopher NAL 02/20/10 Seal, Jr., Robert Craton BRO 09/07/09

23. Who have been reinstated as local pastors (¶320.4)? Walton Eddie Edwards - MER 24. What ordained ministers from other Annual Conferences or Methodist denominations are approved for appointment in the Annual Conference while retaining their conference or denominational membership (¶¶331.8, 346.1)? (List alphabetically; indicate Annual Conference or denomination where membership is held. Indicate credential.) a. Annual Conferences Brownlee, David North Carolina - OE EJA Sturm, James L. West Virginia – OE SEA Kingsbury, Chad Downing Memphis- OD STA Walters, Jon South Indiana – OR MER b. Other Methodist Denominations Clark, John Paul Free Methodist - OE EJA Steveline, David Lee Free Methodist - OE BRO Rhodes, Cecil Methodist Church of Southern Africa - OE GWD 25. What clergy in good standing in other Christian denominations have been approved to serve appointments or ecumenical ministries within the bounds of the Annual Conference while retaining their denominational affiliation (¶¶331.8, 346.2)? (v) (Designate with an asterisk those who have been accorded voting rights within the annual conference. Indicate credential.) Collette, Andy - SEA 26. Who are affiliate members: (List alphabetically; indicate annual conference or denomination where membership is held.) a. With vote (¶586.4 [v])? No one b. Without vote (¶¶334.4, 344.40? (v 2/3) Guy Stephen Blakemore, Holston Conference NOTE: If your conference has admitted or ordained persons as a courtesy to another conference, list these persons in Question 40 only. If persons have been admitted or ordained by another annual conference as a courtesy to your conference, list these persons in Questions 27-39, whichever are appropriate, giving the date and name of the accommodating conference. 27. Who are elected as associate members? ¶322 (v) (List alphabetically-see note preceding Question 27): Glazier, Gary Arthur - NAL 28. Who are elected as probationary (provisional) members? (under ¶¶322, 324, 325) a. Probationary (provisional) Deacons: 1. Under the provisions of ¶324.4a, c? (v) White, Justin Warren - EJA The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 135

2. Under the provisions of ¶324.5? (v) Kirby, Martha June - SEA b. Probationary (provisional) Elders: 1. Under the provisions of ¶324.4a, b? (v) Bradley, Kevin Clyde SEA Long, III, Jesse Francis HAT Bray, Curtis Lee STA Magee, Frenchye Dionne WJA Buchholz, David Paul WJA May, Chancellor Pope STA Campos, Luz Marina SEN McAlilly, Christopher Thomas SEA Carr, Perry Lincoln TUP Napier, Bennie Kay NAL de la Cruz, Goyo SEN Speegle, Jonathan Scott STA Ford, Eddie Joe SEN 2. Under the provisions of ¶324.6? (v) No one 3. Under the provisions of ¶322.4? (v 3/4) No one 29. Who are continued as probationary (provisional) members, and in what year were they admitted to probationary (provisional) membership (¶326)? a. In preparation for ordination as a deacon? (PD) (¶326.1) McCaleb, Karie Sue McCarty 09 BRO Milo-Moultrie, Paula Vanessa 09 SEA Messner, Philip Karl 09 WJA b. In preparation for ordination as an elder? (PE) (¶326.2) Butler, Benjamin Hartford 08 STA Murray, Anthony Jerome 08 MER Cameron, Pamela Jewel 08 STA Newell, Frank Michael 09 HAT Dixon, Linda Faye 09 HAT Owens, Steven Grant 08 TUP Ducker, William Gregory 08 STA Powell, Kerry Lee 06 NAL Edwards-Evans, Tanya Yvette 07 HAT Presley, Gavin Lance 07 TUP Foster, John Thomas 08 TUP Roller, Amy Denise Pearson 08 MER Franklin, Jason Wayne 07 NAL Roller, Paul Douglas 08 MER Gibson, Peggy Ann 08 GWD Ruff, Garry Evan 09 SEA Gomillion Ronald Gene 08 WJA Sanford, Emily Lauren 08 WJA Gordon, Adam Louis 08 NAL Schwake, Ronald Lloyd 08 MER Grant, Erin Nichole 09 HAT Shrader, Michelle Marie 08 WJA Grant Jr., Robert Wilson 08 HAT Shumaker, David Carl 09 STA Hall Jr., Harold B. 08 GWD Smith, Maurice 09 TUP Haynes, Christopher Frank Thompson 09 Stockstill, Eugene Hunter 07 TUP WJA Travis, Annie Louise 07 BRO Ivy, Justin Kyle 07 NAL White, Creighton Delon 08 NAL McCaleb, Roy Reed 09 BRO Wilson, Jacob Dale 08 WJA McCaskill, Brenda Ann 09 SEN Yearber, Kevin Wilburn 09 EJA McCoy, David Henry 08 STA c. Probationary (provisional) deacons who became probationary (provisional) elders? (Indicate year) No one d. Probationary (provisional) elders who became probationary (provisional) deacons? (Indicate year) No one e. Probationary (provisional) members who transferred from other conferences or denominations? (¶347) No one 30. Who have been received from other Christian denominations (¶347.3): (List alphabetically—see note preceding Question 27): a. As probationary (provisional) members (¶347.3a,b)? (v) (date received) No one b. As local pastors (¶347.3a)? (v) (date received) No one 31. Who are elected as members in full connection? (List alphabetically-see note preceding Question 27. Anyone appearing on this question must also be listed somewhere in questions 32-33 or 35, unless the clergy’s orders from another denomination were recognized on question 39 in a previous year.): a. Deacons Braman, Diane Lynne - WJA

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b. Elders Duckworth, Darian Elise BRO McRaney, Len Edward MER Gordon, Amanda Lea NAL Parvin, Allison Stacey STA Henry, Jr., Johniel Lee TUP Sanford, Eric Christopher WJA James, George Richard EJA Smith, Deanna GWD Kitchens, Ronald Andrew BRO Wallace, Jonathan Darrell HAT Landfair Sr., Ozell SEN Williams, Ada Clay GWD Liu, Gerald Chien WJA 32. Who are elected for ordination as deacons in full connection: (List alphabetically-see note preceding Question 27) a. After probationary (provisional) membership (¶330)? (v 2/3) Braman, Diane Lynne - WJA b. Transfer from elder in full connection (¶ 309.3) ? (v 2/3) No one 33. Who are elected for ordination as elders? a. After probationary (provisional) membership(¶335) (v 2/3) Duckworth, Darian Elise BRO McRaney, Len Edward MER Gordon, Amanda Lea NAL Parvin, Allison Stacey STA Henry, Jr., Johniel Lee TUP Sanford, Eric Christopher WJA James, George Richard EJA Smith, Deanna GWD Kitchens, Ronald Andrew BRO Wallace, Jonathan Darrell HAT Landfair Sr., Ozell SEN Williams, Ada Clay GWD Liu, Gerald Chien WJA b. Transfer from deacon in full connection? (¶ 309.3) (v 2/3) No one 34. What probationary (provisional) members, previously discontinued, are readmitted (¶364)? (v) No one 35. Who are readmitted (¶¶365–367 [v], ¶368 [v 2/3]): a. As associate members? No one b. As members in full connection? No one 36. Who are returned to the effective relationship after voluntary retirement (¶358.7): (v) a. As associate members? No one b. As probationary (provisional) members? (Indicate credential) No one c. As members in full connection? (Indicate credential) No one 37. Who have been received by transfer from other annual conferences of The United Methodist Church (¶¶347.1, 416.5, 635.2m)? (List alphabetically. Indicate credential. See note preceding Question 27.) Name Conference Date LeBlanc, Andrew Alabama/West Florida 03/04/10 LeBlanc, Sandra Alabama/West Florida 06/23/10 38. Who are transferred in from other Methodist denominations (¶347.2)? (List alphabetically. Indicate credential.) No one 39. What clergy, coming from other Christian denominations, have had their orders recognized (¶348): (v) a. As deacons? No one b. As elders? No one 40. Who have been ordained as a courtesy to other conferences, after election by the other conference? (See note preceding Question 27. Such courtesy elections or ordinations do not require transfer of conference membership.) a. Deacons in full connection? No one b. Elders in full connection? No one 41. Who have been transferred out to other annual conferences of The United Methodist Church (¶416.5)? (List alphabetically. Indicate credential. See note preceding Question 27.) Name Conference Date Robinson, Bradford Darrell - PE Kentucky 01/15/10 McDonald, Tiffany Jo - FE Minnesota 07/1/10 42. Who are discontinued as probationary (provisional) members (¶327.6)? (Indicate credential) (v). Judy, Sherrill Stanley - PD SEA Stanford, Marvin Reid – PD SEN The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 137

43. Who are on location? a. Who has been granted honorable location (¶359.1)? (Give date when this action became effective. Record Charge Conference where membership is held. Indicate credential and year of most recent report.): 1. This year? (v) Buckley, Marjorie - Oxford-University UMC 2. Previously? Cornelius, Michael A. 06/04/86 Lebanon UMC, 359 4th Ave Est, Oneonta, AL 35121 Daniel, Robert Paul 06/92 PO Box 5114, Jackson, MS 39296, Pearl, MS 39208 Eakes, Fredrick Hugh 06/94 410 Kimmons St, Water Valley, MS 38965 Gong, Siu Ying 1995 Desoto County, 502 Rasco Rd W, Southaven, MS 38671 Grace, Whitney Ford 06/08/08 Harpole, James Young 06/89 Hudson, C Nolen 06/89 Jenkins, Sherry Crandall 06/08/08 St. Luke, Tupelo, MS Loper, John Orville 06/92 Crossgates UMC, Brandon, MS McDole, William Davis 06/05/75 2395 Ridgepole Dr., #406, Dillard, GA 30537 Monroe, Cathy Wells 06/14/06 15203 Martin Glen Terrace, Midlothian, VA 23112 Morrow Jr., Thomas Clark 06/15/91 2534 Bomar Avenue, Fort Worth, TX 76103-2214 Oliver, Jr. Harroll Bufkin 06/15/91 Pittman, Thomas Franklin 06/96 Getwell Road, 1350 Forrest Lake Cove, Hernando, MS 38632 Rosenkrans III, Duane Benjamin 1995 923 Warrior Rd, West Point, MS 39773 Rushing, Jr. Charles Frank 06/01 Stephens, Ronnie Houston 06/11/72 First UMC, 701 Magnolia Dr., Tupelo, MS 38804 Shaw, John Victor 07/01/07 First UMC, 14 Prairie Crest Dr., Sante Fe, NM 87505 Thomas Jr., Mitchell R. 07/90 Pontotoc First, 157 E. Oxford, Pontotoc, MS 38863 b. Who on honorable location are appointed ad interim as local pastors? (¶359.2) (Indicate date and appointment.) No one c. Who has been placed on administrative location (¶363.1? (Give date when this action became effective. Record Charge Conference where membership is held. Indicate credential.): 1. This year? (v) No one 2. Previously? Brewer, Leland – RE – 06/95 HAT 44. Who have been granted the status of honorable location–retired (¶360.3)? (Record Charge Conference where membership is held. Indicate credential.) a. This year? (v) No one b. Previously? No one 45. Who have had their status as honorably located and their orders terminated (¶360.2)? (v) (Give date when this action became effective. Indicate credential.) No one 46. Who have had their conference membership terminated? (Give date when this action became effec tive. Indicate credential.) a. By withdrawal to unite with another denomination (¶361.1, .4)? (v) No one b. By withdrawal from the ordained ministerial office (¶361.2, .4)? (v) No one c. By withdrawal under complaints or charges (¶¶361.3, .4; 2719.2)? (v) No one d. By termination of orders under recommendation of the Board of Ordained Ministry (¶354.5)? (v) No one e. By trial (¶2713)? (v) No one 47. Who have been suspended under the provisions of ¶362.1c or ¶2704.2c or 2711.3? (Give effective dates. Indicate credential.) .) LuQuire, Jr., Russell Callen 10/27/09 – 12/15/09 RE 48. Deceased (List alphabetically in the spaces provided): a. What associate members have died during the year? Effective: Name Date of Birth Date of Death Minnix, Danny Harold 02/14/1946 10/09/2009 138 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

Retired: Name Date of Birth Date of Death Cotten, Frances Louise 10/03/1929 10/06/2009 Sowell, Grady 09/10/1928 09/25/2009 Stauddy, James Robert 08/04/1940 11/15/2009 b. What probationary members have died during the year? Indicate credential. Effective: No one Retired: No one c. What elders in full connection have died during the year? Effective: No one Retired: Name Date of Birth Date of Death Babb, Jr., Jewel Galloway 08/23/1924 11/11/2009 Biggers, Roy Harmon 06/01/1944 01/28/2010 Bryant, Hollis Wesley 11/04/1915 05/11/2010 Carter, John Floyd 08/20/1916 04/28/2010 Hearty, Jr., John William 03/17/1921 02/15/2010 Hull, Samuel Jay 05/17/1927 01/25/2010 James, Johnny Q. C. 04/27/1923 11/27/2009 Jones, Cecil Brandt 06/21/1934 02/04/2010 Morrow, Jr., John Henry 11/10/1922 12/14/2009 Murphy, Tommy Maurice 12/30/1941 11/11/2009 Napier, Denson Cromwell 12/27/1928 05/09/2010 Price, Floyd William 07/20/1927 12/13/2009 Shell, Bobby Joe 09/15/1943 08/31/2009 Smith, Earnest Andrew 08/25/1913 11/13/2009 Sparks, William Don 01/27/1943 10/05/2009 Spencer, Edwin Ayers 11/20/1920 04/05/2010 Watkins, William Warren 07/16/1927 05/23/2010 d. What deacons in full connection have died during the year? Effective: No one Retired: No one e. What local pastors have died during the year? Active: No one Retired: Name Date of Birth Date of Death Bonner, Roy Everett 09/01/1918 03/25/2010 Elmore, Patsy Alexander 11/05/1929 02/19/2010 Ford, Robert 01/01/1916 10/10/2009 Henry, James Eckford 04/10/1925 08/27/2009 Roebuck, Sr., Arthur John 07/09/1929 03/10/2010 49. What probationary or ordained members have received appointments in other Annual Conferences of The United Methodist Church while retaining their membership in this Annual Conference (¶¶331.8, 346.1)? (List alphabetically; indicate Annual Conference where appointed. Indicate credential.) Name Conference Date Boone, Jimmy Michael Alabama-West Florida FE NAL 06/15/07 Box, Oliver James Virginia FE TUP 07/01/09 Fuquay, David Florida FE STA 01/01/06 Gary, Jr., George Robert North Georgia FE EJA 06/22/10 Hayden, Karen Koons Missouri FE MER 06/22/10 Martino, Eugene Tennessee FE SEA 07/01/08 Stanford, Larry Shane Alabama-West Florida FE HAT 06/01/09 Ray, Glenn Iowa FE SEN 07/01/05 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 139

50. Who are the probationary or ordained members on leave of absence and for what number of years consecutively has each held this relation (¶354)? Indicate credential. Record Charge Conference where membership is held.) a. Voluntary? (v; v 2/3 after 5 years) 1. Personal Name Effective Date Number of Years Charge Conference Carothers, Jr., Davis Roy – FE 06/22/10 WJA Coker, Jr., Hiram J. - FE 06/22/10 MER Knighton, Wanda Lou - FE 06/08/08 2 SEA Norris, Jerry - FE 02/27/04 6 SEN Thomas, Glenn - FD 09/01/04 6 WJA 2. Family Name Effective Date Number of Years Charge Conference Benefield-Pfaf, Rachel –FE 06/30/06 4 SEA Dailey, Bobby Earl - FE 06/23/09 1 HAT Hilliard, Terry Lynn – FE 06/22/10 MER McNair, Mark Jason - FE 06/23/09 1 SEN Miskelly, William Hall - FE 06/22/10 TUP Richardson, Chris Brooking – FE 06/30/06 4 BRO 3. Transitional Name Effective Date Number of Years Charge Conference Beam-Ingram, Alicia – FD 06/22/10 STA Milo-Moultrie, Paula - PD 06/22/10 SEA b. Involuntary? (v 2/3) Name Effective Date Charge Conference Moore, Van Stephen - AM 02/09/09 BRO c. Who have been placed on leave of absence since the last session of the Annual Conference (ad interim)?: 1. Voluntary? i. Personal Name Effective Date Charge Conference Keen, Steven Paul - FD 07/01/09 TUP (transitioning to Elder) McGough, Oscar Marion - FD 07/01/09 SEA (transitioning to Elder) ii. Family No one iii. Transitional No one 2. Involuntary? No one d. Who on leave of absence have had their leaves terminated since the last session of the Annual Conference (ad interim)? No one 51. Who are granted sabbatical leave (¶352)? (v) (Give date when this relation became effective; indicate credential.) No one 52. What actions have been taken concerning disabled members (¶357)? (Indicate credential.) a. Who were granted incapacity leave since the last annual conference session (¶357.2)? (Give effective dates): Abrams, Carolyn FE 06/22/10; Abrams, Robert Lee FE 06/22/10; Gerber, Frederick Leon FL 06/22/10; McDonald, Raymond Anthony FE 03/01/10; Waddell, Charles E. FE 03/01/10 b. Who have had their incapacity leave terminated since the last conference session (¶357.3)? (Give effective dates of terminations): McDonald, Raymond Anthony FE 06/21/10 c. Who are granted incapacity leave at this session (¶358.1)? (v) Bolton, Larry D 03/01/97 13 AM McCain, Don R. 07/01/05 5 FE Bond, John W. 04/01/01 9 PM Perez-Bonilla, Carlos 01/01/04 6 FE Burkes, John Clinton 06/10/08 2 FE Phillips, Patrick Leon 07/01/07 3 FE Crumble, Cora 09/01/02 8 FE Samson, Tom L. 07/01/05 5 FE Davis, Harry B. 07/01/03 7 FE Sebren, Jr. Richard R. 04/01/02 8 AM DeVore, Stephen Alan 02/01/09 1 FE Staggs, John 07/01/07 2 FE Dial, Stephen G. 06/01/89 21 FE Tucker, John Thomas 07/01/98 12 FE Glenn, Dale F. 06/01/04 6 FL Willoughby, David J. 07/01/07 3 FE Hawks, Thomas Carnal 10/01/08 1 FE 140 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

53. What members in full connection have been retired (¶358): (List alphabetically giving full name— first, middle, last—in that order. If retiring in the interim between conference sessions (¶358.2d), indicate the effective date of retirement.) (Under ¶358.1, no vote required; under ¶358.2, v; under ¶358.3, v 2/3) Deacons a. This year? Nancy Faye Bishop, Dianne Ruth Powell Harms, Audrey Rebecca Wimberley b. Previously? See previous Journal. Elders a. This year? Henry Eugene Banes, Donald Lee Bishop, Marshall Gilbert Jenkins, Andrea Kersh Johnson, Eddie Lee Jones, James Minor Matheny, Frank Ray Millender, Kelly Eugene Pope, David Sterling Price 12/31/09, James Richard Robbins, Sukumari Samuel-Michael b. Previously? See Previous Journal. 54. What associate members have been retired (¶358): (List alphabetically giving full name-first, middle, last-in that order. If retiring in the interim between conference sessions (¶358.2d), indicate the effective date of retirement.) (Under ¶358.1, no vote required; under ¶358.2, v; under ¶358.3, v 2/3) a.This year? Linnie Juanita Booker, David C. Keller, Patricia Ward Twiner b. Previously? See Previous Journal. 55. What probationary (provisional) members have been retired (¶358): (Indicate credential. If retiring in the interim between conference sessions (¶358.2d), indicate the effective date of retirement.) (Under ¶358.1, no vote required; under ¶358.2, v; under ¶358.3, v 2/3) a. This year? No one b. Previously? No one 56. Who have been recognized as retired local pastors (¶320.6): a. This year? Robert L. Cartlidge, Ray E. Crawford, Jr., Roosevelt Gage, Dean Everette Jones 08/01/09, Lewis Douglas May, Willie James Young b. Previously? See previous Journal. 57. Changes in clergy membership: What is the number of ordained ministers: (NOTE: The numbers in parenthesis following each category listing are the question numbers in this report form where ministers in that category are listed. The number reported below should agree with the number of names listed in the corresponding questions.) a. Elected as associate members? (27)...... 1 b. Elected as probationary (provisional) members? (28a, b)...... 15 c. Elected as deacons in full connection? (31a)...... 1 d. Elected as elders in full connection? (31b)...... 13 e. Readmitted? (34, 35a, b)...... 0 f. Retired made effective? (36a, b, c)...... 0 g. Transferred in? (30a, 37, 38)...... 2 h. Transferred out? (41)...... 2 i. Discontinued as probationary (provisional) members? (42)...... 2 j. Honorably located this year? (43a1)...... 1 k. Administratively located this year? (43c1)...... 0 l. Withdrawn? (46a, b, c)...... 0 m. Termination of orders? (46d)...... 0 n. Terminated by trial? (46e)...... 0 o. Deceased? (48a, b, c, d, e)...... 26 58. What is the number of: a. Pastoral Charges? 713 b. Local Churches? 1,097 59. What is the number of clergy members of the Annual Conference: a. By appointment category and conference relationship? NOTES: 1. Where applicable, the question numbers on this report form corresponding to each category have been placed in parenthesis following the category title. Where these question numbers appear, the number reported in that category should agree with the number of names listed in the corresponding questions. The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 141

2. For the three categories of Appointments to Extension Ministries, please report as follows: ¶344.1a, c): the number of clergy members appointed within United Methodist connectional structures, including district superintendents, or to an ecumenical agency. ¶344.1b, c): the number of clergy members appointed to extension ministries, under endorse- ment by the Division of Chaplains and Related Ministries of the General Board of Higher Education and Ministry. ¶344.1d): the number of clergy members appointed to other valid ministries, confirmed by a two-thirds vote of the Annual Conference. See the Discipline paragraphs indicated for more detailed description of these appointment categories. (Licensed Local Pastors not currently under appointment should not be counted as clergy members of the conference)

Categories in Deacons Connection Full Full in Elders Connection Probationary (provisional) Deacons Probationary (provisional) Elderss Associate Members Affiliate & Members Vote with Local Full-time Pastors Local Part-time Pastors Pastors and deacons whose primary appointment is to a 10 304 3 49 17 93 190 Local Church (¶¶331.1c, 339) Deacons (in full connection and probationary (provisional)) serving 13 1 Beyond the Local Church (¶331.1a, b) (81a,b) Appointments to Extension Ministries 4 0 0 0 0 (¶316.1; 344.1a, c) (80a) Appointments to Extension Ministries 0 0 0 0 0 (¶316.1; 344.1b, c) (80b) Appointments to Extension Ministries 18 0 0 1 1 (¶316.1; 344.1d) (80c) Appointments to 0 2 0 0 0 Attend School (82) Appointed to Other Annual Conferences 0 8 0 0 0 (49) On Leave of 3 4 0 0 1 Absence (50a, 50b) 142 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

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On Family Leave 0 6 0 0 0 (50a2, c2)

On Sabbatical Leave 0 0 0 0 0 (51)

On Incapacity Leave 0 18 1 0 2 2 0 (52c)

On Transitional Leave (50a3, 1 0 1 0 0 50c1iii) Retired (53, 54, 55) 8 274 0 2 33

Total Number, Clergy 35 638 6 51 53 96 191 Members

Grand Total, All Conference 1070 Clergy Members

Note: Full and Part Time Local Pastor numbers include retired Local Pastors serving those positions. See question 21.a and 21.b. b. By gender and racial/ethnic identification? (NOTE: See the instruction for item 59 for guidelines to assist in the racial/ethnic identification count.) Female Clergy Members

Categories in Deacons Connection Full Full in Elders Connection Probationary (provisional) Deacons Probationary (provisional) Elderss Associate Members Affiliate & Members Vote with Local Full-time Pastors Local Part-time Pastors Asian 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 African American/ 2 23 1 6 1 1 16 Black Hispanic 0 0 0 1 0 0 1 Native American 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Pacific Islander 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 White 20 54 2 6 4 12 13 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 143

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Female Clergy Members

Categories in Deacons Connection Full Full in Elders Connection Probationary (provisional) Deacons Probationary (provisional) Elderss Associate Members Affiliate & Members Vote with Local Full-time Pastors Local Part-time Pastors Multi-Racial 0 1 0 0 1 0 0 Total Number, Female Clergy 22 78 3 13 6 13 29 Members* Grand Total, All Conference Female 164 Clergy Members*

Male Clergy Members

Categories in Deacons Connection Full Full in Elders Connection Probationary (provisional) Deacons Probationary (provisional) Elderss Associate Members Affiliate & Members Vote with Local Full-time Pastors Local Part-time Pastors Asian 0 3 0 0 0 0 0 African American/ 1 65 0 6 12 22 77 Black Hispanic 0 1 0 0 0 1 0 Native American 0 1 0 0 0 0 1 Pacific Islander 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 White 12 490 3 31 34 60 82 Multi-Racial 0 0 0 0 1 0 2 Total Number, Female Clergy 13 560 3 38 47 83 162 Members* Grand Total, All Conference Female 906 Clergy Members*

*The sums entered in these spaces should agree with the comparable totals in the bottom two lines of question 59). Note: Full and Part Time Local Pastor numbers include retired Local Pastors serving those positions. See question 21.a and 21.b. 144 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

Part III - Certification in Specialized and Certified Ministry (¶632.2t, The Book of Discipline) Note: Indicate credential of persons in Part III: FD, FE, PD, PE, AM, FL, PL, and LM. 60. Who are the candidates in process for certification in specialized ministry? Black, Janis Lay Spiritual Formation Martin, Jason C. Lay Youth Ministry Bourn, Kimberly Lay Christian Education Robinson, Lindsey FE Spiritual Formation Braman, Diane Lynne FD Spiritual Formation Ross, Kevin Lay Music Ministry Casteel, Russell Lay Camping Ministry Ross, Shellie Lay Youth Ministry DeMuth, Kathy Pate Lay Spiritual Formation Williams, Annie F. Lay Spiritual Formation Johnson, Sherry FD Spiritual Formation Williams, Becky Posey Lay Spiritual Formation 61. Who is certified in specialized ministry? (List the areas of specialized ministry. Indicate by an asterisk those certified this year.) Biedenharn, Dorothy Clare FE Spiritual Peden, Robert H. FD Music Ministry Formation Rickman, Linda Aaron FD Christian Education Carr, Jimmy Lee FD Christian Education Schloemer, Kaye Junkin Lay Christian Education; *Carr, Susannah FE Spiritual Formation Evangelism Douglas, Stacy Joe FE Music Ministry *Watts, Jane Lay Spiritual Formation Jones, Frances Gail Lay Music Ministry Walker, Edgar J. DM Music Ministry Larsen, Catherine Parker FD Christian Education Whited, Linda Robinson FD Christian Education Miller, Thomas Emory FD Youth Ministry

62. Who are transferred in as a certified person in specialized ministry? No one 63. Who are transferred out as a certified person in specialized ministry? No one 64. Who have been removed as a certified person in specialized ministry? No one 65. Who are certified as lay ministers (¶ 271, 635.2v, and 665.10)? (List alphabetically giving full name - first, middle, last - in that order, by district) Jerome Goddard - STA Part IV - Diaconal Ministers (Paragraph numbers in questions 67-75 refer to The 1992 Book of Discipline) 66. Who constitute the Committee on Investigation (¶2703.3)? (v) Principals: Joy Carr; Ed Walker Alternates: Patt Fiedler; Dorothy Townsend 67. Who are reinstated as diaconal ministers (¶313.3c)? (v) No one 68. Who are transferred in as diaconal ministers (¶312)? No one 69. Who are transferred out as diaconal ministers (¶312)? No one 70. Who have had their conference relationship as diaconal ministers terminated by Annual Conference action (¶313.3)? (Under ¶313.3a, no vote; under ¶313.3b, v 2/3) No one 71. What diaconal ministers have died during the year? a. Effective: No one b. Retired: No one 72. What diaconal ministers have been granted leaves of absence under ¶313.1a, c, d) (disability, study/sabbatical, or personal leave): (v) a. Since the last session of the Annual Conference? (Give effective date of each): No One b. At this session of the Annual Conference? (Include names of persons listed in Question 72a, if their leaves of absence are continuing): No one 73. What diaconal ministers have been granted an extended leave (¶313.1e): a. Since the last session of the Annual Conference? (Give effective date of each): No one b. At this session of the Annual Conference? (Include names of persons listed in Question 73a, if their leaves of absence are continuing): No one 74. Who have returned to active status: a. From disability, study/sabbatical, or personal leave of absence (¶313.1a, c, d)? No one b. From extended leave (¶313.1e)? (v) No one 75. Who have taken the retired relationship to the Annual Conference as diaconal ministers (¶313.2): (Under ¶313.2b, v 2/3) a. This year? Bobo Len D. b. Previously? See previous Journal. The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 145

Part V - Appointments and Concluding Business

76. Who are approved for less than full time service? a. What associate members and elders are approved for appointment to less than full-time service, what is the total number of years for which such approval has been granted to each, and for what fraction of full-time service (in one-quarter increments) is approval granted (for purposes of equitable compensation claim and pension credit) ¶¶338.2, 342.2, 1506.4b)? (v ¾): Altman, Mervyn Jonathan Gibbs, Anjohnette 18 ¾ Watson, Douglas Monroe 1 1 ½ EJA GWD ¾ EJA Dye, James 4 ¾ NAL Norris, Edward C. 2 ¼ SEN b. What deacons in full connection and probationary (provisional) deacons are approved for appointment to less than full-time service (¶331.7)? No one 77. Who have been appointed as interim pastors under the provisions of ¶338.3 since the last session of the annual conference, and for what period of time? Polk, Charles Sessions 03/01/10 – 06/21/10 Purvis/Talowah HAT Howell, Loyal Glenn 03/01/10 – 06/21/10 Prentiss/Santee HAT 78. What changes have been made in appointments since the last annual conference session? (Attach list. Include and identify Appointments Beyond the Local Church (Deacons) and Appointments to Extension Ministries (Elders). Give effective dates of all changes.) Little, Maggie Y. 08/01/09 West Point: St. Paul STA Ashton, Rwth 09/01/09 Chaplain, Millsaps College WJA LeBlanc, Andrew 09/01/09 Crossgates: Associate (346.1) EJA Smith, Phillip 09/01/09 Rose Hill Charge-Pleasant Grove/Rose Hill MER Taylor, Wayne 10/16/09 Rose Hill Charge-Hopewell MER Lovett, Lionel Fitzgerald 10/16/09 John Wesley-Walden Chapel & Holmes CC GWD Price, Kathy 10/16/09 Belzoni First GWD McCord, Billy 11/02/09 Coffeeville SEN Dodd, Sam 12/01/09 Minter City GWD Boyd, Marty 01/01/10 Tibbee: Jones Chapel STA Jones, Scot 01/01/10 Heritage HAT Lindley, Giles 01/01/10 District Superintendent STA Lynch, Ellis 01/01/10 Salem Barlow Charge BRO Gales, Robert 01/01/10 Waveland-Clermont Harbor SEA Navarrete, Jorge 01/01/10 Forest Trinity Mission Church EJA Cason, Wally 01/01/10 East Jackson Hispanic Ministry and Kalem EJA Spencer, Eddie 01/01/10 Little Zion Barlow Charge BRO Rambo, Bob 01/02/10 Central:Meridian MER Campbell, Charles 01/24/10 Mt. Carmel BRO Vanderburg, Neville 03/01/10 Barton SEN Henderson, David 04/01/10 St. Paul Ocean Springs SEA Barkum, Nathaniel 05/01/10 Ramsey Memorial SEA 79. What elders (full connection and probationary (provisional)), associate members, and local pastors are appointed to ministry to the local church and where are they appointed for the ensuing year? (Attach a list.) No one 80. What elders (full connection and probationary (provisional), associate members, and local pastors are appointed to extension ministries for the ensuing year? (Attach a list) a. Within the connectional structures of United Methodism (¶344.1a, c)? Stewart Mary Caroline Wesley Foundation - Co-LinCC BRO Crosby, Johnny District Superintendent BRO Giordano, Ted Camp Wesley Pines BRO Lewis, Jr., Arthur District Ethnic Local Church BRO McRaney, Len Edward District Staff BRO Stamps, Vera Hall Alcorn State Univ BRO Beasley, Zachary Wesley Foundation - JSU EJA Lord, Gerald GBHEM, Assoc. General Secretary EJA Gipson, Mattie D. District Staff GWD 146 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

Howse, Gary Grace Network GWD White, Vickie District Superintendent GWD/SEN Pitts, Rachel Wesley Foundation - MDCC GWD Walker, Marjorie Wesley Foundation - MVSU GWD Lovett, Lionel Fitzgerald Wesley Foundation - Holmes CC; Conf. Staff GWD Cessna, Trudy District Staff HAT Hicks, Mike District Superintendent HAT Richardson, John Wesley Foundation - JCJC HAT Taylor, Bruce Wesley Foundation - ECCC MER Thompson, Timothy District Superintendent MER Beam, Jerry District Superintendent NAL/SEN Gordon, Adam Wesley Foundation - NEMCC NAL Hathorn, Dale Approved Evangelist NAL Willis, Eddie Wesley Foundation - Univ of MS NAL McAlilly, Bill District Superintendent SEA Burnett, Carol Moore Community House, Executive Director SEA Landfair, Sr., Ozell Wesley Foundation – CCC SEN Magee, Frenchye Dionne Rust College SEN Huffman, David Wesley Foundation - NWCC SEN Pepper, Doug Approved Evangelist SEN Griffith, Hugh MS State Univ. Wesley Foundation STA Fuquay, David Wesley Foundation – University of Florida STA Hillman, Adam Byrd Pensions Liaison STA McDougald, Ron Trinity Place, Columbus STA Lindley, Giles District Superintendent STA/EJA Foster, John T. Wesley Foundation - ICC TUP Garrott, John Approved Evangelist TUP Keen, Steven Paul District Program Staff TUP Vinson, Stephen United Methodist Senior Services TUP Barnes, Jimmy District Superintendent TUP Haynes, Christopher Frank Mississippi Conference WJA Jackson, Embra Administrative Assistant to Bishop WJA Casteel, Steve Mississippi Conference WJA Owen, LaRue UM Foundation, Director of Development WJA Rasberry, Henderson District Superintendent WJA/EJA Reiff, Joseph T. Emory & Henry College WJA Robbins, James Richard Center for Ministry Course of Study WJA Youngblood, Rebecca Director, Center for Ministry WJA b. To ministries endorsed by the Board of Higher Education and Ministry (¶344.1b, c)? Baker, Michael US Navy BRO Leverette, Walter US Navy BRO Altman, Mervyn Jonathan Mid-Delta Home Health & Hospice EJA Stoglin, Richmond US Marine Corp GWD Campbell, Charles Burton US Army HAT Flowers, Roger Wesley Hosp HAT Cheney, Charlene Nicole US Army MER Young, Daniel Riley Hospital for Children NAL Biedenharn, Dorothy Clare East Jefferson Parish Hospital SEA Lofton, Toby Eugene National Guard SEA Ranager, Joseph Methodist HC Systems SEN King, Marvin Morris Brown College STA Richardson, James NMMC Hospice TUP Armstrong, Terri Traceway Retirement Community TUP Wilson, III, Earl US Navy WJA The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 147

c. To other valid ministries under the provisions of ¶344.1d? (v 2/3) Blackwell, Sylvia The One Foundation EJA Crump, A.W. Prof., Jackson State Univ. EJA Hall, John Robert Holmes Community College EJA Knight, Gary MS State Hospital EJA Matheny, Kristen Williams Thresholds Counseling and Consulting EJA Payne, Nathan Joseph Atlanta Regional Hospital EJA Woodard, Susan Alpha Project HAT Owen, Dorothy Dale North Atlanta Tri-Hospital HAT Porter, James Lauren Wesley Biblical Seminary HAT Appel, Kurt Cargill & Associates SEA Dickson-Rishel, Dorothy Memorial Hosp., Gulfport SEA Lobasso, Michael Crossroads Hospice of Tennessee SEN Penick, Catherine Tindal Whole Man Ministries – Noxubee County STA Keen, Steven Paul Gilmore Foundation TUP Smith, Casey American Family Association TUP Alexander, Martha Operation Shoestring WJA Pridmore, John Eric Hinds Community College WJA Ross, Sally Fran Lutheran Episcopal Services WJA Tashiro, Paul Wesley Biblical Seminary WJA White, David F. Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary WJA 81. Who are appointed as deacons (full connection and probationary (provisional)) for the ensuing year? (Attach a list.) a. Through non-United Methodist agencies and settings beyond the local church (¶331.1a)? Ashton, Loye B. Tougaloo College EJA Braman, Diane Lynne Catholic Charities WJA Collins, Julie DREAM HAT Frazier, Walter L Grace Counseling Center WJA Rollins, Felix Lloyd Dir. of U.S. Programs International Relief and Development SEA Van Every, Eugene Therapist-MS Band of Choctaw Indians EJA b. Through United Methodist Church-related agencies and schools within the connectional structures of The United Methodist Church (¶331.1b)? Webster, Carolyn Fulgham District Staff BRO White, Justin District Staff STA Carr, Jimmy Executive Director - SEJAC WJA Garvin, Elisabeth Anne Mississippi Conference WJA Hutto, Patrick Wesley Foundation - USM HAT Johnson, Sherry Bryant Assoc. Dir. Center for Ministry Jackson, MS WJA Miller, Thomas Emory Dir. Good Shepherd Center Vicksburg, MS WJA Whited, Linda UM Publishing House (GBOD) GWD c. Within a local congregation, charge, or cooperative parish (¶331.1c)? No one 82. Who are appointed to attend school (¶416.6)? (List alphabetically all those whose prime appointment is to attend school.) Associate Members: No one Probationary (provisional) Members: No one Members in Full Connection: Liu, Gerald (Vanderbilt) - WJA 83. Where are the diaconal ministers appointed for the ensuing year (¶310) [1992 Discipline]? (Attach list) See appt. list. 84. What other personal notations should be made? (Include such matters as changes in pension credit (¶1506.6), corrections or additions to matters reported in the “Business of the Annual Conference” form in previous years, and legal name changes of clergy members and diaconal ministers.) Q. 16 of 2004 Journal, change in charge lines, add: “New Albany District - 1. Abolish the Oxford South Charge (Pine Flat and Taylor). Pine Flat and Taylor stand alone.” 148 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

Q. 46 of 2007 Journal should have listed David Lindsay Brooks, discontinued as Probationary Member Q. 46 of 2008 Journal should have listed Robert Wayne Ansell, discontinued as Probationary Member Q. 43c2 of 2009 Journal should have listed Leland Brewer, RE, administrative location since 06/95 Q. 44 of 2009 Journal listed “pending” date for Ramon Frashawn Smith’s transfer to Central Texas Conference. The actual date of transfer was June 1, 2009. Q. 71b of 2009 Journal should have listed as deceased retired diaconal minister: Kathryn Clark (Date of Birth: 06/04/1912 and Date of Death: 03/09/09) 85. Where and when shall the next Conference Session be held (¶603.2, 3)? Jackson, Mississippi – June 9 through June 12, 2011 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 149

C. 2010-2011 Appointments

Appointment Codes DM Diaconal Minister OP Probationary (Provisional) DR Retired Diaconal Minister Member of Other Annual AF Affiliate Member Conference AM Associate Member OF Full Member of Other PD Probationary (Provisional) Denomination Deacon RD Retired Deacon in Full FD Deacon in Full Connection Connection FE Elder in Full Connection RE Retired Full Elder PE Probationary (Provisional) RA Retired Associate Member Elder RP Retired Probationary OA Associate Member of Other (Provisional) Member Annual Conference RL Retired Local Pastor OD Deacon Member of Other FL Full Time Local Pastor Annual Conference PL Part Time Local Pastor OE Elder Member of Other LM Certified Lay Minister Annual Conference or Other Methodist Denomination

Brookhaven District District Superintendent – Johnny J. Ebenezer-Hollis McGehee-SY (2) Crosby-FE (2) Fayette-Aaron Lamb-PL (2) Adams-Greg Pittman-FE (1) Felder-William Floyd (Skip) Atchison-FE Barlow-Michael Lynn Assink-PL (18) (3) Barlow Circuit (co-pastor)- Johnny Irving- Foxworth-Reed Houston-PL (17) SY (1) Gallman-Dan Gibson-PL (4) Barlow Circuit-(co-pastor)-Ellis Lynch-RL Georgetown-Providence- George Cutrer-PL (2) (1) Beauregard-Carl Smith-PL (9) Gloster-Louis Burghard -FL (3) Bethel- Ivan Cray-PL (3) Hazlehurst: First-David Steveline-OE (5) Brandon Bay/St. James- Carl Jackson-AM Hazlehurst: Mt Sinai-Wilbert Charles (1) Bryant, Sr.-AM (19) Bridgeville-New Hope-James Lockett-RL Hopewell-Tyler Rende Bridge-PL (4) (27) Hopewell- Toby Jones- SY (1) Brookhaven: First-H. Wayne Webster-FE (6) Johnston Chapel-Allen Standefer Dearing- Brookhaven: Jackson Street-Ron Kitchens- FE (5) FE (1) Kokomo-David Ray Young- RE (3) Brookhaven: Kynett-Eddie Spencer-FL (1) Lampton: New Zion-St. Paul-Eddie Brown- Bude-Laurie Raborn-FL (2) FE (3) Centreville-Kevin Trantham-FE (3) Liberty-Diane Woodall-PL (3) Columbia Circuit-Glenn Freeman-AM (3) Liberty Circuit- Jesse Terrell-SY (1) Columbia Valley-Hub Chapel-David Bryant- Lorman-Dennis Lewellyn -SY (1) AM (3) Loyd Star: New Hope- Carol Lynn Mote-FE Columbia: First-Keith Gaughf-FE (2) (6) Crystal Springs: New Zion-Arthur Lewis-FE Magnolia: First- Joe Felder-RL (1) (4) Magnolia: St. James-Ethel Hill Magee-PL (4) Crystal Springs-Mt. Pleasant-John M. Mallalieu-Loyd Versie Calcote -RE (3) Branning-FE (7) McComb: Centenary-David Cumbest-FE (1) 150 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

McComb: Pearl River Ave-William Floyd Summit-Carolyn Webster-FD (3) (Skip) Atchison-FE (3) Sweetwater-Gary Harper-SY (3) McComb: St. Paul-Steve Willis-SY (1) Tilton-John Maki-FE (4) Meadville-David Earl Cox-FE (8) Tylertown-Nell Maki-FE (4) Monticello-Tony McDonald-FE (1) Union Church-Burnell Newsome-RL (8) Mt. Pleasant-Adams-Richard Andre Washington-Church Hill-Reed McCaleb-PE Tillman-PL (15) (2) Mt. Carmel-Mike Hart-PL (1) Wesson: Decell Memorial-Mary Stewart-FE Natchez: Grace-Darian Duckworth-FE (4) (3) Natchez: Jefferson Street-Ed Temple-FE (4) White Oak-Joe Crawford-PL (3) Natchez:Jefferson Street(Assoc)-Karie Sue Woodville-Macedonia-Will Dowling-FE (2) McCaleb-PD (2) Extension Ministry Natchez: Lovely Lane-Kingston-Len Brookhaven District(Staff)- Len McRaney- McRaney-FE (1) FE (1) Natchez: St Johns-Dorothy Williams-SY (1) Brookhaven District(Ethn Local Church)- New Bethel/Oak Grove-Sam Craft-PL (1) Arthur Lewis-FE (2) New Fork-Thirkield-Brenda Cager-PL (3) Camp Wesley Pines (Dir)-Ted Giordano- New Hebron/Bethesda-Michael Dale AM (14) Dubose-PL (12) US Navy Chaplain-Michael Baker-FE (8) New Hope Memorial-Terry Thomas-PL (7) US Navy-Walter N. Leverette-FE (23) Pisgah-Larry Wallace-FL (5) Wesley Fnd (Dir) Alcorn Univ-Vera Hall- Pleasant Grove-Michael Porter Evans-FE (3) Stamps-FE (5) Pleasant Valley-Zion Ridge-Daniel Preston- Wesley Fnd.(Dir) SWCC-Kim Stotts PL (3) Burkett-SY (5) Roxie-Bobby Poole-PL (8) Wesley Fnd (Dir) Co-LinCC-Mary Stewart- Saint Mary’s-Mount Salem-DeMario FE (1) Benson-PL (1) Deacons Appointed Beyond the Local Sandy Hook-Scott Broughton-FL (1) Church Sartinville-Dennis Calcote-PL (3) Brookhaven District(Staff)-Carolyn St. Paul (Roxie)-Jerry Norrells-PL (1) Webster-FD (1) East Jackson District District Superintendent-William Giles PL (5) Lindley-FE (5) and Henderson Rasberry Carthage: Greenwood Chapel-Kenny (1) Bennett-PL (2) Andrew Chapel-Harrell Booth Poole-RE Conway-Barbara Taylor-PL (7) (11) Crossgates-(Senior)-John Clark Moore-FE Brandon: First-(Senior)-William Geoffrey (5) Joyner-FE (1) Crossgates-(Music)-Andrew LeBlanc-FD (1) Brandon: First-(Assoc)-Linda Aaron Crossgates-(Assoc.)-Sandra LeBlanc-FD (1) Rickman-FD (8) Crossgates (Youth) – Allison Dickerson –FD Brandon: First-(Assoc)-Daniel Herring-FL (3) (2) D’Lo-Glen Cain-SY (2) Brandon: New Church-James H Taylor, III- Drakes-Glenn Albert Hoskins-PL (7) FE (2) Evergreen-Kevin Andrew Carter-FE (5) Brandon: New Church-Todd Sanders-FE (1) Fannin-Clifton Rodney Borders-FE (2) Brandon: Trinity-Elbrist Mason-FE (5) Florence: Marvin-Carol Lynette Little-FE Braxton-Jeffre H Dalton-FE (3) (4) Burns-Gasque Chapel-Pleasant Hill-Douglas Flowood-Finis P. Beauchamp-PL (7) Watson FE (2) Forest-Larry Glynn Patrick-FE (4) Canton-Zachary Beasley-FE (2) Forest Charge-Ludrick Cameron-FE (2) Canton: First-Charles Joseph Landrum-FE Forest: Trinity Mission Church-Jorge (5) Navarette-FL (2) Canton: Little Zion-Willie Handy-PL (2) Forest Grove-TBS Carthage: First-Donald Williams-RE (3) Freeny-Sebastopol-Kelly Pope-RE (1) Carthage: Wesley-Haywood Isaac Hannah- Greenfield-George Randolph Owen-FE (2) The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 151

Green Grove-Dino Terrell-PL (5) Morton: First-Gary Glazier-AM (1) Greer Chapel-Maxine Simmons Bolden-FE Mount Pleasant-James Shavers-PL (2) (7) Mountain Ridge-Terry Jordan-PL (2) Harrisville-Larry Keith Sappington-FL (3) Pearl: First-Carl Grubbs-RE (2) Holly Bush-Gary Hilton Knight-FE (3) Pearl: McLaurin Heights-Mitchell Wayne Homewood-High Hill-Carr-Henry Eugene Cochran-FE (3) Banes-RE (1) Pelahatchie: First-Gulde-Robert Paul Independence-Marshall Jenkins-RE (1) McDonald-FE (1) Jackson: Christ(Senior)-David Brownlee- Pelahatchie Little Zion: Noah Moore-RE (2) OE(346.1) (2) Puckett-George Randolph Owen-FE (2) Jackson: Christ (Assoc)-John Paul Clark-OE Raleigh-Unity-Dianne Harms-RD (1) (2) Rexford- Larry Keith Sappington-FL (3) Jackson: Christ (Assoc)-Vicki Watkins Rials Creek-William Frank Johnson-RL (1) Landrum-FE (4) Richland-James Twiner-FE (1) Jackson: Christ (Assoc)-John Charles Ridgeland: First-Thomas W. Sorrell-FE (3) Meador, Jr-FE (3) Sharon-Eugene Van Every-FD (3) Jackson: St. Mark’s (Senior)-Robert Noel Shiloh-Sampson S Burton-FE (3) Gill-FE (1) Singleton-Jerry Mitchell-RE (2) Jackson: St. Mark’s (Assoc)-Keith Keeton- St. James-Marlin Bennett King-PL (11) FE (3) Taylorsville: First-Bethel-Wayland Hamlin- Jackson: St. Mark’s (Music)-Sandra Lynn FE (2) Perkins Thomas-FD (15) Thornton Chapel-Charles Joseph Landrum- Jackson: St. Mark’s (Youth)-Frank E. Porter- FE (5) FL (4) Walnut Grove-Wallace B Cason III-FE (1) Johnson Chapel-TBS Harperville-Larry Glynn Patrick-FE (4) Kalem-Wallace B Cason III-FE (3) Wesleyanna-William Bradford Corban-FL Lena-Jefferson Edington Williams-SY (11) (1) Lillian Circuit-EJ Shepard-PL (2) Extension Ministry Lodebar-Mervyn Jonathan Altman-FE (2) Atlanta Reg Hospl (Emrg)-Joseph Payne-FE Lone Pine-Eugene Van Every-FD (3) (17) Madden-Jerry Monroe Williamson-RE (13) Assoc. General Secretary (GBHEM)-Gerald Madison (Senior)-James Genesse-FE (2) Douglas Lord-FE (1) Madison (Assoc.)-Susanna Grubbs Carr-FE Holmes Community College-John Robert (3) Hall-FE (6) Madison (Youth)-W.A. (Bill) Barksdale, Jr.- Jackson St. Univ.-Alfonso Wadsworth FE (8) Crump, Jr.-FE (7) Madison: St Matthew’s (Senior)-David Jackson St Univ Wesley Fnd- Zachary Carroll-FE (2) Beasley-FE(2) Madison: St Matthew’s (Assoc)-Harold MS State Hospital (Chaplain)-Gary Hilton Claude (Rusty) White-FE (4) Knight-FE (4) Madison: St Matthews (Assoc)-Helen N GA Conf (346.1)-Bert Gary-FE (1) Kimberly Parker-FD (4) Thresholds Counseling and Consulting- Magee: First-Jerry Horton-FE (2) Kristen Williams Matheny-FE (2) Mendenhall-Jeffre H Dalton-FE (3) The One Foundation-Sylvia Blackwell-FE Metro Jackson: New Church-John Hugh (2) Tate-FE (4) Deacons Appointed Beyond the Local Monterey-John Robert Hall-FE (2) Church Morton Circuit-Christian Banner- Robert MS Band of Choctaw Indians (Child/Adol Carroll,Sr.- PL (1) Coord)-Eugene A. Van Every-FD (11) Morton Circuit-New Chapel- Dino Terrell Tougaloo College(Professor)-Loye B. PL-(2) Ashton-FD (4) Morton Circuit-Ebenezer (Asst)-Joseph B. Hicks-RA (8) 152 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

Greenwood District District Superintendent-Victoria L. White- Grenada: Vincent-Kordell S Sims-PL (1) FE (4) Holcomb-Rickey Lee Shepherd-PL (5) Acona-Black Hawk-Enon-Rickey Lloyd Hollandale-De Smith-FE (2) Reece-PL (7) Indianola: Christ-Gary Lee Howse-FE (3) Avon-Glen Allan-Timothy Thomas Prather- Indianola: First-Stephen Lawrence Sparks- FE (3) FE (1) Barlow-Frank Lee Gipson-FL (1) Indianola: First-Elisha Allen Bailey, Jr.-RE Barwick-Juanita W. Cook - PL (1) (23) Belzoni Circuit-Anjohnette W. Gibbs-FE Indianola: Rasberry-Mark Anthony Jones-FL (23) (8) Belzoni: First- Kathy Price-FL (1) Inverness-Isola-Grover Glenn, III-FE (3) Benoit-Pace-David E. Rhea-RE (13) Itta Bena: First-Billy Ray Stonestreet-FE (2) Binford Chapel-James Earp Forrest-PL (8) Itta Bena: Samuel Chapel-Marjorie Walker- Boyle-Linn-Jeff Tollison-PL (2) FE (9) Carrollton-Diane Lemmon-FE (2) John Wesley-Walden Chapel-Lionel Chapel Hill-Jack Marshall-FL(3) Fitzgerald Lovett-FE (1) Cleveland: First-Billy Norman Owen-FE (8) Kilmichael Parish-William Garner Johnson- Cleveland: St. Luke-Shipman Chapel-Dixie FE (1) R. Holder-Cummings-FE (5) Leland-Cecil Rhodes-OE (4) Mound Bayou: Wesley-Kenyun LaCale Lexington: First-Jack Earl Wooten III-FL (4) Johnson-PL (5) Martin Grove-James L. Ross-PL (14) Columbiana-Midway-Robert Louis King, Merigold-Billy Norman Owen-FE (8) Sr.-FL (8) Minter City-William Sanford Dodd-RE (1) Drew-Todd Lemmon-PL (2) Moorhead-Sunflower-Franklin Wilson Ray- Durant: First-West-Ray Neal Daniel, Jr.-FE RE (8) (1) Ebenezer: Mt. Zion-Juanita W. Cook-PL (2) Ebenezer (Holmes)-Jack Earl Wooten III-FL Poplar Springs-Good Hope-Johnnie Lee (4) Collins-FL (15) Epworth-Olivear Herron-PL (8) Rollins-Willie Williams-PL (9) Franklin-TBS Rosedale-Gunnison-Travis Hugh Holder- Galilee-Treadwell-Frank Lee Gipson-FL (1) Cummings-FE (5) Georgeville-Terry Williams-PL (3) Ruleville Circuit-Claude Raine-FL (16) Glendora-Mary Ruth Hutson-FE (3) Ruleville: First-Mary Ruth Hutson-FE (3) Goodman-Bobby Ray Cain-RL (8) Shady Grove-Kilmichael: Mt.Zion-Benton Greenville: First-Bradley Hodges-FE (3) C. Tanner-PL (7) Greenville: Grace-Cecil Rhodes-OE (4) Shaw-Gary Lee Howse-FE (3) Greenville: Hope Ministries-Matthew Shelby-Diane Elliott-PL (2) Pharis-FE (4) Sidon-Diane Lemmon-FE (2) Greenville: Revels-Peggy Gibson-PE (2) Spring Grove-Rocky Hill-Walter C. Greenville: Trinity-Raymond Kenneth Hart- Hughley-RE (6) PL (1) Spring Hill-Sheldon Vernard Williams-SY Greenwood: Decell-Robert L. Cartlidge-RL (7) (18) Union Memorial-Johnnie Lee Collins-FL Greenwood: First-Valley Hill-Glenn Ervin (11) Seefeld-FE (10) Vaiden-Calvin Brister Cosnahan-PL (4) Greenwood: St. John’s-Billy Ray Stonestreet- Vaiden: Haven- Linnie Juanita Booker-RA FE (2) (1) Greenwood: St. John’s(Assoc)-Veronica Winona: Haven-Carrollton: Vincent-Ada C. Pritchard-FL (3) Williams-FE (5) Greenwood: Wesley-Mattie D Gipson-FE Winona: Moore Memorial-New Hope- (1) Lawrence A. Creel-FE (4) Grenada: First-Guss Jenkins Shelly-FE (4) Extension Ministry Grenada: Grace-Gore Springs-Jack Marshall- US Marines (Chaplain)-Richmond E. FL (3) Stoglin-FE (6) The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 153

Greenwood District (Staff)-Mattie D MS Conf(Coord Reconciliation & SBC21)- Gipson-FE (1) Fitzgerald Lovett-FE (4) Wesley Fnd. Holmes CC-Lionel Fitzgerald Deacons Appointed Beyond the Local Lovett-FE (1) Church Wesley Fnd. MDCC-Rachel Evelyn Pitts-FE General Bd of Discipleship-Linda R. (9) Whited-FD (23) Wesley Fnd. MVSU-Marjorie Walker-FE (9) Grace Network- Gary Lee Howse-FE- (3) Hattiesburg District District Superintendent-Richard Michael Klingenfus-PL (2) Hicks-FE (3) Hattiesburg: Parkway Heights-Thomas Antioch-Danny Speed-FE (1) Edwin Rester-FE (5) Asbury-Andy Stoddard -FE (1) Hattiesburg: Parkway Heights (Assoc)-Julian Bassfield-Glenn Shows-PL (2) Lamar Davis, Jr.-FD (6) Batson-Richard Tapp-SY (9) Hattiesburg: Parkway Heights (Assoc)- Bay Springs Circuit-Ray Howard-FL (3) Jonathan Wallace-FE (4) Bay Springs-Holders-David Slaughter-FE (2) Hattiesburg: Parkway Heights (Associate)- Beaumont: Bolton Chapel-Huston Hartfield- David Carey Sellers-FE (6) PL (3) Hattiesburg: St. John-Wayne Bass-FE (1) Boyles Chapel-Allen King-FE (1) Hattiesburg: St Paul-Wayne Bass-FE (1) Brooklyn-Bobby Brewer-FL (1) Hebron- W. Z. Manning-RL (3) Buckatunna-Jesse Long-PE (1) Hebron(Wayne County)-Randy G. James-FL Carson-Goodhope-Dianna Deaton-FL (3) (8) Cedar Grove-Sylvarena-Don Harrison-RL Heidelberg-Joe Lofton-RE (4) (1) Hickory Grove-Rob Grant-PE (2) Chapel Hill-Delicia Henderson-PL (3) Laurel: First-Eugene L. Horton-FE (3) Clara-Jesse F Long-PE (8) Laurel: Franklin-Jimmy Dobson-FE (2) Collins-Roger Puhr-FE (2) Laurel: Kingston-Willis Cochran-RE (1) Dixie-Bobby L. Brewer-FL (6) Laurel: Mallalieu-Annie Travis-PE (1) Dudley Chapel-Llewellyn Peyton-PL (2) Laurel: St Paul-Tanya Edwards-Evans-PE (2) Ellisville: First-John Richardson-FE (1) Laurel: West Laurel-Brian Gordon FE (2) Fairfield-Billie Joe Hayes-RE (3) Louin-Read’s Chapel-Leonard A. Beatty-PL Eminence-Roger Puhr-FE (2) (7) Gitano-Steve Tillman-RL (2) Lumberton Circuit-Claude D. Phillips-RL Hattiesburg: Bentley Chapel-Linda Dixon- (17) PE (1) Lumberton-Maxie-Jodie Cothen-FE (2) Hattiesburg: Court Street-Victoria Baldwin- Mamie C. Weaver-Betty Wyatt-SY (1) FE (1) McLain-James Edwards-RE (19) Hattiesburg: Glendale-Roger A. Flowers-FE McLain Circuit-Irvin King-PL (3) (12) McLaurin-Ray E. Crawford-RL (9) Hattiesburg: Grandview-Will McLaurin-SY Mize-Glenn Howell-RE (5) (3) Montrose-Garlandville-Joe Garvin-SY (4) Hattiesburg: Heritage-Thomas E. Artmann Moselle-Rodney Smith-RA (4) Jr-FE (11) Mount Olive(Jones County)-Rodney Smith- Hattiesburg: Heritage (Assoc)-Scot Jones-FL RA (5) (1) Mount Olive: St James: Anne McLean-PL Hattiesburg: Main Street (Lead)-Vicki Loflin (3) Hughes-FE (5) Mount Olive-Ovee Cornell-FL (5) Hattiesburg: Main St (Diaconal) -Ed Walker- Mount Zion-Billy Joe Hayes-RE (5) DM (22) New Augusta-Beaumont-Sammy Napier-PL Hattiesburg: Main St (Assoc)–Travis (3) Carpenter-FL (3) Oak Grove-Robert Mark Anderson-FE (9) Hattiesburg: Main St (Assoc)-Linda Dixon- Ovett-Mary Cecele McDonald-PL (4) PE (2) Paulding-Louis Johnson-FE (2) Hattiesburg: Main St (Assoc)-Chris Petal-David Wilson-FL (4) 154 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

Philadelphia-Danny Speed-FE (1) Wesley Chapel-Calvin Triplett-PL (3) Pleasant Grove-Randy G. James-FL (10) Williamsburg-Lone Star-Rob Webb-FL (4) Pleasant Valley-Freeman Jones-RA (3) Winchester-Allen King-FE (1) Prentiss-Santee-David Meadows-AM (1) Extension Ministry Providence-Jesse Long-PE (1) Alpha Project (Exec Dir)-Susan L. Purvis-Talowah-Mark Covington-FE (1) Woodard-FE (14) Richton-Lamar Massingill -FE (6) Hattiesburg District (staff)-Trudy Cessna-RL Salem-Jody Smith-PL (5) (7) Sand Hill-Elbert Lavon Smith-PL (5) St Joseph Hosp-(Chaplain)-Dorothy Dale Sandersville-Brian Gordon-FE (2) Owen-FE (22) Seminary/Oakdale-Michael Lips-FE (3) US Army(Chaplain)-Charles Burton Soules Chapel-Will McLaurin-SY (2) Campbell-FE (8) Stringer-Old Bay Springs-Frank Newell-PE Wesley Fnd JCJC (Dir) John Richardson-FE (2) (1) State Line-David Hill-FE (1) Wesley Biblical Sem (Pres)-James Porter-FE Sumrall-Erin Grant-PE (2) (1) Vossburg-Joe Lofton-RE (4) Wesley Hospital (Chaplain)-Roger A. Wayne County Circuit-Jody L. Smith-PL Flowers-FE (26) (10) AL/W FL Conf-Shane Stanford (346.1)-FE Wayne Haven-Allen King-FE (1) (2) Waynesboro: Frostbridge-Shirley Chambers- Deacon Appointed Beyond Local Church FL (3) DREAM-Julie P. Collins-FD (4) Waynesboro: Mt Zion/Pleasant Ridge-Calvin Wesley Fnd USM (Dir)-Patrick Hutto-FD Johnson-SY (3) (1) Waynesboro: First – David Hill-FE (1) Meridian District District Superintendent-Timothy Charles (7) Thompson -FE (5) Hickory-Frank Kirtley-PL (5) Andrew Chapel-Gilbert H. Prince-FE (5) Lake Charge-Rebecca Smith-PL (4) Bethel-Hubert Rutherford, Sr.-RA (17) Lake Circuit-Kerry Johnson-PL (2) Bethel-James Chapel-Lonnie Nicholson-RL Lauderdale-Larry Davis Wilkinson, Sr.-AM (12) (14) Chunky- Robert C. Dominy, Jr.-SY (2) Lauderdale(Assoc)-James Martin Harrison- Cleveland Charge-Lavelle Woodrick-RE (3) RE (4) Cokers Chapel-Paul Roller - PE (4) Lynville-Mellen-Chris Gully-PL (3) Collinsville-Thomas Alan Randall-AM (5) Marion-Paul Ford Knight-FE (4) Concord-Susie Aline Jones-FE (3) Meridian Parish-Sam Anderson–FL (4) Cooks Chapel-Mars Hill-Thomas Coy Meridian: Bonita-Lewis Douglas May-RL (8) Miller-PL (9) Meridian: Central-Len D. Bobo-DR (7) Cooper’s Chapel-Michael Evans-FL (2) Meridian: Central-Tommy D. Gilbert-RE Coy-Stallo-Ron Lloyd Schwake-PE (3) (17) Daleville-Wilton D. Pigott-RE (11) Meridian: Central(Assoc)-Amy Roller–PE Decatur-Bruce Taylor-FE (2) (4) DeKalb Circuit-H. Owen Gordon, Jr.-FE (8) Meridian: Central-Bob Rambo-FE(1) DeKalb Parish-Ever Jean Burt-FE (1) Meridian: Central-Robert H. Peden-FD (16) DeKalb-Union-Mark Barfield-FL (1) Meridian: Druid Hills-Lost Gap-Mitchell Desoto-Hongsik Yoo–FE (4) McDonald-FE (2) Desoto-Quitman Circuit-Mack Chambers- Meridian: Hawkins Memorial-Walton Eddie PL (3) Edwards-PL (2) Desoto-Shubuta-Johnny Rankin-PL (3) Meridian: Oak Grove-Dale Edward Moore- Elizabeth-Lauderdale-Pleasant Grove-Albert PL (8) Shields-SY (1) Meridian: College Park-Kenneth Owen–FL Enterprise-Susie Aline Jones-FE (3) (4) Enterprise Circuit-James William Hare-RL Meridian: Poplar Springs Drive-Larry The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 155

Hilliard-FE (1) Quitman: Grace-Charlotte Malone-PL (3) Meridian: Haven-Daleville: St Mark- Rose Hill: Hopewell- Wayne Taylor- RL (1) Cynthia A. Cross-FE (8) Rose Hill: Rose Hill/Pleasant Grove- Phillip Meridian: St. Paul-St. Elizabeth-Martha Smith-RL(1) Williams-FE (2) Rose Hill-Garlandville-Theodore Cole, Sr.- Meridian: Wesley-Doug DeWeese-PL (1) PL (11) MS UM Choctaw Mission-Jon Walters-OR Sageville-Pamela E. Randall-FL (4) (3) Sandtown–David Upshaw- FL (1) MS UM Choctaw Mission(Assoc)-Daniel Scooba Circuit-Jimmy David Jones-PL (7) Lee Tubby-PL (7) Scooba-Binnsville-Jamie Bailey-FL (2) Newton First-Edward Paul (Ed) Saunders-FE Shubuta Parish-Charlie R. Boose-FL (13) (3) Spring Hill-Paul L. Raley-PL (28) North Bend-Charles Rayner Luke-PL (7) New St. Matthew-Dock Everett-RL (6) Pachuta-George A. Pugh-FE (12) St. Peter-Meridian:Wesley Chapel-Leon Philadelphia Parish-Anthony J (A J) Cooper-FL (2) Murray-PE (3) Stonewall-Luther Robertson-FE (2) Philadelphia Southside-Hope-Jeffery Suqualena-Jimmie E. Gunn-RA (9) Michael Sims-PL (3) Sylvester-Wesley Chapel-Gary Hampton-FL Philadelphia: First-Henrys Chapel-Fred S. (7) Britton-FE (6) Tabernacle-Willie Kinslow-PL (2) Pleasant Grove-Paul Ford Knight-FE (5) Union-Mt. Zion-Dawn Flowers-FE(1) Pleasant Grove(Assoc)-Lynne Elizabeth Wesley Chapel-Pamela E. Randall-FL (7) Anderson-PL (9) Extension Ministry Pleasant Hill-Kenny McGill–PL (4) MO Conf (346.1)-Karen Koons Hayden-FE Porterville-Charles Alfred Robbins-RE (11) (1) Preston-Deemer-Bennie Arthur Pollock-RL US Army(Chaplain)-Charlene Cheney-FE (12) (2) Quitman: First-Shubuta-Ronald A (Ron) Wesley Fnd-ECCC-Bruce Taylor-FE (2) Stanley-FE (3) Wesley Fnd-MCC- (TBA) Quitman: First-Shubuta (Youth Worker)- TBS New Albany District District Superintendent–Jerry B. Beam–FE (1) (5) Corinth: Christ- Crossroads-Jim Hall–FL (2) Abbeville Charge-Selber McShepard FE (1) Corinth: First–Prentiss Gordon, Jr.–FE (2) Abbeville Charge(Assoc)-Marvin Quarles- Corinth: Gaines Chapel–Tony Pounders-FE PL (2) (8) Ailesville Charge–Mary Ann Veasley-PL (2) Corinth: Mt. Carmel–TBA Ashland: William Vance Kemp-RE (16) Corinth: Mt Moriah–Jonathan Parker SY Baldwyn: First- Keith Williams FE (1) (1) Baldwyn: First-Asbury(Assoc)-Robert Falkner–Daniel Darling–PL (10) McCoy-RA (3) Golden Chapel / Old Bethel-Bobby Belmont–Greg Forbus–FL (5) Hankins-RE (4) Bethel–Jerry Kelly–RL (14) Hickory Flat–Joseph Caruthers -SY (1) Blue Mountain–Jerry Bonds–PL (4) Hopewell / Indian Springs–Rick Wells-PL Booneville: Christ-Lebanon–Walter Downs (5) FL (1) Ingomar / Mt. Zion–Jerry Burke–SY (1) Booneville: First–David Lowery FE (1) Iuka: First–Jon Kaufman–FE (4) Booneville: First-(Assoc-Youth)-Adam Louis Iuka North–Robert Armstrong–FL (2) Gordon-PE (3) Iuka South–Aubrey Boren–RE (4) Booneville: Grace/Thrasher–Kevin Yearber- Iuka South (Assoc) (Spring Hill)–J.B. PE (1) Burns–SY (7) Carolina-Pisgah: Kerry Powell-PE (1) Iuka West–Ann Kaufman–FE (2) Corinth: Box Chapel–Howard Tucker SY Jumpertown–Jason Franklin–PE (2) 156 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

Kossuth / Pleasant Hill–Trey Lambert–FE (6) Prentiss East Parish – Jonathan Cagle – SY Lafayette Central Parish–Jim Petermann (1) – FL (11) Ripley: Adkins Chapel/Union Grove–James Lafayette Central Parish (Assoc)-Gene Dye-FE (10) Bramlett-SY (1) Ripley: First–Jason Harms–FE (1) Liberty–Jimmy Glover–RL (1) Ripley: Moses Chapel-Joe Stone Sr.-PL (8) Mt. Pleasant / Brownfield–Larry Dollar–PL Ripley: St. Paul–Joe Stone Sr.-PL (16) (28) Salem / Friendship/Union Hill–Kyle Ivy-PE Myrtle / Ebenezer–Earl McAnally–FE (1) (4) New Albany: Bethlehem–Jeff Lawrence–FE Shady Grove – Dwain Whitehurst – FE (1) (8) Tippah Circuit–Scott Falgout –FL (1) New Albany Calvary/Mt. Olivet–Creighton Tippah East Parish–Co-Pastor-Michael (Doc) White–PE (7) Shelton–PL (25) New Albany: First–Barry Male-FE (2) Tippah East Parish-Co-Pastor-Neal Vick-SY New Albany First (Assoc-Yth)-Amanda (1) Gordon-FE (4) New Albany Glenfield– Tishomingo South-Tim Hankins-SY (1) BrownieTohill–RL (1) Tishomingo Trinity–Charles McGill–PL (5) New Albany: Mallalieu/St. Mary–W.T. Walnut–Steve Powell–PL (1) Mayfield-FE (22) Wheeler/Meadow Creek–Ricky Bishop–FL Oxford:Burns/ Hammitt Hill–Deborah (2) Palmer–FE (7) Extension Ministry Oxford:Burns/Hammitt Hill(Assoc)-Marvin AL/W FL Conf-Jimmy Boone (346.1)-FE (3) Gipson-PL (5) Approved Evangelist–Herbert Dale Hathorn- Oxford East–William Clay Farr-PL (2) FE (7) Oxford: The Orchard–Pat Ward–FL (4) Riley Hospital Chaplain–Daniel Young-FE Oxford: University UMC–Warren Black (13) Jr.–FE (15) Wesley Fnd-NEMCC–Adam Gordon-PE (3) Oxford: University UMC (Assoc)-Claire Deacons Appointed Beyond the Local Dobbs-FE (7) Church Taylor-Rebecca Annette Ford- PL (16) Wesley Fnd–Ole Miss–Eddie Willis–FD (1) Oxford: St. Andrews -John Kramer–FE (8) Potts Camp–Don Newton–PL (6) Seashore District District Superintendent: William T. OE (8) McAlilly–FE (5) Biloxi:St. Paul-Gulfport: Mt. Pleasant– ACTS-Sally Nell Bevill-FE (3) Lindsey Robinson–FE (4) Americus Parish: Crossroads-Refuge–Richard Bolton Chapel – Shirley Ann Fairley – PL C. (1) Williams-AM (1) Bonnie Chapel–J A Sharp–RE (19) Americus Parish:Pleasant Hill-Salem– Byrd-Wesley–Larry L. Pickering- PL (1) Gilbert Edwin White–FE (7) Caswell Springs–Brian Francis Scott–FE (2) Bay St. Louis:Main Street–Heather Kaye Cedar Lake–Garry Evan Ruff–PE (3) Hensarling–FE (3) Clermont Harbor – Robert Raymond Gales- Bay St. Louis:Valena C. Jones-Holmes FL (2) Chapel–Bobby Coalville–Joseph Harry Reynolds–FE (7) McGill–FE (17) Delisle: Mt. Zion–Rose Mary Hayes Big Point–Rosedale-Charles Andrew Williams–FE (15) Collette-OF (1) Diamondhead–Oscar Marion McGough - FL Biloxi:Beauvoir–Michelle Ke Bailey–FE (3) (1) Biloxi:First–Edwin Close Kirby–FE (2) Fayard Chapel–William Neve Milsted–PL Biloxi:First – Martha June Kirby (Coord. (4) Children, Youth & Family Ministries)- PD Gateway–Michelle Marie Shrader - PE (1) (1) Gautier: First–James Melvin Salter–FE (3) Biloxi:Heritage–Jesse Wayne Napier-FE (1) Gulfport: Burton Memorial–Ray Patrick Biloxi:Leggett Memorial–James Lee Sturm– Thompson–FE (1) The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 157

Gulfport: First–Charles Andrew Johnson–FE Newton – FE (1) (4) Pascagoula: Eastlawn–Gene Ford Vance–FE Gulfport: Handsboro–John Marion McCay, (4) III,–FE (3) Pascagoula: Faith–Edward A. Tyndall–RL (7) Gulfport: Haven Chapel–Wilmer Nathaniel Pascagoula: First–James Albert Fisher – FE DeDeaux–PL (14) (1) Gulfport: Ramsay Memorial–Nathaniel Pascagoula-Gautier–J. W. Crawley–FL (11) Taylor Barkum, Sr. –PL (1) Pass Christian: First – Mary Ann Wiginton Gulfport: St. Mark-Riley Chapel-Phillip W. – SY (1) Heidelberg–FE (2) Pass Christian: St. Paul-Theodore R. Gulfport: Trinity–James Richard Curtis–FE Williams, Jr.-AM (7) (4) Pearlington–Richard F. Handy–PL (4) Gulfport: Trinity (Assoc.)–Betty E. Weaver– Picayune:First–James Phelan Biedenharn, FL (5) Jr.–FE (1) Gulfport: Trinity (Assoc)–Kevin Clyde Picayune: Trinity–William Earl Matthews–FE Bradley-PE (1) (3) Hurley: Roy Benjamin Barlow–FE (2) Poplar Head-Saucier–Stacy Joe Douglas–FE Leakesville–Max D. Lightsey–FL (3) (2) Long Beach: Christ – Bennie Kay Napier Poplarville–Jeffrey Grant Pruett–FE (3) –PE (1) Poplarville Circuit – Willie Edward Gore Long Beach: First-Roderick Elliot Dickson- – FL (1) Rishel-FE (2) Red Hill–Victor Ronald Chatham–FE (3) Long Beach: First (Assoc)–Anna Elise Roberts Chapel–James Earl Herndon–RE (3) Fleming–FL (2) Safe Harbor–Thomas Lee Potter–FE (4) Lucedale Circuit–Godfrey Stepney – FL (1) Shipman-Winborn Chapel–Cecil Eric Lucedale: First–Donald Lee Russell–FE (2) Locke–FL (3) Lucedale: Grace/Tanners Chapel-Harrell St. Rock–Elvina Thomas Barnes–PL (5) James Moore-PL (3) Summerville-Davis Chapel–Willie Lee Hill, Mentorum–Robert W. Thornhill–FL (8) Jr.–FL (12) Midway–Thomas Randolph East, Jr. – RE (1) Sweetwater–Mark Anthony Peters – PL (1) Mississippi City–Denise LaChelle Donnell– Vancleave- Mt. Pleasant–Robert Elver FE (2) Murden–FE (4) Moss Point: Dantzler Memorial–David B. Waveland-Robert Raymond Gales–FL (1) Greer–FE (6) Weems Chapel–Steven Grant Owens- PE Moss Point: St. Paul–Robert E. Pittman–FE (1) (4) White Plains–Robert DeWitte Jones, Jr.–RE Nugent – Gavin Lance Presley –PE (1) (10) Nugent (Assoc) – Paige Swaim Presley-FL Wiggins: Bond–Robert Lytle- SY (1) (1) Wiggins: First–Larry Gene White–FE (9) Ocean Springs: St. James–LaSonya Turner Wiggins:H.A. Brown Memorial-Elijah DeBose–PL (2) Mitchell–AM (3) Ocean Springs: St. Paul-Christopher Oris Extension Ministry Cumbest-FE (4) Cargill Associates–Kurt Appel-FE (7) Ocean Springs: St. Paul (Assoc Min. of East Jefferson Parish Hospital–Dorothy Clare Evangelism)–Clifton Louis Burris–FE (5) Biedenharn- Ocean Springs: St. Paul (Assoc Min. of FE (2) Missions & Children)–Leanne Bennett Memorial Hospital-Gulfport (Cntr for Behav Burris–FE (5) Health)–Dorothy Jane Dickson-Rishel–FE Ocean Springs: St. Paul (Assoc Min. of (13) Christian Education & Adm)–Sheila R. Moore Community House(Dir)-Alice Carol Cumbest – FD (2) Burnett-FE (8) Ocean Springs: St. Paul (Min. of National Guard (Chaplain)–Toby Eugene Congregational Care)-David Albert Lofton–FE (3) Henderson – FL (1) TN Conference (346.1)-Eugene Martino-FE Ocean Springs: Wesley–David Lamar (2) 158 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

Deacon Appointed Beyond Local Church Lloyd Rollins–FD (2) International Relief & Dev (Director- Adv on Relief)–Felix Senatobia District District Superintendent-Victoria L. White- White-PL (9) FE (1) and Jerry B. Beam-FE(1) Love Station-Charles Joseph Bursi, Jr. –PL Bakers Chapel-Charles Harold Reed-FE (4) (9) Barton-Ellis Ray Branch-FE(1) Lula-Friars Point-James Cox-RA (2) Batesville:First-Pat W. Ludlam-FE (5) Lyon-Howard Charles Langford-SY (13) Batesville: St. Paul-Kent Russell Brown-PL Marks-Lambert-Charles D. Simmons-FE (11) (11) Byhalia-Walter E. Goldsmith-FE(1) Mineral Wells-Scott Gregory Larsen-FE (10) Charleston-Tippo-Tommy Stephenson-FL Mineral Wells (Minister of Discipleship)- (4) Catherine Parker Larsen-FD (10) Clarksdale: First-Andy Cotten-FE (2) Minor Memorial-Gary Thompson-FE (2) Clarksdale: Haven-Ozell Landfair, Sr.-FE (5) Mt. Pleasant-Ellis Ray Branch-FE(1) Clarksdale: St. Pauls-Timothy T. Beard-FE New Church Start-Stephen Bittick-FE (2) (3) New Church Start-Hispanic Cockrum-Lewisburg-David Huffman-FE (2) Ministries(Senior)-Goyo De la Cruz-PE (2) Coffeeville-Hal Hall-PE(1) New Church Start-Hispanic Coldwater-Arkabutla-Rickey L. Haynes-FL Ministries(Assoc)-Luz Campos-PE (2) (8) Oakland Charge-James Clay Baker-RE(22) Como-Wesley Chapel-Tom Atkins-FE (2) Olive Branch: Maples Memorial-John W. Como Parish-Gary Thomas Newton-SY (7) Sudduth, Jr.-FE(6) Courtland Charge-Allen McGraw-PL (3) Panola Charge-Frank Davis-FL(1) Crenshaw-Michael Lobasso-FE (8) Paris-TBS Eudora-Edward C. Norris-FE (10) Pleasant Hill-David Charles Laird, Jr.-FE (6) Fountainhead-Milton Koon-PL (3) Pope Charge-Chris Cooksey-FL (2) Free Springs-Troy Barton-PL (5) Rice’s Chapel-Early Grove-Walter Raymond Getwell Road-William T. Beavers-FE (11) Myers-PL (6) Greenleaf-Palestine-Joseph R. Lawson-AM Robinsonville-Milton Boyd-RE (2) (5) Sardis-Davis Chapel-Dayna Loretta Goff-FE Hernando-Danny Neil Dabbs-FE (10) (4) Hernando(Discipleship)-Amy Lann Daniels- Senatobia: First-Jeff Switzer-FE (3) FD (10) Southaven:First-Jimmy C Glass-FE (8) Hinds Chapel-Horn Lake-Cyrus Ray Owens- Trinity (Co-pastor)-Eddie Eugene Ward-PL FE (11) (9) Holly Springs: Asbury-Edward Charles Trinity (Co-pastor)-Emma Sue Ward-PL (9) Moses-FE (4) Tunica: First-Robert Lawrence Maugh Jr- Holly Springs: Asbury-Calvins Chapel- FE(1) Edward Charles Moses-FE (4) Tutwiller Parish-Cecil Jerry Wages-PL (11) Holly Springs: Asbury-St. Marys-Charles Victoria-Red Banks-Anita Wilburn Lawson- Anthony Lackey-SY(1) PL (5) Holly Springs: Asbury-Strickland- Water Valley: First-Bethlehem-Barry D. McDonald-Herman Flemons-PL (7) Dickerson-FE (6) Holly Springs: Asbury-Taylors Chapel-Keith Water Valley: North Main-John B Rhodes- Mason-PL (4) SY (7) Holly Springs:First-Waterford-Milton Webb-Sumner-Cecil Jerry Wages-PL (12) Whatley-FE (2) Extension Ministry Independence-Hebron-Lannis Lee May- Appvd. Evangelist-John Douglas Pepper-FE FE(1) (18) Lifespring-Rick Williams-FE (12) Crossroads Hospice of TN-Michael Lobasso- Longtown Charge-Wesley Pepper-PL (2) FE (6) Longtown Charge(Pleasant Grove)-Kenneth Iowa Conf (346.1)-Glenn Dale Ray-FE (8) The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 159

Meth. Hosp Memphis (Chaplain)-Joseph T. Wesley Fnd. CCC (Dir.)-Ozell Landfair, Sr.- Ranager-FE (17) FE (5) Rust College (Chaplain)-Frenchye Magee- Wesley Fnd.-NWCC(Dir.)-David Huffman- PE(1) FE (2) Starkville District District Superintendent-William Giles Louisville: Maple Springs-David Malone-PL Lindley-FE (2) (5) Ackerman: First-Bryan Carrubba-FE (4) Louisville: Piney Grove-David Malone-PL Ackerman: Mt. Hermon-Ronald S. (6) Jefferson-PL (12) Louisville South-Larry Joe Haggard, Sr.-FE Artesia-Curtis Bray-PE (1) (6) Bellefontaine-Raleigh Richter-PL (3) Louisville: Wesley-James Morris-FL (2) Brooksville Circuit-Jerry Hinton-PL (4) Louisville West-Thomas M. Dowd-FL (6) Brooksville- Crawford-Howard N. Carroll- Louisville: Whitehall-Allison Stacey Parvin- RL (7) FE (2) Buffalo-Ethel-Leon Miller-PL (7) Maben-Scarlet Sheppard-PL (2) Caledonia-Benjamin Hartford Butler–PE (3) Macon Circuit-Robert Glenn Miller, Jr.-PL Cedar Bluff-Siloam-David Schultz-PL (2) (19) Columbus Circuit-Anthony Ashford-PL (8) Macon: First-Robert E. Whiteside-RE (2) Columbus: Broadacres-Ronald D. Thomas- Macon: St. Paul Circuit-Robert Payne Scott, FL (6) Sr.-PL (9) Columbus: Central-Jonathan Speegle-PE (2) Mathiston-Franklin Cordell Lowe-RL (9) Columbus: First-Samuel O. Morris-FE (9) McAdams-Lamar Boyd-PL (4) Columbus: First (Assoc)-Stylon A Proctor- McCool Circuit-Doyle Mitchell-RE (4) FE (8) Nanih Waiya-Justin White-PD (1) Columbus: First (Assoc)-Chad D. Kingsbury- Noxapater-Chance May-PE (3) OD(346.1) (6) Noxubee Circuit-Rickey E. Lawson-PL (10) Columbus: First (Assoc)-Anne Russell Palestine-Cary Sutphin-PL (3) Bradley-PL (6) Shaeffer’s Chapel-Curtis Bray-PE (9) Columbus: New Hope-Inge Halbert-RE (1) Shuqualak-Macedonia-DeWayne Warren-FE Columbus: St. James-Fredrick Henry Brown- (3) RE (6) Shuqualak: Asbury-Antra Geeter-PL (5) Columbus: St. Stephens-James M. Black-FL Starkville: Aldersgate-George Buell-FE (4) (7) Starkville: First-Danny R Rowland-FE (8) Columbus: Wesley-James Beam-Ingram-FE Starkville: First (Assoc)-Greg Ducker-PE (2) (1) Starkville: First (Assoc)-David Shumaker-PE Columbus: Wesley (Assoc)-Pamela (2) Cameron-PE (3) Starkville: Griffin – Eddie Lee Jones-RE (9) Crawford: Wright’s Chapel-Ethel Parker–PL Starkville: Griffin (Assoc)-Rochelle Minor- (4) PL (5) Ethel-Adam Byrd Hillman, Jr.-RE (10) Starkville: Lindsey Chapel/Plair-Ken Casey- Eupora: First-Trey Harper-FE (4) PL (5) Eupora: Lebanon-Raleigh Richter-PL (4) Starkville: New Zion–Tyrone Michael Eupora: Liberty-Jimmy L. Forrest-FL (8) Stallings-FL (13) Kosciusko Circuit-Phillip McDaniel-PL (2) Starkville: Rock Hill-Jerome Wilson-PL (4) Kosciusko: First-Don Patterson–FE (3) Sturgis-Big Creek(co pastor)-James Kosciusko: Wesley-David Henry McCoy-PE Threadgill-RL (2) (2) Sturgis-Big Creek(co pastor)-Jean Longview Circuit-Eddie Hinton-PL (5) Threadgill- RL (2) Longview- Adaton-Milford Gordon Bayliss- Sturgis: Boyd Chapel-Roosevelt Gage-RL RL (1) (8) Louisville: First-Michael F. Childs-FE (6) Tibbee: Jones Chapel-Marty Boyd -PL (2) Louisville: Hopewell-Charles W. Kelly-PL Webster Circuit-Nelson Forrest-PL (23) (4) Weir: First Unity-Salem-Lyndon B. Geeter- 160 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

PL (10) Trinity Place(Chaplain)-James Ronald Weir–Salem(co pastor)-James Threadgill-RL McDougald-FE (9) (2) Wesley Fnd–MSU–Hugh Griffith, Jr.-FE Weir-Salem(co pastor)-Jean Threadgill-RL (16) (2) Wesley Fnd.-FLA. U (346.1) – David West Point: Christ-Sarah Windham-FL (1) Fuquay-FE (5) West Point: First-Jeffrey Shannon-FE (1) Reformed Theological Seminary (Student)- West Point: St. Paul-Maggie Little-PL (2) Andy Pearson-FE (1) Extension Ministry Whole Man Ministries—Catherine Penick- Morris Brown College TRIO Prog–Marvin PL (2) King-FE (40) Deacons Appointed Beyond the Local MS Conf Pension Liaison – A. Byrd Church Hillman, Jr.-RE (10) Starkville District Staff-Justin White-PD (1) Tupelo District District Superintendent-Jimmy L Barnes- Nettleton: First-Shiloh-David L Brooks-FL FE (1) (3) Aberdeen: First-Edward Truman Thompson- Nettleton: Palestine-Maurice A McIntosh- FE (1) PL (2) Aberdeen: St Mark-Sue Crowder McGrew- Nettleton: Pleasant Grove-Billy J Perry-FL FL (4) (1) Aberdeen: St Peter-Benjamin Wax-FE (35) New Chapel-Big Hill-Glenn Parks-PL (7) Aberdeen: St Peter (Assoc) Jeffery E Riddle- New Hope Chickasaw-Donnell Cherry-PL PL (8) (9) Algoma-Matthew McGrew-PL (2 Okolona: First-Hillman Barlow (H. B.) Amory: First-Warren Robert Coile-FE (4) Miller-FE (1) Amory: St Andrews-William Timothy Sisk- Okolona: First-(Assoc) William E Harrison- FE (4) RE (25) Amory: St Matthews-William Timothy Sisk- Okolona: Mount Pisgah-Perry Lincoln Carr- FE (4) PE (1) Amory: St James-Johniel L Henry Jr-FE (4) Okolona: Mount Pisgah(Assoc) Lavert Spruell Chapel-Donald Arrington-PL (8) Fitzpatrick-PL (2) Becker-Greenbrier-Thomas R Sheffield-RE Ozark-Joe Coggins-FL (3) (10) Plantersville-Lynn Fair-PL (13) Belden-Danny E Wilburn-FL (5) Pleasant Valley-Raiford P Wallace Jr-RE (4) Bruce/Shady Grove-Rex Alan Wilburn-FE Pontotoc Parish-Maurice Smith-PE (4) (10) Pontotoc Parish-(Assoc) Domini Henry-PL Bruce/Shady Grove-(Assoc)-Billy Q (6) McCord-RE (8) Pontotoc Parish-(Assoc) George R Pulliam- Calhoun City: Lewis Memorial-David Scott RE (2) Wright-FE (6) Pontotoc: Fairview-Robbs-Ginger Jones Carolina-Lewis Michael Hunter-FL (1) Holland-FE (5) Friendship-Harden’s Chapel-Darrell Pontotoc: First-Roger R Shock-FE (2) Sanderson-AM (2) Prairie Mount-Phillip Colyer-SY (5) Fulton: First-Phillip Wade Box-FE (1) Saltillo-Timmy A (Tim) Green-FE (20) Fulton: First (Assoc)-John T Foster-PE (3) Shannon-Wm. Christopher McAlilly-PE (1) Greenwood Springs-Bill Cornett-PL (2) Smithville-Charles E Coggins-FL (3) Hamilton-Roger F McGrew-RE (3) Snowtown-Eddie Joe Ford-PE (1) Houston North-Steven Paul (Rusty) Keen- Thaxton-Ecru-William Montgomery-FL (6) FL (2) Tranquil-Grady’s Chapel-Harrison F Houston South-Stephen A Lampkin-FL (5) Upshaw-RL (5) Houston: First-Phillip Dearman-FE (3) Tremont-Eugene H Stockstill-PE (6) Mantachie-Charles Ronnie Goodwin-FE Tupelo: Cornerstone-William Johnson (15) (John) Garrott-FE (2) Mooreville-Sammy Joe Washburn-AM (10) Tupelo: First-S Andrew Ray-FE (5) The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 161

Tupelo: First-(Assoc) Elizabeth Raigan Verona-Palmetto-Dennis E Fink-FE (3) Miskelly-FE (6) Extension Ministry Tupelo: First-(Assoc) Jimmy E Criddle-FE American Family Assn(Staff)-Casey M (3) (Buddy) Smith Jr-FE (19) Tupelo: First-(Youth) Corey Truett-PL (2) Appvd. Evangelist-William Johnson Tupelo: First-(New Church) Sapada G Garrott-FE (5) Thomas-PL (1) Gilmore Memorial Fnd-Steven P (Rusty) Tupelo: St Luke-Frederick Lee (Rick) Keen-FL (4) Brooks-FE (3) MS Methodist Senior Services-Stephen Tupelo: St Mark-Donny R Riley-AM (7) Vinson-FE (4) Tupelo: St Paul-Gloria Hogan McKinney- North MS Medical Ctr(Chaplain)-James FE(1) Richardson-FE (17) Tupelo: The Orchard-Bryan D Collier-FE Traceway Manor-(Chaplain)-Terri (13) Armstrong-FE (13) Tupelo: The Orchard (Assoc)-William T VA Conference(346.1) -Oliver Box-FE (2) Rambo-FL (3) Tupelo Dist Prog Staff-Steven P (Rusty) Tupelo: Wesley-Raymond J Rooney Jr-FE (6) Keen-FL (6) Vardaman-Harold D. Robinson-RE (3) Wesley Fdn-ICC-(Dir)-John T Foster-PE (3) West Jackson District District Superintendent-Henderson PE (3) Rasberry-FE (1) Flora/Bentonia-David Scott Carter-FE (6) District Superintendent-Henderson Holly Bluff-Grover Greer-SY (4) Rasberry-FE (2) Jackson: Aldersgate-Dwight Prowell-FE (6) Anguilla/Grace-Ron Gomillion-PE (3) Jackson: Alta Woods (Senior)-Eric Sanford- Asbury/Kingsley Chapel-Sam Lee, Jr.-RL (4) FE (2) Benton/Midway-William Henry Wilkerson- Jackson: Alta Woods (Assoc)-Jacob FE (4) Dale(Jake) Wilson-PE (3) Benton: Wesley Chapel-Sam Hawkins-RL Jackson: Anderson (Senior)-Joe Willie May- (4) FE (9) Bolton: Memorial (co pastor)-John Eric Jackson: Anderson (Assoc) – Linda Lindsey Pridmore-FE (7) Williams-PL (1) Bolton: Memorial-(co pastor)-Lisa Ann Jackson: Anderson (Assoc)-Detrick Pridmore-FE (7) Johnson-SY (1) Bovina/Edwards-Lister Bowdoin-FL (4) Jackson: Briarwood-Lauren Porter-FE (2) Bradley Chapel-Harry Hawkins-RE (6) Jackson: Broadmeadow-Robert C. Hill-FE Byram: New Covenant-Jacob (Jake) Dale (6) Wilson-PE (2) Jackson: Central-Stephen Cook-FE (3) Cary: Goodman Memorial-Beth Miller-FL Jackson: Emmanuel-Everette Ray Watts-RE (4) (20) Cayuga-George McFarland-SY (1) Jackson: Forest Hill-James Milner-RA (4) Clark’s Chapel-Rachel E. Pitts-FE (7) Jackson: Galloway (Senior)-Connie Clinton: First (Senior)-Mitchell Hedgepeth- Shelton-FE (4) FE (4) Jackson: Galloway (Senior)-Joseph Shelton- Clinton: First (Assoc)-David Greene-PL (5) FE (4) Clinton: First (Assoc)-Clint Ware-FE (3) Jackson: Galloway (Assoc)-Emily Sanford- Clinton: St. John’s-Todd O. Watson-FE (5) FE (3) Clinton: St. Paul /Blessed Trinity-Paul E. Jackson: Leavell Woods-Hobson Toney-RE Luckett-FE (21) (1) Clinton: Seven Springs-Robert Cook-PL (3) Jackson: Middlebrook-Robert Brown-FE (2) Clinton: Lynch Chapel-John Cornelius-RE Jackson: New Church Start-Timothy (6) Howard-PL (3) Couparle: Robert Carroll, Sr. PL (1) Jackson: Pratt Memorial-Brenda McCaskill- Ellison/Pickens-Stan Lobin-FL (1) PE (1) Fletcher’s Chapel/Bethany-David Buchholz- Jackson: St. Luke-George Ricky James-FE 162 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

(1) Center for Ministry (Dir)-Rebecca Jackson: Van Winkle-John Norman Evans- Youngblood-FE (7) AM (13) Center for Ministry-COS-Richard Robbins- Jackson: Wells Mem(Senior)-Keith Tonkel- RE (1) RE (42) Emory & Henry College (Prof)-Joseph T. Jackson: Wells Mem(Assoc)-Todd Watson- Reiff-FE (4) FE (6) Hinds Community College-Eric Pridmore- Louise/Silver City: Rufus Herrington-FL (2) FE (7) Madison: Parkway Hills(Senior)-Jerry Bruce Lutheran Epis Svcs-Sally Fran Ross-FE (5) Case-FE (1) Millsaps College-(Chaplain)-Rwth Samson Madison: Parkway Hills(Music)-Philip Ashton-FE (1) Messner-PD (2) MS Conf(Adm Asst to Bishop)-Embra Mt Olivet/Satartia/Wesley Chapel-Britton Jackson-FE (6) Maxwell-RA (2) MS Conf(Dir of Connectional Min)-Steve Mt. Pleasant: Cleavern Robertson-RL (2) Casteel-FE (5) Pleasant Hill: Paul Barnes-SY (2) MS Conf(Coord Young People’s Ministry)- Port Gibson/Hermanville-David Lee Frank Haynes-PE (2) Harrison,Sr-RE (12) MS UM Fnd(Dir of Dev)–Frank LaRue Raymond/Learned-Michael Sahler-FE (4) Owen-FE (4) Redbone-Thomas Shreve-RE (7) Operation Shoestring(Staff)-Martha Ann Redwood/Eagle Lake-Barbara O. Hite-FE (6) Alexander-FE (4) Rolling Fork-Beth Miller-FL (4) US Navy (Chaplain)- Earl Wilson, III-FE Spring Ridge-Thomas Gene Jennings -FE (1) (3) Vanderbilt, Nashville (Student) - Gerald Utica/Carpenter: Harold Manning-FE (2) Liu-FE (4) Vicksburg: Crawford Street- Cary Stockett- Wesley Biblical Seminary-Paul Y. Tashiro- FE (2) RE (5) Vicksburg: Gibson Mem.-Greg Hazelrig-FE Deacons Appointed Beyond the Local (5) Church Vicksburg: Hawkins-Chris Young-FE (4) Ministerial Services: Elisabeth(Lisa) Garvin- Vicksburg: Porter’s Chapel-Dural Ragsdale- FD (2) FE (7) Catholic Charities-Diane L. Braman-FD (3) Vicksburg: Wesley-John Robert Ford-PL (6) Center for Min(Assoc Dir)-Sherry Bryant Vicksburg: Lynch Chapel-Rachel Pitts-FE Johnson-FD (6) (4) Good Shepherd Ctr(Dir)-Thomas Emory Yazoo City: First: Willis Ray (Bill) Poole-FE Miller-FD (13) (2) Grace Counseling Ctr (Dir)-Walter L. Yazoo City : St. John’s-George Butler -RA Frazier-FD (12) (3) SEJ Adm. Council (Exec Dir)-Jimmy L. Yazoo City: St. Stephen’s-Rachel Pitts-FE (6) Carr-FD (11 Extension Ministry Austin Presbyterian Theo Sem-David F. White-FE (6) The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 163

Section V

Ministry and Agency Updates A. Connectional Ministries and Table Reports Connectional Ministries One of the primary charges of Connectional Ministries is to align resources with the ministry of the local church and 2009-2010 has been the year of realignment. This year the economy challenged us to cut budget and live into serving the local church. The staff was cut to 2 1/3 people. Young Peoples Ministry, Strengthening the Black Church, and Director of Connectional Ministry. To strengthen our capacity several coalitions and associations have been added to the tables to help us serve. We are also developing an intern and volunteer program to make us more effective. We have partnered with local churches and agencies to gather over $100,000 in grants from the General Church and Jurisdiction. Our second major task is to be “keepers of the vision.” The mission/vision of making disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world is ever before us. Your creativity helped us launch the “Knock on 9” movement. We are working on ways to change the loss of membership into a gain. We will begin the issuance of Annual Conference grants to local churches who are the world attempting to live into the mission of making disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world. A grant committee has been established to examine the applications that will be received beginning in June of 2010. One of the major focus areas of the church has been to create resourcing events for the Annual Conference that offer excellent leadership. This year we had a Missions Conference in January with Bart Campollo and an Evangelism Conference with Bishop Schnase. The youth will have a conference-wide event called Nexus with Mark Ostrieker and the Steve Fee Band in June. Last year we prepared for Annual Conference with the first Transformation Day with Rudy Rasmus and Steve Sjogren. We have offered several Journeys to the Light to help us move forward in the area of Reconciliation. Our third annual Footsteps in Hope walk had more than 400 participants and brought us close to meeting our goal of $180,000 for the UM World HIV/AIDS initiative (Thanks to 2008 Annual Conference offering and previous walks.) We are preparing for a major initiative around poverty. The United Methodist Connection in Mississippi is alive and growing. Thank you for the opportunity to serve you. Rev. Steve Casteel, Director of Connectional Ministries

Spiritual Leadership Table The Spiritual Leadership Table consists of the leaders of Conference entities that relate to lay and clergy spiritual leadership development, and includes the leaders of United Methodist Women, United Methodist Men, Board of Ordained Ministry, and Lay Speaking, among its membership. The stated goal is to grow and equip spiritual leaders to make disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world. To that end this year we have focused on highlighting “best practices” ideas from around the conference in The Circuit Rider. Last year’s Trans4mation event was a huge success. The Spiritual Leadership Table will again be assisting Conference staff in holding another Trans4mation event on June 10, just prior to the meeting of the Annual Conference. It is an honor and a privilege to serve as we continue to find new ways to make a difference in the area of spiritual leadership. Steve McAlilly, Convener Mission Table The last thing Christ told us before leaving the earth was to go into the entire world and make disciples. As a mission table it is our goal to help find ways to do that and to promote things we are already doing. One of the ways we will do this will be at the second annual Mission’s Conference, January 22, 164 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

2011. At the conference, community centers and other missions will have the opportunity to share what they are doing and you will have the opportunity to partner with them. Disaster relief is a big part of the Methodist church with food packaging, flood buckets and medical kits. Our church has stepped up in light of the recent disasters in the world. For example, over 400,000 of the first meals to hit the ground in Haiti were sent from the Stop Hunger Now warehouse in Mississippi. Now, more than in recent years we need to pray and support with both time and money our community centers and other missions because they do the things we sometimes can’t do and other times will not do. You are all called to missions. Your mission field is where you stand. Tell someone about Christ. Kiah Hitt, Convener Young Persons Table This year has been an exciting year for young people in the Mississippi Conference. I want to highlight several areas within youth ministry, campus ministry, and our camping ministry. Youth ministry, particularly the Conference Council on Youth Ministry, has spent much of the year in evaluation and conversation on how it can reach more youth, build disciples, and equip the local church to build and sustain youth ministry. While the conversation is still ongoing, the CCYM and Conference Youth Department will offer some exciting opportunities for 2010-2011. While continuing spiritual formation retreats such as Convo on the coast, the CCYM will also be reinstating the Mississippi Youth Annual Conference (MYAC) and beginning Nexus Youth Day, a day of fun, worship and training for youth and those who work with Youth. This day will feature nationally known trainers and musicians that will be sure to reach youth across the state. The CCYM is also considering how it may reach into local churches to work with their peers in helping them find their identity in Christ. The Conference Youth Department will begin the first Youth Ministry Institute (YMI) starting in August 2010. This will be a nine-month class on youth ministry for youth ministers or lay people who volunteer with youth. This will be a youth ministry certification process for our conference that will give a vast amount of training on effective youth ministry. More information will be given at Annual Conference on this opportunity. We encourage all churches that have a youth minister or volunteer to consider this opportunity. In regards to campus ministry, we are excited to announce the growth of our Wesley Foundations and conference events. Many of our campus ministries have experienced great growth by reaching students with the gospel for the first time or by giving Christian students a home. Many campus ministers report that a large majority of their students do not come from United Methodists backgrounds. Our annual retreat, Statewide 2010, also experienced an increase in student attendance and participation. One of the best aspects of the weekend was to watch our students collaborate to pack over 16,000 meals for Stop Hunger Now. Our campus ministers continue to do an amazing job, but also need the support of the local church in their areas. Thank you for all the churches that help our campuses by providing funds, meals, and support. Camping ministry has also seen success this year. Several of the retreats experienced growth and a couple of our camps were able to increase their staff in order to continue to grow and make a greater impact in our conference. Our camping ministries and staff continue to create a great experience for youth and children and always report a large number of first time confessions of faith that should be a model for all of us in ministry. Lydia Smith, Convener Stewardship Table The Stewardship Table’s defined purpose is to identify resources and analyze current uses in order to align them toward our goal of reaching more people, younger people, more diverse people. This year our work has centered around analyzing our current uses. As we have moved through this recession all organizations have carefully considered how they are using their resources. We have looked at our budget through the lens of our Annual Conference Focus Areas, discovering that there must be a larger leadership conversation around our areas of focus and how we are resourcing those areas. We are working to have conversations that will allow us to clearly define our areas as well as ensure that we are The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 165 adequately resourcing them. This may mean some future realignment of our mission shares. We also continue to work collaboratively with the Methodist Foundation and other entities to raise awareness and understanding of Biblical stewardship. Eddie Rester, Convener Reconciliation Table If anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation, the old has passed away, behold, the new has come. All this is from God, who through Christ reconciled us to himself and gave us to the ministry of reconciliation. – 2 Corinthians 5:17-18

Think about this: how do we “do reconciliation”? This is one of the prevailing questions for the Church, and for our conference as we move to embrace transformation. Reconciliation is identifying and confronting brokenness and division within the community including the body of Christ. The work of this table is to address justice issues, conflict resolution, ecumenical and inter-religious concerns, gender and racial issues. This work promotes healing and includes a diverse and vigilant combination of ministries representing the conference such as Christian Social Action, Church and Society, the Commissions on Status and Role of Women and Religion & Race, Congregations for Children, Hispanic and Native American Ministries, and Transformation (Conflict Resolution). As the prophetic voice within the conference, this table is charged to develop and share resources and models that promote and initiate healing within and beyond the local church. For example, this year’s work included CORR’s Journeys Toward the Light at Philadelphia and Meadville, providing opportunities for dialogue, remembering, and healing. The table’s work included a Lenten writing project inviting people to engage and share stories from the garden of reconciliation. As we look to “do reconciliation,” our focus for the coming year includes: supporting efforts to promote more cross-racial appointments, examining parity in education (public and seminary); and developing effective conflict transformation plans incorporating storytelling and story-sharing. This program of work aims to heal brokenness and loss through the intentional act of re-membering within community. Our goal is to engage every member of our conference in doing reconciliation around the dinner table, within their circles of influence and within and beyond the local church. In this way, reconciliation begins with each of us and moves out into the world. Maxine Bolden, Convener Strengthening the Black Church for the 21st Century (SBC21) The chart below shows the membership for the Mississippi Conference for a 4-year cycle. The last box shows the change in membership from 2005 to 2008. The African American church shows the only membership gain for the conference. Mississippi also has the third highest African American membership in the SEJ.

Native Year Asian Black Hispanic White American 2005 536 34,682 250 264 152,234 2006 187 33,873 168 227 149,913 2007 151 34,824 141 222 148,977 2008 161 34,935 152 222 148,040 Change -375 252 -98 -37 -4,194

The SBC21 Leadership Team has identified stewardship and leadership as the two major areas of concern for the Black Church. Rev. Candace Lewis of Path One continues to work as a coach with the conference leadership team. In February of 2009 she met with the leadership team to review our Strategic Plan. A copy of the plan is in the 2009 Conference Journal volume one. The conference has held two major events focusing on leadership and stewardship. The first was at Rust College with approximately 166 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

250 people in attendance. This convocation centered on leadership and worship. Rev. Eddie Jones and Griffins UMC lead in worship. Under the Leadership of Rev Jones Griffins UMC has increased its average worship attendance from 50 to 280. The second event, “Rethink Leadership Summit,” will be in Wiggins. Rev. Melvin Amerson, author of Stewardship in The African American Church and The Generosity of Giving, will be lead teacher. David Stotts, conference treasure, will lead a session on direct bill. Several other outstanding preachers and teachers will also be on program. The first Man Up Conference was held in March of 2010. Men from three districts and two different denominations attended the conference. The conference allowed men to confront subjects not normally talked about at public gatherings such as male sexuality. The group appointed a leadership team responsible for planning future conferences. In addition the leadership team presented several district and local church training events. The team only provides training for local churches and clusters if invited by the pastor. Pastors are offered resources and support through covenant groups in the conference. The groups are located in the Brookhaven, Hattiesburg, East and West Jackson and Greenwood districts. Hattiesburg has the oldest covenant group at eight years old. The SBC21 new web site is www.sbc21ms.org. The site allows for communication to members across the conference and the denomination. Two other web sites have been design for two local churches as part of Online 09. Walden Chapel, in Goodman and Haven, in Winona, are the churches. Several other web sites will be created as we continue to offer technology serves to local congregations. Congregational Resource Churches are being used to help sister churches. The churches are selected due to their success in worship, evangelism, stewardship and merging. The SBC21 Team believes that, by working with the cabinet and pastors and local churches, we can Strengthen the Black Church in Mississippi. ( A copy of the SBC21 Plan is in the 2009 Journal, Volume 1,page 161.) Rev. Fitzgerald Lovett, Convener Parish and Communty Development The 2008 Annual Conference Session approved the creation of a new conference wide leadership team known as Parish and Community Development Ministry (PCDM). PCDM was an attempt to combine the three areas of Congregational Development under one umbrella----New Church Development, Revitalization and Small Membership Church. After two years of combined ministry, it has been determined that the new church development committee will be returned to a single entity. The need for this change is based in part on a report from Path 1 (the United Methodist Connection’s new church initiative) after the February 2010 visit to our conference. Path 1 recommended more emphasis be placed on new church focus through various means including the possibility of our new church organizational structure now being reorganized. “Congregational Effectiveness” will become the area under which the two other components (Revitalization and Small Membership Church) will continue to work together as we strive to help resource our churches in fulfilling our mission of making disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world. Embra Jackson, Director of Parish and Community Development New Church Development The 2008 session of the Mississippi Conference of the United Methodist Church challenged both clergy and laity alike to take the next faithful step in creating new places for new people. The New Church Development committee embraced this charge and set out to fulfill the mission of partnering with God to make disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world by encouraging the development of new faith communities dedicated to reaching more people, more young people and more diverse people. To that end, the Mississippi Conference now nourishes nine new church starts. These new church starts have helped offset the 10% loss in conference wide attendance we would have suffered without them. Part of our call to transform the world through the making of disciples of Jesus Christ by providing new places for new people includes a tactical plan to include as many voices at the table as possible to help The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 167 us hear clearly the voice of God leading us in this area. We are grateful for our new partnership with Path 1 with whom we collaborate to develop strategic plans that help us realize our goals. Along with Path 1, the committee continues to sponsor the School of Congregational Development which consists of the Pastor’s Leadership School and the Church Planter’s School. Our committee strives daily to operate in the spirit of excellence by continuously revising both the application process and the guidelines for developing new faith communities. Copies of these documents can be found at www.ms-pcdm.org. As we seek to live out our new reality during this critical point in the state of economic affairs, we anticipate many changes, one of which targets our name. No longer called the Committee on New Church Development, this ministry is now entitled “New Places for New People” in keeping with the focus of the general conference. We also anticipate structural changes that will lend themselves more significantly to the recruitment of laity as apostles and on local churches as the ones who sustain them. Denise Donnell, Convener Small Membership Church In Mississippi, we are a conference of small membership churches. According to the 2008 statistics, 86% of our churches average 100 or less in worship; 65% average 50 or less in worship. That accounts for 992 of our churches in Mississippi. It is the goal of the Small Membership Church Committee to encourage, empower, and equip the laity and clergy of our small membership churches to accomplish the mission of the church. To that end, we have four areas of focus. Church and Community Workers: In the Mississippi Conference we have two church and community workers: Earnestine Varnado at the St. Andrews Mission in Brookhaven, and Steven Claris at the Choctaw Mission. Small Church Grants: There are two grants available for small membership churches in our conference. Each grant has a maximum award of $5,000 available. The Parish Ministry Grant is for new and innovative ministries within the small church that are outreach oriented and highly missional in nature. The Church Improvement Grant is for repair and renovation of facilities that are actively being used in ministry and mission for the local church. Small Church Workshop: In partnership with the Grace Network, we host one workshop per year as a training session for small church pastors and lay leaders. Each workshop is designed to provide the tools and resources for successful ministry in the small church setting. Small Membership Church of the Year Award: Each year a small membership church of the year is selected by each district. At Annual Conference each year a banquet is held to honor these churches, lay leaders, and pastors. The goal is to highlight excellent ministry in the small church setting, to encourage the ministry of these innovative churches, and to inspire other small membership churches to enter into similar ministry. Lauren Porter, Convener Church Revitalization n Where have we been in the past? The committee in the past has been under a moratorium, giving no new grants and simply continuing to pay off promised grants. n Where we are now? The moratorium has been lifted and new grants are being taken and considered. Also the funding of previously promised grants will be tied to the percentage of apportionments received. n What we are moving to? As the committee accepts and reviews new grant applications, the structure of grants that will be given has changed. Instead of longer grants for greater dollars (i.e. a five year grant for $100,000) the grants are being changed to a one-time grant in a smaller amount (i.e. a one time grant for $5,000 - $10,000) n Why this change? Several reasons. First to be a better steward of Annual Conference resources. Second, the key to revitalizing churches will not be bricks and motor, but will instead by about ministry to and with the com- 168 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 munity. It is the desire of the committee to be an incubator of ministry, helping to fund, new, exciting, and contextual ministry across the Annual Conference. And it is the belief of the committee that this will be the key to church revitalization. Rev. Andy Stoddard, Convener Health and Wellness Is there no balm in Gilead? Is there no physician there? Why then has the health of my poor people not been restored? – Jeremiah 8:22

In response to the above scripture as one of the general churches four areas of focus, congregations in the Mississippi Annual Conference continue to strengthen and expand health ministries. Following Jesus’ example, churches are reclaiming this aspect of ministry, Health, healing, and wholeness permeates the life of a church. Everything a church does impacts health. 2009-2010 Accomplishments We give thanks for the creative response of the annual conference, districts, and local churches toward wellness in 2009-2010 via the following accomplishments: n Helped sponsor the 5th Annual Circuit Bicycle Ride on the Long Leaf Trace in Hattiesburg, MS – Rev. Jim Biedenharn, Coordinator n Sponsored the 7th Annual Arise! Shine! Run! 5K Run/Walk at Annual Conference n Developed a partnership with the Church Health Center in Memphis, TN n Assisted in coordinating health screening at the Annual Conference each year by Methodist Healthcare – churchhealthcenter.org n Continued relationship with Methodist Healthcare in Memphis: methodisthealth.org n Helped secure funding and volunteers for various health clinics n Continued relationship with the Amazing Pace Walking and Wellness Program – http://amazingpace. lifebux.com n Embra Jackson spoke at Drew University’s Clergy Health Summit – March 1, 2010 n Began the 1st Annual Health Church Awards that will be presented in 2010 – http://www.mississippi- umc.org. Embra Jackson, Convener Communications Communications spent this year focusing on ways to meet economic challenges while implementing tools that best serve our mission to help local churches make disciples through communications that equip, inform, encourage, educate, and facilitate. Working with the reinstated Communications Commission led by Dr. Frances Lucas with members from clergy and laity who are professionals in the communications/public relations field we offer the following highlights of the year’s focus. The Circuit Rider: As more people are moving toward electronic media we began the weekly Circuit Rider, an electronic newsletter featuring information on events, celebrations, cares and concerns across the conference as well as a connectional exchange offering a marketplace for local churches to make request or share materials and employment opportunities in churches or related organizations. The Circuit Rider is also offered in a format that can be printed for church members who do not have computers. At this year’s Annual Conference we will be offering daily updates and reports through the Circuit Rider Blog for people who wanted to attend conference but couldn’t come. On the final day of Annual Conference a Special Printed Edition of The Circuit Rider will be available for attendees to carry back to their congregations for reporting on Annual Conference. It will include the list of clergy appointments for the coming year. District Communicators: This year working with the Bishop and Cabinet we named district communicators that will voluntarily serve as an extension of the conference communications office. These 11 persons will be extra legs to disseminate and gather information throughout the districts. They are being trained on basic communications and resources available through the Conference and General Church. The team of communicators will be brought together once a quarter for resourcing with information and training. The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 169

Message & Media – Communications Training for the Local Church: August 20 – 21, 2010 we will hold the first of an annual event offering communications training to the local church. This year, centered around the theme Water and the Word (John 4:14), participants will gather at The Orchard UMC in Tupelo for a 2-day workshop geared to encourage radical hospitality and passionate worship by resourcing the local church in outreach communications and worship as communications. Sessions will include Welcoming Ministry, Rethink Church, Web Ministry/Social Media, Local Church Communications (Marketing and Advertising), Incorporating Multi-Media in Worship, Biblical Storytelling – Bringing Life to the Scripture, Taize’ – Alternative Worship, Incorporating Original Writing/Songs/Games in Worship and Weaving our Stories into Worship – a modern look at liturgy. The event will also include an Africana Hymnal Study Listening Session led by Dr. Safiyah Fosua, GBOD. This session, which is an important part of the research for the 2009-2012 Africana Hymnal Study, will provide an opportunity for participants to take part in an audio-taped discussion of the worship practices and preferences of Black United Methodist churches in the Mississippi Annual Conference. Participants will be offered an opportunity to respond to five key questions about worship and to voice questions and concerns. As we move beyond this year, we continue prayerfully to research and implement communication that effectively meets our mission to go forth and make disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world by reaching more people, younger and diverse people. Lisa Cumbest Michiels, Director of Communications

B. Financial and Administrative Ministries 1. Board of Trustees A. Conference-Owned Property The conference Trustees are entrusted with the care of all property that is in the service of the annual conference as a whole. These properties consist of the United Methodist Building and the Episcopal Residence in Jackson. There are two permanent buildings constructed by the recovery efforts. They are owned by the conference and were built on land contractually leased for 35 years from Vancleve UMC and Nugent UMC. When the Katrina recovery efforts are complete, the buildings may be utilized by those local churches where the property was constructed. In the event of a future recovery need, the property by contractual lease will temporarily revert to those recovery efforts. B. Maintenance of Properties The Episcopal Residence is properly maintained. Any needs made known to the Trustees have been cared for. Parking during committee meetings in the headquarters building has been addressed by providing parking to the staff at a city-operated garage. The building is in good repair, and adequate office space for the current staff is available. C. Insurance All properties of the conference are properly insured. The conference wide insurance program is adequate at the present time. The Trustees believe the conference as a whole is better protected as a result of the minimum coverage standards adopted in 2004 and the conference wide program adopted in 2005. Gallagher Risk Management located in Ridgeland, MS continues to provide the program administration and risk management services for the conference wide program. The conference wide program is financially stable and continues to insure 825 entities with a total insured value of $725,040,593. D. Minimum Coverage Standards The required levels of insurance approved at the 2004 Annual Conference are as follows: 1. Pastoral Professional Liability Limit Each Claim / Annual Aggregate $1,000,000 / $3,000,000 2. Directors and Officers Liability – Claims Made Coverage Limit Each Claim / Annual Aggregate $1,000,000 / $1,000,000 3. Bodily Injury and Property Damage Liability (limit per accident) Leased Vehicles / Hired and Non-Owned Vehicles $1,000,000 4. Physical or Sexual Abuse Liability (Sexual acts liability) $1,000,000 170 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

5. Commercial Automobile Liability Church Owned Vehicles $1,000,000 6. Volunteer Liability Church Members With Respect to Duties As Such $1,000,000 7. General Liability $1,000,000 / $3,000,000 The churches that are not insured by the conference wide program shall be required to submit their declaration page proving that they are in compliance with the minimum coverage standards as a part of their charge conference reports. To provide protection for the conference and all of the churches of the conference, churches not in the conference wide program shall be asked to list the Mississippi Conference United Methodist Church as an additional insured on their policy and submit proof to the Charge conference. E. Abandoned and Discontinued Church Property Abandoned and discontinued church property that belongs to the conference is being studied and tracked to determine that conference approved actions are followed. F. Records and Legal Documents The legal documents and records are held in the office of finance in Jackson. Deeds to all churches are being collected by the District Superintendents and will be in the permanent file in the office of finance in Jackson. G. Debt on Conference Property There is no debt on any of the conference owned property. Rev. Henderson Rasberry, Chair

2. Board of Pensions Report #1 Action Item for Per Service Year Rate and CRSP Funding Rate We recommend the following for 2011: Clergy Retirement Security Program (CRSP) billing rate 14.5% for less than full time clergy and 17.5% for full time clergy. All optional coverage costs shall be borne by the insured at a cost equal to the plan cost as administered by the General Board of Pension and Health Benefits Past Service Rate, $482 per service year. Approved Supply Service Rate, $482 per service year. We recommend that surviving spouses support, for pre-82 years, be set at 75 percent of the minister’s compensation. Pension Benefits and Liaison Offices The work of the Board of Pensions is carried out through the conference benefits officer who is also the conference treasurer. Working in the Conference Benefits office is the pension liaison officer and a clerical billing assistant. At the present time, the conference benefits officer is David Stotts and the pension liaison officer is Byrd Hillman. The Conference Benefits Office interfaces with the General Board of Pensions and assists the Bishop and Cabinet in pension matters. The office is also available to assist participants with questions that relate to pensions and health benefits. The benefits officer and clerical billing assistant can be contacted through the conference treasurer’s office at 601-354-0515 or 866-647-7486 or at P. O. Box 1201, Jackson, MS 39215. The liaison officer can be contacted at 662-289-2484 or 1-800-586-0113 or at 25274 Highway 19 North, Kosciusko, MS 39090. Unfunded Liability Virtually all of the United Methodist clergy appointed by the Mississippi Annual Conference prior to 1982 are covered by Supplement One to the Ministerial Pension Plan. All assets of the plan are available to pay all benefits of the plan regardless of the annual conference from which contributions came or under which the benefits accrued. However, because each annual conference controls certain benefit provisions of the plan, funding requirements are determined separately for each conference. The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 171

Each year the Actuarial Department of the General Board of Pensions values the benefits provided under the plan and reviews our conference funding plan. That General Board of Pension and Health Benefits approved plan may be read in its entirety in the conference Board of Pensions report number 3. Our liability increases when we increase the past service rate, and we reduce our liability when we make annual payments in accordance with our funding plan. Actuarial experience and investment performance are factors in this computation. Investment performance during the past year has challenged money man- agers to review long-term strategies. Your Board of Pensions is studying various plans to maximize return on invested funds. The revised plans will acknowledge reduced rates of returns for the short-term. Funding for Pension Plan must be paid in Full Each pastor and each church must understand the necessity of paying the pension direct billing in full each year. The conference board must fund the retirement payment to clergy in the Pre-82 Plan -Supplement 1 to CRSP, Ministerial Protection Plan (MPP) Annuities-Annuities of Supplement 3 to CRSP and in the Clergy Retirement Security Program Defined Benefit and Defined Contribution plan. Surviving spouses and dependent children of deceased clergy may also be a recipient of benefits. The General Church feels that the payment of pension funding is of such importance that it ranks equal to the pastor’s salary. If the pastor receives his/her salary, so should those who have retired. (Par. 639.4(a), 2008 Discipline) The Conference Board of Pensions in their 2010 winter meeting received a report of arrearages in 2009 pension apportionments and unpaid 2009 direct billing of Comprehensive Protection Plan. This information was forwarded to each district and may be reviewed in the Conference Benefits Office. It is the plan of the Board of Pensions to keep careful records of non-payment and to contact district superintendents where this has occurred. An aggressive plan for collection has been provided to the Conference Benefits Office and the plan shall be followed. Arrearage information will be available for review in the Conference Benefits Office at the end of any month. Investments The money of the Board of Pensions is invested with the General Board of Pensions in what is called the Multiple Asset Account and the Short Term Investment Fund and with the Mississippi United Methodist Foundation. All of our investments are made with the consent of the conference board using the guidelines of the General Board of Pension. At year-end, we had $426,304 invested with the General Board of Pension (excluding the superannuate account) and $3,005,214 invested at the Mississippi UM Foundation. Minister’s Personal Contributions Each minister is given the opportunity to participate in the United Methodist Personal Investment Plan (UM PIP) of the General Board of Pension and Health Benefits. Ministers can decide how much they want to invest each month. It can be tax paid or tax deferred. The minister may choose one of two ways to contribute the money: (1) salary reduction – The check must be sent by the church treasurer in order to qualify, and it should be so stated to the General Board. The amount is to be deducted from the W-2 form, and Social Security is not paid on this amount; the amount is not subject to income tax until withdrawn. (2) tax paid – Under this plan the minister must pay income tax on the amount contributed but will not pay tax on interest received until it is withdrawn. If a minister moves he/she must make a new contract with the new church for his/her UM PIP and report it to the General Board. Retired Ministers Rental/housing allowances. A resolution in regard to a rental/housing allowance has been prepared for action at this session of annual conference. Each retired minister is requested to study this resolution carefully. Let it also be emphasized that adequate records must be kept in order to justify expenses claimed. Should a retired minister die during the year, exclusion for rental/housing allowance is available with respect to the income of the minister during the time he or she was alive. However, the exclusion is not available to the surviving spouse. Moving expense. It is our recommendation that the moving expense for retirees moving to their retirement home be paid out of the Board of Ordained Ministry fund based on the guidelines that have been recommended by CFA. 172 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

Special Arrangements for CPP and Death Benefit The conference Board of Pensions acknowledges that the benefits for clergy should be provided on an equal basis for all. Therefore, to be uniform in providing the CPP death and disability benefits, the Board recommends that all full-time clergy covered by CRSP be covered in the CPP program with the cost paid by the local employing unit. The board believes that coverage for death and disability should also be available to all eligible clergy who are on a covered leave status or Elders appointed to less than full time service. The coverage is available through the General Board of Pension CPP program. The conference Board of Pensions recommends that the coverage be made available with the cost to be paid by the insured participant. Conference Authorization It is the policy of the conference Board of Pension, through its treasurer, to place with the General Board of Pension or the Mississippi United Methodist Foundation such funds as it receives from time to time. Such funds are to be invested by the General Board of Pension or Mississippi United Methodist Foundation for the use and benefit of said conference Board of Pension, to transfer among accounts an amount required for the monthly and annual payments to the General Board of Pension for the cost of our pension program. Program on Pensions We encourage districts to initiate programs for education on the pension plans. The conference Board of Pension will be glad to arrange programming and education events to district ministers and their spouses, and to any called meeting of ministers and laypersons. Adequate time for full presentation and questions should be allowed. Contact the Conference Benefits Office to arrange one of these meetings. On August 16-17, 2010 we plan to offer The 3 “L” Academy again. This education event was begun in 2009. The event will be highlighting (1) structuring the salary compensation package, (2) explanation of the available retirement plans, (3) workshops for those contemplating retirement within the next 5 – 7 years, (4) a lifetime planning seminars for interested pastors and their spouses and (5) various other information on connectional giving and wellness. This event will be in held in the Jackson metropolitan area with speakers coming from the General Board of Pension, various general church agencies and other local resources. Gifts and Wills In 2009 the Board was notified of the inclusion of the pension program in the Leo Seal Trust. In 2009 $37,700 was received. The original purpose of the gift was for building and equipment. The Board is working with the trust administration to seek permission to place these funds in the endowment. The interest on the endowment fund continues to be transferred annually to the conference board of pension in an effort to begin to reduce the amount of the funding requirements. The conference Board of Pension will begin an education process of encouraging others (both lay and clergy) to add to this endowment through their wills. Social Security for Ministers Social Security is a vital part of a minister’s financial plan. This gives protection for retirement, disability, and survivor benefits, as well as Medicare. If a minister has any questions related to his/her relationship to Social Security, please contact your local Social Security office. 2011 Funding Plan The Conference Board of Pension presents a budget in report number 2 for the funding of the pension plan. The plan will be funded by the rates established above on the plan compensation of the participants. The payment of the pension bill will be the responsibility of the salary paying unit. In the fall of 2008 and the first 9 months of 2009, the United States found itself in a economic decline. This decline caused the investments of the General Board of Pension to suffer decreased reserve balances. The 2011 budget reflects the increased payments because of the market losses. For the first time in the history of the Ministerial Pension Plan (MPP) annuities, funding on January 1, 2009 for the conference guaranteed annuity payments were less than 100% funded. At January 1, 2008 the plan was 120% funded. At January 1, 2009 the plan was underfunded at 91% or $173,932,250. The Mississippi share of this deficit was $3,356,892. This generated a required payment on 12-31-11 of $684,697. The Board of Directors of the General Board of Pension approved a 3 year grant to each annual conference in an amount equal to the Comprehensive Protection Plan (CPP) Cost to enable the conferences to partially fund the increased payments of the pension plan requirements. It is good to note The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 173

that preliminary reports show that the fund has returned to a funded status of 103% as of 1-1-10 because of the projected payment to be made 12-31-11 and the market gains in the fall of 2009. No Additional payment for the Ministerial Pension Plan (MPP) is due for 2012. The funding for the 2011 additional cost of $2,870,768 as reflected in the 2011 budget in Report # 2 shows a possible decrease of approximately $1.3 million in the 2012 budget due to the market recovery in late 2009. This is only a projection and actual costs will be provided to the Mississippi Conference by the General Board of Pension actuary department in the fall of 2010. Dr. G. E. Jones, Chairman Report #2 Board of Pensions 2010, 2011 and 2012 Projections Schedule

2010 2011 2012 Budget Budget Budget Adopted Adopted Projected Receipts: Clergy Pension Benefit Receipts $ 5,391,466 $ 5,843,231 $ 5,730,565 Less to Assistance Reserve $ (77,582) $ (84,893) $ (82,491) General Board Pension Grant to CPP $ 891,000 $ 918,000 $ 946,000 Pre 82 Funds on Hand at GBOPHB/UM Fndn $ 354,936 $ 2,133,353 $ 1,580,220 Other Interest $ 125,000 $ 150,000 $ 150,000 Total Receipts $ 6,684,820 $ 8,959,691 $ 8,324,294

Disbursements: Cost Of Pension Benefits CRSP-DB $ 3,452,884 $ 3,860,338 $ 3,712,074 Pre 82 Payment $ 354,936 $ 2,133,353 $ 1,580,220 CRSP-DC $ 970,000 $ 980,000 $ 990,000 CPP $ 891,000 $ 918,000 $ 946,000 MPP Shortfall $ - $ 684,897 $ - Subtotal Cost of Pension Benefits $ 5,668,820 $ 8,576,588 $ 7,228,294

Operating Expenses Liaison Officer $ 20,000 $ 20,000 $ 20,000 3 "L" Academy $ 11,000 $ 11,000 $ 11,000 Travel Meals Meetings $ 10,000 $ 10,000 $ 10,000 Professional Fees $ 10,000 $ 10,000 $ 10,000 Payment To Dependent Children $ 7,000 $ 7,000 $ 7,000 Annual Conf. Retirees Luncheon $ 6,000 $ 6,000 $ 6,000 Bank Charges $ 4,500 $ 4,500 $ 4,500 Special Grants-& GBOP Payments $ 4,000 $ 4,000 $ 4,000 Office Expense $ 4,000 $ 4,000 $ 4,000 Per Diem Annual Conf-surviving Spouses $ 1,600 $ 1,600 $ 1,600 Pub House Dist to Central Conf Pens Plan $ - $ - $ - Subtotal Operating Expenses $ 78,100 $ 78,100 $ 78,100 Total Disbursements $ 5,746,920 $ 8,654,688 $ 7,306,394 Net Receipts Over (Disbursements) $ 937,900 $ 305,003 $ 1,017,900

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Report #3 Board of Pensions Item No. 1 The following conference claimants have died during the 2009 – 2010 year: Minister of Conference Date of Death James E. Henry August 27, 2009 Bobby Joe Shell August 31, 2009 Grady Sowell September 25, 2009 William Don Sparks October 5, 2009 Frances Louise Cotton October 6, 2009 Danny Harold Minnix October 9, 2009 Robert Ford October 10, 2009 Jewel Galloway Babb, Jr. November 11, 2009 Tommy M. Murphy November 11, 2009 Earnest Andrew Smith November 13, 2009 Johnny Q. C. James November 27, 2009 Floyd William Price December 13, 2009 John Henry Morrow, Jr. December 14, 2009 Samuel Jay Hull January 25, 2010 Roy Harmon Biggers January 28, 2010 Cecil B. Jones February 4, 2010 John William Hearty, Jr. February 15, 2010 Arthur J. Roebuck March 10, 2010 Roy Everett Bonner March 25, 2010 Edwin Ayers Spencer April 5, 2010 John Floyd Carter April 28, 2010 Denson Cromwell Napier May 9, 2010 Hollis Wesley Bryant May 11, 2010 William Warren Watkins May 23, 2010 Deceased Spouses Minister of Conference Date of Death Zelda Mae Griffin John Thomas Griffin April 4, 2010 Lillian C. Hightower T. Ed Hightower April 7, 2010 Janette Greene Burt Cawthon Bowen Burt May 7, 2010 Sandra Howard Ellus Ray Howard June 9, 2010

Item No. 2 Incapacity leave and renewal of incapacity leave are granted only if disability benefits are approved from the Comprehensive Protection Plan (CPP) by the Disability Committee of the General Board of Pensions. We recommend that incapacity leave be granted to the following ministers: Larry Darnell Bolton Dale F. Glenn John Howard Staggs John W. Bond Thomas C. Hawks John Thomas Tucker Cora Crumble Donald Ray McCain Charles Edwin Waddell 2-28-10 John Clinton Burkes, Jr. Carlos Perez-Bonilla David James Willoughby Harry Bryan Davis Patrick Leon Phillips Stephen A. DeVore Thomas Lionel Samson Stephen G. Dial Richard Ray Sebren, Jr. The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 175

Item No. 3 The Board of Pensions recommends that the following dependent adult children of deceased ministers be granted a child’s benefit based upon the pension credit of the minister: Child Minister Years E. Dean Gemeny Edgar D. Gemeny 15.75 Beulah Irving William R. Irving 4.75 Jo Ruth Lawhon L. C. Lawhon 27.5 Isaac M. Leverette Harold Leverette 18.5 Virginia Presley Earl Presley 37.5

Item No. 4 The following ministers serving in Extension Ministries in 2009-2010 served with pension responsibility on the conference. An * indicates joint pension responsibility between the conference and the salary paying unit or extension ministry. Jerry Bostick Beam Frank Haynes Donald Wesley Merricks* Steven Wayne Casteel Richard Michael Hicks Robert Elliott Rambo* Johnny Crosby Embra Knox Jackson, II Henderson Rasberry Dawn Douglas Flowers* Geoffrey Joyner Victoria Sizemore-Baldwin Elisabeth Ann Garvin William Giles Lindley Timothy Charles Thompson, II Hugh Milton Griffith, Jr.* Lionel Fitzgerald Lovett* William Edward Willis* Vera Hall-Stamps William T McAlilly Victoria Leigh White

Item No. 5 The following ministers serving in Extension Ministries in 2009-2010 served with pension responsibility on the institution or agency served: Martha Ann Alexander Walter L. Frazier Frank Larue Owen Rwth Ashton William Johnson Garrott Tiffany Jo Padgett Kurt Thomas Appel Theodore James Giordano Nathan Joseph Payne Terri K. Armstrong John Robert Hall Gregory Pittman Loye B. Ashton Hubert Dale Hathorn Joseph T. Ranager Michael Ray Baker Sherry Bryant Johnson Joseph T. Reiff Alicia Beam-Ingram Steven Paul Keen James W. Richardson James Beam-Ingram Marvin R. King John Richardson Sylvia Blackwell Gary Hilton Knight Felix Lloyd Rollins Dorothy Claire Biedenharn Walter N. Leverette Sallie Fran Ross Diane L. Braman Toby Eugene Lofton Casey Marion Smith, Jr. Alice Carol Burnett Gerald Douglas Lord Richard E. Stoglin Charles Burton Campbell Kristen Williams Matheny Eugene A. VanEvery Jimmy L. Carr Brenda McCaskill Stephen L. Vinson Victor R. Chatham J. Ronald McDougald Linda R. Whited Charlene Cheney William H. Miskelly Susan Lee Woodard Julie Povall Collins Thomas Emory Miller John W. Yeates A W Crump, Jr. Edward C. Norris J. Daniel Young Dorothy Dickson-Rishel Dale Y. Owen Rebecca Carol Youngblood Roger A. Flowers Serving in other conferences under paragraph 346.1: Jimmy Michael Boone Eugene Martino Glenn Dale Ray Oliver Box Tiffany Jo McDonald (Padgitt) Shane Stanford David Earl Fuqua

Item No. 6 The policy of the Board of Pension in determining pension responsibility for Extension Ministries is that the pension responsibility lies with the salary-paying institution or agency. If the appointment’s salary support is paid by the conference, then the pension responsibility belongs to the conference. If the 176 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 appointment’s salary support is paid by the institution or agency, then the pension responsibility belongs to the salary-paying unit. As noted in item number 4 above, there exists some shared responsibilities. Note that ministers who are serving in an Extension Ministry must assume responsibility to see that their pension is being cared for. The Board of Pension has entered into agreements with those extensions ministries who desire to cover their clergy by CRSP. The cost shall be paid by the extension ministry. Item No. 7 Annuity payments related to pre-1982 service in the Mississippi Annual Conference have been reviewed and have been found to be accurate. A copy of the detailed report has been filed with the Conference Benefits Officer, David Stotts, and is available for review upon request. Dr. G. E. Jones, Chairperson David Stotts, CPA, Conference Benefits Officer Rev. Byrd Hillman, Jr., Liaison Officer Report #4

April 19, 2010 VIA EMAIL Mr. David Stotts Mississippi Annual Conference P.O. Box 1201 Jackson, MS 39215 RE: 2010 Funding Plan for the Mississippi Annual Conference Dear Mr. Stotts: Attached is a copy of the funding plan for 2010 submitted for the portion of Supplement One to the Clergy Retirement Security Program attributable to the Mississippi Annual Conference. The total liability as of January 1, 2009, for 2011 is $44,981,969 based on the following key actuarial assumptions: n 7.0% interest n RP-2000 mortality table n Past service Rate of $482 and n 3.0% average increase in the Past Service Rate In the opinion of The General Board of Pension and Health Benefits of The United Methodist Church, the attached funding plan meets the funding requirements of Paragraph 1506.8 of The Book of Discipline of The United Methodist Church 2008. This opinion applies only to the attached funding plan. Sincerely, Jeanne Featherstone Actuarial Services cc: Ronald Coleman, General Board of Pension and Health Benefits

Mississippi Annual Conference Funding Plan for Supplement One to the Clergy Retirement Security Program As of January 1, 2010, for 2011

The 2010 Past Service Rate (PSR) for the Mississippi Annual Conference is $476 or .80 percent of Conference Average Compensation (CAC). Our conference Board of Pensions will maintain a PSR increase to equate the PSR at .80 percent of the Conference Average Compensation (CAC). Our histori- The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 177 cal CAC increases have averaged 3.5% when we only consider the years without corrections. However, we do not expect these increases to continue in the future. Due to increased local church, conference, recovery efforts, and current economic conditions, we would expect increases in the CAC to be in the 2% range. The General Board of Pension and Health Benefits has determined that the portion of the pre-1982 plan liability attributable to Mississippi Annual Conference is $44,981,969 as of Jan. 1, 2009, based on 7 percent interest and a 3 percent PSR increase assumption and a 2011 PSR of $482. Plan funds currently held with the General Board of Pension and Health Benefits have a value of $29,567,834 as of Jan. 1, 2009. The difference between the total plan liability and current plan funding is $15,414,135 as of Jan. 1, 2009. Projecting this amount forward to 2010, produces an unfunded plan liability of $16,493,124. This unfunded liability will be provided through (1) non-plan funds that are held in various investment sources and (2) other fundraising sources. The conference intends to raise the additional funds for contributions to be made annually over the 12 year period ending December 31, 2021. Our goal will be to raise $1,464,507 from 2010 thru 2021. Our conference will fund the plan benefits through funds designated for the pre-82 liability and other planned fund raising sources. Both the interest and principal of non-plan funds may be available for retirement funding needs pending action of the Conference Board of Pension. Below is a description of the non-plan assets designated to pay the present value of future contributions: n The conference maintains a deposit account with the General Board of Pension And Health Benefits that has a value of $426,304 as of January 1, 2010. This fund provides funding for the CRSP benefits. n The conference maintains a Superannuate Endowment Fund with the General Board of Pension and Health Benefits that has a value of $807,254 as of January 1, 2010. The original principal in this fund was $146,247. Available funding pending the Conference Board of Pension action for the pre-82 payment is $661,007 n The conference maintains an investment fund with the Mississippi United Methodist Foundation that has a value of $3,005,214 as of January 1, 2010. Both the interest and principal from these accounts are available to meet funding requirements of all plans as designated by the Conference Board of Pension. There is $2,239,048 currently designated for the pre 82 funding. A pension endowment fund of $394,858 is included in the balance at the MS UM Foundation. n The conference maintains an account with Trustmark National Bank that has a value of $693,937, which includes a deposit in transit of $589,724, as of January 1, 2010. The account is available to meet future contribution requirements of CRSP and all other funding as designated by the Conference Board of Pension. The funding plan as of January 1, 2010, is summarized below: Supplement One Liability* of PSR Increase of 3%, 1/1/2009...... $ 44,981,969 Current Plan Funding, 1/1/2009...... 29,567,834 Unfunded Plan Status, 1/1/2009...... $ -15,414,135 Expected Interest at 7% to 12/31/2009...... 1,078,989 Unfunded Plan Status, 12/31/2009...... $ -16,493,124 Assets contributed but not yet included in Current Plan Funding as of 1/1/2009...... 2,621,960 Plan Funded Status including above assets...... $ -13,871,164 Additional Plan Assets designated for Pre-82 Funding, 1/1/2010: MS UM Methodist Foundation...... $ 2,239,048 Unfunded to be raised by fund raising plan and fund designation...... $ -11,632,116 *Assuming 7% and the RP-2000 mortality table Signed and dated: April 16, 2010 David Stotts, CPA, Conference Benefits Officer 178 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

3. Board of Medical Benefits The Board of Medical Benefits believes that the conference is providing a financially sound and diverse benefit plan. With the addition of Blue Cross Blue Shield, the Amazing Pace wellness and disease management program, the High Deductible Plan, and the dental and vision policies, the plan is well positioned for the future by providing a well-rounded program for managing health care and promoting wellness. Plan Clarification The Conference Benefits Officer reported that no change in the plan is required as earlier discussed. This was because the intent of the Mississippi Annual Conference based on the prior plan publication was that occupational therapy be covered under the terms of the Plan's definition of Physical Medicine in the same manner as physical therapy. Although there are limits in the Schedule of Benefits for other types of Physical Medicine, there are currently no limits on physical therapy or occupational therapy other than the limits provided for Physical Medicine in Section VI B of the Plan. 2011 Apportionments and Rates Recommendation The Board of Medical Benefits asked for the apportionments to be set at $5,026,516 which is the same level as 2010. This represents approximately 2/3 of the cost of the program. The remaining 1/3 of revenues required to meet our obligations come from participant payments both for a part of the individual coverage and for dependent coverage. As in the past, the board asks that they be allowed to set the individual 2011 rates in September understanding that a 10% maximum rate increase will be the limit for this income budget line. This allows the board additional time to study the effect of the federal regulations on the plan and to better project the costs in 2011. Reverend Trey Harper, Chairperson David Stotts, CPA, Conference Benefits Officer

C. Clergy and Ministerial Services Equitable Compensation Commission Report In keeping with our stated purposes, the Commission on Equitable Compensation has worked to maintain high levels of stewardship of church resources. The challenge before the commission has been to balance conference standards for fair pastoral support with the changes in the economy which have impacted the greater church. Our efforts have been focused upon the administration of funds used in base compensation supplementation while being aware as best we are able of future shifts in funding. The commission supported the ending travel grants in an attempt to reduce expenses which while not superfluous were definitely unsustainable. We remain committed to policies of remuneration commensurate with the cost of having experienced clergy leadership in small membership congregations and special situations. Submitted by Jim Biedenharn, Chair Equitable Compensation Guidelines Purpose: “It is the purpose of the commission on equitable compensation to support full-time clergy serving as pastors in the charges of the annual conference by: (a) recommending conference standards for pastoral support; (b) administering funds to be used in base compensation supplementation; and (c) providing counsel and advisory material on pastor support to district superintendents and committees on pastor-parish relations.” (The Book of Discipline, 2008, ¶625.2) Equitable Compensation Commission Membership: The Commission shall have an equal number of lay and clergy (The Book of Discipline, 2008 ¶625) and one district superintendent. The Director of Ministerial Services shall be an ex-officio member. Membership shall be elected as described in the Mississippi Conference Standing Rules. Philosophy: The term “equitable compensation” refers to a fair compensation rather than an equal compensation. An equitable compensation for a clergyperson infers remuneration commensurate with the classification of the individual and the demands and responsibilities required to serve a particular charge. The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 179

Funds granted by the commission will not be viewed as a permanent supplement to compensation in a particular situation, but for providing additional funds for a specific period so an equitable compensation can be paid while the charge increases in its ability to pay. In situations where such growth is not viewed as possible, the bishop and Cabinet will consider realignment of charges to obtain needed support locally. Charges approved for a Commission on Equitable Compensation grant or supplement will be eligible for only one grant per year. The commission will recommend compensation ranges and guidelines for all qualifying clergy persons to district superintendents, pastors, and committees on Pastor-Parish Relations. In keeping with the above stated-purpose, the Commission on Equitable Compensation has established the following policies and guidelines for its work of supporting ministry in the local churches of our conference. Compensation Ranges and Guidelines Classifications of Clergy Compensation The equitable compensation base shall be adjusted annually to reflect the percentage increase of the conference average compensation, CAC. For 2011 base compensation shall be: ■ Full Connection $34,186 ■ Provisional (education requirements for elder completed) 31,435 ■ Provisional (education requirements for elder not completed) 28,920 ■ Associate 28,920 ■ Full Time Local Pastor 26,605 The policy of this Commission is to supplement no more than 25% per appointment and therefore the local charge is strongly encouraged to pay an amount at least equal to the following in each category: Note: See Charge Qualifications, B.1 ■ Full Connection $25,640 ■ Provisional (educational requirements for elder completed) 23,577 ■ Provisional (educational requirements for elder not completed) 21,690 ■ Associate 21,690 ■ Full Time Local Pastor 19,954

Qualifications for Receiving Supplementary Compensation Support The qualifications listed below shall apply to all churches requesting Equitable Compensation support: ■ Average worship attendance for the charge shall be equal to or greater than average worship attendance (previous calendar year) of churches across the Conference. ■ Percentage of apportionments paid by the charge shall be equal to or greater than the average percentage of apportionments paid (previous calendar year) by the churches across the Conference. ■ A pastor must live within the bounds of the charge to which he/she is appointed. Pastors serving charges without a parsonage or one member of a clergy couple may be exempt from this requirement by Executive Committee action in consultation with the Cabinet. ■ A pastor must work at least 40 hours on his/her charge and no more than 15 hours per week at any other employment. This must be certified by the Pastor-Parish Relations Committee of the charge and the district superintendent. ■ Pastors (local pastors, associate members and elders) who have completed educational requirements must meet the continuing education requirements set by the conference Board of Ordained Ministry. Local Pastors must meet educational requirements as established by The Book of Discipline and Conference Board of Ordained Ministry. ■ Pastor must hold a valid local pastor’s license. ■ Those serving a church or charge of less than three churches employing more than one person on its professional staff, including the pastor, will not be eligible for a compensation supplement 180 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

Categories of Equitable Compensation and Qualifications The following are the four categories of Equitable Compensation and the qualifications of each. These qualifications are in addition to those listed above which apply to all categories of Equitable Compensation 1. Salary Supplement: a. Charges must pay at least seventy-five percent (75%) of the equitable compensation scale for the current pastor serving the charge. b. No charge will participate in the fund if it reduces the compensation level below the previous year, unless such a reduction is deemed justifiable by the Commission after recommendation by the District Superintendent in writing. c. The church or charge must have at least 150 members and/or three churches on the charge. d. Charges with pastors receiving supplementary support will have a service of worship every Sunday, with due consideration for adequate services for each church. e. The charge whose minister receives supplementary support will provide a minimum of two (2) weeks paid vacation, including two (2) Sundays annually for the minister; and will provide expenses for a guest minister or lay speaker in the minister’s absence. f. Salary Supplement grants are limited to five successive years. 2. Cooperative Ministries: a. The “director” or “coordinator” must be a full conference member who has other clergy persons under his/her supervision. The clergyperson serving as “director” or ‘coordinator” must live within the bounds of the parish. b. The maximum amount that the Equitable Compensation Commission may provide per year for this support is $1,200 over the maximum Equitable Compensation support. If the director is not receiving regular Equitable Compensation supplements, maximum of $3,600 annually may be available. c. Before funding will be granted for successive years, the director shall submit an annual evaluation of the progress of the ministry made the previous year. d. In no case will Equitable Compensation funds be used to support a minister beyond 150 percent of the applicable Equitable Compensation scale. e. There is no limit to the number of years a cooperative ministry may receive support. 3. Ethnic Congregational Development: a. Church shall articulate special leadership needs in an ethnic congregation. b. A maximum of $10,000 per project may be allocated annually. For each additional year that approval is granted, the funding will be reduced by 25 percent from the beginning support figure. c. The pastor must be a seminary graduate or have experience and proven ability to produce in the area of the particular need. d. The Cabinet must approve the projects. e. Ethnic Congregational Development grants are limited to four successive years. 4. Unique Ministries: a. This category is designed to give additional support for “special situations” by providing Equitable Compensation for a pastor assigned by the bishop to serve an unusual appointment in which the charge cannot pay an adequate compensation. b. Requests for funding will be initiated and approved by the bishop and Cabinet. The request will identify the uniqueness of the church and the specific qualifications of the pastor. In addition, the request will identify the specific goals for advancement in ministry, which the grant is anticipated to enable. c. Funding for a Unique Ministry will be decided annually by the Commission on Equitable Compensation. d. Unique Ministries grants are limited to six (6) successive years of funding for the approved project For each additional year that approval is granted, the funding will be reduced by fifteen (15) percent of the beginning support figure. If a situation arises which does not meet the guidelines but falls within the realm of responsibility of the Commission on Equitable Compensation, funding may be made available from the Contingency Fund of the Commission on Equitable Compensation. The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 181

The Board of Ordained Ministry Report 2010 “The Board of Ordained Ministry’s (BOM) primary task is to oversee a process of enlisting and cre- dentialing called, healthy and effective servant leaders who are ready and fit for ordained ministry while also giving attention to the required training, educational and continuing educational needs of each local pastor, deacon and elder in order that the Church may continue to effectively make disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of our world.” The BOM continues to seek ways to lead within our established responsibilities as well as with new initiatives to empower clergy to become more healthy and effective leaders in our conference. The fifty plus members of this Board are to be commended for the outstanding and selfless work they have tirelessly given to the Body of Christ of this Conference. The 21st century brings new and daunting challenges to pastors. The expectations placed on pastors increase every year as we seek to serve the Kingdom of Christ. With this in mind, the Board of Ordained Ministry established a new Pastoral Growth and Development Team. This team is listening to pastors actively serving churches, as well as lay people. We want to hear what continuing education and other growth opportunities our clergy and laity believe will most enhance the growth and development of pastors and the churches they serve. We hope we can help YOU grow in this growing, emerging, changing world in which we are all called to serve. Another area aimed at strengthening our primary task is the establishment of our new Finance Effectiveness Team. The historic examination for admission into full connection asks our candidates, “Are you in debt so as to embarrass you in your work?” Frankly, the reality, for some, is “Yes.” Some candidates find themselves in this condition due to unforeseen and uncontrollable circumstances. Many other candidates have lacked the guidance, counsel, or teaching needed to meet the potentially oppressive reality of debt. This new team made up of qualified financial counselors, both lay and clergy, help candidates with financial burdens by providing guidance and resources to help them grow toward financial health and well-being. This new team offers a redemptive potential for candidates to discover greater leadership effectiveness to serve God with integrity, personal responsibility and an increased freedom to give. Another redemptive initiative we took this past year was in helping to establish a working relationship with the Professionals Health Network (PHN). The mission of PHN is to aid eligible Mississippi licensed professionals (in our case, clergy) and students with potentially impairing conditions including substance use disorders, physical impairments, cognitive deterioration, and psychiatric illness through effective education, intervention, evaluation, treatment, and continuing care as an alternative to the disciplinary process. PHN supports education, prevention, outreach activities and research in the field of professionals’ health. PHN supports and guides professionals toward wellness and healing, promoting public safety, thus enriching the lives of these professionals (clergy), the vital- ity of their profession, and the betterment of all Mississippians. Referrals to PHN come from friends, family, colleagues, boards, professional societies and the general public. When a referral is made, the PHN Medical Director and selected COMMITTEE members make discrete inquiries. If a potentially impairing illness is suspected, an intervention occurs followed by professional evaluation and treatment if indicated. Once treatment is completed the professional enters into a continuing care contract with the PHN. PHN then provides earned advocacy on behalf of the professional to their boards and other necessary entities. So long as the recovering professional remains in compliance with PHN, their boards do not take disciplinary action. The Cabinet is graciously funding the first year of this relationship with PHN. This relationship with PHN will offer a potentially redemptive response to clergy professionals within our Mississippi conference who are in the categories described. As I close this report, the Board of Ordained Ministry continues to be thankful to the conference for the position of the Director of Ministerial Service, to Lisa Garvin who fills this role so effectively and to her assistant, Susan Weill, as we partner in this Kingdom role together. We would not be one of the leading conferences in the nation with the initiatives we take without them. Scott Larsen, Chair 182 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

A Covenant Process to Guide in Clergy Delegate Selection at the 2011 Annual Conference Presented to the 2010 Clergy Executive Session and approved for use by the Clergy as we approach the 2011 Annual Conference.

Delegates to the 2008 General Conference voted to allow certain Local Pastors be given the ability to vote for clergy delegates to the 2012 General Conference. A sufficient number of individual Annual Conferences have supported this constitutional change to make it an almost certainty that certain Local Pastors will have the ability to vote for clergy delegates at the various 2011 Annual Conferences where clergy (and lay) delegates are selected for the 2012 General Conference. Consequently, it is recognized that many of these Local Pastors may not know the ordained Deacons and Elders whom they will be voting on to represent the Mississippi Annual Conference at the 2012 General Conference. Additionally, requests for the creation of a process whereby ordained clergy eligible to be elected as clergy delegates to General Conference could voluntarily express their interest in being selected as clergy delegates or voluntarily withhold their name from the selection process have been voiced at several Clergy Executive Sessions since 2007. With each of these dynamics in mind the following is offered for consideration by the 2010 Annual Conference Clergy Executive Session: 1. Encourage the clergy of the Mississippi Annual Conference to covenant together to be in prayer for one-another as we move toward the selection of clergy delegates at the 2011 Annual Conference Session. 2. Respectfully allow those clergy who are eligible to be selected as clergy delegates; yet who for what- ever reason, desire not to have their names voted upon be able to voluntarily withhold their names from the voting process before the Annual Conference Session begins. 3. Respectfully allow those clergy who are eligible to be selected as clergy delegates and, who earnestly desire to serve as a clergy delegate, have the option to voluntarily participate in an open process whereby they can share: their name, present appointment, number of years under appointment, appropriate contact information and a brief essay (250 words maximum) describing why they feel led to serve as a clergy delegate. And, that the Annual Conference Communications Coordinator develop a link on the Annual Conference website where those clergy who wish to withhold their names and those clergy who wish to participate in the proposed voluntary open process can enter their respective information no later than March 1, 2011. 4. Each clergy person within the Mississippi Annual Conference is requested to respectfully remem- ber this is designed as a voluntary process always recognizing there are very capable and qualified clergy who are eligible to be selected as clergy delegates to General Conference who may not wish to publicly declare their desire to serve and that they continue to have equal consideration as the voting process takes place at the 2011 Annual Conference Session as had been the tradition of the Annual Conference in years past. And, that we as clergy, will always keep before us the realization those selected from among us to represent The Mississippi Annual Conference shall remain open to the movement of God’s Holy Spirit as they prepare for General Conference and during the General Conference itself; that they will commit to a willingness to both hear and to listen to ‘the other’ as the clergy delegates from our Annual Conference works together towards the enhancement of the health and wholeness of the entire Denomination. The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 183

D. Other Reports Mississippi Conference Lay Leader I am reminded of the words found in the book of Proverbs 3:5-6, Trust in the Lord with all thine heart, and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths. God is directing all Clergy and Laity of the Mississippi Annual Conference to go forth committed to growth in evangelism, mission, generosity, Christian leaders, creating new faith communities and revitalizing existing congregations and combating the diseases of poverty. We’ve got to stop judging what is not being done, especially if YOU are not doing it yourself; and examine self because what you see needing to be done is EXACTLY what God is asking YOU TO DO for Him. Lastly, I want to challenge the laity to continue in ministry because our ministry matters. Our ministry makes a difference! Let’s get off the bench, and get into the game and play for keeps, not for a couple of weeks and quit. Continue to work in service to Jesus Christ and the Church. May God bless you as you continue in His service! Timothy E. Crisler, MS Conference Lay Leader 2009 Annual Report – Africa University Thriving in Zimbabwe Africa University has many stories to tell – to the nations of Africa, and the world. During Zimbabwe’s economic and political struggles of recent years, United Methodist-related Africa University continued to educate leaders for all of Africa. For a time in 2009, it was the only institution of higher education in Zimbabwe open for classes. We celebrated our 3,000th graduate with the 2009 graduating class. In the 2009-2010 academic year, our 1,100 students represented 28 African countries. We have a substantial waiting list of students eager to attend on campus or through our emerging distance-learning curriculum. For all of this, we thank God for the prayers and support of United Methodists. In 2009, annual conferences contributed more than $2 million to the apportioned Africa University Fund. That represents 86 percent of the $2.5 million goal set by the 2008 General Conference. United Methodists’ support for Africa University creates opportunities for Africans to help Africans. Our graduates are living out the United Methodist vision for the Four Areas of Focus: Leadership: The Rev. Tolbert Thomas Jallah Jr. is a prime example. A graduate of AU’s Institute of Peace, Leadership and Governance, the former advisor to Liberian President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf is now Secretary General of the Fellowship of Christian Councils of Churches in West Africa. Global Health: Bigi Ruhigita, a nurse from the Democratic Republic of Congo, earned her master’s degree in public health at AU. She returned to Congo to work in a 50-bed clinic she and her siblings founded in honor of their father. Ministry with the Poor: Isaiah Njimbu, a 2006 graduate, returned to Lubumbashi, DRC, to find many children orphaned because their parents died of AIDS. In response, Njimbu started the Child Action Initiative, a nongovernment organization. Today, this ministry still thrives. Church Growth: The Rev. Daniel Mhone was instrumental in establishing 28 local churches in the newly established Malawi (Africa) Missionary Conference. He credits Africa University for increasing his capacity as a pastor. In December 2009, we joyfully celebrated the inauguration of Bishop David Kekumba Yemba and professor Fanuel Tagwira as the university’s third chancellor and vice chancellor. Democratic Republic of Congo President Joseph Kabila praised the university’s dedication to Africa at our annual seminar commemorating former United Nations Secretary General Dag Hammarskjöld. 184 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

Rust College – 2010 Report Holly Springs Established in 1866 by the Freedmen’s Aid Society of the Methodist Church on a former slave auction site, Rust College reached another milestone in the 2009-2010 academic year – the 143rd anniversary of its founding. This achievement in and of itself is one that alumni, students, faculty, staff, and supporters from every arena can be particularly proud. Rust is the oldest one of 11 Historically Black Colleges and Universities established after the Civil War by the Methodist Church still in existence today serving more than 1,000 students annually from Mississippi, 29 states, and several foreign countries. Rust mission continues to be in tune with the church’s overall philosophy - doing no harm, doing good and staying in love with Jesus Christ – as we serve the young people who look to Rust as their bridge to a better tomorrow through education. Religious Life Mission as a United Methodist Institution: To enhance the spiritual mindset of the campus by providing a healthy and fulfilling environment in which the members of the Rust College community may embark upon their personal spiritual journey. Our Mission as a United Methodist Institution through our Chaplaincy Program: To serve as the ambassador of Jesus Christ by serving as the Spiritual Leader for the campus; functioning as a resource for equipping the Rust College community for effective spiritual living and produc- tive community relationship; providing ministry connection beyond the campus community through outreach activities; and improve chaplaincy program working with United Methodist and non-United Methodist students. Reach New People: Connecting students of other denominations and the community to the Untied Methodist Church mission. Mission Challenges: n Giving attention to local and larger community ministries of compassion, justice, and advocacy. n Giving attention to Christian unity and inter-religious concerns. n Resource ministry giving attention to the on-going preparation and development of lay and clergy leaders for the ministry of the United Methodist Church. Highlights for 2009-2010 year include: n Rust College continues to demonstrate a local commitment in addressing the housing improvement needs in Holly Springs, Mississippi. The Rust College Community Development Corporation is building new homes in the community using funds from the Home Investment Partnership Program in the amount of $598,577. The grant is being used to improve the quality of life in the community adjoin- ing the Rust campus working with low to moderate income citizens. n Rust is working to complete five new homes during the 2009-2010 year, using HUD grant for the Martin Street Development project. Two homes are near completion, with three more on deck for building. n Rust College received a grant for $140,000 for its “Doula” training program. The certification classes provide mentoring training for local people and students who have an interest in health-related fields. n Rust received a grant of $177,772 for the Families First Health Literacy Program. This initiative offers health fairs, conferences and health screenings to local community residents, while coordinating activities of local health professionals and Rust College students who are interested in a career in the health service. n Rust received $70,000, provided by the Fullbright grant. Four participants from Rust College will travel to Mexico in June 2010 to study ancient, colonial, and modern Mexico. n Rust College received a grant for $580,000 from the Hearin Foundation to support needy students seeking financial aid. n The College ended the 2008-09 Fiscal Year with a balanced budget, making it the 41st consecutive year for balanced operations. As you, our friends of the United Methodist Church continue to uphold your promise of educational The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 185 opportunity established many years ago, we the members of the Rust College family will uphold the promise made by our founder, Rev. A. C. McDonald, in 1866 “to do not hothouse work” but will work to build men and women morally, spiritually and academically sound. We are thankful to you for your prayers and financial support. Without it we would not have been able to sustain quality academic programs or offer scholarship assistance to needy students. Again, thank you for your commitment to “our” legacy established 143 years ago. Your continued support is essential as we endeavor to build a stronger legacy for this generation and those in years to come who will look to Rust and our great Church for higher educational opportunities. The College expresses thanks for the dedication and leadership of the following Trustees from the Mississippi Annual Conference: Bishop Hope Morgan-Ward, Mr. John Arnold, Dr. Joe May, Mr. Jimmy Brown, Dr. William Nelson, Rev. Dr. Jerry Mitchell, Mr. Theodore S. Moll, Rev. Dr. Fredrick H. Brown, Dr. Jimmy Carr, Dr. Earnest L. Henry, Rev. Milton Whatley, Dr. Joe Bailey, Rev. Edward C. Moses, Dr. Henry C. Clay, Dr. Mary N. Mosley, Dr. I. L. Rucker, Dr. Cora Norman, and Mr. John McCarty. David L. Beckley, President Boston University School of Theology We greet you in friendship, thanking God for your leadership of the church’s ministry. Many of you have given prayerful support to the Boston University School of Theology (STH) during the past year, and we thank you. You encourage us as partners in mission and in the pioneering work that has marked our particular mission in the past year. Thanks in large part to many of you, we have traveled the country, heard your hopes for the future, and launched many new initiatives. What has happened during this year? n Student enrollment increased in 2009-2010 over the previous year. Our dynamic student body has led STH efforts to respond to the people of Haiti, to enhance the School’s sustainability work, and to create new forms of theological dialogue among people with diverse perspectives on God and God’s creation. n The Seminary Singers have revived the annual choir tour tradition, singing their way from Northern Virginia to Connecticut. n Travel seminars have studied in Cuba and Ephesus (modern Turkey). n The STH faculty published eight books in the past year, and they were honored with two book prizes, two teaching awards, one promotion to a Boston University endowed chair, and one leadership award. n Professor Anjulet Tucker joined our faculty in 2009, bringing her expertise in Sociology of Religion and her specialized study on Black Pentecostal churches. n Professor Dana Robert is delivering major addresses around the world in 2010 to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Edinburgh World Missionary Conference. The School will also celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Truman Collins Chair in World Christianity and Mission, sponsoring special events in Fall 2010 and soaring efforts to raise funds for the Chair, thanks to an anonymous challenge grant of $420,000. n Co-directors of Contextual Education, Sam Johnson and Elizabeth Parsons, are expanding STH partnerships with local churches, service agencies, and faith-based communities, helping us extend the breadth and depth of our work in contextualizing theological education. n The ATLAS for Alums Program now provides free online ATLAS Access to all STH alums, enabling them to utilize over 140 journals in their ministries! Please email Maggie Keelan, Development Officer, for the user name and password to ATLAS: [email protected]. We are grateful to the Lilly Foundation for supporting this outreach. n We are on the road, striving to increase our presence in United Methodist Conferences around the country. Please hold us accountable to this and let us know if you would like a representative from the School to visit in the future! What is coming? n The new Master of Divinity curriculum will be launched in September 2010. The focus is “Faith Engaging the World,” and the goals are to prepare spiritually-centered, prophetic, intelligent, practical religious leaders who can contribute to renewing and transforming the church and the world. 186 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

n Three faculty searches are underway: the Martin Luther King, Jr., Chair in Ethics or Homiletics, and positions in Religious Education and the History of Christianity. n The STH People’s History Project is expanding. This is an ambitious endeavor to record oral histories of alums from all eras, particularly the 1950s and 1960s. Contact the Alumni Office if you are interested in sharing your story with us: (617) 353-2349. n The School has created a bold strategic plan to guide the coming years. The plan is to strengthen support for students, renovate degree programs that educate future leaders, enhance faculty excellence in teaching and research, and support research and continuing education to strengthen the church. n The School begins a specialized, one-year Master of Sacred Theology program for military chaplains in Fall 2010, responding to their increasing needs to address issues of ethics, trauma, and conflict transformation. n We are renovating our physical space: the famous ping pong table is back! Classrooms are becoming “smart” with technology, art displays are multiplying, and the first floor has been remodeled for hospitality and comfort. On the near horizon are plans to renovate the basement into a community center, replace light fixtures and windows for energy-efficiency, and improve the handicap accessibility of our building. n We are developing partnerships with Africa University and two Korean Universities through student exchange and faculty exchange programs. n Plans are underway for more work in continuing education, including onsite events and distance education opportunities. Our new work will include efforts to make our new certificate programs more widely available. We presently offer the academic certificate requirements for United Methodist Certification in Evangelism, Spirituality, and Sacred Music. We celebrate our graduates and friends in your conference and our colleagues in ministry throughout the United Methodist connection. We hope to hear from you in the coming year and to build significant partnerships. Our relationship with you is vital for our learning and for our service in this world of many needs. We pray for you and invite you to pray for us as well! Mary Elizabeth Moore; Dean, Boston University School of Theology The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 187

Section VI

Resolutions A. Regular Resolutions printed herein were adopted at 2010 Annual Conference Campaigning for General Conference Elections WHEREAS, the election of delegates to General and Jurisdictional Conferences is of critical importance to the direction of the United Methodist Church; and WHEREAS, our current practice of restricting campaigning provides limited opportunity to know candidates and how they stand on various issues; and WHEREAS, some candidates, by virtue of other positions, have a higher naturally-occurring profile in the Annual Conference, providing them an advantage under the current restrictions; THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the previously-imposed restrictions on campaigning for election as General and Jurisdictional Conference delegates are removed, and that campaigning conducted in a manner consistent with our Christian values and lifestyle will be permitted. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a list of Annual Conference Members is to be published 6 months prior to the session. Submitted by Garry Ruff, Cedar Lake UMC, Biloxi Housing/Rental Allowance For Retired and Disabled Ministers WHEREAS, the religious denomination known as The United Methodist Church has and functions through ministers of the Gospel who are ordained or licensed; and WHEREAS, the practice of The United Methodist Church is to provide a parsonage or a rental allowance as part of the gross compensation for each of its active ordained or licensed ministers; and WHEREAS, pensions paid to retired and disabled ordained or licensed ministers of The United Methodist Church are considered as deferred compensation and are paid to said retired and disabled ordained or licensed ministers in consideration of previous active service; and WHEREAS, the Internal Revenue Service has recognized that the Mississippi Annual Conference is the appropriate organization to designate a housing/rental allowance for retired and disabled ordained or licensed ministers who are members of this conference; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED: 1. An amount not to exceed 100 percent of the pension payments received during the year of 2011 be and is hereby designated as a rental/housing allowance for each retired and disabled ordained or licensed minister of The United Methodist Church who is or was a member of the Mississippi Conference at the time of his or her retirement; 2. This rental/housing allowance shall apply to each retired and disabled ordained or licensed minister who has been granted the retired relation or placed on disability leave by the Mississippi Conference and whose name and relationship to the conference is recorded in the Journal of the Mississippi Conference and in other appropriate records maintained by the conference; 3. The pension payment to which this rental/housing allowance applies shall be the pension payment resulting from all service of such retired and disabled ordained or licensed minister from all employment by any local church, annual conference, or institution of The United Methodist Church, or of any former denomination that is now a part of The United Methodist Church, or from any other employer who employed the minister to perform services related to the ministry and who elected to make contributions to the pension funds of The United Methodist Church for such retired minister’s pension. Dr. G. E. Jones, Chairperson, Board of Pension David Stotts, CPA, Conference Benefit Officer The Reverend Byrd Hillman, Liaison Officer 188 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

Need for Sacred Conversations WHEREAS, the teachings and actions of Jesus repeatedly demonstrated radical inclusion of those rejected by mainstream society and religious authorities (Matt. 8:5-13, Matt. 15:21-28, Matt. 21:28-32, Mark 9:38-41, Mark 10:13-16, John 4:1-42); WHEREAS, Christian scripture bears witness to the conflicts and growth in the early church regarding the inclusion of those previously rejected (Acts 8:26-48, Acts 10:9-35, Acts 11:19-26, Galatians 3:28); WHEREAS, we as United Methodists have experienced division in our churches and conferences regarding the inclusion of LGBT (lesbians, gays, bisexuals, transsexuals); WHEREAS, Resolution #2041 in the 2008 Book of Resolutions (adopted 2000, amended and readopted 2008) states: “Therefore, be it resolved, that The United Methodist Church dedicate itself to a ministry of Christ- like hospitality and compassion to persons of all sexual orientations, and to a vision of unity through openness to the spiritual gifts of all those who have been baptized into the Body of Jesus Christ. Such ministry and openness may include: welcoming sexual minorities, their friends, and families into our churches and demonstrating our faith in a loving God; a willingness to listen and open our hearts to their stories and struggles in our churches, districts, annual conferences, and General Conference; encouraging study and dialogue around issues of sexuality; and praying for all those who are in pain and discord over our Christian response to this controversial issue.” WHEREAS, we have an unknown number of LGBT (lesbians, gays, bisexuals, transsexuals) and their friends and families attending our churches; and WHEREAS, we as United Methodists are called to “engage each other in love and grace as we deal with issues upon which we disagree” and by doing so “we show our world how to disagree in remarkable and loving ways” (Resolution #2061, 2008 Book of Resolutions); BE IT THEREFORE RESOLVED that we as United Methodists of the Mississippi Conference will seek to demonstrate God’s love and grace to all; to recognize God’s movement among even those persons we’ve deemed unlikely to be bearers of spiritual gifts; and to provide safe places for sacred conversations, study, and prayer regarding controversial issues. All holy conversation in these matters should be guided and informed by the scripture, which is our primary authority for all matters of faith and practice. Signed by; Betty Ainsworth, Betty Allen, Hunter Berch, Marliana Berch, Janis Black, Warren C. Black, Connie Campbell, Kathy Clem, Jillian Compton, Kelly Cook, Brad Corbin, Scott Crawford, Steve Deaton, Suzanne Deaton, Jeannie Deen, The Rev. Claire Dobbs, Janet Fiveash, The Rev. Don Fortenberry, Mary Paige Francis, Edward Gibson, Susan Broom Gibson, Carl Guy, Judy Guy, Dave Hayden, The Rev. Heather Hensarling, The Rev. Rob Hill, Fawn Hyland Keen, Hyland Keen, The Rev. Rusty Keen, Deren Kellogg, Melissa Kelly, Harriet DeCell Kuykendall, Julia Lewis, The Rev. T.W. Lewis, Frances Lucas, Laura Lillard, Jerre Martin, The Rev. Jim Matheny, The Rev. Kristen Williams Matheny, Judy Mayer, Mark McClain, Anne Loflin McDonald, C.C. McDonald, Eve McDonald, Wendy McDonald, Ann Messner, Helen Mestayer, Marilyn Mestayer, Dean Miller, Johnny Miller, Judy Miller, Rick Moore, David Northington, MacKenzie Northington,Yuki Northington, The Rev. LaRue Owen, Ann Peden, Chere Peel, Barbara Powell, Barry Powell, Peggy Prenshaw, The Rev. David S. Price, Joce Pritchett, The Rev. Richard Robbins, Renee Sappington, Katie Sorey, Jeana Taylor, Pat Taylor, Susan Taylor, Laura Tedder, The Rev. Todd Watson, Carla Webb, Lamar Weems, The Rev. Sue Yeager Whitt, Angie Williams, Becky Posey Williams, Joe Williams, Roger Williams, The Rev. Rebecca Youngblood. The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 189

Prayer WHEREAS, JESUS is The Supreme Model of praying to GOD THE FATHER (Matthew 6:9-13; Luke 5:12-16; John 17:1-26); WHEREAS, JESUS paid the price of time of praying to GOD THE FATHER, morning and evening (Mark 1:35; Luke 6:12); WHEREAS, the praying of JESUS TO GOD THE FATHER shows victories in The Kingdom of God (Matthew 14:19-21; Mark 5:1-20; John 11:38-45); WHEREAS, JESUS shows us to be persistent in praying to GOD THE FATHER (Matthew 7:7-11; Luke 18:1-8); WHEREAS, THE HOLY SPIRIT and JESUS pray to GOD THE FATHER in our behalf (Romans 8:26; 8:34); WHEREAS, faithful praying by the disciples of JESUS, His mother, His brothers, and some devoted women helped to spark a flaming Pentecost and powerful Church (Acts 1:12-14; 2:1-47); WHEREAS, praying to GOD THE FATHER as JESUS prayed is a way of showing dependence upon the HOLY SPIRIT (Luke 4:1-5); WHEREAS, Bishop Hope Morgan Ward would continue to welcome our prayers for her many needs and for her family; WHEREAS, all our clergy with their families, all our laity with their families, and all our children and youth are standing in need of praying; THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED: 1. That we continue our 12:00 o’clock noon daily prayer time for The United Methodist Church in Mississippi and beyond; whether our prayers are several seconds, minutes or longer in THE NAME OF JESUS: and that we depend upon THE HOLY SPIRIT to direct us in our praying for THE BODY OF CHRIST; 2. That we earnestly ask our HEAVENLY FATHER’S help for the continued recovery and restoration of all areas of our state affected by natural and man made disasters; 3. That we ask our Pastors to inform The Church briefly from time to time about the 12:00 o’clock hour, urging their praying; 4. That any time during the last two weeks prior to Annual Conference each pastoral charge have some type of prayer meeting GLORIFYING GOD THE FATHER, GOD THE SON, AND GOD THE HOLY SPIRIT: asking His help as we face Annual Conference with faith, hope, and love; and to give power to live the life of CHRIST in the world. Johnny A. Dinas Seeking Closure Regarding the Lesbian Testimony at the 2009 Annual Conference WHEREAS, during the 2009 session of the Mississippi Annual Conference there was a presentation by a lesbian couple during a worship service, This couple spoke glowingly of their homosexual relationship and their homosexual covenant service. They declared that their local United Methodist Sunday school class “truly treats us as a married couple.” They clearly presented their homosexual practice as compatible with Christian teaching and the United Methodist Church. AND WHEREAS, this witness was not compatible with either the teaching of scripture (Rom. 1:26- 27,1 Cor. 6:9) or the United Methodist Church (United Methodist Book of Discipline 161G, 304.3), AND WHEREAS, as a result of this testimony, great harm has been done to the Mississippi Annual Conference of the United Methodist Church, The results of permitting this testimony were division, embarrassment, anger, and frustration. Some churches lost members and some churches withheld apportionments in protest. AND WHEREAS, this incident continues to cause harm because there has been no closure, there has been no apology for the incident. There has been no acknowledgement that it was a serious mistake to have allowed such a testimony which contradicts the clear teaching of scripture and the United Methodist Church. There has been no assurance to the churches of the Mississippi Conference that this will not happen again. All this has resulted in mistrust of our leadership by many of our laity. 190 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

AND WHEREAS, we recognize the tension between loving and welcoming sinners while rejecting sin and affirming Biblical standards, Maintaining this balance with regard to the sin of homosexual practice has been especially difficult. On the one hand, we affirm that scripture condemns homosexual practice, and our United Methodist Discipline rejects homosexual practice as incompatible with a Christian lifestyle. At the same time we affirm the teaching of the United Methodist Book of Discipline that “homosexual persons no less than heterosexual persons are individuals of sacred worth.” (161 G) We know that the sin of homosexual practice is no worse in the eyes of God than any other sin. We are all sinners who must repent and receive the saving grace offered in Jesus Christ. LGBT (lesbians, gays, bisexuals, transsexuals) and heterosexuals alike are loved by God, need the transforming grace of God, and need the ministry of the church. Christ welcomed sinners and so must the church. This welcome must include those struggling with the sin of homosexual practice, and yet this welcome must not compromise the biblical requirements of repentance and holiness. THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Mississippi Annual Conference acknowledges the great harm done by permitting the lesbian presentation at the 2009 session of Annual Conference. FURTHERMORE, the Mississippi Annual Conference instructs those who plan conference worship services not to include such presentations that are in conflict with scripture and the United Methodist Discipline. FURTHERMORE, be it resolved that we urge all United Methodist Churches to welcome all sinners and offer them the saving and transforming grace of Jesus Christ. FURTHERMORE, be it resolved that the churches of the Mississippi Annual Conference unite and put this incident behind us. Let us move forward together to make disciples for Jesus Christ. The Administrative Board of First United Methodist Church of Louisville, MS Also submitted by the Council of First United Methodist Church, Pascagoula, MS Note: Two identical resolutions were submitted, they were treated as one.

B. Petitions Petitions printed herein were adopted at 2010 Annual Conference Petition to the Mississippi Annual Conference WHEREAS our founder, John Wesley stated that there are some essentials which we must affirm -some of those being – the Trinity, that Jesus Christ is Lord: Born of the virgin Mary; that He suffered, was crucified, died and arose from the dead; that only by the grace of God, faith in Christ, and the repentance of sin can we be justified and redeemed from sin before God, and WHEREAS, the Holy Scriptures give witness to these events and are the final authority both for faith and practice, and WHEREAS, the United Methodist Church has doctrinal standards that guide all of our theological and moral life – the Articles of Religion of the United Methodist Church, the Confessions of Faith of the Evangelical United Brethren and Wesley’s Sermons on Several Occasions and Explanatory Notes Upon the New Testament; and AND WHEREAS our doctrinal standards clearly establish regarding the foundational nature of scripture “that whatsoever is not read therein, nor may be proved thereby, is not to be required of any man that it should be believed as an article of faith, or be thought requisite or necessary to salvation”; and WHEREAS, we must not reduce unity to the lowest common denominator of what we can agree upon, nor are we to add to or take from the words of the Holy Scriptures, and WHEREAS, our failure to discuss these things openly shows a lack of faith in the Holy Spirit’s guidance and a misunderstanding about how deeply felt many of these issues are in the hearts and minds of Mississippi United Methodists; The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 191

THEREFORE, we the Mississippi Annual Conference, meeting June 11-13, 2010 in Jackson, Mississippi do affirm our great love for Almighty God, our Father as revealed through His only Son Jesus Christ, and the Holy Spirit who comes to live within and to empower us. We affirm that there is One and only One true God as revealed in the Holy Scriptures – the Old and the New Testaments. FURTHER, we call upon all United Methodists to be truly united in prayer and in Jesus Christ and His teachings as clearly expressed in the Bible. We call for in-depth study and meditation by individuals and churches on the Scriptures, and a study of the articles of religion and the classic orthodox understanding as passed down through the apostles, our founder and their writings. LASTLY, be it resolved that the Bible studies and Worship services at the 2011 Annual Conference and all future Conference sessions center around the Scriptures and their relationship to our doctrinal standards. Rev. Ginger Jones Holland, For the MSFUME Board of Directors (Mississippi Fellowship of United Methodist Evangelicals)

C. Property Crump Chapel United Methodist Church, Brookhaven District WHEREAS, the Crump Chapel United Methodist Church located in Lincoln County has faithfully served God and its members and its community for many years, and WHEREAS, the remaining members of the Crump Chapel United Methodist Church met in a duly called Church Conference April 11, 2010 and voted to discontinue functioning as a United Methodist church; and WHEREAS, this resolution has the consent of the Bishop and Cabinet of the Mississippi Conference of the United Methodist Church; THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Mississippi Annual Conference, in session June 11-13, 2010 declares the Crump Chapel United Methodist Church to be discontinued; BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the church property and building be sold and deeded to the Crump Chapel Church; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that any cost involved in the transfer or deeding of the property and further upkeep on said property be paid by the Crump Chapel Church and that the mineral rights be reserved for the Mississippi Conference of the United Methodist Church.

Macedonia United Methodist Church, Brookhaven District WHEREAS, the Macedonia United Methodist Church located in Lincoln County has faithfully served God and its members and its community for many years; and WHEREAS, the remaining members of the Macedonia United Methodist Church met in a called Church Conference in 2008 and voted to discontinue functioning as a United Methodist church; and WHEREAS, this resolution has the consent of the Bishop and Cabinet of the Mississippi Conference of the United Methodist Church; THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Mississippi Annual Conference, in session June 11-13, 2010 declares the Macedonia United Methodist Church to be discontinued; BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the church property and building be sold and deeded to the Macedonia Community Church; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that any cost involved in the transfer or deeding of the property and further upkeep on said property be paid by the Macedonia Community Church and that the mineral rights be reserved for the Mississippi Conference of the United Methodist Church. 192 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

Merger of Canton St. John and Canton, First United Methodist Churches, East Jackson District WHEREAS, St. John United Methodist Church of Canton, Mississippi has served its community with grace and faithfulness for many years; and WHEREAS, the membership of St. John United Methodist Church has declined and foresees a time when they will not be able to support ministry as an independent church in this location; and WHEREAS, the membership of Canton First United Methodist Church would welcome the gifts and graces of the members of St. John, offering a place of love and care and honor in the Canton First United Methodist Church family; and WHEREAS, the pastor and leaders of Canton First United Methodist Church wish to explore the possibilities of using the physical facilities of St. John United Methodist Church in continued ministry to the Canton community; WHEREAS, this resolution has the consent of the Presiding Bishop, a majority of the District Superintendents; THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Charge Conferences of Canton St. John United Methodist Church and Canton First United Methodist Church, meeting on April 11, 2010, request that the Mississippi Annual Conference, meeting June 11-13, 2010, approve the merger of St. John United Methodist Church and Canton First United Methodist Church, retaining the name Canton First United Methodist Church, effective July 1, 2010. All assets and membership of St. John United Methodist Church will be transferred to Canton First United Methodist Church. The existing Trustees and Financial officers of St. John United Methodist Church will remain in office until all asset transfers are completed.

Caile United Methodist Church, Greenwood District WHEREAS, the Caile United Methodist Church has faithfully served its members and our Lord since its inception in 1892 under the leadership of Reverend Redd and WHEREAS, in 1896 the Methodist Protestants constructed the first building on land donated by Mrs. M.C. Hinton, and WHEREAS, in 1945 the present building was constructed with Rev. W.W. Bruner as pastor and became a United Methodist Church in 1968 and WHEREAS, the remaining members of the Caile United Methodist Church, of the Inverness, Caile, and Isola Charge, of the Greenwood District, have requested through a Board Meeting of the church on July 13, 2009, in which all active members on the current church roll were present, that the Mississippi Annual Conference declare the Caile United Methodist Church discontinued and the property be donated to the Caile Cemetery Association, Inc. and WHEREAS, that the remaining members be transferred to the Inverness United Methodist Church and the Isola United Methodist Church according to their wishes; and WHEREAS, the District Superintendent of the Greenwood District has determined that Caile United Methodist Church cannot continue to pay its bills, and no longer serve the purpose for which it was organized as described by the Book of the Discipline of the United Methodist Church; and WHEREAS, this resolution has the consent of the Presiding Bishop, a majority of the District Superintendents, and WHEREAS, the Caile Cemetery Association, Inc. is interested in preserving the church building and grounds for Homecomings, wedding and funerals as needed, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED 1. That the Mississippi Annual Conference declare the Caile United Methodist Church closed and the property donated to the Caile Cemetery Association, Inc., with the effective date of December 27, 2009 and 2. That the remaining members of the Caile United Methodist Church be transferred to the Inverness United Methodist Church or the Isola Methodist as they so choose, 3. That the Church Trustees be directed to transfer title of this property to the Caile Cemetery Association, Inc. with the cost of the transfer to be paid by the church treasury, and 4. That the remaining funds in the Caile United Methodist Church treasury be transferred to the The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 193

Caile Cemetery Association, Inc. after all of the bills for the month of December 2009 are paid in full. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the mineral rights shall be reserved for the Mississippi Annual Conference of the United Methodist Church. Glade United Methodist Church, Hattiesburg District WHEREAS, the Glade United Methodist Church of the Hattiesburg District has faithfully served God and its community for many years; and WHEREAS, the membership and attendance of Glade United Methodist Church has been steadily declining over the past several years; and WHEREAS, the remaining members are older and unable to provide the ministry they once did; and WHEREAS, the membership of Glade United Methodist Church met Sunday, December 13, 2009 to declare they would cease to be a congregation effective December 31, 2009; and WHEREAS, The 2008 Book of Discipline of the United Methodist Church (Par. 2548.c.) directs the abandonment of Glade United Methodist Church; and WHEREAS, this resolution has the consent of the Presiding Bishop, a majority of the District Superintendents, and the District Board of Church Location and Building; THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that Glade United Methodist Church shall cease divine worship December 31, 2009; and THEREFORE, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the membership of Glade United Methodist Church be transferred to the church of their choice and that all remaining historical documents be entrusted to the Mississippi Conference Commission on Archives and History; and THEREFORE, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the property and assets of Glade United Methodist Church be given to the Mississippi Annual Conference Trustees to facilitate a just resolution, and dispose of the property as they deem appropriate. Merger of Parkway Heights UMC & West Lake UMC, Hattiesburg District WHEREAS West Lake United Methodist Church offered faithful ministry for many years, and WHEREAS West Lake United Methodist Church is no longer able to sustain ministry as an independent congregation, WHEREAS, this resolution has the consent of the Presiding Bishop, a majority of the District Superintendents, and THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Charge Conference of Parkway Heights United Methodist Church, Hattiesburg, Mississippi merge with West Lake United Methodist church effective June 1, 2010 according to ¶ 2545 of The Book of Discipline. The plan of merger will include the following terms: The name of the merged congregation will be Parkway Heights United Methodist Church. Parkway Heights UMC will assume all responsibility, maintenance, and liability for the property located at 2180 Oak Grove Rd, Hattiesburg. In accordance with The Book of Discipline (¶ 2545.5), Parkway Heights will maintain all necessary archival material and records of West Lake United Methodist Church. All current members of West Lake United Methodist Church will be assumed by the Parkway Heights UMC membership unless they indicate their desire to move membership to another church prior to June 1, 2010. Any future decisions about the church property, formerly known as West Lake United Methodist Church, will be the responsibility of the successor church, Parkway Heights UMC, and the Hattiesburg District. This Agreement is entered into by vote of the Charge Conferences of Parkway Heights United Methodist Church and West Lake United Methodist Church and is approved by the Superintendent of the Hattiesburg District. 194 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

Adams Chapel United Methodist Church, Meridian District WHEREAS, the Adams Chapel United Methodist Church located in the Meridian District has faithfully served God and its members and its community for many years; and WHEREAS, the remaining members of the Adams Chapel United Methodist Church met in a duly called Church Conference March 9, 2010 and oted to discontinue functioning as a United Methodist church; and WHEREAS, this resolution has the consent of the Bishop and Cabinet of the Mississippi Conference of the United Methodist Church; THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Mississippi Annual Conference, in session June 11-13, 2010 declares the Adams Chapel United Methodist Church to be discontinued; BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the church property and building be sold to the Adams Chapel Church Cemetery; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the proceeds from sale of this property be used by the Meridian District Trustees for the upkeep and repair of the District Parsonage, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that any cost involved in the transfer or deeding of the property and further upkeep on said property be paid by the Adams Chapel Church Cemetery and that the mineral rights be reserved for the Mississippi Conference of the United Methodist Church.

Longino United Methodist Church, Meridian District WHEREAS, the Longino United Methodist Church located in the Meridian District has faithfully served God and its members and its community for many years; and WHEREAS, the remaining members of the Longino United Methodist Church met on April 29, 2010, in a duly called Charge Conference and voted to discontinue the congregation effective April 18, 2010, and the remaining members be transferred to a congregation of their choice, and WHEREAS, this resolution has the consent of the Bishop and Cabinet of the Mississippi Conference of the United Methodist Church; THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Mississippi Annual Conference, in session June 11-13, 2010 declares the Longino United Methodist Church to be discontinued; BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the church property and building be transferred to the Mississippi Annual Conference of the United Methodist Church; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the proceeds from the sale of the building and property be used by the Meridian District Trustees for the maintenance and upkeep of the District Parsonage, and that the mineral rights be reserved for the Mississippi Conference of the United Methodist Church.

Mallalieu Chapel United Methodist Church, Meridian District WHEREAS, the Mallalieu Chapel United Methodist Church located in the Meridian District has faithfully served God and its members and its community for many years; and WHEREAS, the membership and attendance at Mallalieu United Methodist Church has been steadily declining over the past several years; and WHEREAS, the remaining members are older and the church is unable to provide services as it once did; and WHEREAS, the remaining members of the Mallalieu United Methodist Church, located in the Meridian District of the Mississippi Annual Conference, met in a special Charge Conference on October 1, 2008, to discontinue the congregation effective November 2, 2008, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Mississippi Annual Conference, in session June 11-13, 2010 declare the Mallalieu Chapel United Methodist Church to be discontinued; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the church property and building be transferred to the Mississippi Annual Conference of the United Methodist Church; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the proceeds from sale of this property be used by the Meridian District Trustees for the maintenance and upkeep of the District Parsonage; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the mineral rights be reserved for the Mississippi Conference of the United Methodist Church. The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 195

See’s Chapel, Senatobia District WHEREAS, after many years of faithful service to God and the community, the See’s Chapel UMC discontinued having services May 30, 2010 due to a decline in membership and finances; and WHEREAS, a called Church Conference was held February 28, 2010, and effective on that date See’s Chapel UMC was declared officially closed with he membership being transferred to other churches; and WHEREAS, this resolution has the consent of the Bishop and a majority of the Cabinet of the Mississippi Annual Conference of the UMC; THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Mississippi Annual Conference declares See’s Chapel UMC to be discontinued; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the remaining members of See’s Chapel UMC be transferred to other churches; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the ownership and title of the See’s Chapel UMC building and land be transferred to Mr. William Bishop with ½ mineral rights being reserved for the Mississippi Annual Conference; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that all remaining funds in the church account including the proceeds of the sale be transferred to the Longtown Charge Parsonage Fund for the debt retirement and upkeep of the parsonage.

Pisgah United Methodist Church, Senatobia District WHEREAS, after long and faithful service to God and its community, the Pisgah UMC in the Senatobia District discontinued having services August 2009, due to a decline in membership and resources; and WHEREAS, the Senatobia District Committee on Church Location and Building has determined that said church building and land have no value in the future missional need of the Mississippi Conference of the United Methodist Church, and WHEREAS, this resolution has the consent of the Bishop and a majority of the District Superintendents of the Mississippi Conference of the United Methodist Church; THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Mississippi Conference of the United Methodist Church declare Pisgah UMC discontinued as of August 30, 2009, and the membership of any remaining members be transferred to a neighboring United Methodist Church; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Trustees of the Senatobia District of the United Methodist Church are hereby authorized to transfer the title and land to the Pisgah Cemetery Association of Panola County, Mississippi, with the cost of preparing the deed and transfer being that of the said ssociation; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that one half of the mineral rights shall be reserved for the Mississippi Conference of the United Methodist Church.

Mount Hebron United Methodist Church, Starkville District WHEREAS, Mount Hebron UMC has faithfully served God and the community since 1887, and WHEREAS, Mount Hebron’s active membership and financial capability have diminished to the degree that maintaining a regular worship schedule and the physical facilities are no longer possible, and WHEREAS, the congregation is in unanimous accord to disband at the end of Annual Conference 2010, and WHEREAS, Mount Hebron operates two cemeteries, one at the 1887 site and one at the 1930 site, and WHEREAS, Mount Hebron congregation has applied for a charter as a State Non-Profit Corporation and an Employer Identification Number, in the name of the Mount Hebron Cemetery Fund, both to become effective 1 June 2010, and WHEREAS, an organizational meeting of those participating in the Cemetery Fund will be held on 23 May 2010 to elect officers and adopt a Constitution and By-Laws to meet chartering requirements, 196 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

and WHEREAS, by 14 June 2010 this resolution has been approved by the Bishop and the majority of the cabinet of the Mississippi Annual Conference of the United Methodist Church; THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Mississippi Annual Conference declare the Mt. Hebron United Methodist Church be discontinued and re-designated Mt. Hebron Memorial Chapel effective 14 June 2010; BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the remaining members be transferred to churches of their choice; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that ownership of the building, furnishings and land be transferred to the trustees of the Mt. Hebron Cemetery Fund; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that mineral rights unclaimed by previous owners be retained by the Mississippi Annual Conference; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the costs of transferring the deeds be paid by the Mount Hebron Cemetery Fund; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that funds remaining in the church account be transferred to the Mt. Hebron Cemetery Fund for maintenance of the property.

Antioch UMC, Hatley, MS , Tupelo District WHEREAS, Antioch United Methodist Church in Hatley, Mississippi was founded in 1868, and WHEREAS, Antioch United Methodist Church has faithfully served God in the Hatley Community, and WHEREAS, membership has declined to six members in worship, and WHEREAS, this resolution has the consent of the Presiding Bishop, a majority of the District Superintendents, and WHEREAS, the Charge Conference of Antioch United Methodist Church voted on March 28, 2010, to discontinue services and to declare the church officially closed, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the members of Antioch United Methodist Church transfer their membership to the church of their choice, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED the property be transferred to the Mississippi Annual Conference Board of Trustees for disposal, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that one-half of the mineral rights shall be reserved for the Mississippi Annual Conference.

Harris Memorial United Methodist Church, West Jackson District WHEREAS, the Harris Memorial UMC, located in Hinds County has had a long and proud history; and WHEREAS, the Charge Conference of Harris Memorial UMC voted on May 18, 2010 to discontinue the church; and WHEREAS, the District Superintendent recommended the discontinuance of Harris Memorial UMC; and WHEREAS, the Superintendent has recommended that the property be transferred to the Anderson UMC; and WHEREAS, the consent to discontinue has been granted by the presiding Bishop, a majority of the District Superintendents, and the District Board of Church Location and Building, and all proper Disciplinary requirements have been complied with; THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Harris Memorial UMC be discontinued effective June 30, 2010, and the property shall be transferred to Anderson UMC. The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 197

Rocky Springs United Methodist Church, West Jackson District WHEREAS, the Rocky Springs UMC, located in Claiborne County has had a long and proud history; and WHEREAS, the Charge Conference of Rocky Springs voted on May 21, 2010 to discontinue the church; and WHEREAS, the District Superintendent has recommended discontinuance of Rocky Springs UMC; and WHEREAS, the Superintendent has recommended that the property be transferred to Friends of Rocky Springs Church, INC., for the Rocky Springs Cemetery; and WHEREAS, the consent to discontinue has been granted by the presiding Bishop, a majority of District Superintendents, and the District Board of Church Location and Building, and all proper Disciplinary requirements have been complied with; THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Rocky Springs UMC be discontinued effective June 30, 2010, and the property shall be transferred to Friends of Rocky Springs Church, INC. for a cemetery with Mineral Rights being reserved for the Mississippi Annual Conference. D. General Conference Amendment Update This Section Reports the Overall Results of Last Year’s Proposed Constitutional Amendments

Council Of Bishops Announces Constitutional Amendments Voting Results Columbus, Ohio: The United Methodist Council of Bishops announced on May 4, 2010 that only five of 32 Amendments to the church’s constitution passed by the 2008 General Conference have been ratified by the annual conferences. The ratified Amendments will become effective immediately. The process for amending the Constitution of The United Methodist Church requires a two-thirds majority vote of General Conference delegates. Annual conferences must then ratify the Amendments by a two-thirds affirmative vote. The results of the voting are reported to the Council on Bishops, where they are verified and counted. The results are then reviewed and certified by the Council of Bishops. The vote counts for each of the Amendments were as follows:

1. Passed AMENDMENT VIII adds “gender” to the list of categories ensuring the rights of membership regardless of race or status: Passed – 41,434 yes; 7,712 no AMENDMENT IX. Which ensures every jurisdictional conference have at least 100 delegates: Passed – 39,333 yes; 9,122 no AMENDMENT XVII which allows laity on the committee on investigation to vote on matters of ordination, character and conference relations of clergy: Passed – 33,810 yes; 14,712 no AMENDMENT XIX which allows all clergy members of annual conference to vote to elect clergy delegates to general, jurisdictional or central conferences: Passed – 38,604 yes; 10,432 no AMENDMENT XXII which recognizes Bermuda congregations as part of the Baltimore-Washington Annual Conference: Passed – 43,049 yes; 5,539 no 198 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

2. Failed AMENDMENT I which clarifies all people are eligible to attend worship services and receive the sacraments: Failed – 23,614 yes; 25,764 no AMENDMENT II which requires all United Methodist organizations to adopt ethics and conflict of interest policies for members and employees: 32,413 yes; 16,596 no AMENDMENT III which allows the General Conference to create similar structures for the worldwide church: Failed – 21,126 yes; 28,218 no AMENDMENT IV allows the General Conference to create similar structures for the worldwide church: Failed – 19,219 yes; 30,178 no AMENDMENT V allows the General Conference to create similar structures for the worldwide church: Failed – 20,768 yes; 28,486 no AMENDMENT VI allows newly established conferences be represented on a non-proportional basis for two quadrennia: Failed – 25,969 yes; 22,990 no AMENDMENT VII allows the General Conference to create similar structures for the worldwide church: Failed – 20,840 yes; 28,588 no AMENDMENT X allows the General Conference to create similar structures for the worldwide church: Failed – 19,386 yes; 29,920 no AMENDMENT XI which allows the General Conference to create similar structures for the worldwide church: Failed – 20,711 yes; 28,539 no AMENDMENT XII which allows the General Conference to create similar structures for the worldwide church: Failed – 20,825 yes; 28,568 no AMENDMENT XIII allows the General Conference to create similar structures for the worldwide church: Failed – 19,566 yes; 29,819 no AMENDMENT XIV allows the General Conference to create similar structures for the worldwide church: Failed – 20,851 yes; 28,505 no AMENDMENT XV allows definition of the lay and clergy membership of the annual conference by the General Conference without going through the constitutional AMENDMENT process; Failed – 31,233 yes; 17,218 no AMENDMENT XVI allows the General Conference to create similar structures for the worldwide church: Failed – 20,823 yes; 28,586 no AMENDMENT XVIII allows the General Conference to create similar structures for the worldwide church: Failed – 20,856 yes; 28,546 no AMENDMENT XX allows the General Conference to create similar structures for the worldwide church: Failed – 20,639 yes; 28,653 no AMENDMENT XXI allows the General Conference to create similar structures for the worldwide church: Failed – 20,921 yes; 28,425 no AMENDMENT XXIII allows the General Conference to create similar structures for the worldwide church: Failed – 19,184 yes; 30,185 no AMENDMENT XXIV allows the General Conference to create similar structures for the worldwide church: Failed – 20,575 yes; 28,853 no AMENDMENT XXV allows the General Conference to create similar structures for the worldwide church: Failed – 20,581 yes; 28,688 no AMENDMENT XXVI allows the General Conference to create similar structures for the worldwide church: Failed – 19,277 yes; 30,061 no The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 199

AMENDMENT XXVII allows the General Conference to create similar structures for the worldwide church: Failed – 20,711 yes; 28,657 no AMENDMENT XXVIII allows the General Conference to create similar structures for the worldwide church: Failed – 20,588 yes; 28,656 no AMENDMENT XXIX which allows the General Conference to create similar structures for the worldwide church: Failed – 20,652 yes; 28,703 no AMENDMENT XXX which allows the General Conference to create similar structures for the worldwide church: Failed – 20,584 yes; 28,703 no AMENDMENT XXXI allows the General Conference to create similar structures for the worldwide church: Failed – 20,658 yes; 28,685 no AMENDMENT XXXII allows the General Conference to create similar structures for the worldwide church: Failed – 20,698 yes; 28,591 no

Anyone with a question about the Amendments may contact InfoServ, the denomination’s official information service, at [email protected]. Visit UMC.org to see the Amendments in full. Council of Bishops of The United Methodist Church Bishop Neil Irons, Executive Secretary 100 Maryland Ave. NE Washington, D.C. 20002 (202) 547-6270. The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 201

Section VII

Historical A. Historical Table

A listing of the sessions of various Annual Conferences within the state held prior to 1989 can be found in the 1989 edition of the Journal, pp. 385-392.

Sessions of the Mississippi Annual Conference since Merger of the former Mississippi and North Mississippi Conferences in 1988:

Date Place Bishop Secretary

1989 June 22-26...... Jackson...... Robert C. Morgan...... Curtis Moffat Carl Grubbs 1990 June 11-14...... Tupelo...... Robert C. Morgan...... Carl Grubbs Curtis Moffat 1991 June 17-21...... Biloxi...... Robert C. Morgan...... Curtis Moffat 1992 June 8-11...... Jackson...... Robert C. Morgan...... Curtis Moffat 1993 June 7-10...... Jackson...... Marshall L. Meadors...... Curtis Moffat 1994 June 7-10...... Jackson...... Marshall L. Meadors...... Curtis Moffat 1995 June 5-9...... Tupelo...... Marshall L. Meadors...... Curtis Moffat 1996 June 10-12...... Jackson...... Marshall L. Meadors...... Curtis Moffat 1997 June 2-4...... Jackson...... Marshall L. Meadors...... Curtis Moffat 1998 June 1-3...... Jackson...... Marshall L. Meadors...... Curtis Moffat 1999 June 14-17...... Hattiesburg...... Marshall L. Meadors...... Curtis Moffat 2000 June 5-7...... Tupelo...... Marshall L. Meadors...... Curtis Moffat 2001 June 5-7...... Tupelo...... Kenneth L. Carder...... Jerry Beam 2002 June 2-5...... Jackson...... Kenneth L. Carder (ill)...... Jerry Beam Clay F. Lee, Presided 2003 June 2-5...... Biloxi...... Kenneth L. Carder...... Jerry Beam 2004 June 1-4...... Biloxi...... Kenneth L. Carder...... Jerry Beam 2005 June 5-8...... Jackson...... Hope Morgan Ward...... Jerry Beam 2006 June 11-14...... Jackson...... Hope Morgan Ward...... Roger Puhr 2007 June 10-13...... Jackson...... Hope Morgan Ward...... Roger Puhr 2008 June 8-10...... Jackson...... Hope Morgan Ward...... Roger Puhr 2009 June 12-14...... Jackson...... Hope Morgan Ward...... Roger Puhr 2010 June 11-13...... Jackson...... Hope Morgan Ward...... Roger Puhr 202 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

B. Memoirs Clergy

Jewel Galloway Babb, Jr. 1924 - 2009 J.G. Babb was born on August 23, 1924 and died on Veteran’s Day, November 11, 2009 in Corinth, Mississippi. He was a native of Alcorn County, Mississippi, a graduate of Corinth High School, Lambuth College and Bethel Seminary. He was a veteran of World War II, where he served as a Staff Sargent in Patton’s Third Army. He entered the ministry in 1953, was ordained a Deacon in 1955 and Elder in 1957. During a long span of ministry he served Potts Camp, Becker, Merigold and Shipman’s Chapel, Hernando First, Charleston First, Ripley First, Columbus; Wesley, Amory; St. Andrews, Fulton First, Leland, Kossuth and Pleasant Hill. He formally retired in 1989. The war made an indelible mark on him and from it he gleaned numerous lessons, lessons which he passed on to his family and the various congregations he served. He warned about the distortion of religion for extremist and violent ends. He admonished all to judge people only by their character, not their race, class or religion. He advocated thinking critically about political, theological and ecclesiasti- cal issues and taught a reverence for the well-written word. Reaching out to the children and youth under his tutelage was a vital part of his ministry. That aspect of his life is now memorialized by a stained glass window in his home church of Box Chapel United Methodist Church, Corinth, Mississippi. He is survived by his dedicated and loyal wife of 62 years, Bernice White Babb. He is also survived by three children, Anne Roberts, Robert Babb and Richard Babb, six grandchildren and two great grandchildren. He is interred at the National Cemetery, Corinth, Mississippi. Submitted by Richard Babb

Roy Harmon Biggers 1944 - 2010 Roy Harmon Biggers was born to Harmon Dewitt Biggers and Urlyne Watts Biggers on June 1, 1944 in Meridian, Mississippi. He died on January 28, 2010 at his home in Louin, Mississippi. It was at Meridian High School that he met Emily Jane Worthen. They were married on August 8, 1965. They have one daughter, Melissa Biggers York, married to James Russell York. They have two sons, Chase and Owen. He also has one sister, Gloria Biggers Carden, married to Leo H. Carden, and one nephew, Tony Carden. He attended the Meridian Public Schools, Meridian Junior College, Mississippi State University, Delta State University, and Candler School of Theology. He served in the North Mississippi Conference and was ordained Deacon there on November 30, 1970, in Water Valley, Mississippi. He was ordained Elder in the Mississippi Conference on May 30, 1973, in Jackson, Mississippi. He was a faithful servant in the Methodist Ministry for 35 years. He served appointments in North Mississippi at the Lowndes County Parish, Longview-Adaton Charge, and Schlater United Methodist Church. In the Mississippi Conference, he served 34th Ave.-St. Andrew’s, Lauderdale, Christ United Methodist Church as their first full time Associate, Director of the George County Parish, Oakland Heights, Carthage, Poplarville, Bay Springs, Sardis, Mendenhall- Pucket, and Poplar Head-Saucier United Methodist Churches. His passion was missions. He loved the people and the countries of Haiti, Honduras, and Nicaragua. He went on mission trips to all these countries several times. They continued to tug at his heart after returning home. After Hurricane Katrina, he coordinated work teams to help bring healing to the people of the Saucier area. He gave himself and his time to help individuals, groups, churches, and other areas of need. Submitted by Emily J. Biggers The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 203

Roy Everett Bonner 1918 - 2010 Roy Everett Bonner was born in Toxey, AL on September 1, 1918. He was the oldest of twelve children born to Berry B. and Claudine Cannon Bonner. Her accepted Christ as his Lord and Savior as a young adult and lived his life so that others did see Christ in him. Those who knew him well described him as a “righteous” and wise man. Bro. Bonner died March 25, 2010 in Meridian, MS. Services were held at Pleasant Hill United Methodist Church with internment in Spring Hill United Methodist Church Cemetery. He was active in the United Methodist Church as a lay person. A veteran of World War II, he earned his living in the construction business, widely known and respected as a master carpenter. Later in life he felt God’s call to enter the pastoral ministry. He answered that call and faithfully served as a local pastor in the Meridian District of the Mississippi Annual Conference for approximately fifty years. Among his appointments were Spring Hill, Pleasant Hill, Suqulena, Lost Gap, and Hawkins Memorial. He received his ministerial training through Emory University. He was an avid supporter of the connectional system of the United Methodist Church. His ministry was built upon John Wesley’s idea that the “world is my parish.” His appointment to Pleasant Hill United Methodist Church lasted twelve years, the longest tenure of his ministry. While there God gave him a vision to build a larger worship area and an educational facility to meet the needs of a growing church’s ministry. Under his guidance and expertise a new sanctuary that seats approximately 300 people was completed, which is still in use today. Upon Bro. Bonner’s retirement he returned to Pleasant Hill United Methodist as an active member. In July 2009 the old, dilapidated building was demolished. He had seen the drawings and floor plans for the educational facility that is to replace the older building. At his death he was well informed about the progress and plans for the new facility. Construction began on this new facility on June 23, 2010. His legacy and witness lives on in the Zero Community in Meridian, MS. He was preceded in death by his wife of fifty years, Virginia Gibson Bonner. Survivors include his wife, Margaret Shepherd Bonner of Tylertown, MS; daughter, Bonnie B. Porter of Mobile, AL, and a son, Russell W. Bonner of Meridian, MS. Submitted by his daughter-in-law Jessie Bonner

Hollis Wesley Bryant 1915 - 2010 Hollis Wesley Bryant, a retired United Methodist minister, was born November 4, 1915, as the second of four children to Archie Wesley Bryant and Maggie Elliott Bryant who resided in the Liberty community near Ashland, MS. He died May 11, 2010 at the Senatobia Convalescent Center in Senatobia, MS, after a lengthy illness. A memorial service was held at the Greenleaf United Methodist Church in Tate county May 14, 2010, where his Charge Conference membership was. Rev. Bryant leaves his wife of 69 years, Elizabeth Merrill Bryant of the Greenleaf Community; two daughters, Alcia (Billy) Moore and Sonja (Joe) Graham, both of the Greenleaf Community; seven grandchildren; thirteen great grandchildren; and two great great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a daughter, Phillis McFarlin; and a grandson, Randal Moore. Hollis and Elizabeth were married November 16, 1940 in Cockrum Community at the Methodist parsonage by Rev. Guy Ray. He served for four years in the United States Navy just prior to World War II, farmed approximately ten years, worked for Continential Piston Co., then went back to school, and entered the ministry in 1966. During his ministry he served Derma, Tremont, Sallis, Lake Comorant, Rosedale, and Tutwiler, where retired. In his ministry he especially loved to preach, lead worship and visit people. He never met a stranger and always engaged people in conversation. He took his ministerial vows seriously as he sought to lead the congregations he served. Congregations always grew in numbers during his entire ministry as a pastor of a local church. He will be missed by his family and the church community of Greenleaf, but the memory of him as husband, father, grandfather, friend, and dedicated servant of God will linger with those who knew him best. Submitted by Rev. Jerry Beam, Colleague in ministry, and Elizabeth Merrill Bryant 204 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

John Floyd Carter 1916 - 2010 The Reverend John Carter died on April 28, 2010 at We Care Hospice in Pascagoula, MS. He was born August 20, 1916 to Marvin and Carrie Carter in the Shiloh Community. After completion of high school, he served his country in the United States Army during World War II. Upon returning home he worked for the N.O. Nelson Company. While employed there, he married the love of his life, Edith Roberts. After 54 years together, God called Edith home. He also worked and traveled for the Kraft Wholesale Grocery Company. Reverend Carter attended and graduated from the University of Southern Mississippi. In 1949 he answered God’s call to preach. To prepare for the ministry he continued his education at Millsap’s College in Jackson and Asbury College in Kentucky. Reverend Carter’s first appointment for the Methodist Conference was at Puckett. As his ministry continued he served at Burn’s Charge, Boling Street, Heidelberg, Eastlawn, Leavell Woods, Morton, and Raleigh. In 1983 he “officially” retired and moved back to his hometown in the Shiloh Community to take it “easy”. However retirement was not the end of his ministry. He returned and pastored the Freeny- Madden Charge, Puckett, and Lodebar. He served Lodebar for 23 years, and after 60 years of preaching he retired again from the pulpit, but not from his service to God’s work. Being unable to drive did not deter him from visiting the nursing homes, shut-ins, and hospitals. He and his sister, Ora Mae White, visited these people at least three times a week. They were blessed by a devoted friend, Jerry Willis, to drive them anywhere at anytime he was called on. Mr. Willis also cared about and visited with the people. Reverend Carter came from a large and loving family. His siblings, James, George, Chester, Roy, and Claiborne preceded him in death. He has two surviving sisters, Ruth Rhodes and Ora Mae White. He is also survived by his son, Samuel Carter, daughter, Cindy Lovorn, son-in-law, Jim Lovorn, grandchildren Jennifer, Todd, and Samantha Carter, Chris Lovorn, Lisa Eckert Miller, and great grandchildren Tyler and Logan Eckert, and twins Layton and Carter Miller, and numerous nieces and nephews. Reverend Carter was blessed to have 93 wonderful years on earth. Submitted by his daughter Cindy Lovorn and niece Virginia Johnson

Frances Louise Cotton 1929 - 2009 Frances Cotton, who lived 80 years, sleeping the last 3, was the daughter of Sylvester and Florida Cotton of McComb, MS. Her siblings are Mary Virginia Graham, Milam Sylvester Cotton, and Paul David Cotton. All children were raised in the Pearl River United Methodist Church in McComb where their parents were most active. As a child Frances was a shy, withdrawn individual which is hard for anyone to believe if they met her after she became a preacher. She was employed in various businesses in Pike County and Southwest MS Junior College in Summit. As an adult she became more active in the women’s organizations in the church and other community organizations. After returning from a School of Missions she stopped by to visit Rev. & Mrs. Koskie. When Mrs. Koskie was told she didn’t know what she was going to do Mrs. Koskie asked, “Why not become a local preacher?” Frances was unaware that women could be allowed to be a preacher. In September of 1975, at the age of 45, her local church and the Brookhaven District Board of Ordained Ministry approved her and she began the process required to proceed in ministry. When she began formal training she was the only woman in the class. The 10 men were most accepting. Frances became a new person and certainly became much more loquacious than she had been historically. She felt she was called by God and He would provide the way, with her doing what she needed to do. She had what I consider a successful ministry as she loved people and was most interested in being an effective pastor. Churches served were: Whittington Memorial, White’s Chapel & Macedonia, Wesley Chapel & Oak Grove, Byrd’s Chapel, Americus Charge, Petal & Batson, Glendale & Grandview, Bethel & Wrights, Roxie, McNair, and Greendale. In my opinion she paved the way for women to be accepted as preachers and professional peers in Mississippi. There is no question as to whether or not she did God’s will for her life. Submitted by her brother, Paul D. Cotten The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 205

Patsy Ruth “Pat” Elmore 1929 - 2010 Patsy Ruth Elmore was born November 5, 1929 and died February 19, 2010. Dr. Pat Elmore was Professor Emeriti at the University of Mississippi where she was a professor of Family and Consumer Sciences. She was a former Extension Home Economist for Louisiana State University and former Professor of Home Economics at Eastern Illinois University. She was a member of the American and Mississippi Associations of Family and Consumer Sciences and a member of Kappa Omicron Nu Honor Society. She was a member of Oxford-University United Methodist Church and a commissioned missionary with the United Methodist Church. She was appointed as a missionary to the Crandon Institute, Montevideo, Uruguay and then served as a missionary to Cuba. Mrs. Elmore was a retired part-time pastor for the United Methodist Church Mississippi Annual Conference serving in several local churches. Submitted by Oxford-University UMC

John William Hearty 1921-2010 Rev. John William Hearty, Jr. age 88, passed away February 15, 2010 at The George County Hospital in Lucedale. Ms. Services were held February 17, 2010 With Rev. Tom Freeman officiating. Burial followed at Rosedale Methodist Cemetery in Northern Jackson County. John was born March17, 1921 in Great Falls, Montana. He had one sister and two brothers. He enlisted in the army in December1939. He was discharged at Camp Shelby on August 15,1945. John married Lottie M. Gibbons of Pascagoula, Ms. on December 3, 1943. They had one son, Robert Wayne Hearty, born March 9, 1945. The marriage ended in divorce. John married Jasie Lander in 1946. She had two sons and a daughter by her previous marriage. She was a sister of Rev. Percy Lander, Jr. Jasie passed away on the day of their 50th Wedding Anniversary in December 1996. After two years of civilian life, John joined the AAC, later called the U S Air Force. During his military career John served in world War Two, Korea, and Vietnam. In the late 1960’s, while stationed at Keesler AFB, he earned his B.S. in Secondary Education at the University of Southern Mississippi. After leaving the Air Force, he spent a year teaching at Escatawapa Junior High School. In February of 1970 John got his call to preach at a lay witness mission. he enrolled in the Candler School of Theology, Emory University, Atlanta, Georgia. he graduated on August 15, 1972 With a Master of Divinity Degree. While he was in Atlanta, John pastored Hyatt Memorial UMC before coming back to Mississippi. In Mississippi he served Leakesville and Clark’s Chapel in Green County, Ridgeland UMC in Madison County, East End UMC in Meridian, Lauderdale County, Mississippi City UMC, Gulfport in Harrison County, and Taylorsville UMC in Smith County. After that he was called to serve two churches in Laurel, Justice Heights UMC and Pendorff, a satellite church. Next he pastured Coalville UMC and White Plains UMC, both in the Woolmarket area of Harrison, County. From there he was called to Hurley and Rosedale United Methodist Churches in Jackson County. At age 68, he closed out his active church duty and retired in 1988. Submitted by his son Wayne Hearty

James Eckford Henry 1925 - 2009 The Reverend James Eckford Henry, the child of the late Walter B. Henry and Maggie Rush Cook, was born on April 10, 1925 in Starkville, Mississippi. He was raised by his beloved grandparents the late Eddie Rush and Elizabeth Campbell Rush, whose children (his uncles and aunts) loved him as their brother. He departed this life on Thursday, August 27, 2009 in Starkville, Mississippi. For over forty years Reverend James E. Henry served as local pastor in United Methodist churches in the North Mississippi Conference (before the conferences merged) and in the Mississippi Conference. His first pastoral appointment in 1966 was made to the Aberdeen District by the then District 206 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

Superintendent, the late Reverend Merlin B. Conoway. Other pastoral appointments include charges in Brooksville, Macon, Shuqualak, and Amory. He counted it a joy and his duty to serve. Although he officially retired in 2002, he had the privilege to fill in as interim pastor for several congregations in transition. Throughout his ministry Reverend Henry actively participated in the life of the communities where he served by visiting the homes and the schools and by being an advocate for the people in civic affairs. (The last ministry was his mentoring teenagers in alternative education.) Over the course of forty years of ministry Reverend Henry often shared in casual conversation and in the pulpit two lessons about life that he had received from his relationship with Jesus Christ: (1) “There is nothing under the sun that can defeat the purpose of God; His purpose will always be executed. We can either fall in line or not. (2) In all of God’s creation there is nothing more important than a human being.” The Reverend James Henry and his wife Maxine celebrated over sixty-one years of marriage. Left to cherish his memory are his wife Maxine; their three children Dennis Henry (Patricia), Maggie Little and Diann Finnie (Richard); four grandchildren and one great granddaughter; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Submitted by his daughter Maggie Y. (Henry) Little

Samuel Jay Hull 1927 - 2010 Samuel Jay Hull was born on May 17, 1927. He died on January 24, 2010, in DeKalb, Mississippi. He attended Kemper County Agricultural High School (Scooba, Mississippi), Wood College (Mathiston, Mississippi), Mississippi State University (Starkville, Mississippi), and Emory University (Atlanta, Georgia). On June 16, 1946, he married Lila Hodges Hull of Maben, Mississippi. They had one son, Phil (Girly) Hull, three grandchildren; Suzanne (Nolan) Graves, Melanie (Richard) Follis, and Robert Hull, four great grandchildren, Preston Graves, Opal Ann Graves, Meredith Follis, and Alan Follis. Lila Hull died on March 7, 1999. He preached his first sermon at age 18 at Binnsville Methodist church in Kemper county. He preached his third to last sermon in the same church at age 81. He preached his last sermon at the age of 82 in the nursing home in DeKalb. He was ordained in June of 1953. In his service as pastor he served Belfountaine, Salem Friendship, Blue Mountain Charge, Crawford, Prarie, Strong, Hamilton, Salem Charge (Covington, Georgia), Belmont, Coffeeville, Pickens, Water Valley First, St. Stevens (Columbus), Ackerman, Itta Bena, Belzoni, Rolling Fork, East End (Meridian), and Decalb Union Charge before retiring in 1997. After retiring he served East End (Meridian), and Scooba - Binnsville. He further served the Conference on: the Meridian District Committee of Ordained Ministry, Church Building and Location Committee, Head usher for the North Mississippi Conference for 8 years, and was elected twice as delegate to Jurisdictional Conference. He was also active in; DeKalb Lions Club (secretary), Kemper County Historical Association (treasurer), Kemper County Senior Citizens (president), and Kemper County Forestry Association (president), and was Kemper County Citizen of the year in 2000. He was affectionately known as The Bishop of Kemper County. Scooba and Binnsville churches had planned an 82nd birthday celebration for May 17, 2009, but Rev. Hull suffered a stroke and a heart attack on April 1, 2009. He went into a nursing home on May 15, 2009. The following are some of the expressions of appreciation they had included in the program; At the age of 18, he could hear the call of Jesus, “There’s work for you to do, there are many hurting souls, Go…show them life anew.” “You must reap the harvest of those who search for me.” Sam Hull could hear Him calling: “From sin I’ll set them free.” On his knees, he looked toward heaven and said, “Then here am I, Lord, send me.” Bro. Sam has in the Master’s service, ever faithful been. He makes many hearts lighter by saying a kind word and being a loving pastor and friend. He carries joy and sunshine to the darkened homes of men, sharing one another’s burdens, helping his fellow man! Information submitted by his son, Phil Hull The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 207

Johnny Q. C. James 1923 – 2009 Johnny Quentis Clarence James was born April 27, 1923 in Moselle, Mississippi (Jones County) to the late Jessie Heideburg and Alberta Thiara James. Rev. James went home to be with his Savior on Friday, November 27, 2009 at the Greenwood-Leflore Hospital in Greenwood, MS. He united in holy matrimony on May 15, 1953 with Cassie H. James of Commerce, GA. Rev. J. Q. C. James received his early education in the public schools in Jasper County and Laurel, Mississippi. He received a Bachelor of Science degree from Rust College, Holly Springs, MS and a Master of Divinity degree from Gammon Theological Seminary of Atlanta, Georgia, where he did additional study. Having begun his ministry in the North Mississippi Conference of the United Methodist Church in Grenada, Mississippi, Rev. James was appointed pastor of the following churches; Vincent (Grenada), 1953–1962, St. Paul and Moses Chapel (Ripley), 1962–1968, St. James (Columbus), 1968–1970, and Wesley (Greenwood), 1970–1993. Rev. James made an indelible impact upon the lives of many citizens through his collaborative efforts and his active participation on boards concerning civic and social issues. He was affiliated with the Board of Ordained Ministry of the Northern District Council on Minorities, the Greenwood Board of Ordained Ministry, The Greenwood District United Methodist Ministries, the NAACP and the Board of Missions and Christian Social Concerns (North Mississippi Conference). His ministry will affect eternity. In addition to serving as Director of the Wesley Foundation at Mississippi Valley State University, Rev. James served on the Greenwood City and School Board, Habitat for Humanity, the Civil Service Commission, the Greenwood Civil Defense Commission, and the Greenwood Togetherness Council. He was the principal of Oxberry Junior High School in Holcomb, Mississippi. The local incarcerated were ministered to through his weekly “Jail Ministry” for fourteen years. After his retirement from Wesley, Rev. James joined Decell United Methodist Church under the leadership of Rev. Robert Cartlidge. He leaves behind to labor in the vineyards of life the following members of his family; a devoted wife, Cassie H. James; a daughter, Louise Elliott; granddaughter, Elinor Elliott; sister-in-laws, Hazel Brown and Betty Hargrove; brother-in-law, William Brown; two devoted cousins, Myron McNeil and Garland Jones; other cousins, nephews, nieces and children he called his own. Submitted by his wife Cassie H. James

Cecil Brandt Jones, Sr. 1934-2010 Cecil Brandt Jones, Sr. was born June 21, 1934, in Vicksburg, Mississippi, the son of Ackland H. Jones, Jr. and Catherine Brandt Jones. He graduated from Carr Central High School, Vicksburg, and Millsaps College, Jackson, Mississippi. He received a Master of Divinity from Candler School of Theology, Emory University, Atlanta, Georgia. He was admitted to the Mississippi Conference as a Deacon in 1957 and became an Elder in full connection in 1961. He served the following pastoral appointments in the Mississippi Conference: Good Hope-Carter Charge, Vicksburg District, as a student pastor; Redwood Charge; Poplarhead; Becky Becot, Pascagoula; Jackson Street, Brookhaven; Boling Street, Jackson; Crystal Springs First; and Senior Minister of Main Street UMC, Hattiesburg. In 1988 he was appointed District Superintendent of the Vicksburg District, and in 1992 District Superintendent of the Hattiesburg District. In 1994 he was appointed as Senior Minister of First United Methodist Church, Gulfport, where he served until his retirement from active ministry in 1999. During retirement he served the following interim appointments: Heritage, Hattiesburg; Richton, Brooklyn, West Lake, Grandview, and Pascagoula First. At the time of his death he was serving on the staff of Main Street UMC, Hattiesburg as Visitation Minister and coordinator of Older Adult Ministries. During his active ministry Cecil preached in numerous evangelistic meetings and held workshops on Evangelism and Local Church leadership. He served on many of the Boards and Committees of the Annual Conference, including Board of Ordained Ministry, United Methodist Senior Services, District Council on Ministries, Conference Council on Finance and Administration, Episcopacy Committee and Board of Trustees of The Methodist Hospital in Hattiesburg. 208 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Jewel Minchew Jones; two children and their spouses: Catherine Lea Ale (Mark) and Cecil Brandt Jones, Jr. (Susannah) and four grandchildren; Joanna Lea Ale, Jonathan David Ale, Elizabeth Jewel (Bethany) Jones and Cecil Brandt Jones, III. Cecil died on February 4, 2010, at Wesley Hospital in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. The service of celebration at Main Street United Methodist Church was conducted on February 10, 2010, by The Reverends Vicki L. Hughes, Mark W. Ale, R. Earl Greenough, Charles W. (Nick) Nicholson, Sr., and Henry G. (Hank) Winstead, Jr. His burial was in Highland Cemetery, Hattiesburg, Mississippi. Submitted by Jewel Jones and Family

John H. Morrow, Jr. 1922 – 2009 Reverend Morrow lived a full, good life built upon his personal relationship with God and devoted service to others. He was a member of the Mississippi Conference of the United Methodist Church for 40 years, nearly 30 of which he served as the Executive Director of the Methodist Children’s Home. While serving at the Methodist Children’s Home, he initiated many programs to help nurture, spiritually guide and ultimately improve the lives of thousands of at-risk children throughout Mississippi. He was born November 10, 1922 in Bentonia to the late Reverend John H. Morrow, Sr. and Madeline Rosenburg Morrow. He was a graduate of Forest High School, Millsaps College, Emory University’s Candler School of Theology. He obtained a Master of Divinity in 1949. During WWII, He served on active duty from 1943 – 1946 as a member of the Army Air Force where he met and married the late Marion Parham Morrow of Albany, Georgia. They were married for over 61 years. They have three children: John H. Morrow, III of Overland Park, KS, Linda Morrow Harvey of Birmingham, AL and Rhonda Morrow Saunders of Ridgeland, MS. They also have seven grandchildren , twelve great grandchildren and one great great grandchild. Brother Morrow, as he was affectionately called, served 4 churches in the Homewood area (1949- 1951), four churches in the Pelahatchie area (1951-1953) and as Associate Pastor of Galloway Memorial United Methodist Church from 1953-1959. He then served as the Executive Director of the Methodist Children’s Home until his retirement in 1988. It was here, with his wife at his side, that he was able to continue and greatly innovate the work of his father, who served as Superintendent from 1945 – 1952. After retiring from the Methodist Children’s Home, Reverend Morrow continued his devoted service to our Lord by leading Sunday morning Bible study to the residents of The Orchard in Ridgeland , where he lived. On December 14, 2009, our heavenly Father welcomed and brought our Dad home. He is now reunited with his family and beloved wife. “And we have known and believed the love that God hath for us. God is love; and he that dwelleth in love dwelleth in God and God in him.” 1 John 4:16 Submitted by his children, Rhonda, Linda and Johnny

Tommy Maurice Murphy 1941 - 2009 On December the 30th, 1941, Tommy Maurice Murphy was born to Wilburn Maurice Murphy and Ora Lee O’Bryant Murphy in Natchez, MS. He was their only child. His father died while Tommy was a very young age, and he grew up in Kosciusko, MS. There his mother met and eventually married R.L. Shields who helped to raise Tommy. Tommy became a ham radio operator in his early teens and remained one until his death. His radio background and his job as a teenager in a radio-tv repair shop led him toward a career in electronics. He was an employee of NASA for several years near Poplarville, MS. During this time he helped install electronics and radio communications in one of the first Apollo moon rockets. During the time he worked for NASA he also pursued and obtained a B.S. degree from the University of Southern MS, in business administration. He had two daughters from a previous marriage when he met me, Joyce Moore. I had three sons from a previous marriage of my own. The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 209

Our marriage was blessed with another son. After several years of working and living in the Jackson area in communication jobs for that city and then for PBS / ETV broadcasting company, Tommy was transferred to work at the Ackerman tower for this same company. We moved our family back to Attala County and made a home on land that was owned by family. We attended and joined the Marvin Chapel United Methodist Church, which was my family church. It was here that he was converted to the gospel of Jesus Christ and surrendered to preach. Thus began his second career in which he served the McCool, Vaiden, Ethel,Wesleyanna, Braxton and Noxapater charges all during twenty-two and one half years. He retired at the age of sixty-four and continued to serve part-time on the McAdams charge for almost two years before becoming ill with a severe form of dementia. He was a wonderful, loving husband, father and pastor. He was also a good preacher and many times aided and witnessed of Christ to needy transients passing through on highways near us. No job was too unnecessary or low for him to do for his churches or his family. Always, he kept a program going for the children and teens in every church. He went through the course of study until he was qualified for ordination as an Elder after twelve years. Tommy and I were married for thirty-eight and one-half years. Our children Danny Moore, Florence, Tim Moore, Starkville, Steve Moore, Brookhaven, Karen Loranger, Greenville S.C., Richard Murphy, Kosciusko, and I will miss him for the rest of our lives. We know however, that he is happy and in peace in the presence of God and reunited with his daughter Teresa, who preceded him in death. I was able with the help of God, family and some sitters to have him at home the last three and a half months of his life. He passed away on Nov. eleventh two thousand and nine at six-thirty a.m. at our home in Attala county. He was buried in Stonewall Cemetary near Ethel. The souls that are left behind will always be grateful that they were able to walk beside him in this life. Submitted by his loving wife, Rev. Lendal Joyce Murphy

Denson Cromwell Napier 1928 - 2010 Denson Cromwell Napier, 81, passed away Sunday, May 9, 2010. Reverend Napier, son of Mr. and Mrs. Malcolm E. Napier, was born December 27, 1928, in Seminary, MS. He held degrees from the University of Southern Mississippi and the Candler School of Theology. Reverend Napier served appointments in Sandersville, Carey, Hattiesburg, Richton, Satartia, Jackson, Magee, and Canton. While appointed to the Richton United Methodist Church, Reverend Napier signed the Born of Conviction document and was one of those who chose to remain in the state. Although he remained in connection, his belief in racial reconciliation led him to take a position as director of human relations and staff development for the Jackson Public School System from 1972 to 1977. In Jackson he was on staff at Broadmeadow United Methodist Church, Galloway Memorial United Methodist Church, Christ United Methodist Church, and the Conference Council on Ministries. He served longest as Wesley Foundation director at USM and minister of program at Galloway Memorial United Methodist Church. Reverend Napier is survived by his wife of 59 years, a daughter, a son, three grandchildren, and one great-grandchild. Submitted by Sandra Napier Dyess

Floyd William “Bill” Price 1927 – 2009 The Rev. Dr. Floyd William “Bill” Price (b. Meridian, Ms. July 20, 1927; d. Meridian, Ms.) has impacted our world in a profound way by his gifts of intellect, caring, generosity, listening skills, prayer, presence, humor, tenacity, and his passion for mission and social justice, particularly in his advocacy work for hungry people. This desire to satisfy hungry people had a physical and a spiritual aspect for Rev. Price as he served in ministry all of his life and in pastoral work for 60 years. Bill’s parents, Floyd and Mavis Price, raised him to live in the way of Christ. After graduating from High School in Meridian, Bill served in the Navy. He then attended his beloved Mississippi State University. Upon receiving a call to ministry, he transferred to Millsaps College. Here he met the love of his life, Ruby Ella McDonald. They were married on December 20, 1949. Rev. Price’s first appointment was on the Philadelphia charge. During seminary at Candler, Bill served several churches. The Prices studied at Cornell in preparation for their joint mission service to Pakistan 210 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

(1955-1970). While in Pakistan Bill worked as an Educator and Chaplain as well as having served as the Pastor of an international and interdenominational congregation in Lahore. Upon return to the U.S., Rev. Price served as the Pastor of the St. Paul UMC Parish in Arkansas City, Kansas, Wesley UMC in Columbus, MS., the Director of the North Mississippi Conference Council on Ministries in Grenada, MS., the Pastor of First United Methodist Church of Starkville, and the District Superintendent of the Grenada-Greenwood District. Rev. Price retired in 1992 while continuing to be engaged in prison ministry, supply preaching and many volunteer services. He and his wife Ruby Ella loved their local church activities at Poplar Springs Dr. UMC, going to Mississippi State ball games, watching “Dancing with the Stars,” and keeping up with family and friends around the world. Rev. Price loved his family, his pastoral care work, mentoring, sports, reading, learning, teaching and advocating for the needs of the poor. In recent years, he tenderly cared for his beloved wife, Ruby Ella, and continued to offer pastoral care to his community until two weeks before his death. Rev. Price entered the life triumphant at dawn on the third Sunday of Advent, the Sunday of joy. Two days earlier he sang his final earthly hymn, “Joy to the World,” in a resonant bass voice along with carolers in the hospital. We give thanks for all he has offered this world in need of that joy and peace. He is survived by his wife, Ruby Ella McDonald Price of Meridian: sons; Donald Wells Price and wife Kathy of Meridian, William Michael Price and wife Barbara Cooper of Berkeley, CA., daughter, Rev. Ellynda Price Lipsey and husband Hal of Atlanta, GA. grandchildren: Brian Price and wife Darrie, Jason Price and wife Lindsay, Cooper Price, Laura Lipsey Bray and husband John; great grandchildren McCanna and Tripp Price. Submitted by his daughter

Arthur John Roebuck, Sr. 1929 - 2010 Rev. Arthur John Roebuck, Sr., was born on July 9, 1929 in Framingham, Massachusetts and died on March 10, 2010 in Jackson, Mississippi. In his youth his family traditionally summered on White Horse Beach on Cape Cod, a life-long beloved spot with its lucky rocks, lobsters (three for a dollar off the pier), and intriguing boat traffic. Arthur enlisted in the U. S. Air Force, spending most of his four-year tour of duty in Japan. He contributed religious articles regularly to “Nippon Times” and “Stars and Stripes” publications and served in the military chaplaincy. A special memory there was escorting a touring Billy Graham from station to station in a Jeep. In 1952 at Frasier Memorial United Methodist Church in Alabama he was licensed to preach. During a visit to a pastor friend there, after the morning worship, he sat on the curb in front of the church and shared homemade ice cream with Martin Luther King, Jr. With his family he successfully operated the Natick Printing Co. in Natick, Massachusetts for thirty years. Among his customers were Sir Edmund Hillary and Aerosmith. His son John continues in the printing field today, and his son Jeff pays homage to this printing background with his character’s name, Inky the Clown. Arthur and his wife Rosemarie met at a young adult fellowship in the Fiske Memorial Methodist Church of Natick, Massachusetts where he was described to her as a “confirmed bachelor” and where they married. They celebrated their fiftieth wedding anniversary in October, 2008. Arthur attained twenty-three years of perfect attendance in Rotary International, including a makeup meeting in New York City while on his honeymoon. In 1980 Arthur began his first “full-time” appointment at the Charlton City United Methodist Church in Charlton City, Massachusetts. He maintained a close relationship with that church and members came to Mississippi to be a part of his funeral service. In 1982 the family moved to Mississippi (Rosemarie’s father’s roots) and Arthur began a twenty-year ministry. His appointments took him to the following charges: Harperville/Trinity, Singleton/Wiggins/ Goshen, Drakes, Cooks Chapel, New Hope/Pleasant Ridge/Spring Hill/Union Hill (DeKalb Circuit), Sartinville/Tilton/Topeka, and Pearl River Avenue. After his “retirement” he served as “minister of visitation” at Galloway Memorial United Methodist Church. And for the last twelve years he installed a weekly inspirational message on the marquee in front of St. Mark’s United Methodist Church in Brandon. The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 211

He was an obsessive weather watcher (the go-to guy for an up-to-the-minute forecast), never met a steamed clam he didn’t like, dabbled in woodworking (anchors being one of his favorite creations), and was a life-long Boston Red Sox fan. Anchor and lighthouse symbols were his favorite personal reminders of the faith that guided his entire life. Arthur passed away at St. Dominic Hospital surrounded by the love and touched by the hands of his family. He is survived by his wife, Rosemarie (Rhymes) Roebuck; son Arthur J. Roebuck, Jr.; son Jeffrey S. R. Roebuck and wife Tiny Dinkins Roebuck; and granddaughter Cameron Rhymes Roebuck; all of Brandon. Submitted by his wife Rosemarie Roebuck

Edwin Ayers Spencer 1920 - 2010 Edwin Ayers Spencer was born November 20, 1920, in Myrtle, Mississippi. He died on April 5, 2010, at Baptist Memorial Hospital, North Mississippi, Oxford, Mississippi. The lighted cross on a Methodist Church steeple was the turning point in Edd’s life. The empty cross has been a great part of his ministry. His first appointment was Bellefontaine, with a wife and two children, six churches, going to school, weeklong revivals in all churches in the summertime. He was a good husband, father, and preacher. One layman made the statement, “We have had many preachers down through the years but one pastor, and he was Edd Spencer.” Many lives have been touched by his ministry because of the touch of the Master’s Hand on his life, the night he was driving by the lighted Cross on the steeple. Submitted by his wife of 69 years, Gladys Wilbanks Spencer

James Robert Stauddy IV 1940 - 2009 Jimmy was born August 4, 1940 in Bentley, Mississippi in rural Calhoun County to James Robert Stauddy III and Frances Young Stauddy. He died November 15, 2009 at his home in Holcomb, Mississippi. He graduated high school at Cumberland, Mississippi; attended Wood Jr. College at Mathiston, Mississippi; completed the Course of Study School at Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia; and graduated from the University of Mississippi at Oxford, Mississippi in May, 1991. He was ordained Deacon in 1971. A lover of books, he studied to gain insight and knowledge. His early morning devotionals with God helped him to be an inspiration to many people. He loved people and they loved him. He was a kind, compassionate man and a very gifted man with so many interests. In 1961, he and Scottie Clark were united in marriage by her father, the late Reverend Faban Scott Clark. They have a daughter, Sonya and a son, Scott. Jimmy pastored the Bellefontaine Charge four years; McCool Charge four years; Associate Pastor Kosciusko one year; Kosciusko Circuit three years, Grenada Grace four years; Pittsboro Charge three years; and Minter City United Methodist Church ten years. He was Chaplin for the Grenada Police Department, Shift Commander, and Chief of Detectives. He worked with the Bureau of Narcotics and the FBI Task Force 23 years. He was chosen Officer of the Year 1985. He served with the Army National Guard for 32 years. He served on many humanitarian missions to Korea, Honduras, China, Germany, and Austria. Jimmy also worked with the Welfare Department. He received many awards, achievements, medals, declarations, and honors. A dedication plaque to Jimmy at Minter City United Methodist Church sums it up by saying the following: “With a dream in his head, a desire in his heart, and the will of an elephant, Jimmy Stauddy’s dream has become a reality. It took hours of hard work, huge drops of sweat, a desire to never give up, but to keep the faith, the building was completed in November, 2008. 212 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

It is with humble hearts, love, and affection that we the members of The Minter City United Methodist Church dedicate this ‘Cook House’ to our beloved pastor, Jimmy Stauddy. From this day forward, we the members of The Minter City United Methodist Church declare that this building be known as ‘The Stauddy Cook House’.” As members of the United Methodist Church, our task is to support each other as a caring fellowship and to seek those who need to be loved and to increase our effectiveness in our community as a witness- ing fellowship of believers and to strengthen “the ties that bind our hearts” in Christian love that we may work together more faithfully on the tasks that are ours because we are God’s people. Jimmy loved the Lord, his family and everyone. He strived so hard to make the world around him a better place. He was a hero to all who knew him. Submitted by Scottie C. Stauddy

William (Bill) Warren Watkins 1927 - 2010 Rev. William Warren Watkins, the son of Rev. and Mrs. S. B. Watkins, was born in Florence, MS July 16, 1927. One of eight siblings, he grew up in Methodist parsonages across the Mississippi conference. He graduated from Moss Point High School and served in the U. S. Navy during World War II and the Korean War. He graduated from Millsaps College in 1949 and from Candler School of Theology at Emory University in 1956. Bill knew what it was to be lost and what it was to be found by Jesus. He dedicated over 50 years to serving as a United Methodist minister so that others also might know about the transforming love of Christ. These years included being the pastor of the following Mississippi churches: Star, Braxton, Greenfield Charge; Jackson Street in Brookhaven; Newton; Wesley in Jackson and Wesley in Vicksburg. From 1982-1988 he was District Superintendent of the Vicksburg/West Jackson District. As part of that work, he founded the Good Shepherd Community Center in 1986. From 1988 – 1998 he served as Director of Vicksburg Inner City Ministries, including Good Shepherd Community Center. In this capacity, he devoted himself to full-time ministry with impoverished children, teens and adults. He believed that the Church has a mandate to reach the last, the lost and the least. He was passionate about this conviction, and his work at Good Shepherd Community Center gave full expression to this core belief. His compelling commitment changed the lives not only of the people ministered to through Good Shepherd, but also changed the lives of those who served as volunteers and staff. The love that Bill shared with his family was a good gift from God. Meta, his wife of 55 years, was his partner in life and in ministry. His daughters, Rev. Vicki Watkins Landrum and Alice Watkins Rein, were loved deeply by their father. As the family grew, Bill’s love grew to include his sons-in law, Rev. Joe Landrum and Joey Rein. Two of the greatest joys of Bill’s life were his grandsons, his “wonder boys”, William Joseph Rein and Richard Watkins Rein. Bill died May 23, 2010 at Hospice Ministries in Ridgeland, MS after a lengthy illness. He was preceded in death by his parents Rev. S. B and Gwendolyn Arthur Watkins; sisters Annie Lee Watkins, Gwendolyn Malsbury, Earline Bruce and May Ruth Ishee; and brothers Singleton Watkins, Herbert Watkins and Troy Watkins. Bill’s funeral was held at Hawkins United Methodist Church in Vicksburg on May 28, 2010. Burial was later that day at Ellison United Methodist Church in Vaughan, MS. Ellison UMC is the place where Bill’s father died while serving as pastor; where Bill preached his first sermon while on leave from the Navy; where Bill met his wife, Meta; and where Bill and Meta were married in 1955. It is the appropriate final resting place for this servant of the Lord who, in his words, “tried to be a pastor.” Submitted by his daughters The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 213

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Lyda Janette Greene Burt 1921 - 2010 Lyda Janette Greene Burt died May 7, 2010, at her home in Memphis. She was born to Lyda and Grady Greene on August 7, 1921, in Pacolet Mills, South Carolina. She attended the Textile Industrial Institute/Spartanburg Junior College (now Spartanburg Methodist College) in Spartanburg, S. C., where she met her husband of 62 years, Reverend C. B. Burt. They were married on December 28, 1940. She graduated with a degree in music from Delta State University, and later earned a Masters degree in music education from Mississippi State University. Mrs. Burt taught public school music in both elementary and high school, and choral music and private piano and voice lessons in Shuqualak, Ripley, Drew, Columbus, Aberdeen, Senatobia, and Horn Lake, Mississippi, as she moved with her minister husband to Methodist pastorates across north Mississippi. She also directed choirs and played the organ and the piano in churches that her husband served. The ministry that Rev. and Mrs. Burt had together was in many ways defined by their experiences serving at the First United Methodist Church in Grenada, Mississippi in 1966, when racial tensions and related violence called for Rev. Burt to implore the Methodist congregation to step forward with courage and take a stand for reconciliation and healing in the community. Despite the difficulty of that time, she always believed that doing the right thing, even though it was unpopular in those years, came to good end for her family, the church, and the community. In retirement, Mrs. Burt and her husband made their home in Senatobia for over 20 years, where she enjoyed being a member of the Cosmopolitan club, and playing in several bridge groups – especially the Tuesday night duplicate group. She and Rev. Burt traveled extensively in retirement in connection with his work with the Prison Fellowship ministry of Charles Colson. She often expressed how moving it was to see that faith made such a difference in the lives of prison inmates and their families, in the most trying circumstances. Her passion was music. She began playing piano for churches, dance classes, and silent movies in her early teens, and she played for her own enjoyment until her death. Among the most cherished memories of her children and grandchildren are the impromptu “sings” at family gatherings. Mrs. Burt believed that if more than three people were present in her house, there should be singing, and she was very proud that all of her daughters enjoyed singing and became proficient in playing one or more musical instruments. While music was her first love, she also enjoyed her many years of attendance and service to the United Methodist Women. She was active not only in the local churches but held offices at the district and state level as well. She will be missed by all who knew and loved her. Submitted by Virginia Burt Wilson

Sue Davis Covington 1929 - 2009 Sue Davis Covington, wife of Rev. Eugene Covington, was born in Jackson Mississippi in 1929. They were married for 57 years at the time of her death. Sue Covington was a woman of several firsts. She was the first volunteer of the “Pink Ladies” at the Community Hospital in Laurel. She was the first woman to sit on the Board of the South Mississippi Methodist Credit Union. Later she became the first woman to become President of that Board. She also was instrumental in forming a number of United Methodist Women’s (UMW) groups in Church’s that she and her husband served together and was honored by having one named for her. When her husband went into the ministry as a second career she stood by his side and together they were “ministers” to the churches he was appointed to. She was a great influence on her four children and taught them that God was first in her life and that family was a gift from God. The foundation of her home, whether a parsonage or the home to which they retired, was built on faith. Her faith taught her children to trust in God first. She loved everyone she met and everyone loved her. Most of all she loved her God and lived out her faith as an example to her family and friends. One of her favorite chapters in the Bible was the 139th Psalm. It was her favorite and formed the basis of her relationship with God. 214 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

About an hour before she died she held both hands high and smiled as if someone was greeting her. She then folded her hands over her heart and slipped away from the bonds of this earth to the room prepared for her in heaven. Submitted by Eugene Covington

Bobbye Johnston Dillard 1921 - 2010 Bobbye Johnston Dillard, widow of Reverend John Harmon Dillard, was born June 15, 1921, in Stringer to Robert Cecil and Elise Ishee Johnston. She died February 4, 2010, in Fulton. Bobbye and Harmon were married September 29, 1946, and served Eastlawn in Pascagoula, Burton Memorial in Gulfport, Kreole, St. Paul in Ocean Springs, First Church in Poplarville, Parkway Heights in Hattiesburg, Briarwood in Jackson, and First Church in Canton. On Harmon’s 1980 retirement in Canton they served Thornton Chapel UMC in Madison County until his death in 1990. Bobbye continued to serve as organist for Thornton Chapel until 2007. Prior to becoming a full time minister’s wife, Bobbye was an elementary school teacher. She was a long time member of Delta Kappa Gamma and Friends of the Library wherein she was instrumental in organiz- ing the Canton Library’s Concert Series. She was named Friend of the Year for the State of Mississippi in 1990. Bobbye also served terms as State Treasurer and State Vice-President of the Mississippi Federation of Music Clubs. Known as an avid lover of classical music and all things beautiful, she will be remembered as a gracious and consummate hostess in the Canton home she and Harmon restored and maintained for her family and friends. She is survived by one daughter, Robyn Dillard Cogdell of Fulton, Mississippi and her husband, Jerry; two granddaughters, Virginia Cogdell Hale, and her husband Stephen, of Starkville; and Lauren Cogdell Storey and her husband, Ryan, of Oxford; two great grandchildren, Reed and Rylee Hale of Starkville; one sister, Mary Johnston Tillman of Laurel; and one brother, Paul Johnston and his wife Alice of Stringer; and a niece and nephew. Grave-side services were held in Stringer, Mississippi on Monday, February 8, 2010 with burial beside Harmon in the Providence Cemetery in Jasper County. Submitted by Robyn and Jerry Cogdell

Ammie Horne Gemeny 1910 - 2010 Mrs. Ammie Horne Gemeny, wife of Rev. Edgar D. Gemeny, passed away on January 6, 2010, at Jeff Anderson Regional Hospital in Meridian, MS. At the time of her death she was 99 1/2 years of age and had lived a long, healthy and happy life. Mrs. Gemeny lived in Wayne County most of her life where she reared her children and attended Poplar Springs Methodist Church. After her marriage to Rev. Gemeny she moved to Chunky where they served churches in the Meridian area after his retirement. She was a member of the Chunky United Methodist Church. She is survived by one daughter, Mary Horne Bonner, one step-daughter, Frances Jackson and Dean Gemeny. She was preceded in death by two daughters, Joyce Mason and Faye Johnson, stepson, Graham Gemeny, and stepdaughter Audrey Smith. Submitted by Mary Bonner

Callie Vernal Flurry Hegwood 1912 - 2009 On December 20, 1912, Callie was born in the Broom Community of South Mississippi, the middle child of nine to Margaret and Rufus Flurry. After completing her education, she worked as a social worker. At age 22 she stopped working and married Jerome Kerry Hegwood, on June 8, 1935. They were married for 64 years. Their descendents are four children; Pat, Ron, Nell, and Kerry, eight grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren. The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 215

Callie, a wonderful lady, had a talent for getting along with people and was a tremendous asset to J. K’s ministry. Her genuine loving manner and beautiful smile defined her life. An avid crocheter, the many tablecloths and bedspreads she made are treasured. Her cooking skills included candy making and baking, which were enjoyed by her family and a host of friends. On October 4, 2009 she entered eternity in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. A life-long Methodist, her services were held at Pine Grove United Methodist Church, where she attended and joined when she was a child. Her Celebration of Life on October 7, 2009 included a eulogy by her daughter, Nell Douglas, the song “In The Garden,” sung by Leo Brown, a piano selection by her great grandson Evan Woods, and the message by Dr. Ed Sells. To know Callie was to know a true Christian. Her life from beginning to the end was lived by the example set by Christ. This is the legacy she leaves for family and friends. Submitted by her family

Katheryn Traweek Oliver 1917 - 2010 Kathryn Traweek Oliver was born January 21, 1917 to Cornelius and Sadie Traweek Sr. She and her siblings Henry and Mable grew up on a farm in Gallman, MS. When the farm was lost to the Depression, they moved to Hazelhurst, MS, where her father found work with the Highway Department. After graduating from Gallman High School, she earned her Associate’s Degree from Whitworth College in 1937. In 1939 she married Gilbert Oliver, an SMU graduate who completed his PHD at Columbia University in New York City. They had two sons, Gilbert Jr. and Scott. Gilbert started his Methodist ministry in 1949. Having been raised with the manners of a defini- tive lady, Kathryn was suited to life as the wife of a minister. Every four years brought a move to a new Mississippi town and congregation, amongst them Brookhaven, Forrest, Vicksburg, Bay St. Louis, and finally, Gulfport. Kathryn spent a great deal of time working with many clubs and organizations throughout her life, even in her final years, when she was a attendee of Welsey Sunday school and of the September Club at Trinity Methodist, her church for over 30 years. In 1959, their eldest son Gilbert Jr. was lost to an automobile accident at the age of 16. They had a very close relationship with son Scott, and with their granddaughter, Michelle, born in 1970. Scott and Michelle were a large part of their lives: Scott maintained a home within a block of his parents, from Michelle’s childhood through his parent’s retirement. Gilbert and Kathryn traveled. They started with a tent, upgraded to a Volkswagen van and finally to a full-scale RV. They explored much of Europe, Mexico and Canada, and visited 49 of the 50 states before Gilbert passed, in 1998. Kathryn did eventually reach that 50th state, Hawaii, on a cruise in 2000. She lost her home of thirty years to Katrina in 2005. Her son built back a single, larger house on the same spot, and she shared this new home with Scott, his wife, and her family, until her passing. At age 91, she acquired her first “indoor pet”, a tiny Yorkie she named Precious. Never far from Kathryn’s lap, Precious would listen as Kathryn talked gently to her, as they sat or napped together. She called Precious “her baby”, and would ask her; “How did she get to be so sweet?” It was ironic: for years, people had asked us, on the sly: “Is Kathryn really as sweet as she seems?” And yes, she was; so accommodating, it was sometimes difficult to meet her needs. If you asked her how she wanted something done, she would say, “However you do it, will be perfect.” And she meant it. One day near her end, I asked her, “Kathryn, how did you get to be so sweet?” After a moment, she said she didn’t know. Her best guess? She was just raised that way. Kathryn Oliver passed March 23, 2010. We miss her every day. Submitted by Caprice Clark Oliver

Lorena (Seal) Sharp 1928 - 2009 Lorena Sharp, wife of Rev. J.A. Sharp, was born March 4, 1928, in a small rural community near Poplarville, Mississippi. She was the daughter of Victoria (Slade) Seal, and Hugo Huffman Seal. The family moved to Poplarville and lived with her grandmother after the sudden death of her father when she was six years old. She joined the Poplarville United Methodist Church as a young child and served the church faithfully during her time there. She attended the nursery, helped with vacation bible schools, sang in the choir, and represented the church at numerous camps and events as a young adult. 216 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

On September 1, 1951, she married J.A. Sharp, a Poultry Specialist from Rush Springs, Oklahoma, who later became an ordained Elder in the United Methodist Church. Together they served United Methodist Churches in the South Mississippi Conference for over fifty years. The couple had three children; Robert, Jane Ann, and J. Dowe. She was better known as Mammy to her three grandchildren, Joanna, Bobbie J, and Christopher. She lived to see and love five great-grandchildren, Lauren, Christen, Lane, Emma and Anna. Mrs. Sharp was a kind, sweet and respectful preacher’s wife, always letting her husband lead. She loved to tell the story of her birth and what a miracle it was she “even made it.” She was born at home and only weighed a pound and half. This was in the days before neo-natal intensive care units. She would tell how the county health nurse would come by everyday to check on her and help her mother feed her. She was placed in a small box on top of an old wood stove for warmth, and fed with a small eye dropper. She related how people from miles around would come by to see the little baby. The miracle of her birth continued until her death on October 4, 2009. She devoted her life to serving the Lord, and caring for her family. In return she was loved and appreciated by all that knew her. Mrs. Sharp is survived by her husband of 58 years, Rev. J.A. Sharp, their three children, three grandchildren, five great grandchildren, a daughter-in-law, Charlyne Sharp, a sister, Ila Faye Lee of Wiggins, nieces and nephews and friends from all over south Mississippi. Submitted by her family

Ruby Swain 1915 - 2009 Ruby was born February 21, 1915 in Grant Parish, Louisiana; twenty five years later we met near Rayville, Louisiana and were married two years later in Eudora, Arkansas. She gave birth to three boys and one girl and proved to be all that a “stay-at-home” mother could be. After sixty eight years and one week of marital bliss she died October 3, 2009 in Rush’s Hospital in Meridian, MS at the age of 94. As she was dying I had already begun “My Tribute to Ruby The Ideal Wife,” containing fifty pages in which I recount the different phases of our life together as The Ideal Farmer’s Wife, The Ideal Soldiers Wife, and The Ideal Preacher’s Wife. Although the “demon” Alzsheimer’s disease was destroying her brain she was all any man could ever hope for in a wife to the very end. In every way she lived up to the reputa- tion she earned as my help mate on our last charge before retiring. A few days after she died I received a Sympathy card from a dear lady on that charge (who lost her husband a few days before I lost her) describing Ruby as “An incredible lady.” For over half a century she was my partner as we made the thrilling journey through history in Methodism, experiencing the many changes, from the taboo of women preachers to our present dynamic lady Bishop. Ruby was thrilled at the outcome of the Church’s struggles against racism and celebrated with me the privilege to share in this evolution toward the Fatherhood of God and the brotherhood of man. Ruby was indeed an incredible lady. Submitted by her husband Charles Eldred Swain

Bonnie Sarah Anne Reeves Mattox Townsend 1920 - 2010 Bonnie Sarah Anne Reeves Mattox Townsend was born October 14, 1920 in Itawamba County, Mississippi to the late Noah S. and Minnie Mae Montgomery Reeves. She was sixth of the fifteen siblings born to this union. She was a graduate of Itawamba Agricultural High School, Itawamba Junior College, and continued her education at Mississippi State University. She taught elementary school at South Tishomingo. In June 1951 she married L.E. Mattox and together they owned and operated Mattox Variety Store in Red Bay, Alabama. To this union was born one daughter, La Fonda Anne Mattox. Mr. Mattox died in 1960. Following his death Bonnie taught Kindergarten. In 1963 Bonnie married the Reverend James A. Townsend and a daughter, Mary Grace Townsend was born in Bonnie’s heart. During the years that followed, Bonnie worked beside her husband in the churches he pastored across North Mississippi. She was a member of the W.S.C.S. and the Wesleyan Service Guild. She taught Vacation Bible School teachers on the District and Conference levels as well as taught Vacation Bible School and Sunday School in the local churches. She was also a Girl Scout Leader. After their retirement from the active ministry they retired to her home place in Itawamba County, The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 217

Mississippi. She became an active member of her home church, Old Bethel United Methodist Church. She served on many different committees, was a Conference Delegate, as well as taught Sunday School. They continued to visit the sick and shut-ins of the community. She also ministered to others by cooking food and taking it to people in times of need. Bonnie departed this life for her Heavenly Home on February 6, 2010 at her daughter, La Fonda’s home in Batesville, Mississippi. Her memorial service was held February 8, 2010 at her home church, Old Bethel United Methodist Church, Golden, Mississippi of which she was the oldest member. Reverend Donny Riley and Reverend Bobby Hankins officiated. Burial was in the Old Bethel United Methodist Church Cemetery. Bonnie is survived by her husband of 46 years, the Reverend James A. Townsend; daughters La Fonda M. Poland (Brooks) and Mary T. Chambers (Eric); four grandchildren, Brannon M. Poland, Anne Claire Poland, Benjamin T. Chambers, and Hannah C. Chambers; one great grandson, Brayden M. Poland; and one sister, Ollie Mae Johnson (J.B.) I was so blessed to be born to such a wonderful Mother who was also my best friend. I am grateful to her and to God for her Christian example and for her influence on my life! Submitted by her daughter, La Fonda M. Poland

Jimmie Travis 1942 - 2009

Justice’s jewel joined heaven for his final resT Images intricately imprinted on our minds foreveR Motivated by the desire for equality, realized more than an ideA Man on a mission for freedom, compassionate love for people made his heart reV Insight within, peace, quiet, calm resolve, he gifted you and I Everlasting is his legacy, by faith he helped usher in our civil rightS (Poem by Jimmie’s daughter, Lailah)

Jimmie was born on October 8, 1942, and ascended to heaven July 28, 2009. Jimmie’s story and legacy remain with us forever. From the Song of Solomon, “I am my beloved and my beloved is mine”, he sealed his marriage vows. He was a beloved son, brother, husband, father, and friend. He was an organizer, activist, champion of freedom, and committed to unity and to the struggle for justice. After being shot in the shoulder and head following a voter registration campaign in the Mississippi Delta, Jimmie committed himself to the principles of the Civil Rights movement. He was one of the tent poles that held the Mississippi movement together. During the early days of the movement he empowered young people and poor people in Mississippi to stand firmly for justice. Jimmie was a mentor who transcended race, gender, social and economic status. Finally, he withstood the fight against pancreatic cancer. He fought the good fight. He was a soldier for the Lord. He joined the communion of Saints. Now his spirit dwells with us forever. Throughout his life, Jimmie passionately expressed the love and favor he experienced with God. Everyone who knows Jimmie knows his lifelong mantra, “My God is still in the miracle working business”. On July 28, 2009, while in his hospital room Jimmie gave us the benediction in his own words, “Thank you Lord! Thank you Lord! Thank you Lord! Tell everybody I did not give up on my God.” Submitted by his wife, Annie Louise Travis 218 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

In Memoriam

We regret that a memoir was not available for the following persons: Clergy: John Kennedy Colenberg Robert Ford Danny Harold Minnix John M. Pettigrew Bobby Joe Shell Earnest Andrew Smith Grady Sowell William Don Sparks Spouses: Zephorah E. Booker Exie Brown Judy Curtis Pauline Whiteside Elliott Zelda Mae Griffin Lillian C. Hightower Dorothy Laseter Helen McGill Rose Wolf Miller Milverta G. Smith

And in loving memory, we dedicate this page to them. The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 219

C. Pictorial Glimpses of Annual Conference 2010 All photos courtesy of ??

Tim Crisler, Conference Lay Leader, joins Bishop Hope Morgan Ward in opening the 22nd Annual Session.

Ella Dedeaux from Seashore District helps set the theme -– Arise! Shine! Grow! 220 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

Giles Lindley introduces Bishop Abraham Tagoe of the Methodist Church of Ghana to the membership. Bishop Tagoe was at Annual Conference visiting with Mississippi Methodist planning a trip to Ghana.

The cabinet leads the congregation in the “Brother Van” song borrowed from our friends of the Yellowstone Conference. The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 221

Ordinands Front row, left to right: Darian Elise Duckworth, Amanda Lee Gordon, Ada Clay Williams, Johniel Lee Henry, Jr., Len Edward McRaney, Gerald Chien Liu, Ozell Landfair, Sr.; Back row: George Richard James, Diane Lynne Braman, Deanna Smith, Eric Christopher Sanford, Ronald Andrew Kitchens, Allison Stacey Parvin, Jonathan Darrell Wallace

Provisional Members Front row, left to right: Jonathan Speegle, David Paul Buchholz, Christopher McAlilly, Perry Carr, Luz Marina Campos, Goyo de la Cruz, Jesse Long, Martha June Kirby; Back row: Justin White, Curtis Bray, Kevin Clyde Bradley, Frenchye Dionne Magee, Eddie Joe Ford, Bennie Kay Napier, Chance May

Local Pastors Front row, left to right: Diane Moore Elliot, Scarlett Rebekah Sheppherd, Catherine Tindall Penick, Antra L. Geeter, Robert Raymond Gales, Linda Diane Lindsey-Williams, Scot Anthony Jones, Shirley Ann Fairly; Back row: Billy Wayne Cornett, Michael David Hart, Jorge Eduardo Navarrete, William Milsted, William Clay Farr, John Robert Ford, David Albert Henderson NOT pictured: Demario Benson, Marty Boyd, Phillip McDaniel, Llewellyn Peyton 222 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

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D. Rolls 1. Roll of Deceased Full Connection and Full Time Local Pastors Since Merger (1989)

Note: For a listing of deceased clergy (Full Connection) prior to June, 1989, please refer to the 1989 Journal.

Birth Death Date/Place Date/Place Steele, Macon Henry (LP) 04/13/11 08/03/89 Harrell, John A. 11/11/1894 08/19/89 Alexander, Robert D. 05/24/31 08/30/89 Pontotoc Courtney, John W. 12/03/03 Simpson Cty 09/27/89 Florence Nix, John Paul 03/16/12 11/19/89 Moore, John Inman 9/5/1898 Biloxi 11/19/89 Ocean Spg Presley, Earl 08/19/09 Vaughn 12/07/89 Jackson Prewitt, O. Thomas 4/14/1899 Ackerman 12/11/89 Jackson Stuart, James K. 11/06/22 Logan Ct.,T 01/01/90 Crisler, Joseph C. 4/15/1894 01/10/90 Nelson, Alfred L. 7/12/1889 Crystal Spg 01/23/90 Jackson Young, Roosevelt 02/28/23 02/10/90 Landrum, Hollis T. 08/17/23 Harelston 02/19/90 Jackson Pigott, Charles H. 09/15/32 Meridian 03/29/90 Jackson Stephens, Kenneth (LP) 07/07/62 Saginaw, MI 04/05/90 Memphis,T Lowery, Thomas G. 12/10/04 Carroll Cty 04/21/90 Carroll Stephenson, W. M. 03/16/20 McComb 05/09/90 Vicksburg Brantley, Miriam G.(AM) Conway, MS 06/28/90 Kosciusko Roberts, Q. C. 07/06/18 Vancleve 10/01/90 Gulfport Cowan, Lucius 02/06/02 Cowan, FL 10/23/90 Hattsbg. Duke, Charles D. 07/24/20 Sandersville 11/07/90 Jackson Dillard, John Harmon 11/06/11 Clark Cty. 11/10/90 Canton Russell, Paul Eugene 11/10/25 Sardis 11/22/90 Greenwood Richmond, John W. 07/08/08 Lexington 12/13/90 Cameron, Roger 08/30/19 Shubuta 12/23/90 Beaugard Cumberland, Lonnia A. 03/18/19 Philadelphia 01/03/91 Yazoo City Peden, Harold 08/12/28 Philadelphia 01/08/91 Pearl Bailey, A. W. 7/1/1888 Coldwater 02/08/91 Greenleaf Ashmore, Charles E.(LP) 8/3/32 Lowndes Cty. 02/20/91 Pickens Wise, Louis (LP) 04/30/91 Verona Felder, Hugh R. 02/25/38 Felders 05/08/91 Felders Byrnes, Percy Shields 06/19/91 Elliott, Ocel Lex 1910 Itawamba Cty. 06/19/91 Lowndes Cty Long, Robert Lee, Sr. 06/21/91 Leggett, J. W., Jr. 10/11/07 Allen 07/18/91 Jackson Epps, Dunlap (LP) 03/09/03 Biloxi 09/05/91 Victoria Grisham, Roy Arnold 1905 Tippah Cty. 09/11/91 Montg. Al Snow, Presley (LP) 1909 10/01/91 Foster, Arthur (AM) 10/22/91 Waycross, Ga Pittman, Issac C. Sandy Hook 11/21/91 Lindsey, Jordan Allen 10/06/12 Brandon 12/11/91 Milry, Al Shelton, Thomas E. 05/08/10 Lamar Ct., Al 12/26/91 Columbus Bridges, Lewis 08/28/34 Lena 02/07/92 Picayune Grantham, W.E., (LP) 02/14/92 Lafayette, LA Granberry, Seth W. 02/18/13 Wesson 03/07/92 Yazoo City Hill, B. F. (LP) 02/05/05 Copiah Cty. 04/09/92 224 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

Bender, Nolan L. (LP) 08/10/09 Jasper Cty. 04/21/92 Laurel Scott, Harry L. (LP) 09/18/07 Doloroso 04/24/92 Vicksburg Hollingsworth, Rudolph 11/02/36 Carthage 05/19/92 Meridian Twitchell, James O. 07/29/12 Kosciusko 05/27/92 Drew Gallman, Andrew F. Sr. 1910 Centerville 06/16/92 Jackson Johnson, Allen Levi 08/30/14 Pearlington 09/01/92 Moss Pt. Allen, Smith Willie 08/02/09 Ripley 10/16/92 Memphis Stokes, Billy F. 1943 Homewood 11/02/92 Homewood McLelland, William C. 07/23/15 Hattiesburg 11/15/92 Jackson Hensen, William Howard 1929 Boonville 12/07/92 Boonville Hinson, James Noel, Sr 08/04/08 Nettleton 12/30/92 Carrollton Griffith, Walter Exo 09/15/06 Warren Cty. 03/01/93 Vicksburg Holloman, Garland H. 08/08/93 Dement, Frank 07/17/11 Meridian 08/24/93 Hattiesburg Beadle, Marvin Wallace 08/02/93 Metarie, LA Brown, Harris A. 02/15/06 Marion Cty 09/14/93 Columbia Lowery, Donald (LP) 10/29/93 Lane, Edwsard M. 11/15/93 Harris, James C. 08 Edwardsville, AL 11/16/93 Biloxi Joyner, William O. 09/07/28 Lauderdale 12/12/93 Kemper Ct Graham, John Harry 04/06/15 Corinth 01/06/94 Holly Spg Price, John Calvin 03/01/22 Magnolia 01/10/94 Columbia Dean, Harvill F. (LP) 01/08/94 Richards, Saint Joseph 02/21/49 04/03/94 Corinth Norton, Lawrence E. 10/29 Meridian 04/06/94 Magee Coleman, Lee Calvin 04/26/94 Louisville Coleman, Victor S. 03/15/13 Welden, LA 05/21/94 Seminary Thomas, Robert (AM) 10/09/41 Bruce 06/05/94 Bruce Harden, Lloyd S. 06/14/94 Geralds, Albert Lee 10/14/09 Yazoo City 06/16/94 Enterprise Payne, Charlemagne P, Sr. Hallettsville, Tx 07/30/94 Waco, TX Moorehead, Clay 04/04/13 Benton Ct. 08/16/94 Hickory Fl Grisham, Marshall Dean 11/21/13 Wheeler 08/31/94 Friendship Howell, James E. (AM) 03/16/21 Lucedale 09/13/94 Refuge Rencher, Ollie L. 08/20/1894 Scooba 10/17/94 Holly Spgs Clay, Wilmer H. 12/07/20 Kemper Ct. 11/01/94 Jackson Whitenton, George 06/13/20 Marianna, AK 11/23/94 Meridian Jordan, Frank Sumrall 11/25/94 Sumrall Fillingame, Don L. (AM) 08/27/28 Dixie 12/20/94 Dixie Stokes, Wilmer V. 04/13/03 Guntown 01/10/95 Brewer Kennedy, William D. (LP) 07/30/30 Magee 02/14/95 Biloxi Turnage, James, Sr. 08/06/19 Indinola 03/27/95 Jeff Davis Waugh, William David 10/06/12 Sallis 06/13/95 Taylorsville Walker, James A. 05/03/25 Green Ct., Ky 08/02/95 Jackson Reeves, Harry G. 07/18/20 Amite Ct. 08/10/95 Monticello Upton, Ottis 04/22/29 Bushnell, Fl 10/18/95 Kemper Ct. Jones, J. Melvin 07/20/11 Lackney, Tx 11/19/95 Lakeland, Fl Hudson, Grady (AM) 1911 Hackleburg, AL 12/06/95 Belmont Ellis, Ralph J. 04.25/13 Meridian 12/21/95 Natchez Brantley, Otho M. 08/29/10 Newton Ct. 01/01/96 Jackson Chaffin, Robert (AM) 08/24/42 Prentiss Ct. 10/12/96 New Albany Grisham, James R. 02/26/14 01/14/96 Tupelo Johnson, Joseph S. (LP) 01/29/96 Cantin, George Witte 02/15/96 Oxford Moore, John Weems 04/01/02 Gallman 03/01/96 Biloxi Scott, Roy T. (LP) 03/11/96 Lincoln Ct. The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 225

Styron, Richard J. (LP) 12/28/14 Smith Ct. 03/20/96 Brandon Nix, Amos (AM) 01/13/31 Leakesville 03/31/96 Moss Point Truman, Michael T. 08/27/00 Nedeau, MI 04/23/96 Piqua, OH Welch, Horace T. 1908 05/06/96 Jackson Johnson, Lee B. (LP) Prentiss 05/15/96 Pascagoula Potts, Charles L. 05/20/31 Potts Camp 05/17/96 Potts Camp Edwards, Estes (LP) 06/11/96 Gladney, Earle (LP) 02/13/21 Nettleton 06/21/96 Nettleton Tickell, Bobby Ray 07/05/33 Vicksburg 07/03/96 Knight, Connie M. (LP) 12/25/49 Union 07/09/96 Vicksburg Franklin, Charles Ray 12/08/24 Gallman 07/17/96 Crystal Springs Curtis, George W. 08 Choctaw Ct. 07/28/96 Elizabeth, KY Bailey, Berry Benton 09/28/08 Coldwater 08/26/96 Tupelo Wynn, Porter 01/01/02 Gallman 09/09/96 Smith, Walter D. 03/28/09 Jackson 09/23/96 Ripley Duke, Frederick 07/23/11 Allen, AL 10/18/96 Jackson, AL Hazlip, Bryant (LP) 11/25/96 Payne, John P. 09/23/11 Braxton 11/30/96 Carpenter Doggett, Blanton M. 1917 Kossuth 12/07/96 Picayune Robertson, Murry D. 03/31/30 Sallis 12/24/96 Foxworth Willoughby, James Evon 07/17/21 Carson 12/26/96 Jackson Rogers Jr., Clair Landis 09/14/13 Metcalf, CA 01/16/97 Columbus Richerson, William R. 11/16/12 Sara 02/10/97 Bullard, GA Blumer, Ed H. 08/15/02 Cestos, OK 02/26/97 Adams Tate, Rayford F. 01/04/08 03/02/97 Greenwood Minty, William R. (AM) 09/16/31 Ft. Dodge, IO 05/17/97 Mullins, Greek L. (AM) 12/07/33 Cascilla 07/17/97 Oliver, Gilbert 03/11/14 Matherville 07/17/97 Meridian Coleman, Aarchie B. (AM) Vicksburg 07/03/97 Meadville Williams, Burwell E. 08/08/97 Columbia Burnett, Marshall E.,Sr. 04/06/06 DeKalb 08/08/97 Meridian Purvis, Rupert (LP) 07/09/97 New Albany Stewart, Dudley (LP) 09/10/97 Hazlehurst Bishop, Audie C. 09/24/97 New Albany Randle, Charles L. 11/03/21 Vaiden 10/09/97 Pontotoc Lander, Percy W., Jr. 11/05/27 Kreole 10/24/97 Caswell S. Rushing, Lesley Wayne 05/28/32 Kokomo 08/31/97 Calif. Parke, Cecil William (AM) 03/13/38 Elec. Mls. 10/27/97 Escatawpa Dabbs, Joe 12/02/97 Holliday, James S. 08/11/20 Shannon 12/07/97 Jackson Johnson, Rosweitha Elliot 12/26/97 Wiggers, Charles Campbell 11/11/26 Indianola 01/19/98 Oxford Walley, Joseph Edward (AM) 02/17/98 Tourville, Elizabeth A. 02/26/98 New Albany Haley, W. C. (LP) Nesbitt 03/10/98 Como Benson, James E. 01/27/28 Meridian 03/21/98 Meridian Hopper, Jack Thaddeus (LP) 04/10/98 Arnett, Charles 09/08/26 05/03/98 FlRdUMC Ray, Crawford Love Caldonia 07/05/98 Amory Heard, Linda Faye 1949 09/11/98 Gilbert, Russell Jackson 08/04/18 09/13/98 Meridian Waters, Louis, Jr. 10/15/98 Newton Baker, John Leland 01/01/19 Stone Ct. 10/17/98 Jackson Thornton, Robert Andrew 01/19/98 Wilson, Edward Baxter 01/13/99 Batesville 226 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

Barron, Claude Edward 12/21/44 L.Rock, Ar 02/04/99 Noxapater Mabry, William Leslie Greenwood 02/20/99 Durant Fair, Harold Loyd 08/02/24 Tyronza, Ar. 03/08/99 Nashville Holston, Wilton, Sr. 12/22/29 Bond 03/10/99 Bond Himebrook, Robert R. 03/19/99 Holder, James H. Jr. 04/07/99 S. Haven Hegwood, Jerome Kerry 06/08/14 Tyler, TX 04/22/99 Waynesboro Lindsey, Merrill W. 02/25/11 Holly Spgs 04/29/99 Marshallc. Whitehurst, Barry Gibbs 09/20/29 Wakefield 05/13/99 Cockrum Park, David Franklin 07/21/44 Memphis 05/21/99 Rucker, Daniel H. 07/07/07 Cara 06/25/99 Lampton McCurley, Thomas L. Jr. 07/09/99 Peden, Milton Jay 09/18/15 Philadelphia 08/04/99 Winona Branning, Billy Joe 08/07/36 Sandtown 11/01/99 Sandtown Speck, William Edward 05/23/24 Sherman 01/11/00 Blue Spgs Smith, Aubrey B. 03/12/15 Liberty 01/26/00 Liberty Appleberry, C. E. 01/30/00 Dement, W. D. 01/30/00 Miller, W. T. 1913 02/07/00 Hickory Gr Williams, Jester C. 10/27/24 Greenwood 03/13/00 Perkins, James Q. 04/05/00 Dickson, Nathan A. 09/10/18 Hattiesburg 04/08/00 Columbia Lewis, A. D. 05/11/07 Natchez 04/15/00 Pontotoc L. B. Robinson 1913 Forrest C. 04/29/00 Brookhaven Sharp, Marshall E. 11/18/06 Scott C. 05/15/00 Sebastopol Lawrence, B. M. 05/25/02 Farmhaven 05/18/00 Union Ch. McClung, George (Sonny) 11/16/39 Newnan, GA 06/03/00 Jackson Volmer, Elmer 01/16/30 Chicago, IL 06/16/00 Seminary McBride, G. Huff 07/15/12 Richton 06/27/00 Laurel Scott, Ellis Winston 09/19/01 07/08/00 Carter, Malcom Ross 02/07/31 Hattiesburg 07/08/2000 Gulfport DeWeese, C. Edward, Jr. 05/04/1930,Bay City, TX 09/02/00 Zachary, LA Sampley, Charles W. 09/02/19 AL 10/10/00 Vidalia, GA Slay, James Dudley 11/18/08 Purvis 10/22/00 Turner, Coleman Adelbert 08/08/08 Clinton 11/11/00 Clinton Gilmore, Merle Quincy 04/16/15 Hazelhurst 11/13/00 Dexter, W.T. 1924 Tishomingo C. 2000 Iuka Miller, Charles Leroy 10/03/15 Choctaw C. 2000 Wheat, Frank 07/18/36 Bay St. Louis 04/04/01 Greenwood Walding, Lonnie M. 1922 07/05/01 McCafferty, James T., Jr. 06/14/20, Starkville 07/20/01, McComb Hyde, Rowland 11/14/24, Lafayette Co. 08/01/01, Iuka Ponder, L. P. 08/04/01 Moody, James 08/05/01 Roberts, James A. 01/11/41, Summit 09/28/01, Hattiesburg Wroten, James D., Jr. 08/30, Ripley 10/09/01, Jackson Allen, Clarence 10/10/01 Johnson, Claude W. 07/04/28, Kilmichael 10/13/01, Jackson Wolfe, Thomas H. 12/06/31, Philadelphia 10/30/01, Hattiesburg Simmons, William 11/15/01 Boone, Norman U. 02/06/11, Wanita, MS 11/20/01, Brookhaven Foster, Charles 12/14/ 01 Boyer, Robert L. 01/11/02 Dolloff, Leavitt A. 06/06/29, Winthrop, MA 01/18/02 Huffman, Robert M. 09/26/36, Pelahatchie 02/08/02, Hattiesburg Patrick, William D. 03/01/02 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 227

Palmer, Louis D. 1915 04/13/02, Moss Point Taylor, Lee Allen 1966 04/26/02 Thompson, George K. 06/02/15, Taylorsville 04/01/02, Collins Allie Mitchell Frazier 06/04/02, Harold L. Miller 06/22/02, James P. Perry 08/03/02, Julius A. McRaney 08/31/02 William O. Marble 1948 09/14/02 Roy A. Givins, Sr. 02/09/10 Simsboro,LA 10/19/02 Robert Thomas Welch 1936 10/23/02 Bruce Dodge, Sr. 11/09/02 Robert Minor Matheny 06/22/16 Matherville 11/26/02 Meridian F. L. Pendleton 01/01/03 Earl Howard 1920 02/17/03 Meridian R. Stewart Smith 1917 02/20/03 / Jackson Cawthon Bowen Burt 03/04/03 Curtis Lott 02/04/1930 Bassfield 03/08/03 J. C. Christian 1924 04/03/3 John Thomas Webb 1929 Meridian 04/18/03 Tipton, IN Clifton Whitlock 1925 Meridian 04/23/03 Jackson J. D. Ramey, Jr. 05/03/03 John Henry Jones 03/31/16 05/05/03 Jack M. Nabors 05/06/03 George Reese, Jr. 05/14/03 Joseph Roland Ballow 05/20/03 John Willard Legett, III. 05/26/03 Bishop, Jr., Allen David 09/38 06/22/03 Broadus, Lars 11/10 04/08/04 Lewis, Floyd 03/27/04 Bullock, Joseph Wells 03/15/04 Youngblood, Hollis 1918 03/08/04 Boyer, Charles 02/02/04 Nay, Robert 12/13/03 Savarese, Sr., Ralph 12/02/03 Speed, Larry Curtis 02/26/39 11/15/03 Howard, Robert 1920 10/18/03 Goodwin, Benjamin M. 07/21/03 Oxford Cessna, William 06/26/03 Rowe, Jr., William M. 05/28/03 Jones, John Henry 05/05/03 Grisham, James E. 06/18/38 Tippah County 05/23/04 Iuka Garrison, William Gray 11/30/35 06/03/04 Hill, Dennis Kenneth 09/28/48 Laurel 06/27/04 Walton, Roger Bernard 11/03/18 07/30/04 Lott, William Robert, Jr. 09/14/26 Amory 08/30/04 Memphis Abel, Ferrel Leon 08/18/16 09/17/04 Street, Harold Monroe 09/01/18 10/22/04 Hartfield, William Earl 01/11/24 Lamar County 11/02/04 Phillips, Walter M. 09/26/23 11/17/04 Schultz, A. Miller 01/01/23 Anguilla 12/13/04 Pennington, Walter B. 09/19/23 Franklin Com. 12/22/04 Starkville Muse, George D., Jr. 11/19/30 01/29/05 Holden, Wilton R. 11/30/32 Vancleave 02/13/05 Jackson Chatham, John William Jr. 02/27/24 Meridian 03/03/05 Starkville Clark, Albert Gladwin 07/06/19 Drew 03/24/05 228 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

Hubbard, Robert Kellis Jr. 07/26/26 Aliceville, AL 03/25/05 Starkville Wasson, Resa Elijah 09/22/06 Atalla County 04/30/05 Tupelo Davis, Cliford Elder Jr. 07/22/23 Guntown 07/11/05 Tupelo Hagler, Donald Webster 12/08/54 Clio, AL 07/12/05 Troy. AL Conoway, Merlin Dean 03/20/35 Amory 08/06/05 Tupelo Hearn, Mary Monday 08/23/05 Grisham, Betty Marie 08/31/05 Hunter, Richard Warren 06/20/28 Birmingham, AL 09/24/05 Little Rock, AR Jackson, Daniel Timothy, Sr. 05/14/08 10/09/05 Jackson, James Willard Jr. 10/31/42 Memphis, TN 10/17/05 Memphis, TN Brooks, Truman D. 09/27/21 Independence, MS 11/21/05 Memphis,TN Salley, Jerry 11/23/05 Landrum, Stanley Barnett 01/30/25 Walnut Grove 12/04/05 Smith, Clarence Jude 11/01/41 Coldwater, KS 01/14/06 Vancleave Elliot, James Farrar 03/20/06 Hathorn, Howard Lee 03/30/06 Bowie, Harry J. 04/19/06 Hollowell, Thomas Linder 08/29/42 LaFayette Co. 05/05/06 Oxford Taylor, Wendel P. C. 05-17-06 Miller, Owen 05/21/06 Busby, Leslie D. “Pete” 12/03/19 06/23/06 Gaddy, LaFayette Shaw 11/08/15 Allen, AL 06/28/06 Grove Hill, AL Meadows, Archie L. 09/24/14 07/09/06 Andress, Robert Edward 02/27/27 Andalusia, AL 07/23/06 Jackson Johnson, Thomas Murphy 12/12/37 Yazoo City 08/11/06 Equality, AL Camp, B. Frank 03/02/31 Skene 09/19/06 Raliegh Wallace, Hubert Gill 04/29/15 10/12/06 Harrell, Arnell N. 07/01/16 10/16/06 Oliver, Algernon M. 04/23/18 Yazoo City 11/02/06 Pensacola, FL McCord, Wayne Vincent 08/30/47 Memphis, TN 12/10/06 Greenville Barlow, Hubert 12/18/06 Kitchens, L. C. 09/13/32 Ozark 01/18/07 Red Bay, AL Bridewell, Joseph Albert 09/09/14 01/24/07 Humphrey, John D., Sr. 02/17/18 Tippah Co. 02/18/07 Tupelo Earls, Ray Clark 06/17/35 Steele, MO 02/26/07 Grammer, Glenn Roland 09/14/25 03/31/07 Mills, William G. 12/04/34 McLean. IL 04/26/07 Columbus Watts, Marie A. 03/21/42 Hattiesburg 05/04/07 Jackson Hedgepeth, Hiram Jessie 02/09/34 Lawrence Co. 05/24/07 Lucedale Jackson, B. P. 11/02/22 06/26/07 Pickens, William Ford 03/23/28 Chickasaw Co. 07/05/07 Tupelo Breland, William 11/24/19 Steep Hollow 09/01/07 Stone County Miller, Rush Glenn, Sr. 01/18/20 Philadelphia 10/03/07 Wood, Huey Edward 12/04/21 New Albany 10/13/07 Boonville Collier, Clinton Joe 08/24/14 10/18/07 Jeter, Doc 09/30/21 11/02/07 Howell, Elder, Sr. 06/25/24 Lucedale 11/06/07 Lucedale Thomas, John Edward, III 07/03/37 Woodville 11/24/07 Killingsworth, Jesse C. 03/11/21 Hazlehurst 12/02/07 Burns, Addie Leroy 04/24/34 01/25/08 Cottrell, Harry Lee 05/24/20 04/09/08 Wiginton, Henry Leaton 08/09/25 Tippah Co. 04/20/08 Burton, Riley Elbert, Jr. 05/08/40 Sandtown 05/02/08 Meridian Tartt, Harry Charles 10/10/1908 Biloxi 05/12/08 Ellis, Robert Lee, Jr. 05/15/19 05/13/08 Jones, Mary Claudell 01/09/36 05/31/08 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 229

Dickerson, Gordon E. 01/09/25 Johnson Station 07/02/08 Hattiesburg Earnest, Charles Edward, Jr. 09/25/22 Chickasaw Co. 07/03/08 Tupelo Barham, Ronald Jerry 02/07/43 Florence, AL 07/20/08 Meridian Flemming, George Harold Sr. 12/09/15 Theadville 08/06/08 Ridgeland Mainers, William Selby 04/30/27 Henderson, TN 09/09/08 Senatobia Alsworth, Marion Selby 01/27/27 Meridian 09/21/08 Jackson Hudnall, Helen Faye Junkin 03/10/46 Jackson 09/30/08 Natchez Jones, George Elliot 08/15/15 McComb 11/17/08 Dallas, TX Phillips, Burnell 04/22/22 12/28/08 Baylot, Sylvia McGuffie 04/16/40 Rosedale, MI 01/09/09 Tupelo Williamson, Dolphus Paul 10/07/27 Union 01/16/09 Hattiesburg Freeman, Gaston Howard, Jr. 09/29/27 Meridian 03/04/09 Jackson McLean, Oliver Talmadge 08/21/31 Whiteville, NC 03/27/09 Gulfport Lewelling, Otis George 07/20/37 04/19/09 Moss Point James Eckford Henry 04/10/25 Starkville 08/27/09 Starkville Bobby Joe Shell 09/15/43 08/31/09 Grady Sowell 09/10/28 09/25/09 William Don Sparks 01/27/43 10/05/09 Frances Louise Cotton 10/03/29 10/06/09 Danny Harold Minnix 02/14/46 10/09/09 Robert Ford 10/10/09 Jewell Galloway Babb, Jr. 08/24/24 Alcorn County 11/11/09 Corinth Tommy Maurice Murphy 12/30/41 Natchez 11/11/09 Attala County Earnest Andrew Smith 08/25/13 11/13/09 James Robert Stauddy 08/04/20 Bentley 11/15/09 Holcomb Johnny Q. C. James 04/27/23 Moselle 11/27/09 Greenwood Floyd William Price 07/20/27 Meridian 12/13/09 Meridian John Henry Morrow, Jr. 11/10/22 Bentonia 12/14/09 Ridgeland Samuel Jay Hull 05/17/27 Kemper County 01/24/10 DeKalb Roy Harmon Biggers 06/01/44 Meridian 01/28/10 Louin Cecil Brandt Jones 06/21/34 Vicksburg 02/04/10 Hattiesburg John William Hearty, Jr. 03/17/21 02/15/10 Patsy Alexander Elmore 11/05/29 02/19/10 Arthur John Roebuck 07/09/29 Framingham, MA 03/10/10 Jackson Roy Everett Bonner 09/01/18 Toxey, AL 03/25/10 Meridian Edwin Ayres Spencer, Jr. 11/20/20 Myrtle 04/05/10 Oxford John Kennedy Colenberg 11/16/60 04/26/10 John Floyd Carter 08/20/16 04/28/10 Denson Cromwell Napier 12/27/28 Seminary 05/09/10 Jackson Hollis Wesley Bryant 11/04/15 Ashland 05/11/10 Senatobia John M. Pettigrew 05/23/10 William Warren Watkins 07/16/27 Florence 05/23/10 Ridgeland

2. Surviving Spouses — Mississippi Conference *Denotes new entry Ainsworth, Claudine (Ainsworth, W. Earl)- P.O. Box 126, Marion, MS 39342 (601) 485-8924 Alexander, Anne H. (Alexander Sr., Robert D.)- 409-D Hwy 9 S., Pontotoc, MS 38863 (662) 489- 3724 Alexander, Beulah B. (Alexander, Robert Ford)- 210 Birmingham St., Louisville MS 39339 (662) 773-6126 Allen, Helen L. (Allen, Preston B.)- 319 23rd Ave., Meridian, MS 39301 (601) 693-3203 Allen, Sophia M. (Allen, Clarence)- P. O. Box 1063, West Point, MS 39773 Alsworth, Ellen (Alsworth, Marion Selby)- 312 Shiloh Oaks Rd., Pelahatchie, MS 39145 (601) 546- 2271 230 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

Anderson, Bobbie Ruth (Spinks, Willie Clifton)- 114 Ollie Lawrence Rd., Lucedale, MS 39452 Appleberry, Mary Louise (Appleberry, Clifton E.)- 44 Wood Boyd Rd., Tylertown, MS 39667 Arender, Mary Lou (Arender, Coley)- 500 Old Pearl Rd., Harrisville, MS 39082 (601) 846-3116 Arinder, Ava Ann (Arinder, Robert Neil)- 11008 Turtle Creek Lane, Frisco, TX 75035 Ashmore, Ora Grace (Ashmore, Charles Edwin)- 640 Highway 42, Sumrall, MS 39482 *Babb, Bernice (Babb, Jewel Galloway) – 1505 E Clover Ln., Corinth, MS 38834 (662) 287-9156 Bailey, Nelda Frances (Bailey, James Leo)- 811 Fallwood Dr., Columbus, MS 39701 Barham, Carroll (Barham, Ronald Jerry)- P.O. Box 718, Collinsville, MS 39325 (601) 626-8997 Barlow, Barbara (Barlow, Hubert) 5040B Beatline Rd., Long Beach, MS 39560 (228)868-2638 Barron, Dorothy Marie (Barron, Claude Edward)- 7825 Jackson Rd., Beaumont, TX 77706 (409) 861- 2197 Bartee, Virgia Mae (Bartee, Harry)- 505 N. Singleton St., Canton, MS 39046 (601) 859-3289 Baylot, Erwin, Sr. (Baylot, Sylvia McGuffie)- 7107 Hwy. 27, Vicksburg, MS 39180 (601) 636-2705 Bearden, Emma Jean (Bearden, Oland S.)- P. O. Box 1042, Hurley, MS 39555 Benson, Alice (Benson, James E.)- 5412 31st Place, Meridian, MS 39305-1517 (601) 482-3745 Berry, Cassie L. (Berry, Lawrence J.)- c/o Lawrence Berry, Jr., 11 Nancy Dr., Flintstone, GA 30725 *Biggers, Emily (Biggers, Roy Harmon) – 3125 CR 16, Louin, MS 39338 (601) 764-4972 Bonds, Jewell B. (Bonds Sr., John C.)- P.O. Box 173, Roxie, MS 39661 *Bonner, Virgie (Bonner, Roy Everett) – 341 Kirklin Rd., Tylertown, MS 39667 (601) 693-5488 Boyer, Marcia (Boyer, Robert Lee)- 9829 Pokia Way, Diamondhead, MS 39525 (228)365-9038 Branning, Linda (Billy Joe)- 12991 Road 610, Philadelphia, MS 39350 (601) 656-2604 Bridges, Frances (Bridges, Lewis)- 4110 Hwy 80, Lawrence, MS 39336 *Bryant, Elizabeth (Bryant, Hollis) - 507 Greer Rd., Coldwater, MS 38618 (662) 233-2480 Buie, Martha (Buie, John)- 304 Varick St., Jersey City, NJ 07302 Burton, Jean F. (Burton, Riley Elbert) 440 Lawrence Hazel Rd., Lawrence, MS 39336 (601) 683-2420 Busby, Shirley (Busby, Leslie “Pete”)- 450 Bethel Rd., Enid, MS 38927 (662) 647-5779 Byrne, Judith R. (Nicholas, Bruce L.)- 14550 Rialto Dr., Chesterfield, MO 63017 Cantin, Flora King (Cantin, George Witte) Carter, Elizabeth Hahn (Carter, Ross)- 12408 Cypress Dr., Gulfport, MS 39503 (228) 831-4579 Chatham, Betty Jane (Chatham, John William “JW”)- P.O. Box MU, Mississippi State, MS 39762 Clay, Bettie (Clay, Wilmer H.)- 25 Autumn Hill Pl., Jackson, MS 39211 (601) 956-6274 Coleman, Bobbie M. (Coleman, Archie)- 538 Coleman Ct., Auburn, AL 36830 Coleman, Edrel Kelly (Coleman, Victor S.)- 1451 Hayworth Rd., Port Charlotte, FL 33952 Collier, Loyce (Collier, Clinton Joe) P.O. Box 425, Morton, MS 39117 (601) 732-8786 Conoway, Mary (Conoway, Merlin Dean)- 1010 Buchanan St., Tupelo, MS 38801 (662) 842-8041 Cottrell, Louella (Cottrell, Harry Lee) 207 Marshal Manor, Marshal, AR 72650 (870) 448-5472 Crump, Jennie Ruth (Crump, A. W.)- 2428 Harriotte Ave., Jackson, MS 39209 Cumberland, Mary (Cumberland, Lonnie A.)- 526 E.10th St., Yazoo City, MS 39194 (662) 746-9319 Delmas, Francis (Delmas, James H.)- 111 Pittman Circle East, Pearl, MS 39208 (601) 939-9547 Denton, Dorcas G., 9501 Good Hope Rd., Milwaukee, WI 53224 Dexter, Betty Sue (William Thomas)- Box 114, Iuka, MS 38852 (662) 423-1777 Dickson, Mary (Dickson, N. A.)- 1007 Porter Street, Columbia, MS 39429 (601) 731-1711 Dodge, June (Dodge, Bruce Kenneth)- 3209 North 11th St., Ocean Springs, MS 39564 Dolloff, Acka (Dolloff, Leavitt A.)- 101 Lee Ann, Hazelhurst, MS 39083 Earnest, Lois (Earnest, Charles Edward))- 301 Pinehill Dr., Aberdeen, MS 39740 (662) 369-6566 Ellis, Rhoda Frances (Ellis, Ralph)-5401 Brownlee Rd., Stone Mountain, GA 30087 (770) 923-8963 Erby, Bertha (Erby, Shepard) Fair, Agnes Hunt (Fair, Harold L.)- 853 General George Patton Road, Nashville, TN 37221-2571 (615) 646-2246 Fillingame, Bobbie Jo (Fillingame, Don L.)-3421 Cecil Dr., Pearl, MS 39208 (601) 936-6376 Garrison, Peggy (Garrison, William)- P. O. Box 113, Etta, MS 38627 Gilmore, Vera Mae (Gilmore, M.Q)- Box 643, Pelahatchie, MS 39145 (601) 854-8564 Givens, Ellen (Givens, Roy A.)- 16741 Hwy 485, Vicksburg, MS 39180 Gober, Sandra (Gober, Willian T.) – c/o Kim Davis, 3112 Brittany Place, Pensacola, FL 32504 (850) 712-0444 Goff, Minnie V. (Goff, Will Garfield)- Box 415, Stonewall, MS 39363 (601) 659-7322 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 231

Gore, Lounett (Gore, Julian Andrew)- c/o Willie Gore, 5 Moore Rd., Poplarville, MS 39470 (601)498- 7943 Grantham, Eleanor B. (Grantham, William Elria) Grisham, Hilda (Grisham, James E.)- 1811 Independence Square, Iuka, MS 38852 Gunn, Evelyn (Gunn, Clyde)- 9251 N. Carlotta Lane, Brown Deer, WI 53209 Harper, Jessie Mae (Harper, Benjamin F.)- P.O. Box 471, Kosciusko, MS 39090 Harrell, Katherine (Harrell, Guy)- Rt. 1, Box 50, Madison, MS 39110 Harrell, Lena Mae (Harrell, Arnell N.) - P.O. Box 611, Starkville, MS 39760 (662) 323-8414 Harris, Irma M. (Harris, David Aubren)- 1600 Westwood Ave, Apt A18., Richmond, VA 23227 Hartfield, Katherine (Hartfield, William Earl)- 118 Fillingame Rd., Hattiesburg, MS 39401 (601) 545-8908 Hathorn, Clyde Whiteside (Hathorn, Howard Lee)- 2429 Lawndale #309, Tupelo, MS 38801 (662) 840-1401 Heard, Jr., Major (Heard, Lynda Faye)- 837 Fairwood Dr., Grenada, MS 38901 (662) 226-3151 Hedgepeth, Orell (Hedgepeth, Hiram Jessie) - 112 Basin Refuge Rd., Lucedale, MS 39453 (601) 947- 7287 *Henry, Maxine (Henry, James Eckford) – 180 West Point Rd., Starkville, MS 39759 (662) 323-5760 Henson, Elizabeth I. (Henson, William Howard)- 5906 Lynnbrier Ave., Memphis, TN 38120 Hill, Ellen W. (Hill, D. Kenneth)- #1 Southern Meadows, Lawrenceville, IL 62439 (618) 943-1445 Hinson, Frances (Hinson Sr., James Noel)- 93 Oakridge, Boyle, MS 38730 Holden, Jane (Holden, Wilton R.)- P. O. Box 25, Marion, MS 39342 (601) 482-8063 Holder, Elva Frances (Holder Jr., James H.)- Holliday, Vera Craig (Holliday, James)- 1075 Deryll, Jackson, MS 39212 (601) 371-1725 Hollingsworth-Morgan, Nancy C. (Hollinsgworth, Rudolf)- 3266 Hwy 613, Lucedale, MS 39452 Holston, Shirley (Holston, Wilton S.)- 227 Allstate Drive, Jackson, MS 39211 (601) 956-7488 Holyfield, Vivian J. (Holyfield, Sr., Orrey C.)- 303 Alexander Rd., Long Beach, MS 39560 Hopper, Vanda N. (Hopper, Jack Thaddeus) Howell, Addrianna (Howell, Elder, Sr.) 3200 Sally Parker Rd., Lucedale, MS 39452 (601)947-7149 Howell, Katherine (Howell, James Edward, Sr.)- 5137 Barton Agricola Road, Lucedale, MS 39452 (601) 947-1685 Hubbard, Sara (Hubbard, Robert K.)- 404 McKinley, Starkville, MS 39759 (662) 323-2493 Hudson, Corrine (Hudson, Grady)- 2800 West Main St., #10-A, Tupelo, MS 38801 Huffman, Imogene (Huffman, Robert M.)- 173 Somerset Dr., Hattiesburg, MS 39402 (601) 264-6303 Humphrey, Pat (Humphrey, John D., Sr.) - 2800 W. Main St., Cottage 204-B, Tupelo, MS 38801 (662) 841-0131 Hunter, Faye C. (Hunter, Charles Andrew)- 416 South 35th Ave., Hattiesburg, MS 39402 Jackson, Molly (Jackson Jr., James Willard)- 208 Womack Rd., Starkville, MS 39759 (662) 323-4387 *James, Cassie (James, Johnny Q. C.) – P.O. Box 636, Greenwood, MS 38935 (662) 455-6348 Jeter, Bertie (Jeter, Doc) 231 CR 526, Ripley, MS 38663 (662) 837-9537 Johnson, Gloria Fox (Johnson, Thomas Murphey) – 1142 AL Hwy. 259, Equality, AL 36026 (334) 541-4673 Johnson, Larry Darnell (Johnson, Rosweitha)- 984 Old Conley Rd. NE, Atlanta, GA 30354 (404) 361-7242 Jones, Ann (Jones, James L.)- 1100 Pace Parkway, Mobile, AL 36693 *Jones, Jewel (Jones, Cecil Brandt) – 103 Candlewick Rd., Hattiesburg, MS 39402 (601) 271-2306 Jones, Lacy Lee (Jones, Champinoise)- 107 CR 52816, Heidelberg, MS 39439 (601) 787-3637 Joyner, Betty A. (Joyner, William O.)- 5876 Lockwood Dr., Meridian, MS 39305-9772 Judge, Carmelite (Judge, James Ray)- 5302 N. 41st St., Phoenix, AZ 85018 Kennedy, Sue (Kennedy, William)- P. O. Box 227, Yazoo City, MS 39194 King, Emma K. (King, C. L.)- 3858 N. Wabash, Jackson, MS 39213 Kitchens, Geraldine (L. C. Kitchens) - P.O. Box 692, Belmont, MS 38827 Landrum, Erna M. (Landrum, Hollis T.)- 407 Lake Forest Dr., Vicksburg, MS 39183 (601) 638-5005 Landrum, Louise (Landrum, Stanley B.)- 607 Barkley Dr., Hamilton, TX 76531 Leggett, Carol (Leggett, III, J. Willard)- 644 Magnolia Cir. Gulf Shores, AL 36542 Lewelling, Yvonne (Lewelling, Otis George)- 2701 Dogwood Ln., Moss Point, MS 39562 (228) 588- 6583 232 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

Loftin, Mary B. (Loftin, Rex L.)- 5800 Old Providence Rd., Apt. 5303, Charlotte, NC 28226-6881 (704) 362-0460 Lott, Ann (Lott, William Robert)- 1 Savannah Square Dr., Cottage #11, Savannah, GA 31406 Lott, Doris (Lott, Curtis M.)- 3064 Yorktown Rd., Vicksburg, MS 39180 (601) 636-2593 Lowery, Martha R. (Lowery, Donald R.)- 9113 Forsythia Dr., Pascagoula, MS 39581 Mabry, Helenstine (Mabry, William L.)- P. O. Box 89, Durant, MS 39063 Marble, Nicki (Marble, William O.)- P. O. Box 712, Bay Springs, MS 39422 (601) 764-3925 Martin, Peggy (Martin, Billy G.)- 402 Lake Forest, Vicksburg, MS 39180 Matheny, Emily (Matheny, Robert Minor)-6600 Poplar Springs Dr., #D301, Meridian, MS 39305 (601) 482-6911 McBride, Edna H. (McBride, George H.)- 245 Will Hayes Rd., Ellisville, MS 39437 (601) 429-1633 McCafferty, Miriam Stamps (McCafferty, Jr., James T.)- 201 Burke St., McComb, MS 39648 (601) 684-1182 McGlowan, Alberta (McGlowan, James Thomas) McLelland, Wilma (McLelland, William C.)- 104 Linden, Clinton, MS 39056 (601) 924-1622 Miller, JoAnn B. (Miller, Rush Glen) P.O. Box 643, Jeffersonville, NY 12748 Mills, Betty (Mills, William G.) - 101 Northwood Dr., Louisville, MS 39339 (662) 773-6910 *Minnix, Mary (Minnix, Danny Harold) – 138 Bentley Dr., Tupelo, MS 38804 Minty, Marty (Minty, Bill)- 61 Perry Place, Canandaigua, NY 14424 Moorehead, Wilma (Moorehead, H.C.)- 798 Williams Rd., Byhalia, MS 38611 Moragne, Elsie C. (Moragne, Herbert A.)- 46 Tatum Camp Rd., Purvis, MS 39475 *Morrow, Marion (Morrow, John Henry, Jr.) – 600 S Pear Orchard Rd. Apt. 329, Jackson, MS 39211 (601) 956-9699 Mosley, Mary Nell (Mosley, John Wesley)- 72 Chickasaw St., Starkville, MS 39759 (662) 323-2418 Mullen, Mary Frances (Mullen, Greek L.)- 1127 Redgrass Rd., Grenada, MS 38901 (662) 665-1528 Murphy, Margaret Ann Higgason (Higgason, Paul Lavert)- 1300 CR 14, Myrtle, MS 38650 (662) 538-9833 Nabors-Wolfe, Jackie (Nabors, Jackie Moore)- P. O. Box 828, Lake Junaluska, NC 28745 (828) 452- 7176 Nabors, Margaret (Nabors Jr., James L.)- 1803 W. Borroum, Corinth, MS 38834 (662) 287-7244 *Napier, Jean (Napier, Denson) – 1510 Northlake Cir., Jackson, MS 39211 (601) 957-9526 Newell, Florida B. (Newell, Wisdom)- Box 2081, Shubutta-Eucutta Rd., Shubuta, MS 39360 Nix, Alberta (Nix, Amos)- P. O. Box 8412, Moss Point, MS 39563 473-6195 Nix Ford, Patricia Lee (Nix, John Paul)- 222 Monterey Dr., Naples, FL 34119 Oliver, Dee (Oliver, Algernon M.) - 10100 Hillview Rd., Pensacola, FL 32514 (850) 476-9065 Park, Carey (Park, David)- P. O. Box 262, Houlka, MS 38850 Parke, Patricia (Parke, Cecil “Bill”)- P. O. Box 206, Guin, AL 35563 (205) 468-2139 Parker, Carol W. (Parker, Clarence)- 3046 Dominion Ct., Safety Harbor, MI 34695 Payne, Minnie Grace (Payne, John P.)- 1677 Gilbert Rd., Utica, MS 39175 (601) 885-8089 Peden, Elsie (Peden, Milton Jay)- 4866 Buggs Ferry Rd., Macon, MS 39341 Peden, Louise Moeller (Peden, Harold G.)- 233 Moore St., Pearl, MS 39208 (601) 932-2421 Pendleton, Irene (Pendleton, F. L.)- 13009 Hwy 51, Hazelhurst, MS 39083 Perry, Bernice (Perry, James “Perk”)- 419 Shady Acres Road, Tupelo, MS 38804 (662) 841-2932 Phillips, Margie (Phillips, Burnell)- 431 Point Dr., Brandon, MS 39042 (601) 955-7933 Pickens, Alice Louise (Pickens, William Ford) 2251 CR 402, Houston, MS 38851 (662) 447-5791 Pittman, Sallie B. (Pittman, Isaac C.)- 1405 Rowan Ave., Columbia, MS 39429 Potts, Joann (Potts, Charles)- 4621 Bell Wood Dr., Olive Branch, MS 38654-6220 Price, Etta Watts (Price, John Calvin)- Box 609, Foxworth, MS 39483 *Price, Ruby Ella (Price, Floyd William) – 1845 Cottage Ln., Meridian, MS 39305 (601) 485-8987 Proctor, Virginia A. (Proctor, William Lee)- 148 Pecan Hill Dr., Clinton, MS 39056 Ramey, Cleo (Ramey, J. D.)- 23 E. Baylis Rd., Columbia, MS 39429 Ranager, Elizabeth L. (Ranager, Walter C.)- P. O. Box 720, Madison, MS 39130 Randolph, Bobbie Jean (Randolph, James David)- P. O. Box 23611, Jackson, MS 39225 Rankin, Anna B. (Rankin, Haney May)- c/o Mary Evans, P. O. Box 155, Pearlington, MS 39572 Ray, Carrie P. (Ray, Douglas M.)- 18600 Steel St., Detroit, MI 48235 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 233

Ray, May Evelyn (Ray, Crawford)- P.O. Box 512, Amory, MS 38821 (601) 256-3417 Reese, Martha (Reese, George S.)- 118 Gillespie Dr., Indianola, MS 38751 Reynolds, Maxine (Reynolds, Lemuel H.)- 13198 Quitman Meridian Hwy., Meridian, MS 39301 Rice, Edith (Rice, Willard Clois)- 3751 Johnville Hwy, Lake City, SC 29560 (843) 386-6806 Roberts, Jane (Roberts, James Alver)- 2120 County Line West, Summit, MS 39666 Robertson, Merlene (Robertson, Murry)- 723 Ladner St., Purvis, MS 39475 (601) 794-3957 *Roebuck, Rosemarie (Roebuck, Arthur John) – 125 Whiperwill Rd., Brandon, MS 39047 (601) 992- 9528 Rogers, Marjorie Woods (Rogers, Benjamin)- 300 Airline Rd., Apt C-1, Columbus, MS 39703 Rogers, Mary E. (Rogers, Landis)- Box 334, Columbus, MS 39703 (662) 328-3624 Rushing, Eunice (Rushing, Leslie Wayne)- 950 Alden Lane, Livermore, CA 94550 Russell, Barbara (Russell, Paul Eugene)- 203 Briarwood Cir., Greenwood, MS 38930 Salley, Peggy (Sally, Jerry Lee)- P O Box 73, Lyon MS 38645 (662) 627-3440 Scarborough, Jannie B. (Scarborough, Preston)- 1432 Highway 587, Morgantown, MS 39483 Shaw, Ruth C. (Straw, Brice Willie)- 306 Forest Blvd., Apt 2, Columbus, MS 39702 Shell, Johnny Ethel (Shell, Bobby Joe) 5933 Baxter Dr., Jackson, MS 39211 (601) 316-6319 Shelton, Sarah B. (Shelton, Thomas Edward)- 324 Taylor St., Columbus, MS 39702 Sills, Helen Faye, 1232 Vaughn Rd., Memphis, TN 38122 Smith, Alice (Smith, Clarence Jude “CJ”)- 9801 Hidden Lake Rd., Vancleave, MS 39565 (228) 826- 4376 Smith, Beatrice (Smith, E. Binford)- 4663 Mill Pond Dr., Troy, MI 48095 (248) 528-3257 Smith, Frances (Smith, R. Stewart)- 1078 Cedar Hill Dr., Jackson, MS 39206 Smith, Olivia D. (Smith, Henry Y.)- Box 255, Union, MS 39365 (601) 774-8077 Smith, Pollie J. (Smith, Alexander) *Sparks, Carolyn (Sparks, William Don) – 7586 Hwy 363, Mantachie, MS 38855 (662) 282-4066 Speck, Georgia M. (William Edward)- P. O. Box 216, Sherman, MS 38869 Speed, Charley Sue (Speed, Larry C.)- P. O. Box 184, Collins, MS 39428 (601) 765-0579 Speed, Mary (Speed, John C.)- 2041 Grand Ave., Mariah’s House, Yazoo City, MS 39194 (601) 264- 6993 *Spencer, Gladys (Spencer, Edwin Ayres, Jr.) – 100 Azalea Dr., Room 213, Oxford, MS 38655 (662) 234-7824 *Stauddy, Scottie (Stauddy, James Robert) – 75 Darlene Cove, Grenada, MS 38901 (662) 417-2930 Stephens, Hillery Louise (Stephens, Kenneth Wilson)- P.O. Box 334, Winona, MS 38967 Stokes, Sallie M. (Stokes, Albert W.)- P.O. Box 143, Philadelphia, MS 39350 Suitor, Thelma (Suitor, Roy A.)- P.O. Box 7093, Meridian, MS 39305 Sutherland, Coralie M. (Sutherland, B.L.)- 1002 Lafayette Ave., Pascagoula, MS 39567 Taplin, Mamie (Taplin, Davis J.) Thomas, Bobbie Ruth (Thomas, Gaines M.)- 356 CR 39, Vossburg, MS 39366 Thomas, Margaret E. (Thomas, John Edward) 153 Timberton Dr., Hattiesburg, MS 39401 (601) 554- 3222 Thompson, Beulah (Thompson, George Kerney)- P. O. Box 268, Taylorsville, MS 39168 (601) 785-4390 Thornton, Jr., Jamie C. (Thornton, Jr., Robert Andrew) Trammell, Ella (Trammel, Theodore)- 55 Gammon Ave., SE, Atlanta, GA 30315 Tucker, Vitha A. (Tucker, Ellis Eugene) Turnage, Evelyn A. (Turnage, James L., Sr.)- 7024 Highway 18, Utica, MS 39175 (601) 885-6718 Upton, Sarah Hail, (Upton, Ottis)- 3551 36th Ave., Meridian, MS 39307 (601) 482-3491 Vollman, Delma M. (Vollman, Elmer)- 150-A Crosby Rd., Seminary, MS 39479 (601) 722-9155 Wallace, Kathleen (Wallace, Hubert Gill) - 41 Westgate Rd., Ashville, NC 28806 (828) 253-0236 Ward, Gladys (Ward, Geoffrey)- 7862 Fentress-Panhandle Rd., McCool, MS 39108 Waters, Mary Sue (Waters Jr., Louis)- 1882 Pecan Rd., Newton, MS 39345 (601) 727-3784 *Watkins, Meta (Watkins, William Warren) – P.O. Box 820307, Vicksburg, MS 39182 (601) 638-4192 Waugh, Mattie Irene (Waugh, W.D. “Bill”)- 806 Leaf River Dr., Taylorsville, MS 39168 (601) 785-4381 Weaver, Harriet P. (Weaver, Irvin)- 12 Truro St., Quincy, MA 02169 Webb, Grace (Webb, John Thomas)- P. O. Box 615, Arcadia, IN 46030 Webb, Kayretha S. (Webb, Clyde)- Box 982, Leakesville, MS 39451 (601) 352-3286 Welch, Charlotte C. (Welch, Jr., Robert Thomas)- P. O. Box 542, Amory, MS 38820 (662) 256-3514 234 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

Wheat, Virginia (Wheat, Frank)- 433 Pinehurst Dr., Meridian, MS 39305 (601) 681-9287 Whitlock, Mettie Miller (Whitlock, Clifton)- 215 Walnut St., Ridgeland, MS 39157 Wiggers, Mary (Wiggers, Charles Campbell)- 1343 Higgins Tr., Pontotoc, MS 38863 (662) 509-8208 Wiginton, Mary Ann (Wiginton, Henry Leaton) 12227 Sheffield Rd., Gulfport, MS 39503 (228) 861- 1339 Williams, Opal (Williams, Burwell E.)- 12 Fortenberry Drive, Foxworth, MS 39483 Williamson, Naomi (Williamson, James A.)- 214 Beaver Trail, Pelham, AL 35124 (205) 987-7391 Williamson, Sybil (Willliamson, Dolphus Paul)- 2039 Briarwood Dr., Laurel, MS 39440 (601) 408-2774 Wolfe, Ada J. (Wolfe, James F.)- 14221 O’Neal Rd., Apt.11, Gulfport, MS 39503 Wolfe, Carolyn (Wolfe, T. Hillman)- 200 Patton Ave., Hattiesburg, MS 39401 (601) 545-8545

E. Awards n Harry Denman Award — Betsy Shelton, Eddie Lee Jones, and Lydia Smith n Emma Ellzey Award — Rev. Ludrick Cameron n Tobias Gibson Award — Rev. David Harrison n Asbury Award — Dr. Frances Lucas n New Places for New People Awards — Brookhaven District: Chapel of the Cross, Columbia East Jackson District: McLaurin Heights, Pear; Christ, Jackson; Crossgates, Brandon; Canton, Canton; St. Mark’s, Brandon; Trinity Mission Center, Forest; St. Matthew’s, Madison Greenwood District: St. Luke, Cleveland; Christ, Indianola Hattiesburg District: Gitano, Gitano; Grandview, Petal; West Lake, Hattiesburg; Heritage, Hattiesburg; Asbury, Petal Meridian District: Great Spirit, Philadelphia; Grace, Quitman; New Mt. Zion, Shubuta; College Park, Meridian; New Beginnings, Meridian New Albany District: Biggersville, Booneville; Christ, Oxford; Calvary, New Albany; St. Andrews, Oxford; Christ, Ripley; Christ, Booneville; Golden Chapel, Golden; Christ, Corinth Seashore District: Grace, Lucedale; Ramsay Memorial, Gulfport; Christ, Long Beach; Diamondhead, Diamondhead; Gateway, Gulfport; H A Brown Memorial, Wiggins; Heritage, D’Iberville; Trinity, Picayune; DeLisle: Mt. Zion, Pass Christian Senatobia District: Southaven First, Southaven; Getwell Road, Southaven; Trinity, Marks; Lifespring, Southaven Starkville District: Aldersgate, Starkville; Christ, West Point; Broadacres, Columbus; St. Stephens, Starkville Tupelo District: St. Luke, Tupelo; St. Mark, Tupelo; Cornerstone, Tupelo; The Orchard, Tupelo West Jackson District: St. Johns, Clinton; Eagle Lake, Redwood; Parkway Hills, Madison; Aldersgate, Jackson; Forest Hill, Jackson; Clinton: Lynch Chapel, Jackson; Middlebrook, Jackson; Alta Woods, Jackson n Healthy Church Awards — Anderson UMC, Jackson; Beauregard UMC, Wesson; Byhalia UMC, Byhalia; Central UMC, Jackson; Christ UMC, Indianola; Columbus First UMC, Columbus; Crystal Springs UMC, Crystal Springs; Eupora First UMC, Eupora; Starkville First UMC, Starkville; Galloway UMC, Jackson; Heritage UMC, Hattiesburg; Johnston Chapel, Summit, MS; Laurel First UMC, Laurel; Madison UMC, Madison; Marvin UMC, Florence; Mount Evergreen UMC, Iuka; Mt. Pleasant UMC, Gulfport; Oak Grove UMC, Hattiesburg; Pleasant Grove UMC, Monticello; Revels Memorial UMC, Greenville; Rocky Springs UMC, Iuka; Saltillo First UMC, Saltillo; Samuel Chapel UMC, Itta Bena; St. James UMC, Columbus; St. Matthew’s UMC, Madison; Trinity UMC, Brandon; Walden Chapel UMC, Goodman; Wells Memorial UMC, Jackson; Wesley UMC, Kosciusko; Wesley UMC, Louisville; Wesley Chapel UMC, Meridian; White Oak UMC, Crystal Springs n John Wesley Fellowship Award — Judge Dillard The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 235

Section VIII

Council on Finance & Administration Report #1

1. Organization and Responsibilities and Recommendations As defined in Section 611 of the 2008 Book of Discipline, the purpose of the Council on Finance & Administration shall be to develop and administer a comprehensive and coordinated plan of fiscal and administrative policies, procedures, and management services for the annual conference. The Mississippi Conference Council on Finance and Administration shall have an Executive Committee comprised of the following five individuals: Council Chair, Council Vice Chair, and chairs of the sub committees on benevolence, clergy support, and administration. The Council on Finance and Administration (CFA) has examined the financial and administrative policies and procedures of the annual conference, including the whole process of agency and institutional funding and Apportioned Mission Share allocations for local churches. Herein are our recommendations of procedures and policies to be followed by the Mississippi Annual Conference. The conference budget is moving from being a funding mechanism for mission, ministry, and clergy benefits through the direct bill process for the Clergy Pension Benefit. With that implementation, the conference budget represents the local churches work together in mission and ministry beyond the local church. The 2010 budget and the proposed 2011 budget are proportionately larger for mission and ministry than it has been in the past years. Therefore, the CFA is requesting the 2010 Annual Conference’s permission to immediately begin using the term Apportioned Mission Share in lieu of apportionments. Apportioned Mission Share better describes each local churches financial part in those ministries that are larger than a local church can do on their own. Thus the annual conference body decides to do that work together with each local church sharing in the funding plan for the mission and ministry work.

2. Annual Conference Member Responsibility (2008 Discipline paragraph 247.14 & 251.2) Lay and clergy members of the Annual Conference have the disciplinary responsibility of interpret- ing the conference mission and ministry plan and budget adopted at Annual Conference to their congregations. This includes telling the story of our shared ministries across Mississippi and around the world and funding at 100% the apportioned mission share for each congregation. Before Annual Conference ■ Pray for your work as a member to Annual Conference. ■ Learn about the items that will be presented at Annual Conference by attending the pre-conference briefing and by studying the Pre-conference Workbook. ■ Share this information with the leaders of your church so that you will be able to wisely engage as a member of Annual Conference. At Annual Conference ■ Attend the sessions of Annual Conference and learn all you can about the scope of our shared ministry through the United Methodist Church. ■ Approve a budget that will fund our denominational shared ministries. After Annual Conference ■ Report to your local church council on actions of the Annual Conference as soon as possible, but no later than three months after the close of conference (Par. 251.2). ■ Interpret to your church and charge conference “…the importance of the apportioned mission shares, explaining the causes supported by each of them and their place in the total program of the church. The World Service Fund is basic in the financial program of The United Methodist Church. World Service apportioned mission shares represent the minimum needs for mission and ministry of the worldwide United Methodist Church.” Conference benevolences represent 236 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

the minimum monetary needs for mission and ministry in the Mississippi Annual Conference (Par.247.14). ■ Pay your apportioned mission share at 100%. Payment in full of these apportioned mission shares is the first benevolent responsibility of each congregation (Paragraph 247.14). ■ Continue educating your congregation throughout the year about the ministries supported by the apportioned mission shares. Resources The following resources are available to help you interpret the apportioned mission shares to your church: ■ 2011 Budget tabloid entitled Arise, Shine, Go ■ Mississippi United Methodist web site www.mississipipi-umc.org ■ Sharing God’s Gifts web site www.umcgiving.org 3. Conference Expenditures Internal control and accounting policies adequate to properly safeguard the assets of the conference have been examined by the CFA. The controls and polices are on file in the Treasurer’s office and are available for review during normal business hours. CFA believes the controls and policies are currently adequate but the council pledges to review them annually and update them as the necessity is determined.

A. Annual Conference Per Diem Each pastoral charge shall provide for the lodging and meal expenses of their pastor(s), lay members(s), deacon(s) in full connection, and diaconal minister(s) attending Annual Conference. The clergy and diaconal ministers in special appointments shall have their expenses paid by the agency served. Per diem expense paid by the conference will begin with the opening session of Annual Conference and end with the closing session. Per diem expenses paid by the annual conference shall be at the following rate: fifty dollars ($50.00) per night for lodging when staying in a motel/hotel and five dollars ($5.00) per meal. There will be no reimbursement from the annual conference for travel. Those eligible for per diem from the annual conference are the following: a. Retired Clergy b. Disabled Clergy c. Retired Diaconal Ministers d. Disabled Diaconal Ministers e. Conference Lay Leader f. District Lay Leaders g. Conference President of United Methodist Women h. Conference President of United Methodist Men i. Conference President of United Methodist Youth j. President or equivalent officer of Conference Young Adult Organization k. Chairpersons of all conference boards, committees, councils, and commissions, if laypersons l. District Presidents of United Methodist Men m. District Presidents of United Methodist Women n. District Presidents of United Methodist Youth o. Equalizing lay members, as named by the district p. Seminary students who are certified candidates for ministry and approved by the Board of Ordained Ministry, except those students who serve churches within the bounds of the conference. q. Special cases approved by the Cabinet, such as mission charges r. Conference and District Directors of Lay Speaking Ministries

B. Conference Compensation The pay period of clergy shall begin on July 1 and end on June 30 of the next year. Compensation is to be paid as earned. In no instance shall compensation be paid in advance by the conference or any entity amenable to the annual conference. The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 237

Salaries of conference personnel, clergy and lay, shall be given priority and paid in equal monthly installments. Travel expenses in the work of the conference shall be paid on voucher at the rate established by the Internal Revenue Service for business miles. Staff persons on conference business shall provide the following documentation: purpose of travel, mileage, copies of hotel bills, documentation for meals, receipts for car rental, parking, and tolls. In situations where staff persons are requested to travel outside the conference on conference related business, rental cars should be requested only when their use will be more economical than public transportation or when a special situation applies, e.g., excessive material to carry, out-of-the-way location, extensive local travel. If the roundtrip travel per mile exceeds the most economical airfare available for the date of travel at the time the travel request was submitted (plus airport-related ground transportation costs), the lesser amount will be reimbursed. The conference treasurer is hereby authorized to withhold funds from the salaries of annual conference personnel for the purpose of investing said funds in tax deferred programs and for payment of salary reduction reimbursement plans in keeping with Internal Revenue Service policies when such request is made by conference personnel.

C. District Superintendents, Directors, Administrative Assistant to the Bishop, and Senior Staff Level Compensation The Mississippi Conference shall provide equal salaries and equitable support packages for the district superintendents. Compensation shall be defined as cash salary plus housing provisions. The cash salary amount is determined annually by the CFA and the housing provision is determined by the district. Directors, Administrative Assistant to the Bishop, and Senior Staff Compensation will be determined by the CFA and by appropriate responsible conference committee and/or Table, and will not exceed District Superintendents compensation. Each district shall provide a district parsonage or housing allowance and funding for utilities. The district shall also maintain, equip, and fund the operation of a district office, including all elements of compensation for a secretary or other lay employees. The salary shall be remitted either semi-monthly or monthly from the conference treasurer’s office. Travel, continuing education, and reimbursable expenses shall be paid after vouchers have been submitted with appropriate documentation. Travel expenses will be reimbursed using the same policy as conference staff. The expenses to the required training experience for newly appointed district superintendents and director of Connectional Ministries shall be paid by the conference. Salaries approved by Annual Conference will constitute maximum compensation. CFA is hereby authorized to review and fix annual compensation by November 30 prior to the upcoming budget year and may adjust the amount as determined by economic conditions.

D. Moving Expense The church receiving a new pastor shall negotiate moving expenses of the pastor. The moving expenses of incoming conference personnel shall be paid from the conference administration fund. The moving expenses of an incoming district superintendent shall be paid by the district from district funds. Moving expenses for a retiring minister or a minister going on disability shall be paid by the conference treasurer in an amount to cover his/her approved expenses as defined below in an amount not to exceed $1,800. The move of a minister’s surviving spouse and immediate family following the death of a minister serving an appointment shall be paid by the conference from the conference administration fund in an amount not to exceed $1,800. The conference payment will be limited to actual documented cost. A maximum of $1,800 will be available toward the prorated cost of moves outside the bounds of the conference. The allowable reimbursement will be based on mileage inside the conference bounds divided by the total mileage of the move. The approved costs as described above multiplied by the percentage will determine the reimbursable amount. Moving expenses can be paid within one year of retire¬ment, disability, or death of ministers. The moving expenses for student pastors returning to the conference for an appointment shall be paid from their place of residence at the seminary to the annual conference line in an amount not to exceed $1,800. The local church receiving such pastor shall pay the moving expenses from the confer- 238 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 ence line to said local church parsonage. The conference payment shall be paid from the conference administration fund and shall cover the actual documented costs. The moving expenses of an effective member of another annual conference transferring into this conference shall be paid from the conference administration fund from his/her place of residence to the annual conference line up to a maximum of $1,800, if the move is initiated by the bishop and Cabinet. The local church receiving such transfer minister shall pay the expense from the conference line to said local church parsonage. If the minister initiates the move, he/she shall pay the expense to the conference line and the local church receiving such transferred minister shall pay the expense from the conference line to said local church parsonage.

E. Task Force Expenses The expenses of persons called by the bishop for meetings shall be referred to the CFA for funding at the usual rate for conference committee meetings unless otherwise provided.

F. Travel Reimbursement–Conference Committees and Boards Conference agencies, boards, and committees receiving church funds have both a fiduciary and stewardship responsibility to determine that all expenditures are reasonable, necessary, appropriate, and directly related to their mission. In compliance with IRS regulations the conference shall pay travel at the rate established by the IRS for charitable travel on a per-mile basis by the most direct route. No mileage is to be allowed for persons attending meetings who are otherwise allowed travel expenses in connection with their positions in the church. No mileage is to be allowed for persons attending meetings in the town of their residence. No mileage is to be allowed for persons attending conference committee meetings at Annual Conference who are members of the annual conference. It is strongly recommended that travel to meetings be by carpool. Travel shall be paid for conference meetings only if the meeting is within the bounds of the annual conference. Travel to out of conference meetings should be approved by the chairperson of the sponsoring conference committee, agency, or board. The following documentation shall accompany the request for reimbursement: purpose of travel, copies of hotel bills, documentation for meals, receipts for car rental, parking and tolls. Rental cars should be requested only when their use will be more economical than public transportation or when a special situation applies, e.g., excessive material to carry, out-of-the-way location, or extensive local travel. If the person to be reimbursed drives, and the round trip travel per mile exceeds the most economical airfare available for the date of travel at the time the travel request was submitted (plus airport-related ground transportation costs), the lesser amount will be reimbursed. No reimbursement will be made for lost time that is incurred by a person attending conference meetings. All in-travel meal subsidies shall be set at the maximum of $5 for breakfast, $5 for lunch and $5 for dinner. This does not apply to meals arranged by a board or agency during a meeting of the group. A group meeting all day or longer may arrange for a meal to be served at a higher cost if necessary. Any request for meal reimbursement, other than the allowances stated, must be accompanied by actual receipts. Cash advances shall be kept to a minimum. If an advance is needed, the request shall be made on the Conference Voucher, and approved by the chairperson of the sponsoring conference committee, agency, or board. Advances should be for specific trips or events and shall be settled by the person within one week of the termination of a trip or event. A form acceptable to the Internal Revenue Service to verify meeting travel expenses for income tax credit as a donation is available in the conference treasurer’s office. This can be used when travel expenses are not reimbursed. G. Capital Expenditures As a matter of policy, the CFA will not include proposed capital expenditures as a part of the regular budgetary process of the annual conference. Capital needs should be serviced through special appeals and/or capital campaigns. The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 239

4. Conference Operating Reserve/Authority To Borrow The Executive Committee of the CFA is authorized to use the conference reserves for emergency situations as determined by the committee. Additionally, the Executive Committee of CFA is authorized to borrow up to $500,000 for emergency needs and shall be reported to the full CFA at its next meeting. 5. Formula for Establishing Apportioned Mission Shares The information provided by each local church at the end of the year shall be used to provide the statistical base for each church’s fair share of the conference budget. The last two years of available statistical data will be used in computing a resulting fraction that will become the local church’s index, and represents its proportionate fair share of the budget. (Divide the average amount spent by the local church on the statistical line items 53 through 62 over the last two years by the amount spent by all churches in the conference on those items to compute the church’s index.) Appeals for changes in Apportioned Mission Shares made because amounts were incorrectly reported shall be made to Council on Finance and Administration through the Conference Treasurer. The CFA will study the Apportioned Mission Share formula to determine a fair and equitable allocation based on resources rather than expenditures. This supports the Stewardship emphasis of the Conference. A. The base shall be 2009 statistical table lines: a. Line No. 53 Pastor’s Base Compensation b. Line No. 54 Appointed Associate(s) Base Compensation c. Line No. 55 Housing & Related Allowances Paid Appointed Pastor and Associate(s) d. Line No. 56 Payments to Appointed Pastor and Associate(s) for reimbursable plans e. Line No. 57 Amount of Non Accountable Plan Paid Appointed Pastor and Associate(s) f. Line No. 58 Deacon(s) Compensation and Benefits g. Line No. 59 Diaconal Minister(s) Compensation and Benefits h. Line No. 60 Other Staff Compensation and Benefits i. Line No. 61 Current Expenses for Local Church Program j. Line No. 62 Local Church Operating Expenses B. The Apportioned Mission Share for a new congregation shall be determined as follows: First full year after charter shall be a grace period. Apportioned Mission Shares shall be phased in over the next five years at twenty percent (20%) of the formula amount for the next year and increasing by twenty percent (20%) over each of the following four years. (A five-year phase in at 20 percent per year.) C. The CFA recommends the continuation of the Merit Award program. Churches paying 100 percent of every Apportioned Mission Share line item and 100% of Clergy Pension Benefits will be commended by the CFA at each Annual Conference. Churches that have increased or improved their Apportioned Mission Share remittances and Clergy Pension Benefits will be recognized for their efforts. An appropriate achievement certificate will be given by the district superintendent at the Charge Conference to each church achieving the two categories.. 6. Church Grants All annual conference boards, committees, commissions, agencies or individuals related thereto, making application for General Church funds and/ or other grants administered by any conference, jurisdictional, or general agency of the United Methodist Church or any other entity, shall first furnish copies of such applications to those conference officers charged with the role of consultation in paragraph 718 of The 2008 Book of Discipline: the presiding bishop, the director of Connectional Ministries or equivalent, the Leadership Council, and the appropriate district superintendent(s). An accounting of actual use of funds must be presented to the conference treasurer’s office within 90 days of the final distribution of funds. 7. Investment Policy All funds of the annual conference under the control of the conference treasurer shall be invested under the direction of the Council on Finance and Administration with priority given to the Mississippi United Methodist Foundation. 240 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

8. Depository In accordance with Section 614 of the 2008 Book of Discipline, the conference treasurer is designated the authority by the CFA to designate a depository for all conference funds. 9. Local Church Bonding Local churches are reminded that all church treasurers and financial secretaries are now bonded under the conference-wide insurance program, provided the church has acquired their insurance through the conference wide plan. Any church that is not in the conference wide program shall provide at their own cost the bonding as required by the 2008 Discipline. 10. Mailing Lists Mailing lists will be made available to United Methodist agencies and institutions from the conference office, as it is practical. 11. Special Appeals CFA urges institutions to work to encourage local churches to pay the Apportioned Mission Share before they request any special funding. Agencies and institutions that are not United Methodist must have approval from CFA to solicit funds within the conference. 12. Golden Cross Offering The Cabinet of the Mississippi Conference requested and the CFA recommends that Golden Cross Sunday be expanded to include the Clergy/Diaconal Fund in the following manner. Golden Cross Funds are in support of the health and welfare ministries within the annual conference. This offering shall provide financial support to care for sick persons, older persons, children and youth, and people with dis- abilities. Special emphasis shall be given to aiding those ministries that provide direct financial assistance to persons in need. Assistance for lay people shall be accessed through the Conference Connectional Ministries office. Funds available for clergy families shall be administered in the Clergy/Diaconal Fund under the guidelines as established by the Mississippi Conference District Superintendents. It is recommended that this special Sunday offering be shared leaving half in the local church receiving the offering and the other half remitted to the conference treasurer’s office. The Conference Treasurer shall place 75% for lay assistance and 25% for clergy assistance through the Clergy/Diaconal Fund.

13. 2011 and 2010 Special Day Offerings 2011 2010 January 16 January 17 * Human Relations Day January 30 January 31 Golden Cross Sunday February 14 * One Great Hour of Sharing February 27 February 28 Baddour Center March 13 March 14 Methodist Rehabilitation Center April 3 * One Great Hour of Sharing May 1 April 18 * Native American Sunday May 8 May 9 Mississippi Methodist Senior Services June 5 May 30 * Peace with Justice Sunday June 19 June 20 Children’s Home July 24 July 25 Conference Emergency Preparedness Sunday August 28 August 29 Bethlehem Center September 11 September 12 Camping Sunday October 2 October 3 *World Communion Sunday November 13 November 14 United Methodist Hour November 27 November 28 *United Methodist Student Day December 11 December 12 The Children’s Home

*Denotes General Church Offering The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 241

14. Accountability of Agency/Institution Receiving Apportioned Mission Shares CFA requires a funding process that requires accountability, responsibility, and communication. During an annual review of agencies and institutions by the appropriate conference committee or Table to which they relate, each agency and institution shall be made aware of the following: ■ Consider other funding options beyond conference Apportioned Mission Shares and the entity Board’s responsibility for raising funds. ■ In 2009, existing agencies and institutions under the direction of their own Boards of Directors began having their Apportioned Mission Shares reduced by 10 percent each year for eight years leaving 20% of the 2008 funding level in 2016. ■ All new ministry initiatives will be fully funded for a five-year start-up period. In the next four years (sixth through ninth years), the Apportioned Mission Share will be reduced by 20 percent of the original funding amount each year leaving 20% conference funding. The Council on Finance and Administration requires that each institution requesting funds of the next annual conference present a budget request as designed by the council for 2012, duly signed by the chairperson and secretary of the board of directors or trustees indicating that said budget has been approved by the governing body. The budget request is due by December 15, 2010. Boards, agencies, committees, or institutions of the conference not pre¬senting a formal request properly signed will not be considered for funding by CFA for the 2012 budget. The amount made available for the conference operation shall be determined by the percentage of Apportioned Mission Shares received during the preceding year. Boards, committees, institutions, and agencies requesting an advance on their budgeted funds cannot receive an excess of the percentage paid to the conference for their cause in the preceding year. All United Methodist agencies, community centers, camps, and affiliated institutions are strongly encour¬aged to develop donor support outside the Mississippi Conference budget. They are also encouraged to keep administrative costs at a minimum percentage of the organization’s budget (as close to 20 percent as possible). 15. Agency/Institution Audits The CFA acknowledges the differences in audit, review, and compilation reports issued by certified public accountants. The following descriptions continue to be approved by CFA: A. Audit - A financial audit is a systematic examination of financial statements, records and related operations to determine adherence to generally accepted accounting principles, management policies, or stated requirements. The examination of the records includes analytical procedures and verification of pertinent source documents to substantiate the financial statements. An audit provides the highest level of assurance that financial statements are fairly stated. B. Review - A review involves inquiry and analytical procedures that provide the accountant with a reasonable basis for expressing limited assurance that there are no material modifications that should be made to the statements for them to be in conformity with generally accepted accounting principles. There is no requirement for the accountant to gather any evidence to corroborate the inquiries and ana¬lytical procedures, unless he becomes aware that the information is incor- rect, incomplete or otherwise unsatisfactory. A review provides a limited level of assurance that the financial statements are fairly stated. C. Compilation - A compilation involves presenting in the form of financial statement information that is the representation of management without undertaking to express any assurance on the statements. To compile financial statements, the accountant should understand the industry and nature of the busi¬ness in which the client is engaged, including the form of its accounting records, the qualifications of its accounting personnel, the basis on which the financial statements are to be presented, and the form and content of the financial statements. The accountant is not required to make inquiries or to per¬form any procedures to validate the information provided to them. A compilation provides a minimum level of assurance that the financial statements are fairly stated. Comparative financial statements, and the accompanying opinion of a certified public accountant, shall be presented by each agency/institution to the Council on Finance and Administration by May 242 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

15 each year. These statements must include a balance sheet, a statement of activity, a statement of cash flows, and a copy of the accounting firm’s management letter if one was provided. Statements containing a comparison of budget to actual expenditures are required. Each agency/institution shall include a statement of mission and purpose and a general description of activities. Disbursement of approved funding shall be contingent upon receipt of the previous years’ financial statements. Any discrepancies or irregularities noted by the auditor or the CFA audit committee must be corrected in order for funding to be released to the agency/institution. Audited statements will be required when annual Apportioned Mission Share revenue requested is $200,000 or greater. For entities with annu¬al Apportioned Mission Share revenues requested of less than $200,000, the Audit Committee may accept an alternative engagement with a CPA. The alternative engagement will consist of reviewed or compiled financial statements (as defined above). The CFA Audit Committee may request additional agreed-upon procedures after review of the alternative engagement. If a recipient of conference funds past year’s report is not available by May 15, a copy of an internally prepared report, along with an engagement letter from the CPA engaged to do the report shall be submitted. The internally prepared report shall at minimum be a Statement of Activities and Balance Sheet. This report must be presented by May 15. Regardless of budget, any agency required by federal or state law to have an audit will be asked to sub¬mit their audited statements to the conference. Only reviews or audits performed by an independent licensed CPA or CPA firm enrolled in a quality peer review program that received an unqualified opinion in its most recent peer review report will be accepted. No internal audits will be accepted. Failure to submit required finan¬cial statements by May 15 will result in the holding of all funds for the current year due the entity, beginning June 1, until such reports have been submitted and reviewed by the Audit Committee of the CFA. All United Methodist institutions affiliated with the Mississippi Annual Conference are required to submit financial statements to the CFA, even though funds are not received from the conference. The following are exempted from submitting the above-mentioned financial statements although a compilation statement from the reviewing body must be presented: ■ Campus ministry units, unless they are receiving conference capital campaign funds ■ Clergy Spouses The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 243

Report #2 Paragraph 613.8 of the 2008 Discipline states that it shall be the responsibility of the council “To recommend to the annual conference for its action procedures for dealing responsibly with situations in which budgeted funds, as approved by the annual conference, are inadequate to meet emerging missional needs or unforeseen circumstances”. The authorization of Paragraph 613.8 of the 2008 Discipline gives authority to move forward in implementing the emerging missional needs or unforeseen circumstances of the Annual Conference. This action supersedes all preceding votes relating to the budget. In accordance with the 2008 Discipline, when the Council on Finance and Administration (CFA) of the Mississippi Conference finds that actual cash receipts in any given monthly period are such that cash reserves are equal to or less than 17% of the current year required cash payments, an unforeseen circumstance have arisen. The CFA shall include as part of its budget recommendation report, the line items that are considered required 100% payments at each annual conference. The CFA recommends the following procedures to the annual conference for implementation upon adoption: 1. Upon the determination by the conference treasurer that an unforeseen circumstance has occurred, the conference treasurer shall report the occurrence to the Bishop, Conference Lay Leader, Dean of the Cabinet, Chair of Trustees and Chair of CFA. These leaders are then expected to begin work with their respective committees to effect a 5% reduction of 100% items that will become effective no later than the date in item 3 below. 2. If the unforeseen circumstance exists for three (3) consecutive months, the Bishop, District Superintendents, Conference Trustees and CFA shall meet in joint session to formally confirm the existence of the unforeseen circumstance. In this meeting, reports from each of the named leaders in number 1 above will be received and reviewed. 3. Upon confirmation of the existence of the unforeseen circumstance, the Conference Treasurer shall be required to use all apportioned receipts first to apply to the actual amount spent for the 100% required payments as reported to the annual conference, with the balance of the receipts shared pro rata with all other apportioned line items. 4. When the reserves return to the amount determined above for three (3) consecutive months, in the following month the Treasurer shall report that fact to the Bishop, Dean of the Cabinet, Chair of Trustees, and Chair of CFA, and begin paying out the receipts as so indicated by the Mission Share statements submitted by the local churches from this date forward. 5. The declaration of and the cessation of an unforeseen circumstances shall be reported to the local churches and all entities that will be affected within 30 days of the declaration date.

Conference Apportioned Mission Share Line Item Fund # 2010 2011 Board of Medical Benefits 7 $ 5,026,516 $ 5,026,516 District Superintendents Fund 8 $ 1,325,173 $ 1,424,483 Equitable Compensation 10 $ 281,500 $ 266,137 Annual Conference Administration 11 $ 1,792,697 $ 1,821,991 Parish and Community Development Ministries 12 $ 215,000 $ 257,774 Connectional Ministries 13 $ 145,000 $ 145,000 Campus Ministries 14 $ 646,658 $ 480,000 Total 100% Items to be Funded First in Unforseen Circumstance $ 9,432,544 $ 9,421,901

Computation of Cash Reserve Level to Maintain 2010 2011 Total 100% Items as listed above $ 9,432,544 $ 9,421,901 Less: Board of Medical Benefits(carries their own reserves) $ 5,026,516 $ 5,026,516 Reserve Base As Defined by Conference Action $ 4,406,028 $ 4,395,385

17%=Cash Reserve Level to Maintain $ 749,025 $ 747,215 244 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

Report #3 The 2009 Annual Conference referred the accounting procedures for new church starts to the Council on Finance and Administration for study. Following is the document that was agreed upon by the CFA, New Church Development committee and the maker of the referral motion. The procedures will be implemented on July 1, 2010. New Places for New People Accounting Procedures The Committee on New Church Development, the Annual Conference staff person assigned to this committee, the Conference Council on Finance and Administration, the Bishop and the Cabinet have developed the following financial guidelines for New Places for New People before they become constituted churches. New faith community plants remain under the authority of the District Superintendent serving the district in which the new plant resides. All financial audits of New Places for New People shall be included in the district audits. The appointed planter shall work directly with the District Superintendent or the District Superintendent’s Designee to fulfill the financial obligations and responsibilities as detailed below until a new church is constituted according to the annual conference and Disciplinary guidelines. 1. Accountability and transparency are vital for the success of any new endeavor. Both the pre- launch and the initial application for starting a New Places for New People include a section regarding finances that must be approved by the appropriate district superintendent, the designated staff person, the chair of the committee on new church development and other designated persons. The initial operating budget will be prepared by the planter of the New Places for New People, the District Superintendent and the ministry coach. It is the responsibility of the district finance committee (within which the New Places for New People resides) to keep the New Places for New People within the approved budget until such time as that committee is replaced by the finance committee of the New Places for New People. All future budgets will be prepared by the finance committee of the New Places for New People which should be made up of the district superintendent, the planter, the treasurer, the finance committee chair, and other members as needed. The District Superintendent has direct oversight of this committee and the finances of the New Places for New People 2. The treasurer, financial secretary, and committee chair of New Places for New People plants shall take on the roles as defined for the local church in the current Book of Discipline. 3. The treasurer shall maintain the New Places for New People books in an acceptable computerized system and provide monthly reports for all members of the finance committee. Appropriate paper trails and documentation of approval shall be developed. 4. Expenditures within the budget may be approved by the New Places for New People planter in consultation with the finance chair. Expenditures up to $1,000 may be made by the planter without the immediate approval of the district superintendent. This level of $1.000 may be adjusted in consultation with the District Superintendent, Church Planter, and Chair or designee of the chair of New Church Development. It is the responsibility of the New Places for New People planter and the finance committee to keep the New Places for New People within the approved budget. 5. Giving records shall be maintained by the financial secretary and reported to the giving units on a quarterly basis. The financial secretary is responsible for counting the offering and depositing all funds according to the Discipline. 6. Each New Places for New People shall have adequate insurance and shall obtain that coverage though the same carrier who writes the district coverage. The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 245

Report #4 2010 and 2011 Apportioned Mission Shares NOTE: Numbers to the immediate left of the item corresponds with budget numbers shown on the following pages. 2010 2011 Approved Approved UM Number 1 Avenue of Giving 1 World Service* $ 1,553,100 $ 1,543,698 MS UM Extended Ministry 2 Community Centers*** $ 252,000 $ 220,500 3 Children’s Home*** $ 125,000 $ 109,095 4 Choctaw Mission*** $ 64,000 $ 56,000 5 United Methodist Hour*** $ 52,000 $ 45,500 6 Baddour Center*** $ 40,000 $ 35,000 $ 533,000 $ 466,095 MS UM Conference Clergy Support 7 Board of Medical Benefits $ 5,026,516 $ 5,026,516 8 District Superintendents Fund $ 1,375,143 $ 1,474,483 9 Board of Ministry and Related Funds $ 331,700 $ 334,450 10 Equitable Compensation $ 291,500 $ 266,137 $ 7,024,859 $ 7,101,586 MS UM Conference Leadership Work Areas 11 Annual Conference Administration $ 1,839,013 $ 1,821,991 12 Parish & Community Development Ministries $ 1,032,097 $ 967,027 13 Connectional Ministries $ 544,400 $ 544,400 $ 3,415,510 $ 3,333,418 UM Higher Education Support 14 Campus Ministries (MS) $ 689,658 $ 680,000 15 Ministerial Education Funds (General Church)* $ 531,669 $ 521,499 16 Millsaps College (MS)*** $ 320,000 $ 280,000 17 Black College Fund (General Church)* $ 212,103 $ 208,017 18 Rust College (MS)*** $ 160,000 $ 140,000 19 Africa University (General Church)* $ 47,470 $ 46,556 $ 1,960,900 $ 1,876,072 MS UM Camping and Retreat Centers 20 Camp Lake Stephens*** $ 128,000 $ 112,000 21 Camp Wesley Pines*** $ 128,000 $ 112,000 22 Seashore Assembly*** $ 100,000 $ 87,500 23 Gulfside Assembly*** $ 32,000 $ 28,000 $ 388,000 $ 339,500 UM General Church Administration 24 Episcopal Fund* $ 427,196 $ 433,255 25 Administration (General Church)* $ 168,280 $ 168,449 26 Southeast Jurisdiction Programming** $ 129,885 $ 129,885 27 Interdenominational Cooperative Fund* $ 41,379 $ 40,637 28 Lake Junaluska Levee Renovation Project** $ 25,000 $ 26,127 $ 791,740 $ 798,353

Apportioned Mission Share Total $ 15,667,109 $ 15,458,722

*Apportioned by General Church **Apportioned by Southeastern Jurisdiction ***Affected by 10% Reduction in CFA Report # 1 246 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

2011 Budget Requests Detailed Budgets for Line Items as Referenced

NUMBER 1 AVENUE OF GIVING Fund 1: World Service (Apportioned by the General Church) When United Methodist congregations pay their apportioned mission shares they participate in God’s work around the world and right in their own parish. The World Service Fund is the heart of our church’s ministry together. World Service is God’s people reaching out in love and compassion in the name of Christ. It represents a call and a challenge to each United Methodist. As The Book of Discipline 2008 states, the full payment of the World Service Fund is each congregation’s “first benevolent responsibility” (Paragraph 812). The World Service Fund provides basic operating resources to eight general boards and commissions and one organization, and this support undergirds a network of missionaries and others who serve in the name of Christ and The United Methodist Church around the world; enables specific local church work with children, youth, singles, students, adults and older persons; provides leadership and coordination for denominational ministry with youth; continues nearly 200 years of commitment to quality college and graduate education; gives our denomination a presence in the mass media and makes new communications technologies accessible to the church; provides interpretation resources that promote giving; continues a proud tradition of cooperation and dialogue with other faith traditions through interdenominational and ecumenical work; and assures United Methodists speak and work to help encourage a more ethical, just, and humane world.

Budget Total: $1,543,698 MS UM EXTENDED MINISTRY Fund 2: Community Centers This apportioned mission share line item funds six community centers around the conference that provide vital ministry and service to children, youth, and adults. The centers serve the poor and disad- vantaged by offering affordable childcare and after-school care and other children’s programs, training and educational opportunities, abuse prevention and intervention, summer enrichment, older adult services and other ministries. The Connectional Ministries through its Association of Mission Institutions and the Mission Table has oversight responsibility for this budget request.

Budget Total: $220,500

The following are the apportionment recommendations the community centers: Bethlehem Center, Jackson $42,000 Edwards Street Community Center, Hattiesburg 28,000 Good Shepherd Center, Vicksburg 45,500 Moore Community House, Biloxi 24,500 Saint Andrews Mission, McComb 31,500 Wesley House, Meridian 49,000 MS UM EXTENDED MINISTRY Fund 3: Children’s Home

The Children’s Home plans to use the apportioned mission share to operate and expand its thera- peutic group homes. These expenses include clothing, school supplies, telephone, utilities, food, medical, toiletries for the children, group home parent salary, vehicle expense, insurance, equipment expense, and The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 247 building repairs. The Connectional Ministries through its Association of Mission Institutions and the Mission Table has oversight responsibility for this budget request.

Budget Total: $109,095 MS UM EXTENDED MINISTRY Fund 4: Choctaw Mission Funding from the Annual Conference apportionments are the main source of revenue for the programs and operation of the Choctaw Mission. The funds allow for programming, utilities, salaries, minor repairs and maintenance.

Budget Total: $56,000 MS UM EXTENDED MINISTRY Fund 5: United Methodist Hour The United Methodist Hour lives out the Great Commission of Jesus Christ by lifting up the Greatest Commandment in both word and practice. Although unique in its scope as a television and radio ministry, the United Methodist Hour fits within the purpose of the whole Body of Christ in helping to provide “hands and feet” for the Gospel. To that end, the mission of the United Methodist Hour is threefold: ■ Proclaim the Good News of Jesus Christ through the mediums of television and radio. ■ Resource the local church and annual conference through video and communication services. ■ Provide ministry opportunities through the United Methodist Hour Prayer Ministry and Serving Initiative. Through our television program, Time That Makes the Difference, and our radio programs, Time That Makes the Difference and Salt & Light, the United Methodist Hour of Mississippi, as the only television/radio ministry of its kind in the United Methodist Church, is committed to providing high-quality programming that communicates the love of God, promotes grace and service, and lifts up the work of United Methodism around the world.

Budget Total: $45,500 MS UM EXTENDED MINISTRY Fund 6: Baddour Center Apportionment gifts from the churches will be utilized in scholarship assistance for the residents. The Baddour Center currently has 27 residents from 7 states whose families receive scholarship support, representing 16 percent of the Baddour Center’s population. One-third of these families come from Mississippi. As a faith-based organization, the Baddour Center does not accept any federal or state funding. In order to compensate for the real costs not covered by tuition and vocational income, the Baddour Center relies heavily on the contribution of generous individuals, corporations and private foundations that share its vision and wish to invest in the lives of others. The current cost for a resident is $48,000. Tuition paid by the resident is $24,000 with the balance being assumed by the Baddour Center. The Connectional Ministries through its Association of Mission Institutions and the Mission Table has oversight responsibility for this budget request.

Budget Total: $35,000 MS UM CONFERENCE CLERGY SUPPORT Fund 7: Board of Medical Benefits The Mississippi Conference has adopted a self-insured medical plan. The conference has the responsibility for providing the funding for the plan for active clergy appointed to the local church and conference. The apportioned mission share dollars provide for the retiree credit based on years of service. For surviving spouses on the plan with their clergy spouse and whose clergy spouse died before 1-1-08, coverage for those survivors is funded by the apportioned mission shares. The plan allows other salary 248 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 paying units of the Mississippi Conference to be participants in the plan by paying the full cost for the participants. Participants are required to fund the dependent cost and a portion of the participant cost. The Board of Medical Benefits is charged with the responsibility of administering the plan. The complete report with current year recommendations may be found on page 60. A maximum rate increase is approved each year at annual conference giving the Board the responsibility of setting the individual rates in the fall. In 2009, the Board of Medical Benefits ended the year with a surplus of $1,500,000 due to the full realization of the discounts received by utilizing Blue Cross Blue Shield and due to the success of the Amazing Pace wellness program. The Board returned to the annual conference $1,000,000 to begin the funding of the post retirement health benefits liability which was approximately $16,000,000 at the end of 2009. These funds were donor restricted and a provision for release for utilization is on file in the Conference Benefits/Treasurer’s office. The Board also returned $500,000 to the local churches by paying on the local church’s health insurance apportioned mission share. Allocation was made by utilizing the same formula that determined the 2010 apportioned mission share for each church. Following are the 2009 operations results compared to budget, the 2010 approved budget and the proposed 2011 budget.

Budget Total: $5,026,516 2009 Dec. 31, 2010 2011 Budget 2009 Budget Budget Receipts: Church Apportionments $ 4,624,395 $ 4,466,310 $ 5,026,516 $ 5,026,516 Participant Payments $ 3,017,739 $ 3,295,295 $ 2,893,145 $ 2,953,314 Eyemed/delta Dental $ (114,021) Rx Drug Rebate $ 80,000 $ 147,001 $ 80,000 $ 150,000 Misc Receipts $- . Medicare D Rx Rebate $ 156,000 $ 401,615 $ 156,000 $ 240,000 Interest Income $ 132,860 $ 133,487 $ 132,860 $ 145,000 Total Receipts $ 8,010,994 $ 8,329,687 $ 8,288,521 $ 8,514,830 Disbursements: Medical & Rx Claims $ 6,629,309 $ 5,573,088 $ 7,092,291 $ 6,700,000 Reinsurance Aggregate & Specific $ 540,668 $ 473,063 $ 567,700 $ 615,000 Admin.-third Party Admin. $ 339,690 $ 387,892 $ 354,900 $ 380,000 Wellness And Disease Management $ 150,000 $ 153,980 $ 150,000 $ 150,000 Clerical Salaries And Benefits $ 54,000 $ 51,662 $ 54,000 $ 54,000 Legal Fees $ 25,000 $ 89,894 $ 25,000 $ 50,000 Medicare Part D Administration. $ 58,596 $ 24,000 Actuary $ 15,000 $ 14,584 $ 15,000 $ 15,000 Audit $ 9,500 $ 11,650 $ 9,500 $ 10,000 Bank Charges $ 6,800 $ 5,924 $ 6,800 $ 6,500 Bonding Fees $ 4,830 $ 4,830 $ 4,830 $ 4,830 Office Supplies $ 6,500 $ 2,161 $ 6,500 $ 3,500 Meeting Expense $ 2,000 $ 1,539 $ 2,000 $ 2,000 Funding Of Post Health Retirement Benefits $ 1,000,000 $ 500,000 Total Disbursements $ 7,783,297 $ 7,828,863 $ 8,288,521 $ 8,514,830

Net Receipts Over (Disburs.) $ 227,697 $ 500,824 $ - $ -

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Board of Medical Benefits Statement of Net Assets Available for Benefits 12-31-09 Assets: Cash In Bank $ 63,580 Due From Mississippi Conference $ 696,600 Cash In Foundation $ 4,121,887 Other Receivable $ 321 Prepaid Expenses $ 1,591 Assets Available for Plan Funding $ 4,883,979

Liabilities and Fund Balance: Claims Payable $ 3,824 Prior Period Adjustment $ 6,287 Net Receipts Over (Disbursements) $ 500,824 Prior Year Fund Balance $ 4,373,044 Total Liabilities and Fund Balance $ 4,883,979

MS UM CONFERENCE CLERGY SUPPORT Fund 8: District Superintendents Fund

The District Superintendents Fund provides salary for cabinet and reimbursable business expenses for in district and cabinet work for the 11 conference approved districts. Funding for the pensions and health insurance benefits has again been added for 2011. The 2009 annual conference changed the funding level from a flat amount per person to a percentage of salary. This 2009 annual conference action increased the 2010 budget line by $ 66,696. The 2010 line item budget was increased to $1,441,839 and paid out of the contingency fund. The Cabinet of the Mississippi Conference thanks the 2008 and 2009 Annual conference for adding a line item into their 2009 and 2010 budget for the expenses that are necessary in the course of supervision of clergy. These funds are needed to pay salaries and other expenses. Examples of this need are when clergy are set aside by the cabinet, to pay salaries while clergy are out of the pulpit at the request of the local church, and to pay for evaluations, both psychological and medical. It is recommended that the amount apportioned be $50,000 again in 2011. This will be a permanent fund that does not expire at the end of the budget year. The net amount collected for 2009 was $29,135 and has been placed in an interest bearing account at the UM Foundation. The same action will be taken again at the end of 2010. $50,000 has been requested again this year which should complete the initial funding requirement. Years following 2011, the request for this fund will be what is needed to bring this fund to $100,000. It is hereby recognized that the fund can only be accessed by Cabinet action.

Budget Total: $1,474,483 2011 2010 Current Salary for 11 District Superintendents $ 910,536 $ 910,536 COLA (not to exceed 5% of salary) Determined in Nov. 2010 26,785 Reimbursable expenses 203,957 203,957 Pension and Health Insurance 283,205 277,346 Supervisory Fund 50,000 50,000 250 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

MS CONFERENCE CLERGY SUPPORT Fund 10: Board of Ordained Ministry and Related Items

This board’s primary task is for the enlistment and recruitment of ordained clergy and to credential such persons for ministry in the local church and beyond. The board cares for the needs of certified persons, diaconal ministers, local pastors, deacons, and elders. It shall, with the assistance of the local church committee on pastor-parish relations, conference agencies, and every ordained minister of the conference, enlist women and men of all races and ethnic origins and guide those persons in the process of education, training, and ordination, recommending colleges and schools of theology listed by the University Senate. Persons recruited should have an understanding of and appreciation for persons of different racial and ethnic heritages. ¶634.2a A complete detailing of the board’s responsibilities is found in the 2008 Book of Discipline, ¶635.

Budget Total: $ 334,450 a. Board Operating Expenses $ 28,150 b. Reviews and Screenings $ 12,800 c. Recruitments $ 67,500 d. Clergy Support $ 39,500 e. Supervision $ 5,500 f. Pastoral Care & Counseling $ 18,000 g. MEF (FT & Seminary) $ 120,000 h. Clergy Spouse Fellowship $ 2,000* i. Moving Supplemental $ 15,000 j. Nurse Ed/CPE $ 26,000 * Editorial Note: The Clergy Spouse Fellowship requested that the support not be apportioned to the local churches again in 2011. MS CONFERENCE CLERGY SUPPORT Fund 10: Equitable Compensation This commission provides support for full-time clergy serving as pastors in the charges of the annual conference by: (a) recommending standards for pastoral support; (b) administering funds to be used in base compensation supplementation; and (c) providing counsel and advisory material on pastoral support to district superintendents and committees on pastor-parish relations. The commission in consultation with the Council on Finance and Administration recommends to the conference its estimate of the amount required to support the schedule of minimum base compensation and supplements for the pastors. These dollars represent support to many small churches with potential for growth and in missional areas. It also provides travel supplements for pastors who are part-time and serving in retirement.

Budget Total: $ 266,137 Administrative Expenses $ 2,500 Program Expense – Salary Supplements $ 81,500 Program Expense – Coop/Exceptional Ministries $ 10,000 Prog. Exp. – Ethnic Congregational/Mission Dev $ 100,000 Program Expense – Unique Ministries $ 25,000 Clergy Pension Benfit Billing $ 39,637 Program Expense – Contingency $ 7,500 MS UM CONFERENCE LEADERSHIP WORK AREAS Fund 11: Annual Conference Administration The Annual Conference is given the responsibility to resource the local church. The annual conference administration is responsible for the operation of the headquarters building, trustee matters, conference secretary, conference statistician, Communications and the Council on Finance and Administration.

Budget Total: $1,821,991 (Detailed information follows) The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 251

a. Office Operation $ 177,750 b. Conference Secretary $ 5,650 c. Conference Statistician $ 4,000 d. Trustees $ 174,300 e. Annual Conference Administration $ 259,250 f. Bishop Discretionary Fund $ 5,810 g. Staff Compensation CFA $ 242,031 h. Staff Compensation Personnel $ 800,000 i. Staff Travel $ 79,000 j. Communication Commission $ 74,200 Annual Conference Administration Conference Office Expense Annual Dues $ 750 Audit 40,000 Bank Charges 11,000 Equipment Lease 35,000 Equipment Replacement 12,000 Office Supplies 29,000 Postage 13,000 Software Upgrades and Maintenance 23,000 Telephone 14,000 Total Budget $ 177,750

Conference Secretary Operational Expense $ 400 Sectretary Honorarium 2,750 Journal Editor Honorarium 1,500 Annual Conference Expense 1,000 Total Budget $ 5,650

Conference Statistician Honorarium $ 1,500 Secretarial Help 900 District Statisticians 1,100 Travel 500 Total Budget $ 4,000

Conference Trustees/Property Property and Liability Insurance $ 98,500 Office Utilities 18,000 Maintenance 15,000 Legal Fees 7,500 Janitorial Service 6,500 Abandonded Property Expense 20,000 Supplies 4,500 Parking 3,200 Meeting Expense 1,100 Total Budget $ 174,300

Annual Conference Administration Legal Expense $ 2,500 Memorials 1,000 Episcopacy Committee 250 CFA meeting expense 5,500 Contingency 250,000 Total Budget $ 259,250 252 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

Staff Compensation CFA Personnel Committee Salaries and Expenses Director Director Finance/Administration & CBO $ 96,753

Professional Staff Assistant Treasurer 48,360 Administrative Assistant to Treasurer 40,125 Administrative Assistant to CBO 35,613 Pension Liasion Officer 20,000 Subtotals $ 240,851

Taxes, Pension, Health Insurance 74,257 COLA (not to exceed 5% of salary) Determined in November 2010 12,043 Total CFA Personnel $ 327,151

Less reimbursed by outside entities -85,120 Net CFA Personnel 2011 Budget $ 242,031 Conference Staff Salaries and Expenses Directors Administrative Assistant to Bishop $ 96,753 Director of Connectional Ministries 96,753 Director of Ministerial Services 96,753 Director of Communications 65,000

Professional Staff Director of Youth 50,000 Connectional Ministries Project Manager 43,000 Information Technology Manager/Website Admin. 42,000 Ethnic Local Church Director (Part Time) 25,100 Intern 4,500

Support Staff Ministerial Services Administrative Secretary 37,450 Receptionist and AV Librarian 18,000 PCD Administrative Secretary-Part time 10,000 Director of Small Membership Church-Part time 5,000 Subtotals: Salaries $ 590,309

Taxes, Pension, Health Insurance 165,976 COLA (not to exceed 5% of salary) Determined in November 2010 29,515 Contingency for Contractual and Interns 31,902 Total Conference Personnel $ 817,702

Less reimbursed by outside entities -17,702

Total Conference Personnel 2011 Budget $ 800,000 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 253

Communications Budget

Budget Total: : $74,200

a. Equipment/Software $ 1,000 b. Web & Technical Support $ 6,000 c. Workshops/Training $ 18,156 d. Internet/Intranet/Email Software $ 1,000 e. Advertising and Publicity $ 2,500 f. Igniting Ministry Expenditures $ 4,000 g. Meetings/Commission Travel $ 1,000 h. Licensing $ 1,200 i. Promotion of Connectional Givings $ 5,500 j. UMAC Dues & Registration $ 1,000 k. Graphic Design Contract $ 32,844 Fund 12: Parish and Community Development Ministries (Formerly Congregational Development)

Total Budget $967,027

New Places for New People (New Starts) $ 623,399 Church Revitalization (Transformation) $ 225,221 Small Membership Church Committee $ 70,150 School of Congregational Development (SCD) $ 48,257

The combined efforts of New Places for New People, Revitalization and Small Member Churches were joined under the new heading – Parish and Community Development Ministries(PCD). This was formerly known as Congregational Development. In the area of New Church Development, the apportioned mission share dollars in 2009 that were used to help “make disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world” by helping to financially support nine (9) new church starts across the Conference by funding ministry initiatives in these areas. Most of the funds were spent for salaries and the related Clergy Pension Benefit (direct billing invoices). Other funding was provided for rental of office and worship space and some were used to employ non- appointive staff such as musicians to help provide unique worship experiences in these settings. The number of persons joining many of these new faith communities is increasing. When these communities of faith become “chartered” churches, they will great assist our Annual Conference in helping to make disciples of Jesus Christ and to help reverse our membership losses as a denomination. Some of the funding has also been used for training and workshops. Also funds were used to continue the Conference School of Congregational Development (SCD) which consists of the Pastor’s Leadership School and the Church Planter’s School. Of our conference’s 1108 active churches, in 2009 992 were considered small membership churches (average 125 or less in worship). The conference average attendance of all churches was 66 or less in worship. We are, thus, a small membership church conference. Funds have been used from the PCD budget to provide grants totaling $21,047 to seven small membership churches and to support the salary of two church and community workers. In addition, PCD is helping to fund the “Rural Church Initiative,” which is housed in the Greenwood District. The mission of this initiative is to assist “Small Member” churches in becoming viable centers of their local communities. The Mississippi Conference has formulated a covenant with Dr. Lovett Weems of the Lewis Center to assist with our joint disciple making efforts in the area of new church, revitalization and small church ministry. A special component of this work is our small member and legacy (Elijah) church ministry efforts. In the area of Revitalization, the A-2 church indicator assessment tool and the subsequent A-29 plan for ministry tool have been used to help existing churches to assess their levels of effectiveness in ministry in their local context. Grants have been awarded to eight (8) churches in 2009 amounting to 254 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

$296,503.00. Six of the churches were already approved for grants from 2003. However, because of the moratorium on the distribution of these funds via action of the Annual Conference, it will be 2010 before significant levels of funding in this area will be impacted by new requests. However, there is a waiting list of at least five (5) churches that are “in line” for funding. While these funds have previously been used for “brick and mortar” projects, we anticipate funding more leadership development projects.

MS UM CONFERENCE LEADERSHIP WORK AREAS Fund 13: Connectional Ministries The Annual Conference is in the process of realigning resources and ministry. In order to provide both accountability and flexibility the Connectional Ministries budget has been reconfigured to more aptly describe how funds will be spent to resource primary areas of responsibility and service. Because the final form of structure is yet to be approved, the budget will be configured in resourcing pools that are based on the past year’s expense performances for ministry groups and committees under the Connectional Ministries umbrella. The seven central areas of service are: 1. Making disciples: The staff and ministry groups for the Annual Conference will center on helping provide the local church tools to make and grow disciples. 2. Leadership development: The resources of Connectional Ministries will be used to train and equip lay and clergy leadership at the Annual Conference, District and local church levels. Special attention will be given to the Bishop’s initiatives and to needs discovered in the A2 indicator results. 3. Equipping congregations to serve communities: The Annual Conference will provide training and resources to help the local church serve in their communities and around the world in the name of Christ. 4. Connecting the local church to the District, Annual Conference, Jurisdictional Conf., General Conf., and the larger faith communities: Connectional Ministries will serve as a vessel to facilitate the sharing of resources between the general and local church. 5. Coordinating Annual Conference and implementing actions appropriately: Connectional Ministries will work with the appropriate groups to plan and execute the Annual Conference sessions and provide appropriate reporting and follow up on actions taken. 6. Provide required oversight of Annual Conference camps, community centers, and related institutions. 7. Monitor the diversity and inclusiveness of ministry and leadership throughout the Annual Conference and to provide strategic plans to improve both.

Budget Total: $544,400

a. Annual Conference $ 145,000 b. Grants $ 150,000 c. Ministry $ 100,000 d. Travel $ 15,000 e. Events $ 40,000 f. Training $ 35,000 g. Resources $ 27,300 h. Dues $ 2,150 i. Contingency $ 10,000 j. Appalachian Ministry $ 3,000 k. J B Cain Archives $ 16,950

UM HIGHER EDUCATION SUPPORT Fund 14: Mississippi Campus Ministries The mission of the Higher Education and Campus Ministry committee is to facilitate the Church’s involvement in higher education as a ministry of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. The mission is to involve all individuals related to higher education and to influence the direction of institutions of higher education, including speaking a prophetic word. Because life is sacred, the mission involves the whole person: body, The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 255 mind, and spirit in relation to others and all of God’s creation. Toward this end, the final goal of United Methodist’s involvement in higher education is the transformation of persons and society into God’s image. The HECM committee provides the salary support for all of our campus ministry units. In 2011 we are planning funding for 24 campus ministers (7 full time and 17 part time). The committee provides administrative oversight to all 26 campus ministry units, and establishes guidelines by which all campus ministry units must operate. The committee works in collaboration with the local Wesley foundation boards and the cabinet in regards to personnel matters

Budget Total: $680,000

a. Committee Expense $ 5,000 b. Statewide Wesley Retreat $ 20,000 c. Student Movement/Exploration $ 5,000 d. Emerging Ministries $ 60,000 e. Salaries, Housing, Fringe Benefits $ 482,000 f. Training & Resources for Campus Ministers $ 15,000 g. Programming & Public Relations $ 50,000 h. Property Insurance $ 35,000 i. Accounting Review of Wesley Units $ 8,000 UM HIGHER EDUCATION SUPPORT Fund 15: Ministerial Education Fund (Apportioned by General Church) The Ministerial Education Fund was established by action of the 1968 General Conference as a means of engaging the total membership of the church in an effort to equip annual conference, theological schools, and the General Board of Higher Education and Ministry to meet the need for increased resources for the recruitment and education of persons for ordained ministry. Since 1976, programs related to both diaconal and ordained ministry have been eligible for funding. And, since 1996, programs related to recruitment and education of both deacons and elders have received support. Significant Support is provided for the 13 United Methodist seminaries in the US and global initiatives through GBHEM, as well as local pastor courses of study, continuing education, and other programs that strengthen the ministry of every local church The 25% retained by each annual conference directly supports ministerial education in that conference.

Budget Total: $521,499 UM HIGHER EDUCATION SUPPORT Fund 16: Millsaps College The apportioned mission share dollars will be used for student scholarships and financial aid to United Methodist students attending the United Methodist-related liberal arts college in Jackson. The Higher Education and Campus Ministry Committee thru the Connectional Ministries with the Young People’s Table has oversight responsibility for this budget request.

Budget Total: $280,000

UM HIGHER EDUCATION SUPPORT Fund 17: Black College Fund (Apportioned by General Church) The 1972 General Conference established the Black College Fund as one of the apportioned general church funds. The objective of the fund is to provide financial support for institutions of higher education that historically served the educational needs of black students. More than $206 million has been raised since the fund was established to assist the programs and ministries of these schools.

Budget Total: $208,017 256 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

UM HIGHER EDUCATION SUPPORT Fund 18: Rust College Rust College is a historically black United Methodist college in Holly Springs. The apportioned dollars will provide support and student scholarships. The Higher Education and Campus Ministry Committee thru the Connectional Ministries with the Young People’s Table has oversight responsibility for this budget request.

Budget Total: $140,000 UM HIGHER EDUCATION SUPPORT Fund 19: Africa University Fund (Apportioned by General Church) The 1988 General Conference approved a report of GBHEM providing for the establishment of a United Methodist university on the continent of Africa. By the time the 1992 General Conference convened, Africa University was a reality following the granting of a charter by the government of Zimbabwe. On March 23, 1992 the College of Theology and the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources opened on a site near Old Mutare to 40 students from Burundi, Mozambique, Sierra Leone, Congo, and Zimbabwe. Mississippi has endowed 2 scholarships with Annual Conference offerings in recent years. Dr. Aubrey Lucas, previous MS Conference Lay Leader and General Conference Delegate, has served as treasurer for the University. Numerous groups have made mission trips to the University and surrounding area.

Budget Total: $46,556 MS UM CAMPING AND RETREAT CENTERS Fund 20: Camp Lake Stephens Camp Lake Stephens serves as primary United Methodist camp and retreat setting for north Mississippi. It is located outside of Oxford. The apportionment dollars will be used primarily for salary support. The Camping Ministries Committee through Connectional Ministries and the Young People’s Table has oversight responsibility for this budget request.

Budget Total: $112,000 MS UM CAMPING AND RETREAT CENTERS Fund 21: Camp Wesley Pines Camp Wesley Pines Conference, Retreat and Camping Center serves as primary United Methodist camp for central Mississippi in a beautiful environment near Gallman. The apportionment dollars will support summer staff salaries, cafeteria food and supplies, and utilities. The Camping Ministries Committee through Connectional Ministries and the Young People’s Table has oversight responsibility for this budget request.

Budget Total: $112,000 MS UM CAMPING AND RETREAT CENTERS Fund 22: Seashore Assembly Seashore Assembly serves as the primary encampment for the Coast region. Although seriously damaged, it provided a hub for relief and rebuilding efforts in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina through 2009. Beginning in 2010, Seashore Assembly will return to its pre-Katrina ministry. The apportioned mission share dollars will be used for ongoing operations. The Camping Ministries Committee through Connectional Ministries and the Young People’s Table has oversight responsibility for this budget request.

Budget Total: $87,500 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010 257

MS UM CAMPING AND RETREAT CENTERS Fund 23: Gulfside Assembly Gulfside Assembly located in Waveland is supported with other members of the jurisdiction. Total destruction of the facilities in Hurricane Katrina has caused the Board to work with consultants to determine the future for this historic jurisdiction mission. The property provided a location for the UMCOR efforts through March 31, 2010. It then returned to its pre-Katrina ministry. The Camping Ministries Committee through Connectional Ministries and the Young People’s Table has oversight responsibility for this budget request.

Budget Total: $28,000 UM GENERAL/JURISDICTIONAL Fund 24: Episcopal Fund (Apportioned by General Church) The Episcopal Fund, raised in accordance with paragraph 817.3 shall provide for the salary and expenses of effective bishops from the date of their consecration and for the support of retired bishops and surviving spouses and minor children of deceased bishops. The Episcopal Fund provides funding for the operation of the Mississippi Area office. Funding in the amount of $10,000 helps provide for the Episcopal Residence.

Budget Total: $433,255 UM GENERAL/JURISDICTIONAL Fund 25: General Administration Fund (Apportioned by General Church) The General Administration Fund (paragraph 813) finances those general church agencies that are specifically administrative as contrasted with programmatic, missional, or ecumenical. The General Fund provides interpretation resources and the quadrennial general conference. Funding for General Council on Finance and Administration, General Commission on Archives and History, and Judicial Council is provided by these funds.

Budget Total: $168,449 UM GENERAL/JURISDICTIONAL Fund 26: Southeastern Jurisdiction Programming Mississippi and the 14 other conferences in the SEJ fund these jurisdictional expenses: Jurisdictional Conference, Jurisdictional Administrative Council, Lake Junaluska Assembly, Protestant Radio and Television Center in Atlanta and expenses of the jurisdictional conference committees. Lake Junaluska Assembly is a year-round retreat and conference center for the jurisdiction. It provides a program of conferences, retreats, workshops, and events to equip and inspire persons for ministry in their local church, district, and conference. Lake Junaluska is the home of the Intentional Growth Center and World Council of Methodism headquarters. Other jurisdiction programs and ministries enabled by our support are the Hinton Rural Life Center, Gulfside Assembly, SEJ United Methodist Volunteers in Mission, Ethnic Minority Local Church, SEJ Native American Ministries, and SEJ Methodist Association of Rehabilitation.

Budget Total: $129,885 258 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

UM GENERAL/JURISDICTIONAL Fund 27: Interdenominational Cooperation Fund (Apportioned by General Church) The Interdenominational Cooperation Fund provides basic support for ecumenical agencies through which the United Methodist Church participates in God’s mission in cooperation with other Christian communions.

Budget Total: $40,637 UM GENERAL/JURISDICTIONAL Fund 28: Lake Junaluska Levee Renovation Project The Southeast Jurisdictional Conference in session July 2004 and again in July 2008 passed an amended recommendation from SEJ Conference Committee on Finance. A special asking known as Lake Junaluska Dam and Lake Restoration Fund be made at the rate of $.50 for each member of each annual conference in the Southeastern Jurisdiction. These funds would be paid to the SEJ Administrative Council for the maintenance and restoration of the Dam and the body of water known as Lake Junaluska and for debt repayment for repairs and restoration work already incurred. The funds are to be paid over the 2005-2008 and 2009-2012 quadrenniums. For the 2005-2008 quadrennium, Mississippi’s special asking was $94,730. As of December 31, 2009, Mississippi had paid $67,837. The 2010 apportioned mission share is $25,000. If collected this will complete the first quadrennium payout and begin the payment of the 2009-2012 special asking. Our total asking for 2009-2012 based on the 12-31-08 membership is $91,831. This budget request with all churches participating should allow us to pay out this special asking by 12-31-2012.

Budget Total: $26,127 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

Index A F Administration 5 Finance and Administration (Council) Africa University Report 183 Members 8, 10 Annual Conference Boards, Committees Report 169, 235-244 & Commissions 9 2011 Budget 245 Annual Conference Leadership Groups 9 2011 Budget Requests 246-258 Annual Conference Officers 5 Appointments 148-161 Awards 186 G General Conference Constitutional Amendments 197-199 B Good Shepherd Community Center, Vicksburg Bethlehem Center, Jackson Directors 20 Directors 20 Budget Requests 246-258 Boston University School of Theology Report 185 H Health Benefits Team Members 10 Health & Welfare Institutions 13-16 C Health and Wellness 168 Camping Ministries 12 Higher Education & Campus Ministry 16-19 Choctaw United Methodist Mission 20 Historical Table - Sessions 201 Church Revitalization 167 Clergy Behavioral Policy 105 Clergy Delegate Selection Process 182 L Clergy Vacation Policy 109 Lay Leader Report 183 Communications 168 Lay Members of Annual Conference 87-98 Conference Directory 29-98 Connectional Leadership Team 6-8, 10 M Connectional Ministry Report 163-169 Medical Benefits 178 Memoirs, Committee on D Clergy 202-212 Directory, Conference Spouses 208- 217 Clergy Members 29-86 Minutes Clergy from Other Conf. 84 Condensed 127-147 Diaconal/Deaconesses 84 Daily Proceedings 115-126 Supply Pastors 85 Ministerial Services/Leadership Lay Members 87-98 Ministries 8, 11 District Boards/Committees 22-28 Mission Outreach Ministries 20-21 District Lay Leaders 6 Mission Team 7, 163 District Superintendents 6 Mississippi Rural Center, Columbia Directors 21 Mississippi United Methodist Foundation E Directors 21 Edwards Street Fellowship Center, Hattiesburg Directors 20 Equitable Compensation N Members 11 New Church Development 166 Report 178-180 O Ordained Ministry Members 11, 26 Report 181 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2010

Standing Rules 99-105 P Stewardship Table 8, 164 Parish and Community Development 166 Strengthening the Black Church Parsonage Guidelines 107 (SBC21) 165 Pensions 170-177 Surviving Spouses 229-234 Members 10 Pictorial 219-222 T Tellers 22 R Trustees 11 Reconciliation Table 7, 165 Resolutions and Petitions Property 191-197 U Regular 187-191 United Methodist Hour Rolls of Deceased 223-229 Directors 21 Rust College Report 184 W S Wesley Foundation Safe Sanctuary Policy 111-114 Directors - Community Colleges 18 Spiritual Leadership Table 7, 163 Directors - Senior Colleges 17 St. Andrews Mission Community Center, McComb Directors 21 Small Membership Church 167 Y Young Persons 8, 164 Corrections To publish a volume of this size and detail without errors is virtually impossible. Would you please assist us by notifying us of any errors which should be corrected before the next edition? Your cooperation in calling this to our attention is both appreciated and helpful. Please forward your suggestions on how the Journal can be more useful and benefical to you.

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