Mississippi Conference The United Methodist Church 2009 Official Journal and Yearbook Volume 1
Arise! Shine! 2009 Journal Mississippi Conference of The United Methodist Church Uniting The Mississippi Conference (1972) and The North Mississippi Conference (1973)
Twenty First Session
held in Jackson, MS at Jackson Convention Complex June 12-14, 2009
Journal Editor — Larry White Conference Secretary — Roger Puhr Assistant — Jay Biedenharn and Rehannon R. Miller Statistician — David Greer All photos courtesy of the Mississippi United Methodist Advocate Bishop Hope Morgan Ward Table of Contents Section I - Administration A. Annual Conference Officers ...... 5 B. Annual Conference Leadership...... 6 C. Annual Conference Leadership Groups...... 9 D. Institution Ministries...... 12 E. Tellers...... 22 F. District Boards/Committees...... 22
Section II - Conference Directory A. Clergy, Diaconal/Deaconess...... 29 B. Lay Members...... 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...... 110
Section IV - Business of Annual Conference A. Minutes of the Daily Proceedings...... 115 B. Condensed Minutes...... 126 C. Appointments...... 147
Section V - Reports A. Connectional Ministries...... 161 B. Financial and Administrative Ministries...... 166 C. Ministerial Services ...... 174
Section VI - Resolutions A. Regular...... 179 B. Referred...... 181 C. Property...... 182 D. Constitutional Amendments 2008 General Conference...... 185
Section VII - Historical A. Historical Table...... 201 B. Memoirs...... 202 C. Pictorial...... 217 D. Rolls...... 221
Section VIII - Financial A. Reports...... 233 B. Budgets...... 243 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
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 Sue McGrew 241 Church Ave, Gulfport, MS 39507 (228) 604-1962 Journal Editor Larry White P. O. Box 278, Wiggins, MS 39577 (601) 928-4880 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 Chet Dillard 121 East Lakeview, Clinton, MS 39056 (601) 924-7884 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) — 2009
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. Claiborne, 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 Sizemore-Baldwin, P. O. Box 220, Senatobia, MS 38668 (662) 562-5865 STA...... Bob Rambo, P. O. Box 1329, Starkville, MS 39759 (662) 323-0198 TUP...... Geoffrey Joyner, 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 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) 368-5657 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 18601 Highway 63, Moss Point, MS 39562 (228) 588-6546 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
Coordinator of Communications Lisa Michiels P. O. Box 1147, Jackson, MS 39215 (601) 354-0515 EXT. 17 Director of Connectional Ministries Steve Casteel P. O. Box 1147, Jackson, MS 39215 (601) 354-0515 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
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 3684 Lakeland Lane, Apt E3, Jackson, MS 39216 (601) 331-0476 Disaster Response Wayne Napier P.O.Box 146, Baldwin, MS 38824 (662) 365-5818 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 5305 Noma Drive, Diamondhead, MS 39525 (228) 255-6888
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 Mattie Gipson 209 E 5th Street, Hattiesburg, MS 39401 (601) 583-8131
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 Cheryl Denley 1159 Independence Road, Coldwater, MS 38618 (662) 562-5865 UMM President Chet Dillard 121 East Lakeview, Clinton, MS 39056 (601) 649-5464 UMW President Jackie Pennington 707 Tenth Avenue, Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 843-8139 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
Stewardship Team Stewardship / Convener Eddie Rester 115 Linden Court, Hattiesburg, MS 39402 (601) 544-7873 Church Revitalization Andy Stoddard 114 Forrest Gate Circle, Ripley, MS 38663 (662) 837-7183 Communications Frances Lucas 1701 N. State Street, Jackson, MS 39201(601) 974-1400 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 P O Box 308, Utica, MS 39175 (601) 885-6152
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) 408 West Quitman, Iuka, MS 38852 (662) 423-9253 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 Orman 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 Clergy/Diaconal Ministry Emergency Fund P. M. Gordon, Sr. 2328 Twin Gum Road, Starkville, MS 39759 (662) 323-7525 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
Equitable Compensation (Commission on) James Biedenharn, Jr. P. O. Box 6, Byhalia, MS 38611 (662) 838-2237 Ordained Ministry (Board of) Scott Larsen 7395 Stateline Road, Olive Branch, MS 38654 (662) 895-2208 Pastoral Care & Counseling Billy McCord P. O. Box 337, Bruce, MS 38915 (662) 983-2213 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
Lay Speaking Ministries Cheryl Denley Religion & Race Mattie Gipson Spiritual UMW President Jackie Pennington Hispanic Ministry Rayford Woodrick Leadership Steve McAlilly UMM President Chet Dillard
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 Callie Stewart New Church Development Dennise Donnell Min.
Small Church Coordinator Lauren Porter MUMSM Josh Gray 10 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
1. Personnel Connectional Ministry Clergy: Maxine Bolden, Steve McAllily, 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 Finance and Administration Clergy: 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) — 2009 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) — 2009
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) — 2009 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) — 2009
f. 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
g. 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
h. 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
i. 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) — 2009 15
j. 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
k. 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
l. United Methodist Senior Services of Clay County, Inc. Dugan Memorial Home, Inc. Board of Directors Class of 2009 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
m. 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
n. 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) — 2009
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 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 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009 17
Class of 2011 Rev. Andre’ Richard Tillman, Cassandra Vaughn Class of 2012 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 18 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
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 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) — 2009 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) — 2009
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) — 2009 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) — 2009
E. Tellers - 2008 District Lay Clergy BRO Connie Felter Darian Duckworth EJA Billy Manning Larry Sappington GWD Annie Williams Mark Jones HAT Marcealean Arrington Jody Smith MER Josaphine Hughes Kenneth Owen NAL Lelon Davidson Andy Cotton SEA Connie Coulson *Garry Ruff SEN Carolyn Burrow Barry Dickerson STA James Woodard Andy Pearson TUP Jonnie Kelso Brian F. Scott WJA Laura Tedder Rob Hill (*) Denotes Head Teller F. District Boards/Committees District Officers Brookhaven District UMW President: Frances Gail Jones Lay Leader: Pat Smith UMYF President: To Be Announced Director of Lay Speaking: Bonnie Dillon UMM President: Dorman Howell New Albany District UMW President: Jean Ricks Lay Leader: Dr. James Herod UMYF President: Guy Wimberly Director of Lay Speaking: Gordon Marie Crowe UMM President: Mickey Basil East Jackson District UMW President: Barbara Creekmoore Lay Leader: LaToya Redd UMYF President: Callie Creekmoore Director of Lay Speaking: Richard Henley UMM President: Ira Kynerd Seashore District UMW President: June Bragg Lay Leader: Mary Carter UMYF President: Cassandra Simpson Director of Lay Speaking: Rev. Sherry Judy UMM President: Robert Cole Greenwood District UMW President: Linda Hyland Lay Leader: John McClay UMYF President: Callie Stewart Director of Lay Speaking: Ann Gray UMM President: Tommy Barrett Senatobia District UMW President: Sallie Rule Lay Leader: Joy Mullen UMYF President: To Be Announced Director of Lay Speaking: Mike Ferguson UMM President: Bill Sissell Hattiesburg District UMW President: Edna Cave Lay Leader: John Gavin UMYF President: Tyler Hardin Director of Lay Speaking: Ryan Grayson UMM President: John Gavin Starkville District UMW President: Wema Blackledge Lay Leader: Information not provided UMYF President: To Be Announced Director of Lay Speaking: Information not provided Meridian District UMM President: Information not provided Lay Leader: Kia Hitt UMW President: Information not provided Director of Lay Speaking: Sarah King UMYF President: Information not provided UMM President: Robert Hughes The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009 23
Tupelo District West Jackson District Lay Leader: Information not provided Lay Leader: Jim Golden Director of Lay Speaking: Information not Director of Lay Speaking: Bill & Brenda provided Duckworth UMM President: Information not provided UMM President: Information not provided UMW President: Information not provided UMW President: Information not provided UMYF President: Information not provided UMYF President: Information not provided
District Boards 1. Church Locations and Buildings Brookhaven District Class of 2009: Susan Allen, Rev. Tom Atkins, Rev. Charles Bryant, Rev. David Cox, Rev. Mike Evans, Connie Felter Class of 2010: 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
Hattiesburg District West Team: Gloria Bryant, Mike Essary, Mattie Gipson, Mitchell Guess, Leader East Team: Curtis Cain, Louis Crumbley Jr., Randy James, Donald Rogers, Leader
Meridian District Class of 2009: Clareice Green, Harold White Class of 2010: Paul Fulton, Davey Wilderson Class of 2011: Owne Gordon, Fonda Rush Class of 2012: Johnny Rankin, Jimmy Smith Sr. Class of 2013: Rev. Sam Anderson, Grant Brown, Maxine Richardson
New Albany District Dr. Lelon Davidson, Chair; Rev. Robert McCoy, Vivien Richardson, Rev. Brownie Tohill, Hal Willcoxon, Vance Witt
Seashore District Rev. Joe Corley, Rev. Tom East, Rev. David Lowery, Chair; Rev. Bobby McGill, Dennis Oliver, Rev. Jeff Pruett, Robert Sharp, Rev. James Twiner, Mickey Williams
Senatobia District Rev. Ray Owens, Amy Daniels, Eddie Ford, John Hudson, Mat Lipscomb, Thomas Murphy
Starkville District Class of 2009: Mary G. Chambers, Rev. Dean Jones, William Oakley Class of 2010: Maudie Benton, Rev. George Buell, Rev. David McCoy Class of 2011: Mike Childs, Randy Ewing, Percy James 24 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
Tupelo District Class of 2008: Rev. Bessie Givhan, Rose Roberts, Rev. Darrell Sanderson Class of 2009: Gene Grubbs, Rev. Johniel Henry, Tim Riley Class of 2010: Melanie Clements, Jimmy Collums, Rev. Hershel Wiygul
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 Rev. Tom Atkins, Jim Barnett, Larry Bridges, Rev. Joe Crawford, Jim Hancock, Lula Mae Irvin, Rev. Arthur Lewis, Julia Pittman, Dorothy Wittig, Charles Wood East Jackson District Alicia Beam-Ingram, Rev. Stephen Bittick, Kevin Carter, Martha Clark, Jerry Farr, Kathy Jones, Vicki Jones, Elbrist Mason, Susan Smith
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: Thelma Collins, Rev. Billy Owen, Dr. Walter Roberts Sr., Rev. Guss Shelly, Rev. Marjorie Walker Class of 2011: Rev. Larry Creel, Johnny McWilliams, Mr. Walker Sturdivant Ex-Officio: John McClay
Hattiesburg District Judy Milligan, Chair; John Gavin, Lay Leader; Dwight Yates, Associate Lay Leader Class of 2010: Cheryl Jordan, Aubrey Lucas, Frank Gipson Class of 2011: Otis Magee, Gary Cook, Tony McDonald Class of 2012: Judy Milligan, Peggy B. Gates, Gene Horton
Meridian District Phyliss Anderson, Renay Dawkins, Rev. Carlotta Downing, Robbie Hale, Kiah Hitt, Rev. David Price, Rev. Gib Prince, Robert Turnage, Mary Walker, Rev. Martha Williams, Dan Willis
New Albany District 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 Hern, Rev. Phillip Heidelberg, Alice Walker, Rev. Rose Mary Williams
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 2009: Annie Kelly, T. J. Tate, Marty Wiseman Class OF 2010: Rev. Rochelle Minor, Barbara Renacker The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009 25
Class OF 2011: Rev. Curtis Bray, Rev. Larry Haggard, Beth Hartness Ex Officio: Hailey Peterson, James Woodard
Tupelo District Class of 2009: Jo Ann Filgo, Rev. Don Sparks, Scott Wright Class of 2010: Rev. Charles Coggins, Rev. Bessie Givhan, Rev. Raigan Miskelly
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 Carolyn Herndon, Martha Jackson, David Kincaid, Ansel Mote
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 Information not provided
Hattiesburg District David McCullen, Chair; John Gavin, Lay Leader; Kim Kay, Treasurer; Trudy Cessna, Secretary Class of 2010: David McCullen, Haskins Montgomery Class of 2011: Barbara Bobbett, Joey Hurston Class of 2012: Freeman Jones, Patricia Sherman
Meridian District Class of 2009: Connie Dion, David Fontenot, Bob Robbins 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, Perian Harrington, Chair; Wanda Hulbert, Kim Johnson, Melodye Luke, Rev. Robert Pittman
Senatobia District Janie Norwood, Coley Bailey, Richie Dickson, Joy Mullen, Glenda Rhodes, Kathy Marlowe
Starkville District Class of 2009: Mary Ann Gray, J.E. Logan Class of 2010: Curtis Ford, Billy Buck Staggers Class of 2011: Mike Dowd, Charles Hull Ex-Officio: Mono Howell 26 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
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 Rev. Tom Atkins, Rev. John Branning, Rev. Charles Brister, Rev. David Cox, Samuel Echols, Donald Hales, Rev. Arthur Lewis, Martha Lightsey, Rev. Nell Maki, Harold McClain, Rev. Van Moore, Rev. Lynn Mote, Rev. Patrick Schott
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: Hohn Ashley, Rev. Billy Owen, Chair; Rev. Marjorie Walker Class of 2011: Rev. Groever GlennIII, Rev. Tim Prather, Rev. Billy Ray Stonestreet Class of 2012: Rev. Dixie Holder-Cummings, Rev. Glenn Seefeld, Rev. Guss Shell
Hattiesburg District Vicki Hughes, Chair; Trudy Cessna, Secretary and Registrar Class of 2010: Vicki Hughes, Mattie Gipson, Paul McDonald, Henry G. Winwstead, Herman Campbell Class of 2011: Gene Horton, Tommy Artmann, James McRee, Billy Joe Haynes, Ann McCullen Class of 2012: Bruce Case, David Sellers, Patrick Hutto, Mary Lynn Still
Meridian District Clergy: Rev. Wayne Bass, Rev. Fred Britton, Rev. Cynthia Cross, Rev. Rob Gill, Rev. Walter Goldsmith, 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. Dr. Larry Hilliard, Chair; Rev, Gilbert White, Rev. Gloria McKinney, Rev. Heather Hensarling, Rev. John McCay III, Rev. Tom Potter, Rev. Victor Chatham, Rev. Robbie Murden, Rev. Larry White, Rev. David Greer, Rober Harry Senatobia District Class of 2009: Rev. Amy Lann Daniels, Rev. Dayna Goff, Grady Marlow, Carolyn Tyson Class of 2010: Rev. Clare Biedenharn, Rev. Ray Branch, Mildred Lee, Neville Vanderburg Ex-Officio: Rev. Joe Ranager, Rev. Victoria Sizemore-Baldwin, Joy Mullen
Starkville District Class of 2009: Rev. Don Bishop, Rev. George Buell, Sarah Sanders, Ann Walker Class of 2010: Rev. Byrd Hillman, Rev. Don Patterson Class of 2011: Rev. Stacy Douglas, Rev. Trey Harper, Pete Hodo III Ex-Officio: Rev. Eddie Lee Jones, Rev. Sam Morris, Rev. Andy Pearson The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009 27
Tupelo District Class of 2009: David Brevard, Betsy Collums, Dianne Harris, Rev. Billy McCord, Rev. Truman Thompson Class of 2010: Rev. Terri Armstrong, Rev. B.F. Lee, Minnie Leeper, Rev. Don McCain, Rev. Raigan Miskelly, Rev. Andy Ray, Rev. Sammy Washburn
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 2009: Jim Barnett, Verna Smith, Debra Strong Class of 2010: Edward L. Brown, Alfred Felder, Henrene Matthews
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
Greenwood District John Ashley, Rev. Rwth Ashton, Robert Berry Jr., Newby Cook, Rev. Grover Glenn III, Rev. Dixie Holder-Cummings, Rev. Mitchell McDonald, Rev. Billy Owen, Rev. Tim Prather, Rev. Glenn Seefeld, Rev. Guss Shelly, Rev. Marjorie Walker
Hattiesburg District Gene Carothers, Chair; Dawn Beam, District Chancellor; Billie Graham, District Chancellor Class of 2010: Gene Carothers, Jack Ramsey Class of 2011: Sean Priebe, Joey Rogers Class of 2012: Shronda Turner, Pat Bennett
Meridian District Class of 2009: Grant Brown, James Crotwell Class of 2010: Rev. Owen Gordon, Jimmy Smith Sr. Class of 2011: Walterine Kelly, Connie Walters Class of 2012: Mitchell Dawkins, David Hosch, Rev. Len McRaney
New Albany District Wallace Staggs, Chair; Les Sumner, Jim Sullivan, Mary Davidson, James Herod, District Lay Leader, Betsy Hamilton, Rev. Jeff Lawrence, Patrice Smith Seashore District Rev. Gene Vance, Chair; Larry Corban, Perian Harrington, Rev. Lindsey Robinson, Sidney Rushing, Rev. Gilbert White, Clemon P. Jimerson
Senatobia District Ann Bridgeforth, Richard Dickson, Bowen Flowers, Rev. Rickey Haynes, Robert H. Meachem, Thomas F. Murphy, Mary Ruth Street, Ronnie Taylor
Starkville District Class of 2009: Rev.James Black, Stephen Prewitt, Rev. Tyrone Stallings Class of 2010: Crayton Coleman, Peggy Crawford, Joni Seitz Class of 2011: Ralph Stewart, George Verrall, Don West 28 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
Tupelo District Class of 2009: James Ford, Cliff Hodges, Rev. Frank Millender Class of 2010: Don Harrington, Cully Hartsell, Rev. Rex Wilburn
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
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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 SP - Student Local Pastor Other Annual Conference LP - Other Local Pastor OE - Elder Member of LM - Certified Lay Minister Other Annual Conference SY - Other Supplies - GCFA needs OP - Probationary Member of to receive information on Other Annual Conference assigned pastors
* 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. 19 Rachel Lane , Perkinston, MS 39573 /(601) 928- 3800 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. 19 Rachel Lane , Perkinston, MS 39573 /(601) 928-3800 * 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- . 316 Waterfall Way , Clinton, MS 39056 (601) 353-6336/(601) 924-6193 Alman, Rex (Zexa): (RE) (W) 9/7/1926. Retired. 5012 6th Pl , Meridian, MS 39305 /(601) 483- 6005 * Altman, Mervyn Jonathan (Carol Lynette): (FE) (W) 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, 30 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
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) (W) 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) (W) 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) (W) 8/25/1921. Retired. 1256 Steens Creek Dr , Florence, MS 39073 /(601) 845-3299 * Appel, Kurt Thomas (Claudia): (FE) (W) 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 (Minna): (RE) (W) 6/20/1928. Retired. PO Box 841 , Lake Junaluska, NC 28745 (334) 794-2169/(828) 456-5289 [email protected] * Armstrong, Robert N (Gail M): (PL) (W) 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) (W) 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, Catherine M (Lee): (RL) (W) 4/14/1931. Retired.Memphis, 90-91; Eudora, First, Associate, 90-92; Caswell Springs, Associate, 92-94; Methodist Hospital, ; Retired. 312 E 5th St , Laurel, MS 39440 /(601) 428-1670 * Arrington, Donald Ray (Grace): (PL) (AA) 4/26/1955. Memphis, 94-97; Family Leave, 97-98; Amory: St. James. 612 Cox St , Amory, MS 38821 (662) 651-4990/(662) 256-3481 rev_arringtond@ yahoo.com * Artmann, Thomas Elton Jr (Paula): (FE) (W) 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) (W) 8/7/1924. Retired. 7401 Blackmon Road, Apt. 1801 , Columbus, GA 31909 /(706) 569-1762 * Ashford, Anthony A (Patricia): (PL) (AA) 2/28/1960. Columbus Circuit. 604 Gillespie Street , Starkville, MS 39759 /(662) 615-5344 Ashford, Benjamin H (): (RL) (AA) 2/12/1930. Retired. 848 CR 290 , Moorhead, MS 38761 /(662) 254-7493 Ashton, Loye B. (Rwth): (FD) (W) . Tougaloo College (Professor), 07- . Tougaloo College P O Box 71, Tougaloo, MS 39174 (601) 977-7944/(662) 247-3005 * Ashton, Rwth Samson (Dr. Loye B Ashton): (FE) (W) 2/9/1970. Crossgates, 03-08; Belzona: First, 08- . P O Box 53 , Belzoni, MS 39038 (662) 247-3612/(662) 247-3005 [email protected] Assink, Michael Lynn (Cindy): (PL) (W) 4/17/1951. Barlow, 92- . 2219 Norton-Assink Rd NW , Wesson, MS 39191 (601) 892-3770/(601) 833-4187 * Atchison, William Floyd (Glenae): (FE) (W) 12/7/1955. D in Prob.-02; FM-04; FE-04. 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 (): (FE) (W) 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) — 2009 31
Babb, J G Jr (Bernice): (RE) (W) 8/23/1924. Retired. 1505 E Cloverlane , Corinth, MS 38834 (662) 287-9156/(662) 287-9156 * Bailey, Elisha Allen Jr (Ethel Lavell): (RE) (W) 8/2/1921. Retired. Indianola: First, 98- . PO Box 86 , Indianola, MS 38751 (662) 887-4446/(662) 887-3505 * Bailey, Grady Sullivan Jr (Jennie): (RE) (W) 8/18/1938. Retired. Ellison/Pickens, 06-. 6806 Vaughan Rd , Vaughan, MS 39179 (662) 673-8217/(662) 673-8217 [email protected] * Bailey, James L. Jr. (): (FL) (W) 12/12/1956. Scooba-Binnsville, 09- . P.O. Box 56 , Scooba, MS 39358 (662) 476-5525/ [email protected] * Bailey, Michelle Ke (): (FE) (W) 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, 1/1/08-12/31/08; Biloxi: Beavoir, 08- . 2113 Pass Road , Biloxi, MS 39531 (228) 388-1478/(228) 760-1955 mkbailey@ juno.com Baker, James Clay (Jane L): (RE) (W) 12/29/1937. Retired. 7506 Eureka Rd , Courtland, MS 38620 (662) 563-8253/(662) 563-8253 [email protected] * Baker, Michael Ray (Kathleen): (FE) (W) 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] * Banes, Henry Eugene (Elsie): (FE) (W) 4/3/1945. PM-83; D-83; E-86; FC-86. Holly Bush U.M.C., 77-78; Pucket/Johns Charge, 78-84; Indepen-dence, 84-86; Jackson Street/Hawkins Chapel Charge, 86- 90; Centreville, 90-93; Mendenhall, 93-98; Moore/New Hope, 98-2000; Poplarville, 00-05; Hazlehurst: First, 05-06: Pelahatchie: First-Guide, 06-. P O Box 306 , Pelahatchie, MS 39145 (601) 854-8028/(601) 546-2920 [email protected] * Barefield, Sam (): (RE) (W) . Retired. PO Box 1322 , Franklin, TN 37065 / * Barksdale, William Alford Jr (): (FE) (W) 11/3/1967. PM-94; D-94; FC-95; E-95. Madi¬son, First, Associate, 93-97; Conference Staff, 97-2003; Madison, 03. 100 Post Oak Road , Madison, MS 39130 (601) 856-6058/ [email protected] * Barkum, Nathaniel Sr. (Teresa): (PL) (AA) 1/27/1971. Picayune Circuit (Assoc), 07-09; New Church Start, 09- . 18025 Greenleaves Drive , Gulfport, MS 39503 (228) 669-6258/(228) 831-4291 [email protected] * Barlow, Roy Benjamin (Emily): (FE) (W) 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) (W) 1/28/1925. Retired. 18824 Goff Farm Rd , Moss Point, MS 39562 /(228) 588-3229 Barnes, Elsie Anderson (Thomas): (RL) (AA) 8/12/1935. Retired. 1713 61st Ave , Gulfport, MS 39501 (228) 864-8855/(228) 864-8855 * 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, Jerry Franklin (Emily): (RL) (W) 1/7/1941. Retired. 121 Hester Ln , Pulaski, MS 39152 /(601) 536-3947 [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- . 1013 McKinley , Tupelo, MS 38801 (662) 844-4951/(662) 844-0409 [email protected] * Barnes, Paul V (Sandra): (PL) (W) 4/20/1956. Retired. Pleasant Hill, 09- . 2 Biedenharn Dr , Vicksburg, MS 39183 (601) 631-5571/(601) 634-8701 [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) (W) 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. E-05. Abbeville Charge, 99-02; DeKalb Parish, 02. P O Box 142 , DeKalb, MS 39328 /(601) 743-9543 [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) (W) 3/13/1937. Retired. 185 Rials Creek Road , Mendenhall, MS 39114 (601) 278-6702/(601) 278-6702 [email protected] * Beam, Jerry Bostick (Sally): (FE) (W) 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) — 2009
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-. P O Box 686 , New Albany, MS 38652 (662) 534-7733/(662) 583-0520 jbeamds@ eclergy.net * Beam-Ingram, Alicia Lynette (Jim): (FD) (W) 10/9/1968. FD-01. Florence: Marvin, 96-98; Hattiesburg: Main Street, Education, 98-2000; Cokesbury, 00-07; Transitional Leave, 01/04/07 - . PO Box 91 , Star, MS 39167 (601) 845-2214/(601) 845-6626 [email protected] * Beam-Ingram, James Carey (Alicia): (FE) (W) 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/ Center For Ministry, 06-. PO Box 91 , Star, MS 39167 (601) 974-1488/(601) 845-6626 [email protected] * Beard, Timothy T (Marjorie): (FE) (W) 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) (W) 11/19/1955. Louin-Read’s Chapel. PO Box 985 , Bay Springs, MS 39422 (601) 425-4622/(601) 739-3349 [email protected] * Beauchamp, Finis P (Gloria): (PL) (W) 10/1/1956. Flowood. 332 Wild Cedar Pl , Brandon, MS 39042 / [email protected] * Beavers, William Tramel (Becky): (FE) (W) 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 (): (RE) (AA) 10/26/1926. Retired. P.O. Box 415 , Aberdeen, MS 39730 (662) 369-2093/(662) 369-2093 Benefield-Pfaff, Rachel (Scott): (FE) (W) 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 (): (PL) () . Carthage: Greenwood Chapel, 09- . 1129 Lake Road , Pelahatchie, MS 39145 /(601) 845-6380 Beshell, Peckie Jill (): (RD) (W) 12/16/1936. Retired. 4701 Lakeland Dr Apt 27A , Flowood, MS 39232 /(601) 420-0101 [email protected] * Bevill, Sara Nell (Mario): (FE) (W) 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) (W) 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) (W) 8/28/1946. E-98; FC-98. Redbone, 96-98; Porter’s Chapel, 98-04; Jackson: Epworth, 04-07; Byhalia, 07- . P.O. Box 6 , Byhalia, MS 38611 (662) 838- 2237/(662) 838-6030 * Biedenharn, Jay (Sally Louise): (FL) (W) 8/1/1983. Walnut, 08- . PO Box 78 , Walnut, MS 38683 /(662) 223-4267 [email protected] Biggers, Roy Harmon (Emily): (RE) (W) 6/1/1944. Retired. 3125 CR 16 , Louin, MS 39338 (601) 764-4972/(601) 764-4972 [email protected] * Bishop, Donald Lee (Nancy): (FE) (W) 12/8/1947. OT-70; D-70; E-73; FC-73. Hickory Flat, 67-69; Student, Emory, 69-72; luka, North, 72-75; Belden, 75-76; Winston Parish, 76-82; Ackerman, 82-87, Columbus, Wesley, 87-92: Fulton, 92-98; McComb, Centenary, 98-02, Batesville:First, 02-04; West Point: The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009 33
First, 04. PO Box 293 , West Point, MS 39773 (662) 494-1658/(662) 494-9203 dbishop@fumcwestpoint. com * Bishop, Nancy Faye (Donald): (FD) (W) 8/2/1946. Magnolia, 98-02; West Point: Christ, 04-07; Artesia: New Hope (Assoc), 07- . 1007 Rich St , West Point, MS 39773 /(662) 494-9203 donand- [email protected] * Bishop, Ricky Hugh (Sharon): (PL) (W) 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) (W) 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) (W) 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) (W) 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, Associ¬ate, 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) (W) 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) (W) 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) 981-2987/(601) 853- 4972 [email protected] Bobo, Len D (Pam): (DM) (W) . Meridian: Central, 03- . 103 Pine Crest Dr , Union, MS 39365 (601) 693-1521/(601) 774-9096 * Bolden, Maxine Simmons (Michael): (FE) (AA) 3/12/1964. E-07; FC-07; Greer Chapel. 1448 Tracewood Drive , Jackson, MS 39211 (601) 932-6507/(601) 977-0453 [email protected] Bolton, Larry Darnell (Patsy N): (AM) (AA) . AM-86. Leakesville, 82; Enter¬prise Circuit, 82 84; Lake Circuit, 84; 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, 97. 107 Juanita Blackwell Dr , Beaumont, MS 39423 /(601) 735-9233 Bonds, Jerry Wayne (): (PL) () . Blue Mountain, 07- . 357 CR 956 , Iuka, MS 38852 /(662) 423- 3162 Bonner, Roy Everett (Virgie): (RL) (W) 9/1/1918. Retired. 341 Kirklin Rd , Tylertown, MS 39667 (601) 693-4254/(601) 693-5488 * Booker, Linnie Juanita (): (AM) (AA) 12/2/1943. Barwick, 03-05; Holly Springs: Asbury-Taylors Chapel, 05-07; Abbeville Charge, 07- . 59 Cr 198 , Oxford, MS 38655 (662) 234-3932/(662) 236-5126 [email protected] Boone, Jimmy Michael (): (FE) () 1/23/1956. 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) (W) 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 * Boren, Aubrey Lindon (Lillian): (RE) (W) 6/22/1939. Retired. Iuka: South, 07- . 195 Graham Rd. , Iuka, MS 38825 /(662) 423-1027 [email protected] * Bowdoin, Lister H. (Sharon): (FL) (W) 1/6/1948. Bovina/Edwards, 07- . 410 Naples Road , Jackson, MS 39206 (601) 940-3635/ [email protected] 34 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
Bowie, John L (Gladys): (RE) (W) 3/15/1951. Retired. 1073 Rolling Hills Dr , Crystal Springs, MS 39059 (601) 892-6020/(601) 892-6020 [email protected] Box, Dabney (Mattie Inez): (RA) (W) 2/28/1924. Retired. 1515 CR 337 c/o The Magnolia Place, New Albany, MS 38652 / * Box, Oliver James (): (FE) (W) 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) (W) 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; Booneville: First, 03. PO Box 235 , Booneville, MS 38829 (662) 728-5773/(662) 728-4673 pwbox@ bellsouth.net * Boyd, Franklin Lamar (Jeanette): (PL) (W) 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) (W) 2/15/1939. Retired. 9954 Old Hwy 61 S , Dundee, MS 38626 (662) 471-4735/(662) 363-7082 [email protected] Boyd, Ray (Lucille): (RL) (W) 12/23/1933. Retired. PO Box 71 , Scooba, MS 39358 (662) 476- 8309/(662) 476-8309 Boyte, Rank William (Bonnie): (RE) (W) 6/17/1925. Retired. 1049 CR 82 , New Albany, MS 38652 (662) 534-2793/(662) 534-2793 * Bradley, Anne Russell (Scott): (PL) (W) 8/6/1965. Columbus: First, 05. 39 Fairway Dr , Columbus, MS 39705 (662) 328-5252/(662) 327-5469 [email protected] * Bradley, Kevin Clyde (Jaye): (Pl) (W) 9/14/1963. Rosedale, 04-07; Big Point-Rosedale, 07-. 2248 Hwy 612 , Lucedale, MS 39452 /(601) 947-2440 [email protected] * Braman, Diane Lynne (B.B.): (PD) () . PD-07; Transitional Leave, 6/14/07-1/18/08; Solomon Counceling Ctr., 08- 404 Briars Bend , Brandon, MS 39042 (601) 326-3736/(601) 842-7599 dbra- [email protected] * Branch, Ellis Ray (Connie): (FE) (W) 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- . POB 1226 , Tunica, MS 38676 (662) 363-2137/(662) 363-2078 raybee123@ bellsouth.net * Branning, John Mark (Traci): (FE) (W) 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 (): (RE) (W) 1/16/1944. Retired. 1204 Webster Street , Corinth, MS 38834 /(662) 396-2262 * Bray, Curtis Lee (Pamela): (FL) (W) 6/2/1952. Shaeffer’s Chapel. 3754 CR 30 , Ethelsville, AL 35461 (662) 328-7224/(205) 658-2834 [email protected] * Brewer, Bobby L (Rebecca Estelle): (FL) (W) 11/28/1948. Carson-Goodhope, 00-05; Dixie, 05. 172 S Lake Rd , Hattiesburg, MS 39401 (601) 545-1514/(601) 582-8901 [email protected] Brewer, Leland (Velma Jean): (RE) (W) . Retired. 303 Kensington Dr , Hattiesburg, MS 39402 /(601) 264-8178 Bridge, Tyler Rende (Kristy): (PL) (W) . Hopewell, 07- . 3631 Elmer Trail SE , Brookhaven, MS 39601 (601) 833-1270/(601) 823-8977 [email protected] * Brister, Charles Earl Jr (Mary Louise): (RE) (W) 9/10/1937. Retired. PO Box 256 , Summit, MS 39666 (601) 276-7248/(601) 276-7248 [email protected] * Britt, Willis J Jr (Brenda): (RE) (W) 8/12/1942. Retired. 5592 Baxter Drive , Jackson, MS 39211 /(601) 899-8925 [email protected] * Britton, Fred Shell (Angela): (FE) (W) 8/28/1958. PM-81; D-81; E-85; FC-85. Asbury Theological Seminary, 81-83; Glendale/Gillis Chapel, 83-85; West¬lake, 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] * Brooks, David L. (Sharon): (FL) (W) 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) (W) 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, The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009 35
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): (PL) (W) 4/2/1983. Nanih Waiya, 03-07; Mt. Pleasant, 07- . POB 67 , Mt Pleasant, MS 38649 (662) 851-7301/(662) 851-7909 [email protected] Brown, D Elton (Juliette): (RE) (W) 9/22/1927. Retired. PO Box 93 , Purvis, MS 39475 /(601) 794- 2136 [email protected] Brown, Dalton Dee (Exie): (RP) (W) 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) (W) 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) 236-3409 * 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] * Brownlee, David (Irene): (OE) (W) . Jackson: Christ (Senior), 09- . 6000 Old Canton Rd , Jackson, MS 39211 (601) 914-7114/(769) 216-3441 [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, Hollis (Elizabeth): (RE) (W) 11/4/1915. Retired. 507 Greer Rd , Coldwater, MS 38618 (662) 233-2480/(662) 233-2480 * 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 (): (FL) (W) . Fletchers Chapel/Bethany, 08- . 5711 Fletcher’s Chapel Rd , Yazoo City, MS 39194 /(706) 676-3364 [email protected] Buckley, Marjorie (): (FE) (W) 1/11/1951. PM-77; D-78; E-85; FC-85. Student, Perkins School of Theology, 78-80; Pastoral Counsel¬ing & Education Center, Dallas, TX, 83-87; Newton, 87-95; Olive Branch, Maples, 95-.2000; Oxford-Univ. Assoc. 2000-04; Leave-Sabbatical, 04-05; Leave-Voluntary, 05. 633 Piedmont Dr , Oxford, MS 38655 /(662) 513-3963 [email protected] * Buell, George W (Patricia T): (FE) (W) 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] Bullock, Ernest Ed (Betty Louise): (RL) (W) 12/9/1934. Retired. PO Box 1334 , Laurel, MS 39441 /(404) 805-6526 * Burghard, Louis (): (FL) () . Gloster, 08- ; Wesley Fdn. Co-LinCC, 07- . PO Box 157 , Gloster, MS 39638 /(601) 754-0165 [email protected] * Burke, Paul Carl (Lataine): (RL) (W) 4/24/1930. Retired. 112 N Montgomery Ave , Sheffield, AL 35660 (256) 314-5523/ * Burkes, John Clinton Jr (Linda Mills): (FE) (W) 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) (W) . 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) (W) 4/6/1906. Retired. PO Box 268 , Flora, MS 39071 /(601) 879-8153 [email protected] 36 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
* Burris, Clifton Louis (Leanne): (FE) (W) 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) (W) 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] * Bursi, Charles Joseph Jr (Wanda): (PL) (W) 3/15/1957. Love. 115 Cross Creek Dr , Hernando, MS 38632 (901) 692-3434/(662) 429-7646 [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- . 109 Canary Cove , Greenwood, MS 38930 (662) 453-3477/(662) 453-3807 [email protected] * Burton, Charles Henry (Faye): (RE) (W) 8/12/1930. Gallman. 1028 S Pat Harrison Dr , Crystal Springs, MS 39059 (601) 892-0946/(601) 892-0946 * Burton, Franklin Gail (Linda Faye): (RE) (W) 11/23/1944. Retired. 10095 North Cockrum Drive , Hernando, MS 38632 /(662) 808-3411 * Burton, Sampson Spivey II (Sandra): (FE) (W) 7/25/1960. FM-04; FE-04; 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) (W) 1/22/1979. PE–08. Caledonia, 08- . P. O. Box 1 , Caledonia, MS 39740 (662) 356-9023/(662) 855-0432 [email protected] * Butler, George Brantley (Carolyn): (RA) () 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) (W) 8/2/1931. Retired. 1757 Willow Branch Rd , Dickson, TN 37055 /(615) 974-6542 Butts, Robert Yates (Kathleen Roberts): (RE) (W) 11/17/1932. Retired. 7036 N. Thunder Ridge, Morgantown, IN 46160 /(812) 597-4288 [email protected]
* Cager, Brenda (): (PL) () . New Fork-Thirkield, 08- . , , /(601) 833-4398 * Cain, Bobby Ray (Shirley Jean): (RL) (W) 8/17/1936. Retired. PO Box 246 , Goodman, MS 39079 (662) 472-0520/(662) 653-9924 Cain, Curtis Lamar (Mary): (RE) (W) 2/16/1946. Retired. 1315 Walnut St , Waynesboro, MS 39367 /(601) 735-4249 [email protected] * Calcote, Loyd Versie (Shirley Ann): (RE) (W) 7/25/1934. Retired. PO Box 398 , Summit, MS 39666 (601) 276-3235/(601) 833-3838 * Calcote, William Dennis (Brenda): (PL) () 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 * Cameron, Pamela Jewel (): (PE) (W) 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 (Frank): (RA) (W) 7/16/1930. Retired. 98 CR 210 , Oakland, MS 38948 (601) 645-6178/(601) 645-5678 * Campbell, Charles Burton (Candace Lynn): (FE) (W) 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 ; US Army, 04. 413 Beaver Lake Rd , Purvis, MS 39475 (601) 554-5767/(601) 794-8895 charles. [email protected] Campbell, Percy M (): (RL) (W) 9/15/1925. Retired. 115 N Central Ave , Ridgeland, MS 39157 /(601) 856-7241 * Campos, Luz Marina (): (PL) () . New Church Start - Hispanic Ministries, 09- . 1341 Richland Drive , Southaven, MS 38671 (601) 469-1346/(662) 280-4538 [email protected] The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009 37
* Carothers, Davis Roy Jr (Mary Catherine): (FE) (W) 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, 97-2000-04; Byram: New Covenant, 04. 850 McAllister St , Greenville, MS 0 (662) 332-1815/(662) 332-0887 [email protected] Carpenter, Stephen Van Jr (Joann): (RE) (W) 2/28/1939. Retired. 25 Lakeview Drive , Ocean Springs, MS 39564 /(228) 875-4675 [email protected] * Carpenter, Travis Michael (Elizabeth): (FL) (W) 2/12/1981. Brandon: First (Assoc), 07-08; Hatiesburg: Main St. (Assoc), 08- . PO Box 1009 , Hattiesburg, MS 39403 (601) 582-5557/ traviscar- [email protected] * Carr, Jimmy Lee (Joy T): (FD) (W) 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@LakeJunaloska. com * Carr, Joyce Taylor (Jimmy): (DR) (W) 10/5/1942. Retired. PO Box 67 , Lake Junaluska, NC 28745 (828) 454-6791/(828) 452-6005 [email protected] * Carr, Perry Lincoln (Dessie): (PL) (AA) 4/20/1952. Pontotoc Parish, 04-06; Nettleton: Pleasant Grove, 06-. PO Box 5264 , Columbus, MS 39704 (662) 574-9058/(662) 574-9058 mindessiecarr@ yahoo.com * Carr, Susannah Grubbs (Todd): (FE) (W) 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 Smith): (FE) (W) 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) (W) 5/24/1932. Brooksville-Crawford. 6961 Highway 397 , Preston, MS 39354 (662) 677-3353/(601) 677-3353 [email protected] Carroll, Joseph William: (RE) (W) 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-, P O Box 13436 , Jackson, MS 39236 /(601) 331-2029 * Carrubba, Earle Bryan (Deanna): (FE) (W) 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) (W) 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, John Floyd (): (RE) (W) 8/20/1916. Retired. 555 Walters Rd , Pelahatchie, MS 39145 (601) 546-2226/(601) 546-2226 * Carter, Kevin Andrew (Dianne): (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): (PL) (AA) 7/4/1944. Greenwood: Decell. 204 Westside Avenue , Indianola, MS 38751 (662) 453-7692/(662) 887-1890 [email protected] * Case, Jerry Bruce Jr (Jen): (FE) (W) 1/14/1970. PM 96; D 96; FC 99; E 99. Meridian: Central Associate, 96-2001; Alaska Conf, 01-05; Hattiesburg: Court Street, 05. 609 Southern Ave , Hattiesburg, MS 39401 (601) 583-1711/(601) 520-0442 [email protected] Case, John Morrison (Ellen): (RE) (W) 2/14/1936. Retired. 718 Nottingham Drive , Oxford, MS 38655 (662) 236-3912/(662) 236-3912 [email protected] Case, Martin Alexander (Betty): (RE) (W) 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) (W) 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- 38 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
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- . 8320 Highway 80 , Morton, MS 39117 /(601) 732-6900 wbca- [email protected] * Casteel, Steven Wayne (Cynthia Virginia): (FE) (W) 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) (W) 12/14/1938. Retired. HAT Dist (staff), 04- ; Brooklyn, 09- . 88 Entrekin Ln , Purvis, MS 39475 (601) 264-9181/(601) 794-5555 [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 (Amelia): (RE) (W) 2/22/1938. Retired. 3755 Lake Village Cv , Olive Branch, MS 38654 (901) 833-7934/(901) 833-7934 * Chaney, Gerald Allen (Mary Louise): (RL) (W) 8/11/1939. Retired. Chunky, 06-. PO Box 57 , Chunky, MS 39153 /(601) 655-8782 * Chapman, Jerry D. (Diane Leggett): (RE) (W) 8/17/1946. Retired. 317 Washington Avenue , Ocean Springs, MS 39564 /(228) 860-4384 [email protected] * Chatham, Victor R (): (FE) (W) 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) 861-3123 [email protected] * Cheney, Charlene Nicole (): (FE) () 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) (W) 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 / Clark, Kathryn (): (DR) (W) 6/4/1912. Retired. 200 Dominican Dr #2104 , Madison, MS 39110 (601) 856-0473/(601) 856-0473 * 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) (W) 6/16/1939. Retired. Centreville-White’s Chapel, 97-2001; Liberty, 2001-2003; Buckatunna-State Line, 03. PO Box 120 , Buckatunna, MS 39322 (601) 498-0054/(601) 425-1301 [email protected] * Cochran, Mitchell Wayne (Marcia): (FE) (W) 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) 932-4818/(601) 936-5337 [email protected] * Coggins, Charles Edward (Ginny Lee): (FL) (W) 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 M (Dorothy): (FL) () 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) (W) 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 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009 39
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) (W) 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-. 1395 Jeff Davis School Rd , Meridian, MS 39301 /(601) 604-0032 * 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) (W) 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] * 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 / Union Memorial. PO Box 486 , Itta Bena, MS 38941 /(662) 254-7316 [email protected] * Collins, Julie P (Sid): (FD) (W) . DREAM, 07- . 31 Glinda Ln , Hattiesburg, MS 39401 (601) 545- 2102/(601) 582-8332 Conner, Bessie (): (DR) (W) 6/25/1930. Retired. 2800 W Main St Cottage 204A , Tupelo, MS 38801 (662) 841-9659/(662) 841-9659 * Cook, Juanita W (Fernando): (PL) (AA) 12/22/1948. Mt. Zion 03-06; Vaiden: Haven, 06- ; Ebenezer: Mt. Zion, 09- . 544 CR 163 , Coila, MS 38923 /(662) 237-4586 [email protected] Cook, June Goforth (): (RD) (W) 4/23/1935. Retired. 317 Kingsbridge Rd , Madison, MS 39110 /(601) 898-7186 [email protected] * Cook, Robert (): (PL) () . Clinton Seven Springs, 08- . PO Box 1294 , Ridgeland, MS 39158 (601) 432-2003/(601) 856-7988 [email protected] * Cook, Stephen Tyrone (Erma Louise): (FE) (AA) 1/3/1969. E 05. Greenville: Revels, 99-08; Greenville: Hope Ministries (co-pastor), 05-08; 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) (W) 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) (W) 2/13/1935. Retired. New Albany: Glenfield, 02- . PO Box 667 , Dumas, MS 38625 (662) 837-7030/(662) 837-7030 * Cooper, Leon L. (): (PL) () . St. Peter-Meridian: Wesley Chapel, 09- . 107 Oak St , Newton, MS 39345 (601) 604-1879/(601) 846-3056 [email protected] Corley, Kenneth (Glenda): (RE) (W) 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 (Genny)): (FL) (W) 9/17/1948. Mount Olive, 06-. 88 CR 7 , Soso, MS 39480 (601) 797-3965/(601) 729-8525 * Cosnahan, Brister Calvin (): (PL) (W) 2/12/1956. Fayette-Community, 03-07; Vaiden, 07-. 1271 Winwood Cove , Tupelo, MS 38801 (662) 842-5150/(662) 844-7806 [email protected] * Cothen, Joseph Herbert III (Teresa Ann): (FE) (W) 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, Frances Louise (): (RA) (W) 10/3/1929. Retired. 1412 Delaware Ave #215, McComb, MS 0 (601) 684-3329/(601) 684-3329 * Cotten, Sheblon Andre (Ellen Annette): (FE) (W) 2/18/1955. PM-78; D-78; E-82; FC-82. Candler School of Theology, 77-80; Sandy Hook Charge, 80-81; New Pros¬pect 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] 40 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
Covington, Eugene (Sue Davis): (RE) (W) 7/31/1930. Retired. 70 Shamrock Dr , Laurel, MS 39443 /(601) 425-4767 * Covington, Mark E (Kenda): (FE) (W) 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 Asso¬ciate, 96-2000; Laurel: Kingston / Philadelphia, 00. 603 E Jessamine St , Ellisville, MS 39437 (601) 428-4896/(601) 577-5769 [email protected] * Cox, David Earl (P Dale): (FE) (W) 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) (W) 1/15/1939. Retired-12/31/06. Lula-Friars Point, 09- . 339 Ann Marie Dr , Southaven, MS 38671 /(662) 393-7211 [email protected] * Craft, Douglas Sam (Shondreka): (PL) (AA) 11/17/1960. Picayune Ct. Assoc.-02; Benndale Circuit, 02. 22208 Houston Ladner Road , Saucier, MS 39574 /(228) 539-9030 [email protected] * Craft, Shondreka B (Douglas Sam): (PL) (AA) 9/11/1973. Benndale Circuit. 22208 Houston Ladner Road , Saucier, MS 39574 /(228) 539-9030 * 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): (PL) (W) 7/6/1940. Crossroads / McLaurin, 02. 105 W Main Ave , Lumberton, MS 39455 /(601) 796-2525 * Crawford, Ross Britt (Wanda): (PL) (AA) 6/10/1964. Oktibbeha-Clay Parish. 1340 Boyd Rd , Starkville, MS 39759 (662) 494-3020/(662) 324-1339 [email protected] * 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 (): (PL) () . Bethel, 08- . 2231 Goodwill Loop , Brookhaven, MS 39601 /(601) 823-3266 [email protected] * Creel, Lawrence Albert (Nancy): (FE) (W) 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) (W) 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) (W) 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, 98-04; Leave-Disability, 04. 1172 CR 506 , Shannon, MS 38868 (662) 767-3833/(662) 767-3833 ccrum6@ bellsouth.net 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. Retired. 400 Laurel Hill Dr , Starkville, MS 39759 (662) 323-5696/(662) 323-5696 [email protected] The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009 41
Cumberland, Thomas Lane (Lynda Carolyn): (RE) (W) 12/15/1941. Retired. 3405 Hwy 53 , Poplarville, MS 39470 (601) 795-3162/(601) 795-3162 * Cumbest, Christopher Oris (Sheila R): (FE) (W) 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 Brooks): (FE) (W) 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. 4322 Popps Ferry Rd , D’Iberville, MS 39540 (228) 392-4288/(228) 392-4273 biscuitman@cableone. net * Cumbest, Sheila R (Christopher Oris): (FD) (W) 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 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 sheila@ stpaulos.org Cupit, Thomas F (Edna): (RE) (W) 6/18/1923. Retired. 1909 Modeannia St , Tupelo, MS 38801 (662) 840-1947/(662) 840-1947 [email protected] Currey, George Todd Sr. (Betty): (RE) (W) 5/1/1928. Retired. PO Box 7 , Eastaboga, AL 36260 / [email protected] * Curtis, James Richard (Judy): (FE) (W) 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 [email protected] * Curtis, William Edwin (Faye): (RE) (W) 5/3/1930. Retired. 2015 Hickory St , Starkville, MS 39759 (662) 323-1624/(662) 323-1624 [email protected] * Cutrer, George A. (): (PL) () . Mt. Carmel, 06- . 6042 Enterprise Road , Summit, MS 39666 /(601) 250-0779 [email protected]
* Dabbs, Danny Neil Sr. (Sara): (FE) (W) 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) (W) 8/23/1932. Retired. 125 Summit Ridge , Hattiesburg, MS 39402 (601) 582-5557/(601) 264-2294 * Dailey, Bobby E (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) (W) 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 [email protected] * Daniel, Ray Neal Jr (Annette L.): (FE) (W) 7/25/1954. PM 1976 D 1976; E 1983; FC 1983. Iliff School of Theology, 76-79; Capitol Street UMC, Associate, 79-80; Pelahat¬chie-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- . P O Box 365 , Raleigh, MS 39153 (601) 782-4202/(601) 782-9340 [email protected] * Daniels, Amy Lann (John Edward): (FD) (W) 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) (W) 8/18/1968. Falkner. 609 Glendale Rd , New Albany, MS 38652 /(662) 534-2785 * Davis, Elvernice (Cynthia): (RE) (AA) 4/11/1940. Retired. 3796 Merritt Street , Memphis, TN 38128 /(901) 380-0054 [email protected] 42 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
* Davis, Francis Joseph (): (FL) (W) 8/4/1946. Natchez: Lovely Lane-Kingston. 1227 Horshoe Dr , Natchez, MS 39120 (601) 442-2218/(601) 442-4725 [email protected] Davis, Harry Bryan (): (FE) (W) 12/14/1950. OT 1985; D 1985; E 1988; FC 1988. 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 1998- 2003; Leave-Incapacity, 03. PO Box 176 , Hamilton, MS 39746 /(662) 343-9291 * Davis, Julian Lamar Jr. (Melissa): (FD) (W) 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) (W) 8/10/1942. Retired. 192 Arbor Ln , Columbus, MS 39702 (662) 327-1090/(662) 327-1090 [email protected] * de la Cruz, Goyo (Luz): (FL) (Other) 2/7/1956. Forest: Trinity, 02-09; New Church Startttttt- Hispanic Ministries, 09- . 1341 Richland Drive , southaven, MS 38671 (601) 469-1346/(662) 280-4538 [email protected] * Dearing, Allen Standefer (Debra): (FE) (W) 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) (W) 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) (W) 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 St. , Moss Point, MS 39563 (228) 935-0257/(228) 324-8988 [email protected] * DeDeaux, Wilmer Nathaniel (Mary Helen): (PL) (W) 10/8/1949. Gulfport: Haven Chapel, 97. 1310 Mills Ave , Gulfport, MS 39501 /(228) 832-5977 [email protected] Develin, Billy Earnest (): (RA) (W) 9/23/1945. Retired . 392 Cedar Drive , Columbus, MS 39705 / * DeVore, Stephen Alan (June): (FE) (W) 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, 07-09; Incapacity Leave, 09- . 1910 West Quitman , Iuka, MS 38852 / [email protected] Dial, Stephen Grady (): (FE) () 12/24/1950. Incapacity Leave. 129 Rock Port Drive , McDonough, GA 30253 / * Dickerson, Barry Dale (Grace): (FE) (W) 7/29/1949. PM 1975; D 1975; E 1978; FC 1978. Asbury Theological Seminary, 73-77; Jeff Davis Parish, 77-80; Ridge¬land, 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) (W) 5/31/1975. Bethlehem Center, . 709 Water Oak Cv , Pearl, MS 39208 (601) 825-8677/ [email protected] * Dickson-Rishel, Dorothy Jane (Rod): (FE) (W) 7/6/1959. PM-83; D-83; E-91; FC-91. 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) 867-4700/(228) 863-2242 [email protected] * Dickson-Rishel, Roderick Elliot (Dorothy Jane): (FE) (W) 10/1/1956. PM-83; D-83; E-88; FC-88. 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) (W) 3/25/1921. Retired. 873 Windsor Rd , Grenada, MS 38901 /(662) 226-2755 * Dixon, Linda Faye (): (PE) () . PE-09. Hattiesburg: Main St. (Assoc), 09- . 612 S George Ave #4 , Petal, MS 39465 / [email protected] The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009 43
* Dobbs, Claire Elizabeth (): (FE) (W) 11/17/1975. PE-01; FM-04, FE-04. First, Associate, 2001-04; Oxford: Oxford-University, 04. 119 Edgewood Blvd , Oxford, MS 38655 (662) 234-5278/ cdobbs8@ gmail.com * Dobson, Jimmy D (Carol): (FE) (W) 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 [email protected] * Dodd, William Sanford (Beverly): (RE) (W) 2/10/1946. Retired 1645 Live Oak Drive , Grenada, MS 38901 (662) 809-1416/(662) 809-1288 [email protected] * Dollar, Larry E (Elaine): (PL) (W) 7/4/1948. Mt Pleasant-Brownfield, 83. 261 Dunn Rd. , Walnut, MS 38683 (800) 458-1560/ [email protected] * Donnell, Denise (): (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) (W) 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) (W) 7/2/1946. Louisville West, 05. 1629 Pearson Rd , Louisville, MS 39339 /(662) 773-2242 [email protected] * Dowling, William Hilton Sr (Angela): (FE) (W) 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) 736-2475 dowling@telepak. net * Downs, Walter (Sheryl): (FL) (W) 4/18/1952. Liberty, 06- . 175 Old Trace Dr. , Baldwyn, MS 38824 /(662) 401-8675 [email protected] * Dubose, Michael Dale (Lori Ann): (PL) (W) 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) (W) 6/10/1978. PE-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) 694-1067 gregducker@ hotmail.com * Duckworth, Darian Elise (): (PE) (W) . PE-07; Natches: Grace, 07- . 4 Fatherland Rd , Natchez, MS 39120 (601) 445-5146/(601) 445-8223 [email protected] * Dye, Allen Millsaps Jr (Elaine M): (RE) (W) 7/18/1946. Retired. 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) (W) 3/20/1924. Retired. 4251 Berlin Dr , Jackson, MS 39211 /(601) 362-9784
Earls, Denise Marie: (RE) (W) 6/17/1935. Retired. 12104 Groth Court , Charlotte, NC 28277 /(704) 814-4739 [email protected] * East, Thomas Randolph Jr (Patricia Ann): (RE) (W) 1/25/1944. Retired. 4010 Meadow Oak Lane , Ocean Springs, MS 39564 (228) 588-6256/(228) 875-2691 [email protected] Edge, Clarence Duane (Evelyn): (RA) (W) 12/7/1972. Retired. 264 CR 409 , Rienzi, MS 38865 (662) 728-5065/(662) 462-7436 Edwards, James (Mary Frances): (RE) (W) 7/29/1941. Retired. McLain, 91- . 304 Sandy Run Rd , Hattiesburg, MS 39402 /(601) 264-3280 * 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] 44 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
* Elam, Jimmy B (Ruth): (RE) (W) 5/2/1931. Retired. PO Box 1222 , Raymond, MS 39154 /(601) 857-5246 [email protected] Elmore, Patsy (): (RL) (W) 11/5/1929. Retired. 201 Garner St , Oxford, MS 38655 /(662) 234-1658 [email protected] Entrekin, Rod L (Ginny): (RE) (W) 11/5/1929. Retired. 711 Berkshire Dr , Hattiesburg, MS 39402 /(601) 268-3830 [email protected] * Estess, Homer E (): (RE) (W) 4/26/1927. Retired. 170 Jim Dixon Rd , Vaughan, MS 39179 /(662) 673-8820 * Evans, John Norman (Karen Sue): (AM) (W) 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): (PL) (W) 7/12/1970. Ozark, 01-05; Pope Charge, 05-09; Cooper’s Chapel (FL), 09- . 1100 Pleasant Grove Dr SE , Monticello, MS 39654 (601) 835-0024/(601) 835-1889 [email protected] * Evans, Michael Porter (Betty): (FE) (W) 10/10/1967. E 06, FC 06. Potts Camp –02; Brookhaven: Jackson Street, 02-05; Shuqualak, 05-08; Pleasant Grove, 08- . 294 CR 683 , Quitman, MS 39355 (601) 776-5311/(601) 776-1493 [email protected] * Everett, Dock (Mary): (RL) (AA) 10/12/1937. St. Matthew. PO Box 5104 , Meridian, MS 39302 /(601) 482-5434 [email protected]
* Fair, Lynn (Vicki): (PL) (W) 2/2/1951. Plantersville, 01. 118 Scenic Cv , Saltillo, MS 38866 (662) 841-6479/(662) 869-3110 Falgout, Mark Scott (Kathy): (PL) (W) 9/27/1954. Corinth; Box Chapel, 07- . 5140 Hwy. 370 , Ripley, MS 38663 /(662) 837-3547 [email protected] Farley, Alton Ray (Dean): (RL) (W) 2/2/1951. Retired. 15909 Belmont Drive , Biloxi, MS 39532 /(228) 396-2208 [email protected] * Felder, Charles Bertram (Sherry): (RE) (W) 2/26/1939. Retired. 137 Edgewood Blvd. , Oxford, MS 38655 / [email protected] * Felder, Joe Girling (): (RL) (W) 3/14/1946. Retired. P.O. Box 356 , Taylorsville, MS 39168 /(601) 785-4255 [email protected] * Few, Shannon (): (AF) (W) 12/14/1975. 1290 W Government St , Brandon, MS 0 / Fiedler, Herbert Patterson (Carol): (DM) (W) 12/14/1975. 10090 Eastmore Ln , Philadelphia, MS 39350 (601) 485-5598/(601) 656-8621 [email protected] * Fink, Dennis E (Marilyn): (FE) (W) 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) (W) 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-. P. O. Box 907 , Fulton, MS 38843 (662) 862-9530/(662) 862-9536 [email protected] * Fitzpatrick, Lavert (): (PL) (AA) 7/22/1964. Okolona:Mount Pisgah (Assoc.), 08- . 200 Higgins Trail , Pontotoc, MS 38863 /(662) 509-9676 [email protected] * Fleming, Claude LeRoy Jr (Janice): (RE) (W) 10/5/1935. Retired. 306 Will Ave , Philadelphia, MS 39350 /(601) 650-0041 * Fleming, Eldridge E (Martha): (RE) (W) 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) (W) 3/2/1942. Retired. 1000 Salado Oaks Drive , Salado, TX 76571 (254) 780-9673/(254) 947-3696 * Flowers, Dawn Douglas (Alan Shawn): (FE) (W) 10/10/1979. PE 05; FC 08; FE 08; Wesley Foundation USM, 05. 210 N 32nd Ave , Hattiesburg, MS 39401 (601) 268-6889/(601) 264-1294 wes- [email protected] * Flowers, Roger A (Carol): (FE) (W) 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] The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009 45
* Flynn, Betty Whisenant (): (RL) (W) 2/18/1937. Retired 311 Government St , Tupelo, MS 38801 /(662) 842-6410 [email protected] * Forbus, Gregory Albert (Sidney): (FL) (W) 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): (PL) (AA) 1/28/1953. Holly Springs: Asbury-St. Marys, 00. 792 Well Ext , Courtland, MS 38620 (662) 563-5216/(662) 563-5216 Ford, Rebecca Annette (Gerald): (PL) (W) 9/2/1950. Oxford: South, 93-04; Taylor, 04. 568 CR 371 , Water Valley, MS 38965 (662) 915-6550/(662) 513-2082 [email protected] Ford, Robert (): (RE) (AA) . Retired. PO Box 182 , Rose Hill, MS 39356 / * 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, 90. 116 Hazel Cir , Winona, MS 38967 (662) 294-0051/(662) 283-1669 * Fortenberry, Donald Peyton (Kaye Edna): (RE) (W) 8/2/1940. Retired. 4466 Hickory Ridge Rd , Jackson, MS 39211 /(601) 366-2611 [email protected] * Foster, John Thomas (Kimberly): (PE) (W) 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) (W) 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/ * Frazier, Walter L (Terri): (FD) (W) 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 (Betty): (AM) (W) 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) 731-1969/ [email protected] # Freeman, Thomas E (Norma): (RL) (W) 11/7/1940. Retired. 18288 Mallard Dr , Saucier, MS 39574 /(228) 832-4102 Fulton, Travis Roland (Margaret Kuehnle): (RE) (W) 9/7/1942. Retired. 363 Lakeshore Drive , Ferriday, LA 71334 /(318) 757-1417 [email protected] * Fuquay, David Earl (): (FE) (W) 10/3/1973. Clinton, First-2001; Jackson: Leavell Woods, 2001-03; Fund for Theol Ed, 04-06. University of Florida Wesley Fdn.- University UMC. 5022 NW 16th St , Gainesville, FL 32605 (352) 372-8183/(352) 338-7929 [email protected] * Furr, Esta Stanley (Ruth): (RE) (W) 9/15/1922. Retired. 2800 West Main Street , Tupelo, MS 38801 /(662) 841-1852 [email protected]
* Gage, Roosevelt (Chyleen M): (PL) (AA) 11/4/1947. Buffalo-Ethel, 2000-04; Sturgis: Boyd Chapel, 04. 409 Jefferson St , Okolona, MS 38860 / [email protected] Gammill, Gerald (Johnnie): (RE) (W) 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) (W) 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; 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) (W) 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 ,ext.32/(601) 352-6799 [email protected] * Gary, George Robert Jr (Kathy): (FE) (W) 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; 46 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
Magee, 91-94; MS Course of Study School, 94-2001; Flora-Bentonia, 01-05; Florence: Marvin, 05-07; Sabbatical Leave, 07-08; Sabbatical Leave, 08-09; Personal Leave, 09- . 8017 Hwy 13 , New Hebron, MS 39140 /(601) 792-2127 [email protected] * Gaughf, Keith Dewayne (Rhonda): (FE) (W) 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, 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) (W) 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@madi- sonumc.org * Gerber, Frederick Leon (Cindy L): (FL) (W) 4/3/1963. Shuqualak –02; Whitehall, 02-05; Tilton, 05-07; Felder / McComb: Pearl River Ave. 07-08; Morton: First, 08- , 943 Morris Tullos Drive , Morton, MS 39117 (601) 732-6124/(601) 732-6371 [email protected] * Gerber, Philip Ray (Gretchen E): (RE) (W) 6/28/1942. Retired. Magnolia: First, 06-. PO Box 413 , Magnolia, MS 39652 (601) 783-2328/(601) 783-2328 [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, Curtis (Mary Grace): (PL) (W) . Lorman, 06- . 525 Duncan Avenue , Natchez, MS 39120 /(601) 442-0400 [email protected] * Gibson, Dan (): (PL) () . 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) (W) 5/13/1929. Retired. Meridian: Central, 93- . 724 Elmwood Dr , Meridian, MS 39301 (601) 693-1521/(601) 485-3415 [email protected] Gill, Clinton (Phyllis): (RE) (W) 9/25/1933. Retired . Hattiesburg: West Lake, 09- . 114 Kensington , Hattiesburg, MS 39402 /(601) 268-3690 [email protected] * Gill, Robert Noel (Currie B): (FE) (W) 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. PO Box 3333 , Meridian, MS 39303 (601) 485-5598/(601) 485-8751 rgill1psdumc@ bellsouth.net * Gilmer, Oliver (Roberta): (RL) (AA) 5/31/1927. Retired. 202 Cedar Dr , D’Iberville, MS 39532 /(228) 392-2230 * Giordano, Theodore James (Mary Lanelle): (FE) (W) 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. 209 E 5th St , Hattiesburg, MS 39401 (601) 649-8552/(601) 582-2286 [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) 234-9367/(662) 234-9367 mmgipson1@ bellsouth.net * Gipson, Mattie D (Frank): (FE) (AA) 12/8/1945. PM 96; D 96; FC 99; E 99 Hattiesburg: St. Paul, 97. 209 E 5th St , Hattiesburg, MS 39401 (601) 583-8131/(601) 582-2286 [email protected] Givens, Roy (Nyoka): (RE) (W) 2/10/1936. Retired. 27 CR 142 , Quitman, MS 39355 /(601) 776- 2589 * Givhan, Bessie Burnley (William F): (RL) (AA) 2/27/1932. Retired. 333 Hwy 41 , Pontotoc, MS 38863 (662) 489-6934/(662) 489-6934 [email protected] * 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] The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009 47
* Glass, Jimmy C (June): (FE) (W) 7/16/1950. (OE) (Memphis Conference). Brookhaven: St. Andrew’s Mission & UMC-2003; Southaven: First, 03. 8613 Bunker Hill , Southaven, MS 38671 (662) 393- 7945/(662) 349-0500 [email protected] * Glazier, Gary Arthur (Cindy): (FL) (W) 7/30/1965. Tishomingo Charge, 06-06; Boonville: Grace, 06-. 100 Mimosa St. , Booneville, MS 38829 / [email protected] * Glenn, Grover Cleveland III (Debra H): (FE) (W) 12/7/1950. FM-04; FE-04; Aberdeen: St. Mark- Prarie, 01-03; US Army, 03-06; Seminary/Oakdale, 06-08; Inverness-Caile-Isola, 08- . PO Box 2 , Inverness, MS 0 (662) 265-5270/(662) 265-5760 [email protected] * Glover, Jimmy Milton (Betty): (RL) (W) 6/6/1937. Retired. 568 CR 5011 , Booneville, MS 38829 /(662) 365-5543 [email protected] Gober, William Thomas (Sandra): (RE) (W) 7/9/1933. Retired. The Veranda of Pensacola 6982 PineForest Rd, Ste 326, Pensacola, FL 32526 /(850) 941-8384 Godbold, Robert R (Betty): (RE) (W) 7/31/1925. Retired. 406 W Longview , New Albany, MS 38652 (662) 534-0479/(662) 534-0479 [email protected] * Goff, Dayna Loretta (): (FE) (W) 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) (W) 1/9/1951. OT 1975; D 1975; E 1979; FC 1979. 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- . 11950 HWY 482 , Philadelphia, MS 39350 (601) 656-7466/(601) 663-0034 brotherwalter@sand- townumc.com * Gomillion, Ronald Gene (Sheila): (PE) (W) 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) (W) 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) (W) 9/14/1981. PE-08. Boonville: First (Youth Assoc.), 08- ; Wesley Fdn-NEMCC, 09- . 206 East Bankhead St. , New Albany, MS 38652 (662) 728-5773 ,ext.3/(662) 534-8305 [email protected] * Gordon, Amanda Seward (): (PE) (W) 4/20/1978. PE-07. P O Box 156 , New Albany, MS 38652 (662) 534-2206/(662) 534-8305 [email protected] * Gordon, Brian Thomas (Charity Ruth): (FE) (W) 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 / [email protected] * Gordon, H Owen Jr (Marie): (FE) (W) 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) (W) 12/23/1925. Retired. 2328 Twin Gum Rd , Starkville, MS 39759 (662) 323-7525/(662) 418-8216 * Gordon, Prentiss McCarton Jr (Sandra): (FE) (W) 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- 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 (): (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. 38 J F Kennedy St , Lucedale, MS 39452 (601) 498-7943/(601) 498-7943 * Govan, Barney Bennard (Mary): (RL) (AA) 1/12/1936. Retired. 725 Meadowbrook Road , Jackson, MS 39206 /(601) 713-1552 48 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
* Graham, Edwin (Dr. Helen): (RE) (W) . Retired. 22 - 51st Street , Gulfport, MS 0 /(228) 863-2343 [email protected] * Grant, Erin Nichole (): (PE) () . PE-09. Sumrall, 09- . PO Box 276 , Sumrall, MS 39482 (601) 758- 0075/(601) 758-3993 [email protected] * Grant, Robert Wilson Jr (Erin Nichole): (PE) (W) 1/31/1978. PE-08; Drew/Shelby, 07-09; Hickory Grove, 09- . PO Box 565 , Sumrall, MS 39482 (662) 745-8397/(601) 758-3993 [email protected] * Graphenreed, Roy (): (PL) () . Lucedale: Wesley Chapel, 08- . 4700 Second Street , Moss Point, MS 39563 /(228) 285-1079 * Green, Timmy Andrew (Phyllis): (FE) (W) 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] * Greenough, R Earl (Margie): (RE) (W) 9/10/1934. Retired. 19201 Park Ridge Drive North , Moss Point, MS 39562 /(228) 588-3406 [email protected] * Greer, David B (Sandra): (FE) (W) 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) (W) 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 W (Diane): (RE) (W) 10/31/1942. Retired. PO Box 2056 , Madison, MS 39130 (601) 939-3548/(662) 347-0874 [email protected] * Gully, Christopher Mark (): (PL) () . Lynville-Mellen, 08- . 102 Zeke Gully Rd , DeKalb, MS 39328 (601) 677-3550/(601) 743-4733 [email protected] * Gunn, Jimmie (Betty): (RA) (W) 1/1/1931. Retired. 11241 Hwy 494 , Meridian, MS 39305 (601) 626-8660/(601) 626-8596 [email protected] * Gunter, Doyce Walton (Anita): (RE) (W) 3/8/1935. Retired. 2800 W Main St Cottage 201B , Tupelo, MS 38801 (662) 844-5166/(662) 844-5166 [email protected] Gutterman, Alan Baker (Lynn Wallace): (RL) (W) 11/14/1939. Retired. 1217 Spring Drive , Long Beach, MS 39560 (228) 864-9718/(228) 864-9718 [email protected]
Hagenson, Keith R (Janell): (RL) (W) 4/7/1937. Retired. 631 Lookout Tower Rd , Purvis, MS 39475 /(601) 794-8164 * Haggard, Larry Joe Sr (Eve): (FE) (W) 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) (W) 9/29/1935. Retired. Cedar Bluff, 98-07; Nanih Waiya, 07- . 820 Palmer Rd. , Louisville, MS 39339 (662) 773-3887/(662) 773-3887 [email protected] * Hall, Harold B Jr (): (PE) () 4/11/1968. PE-08. Cedar Bluff, 98-07; Nanih Waiya, 07- . 452 Northwest Avenue , Durant, MS 39063 (662) 653-3410/(601) 955-7170 [email protected] * Hall, James (Rila (Bootsie)): (FL) (W) 1/29/1948. Wheelrt/Meadow Creek, 06-09; Corinth: Christ- Crossroads, 09- . P O Box 575 , Booneville, MS 38829 / [email protected] * Hall, John Robert (Dawn): (FE) (W) 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) (W) 10/13/1942. Retired. PO Box 1621 , Monticello, MS 39654 /(601) 587-1441 [email protected] Hallford, Charles Robert (Alice Wofford): (RE) (W) 8/29/1945. Retired. 8254 County Road, #64 #3203 , Daphne, AL 36526 /(251) 626-8228 [email protected] * Hamlin, Wayland (Naomi June): (FE) (W) 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) — 2009 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 (Bonne): (PL) (W) 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) (W) 3/31/1939. Retired. 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) (W) 9/28/1940. Retired. 1723 Mt Pleasant , Hernando, MS 38632 (662) 429-7189/(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): (FD) (W) 9/14/1946. D-97; FC-97. Jackson, Wesley, 78-88; Canton: St. John, 03 / Madison, 88. 6335 Woodstock Dr , Jackson, MS 39206 (601) 832-2649/(601) 982-9460 [email protected] * Harms, Jason Edward (Wendy): (FE) (W) 11/11/1971. PM-97; D-97; E-2000; FC-2000. : First, 98- 2000; Ruleville/Glendora, 2000-2003; Meridian: Central, 03-07; Asbury, 07-. 1331 Hwy 42 , Petal, MS 39465 (601) 545-3006/(601) 938-1521 [email protected] * Harper, Arthur Ray III (Heather M): (FE) (W) 2/27/1976. PM-01; FM-04; FE-04; Carrollton. 01-07; Eupora: First, 07- . P.O. Box 556 , Eupora, MS 39744 (662) 258-2611/(662) 258-7291 harper8198@ gmail.com * Harper, John Hamlin (Faye): (RE) (W) 2/3/1947. Retired. 161 Monterey Dr , Lucedale, MS 39452 /(601) 947-2155 [email protected] * Harrison, David Lee Sr (Karen Lea): (RE) (W) 12/26/1944. Retired. 901 Church Street , Port Gibson, MS 39150 (601) 437-5258/(601) 437-5258 [email protected] Harrison, Don M (Marilyn): (RL) (W) 8/16/1943. Retired . 171 Townsend Rd , Mendenhall, MS 39114 /(601) 847-7360 * Harrison, James Martin (Ginger): (RE) (W) 2/14/1943. Retired . 2987 Hwy 19 S , Meridian, MS 39301 /(601) 644-0348 [email protected] Harrison, William E (June): (RE) (W) 1/19/1931. Retired. Okolona: First (Assoc.), 85- . 1502 Valley Rd , Tupelo, MS 38804 /(662) 844-8723 [email protected] Hart, Luther Mac (Bobbye): (RE) (W) 7/24/1925. Retired. 107 Neely Rd , Richland, MS 39218 /(601) 939-4832 [email protected] * Hart, Raymond Kenneth (Donna): (FL) (W) 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-. 2201 Brumfield Rd. SW , Summit, MS 39666 (601) 567-2315/(601) 567-2315 [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) (W) 3/12/1937. Retired. 403B Faraday Trail , Sun City Center, FL 33573 (813) 634-1150/(813) 634-1150 Hasselle, T Edward (Shirley): (RE) (W) 6/20/1931. Retired. 2185 Tanglewood Rd , Magnolia, MS 39652 (601) 783-6975/(601) 783-6975 * Hathorn, Herbert Dale (Jean): (FE) (W) 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 Hill/Baker’s Chapel, 92-96; Corinth, Gaines Chapel, 96-2003; Approved Evangelist, 03. PO Box 369 , Nettleton, MS 38858 (662) 591-2157/(662) 665-5474 [email protected] 50 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
* Hawkins, Prentiss Harry (): (RE) (W) 4/5/1933. Retired. Fannin, 90-05; Bradley Chapel, 05- . 10947 Oak Ridge Rd , Vicksburg, MS 39183 /(601) 883-1658 * Hawkins, Sam (): (RL) (AA) . Benton: Wesley Chapel, 07- . PO Box 24504 , Jackson, MS 39225 (662) 746-9181/ Hawks, Thomas Carnal (Deborah): (FE) (W) 12/18/1944. OT-1968; E-1970; FC-1970. 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, 06-09; Incapacity Leave, 09- . 102 Hillside Drive , Tupelo, MS 38804 /(662) 322-6960 [email protected] * Hayden, Karen Koons (Dave): (FE) (W) 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-. PO Box 712 , McComb, MS 39649 (601) 684- 6698/(601) 684-5039 [email protected] * Hayes, Billy Joe (Loretta): (RE) (W) 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) () 1/25/1982. MS Conf. (Coord. Of Young Peoples Min.), 09- . POB 1147 , Jackson, MS 39215 (601) 354-0515/ [email protected] * Haynes, Rickey Lynson (Barbara): (FL) (W) 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) (W) 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) (W) 11/8/1935. Retired. 1456 Blackberry Ave. , Arroyo Grande, CA 93420 (805) 473-8703/(805) 473-8703 [email protected] Hearty, John (): (RE) (W) 3/17/1921. Retired. 142 Stonecypher Rd , Lucedale, MS 39452 /(601) 947-4865 Heath, Herman L (Joyce): (RE) (W) 11/12/1925. Retired. PO Box 5837 , Meridian, MS 39302 (601) 482-0251/(601) 482-0251 * Heberg, Carl Elton (Jennie): (FL) (W) 3/11/1958. Talowah –02; Walnut Grove 02-04; Shipman- Winborn Chapel, 04-06; Byrd-Wesley, 06-. 6034 Hwy 43 N , Carriere, MS 39426 (601) 772-9972/(601) 772-9348 [email protected] * Hedgepeth, Mitchell B (Catherine D): (FE) (W) 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; Jack¬son, 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- . 3350 - 28 Street , Gulfport, MS 39501 (228) 864-3927/(601) 310-5921 [email protected] Henderson, Delicia (): (PL) (AA) . 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. 2724 S Lawndale , Tupelo, MS 38801 (662) 489-8020/ [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, James E (Maxine R): (RL) (AA) 4/10/1925. Retired. 180 Old West Point Rd , Starkville, MS 39759 (662) 323-5760/(662) 323-5760 [email protected] * Henry, Johniel Lee Jr (Gloria J): (PE) (AA) 7/10/1978. PE-07; Pontotoc Parish Assoc. 2002-04; Amory: St. James/Spruell Chapel, 07- ; 411 Lynnfield Drive , Amory, MS 38821 (662) 256-8062/(662) 256-7230 [email protected] The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009 51
* Hensarling, Heather Kaye (): (FE) (W) 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 Dulaney): (RE) (W) 7/15/1938. Retired. Roberts Chapel, 08- . 23219 Hwy 63 , Moss Point, MS 39562 /(601) 807-1877 * Herod, Arthur (Charlie Mae): (RA) (AA) 12/16/1923. Retired. 03 CR 288 , Abbeville, MS 38601 (662) 234-2055/(662) 234-2055 * Herring, Daniel (): (FL) () . Brandon: First (Assoc), 09- . 1082 Morton-Marathon Road P O Box 68, Morton, MS 39117 /(601) 732-1734 [email protected] Herring, Howard (Jewel): (RA) (W) . Retired. 379 Country Ln , Morton, MS 39117 /(601) 732- 8062 * Herrington, Rufus M. Jr. (): (PL) (W) 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) 834-1206/(662) 455-2415 * Hicks, Joseph B (Renea): (RA) (AA) 11/27/1927. Retired. Morton Circuit-Ebenezer, 02- . 604 Pea Ridge Rd , Florence, MS 39073 /(601) 847-4551 * Hicks, Richard Michael (Lisa): (FE) (W) 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 * Higginbotham, Amy (): (AM) () . 101 Elise Road , Brandon, MS 0 /(601) 668-6891 tide1amy@ aol.com Higginbotham, John Avon (Evelyn): (RE) (W) 11/23/1921. Retired. 110 Elm Trail , Brandon, MS 39047 /(601) 992-2432 Hight, Margaret (): (DR) (W) . Retired. 2800 W Main St Apt 2B , Tupelo, MS 38801 (662) 844- 8559/(662) 844-8559 Hightower, Thomas Edwin (Lillian): (RE) (W) 10/27/1921. Retired. 107 Woodland Dr , Vicksburg, MS 39180 (601) 636-2605/(601) 636-3667 Hill, Bobby Eugene (Mary Francis): (RL) (AA) 10/24/1941. Retired. 105 Railroad Ave , Winona, MS 38967 (662) 283-5259/(662) 283-5259 * Hill, David Alan (Christina H): (FE) (W) 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- PO Box 86 , Indianola, MS 38751 (662) 887-4446/(662) 887-5326 [email protected] * Hill, H C (Minnie): (RA) (AA) 2/3/1927. Retired. Bolton Chapel, 08- . PO Box 951 , Lucedale, MS 39452 /(601) 947-4874 * Hill, Robert Christopher (): (FE) (W) 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, Larry Hudson (Terry): (FE) (W) 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- . 13183 John Clark Rd , Gulfport, MS 39503 (228) 832- 6145/(228) 539-4506 [email protected] * Hilliard, Terry Lynn (Larry): (FE) (W) 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- . 13183 John Clark Road , Gulfport, MS 39503 (228) 832-6145/(228) 539-4506 [email protected] * Hillman, Adam Byrd Jr (Sara): (RE) (W) 5/17/1934. Retired. Ethel, 01- ; MS Conf, 01- . 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] 52 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
* Hite, Barbara Owens (Richard L): (FE) (W) 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] Hodge, Shelton Sam Sr (Liz): (RL) (AA) 6/4/1938. Retired. Bolton Chapel, 08- 410 Eilet Place , Brookhaven, MS 39601 /(601) 835-0985 * Hodges, Bradford E (Beth Elizabeth C): (FE) (W) 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 (Rev.)): (FE) (W) 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) (W) 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 [email protected] * Holland, Virginia Jones (Wade Allen): (FE) (W) 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) (W) 12/11/1933. Retired. Arlington Park 7070 Grelot Rd #418 , Mobile, AL 36695 /(251) 639-1592 [email protected] * Holliday, Samuel Gentry (): (AF) (W) 4/21/1976. 205 John Southerland Dr , Nicholasville, KY 40356 / * Horton, Eugene L (Leslie): (FE) (W) 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 (Patricia Jan): (FE) (W) 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) (W) 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) (W) 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) () . Jackson: New Church Start, 08- . 106 Farrington Place , Jackson, MS 39110 (601) 713-6420/(601) 605-9123 [email protected] Howell, Hollis J (Mary Jo): (RE) (W) 2/25/1936. Retired. 152 A Hillard Howell Rd , Lucedale, MS 39452 /(601) 947-7727 * Howell, Loyal Glenn (Mary Catherine): (RE) (W) 10/18/1941. Retired. Mize, 06-. 501 2nd Ave SW , Magee, MS 39111 /(601) 867-3974 * Howse, Gary Lee (Randy): (FE) (W) 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) (W) 9/18/1930. Retired. 555 Lakeridge Road , Grenada, MS 38901 /(662) 226-5014 * Huffman, David Lamar (Amanda): (FE) (W) 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- The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009 53
02; Richton-Sand Hill, 02-05; Jumpertown, 05-09; Cochrum-Lewisburg, 09- ; Wesley Fdn,-NWCC(dir), 09- . 4006 Hwy. 305 S. , Hernando, MS 38832 / [email protected] * Hughes, Vicki Loflin (Kevin): (FE) (W) 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] Hughley, Walter Camp (Janis C): (RE) (W) 10/28/1943. Retired . 9431 Attala Road 3033 , Kosciusko, MS 39090 /(662) 290-6830 [email protected] Hull, Samuel Jay (): (RE) (W) 5/17/1927. Retired. PO Box 577 , DeKalb, MS 39328 (662) 743- 5888/ Humphrey, John David Jr: (RE) (W) 11/22/1941. Retired. 303 Smith St , Tupelo, MS 38801 / Humphries, Joseph T (Matty): (RE) (W) 11/7/1917. Retired. Presbyterian Village, 2000 East-West Connector, Apt. 214 , Austell, GA 30106 /(777) 819-7214 * Hunter, Lewis Michael (June): (PL) (W) 2/5/1953. West Point: Christ, 07-. 1230 Oak Drive , West Point, MS 39773 (662) 494-5109/(662) 492-8966 [email protected] Hutcherson, Virgil O (Elizabeth): (RE) (W) 1/27/1936. Retired. 124 Hemlock St , Mocksville, NC 27028 (336) 591-8036/(336) 591-8036 Hutchison, Betsy C. (): (DR) (W) 4/15/1943. Retired. 4184 Attala Rd. 4153 , Sallis, MS 39160 (662) 289-1412/(662) 289-5600 [email protected] * Hutson, Mary Ruth (): (FE) (W) 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 (): (FD) (W) 2/13/1979. PD-06; FD-09; FC-09. Hattiesburg: Heritage Associate, 06-, 223 Delta Dr , Hattiesburg, MS 39402 (601) 261-3371/(601) 268-9491 patrick@heri- tage-umc.org
* 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) (W) 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 (Bernice): (RE) (AA) 7/14/1924. Retired. 14269 Rippy Rd , Gulfport, MS 39503 /(228) 863-7776 * Jackson, Carl Ezekiel (Paulette T): (FL) (AA) 12/30/1955. AM-09. Meridian Parish, 99-07; Grenada: Vincent, 07-. 212 Union Street , Grenada, MS 38901 (662) 226-8768/(662) 226-0909 revj1878@ bellsouth.net * Jackson, Embra Knox II (Rosia Green): (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) (W) 8/31/1941. Retired. 9828 Silverwood Drive , Fairhope, AL 36532 /(251) 929-7771 * James, George Richard (Megan): (PE) (W) 4/21/1982. PE-07; Jackson: Christ (Assoc), 07- . 6000 Old Canton Rd , Jackson, MS 39211 (601) 956-6974/(601) 899-1495 James, Johnny Q C (Cassie): (RE) (AA) 4/27/1923. Retired. P O Box 636 , Greenwood, MS 0 /(662) 455-6348 * James, Randy G (Faye): (FL) (W) 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 Jamieson, Addie Mae (): (DR) (W) 5/9/1919. Retired. 2800 W Main St Apt 1A , Tupelo, MS 38801 (662) 840-9618/(662) 840-9618 * 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): (FE) (W) 8/24/1943. PM-1985; D-1983; E-1987; FC-1987. Delta Drive UMC, 12/67-6/68; Flowood-Drakes Charge, 67-70; Fox-worth-Hopewell Charge, 70-71; Wesley 54 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
UMC, Associate and Youth Director, 71-1/75; Byram, 1/75-83; Raymond-Learned Charge, 83-90. Natchez, Grace 90-92. Jackson, Epworth, 92-97; Greenfield / Peaerl: McLaurin Heights, 97-07; Richland, 07- . 2917 Pine Ridge Drive , Pearl, MS 39208 (601) 939-1319/(601) 939-5510 marshalljenkins2917@ comcast.net Jenkins, Robert L (Pat): (RE) (W) 4/8/1932. Retired. 2105 Rosewood St , Tupelo, MS 38801 (662) 842-5088/(662) 842-5088 [email protected] * Jennings, Thomas Gene Jr. (Rhonda): (FE) (W) 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): (FE) (W) 7/17/1942. E 06, FC 06. Tranquil-Grady’s Chapel, 03-06; Kilmichael Parish, 06-. 204 Ridge Road , Kilmichael, MS 39747 /(662) 262-7279 [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 504 , Vossburg, MS 39366 (601) 787-4495/(601) 787-3009 [email protected] * Johnson, Calvin Northea (): (FE) (AA) . 1096 Old St Peter’s St , State Line, MS 39362 /(601) 383-4046 [email protected] # Johnson, Charles Andrew (Kim): (FE) (W) 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] Johnson, Charles R (Jean E): (RE) (W) 11/7/1937. Retired. 57 Sequoia Dr , Lake Junaluska, NC 28745 (828) 452-9417/(828) 452-9417 [email protected] Johnson, Charlotte Van Dyke (): (RL) (W) 1/9/1933. Retired. 107 Jeremiah Court , Rockvale, TN 37153 (615) 217-7855/(615) 217-7855 [email protected] * Johnson, Kenyun LaCale (): (PL) () 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) () 9/28/1955. Lake Circuit, 09- . P.O. Box 611 , Decatur, MS 39327 (601) 479-2117/ [email protected] Johnson, Reynolds Felton (Bobbie Nell): (RE) (W) 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 (): (RL) () . Walnut Grove, 08- . P.O. Box 176 , Mendenhall, MS 39114 (601) 847-7524/(601) 847-7524 [email protected] * Johnson, William Garner (Barbara): (FE) (W) 10/1/1946. E 06, FC 06. Free Springs, 97-2001; Courtland 2001-04; Tippah Circuit, 04. 10150 CR 701 , Ripley, MS 38663 (662) 837-9478/(662) 837- 9478 * Jones, Barbara Ann (): (RA) (W) 7/29/1935. Retired. 414 Hemlock Dr , Lanoka Harbor, NJ 8734 / [email protected] * Jones, Cecil B (Jewel): (RE) (W) 6/21/1934. Retired. 103 Candlewick Rd , Hattiesburg, MS 39402 /(601) 271-2306 [email protected] * Jones, Dean Everette (): (FL) (AA) 10/24/1943. West Point: St. Paul, 01- . 722 Commerce Street , West Point, MS 39773 (662) 494-3988/(662) 492-9663 * Jones, Eddie Lee (Merry): (FE) (AA) 6/2/1944. PM-98; D-98; FE-2001. St. Elizabeth / St. Mark / Daleville, 90-98; DeKalb Parish, 98-2002; 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. Retired. 2773 CR 8 , Heidelberg, MS 39439 /(601) 787-2273 * Jones, Jimmy David (Rarbara): (FL) (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, Julia Estelle (): (DR) (W) . Retired. 2800 W Main St Apt 23 , Tupelo, MS 38801 (662) 690- 6001/(662) 690-6001 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009 55
Jones, Manley W (Mary): (RA) (W) 6/3/1937. Retired. 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) (W) 3/28/1932. Retired. White Plains, 01- . 4100 Washington Ave , Gulfport, MS 39507 /(228) 863-0730 [email protected] * Jones, Susie Aline (): (FE) (W) 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- . PO Box 919 , Waynesboro, MS 39367 (601) 825-5369/(601) 735-4777 [email protected] * Joyner, William Geoffrey (Barbara Sue): (FE) (W) 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- . P O Box 3957 , Tupelo, MS 38803 (662) 842-8477/(662) 205-4847 geoffrey@ eclergy.net * Judy, Sherrill Stanley (): (PD) () . PD-08. Pascagoula: First (Assoc), 08- . P. O. Box 371 , Pascagoula, MS 39568 (228) 762-5222/(228) 762-4863 [email protected]
Kates, Robert Lee (): (RE) (W) 7/13/1925. Retired. 1302 Pascagoula St , Pascagoula, MS 39567 /(228) 762-1270 * Kaufman, Ann Bravender (Jon): (FE) (W) 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) (W) 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) 424-9647/(662) 423-9253 [email protected] * Keen, Steven Paul (Fawn): (FD) (W) 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; Amory: First (Assoc), 97-07; Tupelo District Program Staff, 04-09; Houston North, 09- . PO Box 444 , Amory, MS 38821 (662) 257-5437/(662) 256-5498 [email protected] * Keeton, Keith Russell (Emily Broome): (FE) (W) 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 / [email protected] * Keller, David C (Peggy): (AM) (W) 12/10/1949. AM 99. Coy, 88-91; Cokers Chapel 91-98; Meridian: Druid Hills, 98-2000; Cleveland Charge, 2000-04; Ocean Springs: Wesley, 04. 8900 Old Spanish Trail , Ocean Springs, MS 39564 (228) 875-8900/(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, Christopher (Traci): (PL) (W) 9/9/1969. Pine Flat, 06- . 2 CR 202 , Oxford, MS 38655 / kelly. [email protected] Kelly, Jerry Buchannan (Eunice): (PL) (W) 4/8/1943. Rienzi, 99. 40 CR 7200 , Booneville, MS 38829 /(662) 728-3873 Kemp, William Vance (Geraldine): (RE) (W) 3/30/1926. Retired. Ashland, 94- . 480 Peyton Rd , Holly Springs, MS 38635 (662) 252-5590/(662) 252-5590 [email protected] Killingsworth, Howard (Tiny): (RL) (W) 2/1/1934. Bethel. 917 Kraner Ln , Brookhaven, MS 39601 (601) 835-1681/(601) 835-1681 * King, Arthur Allen (Alison): (FE) (W) 8/17/1974. PM-01; FM-04; FE-04; Byrd / Wesley, 2001-04; Prentiss-Santee, 04-06; Brookhaven: Jackson St., 06-. 1107 N Jackson St , Brookhaven, MS 39601 (601) 833-2567/(601) 833-2507 [email protected] * King, Edwin R (): (RE) (W) 9/20/1936. Retired. PO Box 55673 , Jackson, MS 39296 (601) 984- 6319/(601) 366-5829 [email protected] 56 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
* King, Irvin C (Belinda): (PL) (AA) 3/26/1962. Elizabeth, 00-03; Pleasant Valley, 03-07; Mount Olive: St. James, 07-08; McLain Circuit, 08- . PO Box 2286 , Collins, MS 39428 / * King, Jack B (Ilah): (RE) (W) 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) (W) 2/2/1935. Retired. 190 St Marys Church Rd , Goodman, MS 39079 /(662) 472-2676 * King, Robert Louis Sr (Ella W): (FL) (AA) 3/31/1939. Holmes County Central Charge, (13): ; Columbiana-Midway, 03. 5222 Devon Ave , Castle Rock, CO 80104 / * 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 (334) 534-2328/(251) 843-2797 * Kinslow, Willie (Linda): (PL) (AA) 12/30/1949. Tabernacle, 09- . 7820 Melvin Rd. , Gilberton, AL 36908 (334) 534-2328/(251) 843-2797 * Kinstley, Arthur Dean (Nancy): (RL) (W) 1/16/1938. Retired. Independence, 08- . PO Box 2035 , Brandon, MS 39043 /(601) 825-5881 * Kirby, Edwin Close (Martha): (FE) (W) 12/27/1973. PE-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] * Kirtley, Frank (Linda): (FL) () . Hickory, 06-, 3819 Decatur Conehatta Rd , Decatur, MS 39327 /(601) 635-3174 [email protected] * Kitchens, Ronald Andrew (): (PE) () . XFER/Ark.-09. Sandy Hook, 07- . 499 John Ford Home Road , Sandy Hook, MS 39478 /(601) 736-2475 [email protected] Klingenfus, Christopher C (Erin): (PL) (W) 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) (W) 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 Dis¬trict, 94-99; Pascagoula: First, 99 – 7/1/04; Leave-Voluntary, 7/1/04-07; MS State Hospital (Chaplain), 07- 08. Holly Bush, 08- . 186 Oak Grove Dr , Brandon, MS 39047 (601) 351-8000 x4153/(601) 624-1099 * Knight, Paul Ford (): (FE) (W) 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) (W) 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- . 2008 Arcadia St , Hattiesburg, MS 39402 /(601) 394-3363 [email protected] Koon, Milton Glenn (Diane): (PL) (W) 12/8/1946. Singleton, 02-07; Monteray, 07-08. Fountainhead, 08- . POB 550 , Olive Branch, MS 38654 (662) 895-4363/(601) 825-7832 [email protected] * Koskie, Clarence Charles (Ann): (RE) (W) 2/15/1924. Retired. 162 Wheatley Pl , Ridgeland, MS 39157 /(601) 856-9316 [email protected] Kottenbrook, Charles (Jenny Lou): (RE) (W) 1/29/1936. Retired. 3025 Cochiti Street NE , Rio Rancho, NM 87144 / * Kramer, John Marvin (Mary): (FE) (W) 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] Krueger, Nell (Gerald): (DR) (W) . Retired. 2800 West Main Street-Apt 12D , Tupelo, MS 38801 (662) 844-0841/(662) 844-0841 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009 57
* Laird, David Charles Jr (Cynthia): (FE) (W) 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) (W) 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) 259-3355/(601) 892-0309 [email protected] * Lambert, Mickey Trey (Brandi): (FE) (W) 10/23/1972. E-2007; FC-2007; Kossuth-Pleasant Hill, 05. 189 CR 533 , Corinth, MS 38834 (662) 287-7519/(662) 287-0946 [email protected] Lampkin, Johnnie (William): (RE) (W) 4/16/1936. Retired. 9 Lexington Pl , Gulfport, MS 39507 /(228) 896-3789 [email protected] * Lampkin, Stephen Anderson (Judy): (FL) (W) 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) (W) 4/22/1932. Retired. 9 Lexington Pl , Gulfport, MS 39507 /(228) 896-3789 [email protected] * Landfair, Ozell Sr (Earnestine D): (PE) (AA) 9/25/1955. PE-08. Holmes County West, 87-92; Buffalo/Ethel, 92-97; Holmes County East, 97-99; Winona: Haven, 99-06; Clarksdale: Haven/Wesley Fdn. Dir., 06-. 1101 Barnes Avenue , Clarksdale, MS 38614 (662) 902-7321/(662) 624-6807 ozell@ cableone.net * Landrum, Charles Joseph (Vicki): (FE) (W) 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) (W) 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) (W) 5/10/1966. Diaconal-96; FD-99. Jackson: Galloway, 94-98; Pearl: First, 99-2001; Mineral Wells, 01. POB 771 , Olive Branch, MS 38654 (662) 895-2208/ [email protected] * Larsen, Scott Gregory (Catherine Parker): (FE) (W) 12/5/1966. PM-97; D-97; FC-99; E-99. Jackson: Galloway Associate, 97-98; Pearl: First, 98-2001; Mineral Wells, 01. POB 771 , Olive Branch, MS 38654 (662) 895-2208/ [email protected] Lawrence, James (Sharon Lang): (RL) (AA) 6/17/1935. Retired. 204 S Clark St , Magnolia, MS 39652 (601) 783-6464/(601) 783-6464 * Lawrence, Paul Jeffrey (Michelle): (FE) (W) 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) (W) 8/14/1953. Victoria- Red Banks, 06-. POB 31 , Victoria, MS 38679 (662) 838-2371/(662) 233-1358 [email protected] * Lawson, Joseph R (Anita): (AM) (W) 9/8/1948. Winborn Chapel, 90-96; Aber¬deen, 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) 620-2449 [email protected] LeCornu, Clifton Mosley (Nancy): (RE) (W) 4/14/1938. Retired. 5085 Mt Zion Rd , Ferguson, NC 28624 (336) 973-7912/(336) 973-7912 Lee, Benjamin F (Ruth): (RE) (W) 10/16/1930. Retired. 704 Hillshire Pl , Tupelo, MS 38804 (662) 840-3317/(662) 840-3317 [email protected] * Lee, Sam Jr (Annita McGee): (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) (W) 10/27/1923. Retired. 85 Rudy Leffler Rd , Hattiesburg, MS 39401 /(601) 582-3323 [email protected] * Lemmon, Diane Griffin (William Todd): (FE) (W) 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] 58 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
* Lemmon, William Todd (Diane): (PL) (W) 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) (W) . 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) (W) 8/23/1931. Retired. 3614 Northview Dr , Jackson, MS 39206 (601) 786-3305/(601) 366-7296 * Lewis, Donald Duncan (Ruth T): (RE) (W) 6/15/1938. Retired. 147 N Parkway , Hernando, MS 38632 (662) 449-5720/(662) 449-5720 [email protected] Lewis, T W III (Julia): (RE) (W) 5/27/1931. Retired. 4408 Meadow Ridge Dr , Jackson, MS 39206 /(601) 362-6065 [email protected] * Lightsey, Max (Jean): (FL) (W) . Wiggins: Bond, 05-07; Tanners Chapel, 07-08. Leakesville, 08- . 1812 Paulding Road , Leakesville, MS 39451 (601) 394-5114/(601) 394-5114 maxnewspirit@wmcon- nect.com Lilly, Sale Trice Jr (Evelyn): (RE) (W) 9/25/1930. Retired. 1023 Pat Luckett Rd , Canton, MS 39046 (601) 859-4656/(601) 859-4656 * Lindley, William Giles (Lisa): (FE) (W) 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-. 860 E. River Place Suite 101, Jackson, MS 39202 (601) 944-0776/(601) 957-3868 [email protected] Linton, Louis Paul (): (RE) (W) 10/3/1927. Retired. 1080 Burney Rd , Ackerman, MS 39735 (662) 285-3946/(662) 285-3946 * Lips, Howard Jr (): (RP) (W) 6/11/1944. Retired. 11600 Lorraine Road, Apt. C1 , Gulfport, MS 39503 /(662) 415-1372 [email protected] * Lips, Howard Thomas Sr (Robbie): (RE) (W) 11/26/1920. Retired. 11600 Lorraine Rd, Apt. C1 , Gulfport, MS 39503 /(228) 831-1548 [email protected] * Lips, Michael Edwin (Earline N): (FE) (W) 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) (W) 11/11/1940. Retired. 1061 Ashport Rd , Jackson, TN 38305 /(731) 660-6201 [email protected] * Little, Carol Lynette (Jon): (FE) (W) 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] * Liu, Gerald (): (PE) (AS) 5/12/1978. PE-06. Vanderbilt, Nashville (Student), 07- . 2932 Primrose Circle , Nashville, TN 37212 /(615) 983-0065 [email protected] * Lobasso, Michael (Tricia Ann): (FE) (W) 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) 382-5219/(662) 890-4477 [email protected] The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009 59
* Lobin, Stanley Charles (): (FL) (W) 3/22/1956. Independence, 04-08; D’Lo-Bethany, 08-09; Freeny- Sabastopol, 09- . 221 Village Cv , Pearl, MS 39208 /(796) 251-1425 [email protected] * Locke, Cecil Eric (Brenda): (FL) (W) . 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) (W) 7/10/1934. Retired. PO Box 67 , Star, MS 39167 /(601) 845-3543 [email protected] * Lofton, Joe C (): (RE) (W) 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) (W) 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 /(601) 260-0130 [email protected] London, Roy H. (Willie Mae): (RL) (AA) . St. Paul (Franklin); 58 Toney Lane , Columbia, MS 39429 (601) 736-6218/(601) 736-6218 * Long, Jesse F (Rhonda): (PL) (W) 10/5/1965. McLaurin, 96-2000; Coker’s Chapel, 2000-.04; Clara / Winchester, 04. PO Box 30 , Clara, MS 39324 /(601) 735-0034 [email protected] * Lord, Gerald Douglas (Joan McCarty): (FE) (W) 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. 2126 Kodiak Drive NE , Atlanta, GA 30345 (404) 679-4501 ext.521/(404) 636-6373 glord@sacscoc. org * Lovett, Lionel Fitzgerald (Ruby): (FE) (AA) 7/3/1962. PM-1992; D-1992; FC-1995; E-1995. 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- ; MS Conf. (Dir. Ethnic Local Churches), 07- . PO Box 1147 , Jackson, MS 39215 (601) 373-3296/ [email protected] * Lowe, Barbara Ann (): (PL) (AA) 9/14/1956. Magnolia: St. James, 04-07; Natchez: St. Johns, 07-08; McComb: St. Paul, 08- . PO Box 72 , Union Church, MS 39668 (601) 786-6086/(601) 786-3845 * Lowe, Franklin Cordell (Sara): (RL) (W) 12/27/1934. Pittsboro, -04; Mathiston, 04. 396 CR 39 , Houston, MS 38851 (662) 456-3678/(662) 456-3968 # Lowery, David L (Joy): (FE) (W) 4/28/1955. PM-97; D-97; FE-2001. Potts Camp, 96-2000; Williamsburg / Lone Star, 2000-04; Picayune: First, 04. PO Box 148 , Picayune, MS 39466 (601) 798- 4321/(601) 749-8392 [email protected] * Lowrey, Stan (Jennie): (OR) (W) . Clermont Harbor, 09- . 950 S. Beach Boulevard , Waveland, MS 39576 (228) 463-8951/ [email protected] Lowry, William T (Barbara): (RE) (W) 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 * Lucy, Curtis Dearman (Gail Speckman): (PL) (W) . Meridian: Hawkins Memorial, 03-06; Meridian: Wesley, 06-. 4612 32nd Ave , Meridian, MS 39305 (601) 880-9275/(601) 693-4548 [email protected] * Ludlam, Pat W (Jennifer F): (FE) (W) 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) (W) 4/6/1954. Neshoba, Northwest (13): 3493 McDonald Rd , Preston, MS 39354 /(601) 677-2347 [email protected] * LuQuire, Russell Callen Jr (Kay): (RE) (W) 11/8/1933. Retired. 5326 10th Pl , Meridian, MS 39305 (601) 934-4263/(601) 479-7986 Lynch, Ellis (): (RL) (AA) 12/6/1940. Retired. PO Box 955 , Hazlehurst, MS 39083 (601) 894- 4010/(601) 894-4010 60 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
* Magee, Ethel Hill (N.C.): (PL) (AA) . Magnolia: St. James, 07- . 709 Royal Street , Columbia, MS 39429 /(601) 736-4920 [email protected] * Magee, Frenchye Donne (): (PL) (AA) 9/30/1966. Couparle, 09- . 1045 Alta Vista Blvd. , Jackson, MS 39209 /(601) 354-8626 [email protected] * Magee, Girlie (): (DR) (AA) . Retired. 68 Otto Magee Rd , Tylertown, MS 39667 (601) 876- 3819/(601) 876-3819 * Maki, John Anthon (Nell Virginia): (FE) (W) 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) (W) 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) (W) 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, 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) (W) 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/ wzman- [email protected] * Manning, William Harold (Teresa): (FE) (W) 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) (W) 1/2/1948. Chapel Hill, 08- ; Grenada: Grace-Gore Springs, 08- . 402 Jones Street , Winona, MS 38967 (662) 310-0005/(662) 222-2166 Martin, Alphanette B (Napoleon): (RE) (AA) 9/7/1940. Retired. 6405 Springridge Rd , Raymond, MS 39154 /(601) 373-1320 * Martin, Altus Lamar (Hilda): (RE) (W) 11/2/1927. Retired. 98 Sunline Dr. , Brandon, MS 39042 /(601) 825-3893 Martin, Marian (Roosevelt): (DR) (AA) . Retired. 80 Walnut Street Room 102, Atlanta, GA 30314 (770) 774-1094/(770) 774-1094 * Martin, Murray Glenn (Patricia Ann): (RE) (W) 8/4/1935. Retired. 2638 Perry Road , Grenada, MS 38901 /(662) 229-0835 [email protected] * Martino, Eugene (Rebecca): (FE) (W) 4/29/1959. PM-83; D-83; E-87; FC-87; St. Paul School of Theology, 85; Cokers Chapel, 85-87; East End, 87-89; Collins, 89-92; McLaurin, 92-93; Biloxi: Beavoir, 93-97; Sabatical, 97-98; Leave, 98-09; TN Conference 346.1. 2544 Pleasant Grove Road , Westmoreland, TN 37186 /(615) 644-4921 [email protected] Mason, Donald G (Jessica): (RL) (W) 11/5/1936. Retired. 1280 Smith CR 540-2 , Raleigh, MS 39153 /(601) 374-0462 * 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) () 3/22/1955. Holly Springs: Asbury, 07- . POB 21 , Holly Springs, MS 38635 /(662) 252-5161 [email protected] * Massingill, Walter Lamar (Joyce): (FE) (W) 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): (FE) (W) 10/5/1955. PM-1979; D-1979; E-1982; FC-1982. Gillis Chapel (D.S. Supply), 77; Candler School of Theology, 77-80; Laurel, Kingston, 80-84; Ocean Springs, Wesley, 84-91. Hattiesburg, Heritage, 91-¬96; Waynesboro, First, 96-2001; Gulfport: The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009 61
Trinity, 2001-2003; Grenada: First, 03-07; Jackson: St. Mark’s (Senior), 07- . 315 Millcreek Drive , Brandon, MS 39047 (601) 992-2131/(601) 992-2131 [email protected] * Matheny, Kristen Williams (James): (FE) (W) 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- . 315 Millcreek Drive , Brandon, MS 39047 /(601) 992-2276 [email protected] * Matthews, William Earl (Alice Leguay): (FE) (W) 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/(601) 798-6736 [email protected] * Maugh, Robert Lawrence Jr (Celeste): (FE) (W) 8/5/1949. PM-01; FM-04; FE-04; Picayune: Trinity, 2001-02; Vancleave-Mt Pleasant, 02-07; Aberdeen: First, 07- . P. O. Box 93 , Aberdeen, MS 39730 (662) 369-8135/(662) 369-2519 [email protected] Maxwell, Britton Hoover Jr (Terry): (AM) (W) 9/27/1938. Retired-08. Mt. Olivett/Satartia/Wesley Chapel, 09- . 103 Bridgehollow Road , Canton, MS 39046 /(601) 856-3140 * May, Chancellor Pope (Mallory): (FL) (W) 6/15/1978. Yazoo City: St. John’s, 05-08; Noxapator, 08- . P O Box 282 , Noxapater, MS 39396 (662) 724-2461/(662) 724-4812 [email protected] * 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) (W) 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- ; Boyles Chapel, 08- . 845 Lower Myrick Rd , Laurel, MS 39443 (601) 428-4162/(601) 428-4162 [email protected] May, Lewis Douglas (Gloria Jean): (PL) (W) 4/20/1943. Meridian: New Covenant –2003; Meridian: Bonita, 03. 641 Bonita Dr , Meridian, MS 39303 (601) 693-0555/(601) 679-7237 may_1@bellsouth. net * 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, Roy D (Lorene): (RE) (W) 12/14/1929. Retired. 2800 W Main St, 301-B , Tupelo, MS 38801 /(662) 620-6430 [email protected] * McAlilly, William T (Lynn Barkley): (FE) (W) 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) (W) 12/16/1953. E 0, FC 0. Belden-2003; St. Mark, Aberdeen 2003- 04; Golden Chapel-Old Bethel, 04-06; Tishamingo Charge-Dennis, 06-; 1/2 time, 07-. P O Box 326 , Belmont, MS 38827 / [email protected] * McCain, Donald Ray (Joan): (FE) (W) 1/8/1947. PM-1981; D-1981; E-1985; FC-1985. Student, MTS, 80-83; Lee Acres, 82-85; Grenada, Grace, 85-92. Deployed Staff, 90-92; Ackerman, 92-96; Charleston/Tippo, 96-2000; 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) () . PD-09. Natchez: Jefferson (Assoc.), 09- . 814 Hwy. 61 N. , Natchez, MS 39120 /(601) 897-0762 [email protected] * McCaleb, Reed Jr. (Karie): (PE) () . PE-09. Washington-Church Hill, 09- . 204 N. Lexington Ave. , Wilmore, KY 40390 /(859) 333-2313 [email protected] McCallister, Thomas Bertrand (Mary Louise): (RE) (W) 5/28/1941. Retired. 607 Westfield Drive , Winona, MS 38967 /(662) 222-2258 [email protected] * McCaskill, Brenda Ann (Jeffrey): (PE) () 3/6/1957. Rust College (Chaplain), 09- . 171 Rust Ave. , Holly Springs, MS 38635 (662) 252-8094/(662) 551-2153 [email protected] * McCay, John Marion III (): (FE) (W) 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] 62 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
* McClinton, Jimmy Lee (Lillie): (PL) (AA) 6/10/1960. Liberty Circuit, 00-06; Barlow Circuit, 06-08; Saint Mary’s-Mount Salem, 08- . 284 Alsworth Rd , Union Church, MS 39668 (601) 786-0666/(601) 786-0666 # McCord, Billy Q (Ann): (RE) (W) 3/30/1940. Retired. PO Box 337 , Bruce, MS 38915 (662) 983- 2213/(662) 983-2213 McCormick, James R (Patricia): (RE) (W) 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) (W) 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) (W) 11/3/1945. Retired . Baldwin: First-Asbury (Assoc), 08- . 319 Johnson Ln , Baldwyn, MS 38824 /(662) 213-6400 [email protected] * McDonald, Granville Mitchell (Flora P): (FE) (W) 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) (W) 7/26/1945. Glade, 99-07; Ovett, 07- . PO Box 146 , Stringer, MS 39481 /(601) 425-3224 [email protected] * McDonald, Raymond Anthony (Cindy): (FE) (W) 3/22/1962. E-2007; FC-2007; Wayne Haven, 99- 05; Spring Ridge, 05-08; Purvis-Tallowah, 08- . PO Box 1118 , Purvis, MS 39475 (601) 794-2968/(601) 794-6852 [email protected] * McDonald, Robert Paul (Clemmie Jo): (FE) (W) 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-. P O Box 468 , Waynesboro, MS 39367 (601) 735-4440/(601) 735-4334 [email protected] McDonald, Steven Charles (Clarisse): (RE) (W) 11/9/1952. Retired. 570 Broadwalk Blvd , Ridgeland, MS 39157 /(601) 853-1492 [email protected] McDonald, Tiffany Jo (Marty): (FE) (W) 6/23/1978. E-2007; FC-2007. MN Conf., 07- . 3914 229th Avenue NW , Saint Francis, MN 55070 (763) 753-2273/(763) 753-1233 [email protected] * McDougald, James Ronald (Lynette): (FE) (W) 11/18/1952. PM-1985; D-1985; E-1988; FC-1988. McCool, 77-81; Grenada, First, Associate, 81-83; Student, Cand¬ler, 83-85; Lula, N. Georgia, 83-85; Columbus, Saint Stephen, 85-89; India¬nola, Christ, 89-91. Ocean Springs, Wesley, 91-94; Starkville, Aldersgate, 94-2003; Caledonia / Trinity Place, 03. , , (662) 327-6716/(662) 356-9023 rmcdougald@ cableone.net * 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) (W) 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) (W) 5/12/1970. Pleasant Hill, 08- . 5025 Zero Rd , Meridian, MS 39301 (601) 482-3376/(601) 485-2419 [email protected] McGill, James Edward (Helen): (RL) (AA) 12/25/1933. Retired. PO Box 45 , Poplarville, MS 39470 (601) 795-8980/(601) 795-8980 * McGough, Oscar Marion (Jackie): (FD) (W) . Crossgates, 04. 159 Woodgate Drive , Brandon, MS 39042 (601) 825-8677/(601) 824-2088 [email protected] * McGraw, Robert Allen (Sheranne): (PL) () 5/19/1970. Courtland Charge, 08- . POB 47 , Courtland, MS 38620 (662) 934-0749/(662) 563-7018 [email protected] The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009 63
* McGrew, Matthew (Crista Nicole): (PL) (W) 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) (W) 2/10/1944. Retired. 101 CR 97 , Houston, MS 38851 /(662) 456-2019 [email protected] * McGrew, Sue Crowder (Roger): (FL) (W) 9/24/1945. Picayune: First Associate, 97-2000; Clinton: St. Johns, 00-06. Aberdeen: St. Mark, 07- 708 Lakewood Dr. , Aberdeen, MS 39730 (662) 369-8314/(662) 456-2019 [email protected] * McIntosh, David Alexander (Rosemary): (RE) (W) 9/16/1927. Retired. 5047 Sunnyvale Dr , Jackson, MS 39211 /(601) 957-0729 McKee, Howard (Lucy): (RL) (W) 5/27/1924. Retired. Meridian: Hawkins Memorial, 06-, 8695 McKee Rd , Meridian, MS 39305 (601) 679-8401/(601) 679-8401 * McKinney, Gloria Hogan (): (FE) (AA) 10/6/1951. PM-98; D-98 Pontotoc Parish, 98-05; Picayune Circuit, 05-09; Weems Chapel, 09- . 204 N Jackson Ave , Picayune, MS 39466 (601) 798-5447/(601) 799-2709 [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) 428-0404 * McNair, Emma L (): (RE) (AA) 3/11/1935. Retired. 153 Dace Town Rd , Ellisville, MS 39437 /(601) 477-2049 * McNair, Mark Jason (Nancy): (FE) (W) 5/6/1966. Vardaman / Baylis Chapel, 97-98; Panola Charge, 98-2001; Cooper’s Chapel 2001-2003; Friendship-Harden’s Chapel / WF ICC, 03-05; Cockrum- Lewisburg, Wesley Foundation NWCC, 05-09; Family Leave, 09- . 2399 Church Street , Byhalia, MS 38611 /(662) 838-3518 [email protected] * McRaney, Len Edward (Patricia): (PE) (W) 11/15/1958. PE-07;. Stonewall, 97-04; Cleveland, 04. 100 Pinecrest Dr , Union, MS 39365 (601) 774-9412/(601) 744-5062 [email protected] McRaney, Sam W (Carolyn L): (RE) (W) 8/29/1931. Retired. PO Box 603 , Prentiss, MS 39474 /(601) 792-4837 [email protected] * McRee, James Foch (): (RE) (AA) 3/15/1919. Retired. 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. P.O. Box 1843 , Ridgeland, MS 39158 (601) 352-5685/(601) 977-6248 [email protected] * Meador, John Charles Jr (Katie): (FE) (W) 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) (W) 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- . 232 Sycamore Road , Coldwater, MS 38618 (622) 233-2407/(662) 233-0339 [email protected] * Merricks, II, Donald Wesley (Corrie): (FL) () 9/22/1980. Wesley Fdn. - Ole Miss, 07- . 101 Leggett Lane , Oxford, MS 38655 (662) 234-2109/(662) 232-8868 * Messner, Philip Karl (): (PD) () . PD-09. Madison: Parkway Hills (Music), 09- . P O Box 1721 , Madison, MS 39130 (601) 856-2733/(601) 941-5355 [email protected] * Michael, Sukumari Samuel (Anand): (FE) (Other) 2/25/1939. (OE) (Dakotas Conference) . Utica- Carpenter, 99-02; Abbeville, 02-07; Jackson: Level Woods, 07- . 672 Randall Circle , Pearl, MS 39208 (601) 372-3647/(601) 939-7265 * Millender, Frank Ray (): (FE) (W) 7/4/1938. PM-93; D-93; FC-96; E-96.. Belden, 91-94; Carolina/ Pisgah, 94-2001; Houston South, 01-06; Okalona: First, 06-. PO Box 865 , Aberdeen, MS 39730 /(662) 447-0200 [email protected] Miller, Claudell D (Georgia A): (RE) (W) 4/17/1925. Retired. 145 Owens Dr , Holly Springs, MS 38635 (662) 252-4330/(662) 252-4330 * Miller, Elizabeth A (Tommy): (FL) (W) 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 64 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
* Miller, Hillman Barlow Jr (Virginia): (FE) (W) 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- . 2268 River Rd , Lucedale, MS 39452 (601) 947- 4178/(601) 947-4178 [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) (W) 7/24/1956. Macon Circuit. PO Box 445 , Columbus, MS 39703 (662) 328-4751/(662) 328-1491 [email protected] * Miller, Thomas Coy (Darla): (PL) (W) 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 (Debbie): (FD) (W) 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) (W) 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) (W) 6/14/1935. Retired. Jackson: Forest Hill (Assoc), 07- . 107 Linwood Dr , Brandon, MS 39042 (601) 372-6438/(601) 824-9012 [email protected] * Milo-Moultrie, Paula Vanessa (): (PD) () . PD-09. 607 Hogan Ave. , Waveland, MS 39576 /(228) 467-0429 * Minnix, Danny Harold (Mary): (AM) (W) 2/14/1946. Pittsboro, 95-97; luka, North, 97-2001; Carolina-Pisgah, 01-07; Coffeeville, 07- . P O Box 185 , Coffeeville, MS 38922 (662) 675-2690/(662) 675-2608 [email protected] * Minor, Rochelle (): (PL) () . Starkville: Griffin (Assoc), 06- . 2203 New Light Rd , Starkville, MS 39759 (662) 323-1363/(662) 320-9421 [email protected] * Miskelly, Elizabeth Vowell (Rocky): (FE) (W) 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@fumctu- pelo.com * Miskelly, William H (Elizabeth Raigan): (FE) (W) 1/14/1961. PM-1989; D-1989; E-1992; FC 1992. 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. 5108 Coonewah Trail , Tupelo, MS 38801 /(662) 842-4429 * Mitchell, Doyle Ray (Marie): (RE) (W) 2/5/1942. Retired. McCool, 07- 8479 Attala Rd 5205 , Ethel, MS 39067 /(662) 674-5862 [email protected] * Mitchell, Elijah (Miriam C): (FL) (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 Azalea Drive , Wiggins, MS 39577 (601) 928-9606/(228) 234-2814 [email protected] * Mitchell, Thomas Jerry (Frankie): (RE) (W) 10/17/1940. Retired. 694 Hazelton Dr , Madison, MS 39110 /(601) 605-1080 [email protected] * Moffat, Warren Curtis (): (RE) (W) 10/12/1935. Retired. , , /(601) 857-0709 curdel@megagate. com * Montgomery, William Howard (Michelle): (FL) (W) 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) (W) . Meridian: Oak Grove, 03. 12447 Quitman Meridian Hwy , Meridian, MS 39301 (601) 485-3270/(601) 485-3270 [email protected] * Moore, Doyle Levoy (Betty G): (RE) (W) 6/25/1933. Retired. 10300 Hwy 427 , Philadelphia, MS 39350 /(601) 656-8588 * Moore, Harrell J (Vicki): (PL) (W) 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) (W) 10/22/1934. Retired. 597 Malone Rd , Hernando, MS 38632 /(662) 429- 6031 * Moore, John Clark (Nancy): (FE) (W) 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, Asso¬ciate, 80-82; Inverness-lsola, 82-85; Inverness-Caile-lsola, 85-86; Cleve¬land, St. Luke-Shipman’s Chapel, 86-89; Greenville, Trinity, 89-96; Clarks¬dale, First, 96-99; Senatobia District The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009 65
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. Retired. Morton Circuit - Christian Banner, 09- ; Pelahatchie Little Zion, 09- . PO Box 13954 , Jackson, MS 39236 (601) 982-8624/(601) 832-2556 * Morris, David (Holly): (FL) (W) 10/10/1972. Pascagoula: First. 187 Harvey Crossing , Canton, MS 39046 (601) 856-2733/(601) 898-2456 [email protected] Morris, Frieda (): (DR) (Other) . Retired. 266 Merrimom Ave , Asheville, NC 28801 /Other * 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 / [email protected] Morris, Joe Edward (Sandra): (RE) (W) 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. 8069 Savannah Way , Germantown, TN 38138 (865) 691-7969/(865) 691-7969 * Morris, Samuel O (Judy Lane): (FE) (W) 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) (W) 10/15/1944. Retired. 11443 Old Hwy 49 , Gulfport, MS 39503 /(228) 831-1812 Morrow, John H Jr (Marion): (RE) (W) 11/10/1922. Retired. 600 S Pear Orchard Rd Apt 329 , Jackson, MS 39211 /(601) 956-9699 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 [email protected] * Mote, Carol Lynn Bowman (W Ansel): (FE) (W) 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 Moulds, Joe (Kathleen): (RL) (W) . Retired. 1453 Rue Gentilly , Gautier, MS 39553 /(228) 522- 1564 * Murden, Robert Elver (Kristy): (FE) (W) 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 (Tommy M): (RA) (W) 11/5/1938. Retired. 7869 Attala Rd 2247 , Ethel, MS 39067 (662) 674-5782/(662) 674-5782 Murphy, Tommy Maurice (Lendal Joyce): (RE) (W) 12/30/1941. Retired. 7869 Attala Rd 2247 , Ethel, MS 39067 /(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) (W) 10/23/1947. Rice’s Chapel-Early Grove, 05. 6218 Chickasaw Dr , Olive Branch, MS 38654 (901) 433-7557/(662) 895-3263 [email protected]
* Nabors, Leonard Leslie Jr (Joy): (RE) (W) 9/8/1933. Retired. 907 Poplar Ave , New Albany, MS 38652 (662) 534-2926/(662) 534-2926 [email protected] * Napier, Bennie Kay (Wayne): (FL) (W) 1/10/1954. Booneville: Christ-Lebanon, 09- . 255 Bethany Rd. , Baldwin, MS 38824 /(662) 365-5650 [email protected] Napier, Denson (Jean): (RL) (W) 12/27/1928. Retired. 1510 Northlake Cir , Jackson, MS 39211 /(601) 957-9526 * Napier, Jesse Wayne (Bennie): (FE) (W) 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- . P O Box 146 , Baldwyn, MS 38854 (662) 365-5818/(662) 365-5650 [email protected] 66 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
* Napier, Samuel O (Linda Kaye): (PL) (W) 2/23/1947. Hickory Grove. 577 Union Church Rd , Seminary, MS 39479 /(601) 722-9665 [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 (): (PL) (W) 3/18/1983. PM-09. Fulton: First Associate/ Wesley Fdn. ICC, 06-08; Tupelo: Cornerstone, 08-09; Stringer - Old Bay Springs, 09- . PO BOX 95 , Stringer, MS 39481 / [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) (W) 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-. 5305 Noma Drive , Diamondhead, MS 39525 (228) 255-6888/(228) 216-6567 [email protected] Newton, Don E (Patricia): (PL) (W) 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 W Sr (Dimple): (RE) (W) 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-. 101 Hamilton Drive , Hazlehurst, MS 39083 (601) 894-0422/(601) 894-0422 * Norris, Edward C (Barbara): (FE) (W) 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 (): (FE) (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, 04. 900 SCR Rd 124 , Raleigh, MS 39153 /(601) 789-5633
* Ormon, Jimmy Vaughn (Chellie Thomas): (RE) (W) 10/30/1941. Retired. 1623 Windward Bluff , Starkville, MS 39759 /(662) 324-8996 [email protected] * Owen, Billy Norman (Renelda): (FE) (W) 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) (W) 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) (W) 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 Rela¬tions, 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) (W) 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; Como-Wesley Chapel, 04-09; Greenfield, 09- : Puckett, 09- . POB 86 , Puckett, MS 39151 (601) 591-5570/(601) 825- 3766 [email protected] * Owen, Kenneth R (Donna): (FL) (W) 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] The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009 67
* Owens, Cyrus Ray (Jeannie): (FE) (W) 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- . PO Box 354 , Tupelo, MS 38802 (662) 842-5035/(662) 842-5035 [email protected]
Pace, Thomas L (Carolyn LaFaye): (RE) (W) 12/16/1939. Retired. 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) (W) 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): (PE) (W) 11/2/1968. PE-07; Starkville First Associate, 06-09; Louisville: Whitehall, 09- . 5890 Hwy. 14 West , Louisville, MS 39339 (662) 773-6400/(662) 779-2203 [email protected] Paseur, Charles Elmer (Erna Ruth): (RL) (W) 7/20/1926. Retired. 3401 CR 615 , Ripley, MS 38663 (662) 837-8714/(662) 837-8714 * Pastore, John Clayton (Brenda): (RL) (W) 5/4/1928. Waveland, 03. 106 Grass St , Waveland, MS 39576 /(228) 467-9748 [email protected] * Patrick, Larry Glynn (Betty Sue): (FE) (W) 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) (W) 5/20/1958. PM-84 (Western Pennsylvania Confer¬ence); 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) (W) 4/18/1955. PE 05; FC 08; FE 08; Macon: First, -04-07; Columbus: Wesley, 07- : Columbus: New Hope, 08- . 519 Airline Rd , Columbus, MS 39702 (662) 328- 8644/(662) 328-6259 [email protected] Peden, Homer (Juanice): (RE) (W) 10/28/1920. Retired. 7 Whitestone Ct. , Hattiesburg, MS 39402 /(601) 268-6726 [email protected] * Peden, Robert H. (): (FD) (W) 9/18/1952. Meridian: Central, 97. PO Box 1706 , Meridian, MS 39302 (601) 693-1521/(601) 485-3716 Pennington, William Arthur Jr (Jackie Strickland): (RE) (W) 3/11/1937. Retired. 707 Tenth Ave , Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 843-8139/(662) 843-8139 Pepper, Bunyan Eugene (Dorothy): (RL) (W) 11/9/1936. Retired. PO Box 6028 , Bellefontaine, MS 39737 (662) 258-2888/(662) 258-2888 [email protected] * Pepper, John Douglas (Laura): (FE) (W) 5/11/1958. P-1984; D-1985; E-1987-FC-1987. Student, MTS, 82-84; Bellefountaine; Panola / Appvd Evang, 93. 36905 Hwy 315 , Batesville, MS 38606 (662) 563-0118/(662) 563-0118 [email protected] * Pepper, John Wesley (Johanna): (PL) () . Cedar Bluff-Siloam, 07-09; Longtown Charge, 09- . 218 Porter Street , Senatobia, MS 38668 (662) 562-0915/(662) 562-0915 [email protected] 68 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
Perez-Bonilla, Carlos (Santee): (PE) (HA) . Leave-Incapacity. 3006 Cypress Ave , Cleveland, OH 44109 (216) 661-9716/ Perrine, Marilyn C (Ken): (RE) (W) 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- . 128 Jan St , Tupelo, MS 38801 (662) 447-5735/(662) 566-5508 [email protected] * Petermann, James Owen (Sally Ann): (FL) (W) 1/9/1957. Oxford: Christ/Cambridge, 98-04; Leave- Military, 04-05; Oxford: Christ-Cambridge, 05. 125 CR 213 , Oxford, MS 38655 /(601) 262-5357 [email protected] * Peters, Donald Lee (Ollie): (RL) (AA) 4/17/1939. Retired. P. O. Box 421 , Waveland, MS 39576 (601) 823-6429/(228) 466-4470 [email protected] * Peters, Mark Anthony (Brenda): (PL) (AA) . Newton Chapel, 09- . 5 Moore Rd. , Poplarville, MS 39470 /(601) 795-0473 [email protected] * Pharis, Matthew Leo Larry (Charlotte): (FE) (W) 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 1986; D-1985; E-1990-FC-1990. 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, 99-2001; Biloxi: Heritage, 2001-2003; Jackson: Central, 03-06; Holly Springs: Asbury, 06-07; Incapacity Leave, 07-;. PO Box 16403 , Jackson, MS 39236 /(601) 899-1692 * Piazza, Mary Elizabeth (Tom): (PL) (W) . Vicksburg:Lynch Chapel, 05. 1105 Post Rd , Clinton, MS 39056 /(601) 924-0659 [email protected] * Pickering, Larry (Brenda): (PL) (W) 7/21/1957. Wiggins: Bond, 07- . 572 Big Four Road , Wiggins, MS 39577 (601) 928-7277/(601) 928-7588 [email protected] * Pigott, Wilton D (Arva): (RE) (W) 10/6/1932. Retired. Daleville, 99- . 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) (W) 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. 1021 Caperton St , Lancaster, CA 93535 (661) 947-3103/(661) 951-2026 * 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 (Lanita): (RE) (W) 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) (W) 11/28/1941. Retired. 100 Hwy 541 , Mt Olive, MS 39119 /(601) 797-3267 [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) (W) 2/10/1955. Roxie. PO Box 282 , Meadville, MS 39653 (601) 384- 6455/(601) 384-6455 [email protected] * Poole, Harrell Booth (Mary Nell): (RE) (W) 7/16/1930. Retired. Andrew Chapel, 99- . 466 Tower Rd , Pelahatchie, MS 39145 /(601) 546-2935 [email protected] Poole, William Jennings (Sara Nell): (RE) (W) 3/10/1928. Retired. Roxie, 03- . PO Box 463 , Bude, MS 39630 (601) 384-6074/(601) 384-4791 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009 69
* Poole, Willis Ray (Carolyn Ann): (FE) (W) 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 [email protected] * Pope, Kelly Eugene (Sherrell Gennet): (FE) (W) 3/16/1947. PM-1972; D-1972; E-1975; FC-1975. Candler School of Theology, 71-74; Jackson, Galloway, Associate, 74-75; Gulfport, Ramsay Memorial, 75-81; Jackson, Forest Hill, 81-84; Madison, 84-92; West Point, 92-96; Ocean Springs, St. Paul, 96-04; Brandon: First, 04. 205 Mary Ann Dr , Brandon, MS 39042 (601) 825-5958/(601) 591-1406 * Porter, Frank E Jr (Emily): (FL) (W) 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) (W) 6/20/1947. PM-92; D-92; E-94; FC-94 Jackson: Christ, 92-07; Hattiesburg: Heritage (Assoc), 07-09; Jackson: Briarwood, 09- . 3 Barracuda Dr , Hattiesburg, MS 39402 (601) 261-3371/(601) 264-7436 [email protected] * Porter, Lauren J (): (FE) (W) 1/17/1973. FM-04; FE-04; Redwood-Eagle Lake, 01-05; Utica-Carpenter, 05. 320 Briarwood Dr , Jackson, MS 39206 (601) 956-4035/(601) 957-1881 [email protected] Porter, Walter Leroy (Karen): (RE) (W) 11/17/1937. Retired. 1009 Park Circle Dr. , Columbus, MS 39701 (662) 244-5552/(662) 328-5224 [email protected] * Potter, Thomas Lee (Shannon Hausner): (FE) (W) 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 * Pounders, Tony Dale (Angie): (FE) (W) 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) (W) 12/29/1969. PE-06; Algoma, 00-06; Ingomar-Mt. Zion, 06-. 1427 CR 101 , New Albany, MS 38652 /(662) 534-9720 [email protected] * Powell, Steven (Yvonne): (PL) (W) 6/14/1957. East Prentiss Parish. 131 CR 3331 , Booneville, MS 38829 / * Prather, Timothy Thomas (Cheryl Lassiter): (FE) (W) 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 revtimprather@ yahoo.com * Presley, Gavin Lance (): (PE) (W) 8/21/1978. PE-07; Carolina, 08- 40 MTD Drive , Nettleton, MS 38858 (662) 963-7530/(662) 963-7530 [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) (W) 1/5/1925. Retired. 115 Adams Ave. Ext , Eupora, MS 39744 /(662) 258-2734 * Price, David S (Nena): (FE) (W) 7/25/1946. PM-1970; D,1970; E-1973; FC-1973. D.S. appoint- ment, Mentorum Circuit, 67-68; Student appointment, Brooklyn UMC, 68-69; Candler School of Theology, 69-72; Pascagouia, Becky Bacot, 72-74; Gulfport, Mississippi City, 74-77; Jackson, St. Mark’s, 77-82; Jackson County, Caswell Springs, 82-85; Gulfport, Trinity, 85-89; McComb, Cen¬tenary 89-96; Hattiesburg, Main Street, 96-2002; Hattiesburg District, 02-08; Meridian: Central, 08- . P O Box 1706 , Meridian, MS 39302 (601) 693-1521/(601) 513-3688 [email protected] Price, F William (Ruby Ella): (RE) (W) 7/20/1927. Retired. 1845 Cottage Ln , Meridian, MS 39305 /(601) 485-8987 Price, George (): (RL) (AA) 5/28/1935. Retired. Waynesboro Circuit Associate, 06- 104 Hwy 513 W , Enterprise, MS 39330 (601) 659-9285/(601) 659-9285 Price, James S (Betty): (RE) (W) 1/17/1933. Retired. 120 Harden’s Chapel Rd , Fulton, MS 38843 (662) 862-5777/(662) 862-5777 [email protected] * Price, Kathy (): (FL) () . Rose Hill, 07- . 4821 King Rd , Meridian, MS 39305 /(601) 485-6166 [email protected] * Price, Thomas Douglas (Helvi): (RE) (W) 9/5/1932. Retired. 217 Eastside Ln , Brandon, MS 39047 /(601) 992-9002 [email protected] 70 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
* Price, Tommie Eugene (Amaryllis): (RE) (W) 7/12/1934. Retired. 12213 Millstream Dr , Bowie, MD 20715 /(301) 464-8449 * Pridmore, John Eric (Lisa): (FE) (W) 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) (W) 4/22/1971. 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) (W) 10/18/1943. PM-91; D-91; FC-95; E-95. Big Point, 84-89; Harnett Cokesburg (North Carolina Confer¬ence), 89-92; Student, 92-93; Marion, 93-98; 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) (W) 4/18/1959. Greedwood: St. John’s – Minister of Children/ Youth, 08- . 1001 Grand Boulevard , Greenwood, MS 38930 (662) 453-7597/(662) 834-2018 veroni- [email protected] * Proctor, Stylon Anthony (Lynn): (FE) (W) 4/4/1960. PM-88; D-88; E-91; FC-91. Louisville West, 82- 85; Barton, 86; Stilesboro (North Georgia Con¬ference), 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) (W) 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) (W) 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) (W) 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 (Assoc.), 09- . 153 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): (PL) (W) . 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) (W) 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 Native American 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 [email protected] * 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) (W) 10/13/1945. Spring Hill, 82. 6706 Zero Rd , Meridian, MS 39301 (601) 479-6723/(601) 482-3626 [email protected] The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009 71
* Rambo, Robert Elliott (Susan Marie): (FE) (W) 11/12/1955. PM-1983; D-1983; E-1986; FC-1986. 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- . P.O. Box 1329 , Starkville, MS 39760 (662) 323-0198/(662) 324-6350 [email protected] * Rambo, William T (Merissa): (FL) (W) 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 (Rebecca): (FE) (W) 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 Absence, 88-91; Pas¬cagoula, 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) (W) 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) (W) 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- . 1069 Whitestor Rd , Collinsville, MS 39325 (601) 483-7772/(601) 743-4595 [email protected] Rankin, Percy (Armetta): (RL) (AA) 10/5/1934. Retired. Rt 1 Box 30B , DeKalb, MS 39328 (601) 743-2223/(601) 743-2223 * Rasberry, Clayton Henderson (Sandra Lynn): (FE) (W) 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- . 860 East River Place, Suite 101 , Jackson, MS 39202 (601) 944-0776/ [email protected] Ray, Franklin Wilson (Carolyn Webb): (RE) (W) 10/31/1923. Retired. Moorhead-Sunflower. 03- . 310 Schley Street , Itta Bena, MS 0 (662) 246-5469/(662) 254-9349 * Ray, Glenn Dale (): (FE) (W) . Iowa Conf. 5536 Westwood Dr W , West Des Moines, IA 50266 (515) 986-4036/ [email protected] * Ray, Samuel Andrew (Katherine): (FE) (W) 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 Read, Fred H Jr (Barbara): (RL) (W) 7/17/1932. Cedar Grove-Sylvarena. 2953 Hwy 18 , Louin, MS 39338 /(601) 764-2363 [email protected] * Reece, Ricky Lloyd (Ann (Dr.)): (PL) (W) 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) (W) 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- . 1965 Johnston Road , Hernando, MS 38632 (662) 429-8055/(662) 429-8856 [email protected] * Reiff, Joseph T. (): (FE) (W) . 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) (W) 7/6/1929. Retired. 56 Siler Cir , Lake Junaluska, NC 28745 (828) 456-6162/(828) 456-6162 * Rester, Thomas Edwin (Audra): (FE) (W) 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) (W) 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) (W) 6/12/1933. Retired. Benoit-Pace, 98- . 715 Oak Hill Dr , Oxford, MS 38655 /(662) 234-1789 [email protected] * Richardson, Christine Brooking (Kevin): (FE) (W) 8/11/1976. 1136 Hawthorne Drive , McComb, MS 39648 /(601) 250-0618 [email protected] 72 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
Richardson, James W (Tricia): (FE) (W) 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) (W) 1/10/1981. E 06, FC 06. Stokesty Circuit, British Methodist Church, Darlington District; New Albany: First, 04-07; Birmingham Southern College (Chaplain), 07- . Box 549107 , Birmingham, AL 35254 (205) 226-4760/ [email protected] * Richter, Raleigh Fitzgerald (Shirley): (PL) (W) . Belfontaine, 08- . 1091 Cumberland Rd. , Maben, MS 39750 /(662) 263-8471 [email protected] * Rickman, Linda Aaron (Cary): (FD) (W) 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) 256-5605/(662) 369-6330 [email protected] * Riley, Donny Ray (Bonnie): (AM) (W) 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) (W) 8/3/1933. Retired. Porterville, 99- . 119 Pecan Ave , DeKalb, MS 39328 (601) 743-2603/(601) 743-2603 [email protected] * Robbins, James Richard (Chere): (FE) (W) 9/7/1946. OT-1969; D-1969; E-1972; FC,1972. Student, Perkins, 69-71; Crenshaw, 71-74; Pleasant Hill, 74-83; Oxford, St. Andrews, 83-86; Cleveland, First- Merigold, 86-92. Vicksburg, Hawkins, 92-98; Hernando, 98-2001; Meridian: Poplar Springs Drive, 01-04; Madoison: Parkway Hills, 04. PO Box 1721 , Madison, MS 39130 (601) 856-2733/ richardrobbins@ parkwayhillsumc.org Roberts, Eddie Frank (Miriam): (RE) (W) 3/9/1921. Retired. 204 Greenfield Drive , Greenwood, MS 38930 /(662) 451-7740 [email protected] * Roberts, Kenneth R (): (DR) (W) 6/11/1935. Retired. 5254 Wayneland Dr , Jackson, MS 39211 (601) 899-5805/(601) 353-9691 [email protected] Roberts, Lee Paul (): (RL) (W) . Retired. 105 Cedar Hill Ln , Florence, MS 39073 (601) 845- 6701/(601) 845-6701 * Robertson, Cleavern R (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) (W) 9/25/1955. PE-05; E-08; FC-08; Clara-Providence, 97-04; Longview-Adaton, 04-09; Stonewall, 09- . P.O.Box 174 , Stonewall, MS 39363 (601) 659- 0320/(601) 659-9603 [email protected] * Robinson, Bradford Darrell (Denise): (PE) (W) 4/28/1975. PE-07. 1948 Longview Rd , Starkville, MS 39759 (662) 320-4010/(662) 324-2308 [email protected] * Robinson, Harold Doyle (Vivian Woodruff): (RE) (W) 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 Univer¬sity, 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) (W) 4/13/1921. Retired. , , /(601) 992-7021 Roebuck, Arthur J (Rosemarie): (RL) (W) 7/9/1929. Retired. 125 Whipporwill Rd , Brandon, MS 39047 /(601) 992-9528 * Roller, Amy Pearson (Paul): (PE) () 2/16/1981. PE-08. Meridian: Central (Assoc), 07- . P O Box 1706 , Meridian, MS 39302 (601) 693-1521/(601) 485-5487 * Roller, Paul Douglas (Amy): (PE) () 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 (615) 838-2887/(703) 333-5260 [email protected] * Rooney, Raymond J Jr (Jill Newman): (FE) (W) 7/13/1962. Verona-Palmetto, -05; Tupelo: Wesley, 05. PO Box 2434 , Tupelo, MS 38803 (662) 842-2377/(662) 841-1114 [email protected] Roseberry, Patricia Kersey (Glenn): (RE) (W) 4/14/1938. Retired. 9239 Laurel Hills S , Olive Branch, MS 38654 (901) 683-3521/(662) 893-5264 [email protected] The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009 73
* 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 * Ross, Sally Fran (): (FE) (W) 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 x106/(601) 856-7172 [email protected] * Rowland, Danny Ray (Marilyn Dees): (FE) (W) 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): (FL) (W) 5/25/1947. PM-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) (W) 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; 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) 947-8448 [email protected] * Rutherford, Hubert Sr (Mary): (RA) (W) 9/19/1930. Retired. Bethel, 93- . 8091 Okatibbee Dam Rd , Collinsville, MS 39325 (601) 626-8737/(601) 626-8737 Ryan, Roy H (Doris): (RE) (W) 1/28/1930. Retired. 2800 West Main, LS 107 , Tupelo, MS 38801 (662) 620-9926/(662) 620-9926 [email protected]
* Sabin, Paul (Linda): (RE) (W) . Retired. Jackson: St. Luke, 08- . 621 Duling Avenue , Jackson, MS 39216 (601) 362-6381/(601) 856-4609 [email protected] * Sahler, Michael David (Debbie): (FE) (W) 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) (W) 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): (AM) (W) 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) (W) 6/9/1958. PM-1986; D-1986; E-1989; FC-1989. Seminary, Candler, 85-87; Foxworth/Kokomo, 87-89; Shu¬qualak, 89-93; Noxapater, 93-96; Sandy Hook/Kokomo, 96-98; Union/Mt. Zion, 98-02; Oceans Springs: Wesley 2002-04; Cockrum-Lewisburg / WF NWCC, 04- 05; Leave-Incapacity, 05. 39 Elliot St , Meriden, CT 6451 /(203) 237-5923 [email protected] * Sanders, Todd Andrew (Tammy): (FE) (W) 4/23/1964. PM 99; D 99. Brandon: Crossgates Assoc., -2003; Pearl: First, 03-07; Canton: First (Assoc)/Lone Pine/Sharon, 07-. 117 Sunline Drive , Brandon, MS 39042 (601) 859-4621/(601) 591-2674 [email protected] * Sanderson, Darrell Wayne (): (AM) (W) 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/(662) 568-7645 [email protected] * Sanford, Emily Lauren (): (PE) () . PE-08. Jackson: Galloway (Assoc), 08- . 305 N Congress , Jackson, MS 39201 (601) 353-9691/(601) 949-7992 * Sanford, Eric Christopher (): (PE) () 5/4/1983. PE-07; Hollandale, 07-09; Jackson: Alta Woods, 09- . 109 Alta Woods Blvd , Jackson,, MS 39204 (601) 372-6016/(662) 827-7218 [email protected] Sanford, W H (): (RE) (W) 4/11/1932. Retired. PO Box 152 , Bude, MS 39630 / 74 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
* Sappington, Larry Keith (Laura): (PL) (W) 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) (W) 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) (W) 9/21/1931. Retired. 257 CR 167 , Randolph, MS 38864 (662) 414-7111/(662) 414-7111 Scheuerman, Rosemary (): (RD) (W) . Retired. 248 Locust Ln #227 , Madison, MS 39110 /(601) 605-9417 Schott, Patrick Henry (): (RD) (W) 3/26/1943. Retired. 2211 Glendale Ave , Hattiesburg, MS 39401 (601) 584-6213/(601) 584-6213 * Schultz, David (Lynne A): (PL) (W) 9/27/1957. Ceder Bluff, 09- . 2445 Hwy. 47 , West Point, MS 39773 /(662) 494-6440 [email protected] Schwake, Ronald Lloyd (Angie): (PE) (W) 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 [email protected] * Scott, Brian Francis (Charity D): (FE) (W) 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) (W) 12/24/1951. Leave-Incapacity, 02. 1612-A Simpson Hwy 469 , Harrisville, MS 39072 /(601) 847-0285 [email protected] * Seefeld, Glenn E (Winna F): (FE) (W) 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) (W) 12/16/1969. E 05. New Hope-Sweetwater, 03-05; Hattiesburg: Parkway Heights, 05. 2420 Hardy St , Hattiesburg, Ms 39401 (601) 544-7873/(601) 788- 9327 [email protected] Shamp, Bernard R (Dorothy): (RA) (W) 8/3/1930. Retired 217 Caledonia Drive , Lafayette, LA 0 /(337) 856-5006 [email protected] * Shannon, Jeffrey Stephan (): (FE) (W) 12/15/1960. PM-1985; D-1985; E-1988; FC-1988. Seminary, Drew, 83-86; Courtland Charge, 86-90; New Hope, 90-96; Morton, 96-2003; Ellisville: First / WF JCJC, 03. PO Box 59 , Ellisville, MS 39437 (601) 477-8776/(601) 477-9339 [email protected] Sharp, J A (Lorena): (RE) (W) 3/17/1926. Retired. Bonnie Chapel, 92- . 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) (W) 7/29/1941. Retired 4824 Stone Park Avenue , Olive Branch, MS 38654 (662) 000-0000/(662) 000-0000 Sheffield, Thomas R (Ann): (RE) (W) 5/29/1934. Retired. Becker-Greenbrier, 01- . 345 Algoma Rd , Pontotoc, MS 38863 (662) 489-2659/(662) 489-2659 Shell, Bobby Joe (): (RE) () 9/15/1943. Retired . Box 78, Wyre Ln , Kentwood, LA 70444 / * Shelly, Guss Jenkins (Sarah Ann Powell): (FE) (W) 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 Super¬intendent, 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) (W) 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 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009 75
Shelton, Early Michael (Connie): (PL) (W) 10/8/1950. Lowry Circuit, 97. 21341 Hwy 2 E , Ripley, MS 38663 /(662) 837-3464 * Shelton, John Joseph IV (Connie): (FE) (W) 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) (W) 12/22/1953. Holcomb, 06-. 1188 Childs Road , Holcomb, MS 38940 (662) 809-6104/(662) 226-6104 [email protected] * Shock, Roger R (Jan): (FE) (W) 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) (W) 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) 758-3943 * Shows, Lester (Janet): (RA) (W) . Retired. 9800 Briarcliff Dr , Moss Point, MS 39562 /(228) 474- 6345 [email protected] * Shrader, Michelle Marie (): (PE) () 11/4/1971. PE-08. Jackson: Wells Memorial (Assoc), 08- . 2019 Bailey Avenue , Jackson, MS 39213 (601) 353-0658/ [email protected] * Shreve, Thomas Martin (Nancy Jo): (RE) (W) 8/10/1932. Retired. Redbone, 04- . 105 Elgin Place , Clinton, MS 39056 (601) 638-9455/(601) 708-4054 [email protected] * Shumaker, David Carl (): (PE) () . Starkville: First (Assoc.), 09- . P.O. Box 2585 , Starkville, MS 39760 (662) 323-5722/(662) 323-6706 [email protected] * Sibley, Judy Powell (Ray): (RL) (W) 11/10/1944. Bro. District Staff, 07-. 307 Hwy 98 W , Kokomo, MS 39643 (601) 876-0048/(601) 736-8477 [email protected] * Simmons, Charles D (Frances): (FE) (W) 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) () 8/2/1966. Philadelphia Southside - Hope, 08- . 5373 Breckenridge Dr , Meridian, MS 39301 /(601) 693-2248 [email protected] * Sims, Kordell (): (PL) () 9/29/1986. Franklin, 08- ; Galilee-Treadwell, 09- . PO Box 671 , Pickens, MS 39146 /(662) 528-0841 [email protected] * Sisk, William Timothy (Lorie): (FE) (W) 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 timsisk@ mac.com Sissell, Kenneth Ray (Robbie): (RE) (W) 10/17/1925. Retired. 222 N Heard St , Senatobia, MS 38668 (662) 562-6282/(662) 562-6282 * Sizemore-Tandy, Victoria (): (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. PO Box 220 , Senatobia, MS 38668 (662) 562-5865/(662) 562-6130 [email protected] Skelton, George A (Helen): (RE) (W) 4/1/1921. Retired. 8850 W Parkway North , Lauderdale, MS 39335 /(601) 480-0239 * Skelton, George Barry (Pat): (RE) (W) 2/12/1944. Retired. P.O. Box 64 , Lauderdale, MS 39335 (601) 776-5311/(601) 562-6012 [email protected] * Slaughter, David Joe (Deborah): (FE) (W) 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) (W) 11/24/1967. Beauregard. 4072 Fair River Dr , Sontag, MS 39665 (601) 835-9278/(601) 833-1329 [email protected] * Smith, Casey Marion Jr (Carol): (FE) (W) 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; 76 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
Treemont, American Family Association, 05. 126 CR 1063 , Plantersville, MS 38862 (662) 844-5036 ext.218/(662) 840-9069 * Smith, Charles Edward (Louise): (RE) (W) 12/9/1935. Retired. 1021 Morgan Dr , New Albany, MS 38652 /(662) 534-2447 [email protected] * Smith, Deanna (): (PE) (W) 12/20/1948. PE-07; 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/(662) 827-7218 [email protected] Smith, Earnest A (Milverta): (RE) (AA) 8/25/1913. Retired. PO Box 487 , Hernando, MS 38632 /(662) 429-5601 * Smith, Elbert Lavon (Mary): (PL) (Other) 1/6/1952. Providence, 02-06; Providence/Sand Hill, 06-. 946 Chicora State Line Rd , State Line, MS 39362 /(601) 648-2574 [email protected] Smith, Jack Stigler Jr (Sally): (RE) (W) 6/18/1935. Retired. 490 Robin Rd , Grenada, MS 38901 (662) 226-1122/(662) 226-1122 [email protected] Smith, James Thomas (Jo Ann): (RE) (W) 1/21/1937. Retired. 3721 Hwy 305 N , Olive Branch, MS 38654 /(662) 890-7232 * Smith, Jody L (Paula): (PL) (W) 9/15/1971. Wayne County Circuit, 01-06; Salem, 06-. 171 Old River Rd , Waynesboro, MS 39367 /(601) 735-1003 [email protected] * Smith, Maurice (): (PL) (AA) . PM-09. Pontotoc Parish, 07- . 1306 Wilson Street , Tupelo, MS 38804 /(662) 844-6021 [email protected] * Smith, Phillip (Marie): (RL) (W) 1/9/1940. Retired. 5684 Vally Rd , Meridian, MS 39307 /(601) 693-3971 [email protected] Smith, Ramon Frashawn (Gabrielle): (PE) (AA) 1/7/1980. PE 08. SMU-Perkins, Dallas (Student), 08- . , , / * Smith, Rodney A (Jeanette): (RA) (W) 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 (Margaret K): (FE) (W) 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] * Sowell, Grady (): (RA) (W) 9/10/1928. Retired. 11315 W. Peoria Ave. Apt K-6 , Youngtown, AZ 85363 /(623) 374-4348 [email protected] * Sparks, Stephen Lawrence (Holly): (FE) (W) 8/24/1971. PE 05; FC 08; FE 08; Tupelo: First, 05-06; Gateway, 06-. 16020 S. Swan Rd. , Gulfport, MS 39503 (228) 832-0135/(228) 832-3479 Sparks, William Don (Carolyn): (RE) (W) 1/27/1943. Retired . 7586 HWY 363 , Mantachie, MS 38855 /(662) 282-4066 [email protected] * Speed, Daniel Glen (Mary Margaret): (FE) (W) 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-. 512 Brookhaven St. , Monticello, MS 39654 (601) 587-2987/(601) 587-2350 [email protected] * Speegle, Jonathan (Lynn): (FL) (W) . Columbus: Central, 09- . 1123 College Street , Columbus, MS 39701 (662) 328-7895/(662) 327-6130 [email protected] Spencer, Edwin Jr (Gladys): (RE) (W) 11/20/1920. Retired. 500 Linden St , New Albany, MS 38652 (662) 538-6944/(662) 538-6944 * Staggs, John Howard (Lou Ann): (FE) (W) 3/8/1953. OT-1977; D-1977; E-1980; FC-1980. Student, Asbury, 77-79; Ashland, 79-80; Associate, Tupelo, First, 80-81; Student, Drew, 82-84; Ruleville, 84-88; Minor Memorial, 88-94; Eupora, 94-2000; Disability, 2000-2001; Oxford: St. Andrews-Abbeville, 2001- 2003; Aberdeen: First, 03-07; Incapacity Leave, 07-;. 1146 CR 135 E, L-5 , New Albany, MS 38652 /(662) 538-6042 [email protected] * Staggs, Lou Ann (John): (deaconess) (W) 09/23/55. Program Director, New Albany Dist. 1146 CR 135 East, L-5, New Albany, MS 38652, (662) 534-7733/(662) 538-6042 [email protected] The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009 77
* 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) 786-7623 [email protected] Stanford, Larry Shane (Pokey): (FE) (W) 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 Stanford, Reid (): (PD) (W) 7/20/1964. PD-04. Getwell Road, 04-06. , , /(662) 349-6958 Stanley, Ronald A. (Marcia Jane): (FE) (W) 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] Stauddy, James Robert (Scottie): (RA) (W) 8/4/1940. Retired. PO Box 174 , Holcomb, MS 38940 /(662) 226-2298 [email protected] * Stephenson, Tommy (Lorraine): (FL) (W) 8/19/1950. Rials Creek, 01-06; Charleston – Tippo, 07- . POB 159 , Charleston, MS 38921 (662) 647-8736/(662) 647-8744 [email protected] * Stepney, Godfrey (Bobbie Jean): (PL) (AA) . Fayette-Natchez Ct. 2000-04; Walthall Parish, 04------; Hattiesburg: Bently Chapel-St. John, 06-. 635 E Marion School Rd , Columbia, MS 39429 (601) 736- 1611/(601) 736-1611 [email protected] * Stewart, Mary Caroline (): (FE) (W) 10/6/1959. PM-1994; D-1994; FC-1997; E-1997. Student, Duke University, 94-95; Yazoo City, First, Associate, 95-96; Moor¬head/Sunflower, 96-2000; Hispanic Ministries, 2000-02; Long Beach: First, 02-05; Raleigh-Unity, 05-08; Wesson: Decell Memorial, 08- ; Brookhaven District Staff, 09- . 1070 Beech Street , Wesson, MS 39191 (601) 643-2749/(601) 643-0019 [email protected] Stockett, Richard Carrington III (Mechelle): (FE) (W) 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 (Jennifer): (PE) (W) 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) (W) 4/18/1976. E 06, FC 06. Boyle-Litton-Linn, 99-04; Coy-Stallo, 04-07; Ripley: First, 07- . 114 Forrest Gate Cir , Ripley, MS 38663 (662) 837-7183/(662) 837-4953 [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) (W) 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) 252-2329/(662) 252-5553 [email protected] * Stonestreet, Billy Ray (Madeline): (FE) (W) 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 (Jeanette): (RE) (W) 1/1/1933. Retired. 31 CR 110 , Corinth, MS 38834 (662) 286-0000/(662) 286-3411 Strange, William A (Hilda): (RE) (W) 11/23/1928. Retired. PO Box 235 , Fulton, MS 38843 (662) 862-4573/(662) 862-4573 78 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
* Sudduth, John W Jr (Karen): (FE) (W) 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. PO Box 213 , Olive Branch, MS 38654 (662) 895-2279/(662) 895-5146 [email protected] * Sutphin, Cary Lee (Sylvia): (PL) (W) 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) (W) 12/25/1918. Retired. 1838 Cottage Ln , Meridian, MS 39305 /(601) 485-6224 Swain, Charles Eldred (Ruby): (RE) (W) 6/10/1921. Retired. 10600 Hwy 488 , Carthage, MS 39051 /(601) 656-5419 * Switzer, Jeffery Lee (Cindy M): (FE) (W) 9/27/1968. PM-95; D-95; FC-97; E-97. 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) (W) 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] * Tashiro, Paul Yukio (Eiko): (FE) (AS) . Wesley Biblical Seminary, 06-08; Tupelo: New Church Start, 08- 6007 Lake Trace Cir , Jackson, MS 39211 (601) 366-8880 132/(601) 956-4453 [email protected] * Tate, John Hugh (Linda): (FE) (W) 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) (W) 11/11/1958. Conway. 129 Stratford Dr , Brandon, MS 39042 (601) 906-4679/(601) 825-8181 [email protected] Taylor, Bruce Lynn (Susan Johnson): (FE) (W) 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) (W) 5/31/1945. Retired. P.O. Box 699 , Stonewall, MS 39363 /(601) 659-4672 [email protected] * Taylor, James Howard III (Anna): (FE) (W) 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) (W) 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. 126 Woodhaven Dr. , Natchez, MS 39120 (601) 442-3795/(662) 423-9253 [email protected] * Thomas, G Sapada (Amy): (PL) (AA) . Corinth: Mt. Moriah, 04. 4261 CR 301 , Tiplersville, MS 38674 (662) 587-3311/(662) 993-8709 [email protected] Thomas, Glenn Eugene (): (FD) (W) 8/17/1961. Jackson: St. Marks, 94-98; Vicksburg: Crawford Street Associate, 98-2003; Clinton First Associate 2003-; Clinton: First, 03-05; Leave-Voluntary, 05. 721 N. State Street, Apt 6C , Jackson, MS 39202 (601) 984-6170/ * Thomas, Ronald D (Ann): (FL) (W) 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) (W) 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) 932-5017/(601) 736-6086 [email protected] * Thompson, Edward Truman (Linda): (FE) (W) 6/8/1945. PM-98; D-98; E-2000; FC-2000. Independence, 98-2002; Holly Springs: First, 02-05; Shannon, 05. PO Box 1 , Shannon, MS 38868 (662) 767-3317/(662) 767-3721 [email protected] * Thompson, Gary Dwayne (Robin Jane): (FE) (W) 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/ The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009 79
Learned, 97-03; Biloxi: First, 03-09; Minor Memorial, 09- . 6120 Goodman Road West , Walls, MS 38680 (662) 781-1333/(662) 781-2888 [email protected] * Thompson, Ray Patrick (Patti Ann): (FE) (W) 7/2/1959. PM-93; D-93; FC-97; E-97. Burns, 91- 92; Antioch (North Georgia), 92-94; Laurel, Kings¬ton, 94-95; Handsboro, 95-99; Armed Forces Retirement Hm, 99-05; Trinity Hospice, 05-08; Long Beach: Christ/ Gulfportt: Ramsey Memorial, 08- . 2608 Brookside Cv , Biloxi, MS 39531 (228) 863-4320/(228) 297-7288 [email protected] * Thompson, Timothy Charles Sr (Betty): (FE) (AA) 10/21/1959. PM-92; D-92; FC-95; E-95. 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] Thomson, Kimbrell A (Nancy H): (RL) (W) 7/19/1930. Retired. 101 Short St , Batesville, MS 38606 (662) 578-3274/(662) 578-3274 [email protected] * Thornhill, Robert W. (June): (FL) (W) 11/14/1948. Mentorum, 02- . 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 Threadgill, James Cedric (Oma Jean): (RL) (W) 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) (W) 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 (Bob): (RE) (W) 3/4/1937. Retired. Corinth: Box Chapel, 08- . 1306 N.Pearl St. , Iuka, MS 38852 / * Tillman, Charles J D (): (RE) (AA) 6/11/1939. Retired. 2575 Bedford-Tillman Rd , Roxie, MS 39661 (601) 384-5996/(601) 384-8330 [email protected] Tillman, Harmon E Jr (Nona K): (RE) (W) 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. PO Box 264 , Hazlehurst, MS 39083 (601) 894-4438/(601) 894-4438 [email protected] * Tillman, Stephen E (Marion): (RL) (W) 9/6/1941. Retired 09. Gitano, 09- . 2880 Hwy 29N , Soso, MS 39480 /(601) 729-2786 [email protected] * Tohill, Charles Brownie Sr (Irene): (RL) (W) 12/11/1934. Retired. Hickory Flat, 99. 1123 CR 246 , New Albany, MS 38652 (662) 534-8114/(662) 534-8114 [email protected] * Tollison, Jeffrey (Lacy Rae): (PL) () 11/17/1970. Boyle - Lynn, 09- . 1003 Azalea Drive , Indianola, MS 38751 (662) 887-3557/(662) 887-5898 [email protected] * Toney, Gerald Hobson (Irene Elizabeth): (RE) (W) 5/1/1933. Retired. 132 Easthaven Drive , Brandon, MS 39042 (601) 260-8603/(601) 260-8603 [email protected] * Tonkel, Dennie Keith (Pat): (RE) (W) 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 (Bonnie): (RE) (AA) 4/20/1919. Retired. 258 Dogwood Lane , Batesville, MS 38606 /(662) 563-1918 * Trantham, Kevin Marcus (): (FE) (W) 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 / [email protected] Travelbee, John D III (): (AM) (W) . Retired. 304 N Main St , Columbia City, IN 46725 /(219) 244- 1800 * Travis, Annie Louise (Jimmie): (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- . 5348 Cedar Park Dr , Jackson, MS 39206 (601) 506-7022/(601) 823-3733 annietravis1@comcast. net * Triplett, Calvin Kareem (): (PL) (AA) 5/19/1974. Wesley Chapel, 08- . 471 CR 52834 , Heidelberg, MS 39439 /(601) 787-3095 [email protected] 80 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
* Truett, Jonathan Corey (): (PL) () . Tupelo: First (Youth), 09- . P. O. Box 854 , Tupelo, MS 38802 (662) 690-8100/ [email protected] * Tubby, Daniel Lee (Sybil): (PL) (NA) 3/27/1957. MS UM Choctaw Mission. P O Box 272 , Philadelphia, MS 39350 (601) 389-6343/(601) 656-9911 Tucker, John Thomas (Pamela Ann): (FE) (W) 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) (W) 9/1/1942. PM-83; D-77; E-85; FC-85. 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, Pop¬lar Springs, 97-2001; Brandon: Crossgates, 2001-2003; Indianola: First, 03-05; Indianola: First, Shaw, 05-07; Pascagoula: First, 07-. P. O. Box 371 , Pascagoula, MS 39568 (228) 762-5222/(228) 769-0314 jtwiner@ fumcpascagoula.org * Twiner, Patricia Ward (James C): (AM) (W) 8/5/1942. Meridian: Poplar Springs Drive Associate, 6/98-11/98; Meridian: New Covenant – 11/98-2001; Drakes (Brandon) 2001-2003; Indianola: Christ, 03-07, Midway, 07- . 9814 Old Stage Road , Moss Point, MS 39562 (228) 475-1961/(228) 769-0314 * Tyndall, Edward A (Carolyn): (RL) (W) 11/12/1934. Retired. Pascagoula: Faith. 13717 Hwy 57 , Vancleave, MS 39565 /(228) 826-5957 [email protected] * Tyson, Carolyn A (): (DR) (W) . Retired. PO Box 5037 , Holly Springs, MS 38634 /(662) 252-7525 [email protected]
* Upshaw, David Ronald Jr (Nancy-Anne): (FL) (W) . Jackson: Christ Associate, 06-; 6000 Old Canton Rd , Jackson, MS 39211 (601) 914-7109/(601) 856-0944 [email protected] * Upshaw, Harrison F III (Carey P): (RL) (W) 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) (W) 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) (W) 9/13/1950. PM-95; D-95; FC-97; E-97. Hebron, 88-90; West Haven/Weaver, 90-94; luka, West, 94-00; Oak Grove, 00-02; Safe Harbor, 02-07; Pascagoula: Eastlawn, 07- . 2502 Ingalls Avenue , Pascagoula, MS 39567 (228) 762-2364/(228) 762-5765 * Varnado, Earnestine: (deaconess) Parish Nurse/ Church and Community Worker, St. Andrew’s Mission. 986 N. Cherry St., Magnolia, MS 39652 (601) 250-5230/(601) 783-3756 * Veasley, Mary Ann (): (PL) (AA) . Ailesville Charge, 09- . 6071 Attala Rd. 2247 , Kosciusko, MS 39090 /(601) 479-5841 [email protected] * Vinson, Stephen Lee (Vicki): (FE) (W) 8/22/1954. MS Meth. Senior Services, 07- . P. O. Box 1567 , Tupelo, MS 38802 (662) 844-8977 x207/(662) 842-8209
* Waddell, Charles E (Kathy): (FE) (W) 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-. PO Box 494 , Prentiss, MS 39474 (601) 792-4956/(601) 792-4966 cewchuck@aol. com * Wages, Cecil Jerry (Kay): (PL) (W) 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) (W) 12/11/1935. Retired. , , /(404) 378-5999 * Walker, Edgar (Jan): (DM) (W) . Hattiesburg: Main St. (diaconal), 88- . PO Box 1009 , Hattiesburg, MS 39403 (601) 582-5557/(601) 261-9163 * Walker, Marjorie (): (FE) (AA) 4/12/1960. PM-90; D-86; E-90; FC-90. 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 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009 81
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, Albert Therman (Dorothey Lee): (RL) (AA) 11/10/1933. Retired. Forrest Hills Nursing Center 927 Cooper Road, Jackson, MS 39212 /(601) 372-0141 * Wallace, James L (Sally): (FL) (W) 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 (): (PE) (W) . PE-07; Hattiesburg: Parkway Heights (Asoc), 07- . 2420 Hardy St , Hattiesburg, MS 39401 (601) 544-7873/ [email protected] * Wallace, Raiford Payne Jr (Gatha): (RE) (W) 7/14/1937. Retired. P.O. Box 26 , Baldwyn, MS 38824 /(662) 365-5104 [email protected] Wallace, William Lynn Jr (Ida): (RE) (W) 10/21/1921. Retired. 405 Manchester , New Albany, MS 38652 (662) 534-5972/(662) 534-5972 * Walley, C Nelson (Evelyn): (RE) (W) 4/2/1926. Hebron. 217 Methodist Blvd Apt 261 , Hattiesburg, MS 39402 /(601) 261-9902 * Walter, Donald E (Patricia): (RE) (W) 10/12/1928. Retired. 916 Woodbridge Cr , Dilworth, MN 56529 /(218) 287-5370 [email protected] * Ward, Charles Patrick (Sarah): (FL) (W) 5/5/1982. Oxford: The Orchard, 07- . 106 Shelbi Pl , 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) 234-3016 [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) (W) 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, Aleda (): (RL) (W) 10/30/1937. Retired. 298 Burton Rd , Holly Springs, MS 38635 (662) 564-1970/(662) 564-1970 * Warren, Gilman DeWayne (Carol Diann): (FE) (W) 12/30/1968. PE 06; E-09, FC-09. North Bend- New Hope, 00-08/31/04; US Army, 09/01/03-12/21/04; Noxapator, 05-08; Shuqualak-Macedonia, 08- . P. O. Box 41 , Shuqualak, MS 39361 (662) 793-4757/(662) 793-4782 [email protected] Wash, Charles Sr (Alice): (RL) (AA) 7/10/1939. Retired. , , (601) 659-0338/(601) 693-0495 twash@ progpl.com * Washburn, Sammy Joe (Linda): (AM) (W) 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) (W) 1/1/1911. Retired. 715 S Natchez St , Kosciusko, MS 39090 (662) 289-2869/(662) 289-2869 Watkins, William Warren (Meta): (RE) (W) 7/16/1927. Retired. PO Box 820307 , Vicksburg, MS 39182 /(601) 638-4194 * Watson, Douglas Monroe (Diane Lynn): (FE) (W) 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 /(601) 842-7599 [email protected] * Watson, Todd Owen (): (FE) (W) 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 (Marie): (RE) (W) 2/3/1926. Retired. Jackson: Emmanuel, 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] 82 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
Way, Joseph C (Ruth): (RE) (W) 6/24/1934. Retired. 3315 Parker Dr , Georgetown, TX 78628 /(512) 869-6507 [email protected] * Weaver, Betty (Phillips): (FL) (W) 7/18/1948. Gulfport: Trinity assoc., 06- 5007 Lawson Avenue , Gulfport, MS 39507 (228) 863-2717/(228) 875-1163 [email protected] Webb, John Thomas (Grace): (RL) (W) 10/12/1928. Retired. PO Box 615 , Aarcadia, IN 46030 / * Webb, Robert Steven (): (FL) (W) 4/3/1966. Mount Olive (Jones County) / Ovett, 02-05; Wayne Haven, 05-07; Williamsburg, 07-. 220 Yates Rd , Collins, MS 39428 (601) 765-3100/(601) 765-8741 [email protected] * Webster, Carolyn Fulgham (H Wayne): (FD) (W) 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- . PO Box 398 , Summit, MS 39666 (601) 876-0048/(601) 876-0048 carolynwebster@rocketmail. com * Webster, H Wayne (Carolyn Fulgham): (FE) (W) 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) (W) 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) (W) 10/9/1954. PM-83; D-83; E-86; FC-86. Eupora Circuit, 79-81; Seminary, Memphis Theological Semi¬nary, 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/ whynot187@ yahoo.com * White, Creighton Delon (Catrina): (PE) (W) 3/21/1963. PE-08. Pelahatchie-Gulde, 99-04; New Albany: Calvary, 04. 318 Tate Ave , New Albany, MS 38652 (662) 534-5144/(662) 534-5298 cdwhite_ [email protected] * White, David Franklin (): (FE) (W) 7/31/1955. Leave-Voluntary; Candler, 05. 314 Lakeside Dr , Brandon, MS 39042 / * White, Gilbert Edwin (Sharon Elizabeth Sweet): (FE) (W) . PE-2004: E-2007; FC-2007; Americus Parish: Pleasant Hill-Salem. 1172 River Rd , Lucedale, MS 39452 (601) 947-7888/(601) 947-4558 * White, Harold Claude (Donna): (FE) (W) 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 [email protected] White, Kenneth Leon (Kim): (PL) (W) 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) (W) 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) (W) 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- . 102 East Claiborne Suite D , Greenwood, MS 38930 (662) 453-0878/(662) 453-5430 [email protected] Whited, Linda Robinson (Jim): (FD) (W) 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) (W) 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- . 2001 Ninth St. , Booneville, MS 38829 / [email protected] * Whiteside, Hugh Smith (Vivian): (RE) (W) 1/12/1918. Retired. 947 Church (South) , Louisville, MS 39339 /(662) 773-6115 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009 83
* Whiteside, Robert E (Sallie): (RE) (W) 10/15/1939. Retired. Macon:First, 09- . P. O. Box 162 , Macon, MS 39341 (662) 726-5590/(662) 323-6154 [email protected] 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) (W) 10/17/1935. Retired. 4488 Union Ave. , Nettleton, MS 38858 (662) 963-3850/(662) 963-3850 [email protected] Whitt, Sue Yeager (Jerry): (RE) (W) 7/18/1943. Retired. 355 Alexander St. , Memphis, TN 38111 / [email protected] Wicker, William H (): (RE) (W) 1/11/1930. Retired. 18 Nancy Ln , Hattiesburg, MS 39401 /(601) 408-2774 * Wilburn, Danny (Sandra (Sandy)): (FL) (W) 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) (W) 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) (W) 1/18/1938. Retired. 1208 Zentwood Rd , Tupelo, MS 38801 (662) 844-5036/(662) 844-4677 Wilkerson, Jesse Glen (Claire): (RE) (W) 11/5/1941. Retired. 78 Whispering Pines Drive , Waynesville, NC 28786 /(828) 456-2063 * Wilkerson, William Henry (Ashley): (FE) (W) 5/24/1977. PE 05; FC 08; FE 08; Ocean Springs: St. 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) (W) 9/15/1938. Retired. Barton, 03. 8734 Windersgate , Olive Branch, MS 38654 (662) 890-5650/(662) 890-5650 * Wilkinson, Larry Davis Sr (Elizabeth): (AM) (W) 10/15/1948. Lauderdale. 967 Bonita Dr , Meridian, MS 39301 (601) 679-8806/(601) 485-4264 [email protected] * Williams, Ada Clay (): (PE) (AA) 12/7/1949. PE-06; 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) (W) 2/27/1936. Retired. 250 Pimlico Dr , Brandon, MS 39042 /(601) 824-3509 [email protected] Williams, J Ron (Betty Buskirk): (RE) (W) 5/10/1937. Retired. 612 Meadowlane Dr , Aberdeen, MS 39730 (662) 319-6597/(662) 319-6597 [email protected] Williams, Jack (Vetrice): (RE) (W) 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) (W) 6/25/1947. Retired. 1573 Dupont Harts Chapel Rd , Poplarville, MS 39470 /(601) 403-9797 * Williams, Leslie Keith (Beverly Murphy): (FE) (W) 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- . P O Box 148 , Myrtle, MS 38650 (662) 988-2516/(662) 988-2237 [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) 483-2032 * Williams, Richard C (Janice F): (AM) (W) 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. PO Box 98 , DeKalb, MS 39328 /(601) 743-2235 [email protected] * Williams, Rick (Marian Agner): (FE) (W) 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/(662) 404-2184 [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) (W) 7/5/1939. Retired. 713 CR 505 , Stephenville, TX 76401 (254) 968-4193/(254) 965-2993 [email protected] 84 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
* 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) (W) 1/2/1932. Retired. PO Box 35 , Madden, MS 39109 /(601) 298-0864 * Williamson, John Cecil (Julie): (RE) (W) 11/16/1931. Retired. 210 Woodlawn Rd , Starkville, MS 39759 (662) 323-7857/(662) 323-6689 * Williamson, Stirman L (Barbara): (RL) (W) . Retired. PO Box 1346 , Gulfport, MS 39502 (228) 863-3337/(228) 392-6319 [email protected] * Willis, William Edward (Allyson): (FD) (W) 12/23/1968. FD 05. Tupelo: The Orchard Associate, 2000-04; Wesley Foundation DSU, 04. 500 South Leflore Avenue , Cleveland, MS 38732 (662) 843- 8865/(662) 843-2428 [email protected] * Willoughby, David James (Joan Carolyn): (FE) (W) 12/13/1947. PM-1974; D-1974; 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 Ab¬sence, 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-Sandersville, 05-07; Incapacity Leave, 07-. 110 Crimson Ln , Brandon, MS 39042 /(601) 824-2975 * Wilson, David Brooks (Nan): (FL) (W) 10/27/1950. Sumrall, 01-07; Petal, 07- . 239 Cross Creek Dr , Petal, MS 39465 (601) 582-0440/(601) 544-3645 [email protected] * Wilson, Earl III (Camilla): (FE) (AA) 6/11/1971. E-2007; FC-2007; Jackson: Anderson (Assoc), 05. 706 Colonial Circle , Jackson, MS 39211 (601) 982-3997/(601) 899-5827 [email protected] Wilson, Jacob Dale (Margaret): (PE) () . 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 Wilson, John Thomas (): (RL) (W) 3/15/1928. Retired. 100 CR 7311 , Booneville, MS 38829 (662) 728-9916/(662) 728-9916 * Wimberley, Audrey Rebecca (): (FD) (W) 4/15/1940. D-97; FC-97. Northside, Atlanta, GA, 68-70; Tucker GA, First, 70-74; Sandy Springs, Atlanta, GA, 74-79; Hattiesburg, Parkway Heights, 79-89; Tupelo First, 89-95; Ocean Springs: St. Paul, 95-2000; Leave, 2000-2001; Greenville: First, Minister of Spiritual Formation 2001-2003; Greenwood: First-Valley Hill, 04-. 1730 W Sudan Circle , Greenville, MS 38701 /(662) 332-1297 [email protected] * Windham, Sarah Faye (Edwin): (FL) (W) 2/15/1956. Lake Charge, 00-07; Mamie C. Weaver, 07-09; Wayne Haven, 07- ; Providence, 09- . 284 Windham Ln , Forest, MS 39074 /(601) 735-2056 eswind- [email protected] * Winstead, Henry Gladstone Jr (Anne Brooks): (RE) (W) 7/30/1937. Retired. 13 Dornach St , Hattiesburg, MS 39401 /(601) 584-9412 [email protected] Winstead, R Allen (Wilma): (RE) (W) 6/6/1935. Retired. 155 Forest Ridge Drive , Brandon, MS 39042 (601) 824-7721/ [email protected] Wiygul, Glyn Owen (Martha): (RE) (W) 6/7/1929. Retired. 201 Pierce Town Rd , Fulton, MS 38843 (662) 862-4668/(662) 862-4668 Wiygul, James Hershel (Faye): (RE) (W) 12/31/1927. Retired. 1411 Pinecrest Dr , Tupelo, MS 38804 (662) 680-4710/(662) 680-4710 Wood, Diane (): (DM) () . P O Box 6155 , Choctaw, MS 39350 (601) 389-1900/ dianevwood@ yahoo.com * Wood, John Calvin (Gail): (RA) (W) 3/2/1939. Retired. 868 Anding/Oil City Rd , Bentonia, MS 39040 / [email protected] Wood, Ruth Mayhew (Huey): (RE) (W) 8/10/1925. Retired. 620 Washington St , Booneville, MS 38829 (662) 728-3769/(662) 728-3769 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009 85
* Woodall, Diane L (Harold): (PL) (W) 9/8/1950. Summit Associate, 97-2001; Washington-Church Hill, 01-08; Liberty, 08- . PO Box 406 , Liberty, MS 39645 /(225) 262-8241 [email protected] * Woodall, Edward Eugene Jr (Rosemary Johnson): (RE) (W) 7/16/1940. Retired. 111 Acorn Ln , Batesville, MS 38606 (662) 563-4534/(662) 563-3754 [email protected] * Woodall, Rosemary Johnson (): (DR) (W) 5/10/1947. Retired. 111 Acorn Ln , Batesville, MS 38606 (662) 563-3754/(662) 563-3754 * Woodard, Robert Thomas (Frances M): (RE) (W) 12/28/1931. Retired. 715 Greensboro St , Starkville, MS 39759 /(662) 323-6391 Woodard, Susan Lee (): (FE) (W) 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) (W) 3/27/1930. Retired. Cleveland Charge, 08/15/08- . PO Box 146 , Philadelphia, MS 39350 (601) 656-8946/(601) 656-8946 pw39350@bellsouth. net * Woodrick, James Rayford Sr (Rosa Ann): (RE) (W) 5/30/1935. Retired. 7427 Old Canton Road , Madison, MS 39110 (601) 856-9581/(601) 206-1443 [email protected] * Woodward, Jack Little (Nelda): (RE) (W) 3/7/1929. Retired. 5850 Kings Pl , Jackson, MS 39211 /(601) 957-0203 [email protected] * Wooten, Earl Jack III (April): (FL) (W) 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 (Annie): (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) (W) 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 (): (FL) (W) 4/15/1968. PM-09. Homewood-High Hill, 07-. 8720 Hwy 35 South , Forest, MS 39074 (601) 536-2120/(601) 536-2120 [email protected] Yeates, John W (Myra): (RE) (W) 6/18/1938. Retired. 2206 Finley Dr , Florence, AL 35630 (205) 760-4568/(205) 670-0432 * Yoo, Hongsik (Sunhee): (FE) (AS) 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) (W) 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 * Young, David Ray (Belinda): (RE) (W) 10/31/1940. Retired . Kokomo, 08- . 341 Friendship Rd , Columbia, MS 39429 (601) 736-1969/(601) 736-2182 [email protected] * Young, J Daniel (): (FE) (W) 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 Memori¬al Hospital, St. Louis, MO, 85-98; Riley Hospital for Children, 98. 9161 Sea Oats Dr , Indianapolis, IN 46250 (317) 278-3888/(317) 585-1449 [email protected] * Young, Kevin (): (FL) (AA) 10/21/1969. John Wesley-Walden Chapel, 09- ; Wesley Fdn. Homes CC, 09- . 245 Bain Street , Durant, MS 39063 /(662) 346-6901 [email protected] * Young, Paul W (Laura N): (RE) (W) 3/10/1937. Retired. 40 Susannah Ct , Lake Junaluska, NC 28745 /(828) 454-5301 [email protected] * Young, Willie J (Marguerite G): (FL) (AA) 5/6/1948. Preston-Deemer, 86-89; New Bethlehem, 89-90; Shubuta, 91-92; Meridian Circuit, 92-98; Rasberry, 98- & Wesley Foundation, MS Delta C C 2000-2001; Kosciusko: Wesley, 2001-04; Philadelphia Parish, 04-08; Desoto-Shubuta, 08- . PO Box 565 , Quitman, MS 39355 /(601) 776-2569 [email protected] * Youngblood, Rebecca Carol (): (FE) (W) . 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, 86 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
85-86; Cleveland, First-Merigold, 86-92; DS, Vicksburg-West Jack¬son 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 (Louise): (RE) (W) 9/2/1920. Retired. PO Box 720 , Madison, MS 39130 /(601) 607-2376 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009 87
B. Lay Members Of The Annual Conference Members And/Or Reserve Members Who Attended The 2009 Session * Denotes those registered at Annual Conference Brookhaven District Equalization Members * Conference Lay Leader * Dist Young Adult (Age * Garland Brent – Tim Crisler 18-30) – Mytchi * Ruth Lambert * Diaconal Minister – Girlie McKenzie * Laurie Lewis Magee * Dist Youth (Age 12-17) * Steve Willis * Dist Lay Leader – Pat – Emily Mote Charles Bryant, Jr. Smith * Deaconess – Earnestine Delecia Carey * Dist Lay Speaker – Bonnie Varnado Ellen Sullivan Dillon * Kim Stotts Burkett Jana Jobe Dist UMM President Nick Hoda * Mattie Jones-Lewis – Dorman Howel * Connie Felter * Mike Calhoun * Dist UMW President * Ansel Mote Barbara Mingee – Jean Ricks * Jean Reed Phoebe Hathorn Dist UMY President * Julia Pittman * Jimmy Sartin
Lay Members Elected by the Charge Conference * Adams – Larry Allred * Meadville – Bo Gabbert * Baylis Chapel – Shirley Broome * Monticello –Sadi Butler Beauregard - Billie Jean Cook * Mt. Carmel – Eleanor Cutrer * Bethel – Jerri Wallace * Mt Pleasant – Mary Trimble Bethesda – Brenda Martin Mt Salem – Johnnie Banks * Brookhaven First – Charles Campbell * Natchez: St. Johns – Vivian Toussaint * Cane Ridge- Mary Grace Gibson * New Bethel – Annie Magee * Centenary – Andrea Sanders * New Fork – Chris Cager Centreville – Patti James * New Hebron – Debbie Bush * Columbia First David Martin * New Hope – Celeste Cade * Columbia Valley – Donald Hales New Hope Memorial – Veronica Harvey * Crown Point – Ruthie Stampley * New Zion – Brenda Benson * Crystal Springs – Nick Hoda * Pearl River Avenue – Jewell Lovett * Decell Memorial – Jim Lightsey * Pisgah – Loretta Easley Ebenezer – Sarah Jones * Pleasant Grove – Brenda Michael Fayette – Mary Everett Pleasant Valley – Sandra Crawford * Felder – Tara Mir Providence – Francis Beasley * Gallatin – Connie Barnes Sandy Hook – Angela McMullin Gallman – Betty Harper Sartinville - Mary Allice Renfroe Gloster – Lorraine Swaggart * Brandon Bay – Stephen Magee Grace – Virginia Salmon St James – Geneva Patterson * Hazlehurst – Robert Cameron St Paul – Albert Brown Hopewell – Sue Fortenberry * St Paul – Juanita Franklin * Jackson Street – Sarah Lloyd * Summit – Bill DeLong * Jefferson Street – Bryant Reed * Sweetwater – Dorothy Wittig * Johnston Chapel – Rick Taylor * Tilton – Eleanor Reid Kokomo – Martha Toney * Tylertown – Truly Conerly * Kynett – Emelda Bryant * Washington – Mac Blackwood * Liberty – Cindy Edwards * White Oak – John Crisler * Lovely Lane – Carol Davis * Woodville - W.C. Reed * Magnolia First – Lem Mitchell Zion Ridge – Mary Abram * Mallalieu – Harold Weeks 88 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
East Jackson District Equalization Members * Episcopal Committee – Andrea Camp * Delbra Luckett – Bobbye Carter Dist. Young Person (age * Theon Johnson * Pensions Committee – Ed 18-30) – Hyland Keen * Warren McKay Jones Dist. Youth (age 12-17) * Jorge Navarrete CFA – Duane O’Neill – Courtney Jones * Dorothy Redd * Dist. Lay Leader – LaToya * Scott Berry * Morgan Roberts Redd * Lucien Bourgeois * Laura Rounsaville Dist Lay Speaker * Betty Brown * Laura Sappington – Richard Henley * Joy Davis * Martha Scarbrough * Dist. UMM President – Ira Mable Everett * David Stotts Kynerd * Dessie Greer * Lawrence Walker Dist. UMW President * Amy Higginbotham * Melba Watkins – June Bragg * Ginger Holmes * Woody Woodrick Dist. UMY President * Gay Huff
Lay Members Elected by the Charge Conference * Andrew Chapel – Bob Coy Holly Bush – Sarah Stewart * Brandon: First – Ouida Alford Homewood:High:Carr – Janice Burt * Brandon: First - Mary Beth Bounds Independence – Edgar Purvis * Brandon: First – Alvin Wells * Jackson: Christ – Bill Clement * Brandon: Trinity – Dolly Johnson * Jackson: Christ – Carter Haines Braxton – Clara Watkins * Jackson: Christ – Randy Russ * Burns-Gasque Ch.-Pleasant Hill – Flora * Jackson: Christ – Jack Simpson Headrick * Jackson: Christ – Bill Cook * Canton – Alice Scott * Jackson: St. Mark’s – Chris Milone * Canton: First – Belinda Roark * Jackson: St. Mark’s – Nan Moak * Canton: Little Zion – Nita Shavers Jackson: St. Mark’s – Marlys Vaughn Canton: St. John – Nona Parker Johnson Chapel – Georgia Patrick * Carthage: First - H. V. Neal * Kalem – Jean Harvey Carthage: Wesley – Delbra Luckett Lena – Kelly Langfore Cayuga-Rocky Springs – Jamie Ross * Lillian Circuit – Curron Bates Conway – Shelia Evans * Lodebar – Jerry Willis * Crossgates – Larry Cruise Lone Pine: Sharon – Linda Rayner * Crossgates – Gloria Dear Madden – Sheary Swain * Crossgates – Johnny Johnson * Madison: First – Bob Hughes * D’Lo-Bethany – Lee Boteler * Madison: First – Joanne Jones Drakes – Ophelia Shelton * Madison: First – Patsy McCarty Evergreen - Jacqueline Weakley * Madison: First – Charles Massey * Fannin – Stephanie Dunn * Madison: St. Matthew’s – Janis Roberts * Florence: Marvin – Sandra Rushing * Madison: St. Matthew’s – Mary Young Flowood – Pamela Malone * Madison: St. Matthew’s - Robert Young * Forest First UMC – Nancy Chambers * Magee: First – Roy Montz * Forest Charge/Lynch Chapel – Deborah * Mendenhall – Rita Johnson Qualls * Monterey – Eldon Lambert Forest Charge/Sherman Hill – Dessie * Morton Circuit – Robert Jennings Greer * Morton Circuit – Earnest Jones Forest Charge/Green Grove – Mae Rankin * Morton: First – Neva Laseter * Forest Trinity – Leticia Martinez * Pearl: First – Ronnie Boyd * Freeny-Sebastopol – Margaret Mayes * Pearl: McLaurin Heights – Kenneth Smith * Greenwood Chapel – Marjorie Smith * Pelahatchie: First-Gulde – Vernon Greer Chapel – Valerie Jenkins Mitcham Harperville - Mira Frances Cochran * Pelahatchie: Little Zion – Ida Jones * Harrisville – Bernice Rice * Puckett – Billy Manning The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009 89
* Raleigh-Unity – Mary Edmond * St. James – Flossie Jones * Rials Creek – Marlene Welch * Taylorsville: First UMC – Miriam Hurdle * Richland – Merle Hudson Bethel UMC – Conrad Robertson * Ridgeland: First – Sam Burton * Walnut Grove – Marcie Phillips * Shiloh – Mae Usry * Wesleyanna – Ginger Smith Singleton – Marilyn Freeny Greenwood District Equalization Members * Conf UMW President * Billy Gip Clark Carrie Meeks – Jackie Pennington * Grace Clarke * Danny New * Dist Lay Speaker – Tom * Bill Cook * Andrew Owen Jones * Newby Cook * Renelda Owen * Dist UMM President Juwan Gibbs * Dave Schultz – Tommy Barrett * Charlsie Haire * Lynne Schultz * Jane Ashley * Debbie Haire Cindy Sturdivant * John Ashley * John Kountz Sykes Sturdivant * Thelma Barnes * Vera Latham * Deniece Thomas * Charles Branch * John McClay * Jeff Tollison * Ben Burt * Luella McClay * Annie Williams
Lay Members Elected by the Charge Conference Acona-Black Hawk-Enon – Beth Tingle * Greenwood: St. John’s – Tom Flanagan * Avon-Glen Allan – Jane Simmons * Greenwood: Wesley – Regena Lucas * Barlow - Hubert Flemming * Grenada: First – Turner Trapp * Barwick – Emma Meeks * Grenada: Grace-Gore Springs – David * Belzoni Circuit – Gloria Liddell Hartley * Belzoni: First-Swiftown – Walter Pugh * Grenada: Vincent – Donna Hardiman Benoit-Pace – Dale Ward * Holcomb – Barbara Watson * Binford Chapel – Leroy Nash * Hollandale – Robert Burford * Boyle-Linn – Travis Cooper * Indianola: Christ – Sammy Ely Carrollton – Glenda Jones * Indianola: First – Turner Arant Chapel Hill – Mike Newsom * Indianola: First – Russell Black Cleveland: First – Diane Elliott * Indianola: Rasberry – Sterling Smith * Cleveland: St. Luke-Shipman Ch – Blake * Inverness-Caile-Isola – Jim Sibley McGaughy * Itta Bena: Samuel Chapel – Lloyd Porchia * Columbiana-Midway – Cathey Curtis * John Wesley-Walden Chapel – Deneace * Drew – Fletcher Clark Glover * Durant: First-West – Betty Williamson * Kilmichael Parish – Ethlyn Mortimer Ebenezer (Holmes) – Nolan OReilly * Leland – Mark Weaver * Ebenezer: Mt. Zion – Carol Anderson Lexington: First – Buddy Waterer * Epworth – Frances Hodges * Martin Grove – Perryman Wright * Galilee Treadwell – Sallie Rule Minter City – Hal Pleasants * Georgeville – Carol Dilworth * Moorhead-Sunflower – Joe Acree Glendora – Mike Sturdivant Mound Bayou: Wesley – Jessie Lowry * Goodman – Joy Donald Poplar Springs-Good Hope – Bernell * Greenville: First – Conrad Longfellow Saffold * Greenville: Revels - Mary Ann Govan * Rollins – Hull Franklin * Greenville: Trinity – James Dubberly * Rosedale-Gunnison – Leo McGee * Greenwood: Decell – Gladys Hodges * Ruleville Circuit – Glenda Beverly * Greenwood: First-Valley Hill – Donnie * Ruleville: First – Kathryn Purcell Hovas * Shady Gr.-Kilmichael: Mt. Zion – Hazel * Greenwood: First-Valley Hill – Robert Dorris McBryde * Shaw – Sara Tapley * Greenwood: St. John’s – Anne Flanagan Shelby – Lyle Dilworth 90 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
* Sidon – Ann Gray * Vaiden: Haven – Barbara Tate * Spring Grove-Rocky Hill – Shirley * Winona:Moore Memorial-New Hope – Joe Skinner Moore Spring Hill – James Cowans III * Winona:Haven-Carrollton:Vincent Union Memorial - Levora Levy – Sharonda Weathersby * Vaiden – James Alford Hattiesburg District Equalization Members * Diaconal Minister – Edgar Lauren Hutto * Pat Holifield Walker Dist. Youth - * Jolene Page * Dist. Lay Leader – John Tyquel Barnes Lucinda Pascarella Gavin* * Trista Boudreaux Mike Pascarella * Dist Lay Speaker – Ryan * Gloria Bryant Mindy Ratcliff Grayson Diana Castellanos * Ricshonda Roberts * Dist. UMM President Oswaldo Castellanos * Billie Ann Russell – John Gavin* * Kristen Faggert * Charley Sue Speed Dist. UMW President * Mason Faggert * Mary Lynn Still – Weema Blackledge * Shawn Flowers * Bill Sumrall Dist. UMY President - * Kristy Goodwin * Johnny Williams * Dist. Young Person - * LaAudrey Hawthorne
Lay Members Elected by the Charge Conference * Antioch – Douglas Walters * Hattiesburg: Main Street - Dinny St. * Asbury – Dawson Wilkerson John Bassfield – Buford Blount * Hattiesburg: Parkway Heights – Diane * Batson – Margaret Miller Fisher * Bay Springs Circuit – Marcelean * Hattiesburg: Parkway Heights – Becky Arrington Granthan * Bay Springs-Holders – Carter Sims * Hattiesburg: Parkway Heights – Scott * Beaumont: Bolton Chapel – Monica Vickery Bolton * Hattiesburg: Parkway Heights – Molllie * Brooklyn – Cranson Horst Vickery * Buckatunna-State Line – Ouida Cochran * Hattiesburg: St. Paul – Jimmie Jones * Carson-Goodhope – Anna Emel * Hattiesburg: West Lake – Frank Lee * Cedar Grove-Sylvarena – Bobbie Britt Hebron – Melanie Wedgeworth Chapel Hill – Deborah Edwards Hebron (Wayne Cty) – Margie Moseley * Clara – Reggie Dunn * Heidelberg – Dennis Herrington * Collins - Larry Robinson * Hickory Grove – Doug Miller * Dixie – Lisa Saucier * Laurel: First – Mike Weber Dudley Chapel – Erma Budd * Laurel: Franklin-Gitano – Dal Williamson * Ellisville: First – James Holifield * Laurel: Kingston – Jimmie Weems Eminence – Harold Smith * Laurel: Mallalieu – Anthony Lockhart * Fairfield – James Buckhaults * Laurel: St. Paul – Grace Amos * Glade – Beverly Messemore * Laurel: West Laurel – Dena Parker * Hattiesburg: Bentley Chapel-St John * Lumberton Circuit – Henry Collins – Eleanor Goins Lumberton-Maxie – Sam Bishop * Hattiesburg: Court Street – Nancy Steen * McLain Circuit – Vickie Moody * Hattiesburg: Glendale – Erskine Pou McLaurin – Ashley Clark Hattiesburg: Grandview – Wayne Sharp Mize – Chuck Carter * Hattiesburg: Heritage – Jane Hudson * Montrose-Garlandville – Elaine Beatty * Hattiesburg: Heritage – Ginger Meador * Moselle – Jeanette Smith * Hattiesburg: Heritage – John Meador * Mount Olive – Clay Johnston Hattiesburg: Main Street – Frank Dement Mount Olive (Jones County) – Jeanette * Hattiesburg: Main Street – Debbie Smith Adamson * Mount Olive: St. James – Alice Magee The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009 91
* Mount Zion – Robbie Suber Sandersville – Vernon Burke * New Augusta-Beaumont – Fred Roman * Seminary – Patty Moore * Oak Grove – Bob Attkisson * Stringer-Old Bay Springs – Bonnie Oakdale – Zack Lott Grantham Ovett – Pete Dennis Sumrall – Gary Cook * Paulding – Henrietta Brown Wayne County Circuit – Paula Smith * Petal – John Burch * Wayne Haven-Mamie C. Weaver Mem * Philadelphia – Mark Brown – Edwin Windham Pleasant Grove – Laura Clanton Waynesboro Circuit – Christopher Forrest * Pleasant Valley – Russell Thomas * Waynesboro Circuit – Brenda Mosley * Prentiss-Santee – Patricia Sessions * Waynesboro: First - George Elton Alsworth * Providence – Bert Jones * Wesley Chapel – Jacqueline Evans * Purvis-Talowah – Alvin Adams * Williamsburg-Lone Star – Jackie Worthy * Richton – Marcus Stennett * Winchester – Rhonda Long * Sand Hill – Ronnie Freeman Meridian District Equalization Members Diaconal Min – Len Bobo * Ruby Clemons * Roy Keeton, Jr. Diaconal Min – Patt * Leon Cooper * Walterine Kelly Fiedler * Nancy Crews * Mary Parten * Dist Lay Speaker – Sarah * Christopher Cross * Annie Ramsey King * James Crotwell * Maxine Richardson * Dist UMM President * Mitchell Dawkins * Kay Risher – Robert Hughes * Renay Dawkins * Olivia Smith * Hannah Turk * Mary Ford * Jack Walters * Kevin Baysinger * Nell Grissom * Mary Welch * Annie Bohannon Courtney Hampton * Leerene Wilson * Elise Bonner * Francis Gail Jones * Regina Yarborough
Lay Members Elected by the Charge Conference * Andrew Chapel – Howard Trawick * Lauderdale – Beth Taylor * Bethel – Mary Rutherford * Marion – Amanda Miles * Bethel-James Chapel – Susie Harris * Meridian Parish – George Davis * Chunky – Christie Rainer Meridian: Bonita – Michael Jonas * Cleveland – Bill Howell * Meridian: Central – Phil Brooks * Cokers Chapel – Ruby McDonald * Meridian: Central – Maurice Hall * Collinsville - Rex Hiatt * Meridian: Central – Mark Scarborough * Coopers Chapel – Shira Campbell * Meridian: Central – Virginia Wheat Coy – Stallo – Stephen Hutcherson * Meridian: College Park – James Vance Daleville - Dan Holland * Meridian: Druid Hills-Lost Gap – Mary * Decatur – Charles Boggan Miller * DeKalb Circuit – DeWayne Hull * Meridian: Haven Ch - St. Mark – Linda * DeKalb Parish – James Lloyd Templeton * DeKalb-Union – Wendy Wade Meridian: Hawkins Memorial – Norma Desoto – Dora Williams Rose * Desoto-Quitman Circuit – Margie Keeton Meridian: Oak Grove – Frances Kidd * Desoto-Shubuta Parish – Donnie Brooks * Meridian: Poplar Springs Drive – Larry * Elizabeth-Lauderdale:Pleas. Gr – Geneva Pupa Burton * Meridian:St. Paul - St. Elizabeth * Enterprise - John Alston Brown – Josephine Hughes * Enterprise Circuit – Tiffany Hoze * Meridian: Wesley – Sherry Morgan * Hickory – Jo Veenstra * Newton First – Bobbie Evans * Lake – Robert Kelly North Bend – Bobby Hardy * Lake Circuit – Thomas Evans Pachuta – Patsy Atwood * Lauderdale - Earline Norman * Philadelphia Parish – Frances Foster 92 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
Philadelphia Parish – Arecia Steele * Scooba Circuit – Sharon Fairley * Philadelphia Southside-Hope – Melanie * Scooba-Binnsville – Cheryl Sparkman Baysinger * Shubuta Parish – Sherry McFarland * Philadelphia: First-Henrys Ch – Rayford * Spring Hill – Barbara Raley Williamson * St. Matthews – Annie Elliot * Pleasant Grove – Jeff Anderson St. Peter-Meridian: Wesley Ch – Jackie * Pleasant Hill – Judy Collins Gray Porterville – Fred Stokes * St. Peter-Meridian: Wesley Ch – Kerry * Preston-Deemer – Johnnie Amerson Johnson Quitman: First-Shubuta – Faye LaBoone * Stonewall - Mary Ann Taylor * Quitman: Grace – Janice Tinsley Suqualena – Jean Keller Rose Hill – Frances Clayton Sylvester-Wesley Chapel – Daisy Nichols * Rose Hill / Garlandville – Andrew * Tabernacle – Linda Reed Richardson * Union-Mt. Zion – Denise Crotwell * Sandtown-Longino – Kiah Hitt * Wesley Chapel – Marie Smith New Albany District Equalization Members * Deaconess - Lou Ann * Dist. Young Person * DeLeah Gillom Staggs (age18-30) – Samantha * Margaret Gipson * Dist. Lay Leader – Dalton Minga * Hillary Glover Garner * Dist. Youth (age 12-17) * Bootsie Hall * Dist. Lay Speaking – Taylor Dees * Robby Kelly Director – Gordon * Stella Buchanan * Linda Leatherwood Crowe * Paulette Buford * Marjorie Livingston * Dist. UMM Pres. – Jason * Keilty Childs * Jane Metzger Childs * Judy Collier * Jackie Beckwith * Dist. UMW Pres. * Lelon Davidson * Bill Smallwood – Barbara Creekmore * Mary Davidson * Cathy Stewart * Dist. UMYF Pres. – Riley * Tom Davis * Dories Thompson Alef * Barbara Gafford * Walter Wynn * Ray Gafford
Lay Members Elected by the Charge Conference * Abbeville – James Herod * Hopewell-Indian Springs – Sandra * Ailesville – Gerald Campbell Fulghum Ashland – Larry Roberson * Ingomar-Mt. Zion – Louise Smith * Baldwyn: First-Asbury – Debbie Collier * Iuka: First – Herbert Thomas * Baldwyn: First-Asbury – Sharon Gardner * Iuka: North – Sydney Robinson Belmont – Brian Credille * Iuka: South – Ray South Biggersville-Shady Grove – Wesley Ross * Iuka: West – Robin Glover * Blue Mountain Amanda Johnson * Jumpertown – Tina Moore * Booneville: Christ-Lebanon – Betty Eaton Kossuth-Pleasant Hill – Stacy Suggs * Booneville: First – Tanya Finch * Liberty – Sheryl Downs * Booneville: Grace/Thrasher – Cindy * Lowry Circuit – Vivien Richardson Glazier * Mt Pleasant-Brownfield – Ann Carothers * Carolina-Pisgah – Betty Lauderdale * Myrtle-Ebenezer – Hugh Tate Corinth: Box Chapel – Patti Whitehurst * New Albany: Bethlehem – Steve Coleman Corinth: Christ – Peggy Treadway * New Albany: Calvary – Bob Conwill * Corinth: First – Lyle Dickerson * New Albany: First – Jean Dillard * Corinth: Gaines Chapel – Rachel Eaton * New Albany: First - Mary Tate Pannell * Corinth: Mt. Moriah – Amy Thomas New Albany: Glenfield – Dorothy * Crossroads – Kirby Keenum McMillen East Prentiss Parish – Rodney Taylor * New Albany: Mallalieu-St Mary – Mary Golden Chapel-Old Bethel – Jack Ivy Shackelford * Hickory Flat – Irene Tohill * Oxford: Burns-Hammit Hill – Kenneth The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009 93
Wortham Ripley: Adkins Chapel-Union Grove Oxford: Christ-Cambridge-Abbeville – Juanita Thomas – Felice Coles Ripley: First – Lou Miskelly * Oxford: Christ-Cambridge-Abbeville * Ripley: Moses Chapel – Mary Campbell – Mary Sloan * Ripley: St. Paul – Helen Dixon Oxford: East – Sammy Gossett * Salem-Friendship-Union Hill – Charles * Oxford: Oxford-University – John Webb Collier * Oxford: Oxford-University – Polly * Taylor – Jennifer Wilson Williams * Tippah Circuit – Rachel Michael * Oxford: St Andrews – James McCauley * Tishomingo South – Danny Brandon Pine Flat – Gloria Bishop Tishomingo Trinity – Bryan Southward Potts Camp – Candis Kirk * Wheeler-Meadow Creek – Betty Glover Rienzi – Brandon Derrick Seashore District Equalization Members * Dist Lay Leader – Mary * Mark Barfield * Clemon Jimerson Carter * Stephen Bishop * Floyd Mathis Dist UMM President * Connie Coulson * Barbara McCay – Robert Cole * Elizabeth Cumbest * Mark Peters Dist UMW President * Jesse Cumbest * Delmar Robinson – Linda Hyland * Larry Davis * Jimmy Rouse * Dist UMY President * LaSonya Debose * Janis Slade – Callie Stewart * George East * Wanda Smith * Dist Young Adult – Chris * Mary Foretich * Rebecca Stevens Dedeaux * Josh Gray * Susan Vuyovich * Dist Youth – Taylor Bishop * Rhett Hamiter * Bill Wilkerson * Anya Adams * Earline Hart * Dixie Wilkerson * Cleve Adams * Peggy Hubert
Lay Members Elected by the Charge Conference * Americus Parish: Pleasant Hill-Salem * Delisle: Mt. Zion – Ella Dedeaux – Barbara McArthur * Diamondhead – Jane Lee * Bay St. Louis: Main Street – Judy Mayer * Fayard Chapel – Rachel Milstead * Bay St. Louis:Valena C. Jones-Holmes Ch * Gateway – Evelyn Scruggs – Evelyn Wells * Gautier: First – Ken Taylor * Big Point-Rosedale – Frank Ely * Gulfport: Burton Memorial – Kay Gunter * Biloxi: Beauvoir – Anne Steinaway * Gulfport: First – Christy Moseley * Biloxi: First – Karen Arseneau * Gulfport: Handsboro – Wanda Hurlbert * Biloxi: Heritage – Virgil Yeager * Gulfport: Haven Chapel – Jeffery Isabell * Biloxi: Leggett Memorial – Pal Reeves * Gulfport: St. Mark-Riley Chapel – Lesley * Biloxi: St. Paul-Gulfport: Mt. Pleasant Barnes – Glenda Marshall * Gulfport: St. Mark-Riley Chapel – Teresa * Biloxi: St. Paul-Gulfport: Mt. Pleasant Gatpatan – Mildred Roy * Gulfport: Trinity – David Ishee Bolton Chapel – Ruby Anderson * Gulfport: Trinity – Bob Whitfield Bolton Chapel – Betty Clark * Hurley – Kenneth Smith * Bonnie Chapel – Paul Andresen * Leakesville – Alma Douglas * Byrd-Wesley – Chris Wise * Long Beach: First – Tommy Carroll * Caswell Springs – Jean Goff * Long Beach: First – Dick Lyon * Cedar Lake – Mike Scarborough * Lucedale Circuit – Margaret Love * Christ : Ramsay Memorial – Jerry Gardner * Lucedale: First – Larry Shirley * Christ : Ramsay Memorial – Bob Lytle Lucedale: Grace – Tom Brown Clermont Harbor – Waveland – Jeri * Mentorum – Cheryl Tootle McLendon * Midway – Don Harbison * Coalville – Bruce Bleil * Mississippi City – Sebourn Mathis 94 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
* Moss Point: Dantzler Memorial – Jackie * Picayune: First – Rosalyn Folks Spires * Picayune: Trinity – Susan Spiers * Moss Point: St. Paul – Vickie Williams Poplar Head-Saucier - Marilyn Jones * Nugent – Aimee McGehee * Poplar Head-Saucier – Memory Rouse * Ocean Springs: St. James - Willie Mae * Poplarville – Carol Williams Lewis * Red Hill – Jerry Harrington * Ocean Springs: St. Paul – Lisa Flottman * Roberts Chapel – Carolyn Herndon * Ocean Springs: St. Paul – Terry * Safe Harbor – Keith DeAngelo Fordemwalt * Shipman-Winborn Chapel – Margaret * Ocean Springs: St. Paul – Hal Galloway Mathis * Ocean Springs: St. Paul – Doug Somerville * St. Rock – Beth Weaver * Ocean Springs: Wesley – Dick Lidgard * Summerville-Davis Chapel - Annie Louise * Pascagoula: Eastlawn – Marge Carlow Mass Pascagoula: Faith – Carolyn Tyndall * Sweetwater – Shirley Fairley * Pascagoula: First – Dewey Lane Sweetwater – Mary Wallace * Pascagoula: First – Jack Womack * Tanners Chapel – Tonya Hembree * Pascagoula-Gautier – Robert Harry * Vancleave-Mt Pleasant – Robert Sharp * Pass Christian: First – Chip Cloutier * White Plains – Marge Jones * Pass Christian: St. Paul – Thomas Barnes Wiggins: Bond - Mary Alice Coker * Picayune Circuit – Teresa Barkum * Wiggins: First – Brenda Pickering * Picayune Circuit – Samantha Peters * Wiggins: H.A. Brown Memorial - Linda * Picayune Circuit - Laura Denise Pickett Williams Senatobia District Equalization Members * Diaconal Minister * David Beckley * Grady Marlow – Carolyn Tyson Hattie Bunch * Kathy Marlow * Diaconal Minister * Cheryl Denley * Tina Murchison – Rosemary Woodall * Les Dickens * Kelly Peel * Dist Lay Leader – Joy * Mike Dorr * Carla Proctor Mullen * Randi Elkins * Bill Scott * Dist Lay Speaker – Mike * Shantilya Hewlette * Tina Scott Ferguson * Altrezia Jackson * Sarah Thomas Dist UMM President * Catherine Jefferson * Betty Usry – Bill Sissell * Bud Jones * Neville Vanderburg * Dist UMW President Javario Jones * Linda Weatherly – Edna Cave Vikki Marion * Kinsey Wilhite
Lay Members Elected by the Charge Conference * Bakers Chapel – Clay Davis Fountainhead – Oneida Broadway Barton – Shirlie Pounders Free Springs – Max Billingsley * Batesville: First – John Mothershed * Getwell Road – Billy Proctor * Batesville: St. Paul – Sarah Chapman * Greenleaf-Palestine – Ray Weatherly * Byhalia – Carolyn Burrow * Hernando – Brian Risher * Charleston-Tippo – Louanne Cossar * Hernando – Curtis Usry * Clarksdale: First – Curt Presley * Hinds Chapel-Horn Lake – Linda Griffith * Clarksdale: Haven – Shirley Sadler * Holly Springs: Asbury – Phyllis Pearson * Clarksdale: St. Pauls - Dr Ann Webster Holly Springs: Asbury-St. Marys – Cecil Cockrum-Lewisburg – David Pierce Lester * Coffeeville – Joe Snider Holly Springs:Asbury-Taylors Ch – Hazel * Coldwater-Arkabutla - Mary Neely CarolynTindall * Holly Springs: First – Jane Hubbard * Como-Wesley Chapel – Darrel Brown * Independence-Hebron - Ruth Ann Kelly * Courtland - Marcie Keith Lifespring - Marian Williams Crenshaw – Leroy O Neal * Longtown-Pleasant Grove - RayUrban Eudora-Lake Cormorant – Barbara Norris * Love – Wanda Bursi The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009 95
Lula-Friars Point – Sonny Pharis Nunley * Marks-Lambert – Mary Mixon Robinsonville – Dot France * McDonalds – Jada Williams * Sardis-Davis Chapel – Reid Dorr * Mineral Wells – Sheila Sneed * Senatobia: First – Linda Hankins Mineral Wells – Dan Williams * Southaven: First – Sue Poff * Minor Memorial – Jerry McCarson * Trinity – Sarah Cotton * Mt. Pleasant – Kendell Harris * Trinity – Sheykelor Hewlette * Oakland – Pam Daves * Tunica: First – Blythe Whittington * Olive Branch: Maples Memorial – Judy Tutwiller Parish – Dorothy Bingham Goddard * Victoria-Red Banks – Muriel Vinson * Panola – Ben Benson * Water Valley: First-Bethlehem – Pam * Pleasant Hill – Margaret Crook Taylor Pope – Gary Martin Webb-Sumner - J. Morrow * Rice’s Chapel-Early Grove – Saundra Starkville District Equalization Members * Diaconal Minister – Betsy * Kevin Becnel * Lennie Patterson Hutchison * Megan Becnel * Dale Randle * Dist Lay Speaker – Larry * Lee Burdine * Jerry Redmond Rader * Ketrina Cannon * Sarah Sanders * Dist. Lay Leader – James * Thelma Geeter * Genesis Stallings Woodard * Lorraine Gladney * Laura Stokes * Dist. UMW President * Gail Griffith * Sylvia Sutphin – Gwendolyn Coffey * Beth Hartness * TJ Tate Dist. Young Person (age * Sara Hillman * George Verrall 18-30) – Hailey Peterson * Joshualyn Johnson * Carol Warren * Mary Ann Arnold * Maggie Little * Jamie Bailey * Bobby McWhirter
Lay Members Elected by the Charge Conference * Ackerman: First - Mary Grace Chambers * Eupora: Lebanon – Stephen Prewitt * Ackerman: Mt. Hermon – Chester Carter * Eupora: Liberty - Kase C. Pulliam * Artesia - Carolyn Allen * Kosciusko Circuit – Lavenia Miller Bellefontaine – Gwen Sisson * Kosciusko: First – David Casteel * Brooksville Circuit – Larry Tate * Kosciusko: Wesley – Charles Hull Brooksville-Crawford – Jewel Holcombe * Longview Circuit – Alberta Hendrix * Buffalo-Ethel – Thelma Winters * Longview-Adaton – Kay Verrall * Caledonia-Flint Hill - Lena Mae Duncan * Louisville South – James Boydstun * Cedar Bluff-Siloam – Helen Randle * Louisville West – Teresa Ingram Columbus Circuit – Elnora Floyd * Louisville: First – Larry Woodward * Columbus: Broadacres – Kathy Vance Louisville: Hopewell – Sheila Graham * Columbus: Central – Sherry Harmond Louisville: Piney Grove – Nellie Yates * Columbus: First – Hal Smith * Louisville: Wesley - Thad Thomas * Columbus: First – Si Thomas * Louisville: Whitehall – Ada Woodward * Columbus: First – Jay Wygul * Maben - Connie Fondren * Columbus: New Hope – Deborah Macon Circuit – Morgan Douglass Robertson * Macon: First – Judith Ewing * Columbus: St. James – Yolander Jones * Macon: St. Paul Circuit – Sarah Bankhead Columbus: St. Stephens – Charlotte Black Mathiston – Margaret Cordell * Columbus: Wesley – Max Collum * Mathiston – Jessie Frye * Columbus: Wesley – Carol Simmons McAdams – David Thornton * Crawford: Wrights Chapel – Catherine McCool – Ivey Burton Johnson * Nanih Waiya - Ed VanDevender * Ethel – Marie Tanner Noxapater – Harry Woodruff * Eupora: First - Mary Lynn McCully * Noxubee Circuit – Mary Bland 96 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
Palestine – Keith Thompson * Starkville: New Zion – George Tutton * Shaeffer’s Chapel – Daniel Talley * Starkville: Rockhill – Susie Dancy * Shuqualak – Linda Higginbotham * Sturgis: Boyd Chapel – Linda White Shuqualak: Asbury – Sonya Slaughter Sturgis-Big Creek – Diane Douglas * Starkville: Aldersgate – Barbara Crawford * Tibbee: Jones Chapel – Clarence Brooks * Starkville: First - John Robert Arnold * Webster Circuit – John Jones * Starkville: First – Larry Box * Weir Circuit - Lewis Wright * Starkville: First – Bob Smith Weir-Salem – Janet Alashti * Starkville: Griffin – Kathi Wilson * West Point: Christ – Richard Smith * Starkville: Lindsey Chapel/Plair – Sophia * West Point: First – Jimmy Donahoo Nickels * West Point: St. Paul – Shirley Floyd Starkville: Lindsey Chapel/Plair - Surina Perry Tupelo District Equalization Members * Dist Lay Leader – Jimmy * Dist Youth (Age 12-17) * Lindsey Leake Langley – Justin Owens * Minnie Leeper * Dist Lay Speaker – Debbie Bill Austin * Jason Martin Andrews * Mary Jane Carpenter * Steve McAlilly * Dist UMM President Alan Cates Willie Jim McClendon – Russ Wilson * Gloria Fitzpatrick * Sandra Peoples Dist UMW President Bill Gammill * Ellen Short – Cecelia Davis * Dianne Harris * Lydia Smith * Dist UMY President * Susanna Keen * Ken Smith – Kesha Buchanan * Hyland Keen * Janet Violette * Dist Young Adult * Johnnie Kelso * Gatha Wallace (Age 18-30) – Chara Gertrude Kimp Fitzpatrick * Karen Lampkin Lay Members Elected by the Charge Conference * Aberdeen: First – Jim Box * Houston: First – Jack Dendy * Aberdeen: St. Mark – Irma Stewart * Mantachie – Hal Kelso Aberdeen: St. Peter – Roger Cooperwood * Mooreville - Arthur Roy Reed * Aberdeen: St. Peter – Charlene Robinson * Nettleton: First-Shiloh – Brenda Adair Algoma – Linda Deaton * Nettleton: Palestine – Carol Pruitt * Amory: First – Mike Manning * Nettleton: Pleasant Grove – Ripple Foster * Amory: St. Andrews – Thomas Griffith New Chapel-Big Hill – Valda Shumpert * Amory: St. James – Patricia Rogers * New Hope Chickasaw – Tommie Gardner Amory: St. James – Sandra Smith Okolona: First – Betty King Becker-Greenbrier – Howard Moon Okolona: First – Charles King * Belden – Sandy Wilburn * Okolona: Mount Pisgah – Regina Pickens Bruce/Shady Grove – Jerry Bryant * Okolona: Mount Pisgah – Joyce Word * Bruce/Shady Grove – Royce Tidwell * Ozark - William Wilson * Calhoun City: Lewis Memorial – Bill * Plantersville – Bill Phipps Williams Pleasant Valley-Liberty – Mimi Blanchard * Carolina – Margaret Barnes * Pontotoc Parish – Dewayne Usher * Friendship-Harden’s Chapel – Carl * Pontotoc Parish – Roslyn Watson Summerford * Pontotoc Parish – Angela Vaughn * Fulton: First – Laura Homan * Pontotoc: Fairview/Robbs – Janis Crawford * Fulton: First – Kathie Jamieson * Pontotoc: First – Lynne Tallant * Greenwood Springs – Kathy Brackett * Prairie Mount – Tashunda Pruitt * Hamilton – Marty Perkins * Saltillo – David Harris * Houston North – Wanda Houston * Shannon – Tom West * Houston South – Ann Harrington Smithville – Dewey Hannon The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009 97
* Snowtown – Carolyn McGaughy * Tupelo: First – Buzzy Mize * Thaxton: Ecru – Michelle Montgomery * Tupelo: St. Luke – Ruben Hanson * Tranquil-Grady’s Chapel – Carey Upshaw * Tupelo: St. Mark – Wayne Beasley Tremont – Richard Frederick * Tupelo: St. Paul – Nettie Davis * Tremont – Glyn Robinson * Tupelo: The Orchard – Philip Howell Tupelo: Cornerstone – Lisa Murphree * Tupelo: The Orchard - Sallie Belle Howell * Tupelo: First – Beverly Clement * Tupelo: Wesley – Ray Wilkinson Tupelo: First – Diana Ezell * Vardaman – Carolyn Davis * Tupelo: First – Toby Hedges * Verona-Palmetto – Jean Harden West Jackson District Equalization Members * Diaconal Minister – Joy * Dist. Youth (age 12-17) * Richard Garley Carr – Stephanie Russum * Angela Griffin * Diaconal Minister Dist. Young Person (age * Michelle Henry – Kenneth Roberts 18-30) – Robyn Gordon * Earl Hill * CFA – Red Moffatt * Grayson Giles * Sarah Shaw * Dist. Lay Leader – Jim * Nancy Ballard Jennifer Tate Golden * Janice Baxton * Laura Tedder * Dist. UMM President * Tommy Burrell * Danny Thomas – Sam Price * Tony Carlisle * Rachel Townsend * Dist. UMW President * Henry Clay, III * Reece Vaughans – Dorothy Portis * Chet Dillard * Vickey Ward
Lay Members Elected by the Charge Conference Anguilla-Grace – Merlin Richardson * Jackson: Alta Woods – George Ball * Asbury-KIingsley Chapel – Gwenda * Jackson: Anderson – Donna McLaurin Kirkland * Jackson: Anderson – Janice Thompson- * Benton: Wesley Chapel – Alva Cobb Jones * Benton Circuit – Robbie Brown * Jackson: Briarwood – Tommy Dyson * Benton-Midway – Virginia Mathews * Jackson: Broadmeadow – Mary Beard Benton-Midway – Harris Swayze * Jackson: Central – Warren Cox * Bolton Memorial – Miller Dent * Jackson: Emmanuel – Brenda Thornburgh * Bolton Memorial – John Scarborough * Jackson: Epworth – Robert Ellington * Bovina-Edwards – Susan Bailey * Jackson: Forest Hill – Ed Harding Bradley Chapel – Earlene Alexander * Jackson: Galloway Memorial – Kay * Byran - New Covenant – Sherry Brinson Barksdale * Cary: Goodman Memorial – Melissa * Jackson: Galloway Memorial – Tom Crews Darden * Jackson: Galloway Memorial – Jay Shands * Clinton: First – Robert Pavy * Jackson: Harris Memorial – Bernice Smith * Clinton: First – Craig Prestwood Jackson: Leavell Woods – Jerald Beasley * Clinton: Lynch Chapel – Louise Kelley * Jackson: Pratt Memorial – Luther Bates * Clinton: Seven Springs – Deborah Bracey * Jackson: St. Luke – Babs Stauss * Clinton: St. Johns – Dan Denman Jackson: Van Winkle – Doris Kelly * Clinton: St. Paul-Blessed Trinity – Myram Jackson: Wells Memorial – Bob Kersh Cooper * Jackson: Wells Memorial – Melanie Clinton: St. Paul-Blessed Trinity – Hope Morrow Ladipo Louise-Silver City – Kathy Gilmer * Ellison-Pickens – Betty Moore * Madison: Parkway Hills – Benton Ballard * Fletchers Chapel-Bethany – Stuart * Madison: Parkway Hills – Connie McBride Campbell * Flora-Bentonia – Billy Keyes * Middlebrook – JD McAdory Holly Bluff – Eldon Screws * Mount Olivet-Satartia-Wesley Ch - John * Jackson: Aldersgate – Emma Brooks-Smith Showman Jackson: Alta Woods – Helen Artmann Pleasant Hill-Thornton – Erwin Baylot 98 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
* Port Gibson-Hermanville – Bobby Vicksburg: Gibson Memorial – Mary Greenlee Westbrook * Raymond-Learned – Fred Brooks * Vicksburg: Hawkins – Ann Perrier * Redbone – Mavis Wilson * Vicksburg: Porters Chapel – Buford Evans * Redwood-Eagle Lake – Linda Hanks Vicksburg: Wesley – Ann Stirgus * Rolling Fork – Billy Johnson Yazoo City: Clark – Beverly Thomas * Spring Ridge – Robert Oakes * Yazoo City: First – Rodney Henderson * Utica-Carpenter – Dale Yates * Yazoo City: St. John’s – Carolyn Butler * Vicksburg: Crawford Street – Faye * Yazoo City: St. Stephen’s – Mamie Wilkinson Williams The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009 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 mis- sion 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) — 2009
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 cen- tral values of the conference. These will be discerned through an ongoing process of listening ses- sions 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 com- mittees 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 pro- vide 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 com- munities. 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) — 2009 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, commis- sions, committees, or agencies shall be typewritten in triplicate, signed by the presenters, and pre- sented to the conference secretary and a copy mailed to the conference office for printing in the conference workbook addendum thirty (30) days prior to the opening session. These resolutions or petitions shall be referred to the conference Committee on Resolutions and Petitions for con- currence, 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 rational 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 consid- eration, 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 desig- nated representative for the person or organization that submitted the proposal, if one is present. 102 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
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, following 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 minis- ters, 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, commis- sions, 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 lay- person shall serve more than eight consecutive years on any quadrennial council, board, commis- The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009 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 mem- bers. C. Conflict of Interest: It is provided that members of committees are to avoid any conflict of inter- est 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 dis- bursements, 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 direc- tors or trustees shall be open to all members of The United Methodist Church within the confer- ence. 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 assis- tant 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 con- gregations 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) — 2009
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 quadren- nia. 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 institu- tion, 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 comple- tion 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) — 2009 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 some- times 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 respon- sible 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) — 2009 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 physi- cal, 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 harass- ment 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 miscon- duct. 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 allega- tions or incidents of misconduct. 2. To provide the complainant with a safe, non-threatening environment within the church fam- ily 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 dia- conal), 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) — 2009 107
b. offer resources and consultation to the accused professional, the complainant and/or the con- gregation 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 func- tion 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 deter- mine 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 allow- ances, but that these standards apply to most of the parsonages in the Mississippi Conference at the pres- ent - 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. 108 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
M. Storm windows (or insulated windows) and storm doors. 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. The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009 109
H. There should be an annual pest control inspection, and treatment if necessary. 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 parson- age 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) — 2009
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) — 2009 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 stan- dards.
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 112 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
with adequate training in the conference policies and procedures and competent oversight 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 con- sider 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 conclu- sion of each training prior to an event. The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009 113
3. Operational Procedures for Programs and Events All district and conference ministries with children/youth shall be governed by these guidelines: 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/super- vision. 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/super- 114 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
visor 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 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 initi- ated. 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 enforce- ment 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 12, 2009 Opening Service and Holy Communion Service Choir members of Galloway and Anderson United Methodist Church led in worship. Bishop Hope Morgan Ward and Timothy Crisler, Conference Lay leader, led in Communion Service. Bishop Ward and Tim Crisler talked of the 12 Gates to the City. Communion was served at stations throughout the worship area.
Morning Plenary Session Joe May welcomed everyone. We were led in singing “Are We Yet Alive” by Ken Roberts. The Singing Choir of the Mississippi Annual Conference gave a performance. Bishop Ward led us in prayer. She gave thanks to the superintendents of the conference. Rev. Puhr discussed the roll of the annual conference. It was approved. He also described the bar of the conference and it was also approved. The 22 tellers were approved by a hand vote, along with the secretarial staff and the tri-fold agenda. The secretarial staff is Larry White, Journal Editor, Jay Biedenharn, Assistant Secretary, and Rheanon Miller, Minutes Secretary. Wayne Webster gave a report from the Standing Rules Committee. The following changes were laid on the table for consideration: Page 25, Line 2, it was suggested that it read “The Annual Conference, for its own government, may adopt rules and regulations not in conflict with …, changing “processes” to “regulations”; Page 25, Line 4, change “2004” to “2008”; Page 26, Line 14, change “ministries” to “Connectional Leadership team”, reading, The Connectional Leadership Team of the Annual Conference …; Page 26, Line 27, to add after the word Discipline, for instance, the Tables, individually and/or collec- tively, will relate to the General Church Boards, Agencies, and Committees as our Connectional Church mandates and as we seek to be programmatically responsible.; page 26, line 28, to change quadrennial” to “quadrennium”; Page 30, Rule 11, Lines 23-30, to swap the order of items A and B. Bishop Ward gave thanks to Wayne Webster for the creativity and work on the stage. Timothy Crisler, lay leader, came forward on the nominations report. They were laid on the table for consideration on Sunday. Danny Rowland gave a report on CFA, located on Pages 81-90 of the Pre-Conference Workbook. He recognized Dorothy Ellis, Hayley Smith, Dee Harris and David Stotts. He also introduced six subcommittees that relate to the various areas of responsibilities. He states he is grateful for 411 that have given their 2009 apportionments systematically. There are 100 churches that have given over 33.3 percent of their apportionments. Dr. David Beckley came forward on Petitions and Resolutions, located in Section IV, Pages 69-70 of the Pre-Conference Workbook. Petitioner Number 1: Prayer, Number 2: Housing/Rental Allowance for Retired and Disabled Ministers, Number 3: Establish Food Pantry in local churches. Number 4: Salary of Staff, Number 5: Contribution for Camp Wesley Pines. These were laid on the table. Bishop Ward recognized Rev. Michael Nation of the Episcopal Church. He brought formal greet- ings from Mississippi Episcopalians and the Right Reverend Duncan Montgomery Gray, III. He men- tioned how we have witnessed significant development between Methodists and Anglicans around the world. He states that our connections are not just recent, but reach back to his own diocese in the very beginning. The American Episcopal Church was established apart from the Church of England in 1789. The first Episcopal priest known to have settled and ministered in Mississippi was the Rev. Adam Cloud in 1790. He was a former Methodist preacher and son of very devout Methodist parents. He mentioned that his diocese might have Methodist roots. 116 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
Ray Buchanan, President of Stop Hunger Now, mentioned that we have packaged over 65,000 meals for the hungry of the world. Matt Casteel, Mississippi Director of Stop Hunger Now, challenged us to package millions of meals. Wayne Webster broke the group into sessions. Worship Service The service opened with special music from the African Children’s Choir. A warm welcome was given by Bishop Ward and then Keith Tonkel led in a Responsive Reading. Testimonies were given about open door churches from Jennifer Parker, Carol and Ray McNutty, Connie Campbell and Renee Sappington. Chris Sartin sang special music, “Change is Gonna Come”. Brian Wilson from Houston, Texas sang special music, “All I Need Is A Touch From You”. Rudy Rasmus preached from John 5:1-9. he asked: Do you want to be made well? What are you waiting for? Are we teaching liberation, the empowering Word of God? We need a vision. He said, it is time we get to work were we are right now. He emphasized Jesus was present already. All you have to do is get in the pool. Brian Wilson sang, “You’re Already There” to close. Benediction was given by Bishop Ward.
Saturday, June 13, 2009 Worship Service The worship service was delivered by Bishop Ward. She referred to Genesis 18, the story of Sarah and Abraham entertaining three angels in the desert and one said that this time next year Sarah would have a son and Sarah laughed. Then Hebrews 13:1-2, she reminded us that we are to keep on loving each other as brothers and to not forget that we may be entertaining angels and not aware of it. We have all kinds of doors of which to enter through. Some of them are screen and some are solid, but they all represent different things and we may never be aware of who we are ministering unto. Morning Plenary Service A video was shown on Rethinking Church. Kaih Hitt from the missions table made a presentation. He stated that we need to rethink mission in a different way, that mission is not only about reaching the globe and going around the world with the gospel, but it’s also about going next door. He said that is where we need to take our mission focus. He stated that if you burn the church to the ground, the building, the Church will still stand because it’s about the people inside the Church, and that is the focus that we want to take as a mission’s committee. He recognized the mission team by asking them to stand. Rev. Puhr came forward and made a motion to adjust the agenda and it was confirmed by a hand vote. He explained the requirements and process for voting on the Constitutional Amendments. The ballots were handed out. Bishop Ward led us in prayer. Ken Roberts led us in singing several songs while the ballots were handed out. Bishop Ward gave thanks to Billy Owen for agreeing to serve as our Parliamentarian. Rev. Puhr introduced the first group of amendments, being Amendment Number 1 on Page 39 of the Pre-Conference Workbook. Ginger Holland gave a speech against the amendment, stating that this would open the door for many groups of people who have not received repentence, and for many things that would be hurtful to us as a church. Jackie Pennington gave a speech for the amendment, stating that membership in a Church should be open to all of God’s children and it’s not our place to make that judgment when someone is ready to join a church. Turner Arant gave a speech against the amendment, stating that the Pastor should be able to determine when someone is ready for membership. Edna Kay gave a speech for the amendment, stating that she has found that this Church has talked about inclu- siveness, but she sees signs of racism and being selective in who one associates with. She said the doors of the United Methodist Church need to be open to everyone. Steven Powell gave a speech against the amendment, stating that would God tolerate this in heaven. Sherry Brenson gave a speech for the amendment, stating we should not try to legislate the Holy Spirit’s moving in someone else’s life. Walter Goldsmith gave a speech against the amendment, stating that it would be detrimental to the life of the The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009 117
Church. Leon Cooper gave a speech for the amendment, stating that we are all one in Christ Jesus. The call of the question was supported by a hand vote. It was then voted on. Rev. Puhr introduced the second group of amendments being Amendment Number 19 on Page 47 of the Pre-Conference Workbook. It was opened for discussion. George Buell gave a speech for the amend- ment, stating that it expands the representation of the number of small churches throughout our Annual Conference. There was no further discussion regarding the amendment. It was then voted on. Rev. Puhr introduced the third group of amendments being with Amendment Number 4 on Page 40 of the Pre-Conference Workbook. Bill Smallwood gave a speech against the amendment, stating that it would allow regional conferences in the United States. There was no further discussion regarding the amendment. It was then voted on. Rev. Puhr introduced Amendment Number 10, on Page 42 of the Pre-Conference Workbook. There was no discussion on this amendment. It was voted on. Rev. Puhr introduced Amendment Number 23, on Page 40 of the Pre-Conference Workbook. Bill Smallwood gave a speech against the Amendment, stating that it’s adding another layer of bureaucracy. Jackie Pennington gave a speech for the Amendment, stating that this is just a name change with the possibility for a change later on. Joe Reynolds gave a speech against the Amendment, stating that for that very reason as stated by Ms. Pennington, that he is against it. It was then voted on. Rev. Puhr introduced Amendment Number 26, on Page 50 of the Pre-Conference Workbook. John Garrett gave a speech against the Amendment, stating that we do not need to be separating ourselves from our African brothers and sisters. The world is getting smaller. There was no further discussion. It was then voted on. Rev. Puhr introduced Group Number 4 of amendments. He also mentioned that this group of amendments was different from the other groups. They had more of a substantive change to them. This group of amendments represents simply a name change from central to regional conferences. Amendment Number 3, on Page 39 of the Pre-Conference Workbook, and Amendment Number 5, on Page 40 of the Pre-Conference Workbook, were introduced. There was no discussion on these two and they were voted on. Amendment Number 7, on Page 41, was introduced and there was a speech for the Amendment by Heather Hensarling. She stated that a vote for this next group of amendments is a positive vote for the central conferences because they are growing. By voting against it we’re suggesting that we’re going to keep you under our wing because we know what you need better than you do. Tim Prather gave a speech against the amendment, stating that hearing Father Nation gave him a little anxiety and caused him to think about what our brothers and sisters are going through in the Episcopal Church and that this will separate our voices from Africa and Asia, going down a similar road that the Episcopal Church has gone down. There was no more discussion and it was voted on. Amendment Numbers 11, 12, 13, on Page 43 of the Pre-Conference Workbook, were introduced individually, with no discussion. They were each voted on. Amendment Number 14, on Page 44 of the Pre-Conference Workbook, was introduced, with no discussion, and voted on. Amendment 16, on Page 45 of the Pre-Conference Workbook, was introduced, with no discussion, and voted on. Amendment Number 18, on Page 46, was introduced, with no discussion, and voted on. Amendment Number 20, on Page 47 of the Pre-Conference Workbook, was introduced, with no discussion, and voted on. Amendment Number 21, on Page 48 of the Pre-Conference Workbook, was introduced, with no discussion, and voted on. Amendment Number 24, on Page 49, was introduced. Walley Casen gave a speech against all of this group of amendments, stating that they are segregationist in nature. He said they separate us rather than keeping us united. There was no more discussion. It was then voted on. Amendment Number 25, on Page 49 of the Pre-Conference Workbook, was introduced, with no discussion, and voted on. Amendment Number 27, on Page 50 of the Pre-Conference Workbook, was introduced. Having no discussion, it was then voted on. Amendment Numbers 28 and 29, on Page 51, were introduced individually. Having no discussion on either of them, they were voted on. Amendment Numbers 30, 31 and 32, all located on Page 52, were introduced individually. Having no discussion, they were all voted on. Group Number 5 of Amendments were introduced, beginning with Amendment Number 2, on Page 39 of the Pre-Conference Workbook. David Stotts gave a speech against the amendment, stating that this amendment is a very good amendment, but it carries items we will not be able to do properly. It needs to come back for the Trustees and CFA. Amendment Number 6, on Page 40 of the Pre-Conference Workbook, was introduced. Having no discussion, it was voted on. Amendment Number 8, on Page 42 of the Pre-Conference Workbook, was introduced. Having no discussion, it was voted on. Amendment 118 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
Number 9, on Page 42, was introduced. George Buell gave a speech for the amendment, stating it has the opportunity to increase the representation at general conference of our central conference members. Dennis Fink gave a speech against the amendment, stating that a conference that is smaller would always have one tenth of the entire world vote. There was no further discussion, therefore it was voted on. Amendment Number 15, on Page 45 of the Pre-Conference Workbook, was introduced. Don Bishop gave a speech against the amendment, stating that he failed to understand reducing the length of time a person has to be a member before he/she might become a part of the ruling body of the annual conference. There was no further discussion, therefore it was voted on. Amendment Number 17, on Page 46 of the Pre-Conference Workbook, was introduced. Having no discussion, it was voted on. Amendment Number 22, on Page 48 of the Pre-Conference Workbook, was introduced. Having no discussion, it was voted on. Ken Roberts led us in singing “Freely, Freely” while ballots were collected. Bishop Ward introduced Adam Neal from The Advance. He explained that all the offering you put in the offering plate every week, a little portion of that goes to help do things like missions and proj- ects around the world. He went on to say that that percentage doesn’t do everything and that’s where the Advance comes in. He mentioned, among other things, that missionaries in Laos over the last six years started 70 churches in that Country and that last year we supported these types of activities with $230,000 in givings. That’s above and beyond apportionment givings. He challenged us to do more in 2009. He stated that we have missionaries waiting to be sent around the world, but we just don’t have the monies to send them. Joe Moorman brought greetings from the Committee on Episcopacy. He recognized Howard Boone, who served as chair of this committee for the past quadrennial. The list of members are as follows: Joe May, Turner Arant, Phyllis Anderson, Polly Bailey, Jimmy Barnes, Tim Crisler, Cynthia Cross, Rod Dickson-Rishel, Claire Dobbs, Tom Hughes, Jim Ormond, Darrell Sanderson, Addision Shock, George Washington and Diane Woodall. He stated the function of the committee is to support, counsel, advise and to make recommendations to the Jurisdictional Conference as to the needs of our conference in terms of Episcopal leadership. He mentioned that Bishop Ward and Dr. Ward were returned to us for a second four-year term. He thanked them for their commitment to the United Methodist Church and to the people of Mississippi. He asked the conference to join him in an official return greeting to Bishop Ward and Dr. Michael Ward. Everyone gave a standing ovation. Bishop Ward gave thanks for our love, support and prayers. Bill McAlilly came forward on Recovery. He mentioned that on August 30th, the Moore Community House will celebrate the rededication of their facility that was completely destroyed by the storm. He gave an invitation to everyone. He announced that on September 21, 22 and 23, they are hav- ing a work team on the coast to rebuild homes and invited people to attend and help. Robert Sharp mentioned that Katrina caused a few good things. One, is that the mission outpour- ing increased 35 percent in teams that have gone out in the mission field. They are still getting over 300 calls a month requesting assistance from Katrina damage. The Aumsville (phonetic) Community has sent through the Methodist connection over 158,000 volunteers. That has allowed a cost savings of over $100 million in labor cost. The 93 homes that we have built has put us in the top 10 of the Homebuilder’s Association in the state of Mississippi. Margo Jacobs came forward to share with us Nothing But Nets. Nothing But Nets is focused on eliminating Malaria in Sierra Leone. EMCOR has issued a challenge grant that will match the first $200,000 raised in this effort up to June. After June, we extend efforts outside of Sierra Leone, across Africa. A brief video was shown. Bishop Ward invited us to donate to Nothing But Nets. An offering was taken up. For every $10 donated a child will sleep safely. Bishop Ward thanked C.J. Caufield for all of the work that he has done for us. C.J. Caufield and Wayne Napier from Mississippi Disaster Response came forward. C.J. Caufield highlighted on several things that have been accomplished over the past couple of years: Established a new conference emergency preparedness offering, established four nationally certified early response team trainers, procured some donated warehouse space in Greenville, established an annual relief kit drive, Flood Bucket collection, two disaster relief academies and one jurisdictional academy, eight local train- ing sessions, procured a warehouse database that was donated to us, and accumulated donated materials estimated at about $300,000. The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009 119
Wayne Napier thanked everyone for this opportunity to help in this work. He mentioned that God didn’t send his Son into the World, but that the World through Him might have life. He also sent his Son to teach us by example. He stated that disaster is a horrible thing but that He gave us the opportunity to go bring life to a disaster. A brief video was shown. Rev. Puhr stated that the Society of Saint Andrews potato drop is going on today and volunteers are still needed. He also reported that we packaged 91,000 meals to this point. He asked if the body would adjust the agenda to move to Petitions and Resolutions. It was approved by a hand vote. David Beckley came forward on Petitions and Resolutions. Resolution Number 1 was recommended concurrent. There was no discussion. It was approved by a hand vote. Resolution Number 2 was recom- mended concurrent. There was no discussion. It was approved by a hand vote. Resolution Number 3 was recommended referral to CFA for further deliberation. Mark Weaver stated that this has come before this body for many years. He asked if a mandate could be attached so that an action will be taken. Bill Scott offered a substitute motion that this body concur in this resolution for referral to CFA for budget- ary items so that they can report back to us at the next annual conference what the budget will be. The substitution was approved by hand vote. The referral with the substitution was approved by a hand vote. Resolution Number 4 was recommended concurrent. Don Bishop made a point of clarification. It was approved by a hand vote. Resolution Number 5 was recommended concurrence. There was no discus- sion. It was approved by a hand vote. A brief recess was taken. Worship Service Retirement Celebration The opening hymn was “Oh’ For a Thousand Tongues”, led by Ken Roberts. Bishop Ward gave greetings to everyone and led us in the responsive reading. The Scripture reading was Ephesians 4:1-7, 11-13. The following retirees were recognized: W.C. Alexander (Marie), Milton Boyd (Mary), Willis Britt (Brenda), Leon Collier (Yolanda), Millsaps Dye (Elaine), Joe Felder, Carl Grubbs (Diane), David Harrison (Karen Lea), Cora Ingram (Steven), Jerry Kelly (Eunice), Steve McDonald (Clarisse), Noah Moore (Delilah), Marilyn Perrine (Kenneth), Cleavern Robertson (Brenda), Don Sampley (Mary Ethel), Pat Schott, Barry Skelton (Pat), Steve Tillman (Marion), John Wood (Gail), J.D. Tillman, and Rosemary Woodall (Edward). The passing of the Torch was done by Rev. Dr. Carl Grubbs, representing the retiring class, and Rev. Susannah Grubbs Carr, representing the class of ordainees. Lunch break at 12:30 p.m. Service of Remembrance The service opened with Rev. Connie Shelton leading the processional hymn, “For All the Saints”. Rev. Billy Owens led in greeting and open prayer. The Old Testament reading by Rev. Marjorie Walker was Psalms 121. Mr. Justin Owen presented special music, “The Lord is My Light”. The New Testament reading by Rev. Dixie Holder-Cummings was from Matthew 5:1-16. Rev. Mattie Gipson delivered the message on “I Believe I Can Fly”. She said, God watches over us as we walk through the many different doors of life. All pastors and their families have walked through doors not knowing what was on the other side. We have to believe in God to walk through the unknown doors. When we cross over to the other shore, we know we will be with God. So we are encourages to hold on, for someday I’ll fly away. She said, I believe I can fly, I believe I can soar, see me running through that open door. I believe I can fly. Candles were lit as the deceased’s names were called and the bell tolled for clergy, spouses of clergy and laity. A break was taken at 2:45 p.m. The Galloway Notables sang during the break. Kathy Larson gave an update on the damage done by a tornado in northwest Mississippi. She reported that one church, one parsonage, several homes throughout Olive Branch, and the middle school 120 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009 were damaged, but by God’s grace people were everywhere helping. She said there was no loss of life at this time. Jerry Beam led us in an opening prayer. Roger Puhr gave the results on the amendments. Amendment 1: 303 yes, 784 no. Amendment 2: 618 yes, 463 no. Amendment 3: 261 yes, 833 no. Amendment 4: 151 yes, 938 no. Amendment 5: 280 yes, 814 no. Amendment 6: 299 yes, 800 no. Amendment 7: 253 yes, 841 no. Amendment 8: 824 yes, 272 no. Amendment 9: 868 yes, 220 no. Amendment 10: 226 yes, 866 no. Amendment 11: 265 yes, 823 no. Amendment 12: 269 yes, 824 no. Amendment 13: 255 yes, 834 no. Amendment 14: 280 yes, 809 no. Amendment 15: 312 yes, 770 no. Amendment 16: 278 yes, 813 no. Amendment 17: 492 yes, 598 no. Amendment 18: 269 yes, 821 no. Amendment 19: 975 yes, 111 no. Amendment 20: 275 yes, 818 no. Amendment 21: 287yes, 805 no. Amendment 22: 889 yes, 204 no. Amendment 23: 163 yes, 928 no. Amendment 24: 214 yes, 877 no. Amendment 25: 253 yes, 840 no. Amendment 26: 154 yes, 941 no. Amendment 27: 265 yes, 829 no. Amendment 28: 264 yes, 834 no. Amendment 29: 263 yes, 831 no. Amendment 30: 261 yes, 836 no. Amendment 31: 260 yes, 835 no. Amendment 21: 269 yes, 828 no. We were led in prayer by Bishop Ward. Matt Casteel stated that it was another great day. We met our meal goal about two and a half hours early. Yesterday we were at 71,000 and today about 54,000. The final count was 125,340. These meals will be distributed by Mission of Hope in Haiti. They feed 16,000 kids in 27 different schools. He thanked everyone for filling the bags, their stomachs and the meal goal. Bishop Ward gave the report on Nothing But Nets. We collected $7,700 plus. Eddie Rester from the Stewardship table came forward. A brief video was played on what Stewardship means. He asked the questions: How do we faithfully use what God has given us to impact the lives of the most people? He said we have to have a vision that guides us. The task of the stewardship table is to identify resources and analyze current uses in order to align them to our goal of reaching more people, younger people and more diverse people. There are three main areas that the table tries to impact. The first is to connect and to have conversations. The second is partnerships. The final area is to tell the story about how the use of resources are impacting lives. Bishop Ward invited the Director of Gulf Side Assembly, Molly Steward, and greeted her. The cross on the stage was created out items that were broken by Hurricane Katrina. Molly Stewart gave greetings to everyone. She mentioned the various things they were trying to do. They are building houses on their land. They are still housing the MS Conference UMCR group and the care group. She listed some of the board members. She gave appreciation for all that everyone has done. A video was played. Ed Jones from the Board of Pensions came forward and recognized members of the board. The report is located on Page 60 in the Pre-Conference Workbook. He stated that the Board of Pensions strongly recommends that Plan C is adopted. He showed the collections of direct bill for this year on the screen. He also showed the screen the apportionment payment rate going back to 2004. Rev. Tim Prather came forward on the 3 “L” Academy. They academy is presenting a two-day educational event where clergy will be assisted in learning valuable skills that will help them stay true to their DNA. The 3 ”L” Academy is Learning, Living and Leading. There will be three tracks available. Track 1 is those new to ministry. Track 2 is for those reaching middle age in their ministry. Track 3 is for those nearing retirement. He quoted John Wesley, “Earn all you can, Save all you can and Give all you can”. David Stotts shared information in Report Number 3 and the impact of the current economic situa- tion. He stated that there has been a decrease in retirement 20 to 25 percent. The economy does affect us. He showed a slide show. The Pre 82 plan is also affected. The 2009 payment will be $404,207, and the 2010 payment will be $355,000. The projected payment will go to $2,133,000. He explained fund- ing Report Number 3. In 1/1/08 we were underfunded $4,000,000. The general board of pensions has $3,000,000 to apply to that. He said there was 5.1 million in the foundation and bank account, so don’t be afraid of upcoming payments. He stated that we will be okay until 2014 to fund the Pre 82 plan. He stated that prior to the downturn we were funded at 120 percent level. As of January we were under- funded, at 93 percent. This could require a payment of that $597,000 in 2011. The CRSP plan is also affected by this downturn in the economy before the downturn it was funded at 90 percent. After the downturn on January it was funded at 79 percent. There will be a payment adjustment in 2011 because The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009 121 of the downturn. He ended with let’s continue to work down the road, do what’s right, do our ministry, make disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world and the finances will be transformed at the same time. Pension Report Number 1 was approved by a hand vote. Joy Carr with Educational Opportunities came forward to offer an opportunity to travel in the sum- mer of 2010 with a trip to Oberammergau, a nine day European adventure that will include the world famous Passion Play at Oberammergau, Germany. Over 370 years ago that area of the world had the Black Plague. They made a pledge that once the plague left their village that they would reenact the Passion of Jesus Christ. They reenact it every decade. Trey Harper with the Board of Medical Benefits presented a slide show. Latoya Redd came forward to present two action items located on Page 66 of the Pre-Conference Workbook. There was no discussion on Item 1 and 2. They were approved by a hand vote. Item Number 3 was presented. It recommended an overall maximum rate increase of 10 percent to cover approximately 1/3 of the cost of the plan. With no discussion, it was approved by a hand vote. Embra Jackson gave a Wellness update. He stated that this morning at approximately 6:30 a.m. there were 80 persons who gathered for the annual Fun Run. Bishop Ward, Jerry Beam, Steve Casteel were all given a trophy for the Fun Run. A DVD was played on healthy living. Lee Burdine with Amazing Pace came forward. He stated that we are on track with over 400,000 miles that have been reported and validated. That’s over 70,000 more than last year. Willis Britt and Carl Grubbs, the two district superintendants, were presented with golden pedometers. He thanked the leadership of the Medical Board and Pension Board for taking on this huge problem and finding solutions that are very actively working in this group. He mentioned that this is a mission, which we want to work in partnership with other areas and wellness programs. The 50 top walkers were recognized on the screen. Gary Gunderson with Methodist Healthcare came forward. He mentioned that 100 years ago formed a committee charged with seeing whether or not it was a good idea to create a Methodist Hospital. It turned out to be a very large hospital in Memphis. He stated that we provided through Methodist Healthcare 359,124 days of care to people of all around the midsouth region. We watched the birth of over 5,725 babies. We were there in 50,457 opportunities to provide care in people’s homes and we were there to 254,281 times to provide compassion in an emergency room. Next June we will open a brand new hospital that will provide a more expansive range of care for kids in the midsouth. He stated that health does not come from a physician or a hospital; it comes out of the expressed love of God. Neville Vanderburg with the Parish and Community Ministries came forward. He gave a report that the decision made last year to move to the leadership table model was brilliant. He introduced the committee chairs, Rev. Andy Stoddard, Rev. Lauren Porter, and Rev. Dr. Denise Donnell. A video was played on why we should rethink church. Embra Jackson announced the new church starts. Two are in the Sanatobia district and one at Ramsey, at the Seashore district. Ramsey is starting a new church within a church. Bishop Ward honored individuals who were 90 years of age or above. Darian Duckworth and Russell Casteel came forward on the Task Force on Calling. She stated that as diversed as we are that we come together around one purpose and that is the word “calling”. It is not only hearing God’s call, but answering God’s call and how that call can be responded to. Russell Casteel engaged us in an exercise. Lydia Smith came forward from the Young People’s Table. She recognized the chair members of the table: Haley Peterson, Josh Grey, David Carol and Ann Kaufman. She asked the young people who volunteered to help come forward. A slide show was presented. Bishop Ward adjourned us. A dinner break was taken. Worship Service The DECTA State Wesley Foundation Praise and Praise Revelation performed a dance number to lead us into worship. Haley Peterson, President of CCYM, gave an opening prayer and led us in the Lord’s Prayer. Music throughout the service was provided by the Christ UMC Junior High Band. Josh Gray, President of MUMSM, introduced Chris Lahr as the preacher for the service. Chris offered his testimony 122 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009 and explained the significance of the Lazarus story in his calling. He challenged the MS Conference to identify the Lazarus who sits crying at our front gate. He encourages us not to go to church but to be the church. The service concluded with Lydia Smith of the Young Peoples’ Table offering an invitation to new ministry as the conference mission offering was collected.
Sunday, June 14, 2009 Bible study began at 8:30 a.m. “Surely the Presence” was led by Ken Roberts. Bishop Ward’s message was from Genesis 8:10. Ken Roberts then led us in singing “Nearer to Thee”.
Plenary Session A video was played on the Black College Fund. Bob Fritchey from the Society of St. Andrews came forward and gave thanks to everyone that has supported our efforts. He mentioned that our neighbors in Mississippi suffer all the time from not having enough to eat. He stated that since he has been here we have provided almost 10 million pounds of food to hungry people and with our support his happens. He asked us to continue to support them. Victoria Tandy and Mike Hicks with Ministry with Returning Troops came forward. A brief video was played. Mike Hicks spoke of trauma and healing, to prepare churches to receive military personnel. Victoria Tandy asked what can we do as a church? She spoke about being able to adopt a solider or an entire military unit, provide a safe place for military families to meet together, be good listeners, hold special services for military personnel when they deploy, and return and holidays among several other things. Maxine Bolden with the Reconciliation Table came forward. She recognized the members of the table. She stated that as Christians we declare and affirm that in God, in Christ Jesus, we have a work of reconciling to God, self and to one another. Therefore we are invited to the same ministry of reconcilia- tion. It is a ministry of courage, humility, repentance, bravery and the presence of Christ in us. She did a brief skit. She stated that reconciliation is making all things right. Wayne Webster with Standing Rules came forward on the changes. They were laid before the table on Friday. There was no discussion. They were approved by a hand vote. Jim Fisher with Equitable Compensation came forward with a report located in the Pre-Conference Workbook on Pages 74-77. There was no discussion. It was approved by a hand vote. Scott Larson, Board of Ordained Ministry, came forward. He spoke of the purpose of Ordained Ministry. He listed several things, such that it is to open the door for the children of God, help walk individuals through this door and provide oversight for training and continuing education, among other things. He states that the aim of our charge is Love. He also states that there is nothing better in this life than to be used by God, that it’s amazing. Chris Young recognized those who had completed the course of study. Jim Beam-Ingram gave out the certificates as their names were called. The following completed the course of study: Elvina Thomas Barnes, Curtis Lee Bray, Charles Joseph Bursi, Jr., Shirley Chambers, Mack A. Chambers, Frank Joseph Davis, Diana Maureen Baker Deaton, Larry E. Dollar, Michael Dale Dubose, Jerry Louis Hinton, Rickey Ellis Lawson, Sr., Eddie Eugene Ward, Stirman L. Williamson, Earl Jack Wooten, III. Scott Larson recognized those who had 50 years of service. They are as follows: Charles Henry Burton, Thomas Franklin Cupit, Jimmy Bay Elam, Joseph Harold Headrick, Ralph Edwin King, Jr., Charles Warren Nicholson, Sr., Maston Levi Preqitt, Bryan T. Scarbrough, Dennie Keith Tonkel, James Leggett Waits and James Rayford Woodrick, Sr. Joe Landrum and Richard Robbins came forward in response to the referred resolution from last year. It’s on destructive behavior. They discussed the work they have done on it in the last year. Laura Tedder gave a comment on the referral, stating that if all you have is a disciplinary process, once you get to the disciplinary process, it doesn’t stop and you lose people. Lisa Garvin and Susan Weill were recognized for their work. A brief recess was taken. The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009 123
Worship Service The service was led by Rev. Connie Shelton as worship leader and Conference Lay Leaders, Mr. Tim Crisler and Bishop Ward. The theme of the service was the Liturgical Year. There are 10,000 doors open for us to enter. We are called to be the light for Christ as we go through all the different doors that are out there for us to enter to be a witness for Christ. A brief recess was taken. Bishop Ward mentioned several prayer requests. We paused for a moment for these requests. Phillip Heidelberg led us in prayer. Bishop Ward gave thanks to Galloway Church and Clifford Amons, Conference Chancellor. Steve McAlilly with the Spiritual Leadership Conference came forward. He mentioned that the table has been building a bridge as we walk on it, trying to understand our tasks and where we’re going. He gave thanks to various people in Spiritual Leadership. He states that he’s reminded of the travelers who followed the star and found Christ. He feels like that’s where the table is. We have a general idea where God is calling us go and if we remain faithful and trust God we will find Christ. Danny Rowland with Finance and Administration came forward on the CFA report, located on Pages 81-90 of the Pre-Conference Workbook. It was presented Friday afternoon. Brian Collier gave a discussion for the referral. He stated that with Report Number 1, in talking with New Church representa- tives, they have not seen these procedures. He feels like they should have input with CFA about what procedures would be appropriate for new church starts. He moved to refer this portion of the report to New Church Development and CFA for review and streaming of procedures without compromising appropri- ate accountability. Sally Bevill made a motion for referral. She stated that this does not fit and if this is put on them it will be much more of a burden. She said it needs to be tabled. Vickie Tandy stated that this was something that she asked for and it is helping them so much. The motion to refer was passed by a hand vote. Fred Gerber mentioned that Bullets Number 2 and Number 3 be removed from this report. He stated that they will cut the apportioned items to those listed that we’ve begun this year. Andy Stoddard spoke against the removal, saying that if we start undoing these things we’re going to find ourselves in a financial mess that simply cannot be controlled. Leslie Cameron gave a discussion for the removal. He stated this is where the rubber hits the road for us. These institutions are not the place to cut and that we need to look elsewhere. Allen Dearing gave a discussion against the removal, stating that in order to start new projects these other institutions need to stand on their own feet. Diana Harns gave a discussion for the removal, stating that we need stronger boards doing lots of work outside the meetings for our institutions to be strong. She further said that this is not all about money. It’s about heart, souls and hands working to make our institutions better. Fred Gerber mentions that it’s like we’re bundling and putting a price on our children. Mike Childs gave a discussion against the removal, stating the rubber hits the road in the local church. He said a five percent increase in our budget will cut missions far more than this cut is talking about. David Carroll gave a discussion for the removal, stating that without the removal it will affect Rust College and that will harm future ministers. Eddie Rester gave a discussion against the removal, stating that we cannot continue to add. The question was called. The motion was defeated by a hand vote. Report Number 1 was approved by a hand vote. Report Number 2, located on Page 91 of the Pre-Conference Workbook, was presented. Gilbert White made a motion to delete direct billing and go back to the way it used to be. Mike Hicks gave a discussion against the motion, stating that this will hurt some churches and aid other churches. He also stated that the pensions have to be paid one way or the other. Dewayne Whitehurst gave a discussion for the motion, stating that the churches that I pastor may say I cannot afford an elder anymore; it would better for us to get a part-time local pastor. He stated that we close missions when we close a smaller church. Mitchell McDonald gave a discussion against the motion, stating that this will allow us to bring things in and make them better in alignment, so that we will be able to meet our obligations. Mike Childs gave a discussion for the motion, stating that direct billing is going to hurt apportionments and income to the conference. Warren Black gave a discussion against the motion, stating that we started on a path and we haven’t been there long enough to see how it’s going to work. We need a chance to test it before we do away with it. The motion was defeated by a standing vote. Dennis Fink asked why the jump? David Stotts explained that it was like pulling a bandaid off very slowly and it made it equally fair across the board to go ahead and 124 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009 do this to see how it works. Harold Robinson made a motion to continue with A in place of C. He states that six months is not enough time to see the benefits of this. Tim Prather gave a discussion against the motion, stating the best way to move forward is with B and C at one time. Tom Bishop gave a discussion for the motion, stating that we need to give it a fair chance and move by increments into this. Andy Ray gave a discussion against the motion, stating that we are at a point where we have drawn down reserves. There is a sense of urgency about this. James Hull gave a discussion for the motion, stating that we are one body with many parts. I am hearing today you tell the small churches that their part sits in the corner. He mentioned that some churches are situated in better economic areas than others. Ed Jones gave a discussion against the motion stating that the smallest churches are the ones that are going to benefit the most. We’re trying to reinforce the smaller churches. The motion was defeated by a teller count: For 373, Against 403. George Buell made a motion for Plan B. Sally Bevill made a motion that one minute be allowed at the microphone. It was passed by a hand vote. Ellen Short gave a discussion, stating she is for the total plan. She said we are really talking about paying our bills and everyone should want to pay their bills. Ginger Holland gave a discussion for the motion, stating she had no debt and serves two churches that would pay every penny if they could. They pick up children whose parents are not in church. Wayne Napier gave a discussion against the motion, stating these are our bills, that General Conference didn’t give us these bills. We chose them, they are ours, these are our churches. We elected CFA to tell us how to do this. This is their best idea. The dollars have to come from somewhere. The motion was defeated by a teller count: For 381, Against 398. Report Number 2 was approved by a standing vote. Report Number 3, located on Page 92 of the Pre-Conference Workbook was presented. Sally Bevill gave a discussion, stating they raised over $250,000 in grants and special givings. There is no budget or committee with a focus on Hispanic Latino ministry. Steve Casteel stated that we do have a Hispanic place at the missions table. Beginning at the end of this summer, anyone can have access to the grant pool and write a grant. There will be a grant application process this summer. Brian Collier stated that he doesn’t know how we’re going to plan a budget of 20 million dollars when we know we’re only going to make 15 or 16 million. Connie Colsen made a comment to listen to our clergy, go back to your churches and plead their case. If we don’t come up to the bar, our church is going down the tubes. We have got to make our churches pay. The question was called and supported. Report Number 3 was approved by a hand vote. A lunch break was taken. Bishop Ward led us in prayer. Jerry Beam came forward and presented the Property Resolutions. They were all listed on a yellow handout in the folder. He listed churches that were discontinued. They are as follows: Emory UMC, Epworth UMC, Foster’s Chapel UMC, Friendship UMC, Liberty UMC, McCarley UMC, McDonald UMC, New Point UMC, Rhodes Chapel UMC, Swifton UMC and St. Andrews UMC. Items Number I and II of the Report were approved by a hand vote. Bishop Ward led us in prayer. Jerry Beam continued with Item Number III of the Report. It was approved by a hand vote. Steve Casteel came forward on the list of trustees. The report of nominations was approved. Rev. Larry White came forward for the Journal Committee, stating that all the minutes are in order and recorded. He asked if we could have the opportunity to change those for corrections and name changes. The report was accepted by a hand vote. Rev. Roger Puhr came forward, stating that the secretarial staff has all the information they need to answer all of the minute questions, with the exception of the last one, where shall the 2010 Conference be? Wayne Webster stated the possibility of coming back to this facility. There was no discussion. The location was approved by a hand vote. Bishop Ward asked the superintendants to stand with her on the stage as she prayed for the appoint- ments of our clergy for the next conference year. Bishop Ward led us in prayer. Conference adjourned sine die. The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009 125
Worship Service The service for the Ordaining of Ministry began with a full procession of the clergy of the MS Conference. Bishop Ward introduced Bishop Clay Lee and Bishop Carolyn Tyler Guidry, Presiding Prelate, Eighth Episcopal District, Louisiana and Mississippi African Methodist Episcopal Church as service participants. Maurice Smith read Colossians 3:12-17, 4:2-3. Bishop Ward’s sermon was entitled “Alert to Opportunity in the World Around Us”. She told us to be alert to the opportunity of service, to be alert about our own spiritual lives. She encouraged all clergy to be alert to the mystery that we serve. Following the sermon an offering for the Ministerial Education Fund was collected. The candidates were examined, each of them were deemed ready for their commission or ordination. Then Bishop Ward, Bishop Guidry and Bishop Lee laid hands on the candidates. The service concluded with an invitation to the assembly to acknowledge God’s call in their own lives. 126 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
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 12 through June 14, 2009, Bishop Hope Morgan Ward, Presiding. Date When Organized: June, 1989. Number of This Session: Twenty-First. 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)? (In Progress). 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 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009 127
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 233 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 – $32,823 Probationary (educational requirements of elder completed) – $30,197 Probationary (educational requirements of elder not completed) – $27,781 Associate – $27,781 Full Time Local Pastor – $25,558 Full Time Student Local Pastor – $23,513 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)? $1,375,143 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? $1,553,100 2. For the Ministerial Education Fund? $531,699 3. For the Black College Fund? $212,103 4. For the Africa University Fund? $47,470 5. For the Episcopal Fund? $427,196 6. For the General Administration Fund? $168,280 7. For the Interdenominational Cooperation Fund? $41,379 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 – Joy Mullen Greenwood – John McClay Starkville – James Woodard Hattiesburg – John Gavin Tupelo – Jimmy Langley Meridian – Kaih Hitt West Jackson – Jim Golden New Albany – Dalton Garner 128 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
14. What local churches have been (Indicate district): a. Organized or Chartered)? None 1. New Church Start (¶¶259.2,.3) Oxford: The Orchard, New Albany Dist.; Jackson: Anderson- South, West Jackson Dist.; Jackson: Bellwether, East Jackson Dist.; Brandon: The Pointe, East Jackson Dist.; Biloxi: El Pueblo, Seashore Dist.; Desoto County Hispanic, Senatobia Dist.; Desoto County Traditional, Senatobia Dist.; Tupelo, Japanese Speaking, Tupelo Dist.; Ramsey Multi Cultural, Greenwood Dist. 2. Mission Congregation (¶¶260.1a) Seashore Mission, Seashore District; 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 None 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) None 2. Mission Congregation (¶259.1a) None 3. Chartered Local Church (¶259.5) Emory UMC, Greenwood Dist. – Discontinued Epworth UMC, West Jackson Dist. – Discontinued Foster’s Chapel UMC, Tupelo Dist. – Discontinued Friendship UMC, Greenwood Dist. – Discontinued Liberty UMC, Tupelo Dist. – Discontinued Mc Carley UMC, Greenwood Dist. – Discontinued Mc Donald UMC, East Jackson Dist. – Discontinued New Point UMC, Tupelo Dist. – Discontinued Rhodes Chapel UMC, Tupelo Dist. – Discontinued Swiftown UMC, Greenwood Dist. - Discontinued d. Relocated and to what address? None e. Changed name of church? (Example: “First” to “Trinity”) Former Name New Name Address Oxford: South Charge Taylor UMC East Prentiss Parish Prentiss: East Parish 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? East Jackson Disttrict a. Remove McDonald from Lena. Lena stands alone. McDonald is discontinued. b. Pelahatchie: Little Zion Circuit is dissolved. Little Zion stands alone. Mountain Ridge stands alone. c. Carthage: Wesley Circuit is dissolved. Carthage Wesley Chapel stands alone. Carthage Greenwood Chapel stands alone. Hattiesburg District a. Waynesboro Circuit becomes two charges; Waynesboro / Frost Bridge and Mt. Zion / Pleasant Ridge. b. Franklin / Gitano becomes two charges; Franklin and Gitano. c. Waynehaven / Mamie Weaver becomes two charges; Waynehaven and Mamie Weaver Seashore District a. Remove Clermont Harbor UMC from Clermont Harbor: Waveland Charge. Clermont Harbor stands alone. The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009 129
b. Add Pass Christian: First to Waveland UMC to form the Pass Christian: First / Waveland Charge. c. Dissolve the Picayune Circuit Charge. Merrill Chapel UMC, Newton Chapel UMC and Weems Chapel UMC will stand alone. Tupelo District a. Take Spruell Chapel from the Amory: St. James / Spruell Chapel Charge, thereby creating the Spruell Chapel Charge and leaving Amory: St. James UMC to stand alone as the Amory: St. James Charge. West Jackson District a. Discontinue the Benton Circuit. Mt. Pleasant UMC and Couparle UMC 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, Karen Koons Hayden, Elijah Henry, Billy Owen, Bob Peden Alternates: Jim Glass, Tommy Gilbert, George Pulliam, Eddie Rester, Marjorie Walker b. The Administrative Review Committee (¶633)? (v) Principals: Dixie Holder-Cummings, Jim Curtis Alternates: Vicki Landrum, Larry G. White 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.) Campos, Luz Marina EJA Milsap, Teresa HAT McAlilly, Chris SEA Chipley, Anna Kristen EJA Parker, Ryan Paul HAT Ludlam, Stephen Holland Herring, Daniel EJA Cooper, Leon MER SEN Phillips, Nathan EJA Davis, Johnnye MER Tucker, Celestine J. SEN Piccaluga, Troy Anthony EJA Gully, Christopher MER McDaniel, Phillip STA Elliott, Diane GWD Johnson, Kerry MER Rambo, Will TUP Duggin, Christopher Glenn Sims, Jeffrey MER Gales, Robert WJA HAT Dorn, David SEA b. Who are continued as certified candidates for ordained or licensed ministry? (Do not list as con- tinued those licensed as local pastors in Question 21 or those listed as probationary (provisional) members in question 28.) McGehee, Hollis 03 BRO Ward, Clell G., Jr. 04 GWD Flottman, Lisa 03 SEA Rives, Belinda 03 EJA Willis, Mary 04 GWD Kilgore, Michael T. 01 SEA Russ, Randy 07 EJA Carpenter, Elizabeth 04 HAT Kirby, Martha 99 SEA White, Justin 07 EJA Wells, Heather 05 HAT Maugh, Celeste 03 TUP Beverly, Edna 05 GWD Talbert, Catrena N. 04 HAT Corban, William Bradford 06 Chambers, Hattie 05 GWD Thomas, Anzette 08 HAT WJA Forrest, Rosie 03 GWD Gossett, Dennis 06 NAL Edwards, Vernell 03 WJA Thomas, Meril Denise 04 Jones, Camilla H. 00 NAL Griffin, Kimberly 01 WJA GWD Little, Barbara J. 02 NAL 130 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
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? Coleman, Mattie GWD Reed, Clara GWD Mannery, Jerry WJA Elder, Shirley GWD Rouse, William GWD McKinley, Frederick WJA Foster, Dianna GWD English, David NAL Meeks, Emma GWD Howard, Elizabeth WJA
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.) Danforth, David Beam 01 BRO Palmer, Carl NAL Hanna, David 84 EJA Rencher, Jamie Ray 01 NAL Hanna, Joseph 99 EJA Bowles, Joann Faye 08 SEA Mabry, Othareta 07 GWD Caldwell, Lettie 95 SEA Meeks, Carrie 07 GWD Goodwin, John Jeffrey SEA Williams, Annie 04 GWD Fairley, Shirley SEA Cline, Kevin Joseph 04 HAT Kilgore, Michael T. 03 SEA Malone, Viola 97 HAT Thornhill, June 03 SEA Matthews, Greg 09 HAT Williams, Phyllis 04 SEA Porciello, Laurie 04 HAT Sartor, Brad* 04 SEN Boose, Patti 06 MER Caufield, Jr., Chester G. 05 STA Chambers, Mack* 96 MER Stephenson, Julia 03 STA Downing, Carlotta 03 MER Stokes, Jonathan (Asbury) 05 STA Pollock, Clifford 01 MER Weddle, Owen Ainsworth (Asbury) 08 STA Satcher, Elbert 04 MER Diggs, Christopher C. 03 TUP Everett, Preston NAL Johnson, Detrick 08 WJA Gossett, Dennis Christopher 08 NAL Smith, Velma 07 WJA Kennedy, Steven Paul 1 NAL Taylor, Beth 03 WJA McAnally, Jason 08 NAL
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) Burghard, Louis 0 08 BRO Raine, Claude* 20 91 GWD Davis, Frank* 20 02 BRO Wooten, III, Jack* 20 84 GWD Hart, Kenny 0 94 BRO Young, Kevin Sem Grad. 99 GWD Newsome, Burnell* (RL) 20 BRO Brewer, Bobby* 20 01 HAT Raborn, Laurie 8 06 BRO Carpenter, Travis* 20 04 HAT Wallace, James L. 0 04 BRO Chambers, Shirley* 20 95 HAT Bayliss, Milford Gordon (RL) 8 06 EJA Cornell, Ovee 0 06 HAT Gerber, Frederick Leon* 20 01 EJA Deaton, Diana M. Baker* 20 01 HAT Herring, Daniel 0 08 EJA Gipson, Frank Lee* 20 97 HAT Lobin, Stan 10 02 EJA Howard, Ray E 11 02 HAT Porter, Frank 0 07 EJA James, Randy G.* 20 99 HAT Sappington, Larry Keith 00 EJA Webb, Robert S 18 02 HAT Upshaw, David 18 06 EJA Wilson, David Brooks* 20 94 HAT Cain, Bobby Ray (RL)* 20 02 GWD Windham, Sarah 17 99 HAT Collins, Johnny Lee* 20 03 GWD Anderson, Samuel Napoleon 7 06 MER Jones, Mark Anthony 3 03 GWD Bailey, Jr. James Leo Sem. Grad. 87 MER King Sr, Robert Louis* 20 03 GWD Boose, Charlie R.* 20 95 MER Lemmon, William Todd 01 GWD Cooksey, Chris 0 06 MER Marshall, Jack 0 06 GWD Hampton, Gary* 20 97 MER Pritchard, Veronica K. 0 08 GWD Hare, James (RL) 4 86 MER The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009 131
Owen, Kenneth* 20 02 MER Stephenson, Tommy 18 96 SEN Price, Kathy 4 07 MER Black, Jr., James M. MTS 04 STA Pollock, Bennie Arthur (RL) 11 00 MER Bray, Curtis* 01 STA Randall, Pamela E. 9 03 MER Dowd, Thomas Michael 0 06 STA Young, Willie J* 20 98 MER Forrest, Jimmy L* 20 81 STA Armstrong, Robert N. 18 99 NAL Jones, Dean Everette 16 03 STA Biedenharn, James Sem Grad NAL May, Chance* Sem. Grad. 05 STA Bishop, Ricky 4 06 NAL Morris, James* 20 92 STA Downs, Walter 2 06 NAL Stallings, Tyrone Michael* 20 99 STA Forbus, Greg* 20 04 NAL Speegle, Jonathan* 04 STA Glazier, Gary Arthur 16 04 NAL Thomas, Ronald D. 12 05 STA Hall, Jim 8 06 NAL Brooks, David 2 TUP Merricks II, Donald Wesley 0 08 NAL Coggins, Charles Edward 9 04 TUP Napier, Bennie Kay Sem. Grad 09 NAL Coggins, Joe Miller 08 TUP Petermann, James O.* 20 98 NAL Fink, Dennis TUP Ward, Charles Patrick 0 08 NAL Lampkin, Stephen A.* 20 99 TUP Crawley, JW* 20 91 SEA McGrew, Sue Crowder* 20 97 TUP Gore, Willie 15 88 SEA Montgomery, William 5 05 TUP Heberg, Carl* 20 01 SEA Perry, Billy 9 01 TUP Hill Jr, Willie Lee* 20 98 SEA Rambo, Will 0 08 TUP Lightsey, Max D. 5 04 SEA Upshaw, III, Harrison F. (RL) TUP Locke, Cecil Eric 0 SEA Wilburn, Danny 06 TUP Thornhill, Bobby 2 03 SEA Bowdoin, Lister 4 06 WJA Weaver, Betty 6 05 SEA Buccholz, David 08 WJA Williamson, Stirman* (RL) 20 03 SEA Herrington, Sr., Rufus Merle 09 WJA de la Cruz, Goyo 4 04 SEN Miller, Beth 12 99 WJA Haynes, Rickey Lynson* 20 SEN Morris, David 13 04 WJA b. Part-time local pastors? (¶318.2) (fraction of full-time in one-quarter increments) Assink, Michael 7 93 BRO Johnson, William Frank (RL) EJA Bridge, Tyler Rende 2 07 BRO Jordan, Terry 0 98 EJA Cager, Brenda 2 08 BRO King, Marlin Bennett* 0 91 EJA Calcote, Dennis 10 05 BRO Kinstley, Arthur Dean (RL) EJA Crawford, Joe 0 89 BRO Shavers, James 18 98 EJA Cray, Ivan Stuart 09 BRO Shepard, EJ 18 02 EJA Cutrer, George 1 07 BRO Taylor, Barbara 6 04 EJA Dubose, Michael Dale* 20 02 BRO Terrell, Dino 3 06 EJA Gibson, Curtis 2 06 BRO Cartlidge, Robert L* 2 90 GWD Gibson, Dan 0 07 BRO Cook, Juanita W.* 20 02 GWD Houston, Reed 5 93 BRO Cosnahan, Calvin Brister* 20 03 GWD Lamb, Jimmy Aaron* 20 93 BRO Forrest, James Earp 4 03 GWD Lowe, Barbara 9 04 BRO Herron, Olivear 16 03 GWD Magee, Ethel Hall 3 07 BRO Johnson, Kenyun LaCale 0 06 GWD McClinton, Jimmy* 20 92 BRO Reece, Ricky Lloyd 13 04 GWD Norrells, Jerry Donnell* 20 99 BRO Ross, James L* 2 96 GWD Poole, Bobby 7 03 BRO Shepherd, Rickey Lee 6 06 GWD Preston, Daniel* 20 BRO Sims, Kordell JSU 06 GWD Smith, Carl 11 04 BRO Tanner, Benton C. 11 00 GWD Thomas, Terry 17 04 BRO Tollison, Jeff 09 GWD Tillman, Andre Richard 15 99 BRO Williams, Terry 1 08 GWD Woodall, Diane* 20 97 BRO Williams, Willie* 20 97 GWD Beauchamp, Finis P 0 04 EJA Beatty, Leonard A. 17 04 HAT Bennett, Kenny 2 08 EJA Cessna, Trudy (RL) 15 HAT Handy, Willie Lee* 2 97 EJA Crawford, Ray E 16 01 HAT Hannah, Haywood Isaac* 20 96 EJA Hartfield, Huston* 20 95 HAT Hoskins, Glenn Albert* 20 00 EJA Henderson, Delicia 0 06 HAT 132 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
King, Irvin 9 00 HAT Barkum, Nathaniel 0 08 SEA Klingenfus, Christopher C. Asbury 07 HAT Barnes, Elvina* 20 01 SEA Long, Jesse MTS 86 HAT Bradley, Kevin Candler 07 SEA Manning, W. Z. (RL) 0 83 HAT Craft, Douglas Sam 12 93 SEA McDonald, Cecele* 20 99 HAT Craft, Shondreka B. 3 04 SEA McLean, Anne Clayton 0 04 HAT DeBose, LaSonya Turner 09 SEA Napier, Samuel O. 9 04 HAT Dedeaux, Wilmer Nathaniel* 20 95 Phillips, Claude D (RL) 0 72 HAT SEA Read, Fred (RL) 0 HAT Graphenreed, Roy Chester 0 08 SEA Shows, Glenn* 20 98 HAT Handy, Richard F. 1 04 SEA Smith, Jody L. 6 01 HAT Moore, Harrell 11 99 SEA Smith, Lavon 11 02 HAT Peters, Marcus Anthony 09 SEA Stepney, Godfrey* 20 00 HAT Pickering, Larry 6 06 SEA Tillman, Stephen E (RL) 01 HAT Tyndall, Edward (RL) 2 04 SEA Triplett, Calvin K. 0 08 HAT Barton, Troy 11 98 SEN Anderson, Lynne Elizabeth* 20 99 MER Broughton, Ronald Scott 05 SEN Chambers, Mack* 20 96 MER Brown, Kent Russell* 20 89 SEN Cole Sr, Theodore 10 99 MER Bursi Jr, Charles* 20 02 SEN Cooper, Leon Lee 08 MER Campos, Luz Marina 08 SEN Evans, Michael MTS MER Flemons, Herman 4 04 SEN Everett, Dock (RL) 0 MER Ford, Eddie Joe Sem. Grad 05 SEN Gully, Christopher Mark 08 MER Koon, Milton Glenn 0 SEN Johnson, Kerry 08 MER Lawson, Anita Wilburn 4 06 SEN Jones, Jimmy David 6 98 MER McGraw, Allen Robert MTS SEN Kinslow, Willie* 20 00 MER Mason, Keith Tyrone 09 SEN Kirtley, Frank 1 MER Myers, Walter Raymond 4 04 SEN Lucy, Curtis Dearman 15 99 MER Pepper, John Wesley MTS 07 SEN Luke, Charles Rayner* 20 88 MER Wages, Cecil Jerry 18 99 SEN McGill, II, Charles Kenneth 04 MER Ward, Eddie Eugene 20 97 SEN Malone, Charlotte 0 07 MER Ward, Emma Sue* 20 97 SEN May, Lewis Douglas 19 93 MER White, Kenneth 10 01 SEN Miller, Thomas Coy 04 MER Ashford, Anthony MTS 93 STA Moore, Dale Edwards 11 03 MER Boyd, Franklin Lamar 3 07 STA Nicholson, Sr., Lonnie* (RL) 20 00 MER Bradley, Anne Russell 7 05 STA Raley, Paul L* 20 63 MER Crawford, Ross 0 06 STA Rankin, Johnny 0 02 MER Casey, Kenneth 4 07 STA Sims, Jeffrey Michael 08 MER Forrest, Nelson 14 78 STA Tubby, Daniel Lee* 20 96 MER Gage, Roosevelt* 20 78 STA Bonds, Jerry 3 06 NAL Geeter, Lyndon B. 19 00 STA Darling, Daniel Sean 16 01 NAL Hinton, Eddie 19 01 STA Dollar, Larry E* 20 81 NAL Hinton, Jerry* 20 99 STA Ford, Rebecca Annette* 20 95 NAL Hunter, Lewis Michael EMCC 07 Gipson, Marvin* 20 88 NAL STA Glover, Jimmy Milton* (RL) 20 82 NAL Jefferson, Ron 19 99 STA Kelly, Chris 0 08 NAL Kelly, Charles* 20 82 STA Kelly, Jerry Buchannan* (RL) 20 90 NAL Lawson, Rickey* 20 92 STA McGill, Charles K. 1 95 NAL Lowe, Franklin (RL) 6 STA Newton, Don E 12 00 NAL Malone, David 2 05 STA Powell, Steven 0 NAL Miller Jr, Robert Glenn 6 99 STA Quarles Sr., Marvin Marcus 0 08 NAL Miller, Leon 19 99 STA Shelton, Early Michael* 20 86 NAL Minor, Rochelle 0 06 STA Stone, Joseph Sr.* 20 87 NAL Parker, Ethel D. 1 07 STA Thomas, Sapada 1 04 NAL Richter, Raleigh Fitzgerald 2 07 STA Tohill, Brownie (RL) NAL Schultz, David Glenn MTS 08 STA Veasley, Mary Ann 96 NAL Scott, Sr., Robert Payne Scott 14 94 Wells, Richard 0 05 NAL STA The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009 133
Sutphin, Cary 5 06 STA Truett, Jonathan Corey MTS 07 TUP Wilson, Jerome 1 07 STA Barnes, Paul 10 06 WJA Arrington, Donald Ray 7 03 TUP Carroll, Robert 0 06 WJA Carr, Perry Lincoln MTS 05 TUP Cook, Robert 0 07 WJA Cherry, Donnell* 20 97 TUP Greene, David 0 04 WJA Fair, Lynn* 0 92 TUP Hawkins, Jr., Sam (RL) 0 07 WJA Fitzpatrick, Lavert 2 TUP Howard, Timothy Craig 08 WJA Henry, Domini MTS 05 TUP Lee Jr, Samuel (RL) 0 02 WJA McGrew, Matthew 0 04 TUP Magee, Frenchye Dionne Sem. Grad. 05 Parks, Glenn 5 04 TUP WJA Perry, Billy 0 TUP Piazza, Mary Elizabeth 4 04 WJA Riddle, Jeffery 13 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)? Smith, Ronnie Linton 05/26/09 BRO Plass, Frank 10/03/08 SEA Bufkin, Gregory Thomas 02/01/09 HAT Clay, Peggy 06/03/09 STA James, Otis 09/01/08 HAT Shelton, Linda (appointed in N. AL) 06/09/09 Polk, Dennis 12/01/08 HAT STA Wilkes, R. C. 07/01/09 HAT Alexander, Joel Douglas 06/22/09 WJA Poe, Kimmy Jeffery* 2008 MER Winstead, Davis tcher, Elbert 08/01/08 WJA Davis,Vanjo 06/22/09 SEA
23. Who have been reinstated as local pastors (¶320.4)? Houston, Reed - BRO 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 – OE MER
b. Other Methodist Denominations Rhodes, Cecil Methodist Church of Southern Africa GWD Steveline, David Free Methodist BRO 25. What clergy in good standing in other Christian denominations have been approved to serve appoint- ments 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.) No One 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): Jackson, Carl Ezekiel GWD; Mitchell, Elijah SEA 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) McCaleb, Karie Sue McCarty; Milo-Moultrie, Paula Vanessa SEA 134 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
2. Under the provisions of ¶324.5? (v) Messner, Philip Karl WJA b. Probationary (provisional) Elders: 1. Under the provisions of ¶324.4a, b? (v) Dixon, Linda Faye HAT Newell, Frank Michael HAT Grant, Erin Nichole HAT Ruff, Garry Evan SEA Haynes, Christopher Frank Thompson WJA Shumaker, David Carl STA McCaleb, Roy Reed BRO Smith, Maurice TUP McCaskill, Brenda Ann SEN Yearber, Kevin Wilburn EJA
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) Braman, Diane Lynne 07 EJA Stanford, Reid 04 SEN Judy, Sherrill Stanley 08 SEA 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 Owens, Steven Grant 08 TUP Ducker, William Gregory 08 STA Parvin, Allison Stacey 07 STA Duckworth, Darian Elise 07 BRO Powell, Kerry Lee 06 NAL Edwards-Evans, Tanya Yvette 07 HAT Presley, Gavin Lance 07 TUP Foster, John Thomas 08 TUP Robinson, Bradford Darrell 07 STA Franklin, Jason Wayne 07 NAL Roller, Amy Denise Pearson 08 MER Gibson, Peggy Ann 08 GWD Roller, Paul Douglas 08 MER Gomillion Ronald Gene 08 WJA Sanford, Emily Lauren 08 WJA Gordon, Adam Louis 08 NAL Sanford, Eric Christopher 07 WJA Gordon, Amanda Seward 07 NAL Schwake, Ronald Lloyd 08 MER Grant Jr., Robert Wilson 08 HAT Shrader, Michelle Marie 08 WJA Hall Jr., Harold B. 08 GWD Smith, Deanna 07 GWD Henry, Johniel Lee, Jr. 07 TUP Stockstill, Eugene Hunter 07 TUP Ivy, Justin Kyle 07 NAL Travis, Annie Louise 07 BRO James, George Richard 07 EJA Wallace, Jonathan Darrell 07 HAT Landfair Sr., Ozell 08 SEN White, Creighton Delon 08 NAL Liu, Gerald 06 WJA Williams, Ada Clay 06 GWD McCoy, David Henry 08 STA Wilson, Jacob Dale 08 WJA McRaney, Len Edward 07 MER 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) Kitchens, Ronald Andrew PE BRO 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 Hutto, Warren Patrick HAT b. Elders Box, Oliver James TUP Donnell, Denise LaChelle SEA Carr, Susannah Grubbs EJA Hutson, Mary Ruth GWD Cheney, Charlene Nicole MER Kirby, Edwin Close SEA The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009 135
Stamps, Vera Hall BRO Warren, Gilman DeWayne STA Trantham, Kevin Marcus BRO Watson, Todd Owen 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) Hutto, Warren Patrick HAT 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) Box, Oliver James TUP Stamps, Vera Hall BRO Carr, Susannah Grubbs EJA Trantham, Kevin Marcus BRO Cheney, Charlene Nicole MER Warren, Gilman DeWayne STA Hutson, Mary Ruth GWD Watson, Todd Owen WJA Kirby, Edwin Close SEA 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 Kitchens, Ronald Andrew PE Arkansas 06/23/09 38. Who are transferred in from other Methodist denominations (¶347.2)? (List alphabetically. Indicate credential.) Name Denomination Date Donnell, Denise LaChelle - PE African Methodist Episcopal 06/12/09 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 Smith, Ramon Frashawn - PE Central Texas Pending 42. Who are discontinued as probationary (provisional) members (¶327.6)? (Indicate credential) (v). Bowers, Christopher Sidney PD HAT Thomas, Jill Deanna PE WJA Pearson, Roy W. PE HAT 43. Who are on location? a. Who has been granted honorable location (¶359.1)? (Give date when this action became effec- tive. Record Charge Conference where membership is held. Indicate credential and year of most recent report.): 136 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
1. This year? (v) No One 2. Previously? Oliver, Jr. Harroll Bufkin 06/15/91 Colenberg, John Kennedy 04/05/89 Cornelius, Michael A. 06/04/86 Lebanon UMC, 359 4th Ave Est, Oneonta, AL 35121 Daniel, Robert Paul 06/92 P.O. 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 Grace, Whitney Ford 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 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? No One 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) Mauldin, William Mitchell 06/12/09 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.) No One 48. Deceased (List alphabetically in the spaces provided): a. What associate members have died during the year? Effective: No One Retired: No One b. What probationary members have died during the year? Indicate credential. Effective: No One Retired: No One The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009 137
c. What elders in full connection have died during the year? Effective: Name Date of Birth Date of Death Barham, Ronald Jerry 02/07/43 07/20/08 Retired: Name Date of Birth Date of Death Alsworth, Marion Selby 01/27/27 09/21/08 Earnest, Sr., Charles Edward 09/25/22 07/03/08 Fleming, Sr., George Harold 12/09/15 08/06/08 Freeman, Jr., G. Howard 09/29/27 03/04/09 Jones, George Eliot 08/15/15 11/17/08 McLean, Oliver Talmadge 08/02/31 03/27/09 Mainers, William Shelby 04/30/27 09/09/08 Phillips, Burnell 04/22/22 12/28/08 d. What deacons in full connection have died during the year? Effective: No One Retired: Name Date of Birth Date of Death Hudnall, Helen Faye Junkin 03/10/46 09/30/08 e. What local pastors have died during the year? Active: Name Date of Birth Date of Death Baylot, Sylvia McGuffie 04/16/40 01/09/09 Retired: Name Date of Birth Date of Death Dickerson, Gordon E. 01/09/25 07/02/08 Lewelling, Otis George 07/20/37 04/19/09 Williamson, Dolphus Paul 10/07/27 01/16/09 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 cre- dential.) 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 McDonald, Tiffany (Padgitt) Minnesota FE SEN 07/01/07 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 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 Abrams, Robert - FE 06/03/98 11 SEA Buckley, Marjorie - FE 06/08/05 4 NAL Gary, Jr., George Robert 06/23/09 WJA Knighton, Wanda Lou - FE 06/08/08 1 SEA Norris, Jerry - FE 02/27/04 5 SEN Pittman, Greg - FE 06/02/02 7 BRO Thomas, Glenn - FD 09/01/04 5 WJA 138 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
2. Family Name Effective Date Number of Years Charge Conference Abrams, Carolyn Ann - FE 06/08/08 1 SEA Benefield-Pfaf, Rachel –FE 06/30/06 3 SEA Dailey, Bobby Earl - FE 06/23/09 HAT McNair, Mark Jason - FE 06/23/09 SEN Richardson, Chris Brooking - FE 06/30/06 3 BRO Stanford, Reid – PD 03/06/07 3 SEN 3. Transitional No One b. Involuntary? (v 2/3) No One c. Who have been placed on leave of absence since the last session of the Annual Conference (ad interim)?: 1. Voluntary? i. Personal No One ii. Family No One iii. Transitional Name Effective Date Charge Conference Altman, Mervyn Jonathan - FE 04/17/09 – 6/22/09 EJA 2. Involuntary? Name Effective Date Charge Conference Moore, Van Stephen - AM 02/09/09 BRO d. Who on leave of absence have had their leaves terminated since the last session of the Annual Conference (ad interim)? Name Effective Date Bailey, Michelle Ke - FE 12/31/08 SEA Blackwell, Sylvia- FE 06/22/09 EJA Martino, Eugene - FE 06/30/08 SEA Mauldin, William Mitchell - FE 06/12/09 STA Pearson, Roy -PE 06/12/09 HAT Thomas, Jill Deanna – PE 06/12/09 WJA Watson, Douglas Monroe - FE 06/22/09 EJA 51. Who are granted sabbatical leave (¶352)? (v) (Give date when this relation became effective; indi- cate 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): Hawks, Thomas Carnal 10/01/08 FE; DeVore, Stephen Alan 02/01/09 FE b. Who have had their incapacity leave terminated since the last conference session (¶357.3)? (Give effective dates of terminations): Perrine, Marilyn 06/12/09 3 FE c. Who are granted incapacity leave at this session (¶358.1)? (v) Bolton, Larry D 03/01/97 12 AM Perez-Bonilla, Carlos 01/01/04 5 FE Bond, John W. 04/01/01 8 PM Samson, Tom L. 07/01/05 4 FE Burkes, John Clinton 06/10/08 1 FE Phillips, Patrick Leon 07/01/07 2 FE Crumble, Cora 09/01/02 7 FE Sebren, Jr. Richard R. 04/01/02 7 AM Davis, Harry B. 07/01/03 6 FE Staggs, John 07/01/07 1 FE Dial, Stephen G. 06/01/89 20 FE Tucker, John Thomas 07/01/98 11 FE Glenn, Dale F. 06/01/04 5 FL Willoughby, David J. 07/01/07 2 FE McCain, Don R. 07/01/05 4 FE 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? Schott, Patrick Henry 12/31/08 b. Previously? See previous Journal. The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009 139
Elders a. This year? Boyd, John Milton Harrison, Sr., David Lee Perrine, Marilyn Coral Britt, Jr., Willis Japthy Ingram, Cora Ford Skelton, George Barry Collier, Leon McDonald, Steven Charles Tillman, Charles J.D. Dye, Millsaps 03/01/09 Grubbs, Carl Wayne Moore, Noah Lee 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 effec- tive date of retirement.) (Under ¶358.1, no vote required; under ¶358.2, v; under ¶358.3, v 2/3) a.This year? Sampley, Donald Lee; Wood, John Calvin 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? Alexander, William Clinton Kelly, Jerry Buchannan Tillman, Stephen Elroy Felder, Joe Girling Robertson, Cleavern R. 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)...... 2 b. Elected as probationary (provisional) members? (28a, b)...... 13 c. Elected as deacons in full connection? (32a)...... 1 d. Elected as elders in full connection? (33a)...... 9 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)...... 1 i. Discontinued as probationary (provisional) members? (42)...... 3 j. Honorably located this year? (43a1)...... 0 k. Administratively located this year? (43c1)...... 0 l. Withdrawn? (46a, b, c)...... 1 m. Termination of orders? (46d)...... 0 n. Terminated by trial? (46e)...... 0 o. Deceased? (48a, b, c, d, e)...... 15 58. What is the number of: a. Pastoral Charges? 726 b. Local Churches? 1,113 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. 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. 140 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
¶344.1b, c): the number of clergy members appointed to extension ministries, under endorsement 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 dea- cons whose primary appointment is to a 14 263 4 44 22 85 168 Local Church (¶¶331.1c, 339) Deacons (in full connection and probationary (pro- visional)) serving 14 1 Beyond the Local Church (¶331.1a, b) (81a,b) Appointments to Extension Ministries 41 5 0 4 1 (¶316.1; 344.1a, c) (80a) Appointments to Extension Ministries 13 0 0 0 0 (¶316.1; 344.1b, c) (80b) Appointments to Extension Ministries 17 0 0 0 0 (¶316.1; 344.1d) (80c) Appointments to 0 0 0 1 0 Attend School (82) Appointed to Other Annual Conferences 0 7 0 0 0 (49) On Leave of 1 6 0 0 0 Absence (50a, 50b) On Family Leave 0 5 1 0 0 (50a2, c2) On Sabbatical Leave 0 0 0 0 0 (51) The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009 141
Question 59 continued...
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
On Incapacity Leave 0 12 0 1 2 1 0 (52c)
On Transitional Leave (50a3, 0 0 0 0 0 50c1iii) Retired (53, 54, 55) 6 281 0 2 32
Total Number, Clergy 35 644 6 53 56 90 169 Members
Grand Total, All Conference 1053 Clergy Members
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 21 0 7 1 1 12 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 18 52 3 10 5 9 12 Multi-Racial 0 1 0 0 2 0 0 Total Number, Female Clergy 20 71 3 17 8 10 25 Members* Grand Total, All Conference Female 155 Clergy Members* 142 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
Question 59 continued... 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 2 0 1 0 0 0 African American/ 1 66 0 9 12 22 64 Black Hispanic 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 Native American 0 1 0 0 0 0 1 Pacific Islander 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 White 14 504 3 25 36 57 78 Multi-Racial 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 Total Number, Female Clergy 15 573 3 36 48 80 144 Members* Grand Total, All Conference Female 899 Clergy Members*
*The sums entered in these spaces should agree with the comparable totals in the bottom two lines of question 59). 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 Bourn, Kimberly Lay Christian Education Braman, Diane Lynne PD Spiritual Formation Ross, Kevin Lay Music Ministry Johnson, Sherry FD Spiritual Formation Martin, Jason C. Lay Youth Ministry Robinson, Lindsey FE Spiritual Formation Casteel, Russell Lay Camping Ministry Wimberley, Rebecca FD Spiritual Formation 61. Who is certified in specialized ministry? (List the areas of specialized ministry. Indicate by an asterisk those certified this year.) See previous Journal. 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) No One 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 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009 143
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? Woodall, Rosemary b. Previously? See previous Journal.
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 equi- table compensation claim and pension credit) ¶¶338.2, 342.2, 1506.4b)? (v ¾): Altman, Mervyn Jonathan Flowers, Roger 23 ½ HAT McAnally, Earl 2 ½ NAL ½ EJA Gibbs, Anjohnette 18 ¾ Norris, Edward C. 1 ¼ SEN Coker, Hiram 2 ½ MER GWD Watson, Douglas Monroe Dye, James 3 ¾ NAL Hilliard, Terry Lynn ½ SEA ½ EJA 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? Freeman, Tom 10/03/08 – 12/31/08 Beavoir SEA Gunter, Doyce 02/01/09 – 06/22/09 Iuka: North NAL Youngblood, William 02/01/09 – 06/22/09 West Lake 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.) Petermann James O. 07/13/08 Oxford: Christ, Cambridge, Abbeville NAL Carpenter, Travis 08/01/08 Main Street HAT Napier, Samuel O. 08/01/08 New Augusta/Beaumont HAT Woodrick, Herbert Lavelle 08/15/08 Cleveland Charge MER McGrew, Roger 08/24/08 Hamilton TUP Cumbest, Sheila 09/01/08 Ocean Springs: St. Paul, Assoc. SEA Garvin, Elisabeth Anne 09/01/08 MS Conference Staff (ABLC) WJA Jones, Freeman 09/01/08 Pleasant Valley HAT 144 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
Keeton, Keith Russell 09/30/08 New Church – Desoto ((Extension Ministry) SEN Campos, Luz Marina 10/01/08 Trinity Mission EJA Keeton, Keith Russell 10/01/08 MS Conference Staff WJA McCaskill, Brenda 10/01/08 Rust College, Chaplain SEN Williams, Donald Boyd 10/01/08 Carthage First EJA Dickerson, Allison Carr 10/27/08 Jackson: Crossgates, Assoc. EJA Coggins, Joe 11/10/08 Ozark TUP Quarles, Sr. Marvin Marcus 12/12/08 Abbeville, Assoc. NAL Bailey, Michelle Ke 01/01/09 Beavoir SEA Keeton, Keith Russell 01/01/09 St. Marks EJA Long, Jesse 01/01/09 Clara/Winchester HAT Barnes, Paul 01/02/09 Pleasant Hill WJA Cessna, Trudy 02/15/09 Providence HAT 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)? Burghard, Louis Wesley Foundation - Co-LinCC BRO Crosby, Johnny District Superintendent BRO Giordano, Ted Camp Wesley Pines BRO Lewis, Jr., Arthur District Ethnic Local Church BRO Stamps, Vera Hall Alcorn State Univ BRO Stewart, Mary Caroline District Staff BRO Beam-Ingram, James Cary Course of Study, Director EJA Beasley, Zachary Wesley Foundation - JSU EJA Lindley, Giles District Superintendent EJA Burt, Ever Jean District Staff GWD Howse, Gary Grace Network GWD White, Vickie District Superintendent GWD Pitts, Rachel Wesley Foundation - MDCC GWD Walker, Marjorie Wesley Foundation - MVSU GWD Young, Jr., Kevin Wesley Foundation - Holmes CC GWD Flowers, Dawn Douglas Wesley Foundation - USM HAT Cessna, Trudy District Staff HAT Hicks, Mike District Superintendent HAT Shannon, Jeff Wesley Foundation - JCJC HAT Anderson, Lynne Elizabeth Wesley Foundation – MCC MER Taylor, Bruce Wesley Foundation - ECCC MER Thompson, Timothy District Superintendent MER Beam, Jerry District Superintendent NAL Gordon, Adam Wesley Foundation - NEMCC NAL Hathorn, Dale Approved Evangelist NAL Merricks, II, Donald Wesley Wesley Foundation - Univ of MS NAL Richardson, John Birmingham South College NAL McAlilly, Bill District Superintendent SEA Burnett, Carol Moore Community House, Executive Director SEA Garrott, John Approved Evangelist SEN Landfair, Sr., Ozell Wesley Foundation – CCC SEN McCaskill Brenda Ann Rust College SEN Huffman, David Wesley Foundation - NWCC SEN Pepper, Doug Approved Evangelist SEN Sizemore-Tandy, Victoria District Superintendent SEN Griffith, Hugh MS State Univ. Wesley Foundation STA Fuquay, David Wesley Foundation - Fla Univ STA The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009 145
Hillman, Adam Byrd Pensions Liaison STA McDougald, Ron Trinity Place, Columbus STA Rambo, Robert District Superintendent STA Foster, John T. Wesley Foundation - ICC TUP Vinson, Stephen United Methodist Senior Services TUP Joyner, Geoffrey District Superintendent TUP Haynes, Christopher Frank Mississippi Conference WJA Jackson, Embra Administrative Assistant to Bishop WJA Casteel, Steve Mississippi Conference WJA Lovett, Fitzgerald Mississippi Conference WJA Owen, LaRue UM Foundation, Director of Development WJA Rasberry, Henderson District Superintendent WJA Reiff, Joseph T. Emory & Henry College 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 Lord, Gerald Exec. Comm. on Colleges EJA Stoglin, Richmond US Marine Corp GWD Campbell, Charles B. US Army HAT Flowers, Roger Wesley Hosp HAT Cheney, Charlene Nicole US Army MER Young, Daniel Riley Hospital for Children NAL 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 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 Walters, Jon MS UM Choctaw Mission MER Appel, Kurt Cargill & Associates SEA Biedenharn, Dorothy Clare East Jefferson Parish Hospital SEN Dickson-Rishel, Dorothy Memorial Hosp., Gulfport SEA Lobasso, Michael Crossroads Hospice of Tennessee SEN Miskelly, W. Hall Cargill & Assoc TUP Smith, Casey American Family Association TUP Alexander, Martha Operation Shoestring WJA Ross, Sally Fran Lutheran Episcopal Services WJA Tashiro, Paul Wesley Biblical 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 Beam-Ingram, Alicia Lynette Piney Woods EJA Bishop, Nancy Faye EMCC STA Braman, Diane Lynne Catholic Charities WJA Collins, Julie DREAM HAT Frazier, Walter L Grace Counseling Center WJA 146 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
Keen, Rusty Gilmore Foundation TUP Miller, Thomas Emory Director Good Shepherd Center Vicksburg, MS WJA Rollins, Felix Lloyd Sr. Technical Advisor 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)? Carr, Jimmy Executive Director - SEJAC WJA Garvin, Elisabeth Anne Mississippi Conference WJA Johnson, Sherry Bryant Associate Director Center for Ministry Jackson, MS WJA Keen, Rusty District Program Staff TUP Whited, Linda UM Publishing House (GBOD) GWD Willis, Edward William DSU Wesley Foundation 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: Liu, Gerald WJA Members in Full Connection: No One 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.) Brooks, David – Should have been listed in 2007 Journal, Question 46 - Discontinued probationary member. Chatham, Victor – Should have been listed in 2008 Journal, Question 54d – Leave of Absence termi- nated, effective 06/30/08. Jones, Mary Claudell – Should have been listed in 2008 Journal, Question 52e – Retired Local Pastors Deceased - Date of Birth: 1/09/36, Date of Death: 05/31/08 Martino, Eugene – Should have been listed in 2008 Journal, Question 54d – Leave of Absence termi- nated effective 06/30/08. Martino, Eugene – Should have been listed in 2008 Journal, Question 53 - Received appt. in the Tennessee Conference, effective 7/1/08, while retaining membership in this conference. Peters, Herman – Should have been listed in 2007 Journal, Question 22 - Discontinued local pastor. The following names appeared incorrectly as retired in Question 59 in the 2008 journal, and should have been listed in Question 55a, who have been granted family leave (Give effective dates): Abrams, Carolyn Ann - FE 06/08/08 Stanford, Reid – PE 03/06/07 2 Benefield-Pfaf, Rachel –FE 06/30/06 2 Thomas, Jill – PE 12/31/02 6 Blackwell, Sylvia- FE 06/02/02 6 Watson, Douglas Monroe - FE 06/08/08 Richardson, Chris Brooking – FE 06/30/06 2 85. Where and when shall the next Conference Session be held (¶603.2, 3)? Jackson, Mississippi - June 11 through June 13, 2010. The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009 147
C. 2009-2010 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. Felder-William Floyd (Skip) Atchison-FE Crosby-FE (1) (2) Adams-Raymond Kenneth (Kenny) Hart-FL Foxworth-Reed Houston-PL (16) (4) Gallman-Dan Gibson-PL (3) Barlow-Michael Lynn Assink-PL (17) Georgetown-Providence-Mike Hart-SY (2) Barlow Circuit- Shelton Hodge-RL (2) Gloster-Louis Burghard -FL (2) Beauregard-Carl Smith-PL (8) Hazlehurst: First-David Steveline-OF (4) Bethel- Ivan Cray-PL (2) Hazlehurst: Mt Sinai-Wilbert Charles Brandon Bay/St. James- Charles (J.D.) Bryant, Sr.-AM (18) Tillman)-RE (8) Hopewell-Tyler Rende Bridge-PL (3) Bridgeville-New Hope-James Lockett-RL Hopewell/MarsHill-Bob Seal-SY (9) (26) Johnston Chapel-Allen Standefer Dearing- Brookhaven: First-H. Wayne Webster-FE (5) FE (4) Brookhaven: Jackson Street-Arthur Allen Kokomo-David Ray Young- RE (2) King-FE (4) Lampton: New Zion-St. Paul-Eddie Brown- Brookhaven: Kynett-Annie Travis-PE (2) FE (2) Bude-Laurie Raborn-FL (1) Liberty-Diane Woodall-PL (2) Centreville-Kevin Trantham-FE (2) Liberty Circuit-Marvin Eanos-SY (4) Columbia Circuit-Glenn Freeman-AM (2) Lorman-Curtis Gibson-PL (4) Columbia Valley-Hub Chapel-David Bryant- Loyd Star: New Hope- Carol Lynn Mote-FE AM (2) (5) Columbia: First-Keith Gaughf-FE (1) Magnolia: First-Philip Ray Gerber-RE (4) Crystal Springs: New Zion-Arthur Lewis-FE Magnolia: St. James-Ethel Hill Magee-PL (3) (3) Mallalieu-Loyd Versie Calcote -RE (2) Crystal Springs-Mt. Pleasant-John M. McComb: Centenary-Karen Koons Hayden- Branning-FE (6) FE (4) Ebenezer-TBS McComb: Pearl River Ave-William Floyd Fayette-Aaron Lamb-PL (1) (Skip) Atchison-FE (2) 148 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
McComb: St. Paul-Barbara Lowe-PL (2) St. Paul-DeMario Benson-SY (1) Meadville-David Earl Cox-FE (7) Summit-Carolyn Webster-FD (2) Monticello-Daniel Speed-FE (4) Sweetwater-Gary Harper-SY (2) Mt. Pleasant-Adams-Richard Andre Tilton-John Maki-FE (3) Tillman-PL (14) Tylertown-Nell Maki-FE (3) Mt. Carmel-George Cutrer-PL (4) Union Church-Burnell Newsome-RL (7) Natchez: Grace-Darian Duckworth-PE (3) Washington-Church Hill-Reed McCaleb-PE Natchez: Jefferson Street-Ed Temple-FE (3) (1) Natchez:Jefferson Street(Assoc)-Karie Sue Wesson: Decell Memorial-Mary Stewart-FE McCaleb-PD (1) (2) Natchez: Lovely Lane-Kingston-Frank White Oak-Joe Crawford-PL (2) Davis-FL (6) Woodville-Macedonia-Will Dowling-FE (1) Natchez: St Johns-Barbara Lowe-PL (3) New Bethel/Oak Grove-Jerry Norrells-PL Extension Ministry (4) Brookhaven District(Staff)-Mary Stewart-FE New Fork-Thirkield-Brenda Cager-PL (2) (1) New Hebron/Bethesda-Michael Dale Brookhaven District(Ethn Local Church)- Dubose-PL (11) Arthur Lewis-FE (1) New Hope Memorial-Terry Thomas-PL (6) Camp Wesley Pines (Dir)-Ted Giordano- Pisgah-Larry Wallace-FL (4) AM (13) Pleasant Grove-Michael Porter Evans-FE (2) US Navy Chaplain-Michael Baker-FE (7) Pleasant Valley-Zion Ridge-Daniels Preston- US Navy-Walter N. Leverette-FE (22) PL (2) Wesley Fnd (Dir) Alcorn Univ-Vera Hall- Roxie-Bobby Poole-PL (7) Stamps-FE (4) Saint Mary’s-Mount Salem-Jimmy Lee Wesley Fnd.(Dir) SWCC-Kim Stotts McClinton-PL (2) Burkett-SY (4) Sandy Hook-Ron Kitchens-PE (3) Wesley Fnd (Dir) Co-LinCC-Louis Sartinville-Dennis Calcote-PL (2) Burghard-FL (3) East Jackson District District Superintendent-William Giles Carthage: Wesley-Haywood Isaac Hannah- Lindley-FE (4) PL (4) Andrew Chapel-Harrell Booth Poole-RE Carthage: Greenwood Chapel-Kenny (10) Bennett-PL (1) Brandon: First-(Senior)-Kelly Eugene Pope- Conway-Barbara Taylor-PL (6) FE (6) Crossgates-(Senior)-John Clark Moore-FE Brandon: First-(Assoc)-Linda Aaron (4) Rickman-FD (7) Crossgates-(Education)-Oscar Marion Brandon: First-(Assoc)-Daniel Herring-FL McGough-FD (6) (1) Crossgates (Youth) – Allison Dickerson –FD Brandon: New Church-James H Taylor, III- (2) FE (1) D’Lo-Glen Cain-SY (1) Brandon: Trinity-Elbrist Mason-FE (4) Drakes-Glenn Albert Hoskins-PL (6) Braxton-Jeffre H Dalton-FE (2) Evergreen-Kevin Andrew Carter-FE (4) Burns-Gasque Chapel-Pleasant Hill-Douglas Fannin-Clifton Rodney Borders-FE (1) Watson FE (1) Florence: Marvin-Carol Lynette Little-FE Canton-Zachary Beasley-FE (1) (3) Canton: First-Charles Joseph Landrum-FE Flowood-Finis P. Beauchamp-PL (6) (4) Forest-Larry Glynn Patrick-FE (3) Canton: First (Assoc)-Todd Andrew Forest Charge-Ludrick Cameron-FE (1) Sanders-FE (3) Forest: Trinity Mission Church-Wallace Canton: Little Zion-Willie Handy-PL (1) Cason-FE (1) Canton: St John-Dianne Powell Harms-FD Forest Grove-TBS (7) Freeny-Sebastopol-Stan Lobin-FL (1) Carthage: First-Donald Williams-RE (2) Greenfield-George Randolph Owen-FE (1) The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009 149
Green Grove-Dino Terrell-PL (4) Mount Pleasant-James Shavers-PL (1) Greer Chapel-Maxine Simmons Bolden-FE Mountain Ridge-Terry Jordan-PL (1) (6) Pearl: First-Carl Grubbs-RE (1) Harrisville-Larry Keith Sappington-FL (2) Pearl: McLaurin Heights-Mitchell Wayne Holly Bush-Gary Hilton Knight-FE (2) Cochran-FE (2) Homewood-High Hill-Carr-Kevin Wilburn Pelahatchie: First-Gulde-Henry Eugene Yearber-PE (3) Banes-FE (4) Independence-Arthur Dean Kinstley-RL (2) Pelahatchie Little Zion: Noah Moore-RE (1) Jackson: Christ(Senior)-David Brownlee- Puckett-George Randolph Owen-FE (1) OE(346.1) (1) Raleigh-Unity-Ray Neal Daniel, Jr-FE (2) Jackson: Christ (Assoc)-George Richard Rexford- Larry Keith Sappington-FL (2) James-PE (3) Rials Creek-Milford Gordon (Buddy) Jackson: Christ (Assoc)-Vicki Watkins Bayliss-RL (3) Landrum-FE (3) Richland-Marshall Gilbert Jenkins-FE (3) Jackson: Christ (Assoc)-John Charles Ridgeland: First-Thomas W. Sorrell-FE (2) Meador, Jr-FE (2) Sharon-Eugene Van Every-FD (2) Jackson: Christ (Assoc)-David R. Upshaw- Shiloh-Sampson S Burton-FE (2) FL (4) Singleton-Scott Berry-SY (3) Jackson: St. Mark’s (Senior)-James Williams St. James-Marlin Bennett King-PL (10) Matheny-FE (3) Taylorsville: First-Bethel-Wayland Hamlin- Jackson: St. Mark’s (Assoc)-Keith Keeton- FE (1) FE (2) Thornton Chapel-Charles Joseph Landrum- Jackson: St. Mark’s (Music)-Sandra Lynn FE (4) Perkins Thomas-FD (14) Walnut Grove-William Frank Johnson -RL Jackson: St. Mark’s (Youth)-Frank E. Porter- (2) FL (3) Harperville-Larry Glynn Patrick-FE (3) Johnson Chapel-Sheldon Thomas-SY (6) Wesleyanna-James Carey Beam-Ingram-FE Kalem-Wallace B Cason III-FE (2) (4) Lena-Jefferson Edington Williams-SY (10) Extension Ministry Lillian Circuit-EJ Shepard-PL (1) Atlanta Reg Hospl (Emrg)-Joseph Payne-FE Lodebar-Mervyn Jonathan Altman-FE (1) (17) Lone Pine-Eugene Van Every-FD (2) Center for Ministry(COS)- James Carey Madden-Jerry Monroe Williamson-RE (12) Beam-Ingram -FE (4) Madison (Senior)-James Genesse-FE (1) Exec. Comm. on Colleges (Southeastern Madison (Assoc.)-Susanna Grubbs Carr-FE Assoc)-Gerald Douglas Lord-FE (19) (2) Holmes Community College-John Robert Madison (Youth)-W.A. (Bill) Barksdale, Jr.- Hall-FE (5) FE (7) Jackson St. Univ.-Alfonso Wadsworth Madison: St Matthew's (Senior)-David Crump, Jr.-FE (6) Carroll-FE (1) Jackson St Univ Wesley Fnd- Zachary Madison: St Matthew's (Assoc)-Harold Beasley-FE(1) Claude (Rusty) White-FE (3) MS State Hospital (Chaplain)-Gary Hilton Madison: St Matthews (Assoc)-Helen Knight-FE (3) Kimberly Parker-FD (3) Thresholds Counseling and Consulting- Magee: First-Jerry Horton-FE (1) Kristen Williams Matheny-FE (1) Mendenhall-Jeffre H Dalton-FE (2) The One Foundation-Sylvia Blackwell-FE Metro Jackson: New Church-John Hugh (1) Tate-FE (3) Monterey-John Robert Hall-FE (1) Deacons Appointed Beyond the Local Morton Circuit-Christian Banner- Noah Church Moore RE (1) Piney Woods School(Chaplain)-Alicia Morton Circuit-New Chapel (Asst)- Dino Lynette Beam-Ingram-FD (3) Terrell PL(1) MS Band of Choctaw Indians (Child/Adol Morton Circuit-Ebenezer (Asst)-Joseph B. Coord)-Eugene A. Van Every-FD (10) Hicks-RA (7) Tougaloo College(Professor)-Loye B. Morton: First-Frederick Leon Gerber-FL (2) Ashton-FD (3) 150 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
Greenwood District District Superintendent-Victoria L. White- Grenada: Vincent-Carl Ezekiel Jackson-AM FE (3) (3) Acona-Black Hawk-Enon-Rickey Lloyd Holcomb-Rickey Lee Shepherd-PL (4) Reece-PL (6) Hollandale-De Smith-PE (1) Avon-Glen Allan-Timothy Thomas Prather- Indianola: Christ-Gary Lee Howse-FE (2) FE (2) Indianola: First-David A. Hill-FE (3) Barlow-Kordell Sims-PL (4) Indianola: First-Elisha Allen Bailey, Jr.-RE Barwick-Kenyun LaCale Johnson-PL (2) (22) Belzoni Circuit-Anjohnette W. Gibbs-FE Indianola: Rasberry-Mark Anthony Jones-FL (22) (7) Belzoni: First- Rwth Samson Ashton-FE (2) Inverness-Caile-Isola-Grover Glenn, III-FE Benoit-Pace-David E. Rhea-RE (12) (2) Binford Chapel-James Earp Forrest-PL (7) Itta Bena: First-Billy Ray Stonestreet-FE (1) Boyle-Linn-Jeff Tollison-PL (1) Itta Bena: Samuel Chapel-Marjorie Walker- Carrollton-Diane Lemmon-FE (1) FE (8) Chapel Hill-Jack Marshall-FL(2) John Wesley-Walden Chapel-Kevin Young, Cleveland: First-Billy Norman Owen-FE (7) Jr.-FL (1) Cleveland: St. Luke-Shipman Chapel-Dixie Kilmichael Parish-Andrea Kersh Johnson-FE R. Holder-Cummings-FE (4) (4) Mound Bayou: Wesley-Kenyun LaCale Leland-Cecil Rhodes-OE (3) Johnson-PL (4) Lexington: First-Jack Earl Wooten III-FL (3) Columbiana-Midway-Robert Louis King, Martin Grove-James L. Ross-PL (13) Sr.-FL (7) Merigold-Billy Norman Owen-FE (7) Drew-Todd Lemmon-FL (1) Minter City-Jimmy R. Stauddy-RA (8) Durant: First-West-Hal Hall-PE (1) Moorhead-Sunflower-Franklin Wilson Ray- Ebenezer (Holmes)-Jack Earl Wooten III-FL RE (7) (3) Ebenezer: Mt. Zion-Juanita W. Cook-PL (1) Epworth-Olivear Herron-PL (7) Poplar Springs-Good Hope-Johnnie Lee Franklin-Kordell Sims-PL (2) Collins-FL (14) Galilee-Treadwell-Kordell Sims-PL (1) Rollins-Willie Williams-PL (8) Georgeville-Terry Williams-PL (2) Rosedale-Gunnison-Travis Hugh Holder- Glendora-Mary Ruth Hutson-FE (2) Cummings-FE (4) Goodman-Bobby Ray Cain-RL (7) Ruleville Circuit-Claude Raine-FL (15) Greenville: First-Bradley Hodges-FE (2) Ruleville: First-Mary Ruth Hutson-FE (2) Greenville: Grace-Cecil Rhodes-OE (3) Shady Grove-Kilmichael: Mt.Zion-Benton Greenville: Hope Ministries-Matthew C. Tanner-PL (6) Pharis-FE (3) Shaw-Gary Lee Howse-FE (2) Greenville: Revels-Peggy Gibson-PE (1) Shelby-Diane Elliott-SY (1) Greenville: Trinity-Davis Roy Carothers, Sidon-Diane Lemmon-FE (1) Jr.-FE (5) Spring Grove-Rocky Hill-Walter C. Greenwood: Decell-Robert L. Cartlidge-PL Hughley-RE (5) (17) Spring Hill-Sheldon Vernard Williams-SY Greenwood: First-Valley Hill-Glenn Ervin (6) Seefeld-FE (9) Union Memorial-Johnnie Lee Collins-FL Greenwood: First-Valley Hill-Audrey (10) Rebecca Wimberley-FD (6) Vaiden-Calvin Brister Cosnahan-PL (3) Greenwood: St. John’s-Billy Ray Stonestreet- Vaiden: Haven-Juanita W. Cook-PL (4) FE (1) Winona: Haven-Carrollton: Vincent-Ada C. Greenwood: St. John’s(Assoc)-Veronica Williams-PE (4) Pritchard-FL 2) Winona: Moore Memorial-New Hope- Greenwood: Wesley-Ever Jean Burt-FE (3) Lawrence A. Creel-FE (3) Grenada: First-Guss Jenkins Shelly-FE (3) Extension Ministry Grenada: Grace-Gore Springs-Jack Marshall- US Marines (Chaplain)-Richmond E. FL (2) Stoglin-FE (5) The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009 151
Greenwood District (Staff)-Ever Jean Burt- Deacons Appointed Beyond the Local FE (3) Church Wesley Fnd. Holmes CC-Kevin Young, Jr.- General Bd of Discipleship-Linda R. FL (1) Whited-FD (22) Wesley Fnd. MDCC-Rachel Evelyn Pitts-FE Wesley Fnd. DSU-William Edward Willis- (8) FD (6) Wesley Fnd. MVSU-Marjorie Walker-FE (8) Grace Network- Gary Lee Howse-FE- (2)
Hattiesburg District District Superintendent-Richard Michael Hattiesburg: Main St (Diaconal) -Ed Walker- Hicks-FE (2) DM (21) Antioch-Lannis Lee May-FE (2) Hattiesburg: Main St (Assoc)–Travis Asbury-Jason Edward Harms -FE 3) Carpenter-FL (2) Bassfield-Glenn Shows-PL (1) Hattiesburg: Main St (Assoc)-Linda Dixon- Batson-Richard Tapp-SY (8) PE (1) Bay Springs Circuit-Ray Howard-FL (2) Hattiesburg: Main St (Assoc)-Chris Bay Springs-Holders-David Slaughter-FE (1) Klingenfus-PL (1) Beaumont: Bolton Chapel-Huston Hartfield- Hattiesburg: Parkway Heights-Thomas PL (2) Edwin Rester-FE (4) Boyles Chapel-Lannis Lee May-FE (2) Hattiesburg: Parkway Heights (Assoc)-Julian Brooklyn-Trudy Cessna-RL (1) Lamar Davis, Jr.-FD (5) Buckatunna-State Line-John Willis Hattiesburg: Parkway Heights (Assoc)- Cochran-RE (7) Jonathan Wallace-PE (3) Carson-Goodhope-Dianna Deaton-FL (2) Hattiesburg: Parkway Heights (Associate)- Cedar Grove-Sylvarena-Fred H. Read-RL (6) David Carey Sellers-FE (5) Chapel Hill-Delicia Henderson-PL (2) Hattiesburg: St Paul-Mattie D. Gipson-FE Clara-Jesse F Long-PL (7) (6) Collins-Roger Puhr-FE (1) Hattiesburg: West Lake-Clint Gill-RE (1) Dixie-Bobby L. Brewer-FL (5) Hebron- W. Z. Manning-RL (2) Dudley Chapel-Llewellyn Peyton-SY (1) Hebron(Wayne County)-Randy G. James-FL Ellisville: First-Jeffrey Stephan Shannon-FE (7) (7) Heidelberg-Joe Lofton-RE (3) Fairfield-Billie Joe Hayes-RE (2) Hickory Grove-Rob Grant-PE (1) Eminence-Roger Puhr-FE (1) Laurel: First-Eugene L. Horton-FE (2) Gitano-Steve Tillman-RL (1) Laurel: Franklin-Jimmy Dobson-FE (1) Glade-Mary Cecele McDonald-PL (11) Laurel: Kingston-Mark E. Covington-FE (10) Hattiesburg: Bentley Chapel-St John- Laurel: Mallalieu-Frank Lee Gipson-FL (8) Godfrey Stepney-PL (4) Laurel: St Paul-Tanya Edwards-Evans-PE (1) Hattiesburg: Court Street-Bruce Jerry Case- Laurel: West Laurel-Brian Gordon FE (1) FE (5) Louin-Read’s Chapel-Leonard A. Beatty-PL Hattiesburg: Glendale-Roger A. Flowers-FE (6) (11) Lumberton Circuit-Claude D. Phillips-RL Hattiesburg: Grandview-Will McLaurin-SY (16) (2) Lumberton-Maxie-Jodie Cothen-FE (1) Hattiesburg: Heritage-Thomas E. Artmann Mamie C. Weaver-TBS Jr-FE (10) McLain-James Edwards-RE (18) Hattiesburg: Heritage(Assoc)-James Porter- McLain Circuit-Irvin King-PL (2) FE (3) McLaurin-Ray E. Crawford-PL (8) Hattiesburg: Heritage(Assoc) -Patrick Hutto- Mize-Glenn Howell-RE (4) FD (4) Montrose-Garlandville-Joe Garvin-SY (3) Hattiesburg: Main Street (Lead)-Vicki Loflin Moselle-Rodney Smith-RA (3) Hughes-FE (4) Mount Olive(Jones County)-Rodney Smith- RA (4) 152 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
Mount Olive: St James: Anne McLean-PL Waynesboro: Mt Zion/Pleasant Ridge-Calvin (2) Johnson-SY (2) Mount Olive-Ovee Cornell-FL (4) Waynesboro: First - Robert Paul McDonald- Mount Zion-Billy Joe Hayes-RE (4) FE (4) New Augusta-Beaumont-Sammy Napier-PL Wesley Chapel-Calvin Triplett-PL (2) (2) Williamsburg-Lone Star-Rob Webb-FL (3) Oak Grove-Robert Mark Anderson-FE (8) Winchester-Jesse F. Long–PL (7) Ovett-Cecele McDonald-PL (3) Paulding-Louis Johnson-FE (1) Extension Ministry Petal-David Wilson-FL (3) Alpha Project (Exec Dir)-Susan L. Philadelphia-Mark E. Covington-FE (7) Woodard-FE (13) Pleasant Grove-Randy G. James-FL (9) Hattiesburg District (staff)-Trudy Cessna-RL Pleasant Valley-Freeman Jones-RA (2) (6) Prentiss-Santee-Charles Waddell-FE (4) St Joseph Hosp-(Chaplain)-Dorothy Dale Providence-Sarah Windham-FL (1) Owen-FE (21) Purvis-Tallowah-Raymond Anthony US Army(Chaplain)-Charles Burton McDonald-FE (2) Campbell-FE (7) Richton-Lamar Massingill -FE (5) Wesley Fnd JCJC (Dir) Jeffrey S. Shannon- Salem-Jody L. Smith-PL (4) FE (7) Sand Hill-Elbert Lavon Smith-PL (4) Wesley Fnd USM (Dir)-Dawn Douglas Sandersville-Brian Gordon-FE (1) Flowers-FE (5) Seminary/Oakdale-Michael Lips-FE (2) Wesley Hospital (Chaplain)-Roger A. Soules Chapel-Will McLaurin-SY (1) Flowers-FE (25) Stringer-Old Bay Springs-Frank Newell-PE AL/W FL Conf-Shane Stanford (346.1)-FE (1) (1) Sumrall-Erin Grant-PE (1) Vossburg-Joe Lofton-RE (3) Deacon Appointed Beyond Local Church Wayne County Circuit-Jody L. Smith-PL (9) DREAM-Julie P. Collins-FD (3) Wayne Haven-Sarah Windham-FL (3) Waynesboro: Frostbridge-Shirley Chambers- FL (2) Meridian District District Superintendent-Timothy Charles Desoto-Quitman Circuit-Mack Chambers- Thompson -FE (3) PL (2) Andrew Chapel-Gilbert H. Prince-FE (4) Desoto-Shubuta-Willie J. Young-FL (2) Bethel-Hubert Rutherford, Sr.-RA (16) Elizabeth-Lauderdale:Pleasant Grove-Johnny Bethel-James Chapel-Lonnie Nicholson-RL Rankin-PL (2) (11) Enterprise-Susie Aline Jones-FE (2) Chunky- Robert C. Dominy, Jr.-SY (1) Enterprise Circuit-James William Hare-RL Cleveland Charge-Lavelle Woodrick-RE (2) (6) Cokers Chapel-Paul Roller - PE (3) Hickory-Frank Kirtley-PL (4) Collinsville-Thomas Alan Randall-AM (4) Lake Charge-Rebecca Smith-PL (3) Concord-Susie Aline Jones-FE (2) Lake Circuit-Kerry Johnson-PL (1) Cooks Chapel-Mars Hill-Thomas Coy Lauderdale-Larry Davis Wilkinson, Sr.-AM Miller-PL (8) (13) Cooper’s Chapel-Michael Evans-FL (1) Lauderdale(Assoc)-James Martin Harrison- Coy-Stallo-Ron Lloyd Schwake-PE (2) RE (3) Daleville-Wilton D. Pigott-RE (10) Lynville-Mellen-Chris Gully-PL (2) Decatur-Bruce Taylor-FE (1) Marion-Paul Ford Knight-FE (4) DeKalb Circuit-H. Owen Gordon, Jr.-FE (7) Meridian Parish-Sam Anderson–FL (3) DeKalb Parish-Delmar Wayne Bass, Sr.-FE Meridian: Bonita-Lewis Douglas May-PL (7) (8) Meridian: Central-Len D. Bobo-DM (6) DeKalb-Union-Richard Williams-AM (5) Meridian: Central-Tommy D. Gilbert-RE Desoto-Hongsik Yoo–FE (3) (16) The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009 153
Meridian: Central(Assoc)-Amy Roller–PE Pleasant Hill-Kenny McGill–PL (2) (3) Porterville-Charles Alfred Robbins-RE (10) Meridian: Central- David S. Price-FE (2) Preston-Deemer-Bennie Arthur Pollock-RL Meridian: Central-Robert H. Peden-FD (15) (11) Meridian: Druid Hills-Lost Gap-Mitchell Quitman: First-Shubuta-Ronald A (Ron) McDonald-FE (1) Stanley-FE (2) Meridian: Hawkins Memorial-Walton Eddie Quitman: First-Shubuta (Youth Worker)- Edwards-SY (1) TBS Meridian: Oak Grove-Dale Edward Moore- Quitman: Grace-Charlotte Malone-PL (2) PL (7) Rose Hill-Kathy Price-FL (3) Meridian: College Park-Kenneth Owen–FL Rose Hill-Garlandville-Theodore Cole, Sr.- (3) PL (10) Meridian: Poplar Springs Drive-Robert Noel Sageville-Pamela E. Randall-FL (3) Gill-FE (6) Sandtown-Longino-Walter E. Goldsmith-FE Meridian: Haven-Daleville: St Mark- (2) Cynthia A. Cross-FE (7) Scooba Circuit-Jimmy David Jones-PL (6) Meridian: St. Paul-St. Elizabeth-Martha Scooba-Binnsville-Jamie Bailey-FL (1) Williams-FE (1) Shubuta Parish-Charlie R. Boose-FL (12) Meridian: Wesley-Curtis Dearman Lucy-PL Spring Hill-Paul L. Raley-PL (27) (4) New St. Matthew-Dock Everett-RL (5) MS UM Choctaw Mission-Jon Walters-OE St. Peter-Meridian:Wesley Chapel-Leon (3) Cooper-PL (1) MS UM Choctaw Mission(Assoc)-Daniel Stonewall-Luther Robertson-FE (1) Lee Tubby-PL (7) Suqualena-Jimmie E. Gunn-RA (8) Newton First-Edward Paul (Ed) Saunders-FE Sylvester-Wesley Chapel-Gary Hampton-FL (2) (6) North Bend-Charles Rayner Luke-PL (6) Tabernacle-Willie Kinslow-PL (1) Pachuta-George A. Pugh-FE (11) Union-Mt. Zion-Len Edward McRaney-PE Philadelphia Parish-Anthony J (A J) (5) Murray-PE (2) Wesley Chapel-Pamela E. Randall-FL (6) Philadelphia Southside-Hope-Jeffery Michael Sims-PL (2) Extension Ministry Philadelphia: First-Henrys Chapel-Fred S. US Army(Chaplain)-Charlene Cheney-FE Britton-FE (5) (1) Pleasant Grove-Paul Ford Knight-FE (4) Wesley Fnd-ECCC-Bruce Taylor-FE (1) Pleasant Grove(Assoc)-Lynne Elizabeth Wesley Fnd-MCC- Lynne Elizabeth Anderson-PL (8) Anderson-PL (8)
New Albany District District Superintendent–Jerry B. Beam–FE Blue Mountain–Jerry Bonds–PL (3) (4) Booneville: Christ-Lebanon–Bennie Napier– Abbeville Charge-Juanita Booker–AM (3) FL (1) Abbeville Charge(Assoc)-Marvin Quarles- Booneville: First–Phillip Box-FE (7) PL (1) Booneville: First- (Assoc-Youth)-Adam Ailesville Charge–Mary Ann Veasley-PL (1) Louis Gordon-PE (2) Ashland: William Vance Kemp-RE (15) Booneville: Grace/Thrasher–Gary Glazier- Baldwyn: First-Asbury, Wayne Napier–FE FL(4) (2) Carolina-Pisgah: Dwain Whitehurst–FE (3) Baldwyn: First-Asbury(Assoc)-Robert Corinth: Box Chapel–Mary Lou Tickell- RE McCoy-RA (2) (2) Belmont–Greg Forbus–FL (4) Corinth: Christ- Crossroads-Jim Hall–FL (1) Bethel–Jerry Kelly–RL (13) Corinth: First–Prentiss Gordon, Jr.–FE (1) Biggersville/Shady Grove–Jimmy Glover– Corinth: Gaines Chapel–Tony Pounders-FE RL(13) (7) 154 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
Corinth: Mt. Carmel–TBA Oxford:Christ/Cambridge/Abbeville-James Corinth: Mt Moriah–Sapada Thomas–PL (6) Peterman-FL (10) East Prentiss Parish–Steve Powell–PL (6) Oxford East–William Clay Farr-SY (1) Falkner–Daniel Darling–PL (9) Oxford: The Orchard–Pat Ward–FL (3) Golden Chapel / Old Bethel-Bobby Oxford: University UMC–Warren Black Hankins-RE (3) Jr.–FE (14) Hickory Flat–Brownie Tohill-RL (10) Oxford: University UMC (Assoc)-Claire Hopewell / Indian Springs–Rick Wells-PL Dobbs-FE (6) (4) Oxford South, Taylor-Rebecca Annette Ingomar / Mt. Zion–Kerry Powell–PE (4) Ford- PL (15) Iuka: First–Jon Kaufman–FE (3) Pine Flat–Chris Kelly–PL (3) Iuka North–Robert Armstrong–FL (1) Oxford: St. Andrews -John Kramer–FE (7) Iuka South–Aubrey Boren–RE (3) Potts Camp–Don Newton–PL (5) Iuka South (Assoc) (Spring Hill)–J.B. Ripley: Adkins Chapel/Union Grove–James Burns–SY (6) Dye-FE (9) Iuka West–Ann Kaufman–FE (2) Ripley: First–Andy Stoddard–FE (3) Jumpertown–Jason Franklin–PE (1) Ripley: Moses Chapel-Joe Stone Sr.-PL (7) Kossuth / Pleasant Hill–Trey Lambert–FE (5) Ripley: St. Paul–Joe Stone Sr.-PL (15) Liberty–Walter Downs–FL (4) Salem / Friendship/Union Hill–Kyle Ivy-PE Lowry Circuit–Co-Pastor-Michael (Doc) (3) Shelton–PL (24) Tippah Circuit–William G. Johnson–FE (6) Lowry Circuit–Co-Pastor-Scott Falgout-PL Tishomingo South-Dennis-Earl McAnally- (4) FE (4) Mt. Pleasant / Brownfield–Larry Dollar–PL Tishomingo-TBS (27) Tishomingo Trinity–Charles McGill–PL (4) Myrtle / Ebenezer–Keith Williams–FE (2) Walnut–Jay Biedenharn–FL (2) New Albany: Bethlehem–Jeff Lawrence–FE Wheeler/Meadow Creek–Ricky Bishop–FL (7) (1) New Albany Calvary/Mt. Olivet–Creighton White–PE (6) Extension Ministry New Albany: First–Barry Male-FE (1) AL/W FL Conf-Jimmy Boone (346.1)-FE (3) New Albany First (Assoc-Yth)-Amanda Approved Evangelist–Herbert Dale Hathorn- Gordon-PE (3) New Albany Glenfield– FE (7) Earl Cooper–RA (7) Birmingham Southern College (Chaplain)– New Albany: Mallalieu/St. Mary–W.T. John Richardson-FE (3) Mayfield-FE (21) Riley Hospital Chaplain–Daniel Young-FE Oxford:Burns/ Hammitt Hill–Deborah (13) Palmer–FE (6) Wesley Fnd-NEMCC–Adam Gordon-PE (1) Oxford:Burns/Hammitt Hill(Assoc)-Marvin Wesley Fnd– Ole Miss – D. Merricks FL (3) Gipson-PL (4) Seashore District District Superintendent: William T. Biloxi:Heritage–David Lee Cumbest–FE (7) McAlilly–FE (4) Biloxi:Leggett Memorial–James Lee Sturm– Americus Parish: Crossroads-Refuge– OE (7) Hillman Barlow Miller, Jr.–FE (1) Biloxi:St. Paul-Gulfport: Mt. Pleasant– Americus Parish:Pleasant Hill-Salem– Lindsey Robinson–FE (3) Gilbert Eddwin White–FE (6) Bolton Chapel – H. C. Hill–RA (2) Bay St. Louis:Main Street–Heather Kaye Bonnie Chapel–J A Sharp–RE (18) Hensarling–FE (2) Byrd-Wesley–Carl Heberg–FL (4) Bay St. Louis:Valena C. Jones-Holmes Caswell Springs–Brian Francis Scott–FE (1) Chapel–Bobby McGill–FE (16) Cedar Lake–Garry Evan Ruff–PE (2) Big Point-Rosedale–Kevin C. Bradley–PL Clermont Harbor-Stan Lowrey-OR (1) (3) Coalville–Joseph Harry Reynolds–FE (6) Biloxi:Beauvoir–Michelle Bailey–FE (2) Delisle: Mt. Zion–Rose Mary Hayes Biloxi:First–Edwin Close Kirby–FE (1) Williams–FE (14) The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009 155
Diamondhead–David Lamar Newton–FE (4) Ocean Springs: St. Paul (Assoc Min. of El Pueblo/The Village – Sally Bevill–FE (2) Christian Education & Adm)–Sheila R. Fayard Chapel–William N. Milsted–SY (3) Cumbest – FD (2) Gateway–Stephen Lawrence Sparks–FE (4) Ocean Springs: Wesley–David C. Keller–AM Gautier: First–James Melvin Salter–FE (2) (6) Gulfport: Burton Memorial–Stirman L. Pascagoula: Eastlawn–Gene Ford Vance–FE Williamson–RL (7) (3) Gulfport: First–Charles Andrew Johnson–FE Pascagoula: Faith–Edward A. Tyndall–RL (6) (3) Pascagoula: First–James Twiner–FE (3) Gulfport: Handsboro–John Marion McCay, Pascagoula: First (Assoc.)-Sherrill Stanley III,–FE (2) Judy-PD (2) Gulfport: Haven Chapel–Wilmer Nathaniel Pascagoula-Gautier–J. W. Crawley–FL (10) DeDeaux–PL (13) Pass Christian: First/Waveland-Robert Gulfport: St. Mark-Riley Chapel-Phillip W. Gales–SY(1) Heidelberg–FE (1) Pass Christian: St. Paul-Theodore R. Gulfport: Trinity–James Richard Curtis–FE Williams, Jr.-AM (6) (3) Pearlington–Richard F. Handy–PL (3) Gulfport: Trinity (Assoc.)–Betty Weaver–FL Picayune: First–David L. Lowery–FE (6) (4) Picayune: Trinity–William Earl Matthews–FE Hurley: Roy Benjamin Barlow–FE (1) (2) Leakesville–Max D. Lightsey–FL (2) Poplar Head-Saucier–Stacy Joe Douglas–FE Long Beach: Christ/Gulfport: Ramsay (1) Memorial–Patrick Thompson–FE (2) Poplarville–Jeffrey Grant Pruett–FE (2) Long Beach: First–Roderick Elliot Dickson- Red Hill–Victor Chatham–FE (2) Rishel–FE (1) Roberts Chapel–James Earl Herndon–RE (2) Long Beach: First (Assoc)–Anna Fleming– Safe Harbor–Thomas Lee Potter–FE (3) SY(1) Shipman-Winborn Chapel–Cecil Eric Lucedale Circuit–Willie Gore–FL (5) Locke–FL (2) Lucedale: First–Donald Lee Russell–FE (1) St. Rock–Elvina Barnes–PL (4) Lucedale: Grace/Tanners Chapel-Harrell Summerville-Davis Chapel–Willie Lee Hill, Moore-PL (2) Jr.–FL (11) Lucedale: Wesley Chapel–Roy Graphenreed– Sweetwater–Douglas Sam Craft–PL (8) PL (2) Sweetwater (Assoc)–Shondreka B. Craft–PL Mentorum–Bobby Thornhill–FL (7) (6) Merrill Chapel–Charles Evans–SY (1) Vancleave- Mt. Pleasant–Robert Elver Midway–Patricia Ward Twiner–AM (3) Murden–FE (3) Mississippi City–Denise Donnell–FE (1) Weems Chapel–Gloria Hogan McKinney–FE Moss Point: Dantzler Memorial–David B. (5) Greer–FE (5) White Plains–Robert DeWitte Jones, Jr.–RE Moss Point: St. Paul–Robert E. Pittman–FE (9) (3) Wiggins: Bond–Larry Pickering–PL (3) New Church Start–Nathaniel Barkum–PL Wiggins: First–Larry Gene White–FE (8) (1) Wiggins:H.A. Brown Memorial-Elijah Newton Chapel–Marcus Peters–PL (1) Mitchell–AM (2) Nugent–Larry Hudson Hilliard–FE (6) Nugent (Assoc) – Terry Lynn Hilliard–FE (1) Extension Ministry Ocean Springs: St. James–LaSonya DeBose– Cargill Associates–Kurt Appel-FE (6) PL (1) Memorial Hospital-Gulfport (Cntr for Behav Ocean Springs: St. Paul–Christopher Oris Health)–Dorothy Jane Dickson-Rishel–FE Cumbest–FE (3) (12) Ocean Springs: St. Paul (Assoc Min. of Moore Community House(Dir)-Alice Carol Evangelism)–Clifton Louis Burris–FE (4) Burnett-FE (7) Ocean Springs: St. Paul (Assoc Min. of National Guard (Chaplain)–Toby Eugene Missions & Children)–Leanne Bennett Lofton–FE (2) Burris–FE (4) TN Conference (346.1)-Eugene Martino-FE (1) 156 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
Deacons Appointed Beyond the Local on Relief)–Felix Lloyd Rollins–FD (1) Church International Relief & Dev (Sr. Tech Adv Senatobia District District Superintendent-Victoria Sizemore- Longtown Charge(Pleasant Grove)-Kenneth Baldwin-FE (7) White-PL (8) Bakers Chapel-Charles Harold Reed-FE (3) Love Station-Charles Joseph Bursi, Jr. –PL Barton-Waid Wilkes-RE (7) (8) Batesville:First-Pat W. Ludlam-FE (4) Lula-Friars Point-James Cox-RA (1) Batesville: St. Paul-Kent Russell Brown-PL Lyon-Howard Charles Langford-SY (12) (10) Marks-Lambert-Charles D. Simmons-FE Byhalia-James Phelan (Jim) Biedenharn, (10) Jr.-FE (3) Mineral Wells-Scott Gregory Larsen-FE (9) Charleston-Tippo-Tommy Stephenson-FL Mineral Wells (Minister of Discipleship)- (3) Catherine Parker Larsen-FD (9) Clarksdale: First-Andy Cotten-FE (1) Minor Memorial-Gary Thompson-FE (1) Clarksdale: Haven-Ozell Landfair, Sr.-PE (4) Mt. Pleasant-Ronald Scott Broughton-PL Clarksdale: St. Pauls-Timothy T. Beard-FE (3) (2) New Church Start-Stephen Bittick-FE (1) Cockrum-Lewisburg-David Huffman-FE (1) New Church Start-Hispanic Ministries- Coffeeville-Danny Harold Minnix-AM (3) Goyo De la Cruz-FL (1) Coldwater-Arkabutla-Rickey L. Haynes-FL New Church Start-Hispanic Ministries-Luz (7) Campos-PL (1) Como-Wesley Chapel-Tom Atkins-FE (1) Oakland Charge-James Clay Baker-RE(21) Como Parish-Gary Thomas Newton-SY (6) Olive Branch: Maples Memorial-John W. Courtland Charge-Allen McGraw-PL (2) Sudduth, Jr.-FE(5) Crenshaw-Michael Lobasso-FE (7) Panola Charge-John Douglas Pepper-FE (9) Eudora-Edward C. Norris-FE (9) Paris-TBS Fountainhead-Milton Koon-PL (2) Pleasant Hill-David Charles Laird, Jr.-FE (5) Free Springs-Troy Barton-PL (4) Pope Charge-Chris Cooksey-FL (1) Getwell Road-William T. Beavers-FE (10) Rice’s Chapel-Early Grove-Walter Raymond Greenleaf-Palestine-Joseph R. Lawson-AM Myers-PL (5) (4) Robinsonville-Milton Boyd-RE (1) Hernando-Danny Neil Dabbs-FE (9) Sardis-Davis Chapel-Dayna Loretta Goff-FE Hernando(Discipleship)-Amy Lann Daniels- (3) FD (9) Senatobia: First-Jeff Switzer-FE (2) Hinds Chapel-Horn Lake-Cyrus Ray Owens- Southaven:First-Jimmy C Glass-FE (7) FE (10) Trinity (Co-pastor)-Eddie Eugene Ward-PL Holly Springs: Asbury-Edward Charles (8) Moses-FE (3) Trinity (Co-pastor)-Emma Sue Ward-PL (8) Holly Springs: Asbury-Calvins Chapel- Tunica: First-Ellis Ray Branch-FE (3) Edward Charles Moses-FE (3) Tutwiller Parish-Cecil Jerry Wages-PL (10) Holly Springs: Asbury-St. Marys-Eddie Joe Victoria-Red Banks-Anita Wilburn Lawson- Ford-PL (10) PL (4) Holly Springs: Asbury-Strickland- Water Valley: First-Bethlehem-Barry D. McDonald-Herman Flemons-PL (6) Dickerson-FE (5) Holly Springs: Asbury-Taylors Chapel-Keith Water Valley: North Main-John B Rhodes- Mason-PL (3) SY (6) Holly Springs:First-Waterford-Milton Webb-Sumner-Cecil Jerry Wages-PL (11) Whatley-FE (1) Independence-Hebron-David Meadows-AM Extension Ministry (1) Appvd. Evangelist-John Douglas Pepper-FE Lifespring-Rick Williams-FE (11) (8) Longtown Charge-Wesley Pepper-PL (1) Iowa Conf (346.1)-Glenn Dale Ray-FE (7) The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009 157
East Jefferson Parish Hosp-Dorothy Clare Rust College (Chaplain)-Brenda McCaskill- Biedenharn-FE (1) PE (1) Meth. Hosp Memphis (Chaplain)-Joseph T. Wesley Fnd. CCC (Dir.)-Ozell Landfair, Sr.- Ranager-FE (16) PE (4) MN Conf(346.1)-Tiffany Jo McDonald-FE Wesley Fnd.-NWCC(Dir.)-David Huffman- (3) FE (1) Starkville District District Superintendent-Robert E. Rambo- Louisville: First-Michael F. Childs-FE (5) FE (3) Louisville: Hopewell-Charles W. Kelly-PL Ackerman: First-Bryan Carrubba-FE (3) (3) Ackerman: Mt. Hermon-Ronald S. Louisville: Maple Springs-David Malone-PL Jefferson-PL (11) (4) Artesia-Nancy Bishop-FD (3) Louisville: Piney Grove-David Malone-PL Bellefontaine-Raleigh Richter-PL (2) (5) Brooksville Circuit-Jerry Hinton-PL (3) Louisville South-Larry Joe Haggard, Sr.-FE Brooksville- Crawford-Howard N. Carroll- (5) RL (6) Louisville: Wesley-James Morris-FL (1) Buffalo-Ethel-Leon Miller-PL (6) Louisville West-Thomas M. Dowd-FL (5) Caledonia-Benjamin Hartford Butler–PE (2) Louisville: Whitehall-Allison Stacey Parvin- Cedar Bluff-Siloam-David Schultz-PL (1) PE (1) Columbus Circuit-Anthony Ashford-PL (7) Maben-Scarlet Sheppard-SY (1) Columbus: Broadacres-Ronald D. Thomas- Macon Circuit-Robert Glenn Miller, Jr.-PL FL (5) (18) Columbus: Central-Jonathan Speegle-FL (1) Macon: First-Robert E. Whiteside-RE (1) Columbus: First-Samuel O. Morris-FE (8) Macon: St. Paul Circuit-Robert Payne Scott, Columbus: First (Assoc)-Stylon A Proctor- Sr.-PL (8) FE (7) Mathiston-Franklin Cordell Lowe-RL (8) Columbus: First (Assoc)-Chad D. Kingsbury- McAdams-Lamar Boyd-PL (3) OD(346.1) (5) McCool Circuit-Doyle Mitchell-RE (3) Columbus: First (Assoc)-Anne Russell Nanih Waiya-Inge Halbert-RE (3) Bradley-PL (5) Noxapater-Chance May-FL (2) Columbus: New Hope-Andrew N. Pearson- Noxubee Circuit-Rickey E. Lawson-PL (9) FE (2) Palestine-Cary Sutphin-PL (2) Columbus: St. James-Fredrick Henry Brown- Shaeffer’s Chapel-Curtis Bray-FL (8) RE (5) Shuqualak-Macedonia-DeWayne Warren-FE Columbus: St. Stephens-James M. Black-FL (2) (6) Shuqualak: Asbury-Antra Geeter-SY (4) Columbus: Wesley-Andrew N. Pearson-FE Starkville: Aldersgate-George Buell-FE (3) (3) Starkville: First-Danny R Rowland-FE (7) Columbus: Wesley (Assoc)-Pamela Starkville: First (Assoc)-Greg Ducker-PE (1) Cameron-PE (2) Starkville: First (Assoc)-David Shumaker-PE Crawford: Wright’s Chapel-Ethel Parker–PL (1) (3) Starkville: Griffin – Eddie Lee Jones-FE (8) Ethel-Adam Byrd Hillman, Jr.-RE (9) Starkville: Griffin (Assoc)-Rochelle Minor- Eupora: First-Trey Harper-FE (3) PL (4) Eupora: Lebanon-Raleigh Richter-PL (3) Starkville: Lindsey Chapel/Plair-Ken Casey- Eupora: Liberty-Jimmy L. Forrest-FL (7) PL (4) Kosciusko Circuit-Phillip McDaniel-SY (1) Starkville: New Zion–Tyrone Michael Kosciusko: First-Don Patterson–FE (2) Stallings-FL (12) Kosciusko: Wesley-David Henry McCoy-PE Starkville: Rock Hill-Jerome Wilson-PL (3) (1) Sturgis-Big Creek(co pastor)-James Longview Circuit-Eddie Hinton-PL (4) Threadgill-RL (1) Longview- Adaton-Bradford Darrell Sturgis-Big Creek(co pastor)-Jean Robinson-PE (7) Threadgill- RL (1) 158 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
Sturgis: Boyd Chapel-Roosevelt Gage-PL (7) King-FE (39) Tibbee: Jones Chapel-Ross Crawford -PL (6) MS Conf Pension Liaison – A. Byrd Webster Circuit-Nelson Forrest-PL (22) Hillman, Jr.-RE (9) Weir: First Unity-Salem-Lyndon B. Geeter- Trinity Place(Chaplain)-James Ronald PL (9) McDougald-FE (8) Weir–Salem(co pastor)-James Threadgill-RL Wesley Fnd–MSU–Hugh Griffith, Jr.-FE (1) (15) Weir-Salem(co pastor)-Jean Threadgill-RL Wesley Fnd.-FLA. U (346.1) – David (1) Fuquay-FE (4) West Point: Christ-Mike Hunter-PL (3) West Point: First-Donald Lee Bishop-FE (6) Deacons Appointed Beyond the Local West Point: St. Paul-Dean Everette Jones-FL Church (9) EMCC (Mayhew)-(Volunteer Chaplain)- Nancy Bishop-FD (3) Extension Ministry Morris Brown College TRIO Prog–Marvin
Tupelo District District Superintendent-W. Geoffrey Mantachie-Charles Ronnie Goodwin-FE Joyner-FE (1) (14) Aberdeen: First-Robert Lawrence Maugh Mooreville-Sammy Joe Washburn-AM (9) Jr-FE (3) Nettleton: First-Shiloh-David L Brooks-FL Aberdeen: St Mark-Sue Crowder McGrew- (2) FL (3) Nettleton: Palestine-Maurice A McIntosh- Aberdeen: St Peter-Benjamin Wax-FE (34) SY (1) Aberdeen: St Peter (Assoc) Jeffery E Riddle- Nettleton: Pleasant Grove-Perry Lincoln PL (7) Carr-PL (4) Algoma-Matthew McGrew-PL (1) New Chapel-Big Hill-Glenn Parks-PL (6) Amory: First-Warren Robert Coile-FE (3) New Church Start-Paul Tashiro-FE (2) Amory: St Andrews-William Timothy Sisk- New Hope Chickasaw-Donnell Cherry-PL FE (3) (8) Amory: St Matthews-William Timothy Sisk- Okolona: First-Frank R Millender-FE (4) FE (3) Okolona: First-(Assoc) William E Harrison- Amory: St James-Johniel L Henry Jr-PE (3) RE (24) Spruell Chapel-Donald Arrington-PL (7) Okolona: Mount Pisgah-Steven Owens-PE Becker-Greenbrier-Thomas R Sheffield-RE (2) (9) Okolona: Mount Pisgah(Assoc) Lavert Belden-Danny E Wilburn-FL (4) Fitzpatrick-PL (2) Bruce/Shady Grove-Rex Alan Wilburn-FE Ozark-Joe Coggins-FL (2) (9) Plantersville-Lynn Fair-PL (12) Bruce/Shady Grove-(Assoc)-Billy Q Pleasant Valley-Raiford P Wallace Jr-RE (3) McCord-RE (7) Pontotoc Parish-Maurice Smith-PE (3) Calhoun City: Lewis Memorial-David Scott Pontotoc Parish-(Assoc) Domini Henry-PL Wright-FE (5) (5) Carolina-Gavin Lance Presley-PE (2) Pontotoc Parish-(Assoc) George R Pulliam- Friendship-Harden’s Chapel-Darrell RE (1) Sanderson-AM (1) Pontotoc: Fairview-Robbs-Ginger Jones Fulton: First-James A Fisher-FE (4) Holland-FE (4) Fulton: First (Assoc)-John T Foster-PE (2) Pontotoc: First-Roger R Shock-FE (1) Greenwood Springs-Bill Cornett-SY (1) Prairie Mount-Phillip Colyer-SY (4) Hamilton-Roger F McGrew-RE (2) Saltillo-Timmy A (Tim) Green-FE (19) Houston North-Steven Paul (Rusty) Keen- Shannon-Edward Truman Thompson-FE (5) FD (1) Smithville-Charles E Coggins-FL (2) Houston South-Stephen A Lampkin-FL (4) Snowtown-Billy J Perry-FL (2) Houston: First-Phillip Dearman-FE (2) Thaxton-Ecru-William Montgomery-FL (5) The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009 159
Tranquil-Grady’s Chapel-Harrison F Extension Ministry Upshaw-RL (4) American Family Assn(Staff)-Casey M Tremont-Eugene H Stockstill-PE (5) (Buddy) Smith Jr-FE (18) Tremont-(Assoc) Casey M (Buddy) Smith Appvd. Evangelist-William Johnson Jr-FE (5) Garrott-FE (4) Tupelo: Cornerstone-William Johnson Cargill Associates-William Hall (Rocky) (John) Garrott-FE (1) Miskelly-FE (10) Tupelo: First-S Andrew Ray-FE (4) MS Methodist Senior Services-Stephen Tupelo: First-(Assoc) Elizabeth Raigan Vinson-FE (3) Miskelly-FE (5) North MS Medical Ctr(Chaplain)-James Tupelo: First-(Assoc) Jimmy E Criddle-FE Richardson-FE (16) (2) Traceway Manor-(Chaplain)-Terri Tupelo: First-(Youth) Corey Truett-PL (1) Armstrong-FE (12) Tupelo: St Luke-Frederick Lee (Rick) VA Conference-Oliver Box-FE (346.1) (1) Brooks-FE (2) Wesley Fdn-ICC-(Dir)-John T Foster-PE (2) Tupelo: St Mark-Donny R Riley-AM (6) Tupelo: St Paul-Jimmy L Barnes-FE (2) Deacons Appointed Beyond the Local Tupelo: The Orchard-Bryan D Collier-FE Church (12) Tupelo Dist Prog Staff-Steven P (Rusty) Tupelo: The Orchard (Assoc)-William T Keen-FD (5) Rambo-FL (2) Gilmore Memorial Fnd-Steven P (Rusty) Tupelo: Wesley-Raymond J Rooney Jr-FE (5) Keen-FD (3) Vardaman-Harold D. Robinson-RE (2) Verona-Palmetto-Dennis E Fink-FE (2)
West Jackson District District Superintendent-Henderson Clinton: Lynch Chapel-John Cornelius-RE Rasberry-FE (1) (5) Anguilla/Grace-Ron Gomillion-PE (2) Couparle: Frenchye Magee-PL-(1) Asbury/Kingsley Chapel-Sam Lee, Jr.-RL (3) Ellison/Pickens-Grady Bailey-RE (4) Benton/Midway-William Henry Wilkerson- Fletcher’s Chapel/Bethany-David Buchholz- FE (3) FL (2) Benton: Wesley Chapel-Sam Hawkins-RL Flora/Bentonia-David Scott Carter-FE (5) (3) Holly Bluff-Grover Greer-SY (3) Bolton: Memorial (co pastor)-John Eric Jackson: Aldersgate-Dwight Prowell-FE (5) Pridmore-FE (6) Jackson: Alta Woods (Senior)-Eric Sanford- Bolton: Memorial-(co pastor)-Lisa Ann PE (1) Pridmore-FE (6) Jackson: Alta Woods (Assoc)-Jacob Bovina/Edwards-Lister Bowdoin-FL (3) Dale(Jake) Wilson-PE (2) Bradley Chapel-Harry Hawkins-RE (5) Jackson: Anderson (Senior)-Joe Willie May- Byram: New Covenant-Jacob Wilson-PE (1) FE (8) Cary: Goodman Memorial-Beth Miller-FL Jackson: Anderson (Assoc)-Earl Wilson, (3) III-FE (5) Cayuga/Rocky Springs-Elizabeth Piazza-PL Jackson: Briarwood-Lauren Porter-FE (1) (4) Jackson: Broadmeadow-Robert C. Hill-FE Clark’s Chapel-Rachel E. Pitts-FE (6) (5) Clinton: First (Senior)-Mitchell Hedgepeth- Jackson: Central-Stephen Cook-FE (2) FE (3) Jackson: Emmanuel-Everette Ray Watts-RE Clinton: First (Assoc)-David Greene-PL (4) (19) Clinton: First (Assoc)-Clint Ware-FE (2) Jackson: Forest Hill-James Milner-RA (3) Clinton: St. John’s-Todd O. Watson-FE (4) Jackson: Galloway (Senior)-Connie Clinton: St. Paul /Blessed Trinity-Paul E. Shelton-FE (3) Luckett-FE (20) Jackson: Galloway (Senior)-Joseph Shelton- Clinton: Seven Springs-Robert Cook-PL (2) FE (3) 160 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
Jackson: Galloway (Assoc)-Emily Sanford- Vicksburg: Wesley-Bob Ford-SY (5) PE (2) Vicksburg: Lynch Chapel-Rachel Pitts-FE Jackson: Harris Memorial-Robert Carroll-PL (3) (4) Yazoo City: First: Willis Ray (Bill) Poole-FE Jackson: Leavell Woods-Sue Michael-FE (3) (1) Jackson: Middlebrook-Robert Brown-FE (1) Yazoo City : St. John's-George Butler -RA Jackson: New Church Start-Timothy (2) Howard-PL (2) Yazoo City: St. Stephen’s-Rachel Pitts-FE (5) Jackson: Pratt Memorial-Selber Mae McShepard-FE (5) Extension Ministry Jackson: St. Luke-Paul Sabin-RE (2) Center for Ministry (Dir)-Rebecca Jackson: Van Winkle-John Norman Evans- Youngblood-FE (6) AM (12) Emory & Henry College (Prof)-Joseph T. Jackson: Wells Mem(Senior)-Keith Tonkel- Reiff-FE (3) RE (41) Lutheran Epis Svcs-Sally Fran Ross-FE (4) Jackson: Wells Mem(Assoc)-Todd Watson- MS Conf(Adm Asst to Bishop)-Embra FE (5) Jackson-FE (5) Jackson: Wells Mem(Assoc)-Michelle MS Conf(Coord Reconciliation & SBC21)- Shrader-PE (2) Fitzgerald Lovett-FE (3) Louise/Silver City: Rufus Herrington-FL (1) MS Conf(Dir of Connectional Min)-Steve Madison: Parkway Hills(Senior)-Richard Casteel-FE (4) Robbins-FE (6) MS Conf(Coord Young People’s Ministry)- Madison: Parkway Hills(Assoc)-David Frank Haynes-PE (1) Morris-FL (3) MS UM Fnd(Dir of Dev)–Frank LaRue Madison: Parkway Hills(Music)-Philip Owen-FE (3) Messner-PD (1) Operation Shoestring(Staff)-Martha Ann Mt Olivet/Satartia/Wesley Chapel-Britton Alexander-FE (3) Maxwell-RA (1) Vanderbilt, Nashville (Student)-Gerald Liu- Mt. Pleasant: Cleavern Robertson-RL (1) PE (3) Pleasant Hill: Paul Barnes-PL (1) Wesley Biblical Seminary-Paul Y. Tashiro-FE Port Gibson/Hermanville-David Lee (4) Harrison,Sr-RE (11) Raymond/Learned-Michael Sahler-FE (3) Deacons Appointed Beyond the Local Redbone-Thomas Shreve-RE (6) Church Redwood/Eagle Lake-Barbara O. Hite-FE (5) Ministerial Services: Elisabeth(Lisa) Garvin- Rolling Fork-Beth Miller-FL (3) FD (1) Spring Ridge-Thomas Gene Jennings -FE Catholic Charities-Diane L. Braman-PD (2) (2) Center for Min(Assoc Dir)-Sherry Bryant Utica/Carpenter: Harold Manning-FE (1) Johnson-FD (5) Vicksburg: Crawford Street- Cary Stockett- Good Shepherd Ctr(Dir)-Thomas Emory FE (1) Miller-FD (12) Vicksburg: Gibson Mem.-Greg Hazelrig-FE Grace Counseling Ctr (Dir)-Walter L. (4) Frazier-FD (11) Vicksburg: Hawkins-Chris Young-FE (3) SEJ Adm. Council (Exec Dir)-Jimmy L. Vicksburg: Porter's Chapel-Dural Ragsdale- Carr-FD (10) FE (6) The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009 161
Section V
Reports A. Connectional Ministries Our Mission statement is “Making disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the World”. We have simplified this into two focal points: MP3 and Trans4mation. MP3 stands for “More people, more young people, more diverse people”. The phrase is one of Dr Lovett Weems 10 provocative questions that became a centerpiece of our listening sessions in the districts. Simply put it focuses on evangelism and intentional diversity. The Annual Conference has decided to staff into these foci. Steve Casteel will now focus on “more people’, evangelism. In 2009-2010 we will begin to address the long slide in membership and the dimin- ishing number of professions of faith. 10,000 doors theme at 2009 AC stimulated an incredible response. The first step will be a teaching time centered in telling “faith stories” and “knocking on doors”. The 2010 AC theme has been chosen and it is “Arise, Shine, Grow”. We will celebrate the places and people God is growing. Trans4mation is our guide as we direct our resources and attention. This part of our mission is cen- tered in the Denominational foci for this quadrennial. 4 Areas of Focus n Developing principled Christain leaders for the church and the world. n Creating new places for new people by starting congregations and renewing existing ones. n Engaging in ministry with the poor. n Stamping out killer diseases by improving health globally.Our tables will use these as guides in their efforts. Tables Our Annual Conference has decided to organize tables around 5 areas that we discerned to be core values. These tables are places of conferencing that allow us to share leadership and resources that will strengthen the local churches of our AC in these areas. Grace Network One of the practical developments of this year has been the initial development of the Grace Network. This network is especially designed to serve the small churches in the conference and to resource their pastoral and lay leadership. Strengthening The Black Church for the 21st Century (SBC21) On Saturday, April 25th 2009 at Central United Methodist Church the SBC21 Team hosted a Visionary Leadership Meeting. Rev. Candace Lewis, a national consultant led the group. The meeting included leadership training, listening and assessments of the concerns of those in attendance. The group was blessed to have Bishop Hope Morgan Ward share an inspiring message encouraging them to continue to “Open the Doors” of our churches to continue to make disciples of Jesus Christ for the Transformation of the World. This was the third listening session by SBC21 Leadership Team. The first session was a conference wide gathering held in South Jackson. The second gathering concited of thirty pastors from the Meridian district A follow up meeting on Sunday, April 26th included a written presentation of the Saturday’s participant’s feedback for the SBC-21 team to utilize in creating a strategic plan for Strengthening the Black Churches in the Mississippi Annual Conference. The feedback revealed a great need for more training & resourcing in areas of Leadership, improv- ing Worship Experience, reaching Youth & young adults, pastoral care & support of clergy (elders, full & part-time local pastors) & Communication. The recommendation was: 1. Develop an initial 12 month SBC plan with 3 month intervals including practical action to be accomplished and implemented. 2. Send 12 month Plan to all African American churches and pastors by November of 2009. 162 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
3. Send written communication to all Black Churches advising of meeting including feedback form for them to submit info about “what is needed and how SBC-21 can be a resource. 4. Maximize upcoming SBC-21 events by providing communication of upcoming events, resourc- es, & practical leadership training especially for local pastors (Annual Conference & Convocation). 5. Work with Communications Staff to get Mississippi SBC-21 website develop. 6. Continue work of selecting 10 High Potential African American UMC churches that you will assess & initially work with to “grow to the next level”. 7. Continue working with your SBC Adult, Young Adult and Youth Teams to provide Conference, District, Cluster and Local Church resource and training events to help Strengthen the Black Churches of the Mississippi Annual Conference. The SBC 21 Strategic Plan would include: A. Leadership Training n Training to address church’s relevancy in the community n Membership training classes in local churches – SBC-21 providing coursework suggestions and accessing conference media resources n Cluster Training Gatherings n Resource People for Grant writing n District wide renewal efforts, teaching and training – Lily Foundation Grant n Address classism in black churches n Train PPRC around pastoral support n Training on contemporary vs traditional worship n Motivational/inspirational events n Training on pastoral authority in Discipline n Connecting the church to the community organizations n Training on creating new worship services B. Pastoral Care n Covenant Groups with Structure n District wide renewal efforts, teaching and training – Lily Foundation Grant n Creative Leadership Sabbaticals and educating black pastors about short term sabbaticals n Train PPRC around pastoral support n Motivational/inspirational events n Understanding EAP and benefits and resources to Pastors n Understanding your call n Creating more corporate fellowship among Black Pastors and Laity in MS n Creating corporate methods of communication among black pastors & laity in MS C. Worship n Training to address church’s relevancy in the community n Address classism in black churches n Training on contemporary vs traditional worship n Training on creating new worship services n Worship style n Traditionalism n Risk taking individual growth among pastors n Training for Local Pastors about understanding latitude in local UMC Worship Experience and understanding with the Book of Discipline n Understanding the process of Matching Pastors to Churches n Accessing Media Resources $50.00 annual fee membership for church resources through confer- ence offices n Offering Training for Lay Speakers and Certified ministers to assist in dealing with the issue of appropriate utilization of support staff in multiple church appointments D. Youth and Young Adult n Create music that young adults can relate to n Develop Praise Team The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009 163
n Create Youth and Young Adult Sunday then a service n Media in worship n Spiritual Growth and Development n Relevant Activities n Leadership Development n Mission and Outreach n Focus on young adult ministries n Worship style E. Communication n TV Broadcast Methodist Hour n The Advocate – creating a monthly feature story for Black churches n SBC 21 web site – connect with the conference web site n Connecting the church to the community organizations n Appoint a lay and clergy contact person per district F. Advocate n Cross racial appointments n Developing a process of Matching Pastors to Churches n Offering Training for Lay Speakers and Certified ministers to assist in dealing with the issue of appropriate utilization of support staff in multiple church appointments n Encourage DS to have paid or volunteer person of color n Creating a strategy to start large new Black churches in areas of Mississippi where a large con- centration of African Americans exist without a strong Black UMC presence
Mississippi Conference Connectional Team Lay Leader, CCLT Convener - Tim Crisler; [email protected]; Brookhaven Bishop - Hope Morgan Ward; [email protected]; West Jackson Director of Connectional Ministries - Steve Casteel; [email protected]; West Jackson Conference Secretary - Roger Puhr; [email protected]; Hattiesburg *Director of Ministerial Services - Lisa Garvin; [email protected]; West Jackson *Admin. Assistant to the Bishop - Embra Jackson; [email protected]; West Jackson *Director of Communications - Lisa Michiels; [email protected]; West Jackson *Treasurer/Director of Financial Administration - David Stotts; [email protected]; West Jackson *Ex-Officio Members Mission Mission Convener - Kiah Hitt; [email protected]; Meridian Disaster Response - Wayne Napier; [email protected]; Starkville Assoc. of Mission Institutions - Becky Dotson; [email protected]; East Jackson UMVIM Coordinator - David Newton; [email protected]; Seashore Katrina Recovery - Robert Sharp; [email protected]; Seashore Chabadza Coordinator - Michelle Shrader; [email protected]; West Jackson Mission Secretary - Lou Ann Staggs; [email protected]; New Albany Reconciliation Reconciliation Convener - Maxine Bolden ; [email protected]; East Jackson Religion & Race - Mattie Gipson; [email protected]; Hattiesburg Hispanic Ministry - Rayford Woodrick; [email protected]; East Jackson Spiritual Leadership Spiritual Leadership Convener - Steve McAlilly; [email protected]; Tupelo Lay Speaking Ministries - Cheryl Denley; [email protected]; Senatobia UMM President - Chet Dillard; [email protected]; West Jackson UMW President - Jackie Pennington; [email protected]; Greenwood Cabinet Representative - Tim Thompson; [email protected]; Meridian 164 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
Stewardship Stewardship Convener - Eddie Rester; [email protected]; Hattiesburg Communications - Frances Lucas; [email protected]; West Jackson Parrish & Community Development Coordinator - Neville Vanderburg; [email protected]; Senatobia Church Revitalization - Andy Stoddard; [email protected]; New Albany New Church Development - Denise Donnell; [email protected]; Seashore Small Church Coordinator - Lauren Porter; [email protected]; West Jackson Young People Young People Convener - Lydia Smith; [email protected]; Tupelo Camping Ministry Association - David Carroll; West Jackson MUMSM - Josh Gray; [email protected]; Seashore Higher Education and Campus Ministry Convener - Ann Kaufman; [email protected]; New Albany Conference Council on Youth Ministry - Hailey Peterson; [email protected]; Starkville Mississippi Conference Mission Team Kiah Hitt; Mission Convener; [email protected] Charlie Campbell; District Rep – Brookhaven; [email protected] Bobbye Toney; [email protected] Becky Dotson; Assoc. of Mission Inst.; [email protected] Eric Sanford; District Rep – W. Jackson; [email protected] Rob Webb; District Rep – Hattiesburg; [email protected] Lou Ann Staggs; Mission Secretary; [email protected] Elijah Mitchell; District Rep – Seashore; [email protected] David Newton; UMVIM Coordinator; [email protected] Robert Sharp; Katrina Recovery; [email protected] Dayna Goff; District Rep – Senatobia; [email protected] Wayne Napier; Disaster Response; [email protected] Robert McWhirter; District Rep – Starkville; [email protected] John Reed; District Rep – Tupelo; [email protected] Chuck Meador; District Rep – E. Jackson; [email protected] Michelle Shrader; Chabadza Coordinator; [email protected] Bessie Conner; UMW School of Missions; Bob Fritchey; S.O.S.A.; [email protected] Darby Ray; Millsaps Faith& Works Init.; [email protected] Mike Ward; Stop Hunger Now; [email protected] Matt Casteel ; Stop Hunger Now; [email protected] Steve Casteel; Conference Staff; [email protected] Mississippi Conference Spiritual Leadership Team Steve McAlilly; Convener; [email protected] Cheryl Denley; Lay Speaking Ministries; [email protected] Chet Dilliard; UMM President; [email protected] Jackie Pennington; UMW President; [email protected] LaRue Owen; Stewardship Academy; [email protected] Scott Larsen; BOM; [email protected] Robert Pittman; SBC21; [email protected] Rebecca Youngblood; Center for Ministry; [email protected] Bryan Collier; School of Congreg. Dev.; [email protected] Shornita Shavers; Family Ministry; [email protected] Nora Roberts; Sr. Adult Ministries; [email protected] Andy Ray; Large Church Initiative; [email protected] Oscar McGough; CEF; [email protected] Tim Thompson; Cabinet representative; [email protected] The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009 165
Gary Howse; Grace Network; [email protected] Lisa Garvin; Conference Staff; [email protected] Mississippi Conference Reconciliation Team Maxine Bolden ; Reconciliation; [email protected] Arthur Lewis; Brookhaven District; [email protected] Barbara Taylor; East Jackson District; [email protected] Tim Prather; Greenwood District; [email protected] Bruce Case; Hattiesburg District; [email protected] Paulette Buford; New Albany District; [email protected] Heather Hensarling; Seashore District; [email protected] Johniel Henry; Tupelo District; jhenryjealum.emory.edu Charlie Simmons; Senatobia District; [email protected] Lorraine Gladney; Starkville District; [email protected] Michelle Shrader; West Jackson District; [email protected] Loye Ashton; Church and Society; [email protected] Mattie Gipson; Religion & Race; [email protected] Elbrist Mason; Conflict Resolution; [email protected] Erie Stuckett; Christian Social Action; [email protected] Rayford Woodrick; Hispanic Ministry; [email protected] John McCay III; Inter-religious & Ecumenical; [email protected] Allison Parvin; Role and Status of Women; [email protected] Ben Garrott; Congregations for Children; [email protected] Jon Walters; Native American; [email protected] Kim Cooper; Meridian District; Fitzgerald Lovett; Conference Staff; [email protected] Mississippi Conference Young People’s Team Lydia Smith; Convener; [email protected] David Carroll; Camping Ministry Assoc.; ; Josh Gray; MUMSM; [email protected] Ann Kaufman; Higher Ed and Campus Min.; [email protected] Hailey Peterson; CCYM; [email protected] Karen Koons Hayden; Bishops’s Calling Task Force; [email protected] Frank Haynes; Conference Staff; [email protected]
Mississippi Conference Lay Leader Report I pray that God will use us to meet some of the crying needs of our lost world, such as the suffering caused by war and the global AIDS epidemic. I ask you what more will God give us to do in years to come? Then there are all the opportunities for ministry that we have right next door. I dream about provid- ing a church family for men and women released from prison and seeking to live in the Body of Christ. Finally, work with your pastors. They are your shepherds. Work with each other. We together are the church. As we move forward into the coming year, we are going to continue to give thanks to God for the healing work he is doing in the Mississippi Conference and our local churches. We give him praise for guiding us away from our focus on failure, and revitalizing us with hope and healing for our future. We pray to listen more closely for his guidance and direction in all areas of our church life. Prayer and worship and ministry are back in the center of our focus herein the Mississippi Conference, and we thank God for giving us another chance and we praise him as we see people’s lives changed and empowered in ministry to the glory of Jesus Christ. May God bless you as you continue in His service. Timothy E. Crisler MS Conference Lay Leader 166 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
Mississippi Conference Spiritual Leadership Table Report
This table is responsible for the areas that relate to lay and clergy spiritual leadership develop- ment. The table focuses on the integration, coordination and development of tools and strategies and strengthen the leadership for service to Christ. The goal is to grow and equip spiritual leaders to make disciples of Jesus Christ for the Transformation of the world. Members of the table include the leaders of Lay Speaking Ministries, UMM, UMW, Board of Ordained Ministry, among others. At its organizational meetings during the year it was determined that the greatest leverage and impact the table could have on the Conference’s mission is to identify ways to support strengthening leaders, lay and clergy, in both the local church and conference levels. This table planned and sponsored “Trans4mation”, the workshop held at the Annual Conference meeting site right before the convening of the annual conference. That workshop was a “sellout” and received very favorable responses in both the content of the presentations and the format. The next conference year will see this table continue to understand its purpose and hone its strategy for service to the church. Steve McAlilly Convener
Mississippi Conference Young People Table Report Greetings in the Name of Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ: This past year has been a busy one in the life of the United Methodist Church of the Mississippi Conference. As most know, five tables have been created to carry out the mission of: “making disciples for the transformation of the world.” Those tables are the spiritual leadership table, reconciliation table, mission table, stewardship table, and young people table. Out of all those tables, I would like to give a brief report on the Young People Table. The Young People’s Table has been organized. Our table consists of Conference Council on Youth Ministries, Higher Education & Campus Ministry, Camping Ministry, and Mississippi United Methodist Student Movement. In April of this year, I sent out a letter to all churches urging them to organize young people groups if the churches had not done so yet, this not only included youth groups, but also young adult groups to brainstorm on how the table could serve them. The table also hoped that these groups would be organized in order to start up their own ministry in church and their surrounding communities. The Young People’s Table had an open meeting in February of this year. At this meeting, several young people expressed that in order to communicate with other young people and reach out to them, we needed to go virtual. The young people expressed that we could do this through Facebook, blogs, texting, and word of mouth. It was also expressed at the meeting, that we should target all young people and possibly create sub-groups for the following demographics: singles, married couples, singles/married couples with children, and a mission group. Hopefully soon we will be able to also com- municate through our website thirteentothirty.com. It is my wish that churches will be able to upload photos or videos of some events going on in their churches and community regarding young people. The young people and the table, would like to encourage our local churches to create opportunities for young people to serve, because your time and effort will not be in vain. All the encouragement and support you will give, we definitely be Priceless. Lydia Smith Young People Table Convener B. Financial and Administrative Ministries 1. Board of Trustees Report #1 - 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. The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009 167
Report #2 - 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. The two modular buildings remain in the Seashore District. One of the two modu- lar buildings that was donated to the conference was partially destroyed by fire and has been disposed of. The other modular building continues to be utilized in the recovery effort. There are two permanent buildings constructed by the recovery efforts. They are owned by the con- ference 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. 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 provid- ing 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. 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 admin- istration and risk management services for the conference wide program. The program is financially stable and continues to insure 857 of the 1,139 local churches. The program also continues to insure conference entities. 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 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. Debt on Conference Properties There is no debt on any of the conference property. Records and Legal Documents The legal documents and records are held in the office of finance in Jackson. Rev. Henderson Rasberry, Chair 168 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
2. Board of Pensions Report #1
Action Item for Service Rate and CPP/CRSP We recommend the following for 2010: Clergy Retirement Security Program (CRSP) defined contribution three-percent (3%). CPP funding rate of three-percent (3%). All optional coverage costs shall be borne by the insured. Past Service Rate, $476 per service year. Approved Supply Service Rate, $476 per service year. We recommend that surviving spouses support, for pre-82 years, be set at 75-percent of the minister’s compensation. Report of Direct Bill Phase One The Board of Pensions began the Phase One of Direct Bill as directed by the 2008 Annual Conference. This phase was for the Comprehensive Protection Plan that covers only full-time clergy. There were 464 churches affected by the Phase One. The rate was set at $1,630 annually per full-time clergy. Collection rate is favorable as of March 31, 2009. The collection rate as of May 31, 2009 will be shared with the annual conference during the presentation of the Pension Report. 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, the pension liaison officer is Byrd Hillman and the clerical billing assistant is Dee Harris. The Conference Benefits Office interfaces with the General Board of Pensions and assists the bishop and Cabinet in pension mat- ters. 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. 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 #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. Pension Apportionments and Direct Billings Must be Paid in Full Each pastor and each church must understand the necessity of paying the pension apportionment and direct billing in full each year. The board must fund the retirement payment to ministers and their surviving spouses and dependent children as well as make the CRSP and CPP payments for active min- isters who are presently serving. The General Church feels that the pension apportionment 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) It is the plan of the Board of Pensions to keep careful records of non-payment and to contact pastors, churches, and district superintendents where this has occurred for the purpose of collecting arrearage. The Board of Pensions notified each church in the fall of The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009 169
2008 of their unpaid pension apportionment. The board will contact the churches again in 2009. The conference treasurer’s office will also keep this issue before the churches through mass communications. 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 Pensions. At year-end, we had $702,000 invested with the General Board of Pensions and $3,106,606 invested at the Mississippi UM Foundation. General SEF For several years we have received from the General Church an amount of money called the Temporary General Aid. This was to help with pension costs in conferences that merged with confer- ences of the former Central Jurisdiction. There is no longer a Temporary General Aid apportioned to the churches; however, a portion of World Service was designated for this purpose. Last year we received $23,170. 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 presented for action at this session of annual conference. Each retired minister is requested to study this resolution care- fully. 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. 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 direct bill to the local employing unit. The board believes that coverage for death and disability should also be available to all elibible clergy who are on sabbatical leave, family leave, incapacity leave and not receiving CPP benefits, leave of absence, attending school, or appointed to less than full-time service. The coverage is available through the General Board of Pensions CPP program. The conference Board of Pensions recommends that the coverage be made available to those listed and that the cost shall be paid by the insured participant. Conference Authorization It is the policy of the conference Board of Pensions, through its treasurer, to place with the General Board of Pensions such funds as it receives from time to time. Such funds are to be invested by the General Board of Pensions for the use and benefit of said conference Board of Pensions, to transfer from the deposit account and/or STIRA an amount required for the monthly and annual payments to the General Board of Pensions for the cost of our pension program. 170 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
Program on Pensions We encourage districts to initiate programs for education on the pension plans. The conference Board of Pensions 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. In the fall of 2009 we plan to offer an education forum highlighting (1) structuring the salary com- pensation package, (2) explanation of the available retirement plans, (3) workshops for those contemplat- ing retirement within the next 5 to 7 years, and (4) a lifetime planning seminars for interested pastors and their spouses. This event will be in coordinated with the conference Board of Ordained Ministry, the Stewardship Table, Mississippi United Methodist Foundation and various general church agencies. Gifts and Wills In 2007, the conference Board of Pensions was the recipient of the life insurance proceeds on the life of Mrs. Vivian Filgo. The conference was also one of the residuary beneficiary under the will of Mrs. Dorothy Truex. The total amount of $60,316.52 was invested in the Mississippi United Methodist Foundation in an endowment fund named the Mississippi Conference Board of Pensions Endowment Fund. Adding this to the existing funds, the endowment was valued at $349,325 as of December 31, 2008. The interest will be transferred annually to the board of pensions in an effort to begin to reduce the need of the apportion- ment and direct billing requirements. The conference Board of Pensions will begin an education process of encouraging others (both lay and clergy) to add to this endowment through their wills. Your board does not want anyone to give money for pensions and neglect the work of the local church and conference. However, every appeal possible must be made to faithful supporters of local churches who have large sums of money, real estate, bonds and equities, and who give liberally to other causes that appeal to them. If the church does not present itself as a worthy cause to such persons, then one can be sure that projects outside the Church will appeal and likely receive substantial contributions. 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. 2010 Funding Plan The Conference Board of Pensions offers the following three (3) methods for the 2009 annual con- ference to determine which one will become the funding plan for 2010 totaling $5,002,884. 1. Phase One be billed at three-percent (3%) of the plan compensation for each full-time minister with the apportionment to be $4,102,884. 2. Phase One be billed at three-percent (3%) of the plan compensation for each full-time minister and Phase Two be billed at three-percent (3%) of the plan compensation for all participants in the Clergy Retirement Security Plan with the apportionment of $3,202,884. 3. Phase One be billed at three-percent (3%) of the plan compensation for each full-time minister; Phase Two be billed at three-percent (3%) of the plan compensation for all participants in the Clergy Retirement Security Plan; and Phase Three be billed at 11.5–percent of the plan compensation for all participants in the Clergy Retirement Security Plan with the apportionment set at zero (0). The Conference Board of Pensions recommends that the 2009 Annual Conference adopt Method Number Three (3) above. Dr. G. E. Jones, Chairman The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009 171
Report #2 Item No. 1 The following conference claimants have died as of March 17, 2009, during the 2008 – 2009 year: Minister of Conference Date of Death Ronald Jerry Barham July 20, 2008 George Harold Fleming, Sr. August 6, 2008 William Shelby Mainers September 9, 2008 Marion Selby Alsworth September 21, 2008 G. Eliot Jones November 17, 2008 Burnell Phillips December 28, 2008 Dolphus Paul Williamson January 16, 2009 Oliver T. McLean March 27, 2009 Otis G. Lewelling April 19, 2009 Deceased Spouses Minister of Conference Date of Death Minta J. Pearson William Lee Pearson October 19, 2004 Irma C. Grisham James R. Grisham June 11, 2007 Sarah Jo Wilson Dyess Arvah Eugene Dyess July 10, 2008 Jewel Scott Harry Scott September 3, 2008 Ruth Koon Wilson John Thomas Wilson September 4, 2008 Geneva Taylor Wendell P. C. Taylor October 8, 2008 Hazel C. Fairchild Ben Frank Fairchild October 8, 2008 Mary Norwood Wallace C. Norwood November 4, 2008 Bill C. Flynn Betty W. Flynn November 11, 2008 India Walker Belle Preston Charles Belle November 20, 2008 Luquester Sherrod John E. Sherrod November 26, 2008 Barbara L. Linton Louis Paul Linton December 1, 2008 Nell Jernigan Butts Stanton M. Butts January 1, 2009 Mildred Causey Jones G. Eliot Jones January 10, 2009 Carolyn Sowell Grady Sowell January 22, 2009 Mary Vandiver John T. Vandiver February 7, 2009 Mamie Knox Jesse J. Knox, Jr. March 3, 2009 Rachel Lander Percy W. Lander March 8, 2009 Claudell (Dell) Moffat Curtis Moffat March 17, 2009 Vera Porter Paul D. Porter April 9, 2009 Item No. 2 Incapacity leave and renewals 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 Stephen G. Dial Patrick Leon Phillips John W. Bond Dale F. Glenn Thomas Lionel Samson Cora Crumble Thomas C. Hawks Richard Ray Sebren, Jr. John Clinton Burkes, Jr. Donald Ray McCain John Howard Staggs Harry Bryan Davis Carlos Perez-Bonilla John Thomas Tucker Stephen A. DeVore Marilyn C. Perrine (will retire July 1, 2009) David James Willoughby 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 37.5 172 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
Item No. 4 The following ministers serving in Extension Ministries in 2008-2009 served with pension responsibility on the conference: Jerry Bostick Beam Vera Hall-Stamps Donald Wesley Merricks Willis J. Britt, Jr. Phillip W. Heidelberg Robert Elliott Rambo Steven Wayne Casteel Richard Michael Hicks Roger N. Shock Sheila R. Cumbest Embra Knox Jackson, II Victoria Sizemore-Tandy Dawn Douglas Flowers William Giles Lindley Timothy Charles Thompson, II Michelle Lee Foster Lionel Fitzgerald Lovett William Edward Willis Hugh Milton Griffith, Jr. William T McAlilly Victoria Leigh White Carl W. Grubbs Item No. 5 The following ministers serving in Extension Ministries in 2008-2009 served with pension responsibility on the institution or agency served: Martha Ann Alexande Theodore James Giordano Gregory Pittman r Merlyn Jonathan Altman John Robert Hall Joseph T. Ranager Kurt Thomas Appel Hubert Dale Hathorn Glenn Dale Ray Terri K. Armstrong Sherry Bryant Johnson Joseph T. Reiff Loye B. Ashton Steven Paul Keen James W. Richardson Michael Ray Baker Marvin R. King John Richardson Alicia Beam-Ingram Gary Hilton Knight Felix Lloyd Rollins Jimmy Michael Boone 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 Paul Y. Tashiro Jimmy L. Carr Steven Charles McDonald Eugene A. VanEvery Victor R. Chatham Tiffany Jo McDonald Stephen L. Vinson Julie Povall Collins J. Ronald McDougald Linda R. Whited A W Crump, Jr. William H. Miskelly Susan Lee Woodard Allison Carr Dickerson Thomas Emory Miller John W. Yeates Dorothy Dickson-Rishel Edward C. Norris J. Daniel Young Roger A. Flowers Dale Y. Owen Rebecca Carol Youngblood Walter L. Frazier Frank Larue Owen David Earl Fuqua Tiffany Jo Padgett William Johnson Garrott Nathan Joseph Payne Elisabeth Anne Garvin Item No. 6 The policy of the Board of Pensions in determining pension responsibility for Extension Ministries is the pension responsibility lies with the salary-paying institution or agency. If the appointment’s sal- ary support is paid by the conference, then the pension responsibility belongs to the conference. If the appointment’s salary support is paid by the institution or agency, then the pension responsibility belongs to the salary-paying unit. 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 Pensions has entered into agree- ments 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 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009 173
Report #3 - Mississippi Annual Conference Funding Plan for Supplement One to the Clergy Retirement Security Program As of January 1, 2007, for 2008 The 2009 Past Service Rate (PSR) for the Mississippi Annual Conference is $457 or .80-percent of Conference Average Compensation (CAC). Our conference Board of Pensions will seek to maintain a PSR increase of 2.0-percent per year for the foreseeable future. Our historical CAC increases have aver- aged 3.5-percent 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, and recovery efforts we would expect increases in the CAC to be in the 2-percent 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 $49,708,449 as of Jan. 1, 2008, based on seven-percent (7%) interest and a three-percent (3%) PSR increase assumption and a 2010 PSR of $476. Plan funds currently held with the General Board of Pension and Health Benefits have a value of $45,366,614 as of Jan. 1, 2008. The difference between the total plan liability and current plan funding is $4,341,835 as of Jan. 1, 2008. Projecting this amount forward to 2009, produces an unfunded plan liability of $4,645,763. This unfunded liability will be provided through non-plan funds that are held in various investment sources. The conference intends for contributions to be made within the 13-year period, ending December 31, 2021. Our conference funds plan benefits through several potential funding sources. Both the interest and principal of non-plan funds may be available for retirement funding needs. Below is a description of the non-plan assets available to pay the present value of future contributions: ■ The conference maintains a deposit account with the General Board of Pension And Health Benefits that has a value of $702,000 as of January 1, 2009. Both the interest and principal from this account are available to meet future contribution requirements. ■ The conference maintains a Superannuate Endowment Fund with the General Board of Pension and Health Benefits that has a value of $641,700 as of January 1, 2009. The original principal in this fund was $146,247. ■ The conference maintains an investment fund with the Mississippi United Methodist Foundation that has a value of $2,757,281 as of January 1, 2008. Both the interest and principal from these accounts are available to meet funding requirements. The conference maintains an account with Trustmark National Bank that has a value of $1,030,891, which includes a deposit in transit of $974,553, as of January 1, 2009. The account is available to meet future contribution require- ments. The funding plan as of January 1, 2009, is summarized below: Supplement One Liability* of PSR Increase of 3%, 1/1/2008 $49,708,449 Current Plan Funding, 1/1/2008 45,366,614 Unfunded Plan Status, 1/1/2008 $4,341,835 Expected Interest at 7% to 12/31/2008 303,928 Unfunded Plan Status, 1/1/2009 $4,645,763 Assets contributed but not yet included in Current Plan Funding as of 1/1/2008 3,026,167 Plan Funded Status including above assets $1,619,596 Additional Plan Assets, 1/1/2009: General Deposit Account $ 702,000 Superannuate Endowment Fund 641,700 Methodist Foundation Trust 2,757,281 Trustmark National Bank 1,030,891 Total Additional Plan Assets $ 5,131,872 *Assuming 7% and the RP-2000 mortality table Signed and dated: March 31, 2009 David Stotts, CPA, Conference Benefits Officer 174 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
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. There are two plan amendments being recommended by the Board. The first deals with eligibility and the second deals with coverage limitations. Action Item 1 — Approved Effective July 1, 2009, allow clergy in most cases who have a continuing relationship with the annual conference to continue their coverage at the established cost as a participant as the 2008 Discipline allows and not on a continuous coverage basis. Rationale: The 2008 Discipline allows clergy in most cases not in an active status to retain their benefits if approved by the benefits committee. If a clergy remains in a relationship in a time longer than one year, continuation coverage ends. This would allow the clergy to have access to coverage as long as they have a continuing relationship with the conference. A clergy whose relationship is severed will have 12 months for continuation coverage as provided by the plan at this time. Action Item 2 — Approved Effective 1-1-10, coverage for mental health and substance abuse will be treated as any other item in accordance with federal law. Rationale: This is now required by law that if the coverage is provided, it must be paid as is any other illness. Recommendation: At the date of printing, the committee has not made a complete study to be able to make an informed recommendation. A study will be made and a recommendation will be made on the floor of annual con- ference when the report of the board is made. 2010 Apportionments and Rates Recommendation
The Board of Medical Benefits asked for the apportionments to be set at $5,026,516. This represents approximately two-thirds of the cost of the program. The remaining one-third of revenues required for meeting our obligations comes from participant payments both for a part of the individual coverage and for dependent coverage. As in the past, the board will recommend a maximum rate to the 2009 annual conference to cover the approximate one-third of the remaining cost of the plan. This allows the board an additional two months to study the effect of the BCBS network before proposing rates for 2010. Reverend Trey Harper, Chairperson David Stotts, CPA, Conference Benefits Officer C. Clergy and Ministerial Services
1. 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) Policies and Guidelines: 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. The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009 175
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 classifica- tion of the individual and the demands and responsibilities required to serve a particular charge. The Commission on Equitable Compensation must be concerned with equitable remuneration for all qualify- ing clergypersons involved in United Methodist ministry within our conference in small membership churches. It must be concerned with iniquities resulting from excessive travel demands, cost of living, and assignment of experienced leadership to new churches and special situation. Funds granted by the commission will not be viewed as a permanent means of compensation supple- ments to 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. Churches 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 and provide counsel and advisory materials on clergy compensation to district superintendents, pastors, and committees on Pastor-Parish Relations. “In some instances, for missional reasons, consideration may be given by the conference commission on equitable compensation to make funds available for the deacon in full connection when the primary appointment is to a local church. Consistent with the provisions of this paragraph, the primary responsi- bility for the payment of pastoral base compensation remains with individual pastoral charges.” (The Book of Discipline, 2008, ¶625.4 &625.5) Membership: The Commission on Equitable Compensation will be a 15-member bocdy composed of one representative from each district, three at-large members, and a district superintendent named by the Cabinet. In accordance with The Book of Discipline, 2008 ¶625, these shall represent an equal number of lay and clergypersons. Compensation Ranges and Guidelines I. Classifications of Clergy Compensation The equitable compensation base, taking into consideration the percentage increase of the confer- ence average compensation, or CAC will be: ■ Full Connection $32,823 ■ Probationary (education requirements for elder completed) 30,197 ■ Probationary (education requirements for elder not completed) 27,781 ■ Associate 27,781 ■ Full Time Local Pastor 25,558 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 $24,617 ■ Probationary (educational requirements for elder completed) 22,648 ■ Probationary (educational requirements for elder not completed) 20,836 ■ Associate 20,836 ■ Full Time Local Pastor 19,168 II. Qualifications for Receiving Supplementary Compensation Support Pastoral Qualifications i. To be a claimant, a pastor must live within the bounds of the charge to which he/she is appointed. Pastors serving charges without a parsonage and one member of a clergy couple may be exempt from this requirement by Executive Committee action in consultation with the district superintendent prior to appointment. ii. In order to be considered “full-time” for the purposes of qualifying for Equitable Compensation support, a pastor must work 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. 176 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
iii. A pastor must have earned the continuing education credit as set by the conference Board of Ordained Ministry. iv. Local pastors must pursue the course of Study presented to them or secure exemption by provi- sion of The Book of Discipline requirements. v. Persons without a valid local pastor’s license employed by a district superintendent to serve a charge will not be eligible for supplemental compensation support. vi. An assistant or associate pastor, minister of music, minister of education, or pastor(s) serving a church or charge of less than three churches employing more than one person on its profes- sional staff, including the pastor, will not be eligible for compensation supplement from this commission. vii. Travel supplements may be provided when total charge compensation is less than $13,000 per year. He/she may receive $900 annually if he/she travels more than 20 miles but less than 40 miles one way to his/her charge or $1,200 annually if the distance is more than 40 miles one way. viii. The same support may be given local pastors who are also enrolled in school full time when they travel this distance one way to school from their residence on the charge if their academic work is required to meet Board of Ordained Ministry guidelines. Charge Qualifications i. The stated minister’s compensation will include the total income and allowances paid by the pastoral charge, district, or other supplements. ii. Charges must pay at least seventy-five percent (75%) of the equitable compensation scale for the current pastor serving the charge. Charges may receive salary supplement support for a maximum of five (5) years. iii. 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. iv. No charge or church will be considered for supplementary support through the commission that does not provide a workload for the minister. A workload in this policy will be defined as a church or charge that has at least 150 members and/or at least three churches. v. Station churches will not be eligible for Equitable Compensation support except in unusual cir- cumstances which must be approved by the Executive Committee of Equitable Compensation after the Cabinet has made the request. One year is allowed to work this out. vi. Charges with pastors receiving supplementary support will have a service of worship every Sunday, with due consideration for adequate services for each church. vii. 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. viii. The district superintendent will be requested to share with the charge conference the following for information purposes only: the first sentence of paragraph three on page one of the Policies and Guidelines of this Commission will be stated to the charge conference; in addition, B.2 under Charge Qualifications and the amount of salary or travel supplement their pastor is receiving will be stated. III. Special Categories a. Cooperative or Exceptional Ministries i. The “director” or “coordinator” must be a full conference member who has other clergy per- sons under his/his supervision. The clergyperson serving as “director” or “coordinator” must live within the bounds of the parish. ii. 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, a maximum of $3,600 annu- ally may be available. iii. For directors to receive supplementary support, applications must be submitted in the same manner as applications for regular Equitable Compensation support. iv. Before funding will be granted for successive years, the director must submit an annual report which identifies plans and specific goals for the coming year. This report will include an evaluation of the progress in ministry made the previous year. The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009 177
v. In no case will Equitable Compensation funds be used to support a minister beyond 150 percent of the applicable Equitable Compensation scale. b. Ethnic Congregational Development ECD is a fund geared to meeting some leadership needs in ethnic churches where there is a need for leadership with special expertise. i. A maximum of $10,000 per project may be allocated annually for each project. Clergy supplements from other sources will be considered in determining the amount granted from the Commission on Equitable Compensation. ii. For each additional year that approval is granted, the funding will be reduced by 25 percent from the beginning support figure. iii. The pastor must be a seminary graduate or have experience and proven ability to produce in the area of the particular need. iv. The Cabinet must approve and submit the projects to this commission 60 days prior to mak- ing the appointment. c. Unique Mission Ministries i. 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. ii. Requests for funding will be initiated and approved by the bishop and Cabinet and forwarded to the chairperson of the commission not less than 60 dys prior to Annual Conference. The request will identify the uniqueness of the church situation proposed for this enablement 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. iii. Funding for a Unique Mission Ministry will be considered and decided annually by the Commission on Equitable Compesnation. There will be a limit of six (6) 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. d. Contingency Fund If a situation arises which does not meet the guidelines but falls within the realm of responsibil- ity of the Commission on Equitable Compensation, funding may be made available from the Contingency Fund of the Commission on Equitable Compensation. IV. Strategies for Vitalization It should be the goal of every church/charge to become vital and self-supporting. To help bring this about, it is the mission of the Commission on Equitable Compensation to provide fair compensa- tion support for a limited period. It is the goal of this commission to support ministerial leadership to those who can help in bringing a vital ministry to the church/charge. To this end, the commission will provide guidance and information on clergy support to district superintendents, pastors, and commit- tees on Pastor-Parish Relations.
2. Response to the Resolution Regarding Guidelines for Dealing with Self-destructive Behavior by Clergy We recognize the importance of this resolution and appreciate the issues and concerns it raises. The Board of Ordained Ministry has taken very seriously the difficulty and pain experienced by both offending clergy, local churches and the connection. The changes made in The 2008 Book of Discipline render the resolution moot (paragraphs 361,362, & 363). The Board of Ordained Ministry remains committed to continued research and dialogue. The Local Church, the Annual Conference and the clergy person involved have a tremendous emotional, financial and temporal investments leading to ordination. Recognizing the continuing issues concerning the process of The Book of Discipline, we make the following recommendations: 1. Prevention: n It is incumbent upon each clergy member to be responsible for his or her spiritual, emotional and psychological self-care. n Recognizing that the enormous stresses of ministry break down our spiritual and psychological immune systems, we propose the utilization of the current resources for emotional, spiritual and 178 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
psychological health of clergy as a way of fostering self-awareness and self-evaluation. (EAP, EIP, Conference Insurance and spiritual direction) n We recommend emphasizing a knowledge base and the development of concrete skills for spiritual, emotional and psychological self-care through the Residency In Ministry process, covenant groups and in continuing education events. 2. Intervention: n We recommend further research on the establishment of an intervention process modeled after the programs used by the Mississippi Medical Association and the Mississippi Bar Association which provide for intervention, treatment and follow-up care for impaired professionals. This process needs to be engaged before a clergy person comes under complaint or suspension. 3. Advocacy: n We recognize that in the stress of situations where we have lost effective control of our personal and professional lives, our ability to make good decisions and to think objectively becomes diminished. We recommend that the Board of Ordained Ministry work with the Ethical Response Team in establishing and training a pool of effective retired pastors who would serve as pastor and advocate for persons who are deemed to be impaired or who come under complaint or suspension. Respectively submitted, Joe Landrum Richard Robbins On Behalf of the Conference Board of Ordained Ministry The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009 179
Section VI
Resolutions A. Regular Resolutions printed herein were adopted at 2009 Annual Conference 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 our KATRINA brother, sisters, youth, children, and churches; 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 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 180 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
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 2010 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 Conference Staff and Employee Salary Freeze Whereas, the 4th quarter of 2008 began a hard economic time for us all, and Whereas the apportionment level fell from 87.02% in 2006 to 83.05 in 2007, to 81.85% in 2008, and Whereas the local churches were not only holding salary levels the same but were in fact reducing the compensated work force in many local churches, and Whereas the Conference Council of Finance and Administration in concert with the Bishop, Cabinet, and Conference Directors believed it was important to be in one voice in being the best stewards of the gracious gifts of the local church givers, and Whereas CFA in full agreement with the Cabinet and Directors froze all salary raises for the employees who the conference serves as the salary paying entity, and Whereas the 2008 annual conference had authorized salary increases for those entitled to Cabinet Level Compensation and annual conference action is required before that salary freeze can only be offi- cial, be it therefore resolved The 2009 Annual Conference Session agrees with the CFA in freezing the Cabinet level compensa- tion and therefore sets the salary level for 2009 at the same level as paid in 2008. Camp Wesley Pines Property WHEREAS, Camp Wesley Pines in Gallman, Mississippi, owns 268 acres, some occupied by camp, and WHEREAS, a request has been made by Lake Copiah Association to purchase a strip of that land containing .52 acres near the Lake Copiah Dam to build 2 small cabins for the members of that associa- tion, not being in competition with Wesley Pines. THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED; Camp Wesley Pines respectfully request permission to give its Board of Trustees and their Executive Director, Rev. Ted Giordano, authority to sell that .52 acre tract of land to Lake Copiah Association for cash at fair market value to be determined by Stockett Realty in Crystal Springs, Mississippi. Camp Wesley Pines Board of Trustees, Mrs. Rosie Rhodes, Chairperson The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009 181
B. Referred Resolutions printed herein have been referred to the named committee Resolution to Establish Food Ministry GrantsTo Local Churches WHEREAS, our Mississippi Conference has no ongoing financial support for churches to provide either a feed (prepare and distribute. meals) or a food (provide dry/can goods to prepare multiple meals) program ministry to the poor and elderly of our state, and WHEREAS, many churches struggle financially to maintain an adequate food ministry in light of the growing needs to provide food/feed ministry in our local communities, and WHEREAS, we should as a Conference share in the work of our local churches aiding the poor and elderly obtain necessary food, and WHEREAS, proposed Resolutions to Establish a Food Ministry Grant Program for local churches at Annual Conferences in 2005 and 2007 were referred to committee for revision and no issue from such committees has been presented to date for consideration, THEREFORE LET IT BE RESOLVED, that the 2009 Mississippi Conference of The United Methodist Church shall establish the following annual feed/food ministry grants, not to exceed $60,000 annually, through the Office of Connectional Ministries, as follows: 1. An annual grant of up to $1,200 to local United Methodist ·churches offering, feed/food programs to the poor and elderly. Not to exceed $30,000 annually. 2. Annually, one time matching grants up to $5,000 to local United Methodist churches to establish, or upgrade existing programs, to offer feed/food ministries to the poor and elderly. Not to exceed $30,000 annually. These funds must be matched with funds raised by the receiving local church to support these ministries. 3. Documentation of the use of the grant funds allocated is required. Using a letter format, document the use of funds received, and mail to the Director of Connectional Ministries by February 1st of the year after receipt of the feed/food ministry grant. Failure to send this report will eliminate further support from this grant program. Carleton D. Ranney, 2008 Lay Delegate Mark Weaver, 2009 Lay Delegate Rev. Cecil Rhodes, Pastor, Leland UMC This Resolution is referred to Committee on Finance and Administration
C. Property Emory United Methodist Church, Greenwood District WHEREAS, after many years of faithful service to God and the community, the Emory UMC discon- tinued having services in the fall of 2008 due to a decline in membership and finances; and WHEREAS ,this resolution has the consent of the Bishop and the majority of the Cabinet of the MS Annual Conference of the UMC; THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the MS AC declares the Emory UMC to be discontinued and abandoned with the responsibility of the property resting with the Greenwood District Trustees until such time as the Emory Cemetery Association completes the incorporation process; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that at such time as the Emory Cemetery Association completes incorporation, the ownership and title of the Emory UMC buildings, furnishings, and land be transferred to the Emory Cemetery Association with mineral rights being reserved for the MS AC; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the remaining members of Emory UMC be transferred to Durant UMC, Durant, MS. 182 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
Epworth United Methodist Church, West Jackson District WHEREAS, the Epworth UMC, located in Hinds County was founded in 1954 and has had a long and proud history; and WHEREAS, the Charge Conference of Epworth UMC voted on February 8, 2009 to discontinue the church; and WHEREAS, the District Superintendent has recommended discontinuance of Epworth UMC; and WHEREAS, the Superintendent has recommended that the property be transferred to Anderson UMC, for the Anderson South new church start; 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 Epworth UMC be discontinued effective June 21, 2009, and the property shall be transferred to Anderson UMC for the Anderson South new church start. Foster’s Chapel United Methodist Church, Tupelo District WHEREAS, the membership of Foster’s Chapel UMC in Clay County has dwindled in membership to the degree that maintaining the building and worship schedule is no longer possible, and services have been discontinued since August 1, 2008; and WHEREAS, the situation has been addressed by the District Superintendent, Pastor and the Called Church Conference of the Houston-South Charge in their meeting of June 7, 2009, with agreement of the surviving members to transfer their membership to one of the nearby churches of the Charge and all real property be transferred to the Houston-South Charge Trustees; and WHEREAS, this resolution has the consent of the Bishop and Cabinet of the MS AC; BE IT THEREFORE RESOLVED that the remaining real property be transferred to the Charge Trustees to be sold and the resulting funds be used for developing the new Charge Wide Youth Initiative within the bounds of the charge, and that one half of the mineral rights shall be reserved for the MS AC of the UMC with any money received to be used by the Commission on New Church Development of said AC. Friendship United Methodist Church, Greenwood District WHEREAS, after many years of faithful service to God and the community, the Friendship UMC discontinued having services in September, 2007, due to a decline in membership and finances; and WHEREAS, a called Church Conference was held Saturday, October 11, 2008, to approve the clos- ing effective on that date; and WHEREAS, there is a desire of the remaining members to retain some physical evidence of Friendship UMC; and WHEREAS, this resolution has the consent of the Bishop and a majority of the Cabinet of the MS AC of the UMC; THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the MS AC declares the Friendship UMC to be discontinued; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the remaining members of Friendship UMC be transferred to Vaiden UMC, Vaiden, MS; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the ownership and title of the Friendship UMC buildings, furnishings, and land be transferred to the Friendship Cemetery Association with mineral rights being reserved for the MS AC; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the remaining funds in the church account be transferred to the Friendship Cemetery Association for upkeep of the property. Liberty United Methodist Church, Tupelo District WHEREAS, Liberty UMC has faithfully served God and its community since 1891; and WHEREAS, the membership of the Liberty United Methodist Church has declined to only three (3) active members; and The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009 183
WHEREAS, the church is unable to meet its financial obligation any longer due to declining resources; and WHEREAS, the remaining membership voted in a Called Charge Conference held on March 9, 2009, to disband and discontinue all Operations as a congregation; and WHEREAS, this resolution has the consent of the Bishop and Cabinet of the MS AC; THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the MS AC of the UMC, meeting in Jackson, MS, June 12-14 2009, declare that the Liberty UMC be discontinued and the remaining members of the church be transferred to the congregation of their choice; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the property be sold and the proceeds from the sale of the property be given to the Choctaw Mission [MS AC, Neshoba County], and that one half of the mineral rights shall be reserved for the MS AC of the UMC with any money received to be used by the used by the Commission on New Church Development of said Conference.
McCarly United Methodist Church, Greenwood District WHEREAS, on June 8, 2005, the MS AC voted to discontinue McCarley UMC and the property transferred to the Carrollton UMC, Carrollton, MS; and WHEREAS, a called Church Conference was held at Carrollton UMC in September, 2008, in which the property was transferred to the Greenwood District Trustees for the purpose of periodic reli- gious services being held in that place; and WHEREAS, this resolution has the consent of the Bishop and a majority of the Cabinet of the MS AC of the UMC; THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the MS AC declares the McCarley UMC to be transferred to the Greenwood District Trustees; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that when the Greenwood District Trustees deem it in the best inter- est of the Greenwood District to dispose of said property, they shall do so with any proceeds going toward New Church Development and / or Revitalization within the Greenwood District. McDonald United Methodist Church, East Jackson District WHEREAS, the McDonald UMC (a Union Church with the Baptist) has faithfully served God and its community for many years; and WHEREAS, the remaining members meeting in a Church Conference October 5, 2008, voted that the church be declared as officially closed on December 21, 2008; and WHEREAS, the McDonald UMC has not made and does make any claim of ownership of any real property of the McDonald Union Church; and WHEREAS, this resolution has the consent of the Bishop and Cabinet of the MS AC; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the McDonald UMC be discontinued by the MS AC, in session in Jackson, MS, June 12-14, 2009, and that any remaining members will be transferred to neighboring churches of their choice; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Methodist membership expresses its appreciation to our Baptist Brethren for their support since 1942, the year of the founding of the McDonald Union Church; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that any funds remaining in the treasury of the McDonald UMC on the date of said church be transferred to the McDonald Union Church Building Fund. New Point United Methodist Church, Tupelo District WHEREAS, the New Point United Methodist Church, of the Amory St. James / Spruell Chapel Charge, has faithfully served God and its community for many years; and WHEREAS, there are few remaining members who ceased all operations as a congregation some time ago, and in a Charge Conference held on June 1, 2009, have met and voted to be discontinued by approval of the June 12-14 session of the MS AC of the UMC, with the remaining members to be transferred to the congregation of their choice; and 184 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
WHEREAS, this resolution has the consent of the Bishop and Cabinet of the MS AC; THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the New Point UMC be discontinued and the property be placed in the care of Charge Wide Trustees for oversight and sale, with any resulting proceeds being equally dispersed to Amory St. James UMC and Spruell Chapel UMC for the expressed purpose of strengthening local emerging Ethnic Minority ministries within their local communities; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that one half of the mineral rights shall be reserved for the MS AC of the UMC with any money received to be used by the Commission on New Church Development of said Conference. Rhodes Chapel United Methodist Church, Tupelo District WHEREAS, the Rhodes Chapel UMC has faithfully served God and its community for many years; and WHEREAS, there are few remaining members who ceased all operations as a congregation on December 31, 2008, and in a Charge Conference have met and voted to be discontinued by approval of the June 12-14, 2009, session of the MS AC of the UMC, with the remaining members to be transferred to the congregation of their choice; and WHEREAS, this resolution has the consent of the Bishop and Cabinet of the MS AC; THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Rhodes Chapel UMC be discontinued and the property be given to the Rhodes Chapel Cemetery Association who shall elect trustees to care for the property; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that one half of the mineral rights shall be reserved for the MS AC of the UMC with any money received to be used by the Commission on New Church Development of said Conference. Swiftown United Methodist Church, Greenwood District WHEREAS, after many years of faithful service to God and the community, the Swiftown UMC discontinued having services in June, 2008, due to a decline in membership and finances; and WHEREAS, a called Church Conference was held December 7, 2008, to approve the closing effec- tive on that date; and WHEREAS, there is a desire of the remaining members to retain some physical evidence of Swiftown UMC; and WHEREAS, this resolution has the consent of the Bishop and a majority of the Cabinet of the MS AC of the UMC; THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the MS AC declares the Swiftown UMC to be discontinued; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the remaining members of Swiftown UMC be transferred to Belzoni UMC, Belzoni, MS; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the ownership and title of the Swiftown UMC buildings, furnishings, and land be transferred to the Swiftown Cemetery Association with mineral rights being reserved for the MS AC; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the remaining funds in the church account be transferred to the Swiftown Cemetery Association for upkeep of said property. St. Andrews Chapel United Methodist Church, Brookhaven District WHEREAS, the St. Andrew’s United Methodist Church has faithfully served God and its com- munity for many years; and WHEREAS, this resolution has the consent of the Bishop and Cabinet of the Mississippi Conference of the United Methodist Church; BE IT THEREFORE RESOLVED, that the Mississippi Annual Conference, in session June 12-14, 2009 declares the St. Andrew’s United Methodist Church to be discontinued; BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the members of St. Andrew’s United Methodist Church be transferred to the congregation of their choice; The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009 185
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the title to St. Andrew’s United Methodist Church property shall be transferred to the Trustees of the Mississippi Annual Conference of The United Methodist Church for sale or disposition of the property, the building, and contents of the building as they shall determine, reserving mineral rights, if any there be, for the Mississippi Annual Conference of The United Methodist Church, and the proceeds from such disposition be assigned to the New Church Development Commission in the Mississippi Annual Conference. D. General Conference Amendments Proposed Constitutional Amendment – I On May 1, 2008, at a session of the General Conference of The United Methodist Church held in Fort Worth, Texas, the following Constitutional Amendment was made by a recorded vote of 558 Yes, 276 No. It is now presented to the Annual Conferences for vote. In the 2004 Book of Discipline, Division One, ¶ 4, Article IV, (2008 Book of Discipline, Division One, ¶ 4, Article IV)) amend by deletion and addition as follows: After “worth” add “and that we are in ministry to all” and after “persons” delete “without regard to race, color, national origin, status or economic condition” and after “sacraments,” add “and” and after “members” delete “, and” and insert a period and add “All persons,” and after “faith” add “and relationship in Jesus Christ, shall be eligible to” and after “body” delete “of the Church because of race, color, national origin, status or economic condition”. If voted and so declared by the Council of Bishops, ¶ 4 (¶ 4) would read: Inclusiveness of the Church — The United Methodist Church is a part of the church universal, which is one Body in Christ. The United Methodist Church acknowledges that all persons are of sacred worth and that we are in ministry to all. All persons shall be eligible to attend its worship services, par- ticipate in its programs, receive the sacraments, and upon baptism be admitted as baptized members. All persons, upon taking vows declaring the Christian faith and relationship in Jesus Christ, shall be eligible to become professing members in any local church in the connection. In the United Methodist Church no conference or other organizational unit of the Church shall be structured so as to exclude any member or any constituent body. Vote For: 303 Against: 784 Proposed Constitutional Amendment – II On May 1, 2008, at a session of the General Conference of The United Methodist Church held in Fort Worth, Texas, the following Constitutional Amendment was made by a recorded vote of 744 Yes, 86 No. It is now presented to the Annual Conferences for vote. In the 2004 Book of Discipline, Division One, following ¶ 5, Article V, (2008 Book of Discipline, Division One, following ¶ 5, Article V)) amend by addition as follows: Add a new paragraph “All official organizations, groups, committees, councils, boards, and agencies of The United Methodist Church shall adopt ethics and conflict of interest policies, applicable to both members and employees, which embody and live out our Christian values.” If voted and so declared by the Council of Bishops, the new paragraph would read: All official organizations, groups, committees, councils, boards, and agencies of The United Methodist Church shall adopt ethics and conflict of interest policies, applicable to both members and employees, which embody and live out our Christian values. Vote For: 618 Against: 463 Proposed Constitutional Amendment – III On May 1, 2008, at a session of the General Conference of The United Methodist Church held in Fort Worth, Texas, the following Constitutional Amendment was made by a recorded vote of 629 Yes, 248 No. It is now presented to the Annual Conferences for vote. In the 2004 Book of Discipline, Division Two, Section I, ¶ 9, Article II, (2008 Book of Discipline, Division Two, Section I, ¶ 9, Article II)) amend by deletion and addition as follows: Delete “central” before conference and add “regional”. At the end of the paragraph, add the paren- thetical note, “(The change in name from “central” to “regional” takes effect January 1, 2013 at which time this parenthetical procedural note will be removed from the Constitution.).” 186 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
If voted and so declared by the Council of Bishops, ¶ 9 (¶ 9) would read: There shall be jurisdictional conferences for the Church in the United States of America, with such powers, duties, and privileges as are hereinafter set forth; provided that in The United Methodist Church there shall be no jurisdictional or regional conference based on any ground other than geographical and regional division. (The change in name from “central” to “regional” takes effect January 1, 2013 at which time this parenthetical procedural note will be removed from the Constitution.) Vote For: 261 Against: 833 Proposed Constitutional Amendment – IV On May 1, 2008, at a session of the General Conference of The United Methodist Church held in Fort Worth, Texas, the following Constitutional Amendment was made by a recorded vote of 593 Yes, 295 No. It is now presented to the Annual Conferences for vote. In the 2004 Book of Discipline, Division Two, Section I, ¶ 10, Article III, (2008 Book of Discipline, Division Two, Section I, ¶ 10, Article III) amend by deletion and addition, as follows: Delete “central” before “conferences” and add “regional”, and delete “for the church outside the United States of America” before “and” and add “(The change in name from “central” to “regional” takes effect January 1, 2013 at which time this parenthetical procedural note will be removed from the Constitution.)” at end of the paragraph. If voted and so declared by the Council of Bishops, ¶ 10 (¶ 10) would read: There shall be regional conferences and, if necessary, provisional regional conferences, all with such powers, duties and privileges as are hereinafter set forth. (The change in name from “central” to “regional” takes effect January 1, 2013 at which time this parenthetical procedural note will be removed from the Constitution.) Vote For: 151 Against: 938 Proposed Constitutional Amendment – V On May 1, 2008, at a session of the General Conference of The United Methodist Church held in Fort Worth, Texas, the following Constitutional Amendment was made by a recorded vote of 629 Yes, 248 No. It is now presented to the Annual Conferences for vote. In the 2004 Book of Discipline, Division Two, Section II, ¶ 15, Article III, (2008 Book of Discipline, Division Two, Section IV, ¶ 15, Article III) amend by deletion and addition, as follows: Add “regional and” before “jurisdictional” and delete “and central” before “conferences”, delete “cen- tral” before “conference”, and add “(The change in name from “central” to “regional” takes effect January 1, 2013 at which time this parenthetical procedural note will be removed from the Constitution.)” at end of the paragraph. If voted and so declared by the Council of Bishops, ¶ 15 (¶15) would read: The General Conference shall fix the ratio of representation in the General, regional and jurisdic- tional conferences from the annual conferences, missionary conferences, and the provisional annual conferences, computed on a two-factor basis: (1) the number of clergy members of the annual conference and the missionary conference, and (2) the number of professing members in the annual conference, and the missionary conference, provided that each annual conference, missionary conference, or provisional annual conference shall be entitled to at least one clergy and one lay delegate in the General Conference and also in the jurisdictional or regional conference. (The change in name from “central” to “regional” takes effect January 1, 2013 at which time this parenthetical procedural note will be removed from the Constitution.) Vote For: 280 Against: 814 Proposed Constitutional Amendment – VI On May 1, 2008, at a session of the General Conference of The United Methodist Church held in Fort Worth, Texas, the following Constitutional Amendment was made by a recorded vote of 690 Yes, 165 No. It is now presented to the Annual Conferences for vote. In the 2004 Book of Discipline, Division Two, Section II, ¶ 15, Article III, (2008 Book of Discipline, Division Two, Section IV, ¶ 15, Article III) amend by addition, as follows: Add at the end of the paragraph, “Any other provision of the Constitution notwithstanding, General Conference may provide for a transitional period for newly created annual, missionary, or provisional annual conferences, not to exceed two quadrennia, during which time such a conference may be rep- The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009 187 resented at General, jurisdictional, and regional conferences on other than a proportional basis. (The change in name from “central” to “regional” takes effect January 1, 2013 at which time this parenthetical procedural note will be removed from the Constitution.)” If voted and so declared by the Council of Bishops, ¶ 15 (¶ 15) would read: The General Conference shall fix the ratio of representation in the General, jurisdictional, and central conferences from the annual conferences, missionary conferences, and the provisional annual conferences, computed on a two-factor basis: (1) the number of clergy members of the annual conference and the missionary conference, and (2) the number of professing members in the annual conference and the missionary conference; provided that each annual conference, missionary conference, or provisional annual conference shall be entitled to at least one clergy and one lay delegate in the General Conference and also in the jurisdictional or central conference. Any other provision of the Constitution notwith- standing, General Conference may provide for a transitional period for newly created annual, missionary, or provisional annual conferences, not to exceed two quadrennia, during which time such a conference may be represented at General, jurisdictional, and regional conferences on other than a proportional basis. (The change in name from “central” to “regional” takes effect January 1, 2013 at which time this parenthetical procedural note will be removed from the Constitution.) If both Amendments V and VI are adopted, the resulting paragraph would read: The General Conference shall fix the ratio of representation in the General, regional and jurisdic- tional conferences from the annual conferences, missionary conferences, and the provisional annual conferences, computed on a two-factor basis: (1) the number of clergy members of the annual conference and the missionary conference, and (2) the number of professing members in the annual conference, and the missionary conference, provided that each annual conference, missionary conference, or provisional annual conference shall be entitled to at least one clergy and one lay delegate in the General Conference and also in the jurisdictional or regional conference. Any other provision of the Constitution notwith- standing, General Conference may provide for a transitional period for newly created annual, missionary, or provisional annual conferences, not to exceed two quadrennia, during which time such a conference may be represented at General, jurisdictional, and regional conferences on other than a proportional basis. (The change in name from “central” to “regional” takes effect January 1, 2013 at which time this parenthetical procedural note will be removed from the Constitution.) Vote For: 299 Against: 800 Proposed Constitutional Amendment – VII On May 1, 2008, at a session of the General Conference of The United Methodist Church held in Fort Worth, Texas, the following Constitutional Amendment was made by a recorded vote of 629 Yes, 248 No. It is now presented to the Annual Conferences for vote. In the 2004 Book of Discipline, Division Two, Section II, ¶ 16, Article IV, (2008 Book of Discipline, Division Two, Section II, ¶ 16, Article IV) amend by deletion and addition, as follows: In ¶ 16.3 and 16.10 delete “central” before “conferences” and add “regional”, and add “(The change in name from “central” to “regional” takes effect January 1, 2013 at which time this parenthetical proce- dural note will be removed from the Constitution.)” at end of the 16.10. If voted and so declared by the Council of Bishops, ¶ 16.3 and .10 (¶ 16.3 and .10) would read: 3. To define and fix the powers and duties of annual conferences, provisional annual conferences, missionary conferences and missions, and of regional conferences, district conferences, charge conferences, and congregational meetings. 10. To fix a uniform basis upon which bishops shall be elected by the jurisdictional conferences and to determine the number of bishops that may be elected by regional conferences. (The change in name from “central” to “regional” takes effect January 1, 2013 at which time this paren- thetical procedural note will be removed from the Constitution.) Vote For: 253 Against: 841 Proposed Constitutional Amendment – VIII On April 29, 2008, at a session of the General Conference of The United Methodist Church held in Fort Worth, Texas, the following Constitutional Amendment was made by a recorded vote of 804 Yes, 39 No. It is now presented to the Annual Conferences for vote. In the 2004 Book of Discipline, Division Two, Section II, ¶ 16, Article IV, (2008 Book of Discipline, Division Two, Section II, ¶ 16, Article IV) amend by deletion and addition, as follows: 188 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
In ¶ 16.1 and .14 add “, gender” after “race”. If voted and so declared by the Council of Bishops, ¶ 16.1 and .14 (¶ 16.1 and .14) would read: 1. To define and fix the conditions, privileges, and duties of Church membership, which shall in every case be without reference to race, gender or status. 14. To secure the rights and privileges of membership in all agencies, programs, and institutions in The United Methodist Church regardless of race, gender or status. Vote For: 824 Against: 272 Proposed Constitutional Amendment – IX On April 29, 2008, at a session of the General Conference of The United Methodist Church held in Fort Worth, Texas, the following Constitutional Amendment was made by a recorded vote of 821 Yes, 50 No. It is now presented to the Annual Conferences for vote. In the 2004 Book of Discipline, Division Two, Section IV, ¶ 23, Article I, (2008 Book of Discipline, Division Two, Section IV, ¶ 23, Article I) amend by addition, as follows: Add “, provided that no jurisdictional conference shall have fewer than 100 delegates” before the period at the end of the first sentence. If voted and so declared by the Council of Bishops, ¶ 23 (¶ 23) would read: The jurisdictional conferences shall be composed of as many representatives from the annual confer- ences and missionary conferences as shall be determined by a uniform basis established by the General Conference, provided that no jurisdictional conference shall have fewer than 100 delegates. The mission- ary conferences shall be considered as annual conferences for the purpose of this article. Vote For: 868 Against: 220 Proposed Constitutional Amendment – X On May 1, 2008, at a session of the General Conference of The United Methodist Church held in Fort Worth, Texas, the following Constitutional Amendment was made by a recorded vote of 649 Yes, 195 No. It is now presented to the Annual Conferences for vote. In the 2004 Book of Discipline, Division Two, Section V, and ¶ 28, Article I, (2008 Book of Discipline, Division Two, Section V, and ¶ 28, Article I) amend by deletion and addition, as follows: Delete “Central” before “Conferences” and add “Regional” before “Conferences” in the heading of Section V. Delete “shall” before “be” and add “may” before “be” and delete “central” before “conferences” and add “regional” before “conferences” and delete “outside the United States of America” before “with” in the first sentence. Delete the second sentence. Delete “Subsequently” at the beginning of the third sentence and delete “central” before “conferences” and add “regional” before “conferences” in the third and fourth sentences, and add “(The change in name from “central” to “regional” takes effect January 1, 2013 at which time this parenthetical procedural note will be removed from the Constitution.)” at end of the paragraph. If voted and so declared by the Council of Bishops, the heading of Section V and ¶ 28 (¶ 28) would read: Section V. Regional Conferences ¶ 28. Article I.-There may be regional conferences for the work of the Church with such duties, pow- ers, and privileges as are hereinafter set forth. The General Conference shall have authority to change the number and boundaries of regional conferences. The regional conferences shall have the duties, powers, and privileges hereinafter set forth. (The change in name from “central” to “regional” takes effect January 1, 2013 at which time this parenthetical procedural note will be removed from the Constitution.) Vote For: 226 Against: 866 Proposed Constitutional Amendment – XI On May 1, 2008, at a session of the General Conference of The United Methodist Church held in Fort Worth, Texas, the following Constitutional Amendment was made by a recorded vote of 629 Yes, 248 No. It is now presented to the Annual Conferences for vote. In the 2004 Book of Discipline, Division Two, Section V, ¶ 29, Article II, (2008 Book of Discipline, Division Two, Section V, ¶ 29, Article II) amend by deletion and addition, as follows: The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009 189
Delete “central” before “conferences” and add “regional” before “conferences” in the first sentence and add “(The change in name from “central” to “regional” takes effect January 1, 2013 at which time this parenthetical procedural note will be removed from the Constitution.)” at end of the paragraph. If voted and so declared by the Council of Bishops, ¶ 29 (¶ 29) would read: The regional conferences shall be composed of as many delegates as shall be determined by a basis established by the General Conference. The delegates shall be clergy and lay in equal numbers. (The change in name from “central” to “regional” takes effect January 1, 2013 at which time this parenthetical procedural note will be removed from the Constitution.) Vote For: 265 Against: 823 Proposed Constitutional Amendment – XII On May 1, 2008, at a session of the General Conference of The United Methodist Church held in Fort Worth, Texas, the following Constitutional Amendment was made by a recorded vote of 749 Yes, 119 No. It is now presented to the Annual Conferences for vote. In the 2004 Book of Discipline, Division Two, Section V, ¶ 30, Article III, (2008 Book of Discipline, Division Two, Section V, ¶ 30, Article III) amend by deletion and addition, as follows: Delete “central” before “conferences” and add “regional” before “conferences” in the first sen- tence. Delete the second sentence and add “(The change in name from “central” to “regional” takes effect January 1, 2013 at which time this parenthetical procedural note will be removed from the Constitution.)” at end of the paragraph. If voted and so declared by the Council of Bishops, ¶ 30 (¶ 30) would read: The regional conferences shall meet within the year succeeding the meeting of the General Conference at such times and places as shall have been determined by the preceding respective regional conferences or by commissions appointed by them or by the General Conference. (The change in name from “central” to “regional” takes effect January 1, 2013 at which time this parenthetical procedural note will be removed from the Constitution.) Vote For: 269 Against: 824
Proposed Constitutional Amendment – XIII On May 1, 2008, at a session of the General Conference of The United Methodist Church held in Fort Worth, Texas, the following Constitutional Amendment was made by a recorded vote of 544 Yes, 252 No. It is now presented to the Annual Conferences for vote. In the 2004 Book of Discipline, Division Two, Section V, ¶ 31, Article IV, (2008 Book of Discipline, Division Two, Section V, ¶ 31, Article IV) amend by deletion and addition, as follows: Delete “central” before “conferences” and add “regional” before “conferences” in the first sentence. Add “In those regional conferences where there are no jurisdictional conferences,” at the beginning of ¶ 31.2 and delete “central” before “conferences” and add “regional” before “conferences.” Add “In those regional conferences where there are jurisdictional conferences, bishops shall be elected by the respective jurisdictional conferences.” Delete “central” before “conferences” and add “regional” before “conferences” in ¶ 31.3, .6, and .7 and add “(The change in name from “central” to “regional” takes effect January 1, 2013 at which time this parenthetical procedural note will be removed from the Constitution.)” at end of the paragraph. If voted and so declared by the Council of Bishops, ¶ 31 (¶ 31) would read: The regional conferences shall have the following powers and duties and such others as may be conferred by the General Conference: 1. To promote the evangelistic, educational, missionary, social-concern, and benevolent interests and institutions of the Church within their own boundaries. 2. In those regional conferences where there are no jurisdictional conferences, to elect the bishops for the respective regional conferences in number as may be determined from time to time, upon a basis fixed by the General Conference, and to cooperate in carrying out such plans for the support of their bishops as may be determined by the General Conference. In those regional conferences where there are jurisdictional conferences, bishops shall be elected by the respective jurisdictional conferences. 3. To establish and constitute such regional conference boards as may be required and to elect their administrative officers. 4. To determine the boundaries of the annual conferences within their respective areas. 190 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
5. To make such rules and regulations for the administration of the work within their boundaries including such changes and adaptations of the General Discipline as the conditions in the respec- tive areas may require, subject to the powers that have been or shall be vested in the General Conference. 6. To appoint a judicial court to determine legal questions arising on the rules, regulations, and such revised, adapted, or new sections of the regional conference Discipline enacted by the regional conference. 7. To appoint a committee on appeals to hear and determine the appeal of a traveling preacher of that regional conference from the decision of a committee on trial. (The change in name from “central” to “regional” takes effect January 1, 2013 at which time this parenthetical procedural note will be removed from the Constitution.) Vote For: 255 Against: 854 Proposed Constitutional Amendment – XIV On May 1, 2008, at a session of the General Conference of The United Methodist Church held in Fort Worth, Texas, the following Constitutional Amendment was made by a recorded vote of 629 Yes, 248 No. It is now presented to the Annual Conferences for vote. In the 2004 Book of Discipline, Division Two, Section VI, ¶ 32, Article I, (2008 Book of Discipline, Division Two, Section VI, ¶ 32, Article I) amend by deletion and addition, as follows: Delete “central” before “conferences” and add “regional” before “conferences” and add “(The change in name from “central” to “regional” takes effect January 1, 2013 at which time this parenthetical pro- cedural note will be removed from the Constitution.)” at end of the paragraph. In a separate action on ¶ 35, an editorial change was proposed to replace “probationary members” with “provisional members” wherever the term appears in the constitution. If voted and so declared by the Council of Bishops, ¶ 32 (¶ 32) would read: The annual conference shall be composed of clergy and lay members. The clergy membership shall consist of deacons and elders in full connection, provisional members, associate members, and local pastors under appointment. The lay membership shall consist of professing members elected by each charge, the diaconal ministers, the active deaconesses and home missioners under episcopal appointment within the bounds of the annual conference, the conference president of United Methodist Women, the conference president of United Methodist Men, the conference lay leader, district lay leaders, the conference director of Lay Speaking Ministries, Conference Secretary of Global Ministries (if lay), the president or equivalent officer of the conference young adult organization, the president of the conference youth organization, the chair of the annual conference college student organization, and one young person between the ages of twelve (12) and seventeen (17) and one young person between the ages of eighteen (18) and thirty (30) from each district to be selected in such a manner as may be determined by the annual conference. In the annual conferences of the regional conferences, the four-year participation and the two-year membership requirements may be waived by the annual conference for young persons under thirty (30) years of age. Such persons must be professing members of The United Methodist Church and active participants at the time of election. Each charge served by more than one clergy shall be entitled to as many lay members as there are clergy members. The lay members shall have been for the two years next preceding their elec- tion members of The United Methodist Church and shall have been active participants in The United Methodist Church for at least four years next preceding their election. If the lay membership shall number less than the clergy members of the annual conference, the annual conference shall, by its own formula, provide for the election of additional lay members to equalize lay and clergy membership of the annual conference. (The change in name from “central” to “regional” takes effect January 1, 2013 at which time this parenthetical procedural note will be removed from the Constitution.) Vote For: 280 Against: 809 Proposed Constitutional Amendment – XV On May 1, 2008, at a session of the General Conference of The United Methodist Church held in Fort Worth, Texas, the following Constitutional Amendment was made by a recorded vote of 718 Yes, 117 No. It is now presented to the Annual Conferences for vote. In the 2004 Book of Discipline, Division Two, Section VI, ¶ 32, Article I, (2008 Book of Discipline, Division Two, Section VI, ¶ 32, Article I) amend by deletion and addition, as follows: The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009 191
Delete everything in the first paragraph following “shall be composed of” and add “lay and clergy members as defined by the General Conference. Lay members shall have been professing members of The United Methodist Church for one year preceding their election.” If voted and so declared by the Council of Bishops, ¶ 32 (¶ 32) would read: The annual conference shall be composed of lay and clergy members as defined by the General Conference. Lay members shall have been professing members of The United Methodist Church for one year preceding their election. If the lay membership should number less than the clergy members of the Annual Conference, the Annual Conference shall by its own formula, provide for the election of additional lay members to equalize lay and clergy membership of the Annual Conference. If both Amendments XIV and XV are adopted, the resulting paragraph would read: The annual conference shall be composed of lay and clergy members as defined by the General Conference. Lay members shall have been professing members of The United Methodist Church for one year preceding their election. If the lay membership should number less than the clergy members of the Annual Conference, the Annual Conference shall by its own formula, provide for the election of additional lay members to equalize lay and clergy membership of the Annual Conference. Vote For: 312 Against: 770 Proposed Constitutional Amendment – XVI On May 1, 2008, at a session of the General Conference of The United Methodist Church held in Fort Worth, Texas, the following Constitutional Amendment was made by a recorded vote of 629 Yes, 248 No. It is now presented to the Annual Conferences for vote. In the 2004 Book of Discipline, Division Two, Section VI, ¶ 33, Article II, (2008 Book of Discipline, Division Two, Section VI, ¶ 33, Article II) amend by deletion and addition, as follows: Add “, regional” following “General” and before “and” and delete “the” before “jurisdictional” and delete “or central” before “conferences” in the first sentence. Add “(The change in name from “central” to “regional” takes effect January 1, 2013 at which time this parenthetical procedural note will be removed from the Constitution.)” at end of the paragraph. If voted and so declared by the Council of Bishops, ¶ 33 (¶ 33) would read: The annual conference is the basic body in the Church and as such shall have reserved to it the right to vote on all constitutional amendments, on the election of clergy and lay delegates to the General, regional and jurisdictional conferences, on all matters relating to the character and conference relations of its clergy members, and on the ordination of clergy and such other rights as have not been delegated to the General Conference under the Constitution, with the exception that the lay members may not vote on matters of ordination, character, and conference relations of clergy except that the lay members of the conference board of ordained ministry may vote on matters of ordination, character, and conference relations of clergy, with the further exception that lay members of the district committee on ordained ministry be full participating members of the district committee on ordained ministry with vote. It shall discharge such duties and exercise such powers as the General Conference under the Constitution may determine. (The change in name from “central” to “regional” takes effect January 1, 2013 at which time this parenthetical procedural note will be removed from the Constitution.) Vote For: 278 Against: 813 Proposed Constitutional Amendment – XVII On May 1, 2008, at a session of the General Conference of The United Methodist Church held in Fort Worth, Texas, the following Constitutional Amendment was made by a recorded vote of 812 Yes, 49 No. It is now presented to the Annual Conferences for vote. In the 2004 Book of Discipline, Division Two, Section VI, ¶ 33, Article II, (2008 Book of Discipline, Division Two, Section VI, ¶ 33, Article II) amend by addition, as follows: Add “and the committee on investigation” following “ministry.” If voted and so declared by the Council of Bishops, ¶ 33 (¶ 33) would read: The annual conference is the basic body in the Church and as such shall have reserved to it the right to vote on all constitutional amendments, on the election of clergy and lay delegates to the General and the jurisdictional or central conferences, on all matters relating to the character and conference relations 192 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
of its clergy members, and on the ordination of clergy and such other rights as have not been delegated to the General Conference under the Constitution, with the exception that the lay members may not vote on matters of ordination, character, and conference relations of clergy except that the lay members of the conference board of ordained ministry and the committee on investigation may vote on matters of ordination, character, and conference relations of clergy, with the further exception that lay members of the district committee on ordained ministry be full participating members of the district committee on ordained ministry with vote. It shall discharge such duties and exercise such powers as the General Conference under the Constitution may determine. If both Amendments XVI and XVII are adopted, the resulting paragraph would read: The annual conference is the basic body in the Church and as such shall have reserved to it the right to vote on all constitutional amendments, on the election of clergy and lay delegates to the General, regional, and jurisdictional conferences, on all matters relating to the character and conference relations of its clergy members, and on the ordination of clergy and such other rights as have not been delegated to the General Conference under the Constitution, with the exception that the lay members may not vote on matters of ordination, character, and conference relations of clergy except that the lay members of the conference board of ordained ministry and the committee on investigation may vote on matters of ordination, character, and conference relations of clergy, with the further exception that lay members of the district committee on ordained ministry be full participating members of the district committee on ordained ministry with vote. It shall discharge such duties and exercise such powers as the General Conference under the Constitution may determine. (The change in name from “central” to “regional” takes effect January 1, 2013 at which time this parenthetical procedural note will be removed from the Constitution.) Vote For: 492 Against: 598 Proposed Constitutional Amendment – XVIII On May 1, 2008, at a session of the General Conference of The United Methodist Church held in Fort Worth, Texas, the following Constitutional Amendment was made by a recorded vote of 629 Yes, 248 No. It is now presented to the Annual Conferences for vote. In the 2004 Book of Discipline, Division Two, Section VI, ¶ 34, Article III, (2008 Book of Discipline, Division Two, Section VI, ¶ 34, Article III) amend by deletion and addition, as follows: Following “jurisdictional” delete “or central” and add “and regional”, and add “(The change in name from “central” to “regional” takes effect January 1, 2013 at which time this parenthetical procedural note will be removed from the Constitution.)” at end of the paragraph. If voted and so declared by the Council of Bishops, ¶ 34 (¶ 34) would read: The annual conference shall elect clergy and lay delegates to the General Conference and to its juris- dictional and regional conference in the manner provided in this section, Articles IV and V. The persons first elected up to the number determined by the ratio for representation in the General Conference shall be representatives in that body. Additional delegates shall be elected to complete the number determined by the ratio for representation in the jurisdictional and regional conference, who, together with those first elected as above, shall be delegates in the jurisdictional and regional conference. The additional delegates to the jurisdictional and regional conference shall in the order of their election be the reserve delegates to the General Conference. The annual conference shall also elect reserve clergy and lay delegates to the jurisdictional and regional conference as it may deem desirable. These reserve clergy and lay delegates to the jurisdictional and regional conferences may act as reserve delegates to the General Conference when it is evident that not enough reserve delegates are in attendance at the General Conference. (The change in name from “central” to “regional” takes effect January 1, 2013 at which time this parenthetical procedural note will be removed from the Constitution.) Vote For: 269 Against: 821 Proposed Constitutional Amendment – XIX On May 1, 2008, at a session of the General Conference of The United Methodist Church held in Fort Worth, Texas, the following Constitutional Amendment was made by a recorded vote of 696 Yes, 135 No. It is now presented to the Annual Conferences for vote. In the 2004 Book of Discipline, Division Two, Section VI, ¶ 35, Article IV, (2008 Book of Discipline, Division Two, Section VI, ¶ 35, Article IV) amend by deletion and addition, as follows: Before “delegates” delete “ordained ministerial” and add “clergy” and before “from” delete “by and” and before “members” delete “ordained ministerial” and before “members” add “clergy” and before “the The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009 193 annual” delete “with” and before “the annual” add “and shall be elected by the clergy members of” and after “or provisional annual conference” add “who are deacons and elders in full connection, associate members, and those provisional members who have completed all of their educational requirements and local pastors who have completed course of study or an M. Div. degree and have served a minimum of two consecutive years under appointment immediately preceding the election.” If voted and so declared by the Council of Bishops, ¶ 35 (¶ 35) would read: The clergy delegates to the General Conference and to the jurisdictional or central conference shall be elected from the clergy members in full connection and shall be elected by the clergy members of the annual conference or provisional annual conference who are deacons and elders in full connection, asso- ciate members, and those provisional members who have completed all of their educational requirements and local pastors who have completed course of study or an M. Div. degree and have served a minimum of two consecutive years under appointment immediately preceding the election. Vote For: 975 Against: 111 Proposed Constitutional Amendment – XX On May 1, 2008, at a session of the General Conference of The United Methodist Church held in Fort Worth, Texas, the following Constitutional Amendment was made by a recorded vote of 629 Yes, 248 No. It is now presented to the Annual Conferences for vote. In the 2004 Book of Discipline, Division Two, Section VI, ¶ 35, Article IV, (2008 Book of Discipline, Division Two, Section VI, ¶ 35, Article IV) amend by deletion and addition, as follows: Delete “or central” following “jurisdictional” and add “and regional” following “jurisdictional” and add “(The change in name from “central” to “regional” takes effect January 1, 2013 at which time this parenthetical procedural note will be removed from the Constitution.)” at end of the paragraph. If voted and so declared by the Council of Bishops, ¶ 35 (¶ 35) would read: The ordained ministerial delegates to the General Conference and to the jurisdictional and regional conference shall be elected by and from the ordained ministerial members in full connection with the annual conference or provisional annual conference. (The change in name from “central” to “regional” takes effect January 1, 2013 at which time this parenthetical procedural note will be removed from the Constitution.)” If both Amendments XIX and XX are adopted, the resulting paragraph would read: The clergy delegates to the General Conference and to the jurisdictional or regional conference shall be elected from the clergy members in full connection and shall be elected by the clergy members of the annual conference or provisional annual conference who are deacons and elders in full connection, asso- ciate members, and those provisional members who have completed all of their educational requirements and local pastors who have completed course of study or an M. Div. degree and have served a minimum of two consecutive years under appointment immediately preceding the election. (The change in name from “central” to “regional” takes effect January 1, 2013 at which time this parenthetical procedural note will be removed from the Constitution.)” Vote For: 275 Against: 818 Proposed Constitutional Amendment – XXI On May 1, 2008, at a session of the General Conference of The United Methodist Church held in Fort Worth, Texas, the following Constitutional Amendment was made by a recorded vote of 629 Yes, 248 No. It is now presented to the Annual Conferences for vote. In the 2004 Book of Discipline, Division Two, Section VI, ¶ 36, Article V, (2008 Book of Discipline, Division Two, Section VI, ¶ 36, Article V) amend by deletion and addition, as follows: Delete “and” before “jurisdictional” and delete “or central” before “conferences” and add “and regional” before “conferences” in the first clause, delete “or central” before “conferences” and add “and regional” before conferences in the last clause and add “(The change in name from “central” to “regional” takes effect January 1, 2013 at which time this parenthetical procedural note will be removed from the Constitution.)” at end of the paragraph. If voted and so declared by the Council of Bishops, ¶ 36 (¶ 36) would read: The lay delegates to the General, jurisdictional and regional conferences shall be elected by the lay members of the annual conference or provisional annual conference without regard to age; provided such delegates shall have been professing members of The United Methodist Church for at least two years 194 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
next preceding their election, and shall have been active participants in The United Methodist Church for at least four years next preceding their election, and are members thereof within the annual confer- ence electing them at the time of holding the General and jurisdictional and regional conferences. (The change in name from “central” to “regional” takes effect January 1, 2013 at which time this parenthetical procedural note will be removed from the Constitution.) Vote For: 287 Against: 805 Proposed Constitutional Amendment – XXII On April 29, 2008, at a session of the General Conference of The United Methodist Church held in Fort Worth, Texas, the following Constitutional Amendment was made by a recorded vote of 757 Yes, 27 No. It is now presented to the Annual Conferences for vote. In the 2004 Book of Discipline, Division Two, Section VII, ¶ 37, Article I, (2008 Book of Discipline, Division Two, Section VII, ¶ 37, Article I) amend by addition, as follows: Before “Connecticut” add “Bermuda”. If voted and so declared by the Council of Bishops, ¶ 37 (¶ 37) would read: The United Methodist Church shall have jurisdictional conferences made up as follows: Northeastern-Bermuda, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, the Virgin Islands, West Virginia. Southeastern-Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia. North Central-Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota, North Dakota, Ohio, South Dakota, Wisconsin. South Central-Arkansas, Kansas, Louisiana, Missouri, Nebraska, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Texas. Western-Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Hawaii, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, Washington, and Wyoming and the territory of the United States in the Pacific region. Vote For: 889 Against: 204 Proposed Constitutional Amendment – XXIII On May 1, 2008, at a session of the General Conference of The United Methodist Church held in Fort Worth, Texas, the following Constitutional Amendment was made by a recorded vote of 590 Yes, 255 No. It is now presented to the Annual Conferences for vote. In the 2004 Book of Discipline, Division Two, Section VII, ¶ 38, Article II, (2008 Book of Discipline, Division Two, Section VII, ¶ 38, Article II) amend by deletion and addition, as follows: After “Church” delete “outside the United States of America” and after “into” delete “central” and after “into” add “regional” and after “”determined” delete “by the Uniting Conference,” and after “Conference” delete “having authority subsequently to make changes in the number and boundaries.” and add “(The change in name from “central” to “regional” takes effect January 1, 2013 at which time this parenthetical procedural note will be removed from the Constitution.)” at end of the paragraph. If voted and so declared by the Council of Bishops, ¶ 38 (¶ 38) would read: The work of the Church may be formed into regional conferences, the number and boundaries of which shall be determined by the General Conference. (The change in name from “central” to “regional” takes effect January 1, 2013 at which time this parenthetical procedural note will be removed from the Constitution.) Vote For: 163 Against: 928 Proposed Constitutional Amendment – XXIV On May 1, 2008, at a session of the General Conference of The United Methodist Church held in Fort Worth, Texas, the following Constitutional Amendment was made by a recorded vote of 629 Yes, 248 No. It is now presented to the Annual Conferences for vote. In the 2004 Book of Discipline, Division Two, Section VII, ¶ 40, Article IV, (2008 Book of Discipline, Division Two, Section VII, ¶ 40, Article IV) amend by deletion and addition, as follows: Before “conferences” delete “central” and before “conferences” add “regional” and add “(The change in name from “central” to “regional” takes effect January 1, 2013 at which time this parenthetical proce- dural note will be removed from the Constitution.)” at end of the paragraph. The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009 195
If voted and so declared by the Council of Bishops, ¶ 40 (¶ 40) would read: Changes in the number, names, and boundaries of the annual conferences and episcopal areas may be effected by the jurisdictional conferences in the United States of America and by the regional confer- ences outside the United States of America according to the provisions under the respective powers and pursuant to the respective structures of the jurisdictional and the regional conferences. (The change in name from “central” to “regional” takes effect January 1, 2013 at which time this parenthetical procedural note will be removed from the Constitution.) Vote For: 214 Against: 877 Proposed Constitutional Amendment – XXV On May 1, 2008, at a session of the General Conference of The United Methodist Church held in Fort Worth, Texas, the following Constitutional Amendment was made by a recorded vote of 629 Yes, 248 No. It is now presented to the Annual Conferences for vote. In the 2004 Book of Discipline, Division Three, ¶ 46, Article I, (2008 Book of Discipline, Division Three, ¶ 46, Article I) amend by deletion and addition, as follows: Before “conferences” delete “central” and before “conferences” add “regional” and before “confer- ence” delete “central” and before “conference” add “regional” and add “(The change in name from “central” to “regional” takes effect January 1, 2013 at which time this parenthetical procedural note will be removed from the Constitution.)” at end of the paragraph. If voted and so declared by the Council of Bishops, ¶ 46 (¶ 46) would read: The bishops shall be elected by the respective jurisdictional and regional conferences and consecrated in the historic manner at such time and place as may be fixed by the General Conference for those elected by the jurisdictions and by each regional conference for those elected by such regional conference. (The change in name from “central” to “regional” takes effect January 1, 2013 at which time this parenthetical procedural note will be removed from the Constitution.) Vote For: 253 Against: 840 Proposed Constitutional Amendment – XXVI On May 1, 2008, at a session of the General Conference of The United Methodist Church held in Fort Worth, Texas, the following Constitutional Amendment was made by a recorded vote of 560 Yes, 275 No. It is now presented to the Annual Conferences for vote. In the 2004 Book of Discipline, Division Three, ¶ 48, Article IV, (2008 Book of Discipline, Division Three, ¶ 48, Article IV) amend by deletion and addition, as follows: Before “conference” delete “central” and before “conference” add “regional” and following “Bishops” delete “, and such” and following “Bishops” add “In regional conferences where there are jurisdictional conferences, the jurisdictional colleges shall arrange the plan of episcopal supervision of the annual con- ferences, missionary conferences and missions within their jurisdictions. In regional conferences where there are no jurisdictional conferences, the regional conference” and add “(The change in name from “central” to “regional” takes effect January 1, 2013 at which time this parenthetical procedural note will be removed from the Constitution.)” at end of the paragraph. If voted and so declared by the Council of Bishops, ¶ 48 (¶ 48) would read: The bishops of each jurisdictional and regional conference shall constitute a College of Bishops. In regional conferences where there are jurisdictional conferences, the jurisdictional colleges shall arrange the plan of episcopal supervision of the annual conferences, missionary conferences and missions within their jurisdictions. In regional conferences where there are no jurisdictional conferences, the regional conference College of Bishops shall arrange the plan of episcopal supervision of the annual conferences, missionary conferences, and missions within their respective territories. (The change in name from “central” to “regional” takes effect January 1, 2013 at which time this parenthetical procedural note will be removed from the Constitution.) Vote For: 154 Against: 941 Proposed Constitutional Amendment – XXVII On May 1, 2008, at a session of the General Conference of The United Methodist Church held in Fort Worth, Texas, the following Constitutional Amendment was made by a recorded vote of 629 Yes, 246 No. It is now presented to the Annual Conferences for vote. In the 2004 Book of Discipline, Division Three, ¶ 49, Article V, (2008 Book of Discipline, Division Three, ¶ 49, Article V) amend by deletion and addition, as follows: 196 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
In the first sentence, before “conferences” delete “ or central” and before “conferences” add “and regional” and in the first sentence of the second paragraph delete “central” before “conference” and add “regional” before “conference” and add “(The change in name from “central” to “regional” takes effect January 1, 2013 at which time this parenthetical procedural note will be removed from the Constitution.)” at end of the paragraph. If voted and so declared by the Council of Bishops, ¶ 49 (¶ 49) would read: The bishops shall have residential and presidential supervision in the jurisdictional and regional conferences in which they are elected or to which they are transferred. Bishops may be transferred from one jurisdiction to another jurisdiction for presidential and residential supervision under the following conditions: (1) The transfer of bishops may be on either of two bases: (a) a jurisdiction that receives a bishop by transfer from another jurisdiction may transfer to that jurisdiction or to a third jurisdiction one of its own bishops eligible for transfer, so that the number transferred in by each jurisdiction shall be bal- anced by the number transferred out; or (b) a jurisdiction may receive a bishop from another jurisdiction and not transfer out a member of its own College of Bishops. (2) No bishop shall be transferred unless that bishop shall have specifically consented. (3) No bishop shall be eligible for transfer unless the bishop shall have served one quadrennium in the jurisdiction that elected the bishop to the episcopacy. (4) All such transfers shall require the approval by a majority vote of the members present and voting of the jurisdic- tional committees on episcopacy of the jurisdictions that are involved. After the above procedures have been followed, the transferring bishop shall become a member of the receiving College of Bishops and shall be subject to residential assignment by that jurisdictional conference. A bishop may be assigned by the Council of Bishops for presidential service or other temporary service in another jurisdiction than that which elected the bishop; provided that the request is made by a majority of the bishops in the jurisdiction of the proposed service. In the case of an emergency in any jurisdiction or regional conference through the death or disability of a bishop or other cause, the Council of Bishops may assign a bishop from another jurisdiction or regional conference to the work of the said jurisdiction or regional conference, with the consent of a majority of the bishops of that jurisdiction or regional conference. (The change in name from “central” to “regional” takes effect January 1, 2013 at which time this parenthetical procedural note will be removed from the Constitution.) Vote For: 265 Against: 829 Proposed Constitutional Amendment – XXVIII On May 1, 2008, at a session of the General Conference of The United Methodist Church held in Fort Worth, Texas, the following Constitutional Amendment was made by a recorded vote of 629 Yes, 248 No. It is now presented to the Annual Conferences for vote. In the 2004 Book of Discipline, Division Three, ¶ 50, Article VI, (2008 Book of Discipline, Division Three, ¶ 50, Article VI) amend by deletion and addition, as follows: In the third sentence, delete “central” before “conference” and add “regional” before “conference” and add “(The change in name from “central” to “regional” takes effect January 1, 2013 at which time this parenthetical procedural note will be removed from the Constitution.)” at end of the paragraph. If voted and so declared by the Council of Bishops, ¶ 50 (¶ 50) would read: The bishops, both active and retired, of The Evangelical United Brethren Church and of The Methodist Church at the time union is consummated shall be bishops of The United Methodist Church. The bishops of The Methodist Church elected by the jurisdictions, the active bishops of The Evangelical United Brethren Church at the time of union, and bishops elected by the jurisdictions of The United Methodist Church shall have life tenure. Each bishop elected by a regional conference of The Methodist Church shall have such tenure as the regional conference electing him shall have deter- mined. The jurisdictional conference shall elect a standing committee on episcopacy to consist of one clergy and one lay delegate from each annual conference, on nomination of the annual conference delegation. The committee shall review the work of the bishops, pass on their character and official administration, and report to the jurisdictional conference its findings for such action as the conference may deem appro- priate within its constitutional warrant of power. The committee shall recommend the assignments of the bishops to their respective residences for final action by the jurisdictional conference. (The change in name from “central” to “regional” takes effect January 1, 2013 at which time this parenthetical procedural note will be removed from the Constitution.) Vote For: 264 Against: 834 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009 197
Proposed Constitutional Amendment – XXIX On May 1, 2008, at a session of the General Conference of The United Methodist Church held in Fort Worth, Texas, the following Constitutional Amendment was made by a recorded vote of 629 Yes, 248 No. It is now presented to the Annual Conferences for vote. In the 2004 Book of Discipline, Division Three, ¶ 51, Article VII, (2008 Book of Discipline, Division Three, ¶ 51, Article VII) amend by deletion and addition, as follows: Delete “central” before “or jurisdictional” and add “regional” before “or jurisdictional” and add “(The change in name from “central” to “regional” takes effect January 1, 2013 at which time this parenthetical procedural note will be removed from the Constitution.)” at end of the paragraph. If voted and so declared by the Council of Bishops, ¶ 51 (¶ 51) would read: A bishop presiding over an annual, regional, or jurisdictional conference shall decide all questions of law coming before the bishop in the regular business of a session; provided that such questions be presented in writing and that the decisions be recorded in the journal of the conference. Such an episcopal decision shall not be authoritative except for the pending case until it shall have been passed upon by the Judicial Council. All decisions of law made by each bishop shall be reported in writing annually, with a syllabus of the same, to the Judicial Council, which shall affirm, modify, or reverse them. (The change in name from “central” to “regional” takes effect January 1, 2013 at which time this parenthetical procedural note will be removed from the Constitution.) Vote For: 263 Against: 831 Proposed Constitutional Amendment – XXX On May 1, 2008, at a session of the General Conference of The United Methodist Church held in Fort Worth, Texas, the following Constitutional Amendment was made by a recorded vote of 629 Yes, 248 No. It is now presented to the Annual Conferences for vote. In the 2004 Book of Discipline, Division Three, ¶ 52, Article VIII, (2008 Book of Discipline, Division Three, ¶ 52, Article VIII) amend by deletion and addition, as follows: Delete “central” after “jurisdictional and” and add “regional” after “jurisdictional and” and add “(The change in name from “central” to “regional” takes effect January 1, 2013 at which time this parenthetical procedural note will be removed from the Constitution.)” at end of the paragraph. If voted and so declared by the Council of Bishops, ¶ 52 (¶ 52) would read: The bishops of the several jurisdictional and regional conferences shall preside in the sessions of their respective conferences. (The change in name from “central” to “regional” takes effect January 1, 2013 at which time this parenthetical procedural note will be removed from the Constitution.) Vote For: 261 Against: 836 Proposed Constitutional Amendment – XXXI On May 1, 2008, at a session of the General Conference of The United Methodist Church held in Fort Worth, Texas, the following Constitutional Amendment was made by a recorded vote of 629 Yes, 248 No. It is now presented to the Annual Conferences for vote. In the 2004 Book of Discipline, Division Four, ¶ 56, Article II, (2008 Book of Discipline, Division Four, ¶ 56, Article II) amend by deletion and addition, as follows: Delete “central” after “jurisdictional or” and add “regional” after “jurisdictional or” and delete “cen- tral” after “jurisdictional or a” and add “regional” after “jurisdictional or a” and add “(The change in name from “central” to “regional” takes effect January 1, 2013 at which time this parenthetical procedural note will be removed from the Constitution.)” at end of the paragraph. If voted and so declared by the Council of Bishops, ¶ 56 (¶ 56) would read: The Judicial Council shall have authority: 1. To determine the constitutionality of any act of the General Conference upon an appeal of a majority of the Council of Bishops or one-fifth of the members of the General Conference and to determine the constitutionality of any act of a jurisdictional or regional conference upon an appeal of a majority of the bishops of that jurisdictional or regional conference or upon the appeal of one-fifth of the members of that jurisdictional or regional conference. 2. To hear and determine any appeal from a bishop’s decision on a question of law made in the annual conference when said appeal has been made by one-fifth of that conference present and voting. 198 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
3. To pass upon decisions of law made by bishops in annual conferences. 4. To hear and determine the legality of any action taken therein by any General Conference board or jurisdictional or regional conference board or body, upon appeal by one-third of the members thereof, or upon request of the Council of Bishops or a majority of the bishops of a jurisdictional or a regional conference. 5. To have such other duties and powers as may be conferred upon it by the General Conference. 6. To provide its own methods of organization and procedure. (The change in name from “central” to “regional” takes effect January 1, 2013 at which time this parenthetical procedural note will be removed from the Constitution.) Vote For: 260 Against: 835 Proposed Constitutional Amendment – XXXII On May 1, 2008, at a session of the General Conference of The United Methodist Church held in Fort Worth, Texas, the following Constitutional Amendment was made by a recorded vote of 629 Yes, 248 No. It is now presented to the Annual Conferences for vote. In the 2004 Book of Discipline, Division Five, ¶ 61, Article II, (2008 Book of Discipline, Division Five, ¶ 61, Article II) amend by deletion and addition, as follows: Delete “central” after “jurisdictional or” and add “regional” after “jurisdictional or” and add “(The change in name from “central” to “regional” takes effect January 1, 2013 at which time this parenthetical procedural note will be removed from the Constitution.)” at end of the paragraph. If voted and so declared by the Council of Bishops, ¶ 61 (¶ 61) would read: A jurisdictional or regional conference may by a majority vote propose changes in the Constitution of the Church, and such proposed changes shall be submitted to the next General Conference. If the General Conference adopts the measure by a two-thirds vote, it shall be submitted to the annual confer- ences according to the provision for amendments. (The change in name from “central” to “regional” takes effect January 1, 2013 at which time this parenthetical procedural note will be removed from the Constitution.) Vote For: 269 Against: 828
Rationale for Proposed Constitutional Amendments Voted General Conference April-May 2008 I. The proposed amendment emphasizes the wideness of God’s mercy and the availability of the ministry of the church to all. II. The proposed amendment requires the adoption of ethics and conflict of interest policies to ensure accountability and fiduciary integrity. III. The proposed amendment allows the General Conference to create similar structures for all of our world-wide church. Each Annual Conference would belong to a Regional Conference which would be able to organize sub-units called Jurisdictional Conferences. IV. The proposed amendment allows the General Conference to create similar structures for all of our world-wide church. Each Annual Conference would belong to a Regional Conference which would be able to organize sub-units called Jurisdictional Conferences. V. The proposed amendment allows the General Conference to create similar structures for all of our world-wide church. Each Annual Conference would belong to a Regional Conference which would be able to organize sub-units called Jurisdictional Conferences. VI. The proposed amendment allows for representation in the General Conference at other than proportional levels during a transitional period for the admission of an annual conference into the United Methodist Church. VII. The proposed amendment allows the General Conference to create similar structures for all of our world-wide church. Each Annual Conference would belong to a Regional Conference which would be able to organize sub-units called Jurisdictional Conferences. The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009 199
VIII. The proposed amendment would add “gender” to those categories of persons protected in this list of duties of General Conference. IX. The proposed amendment would ensure a minimum basis of support for the election of bishops at jurisdictional conferences. X. The proposed amendment allows the General Conference to create similar structures for all of our world-wide church. Each Annual Conference would belong to a Regional Conference which would be able to organize sub-units called Jurisdictional Conferences. XI. The proposed amendment allows the General Conference to create similar structures for all of our world-wide church. Each Annual Conference would belong to a Regional Conference which would be able to organize sub-units called Jurisdictional Conferences. XII. The proposed amendment allows the General Conference to create similar structures for all of our world-wide church. Each Annual Conference would belong to a Regional Conference which would be able to organize sub-units called Jurisdictional Conferences. XIII. The proposed amendment allows the General Conference to create similar structures for all of our world-wide church. Each Annual Conference would belong to a Regional Conference which would be able to organize sub-units called Jurisdictional Conferences. XIV. The proposed amendment allows the General Conference to create similar structures for all of our world-wide church. Each Annual Conference would belong to a Regional Conference which would be able to organize sub-units called Jurisdictional Conferences. XV. The proposed amendment allows definition of the lay and clergy membership of the annual con- ference by the General Conference without going through the constitutional amendment process. This portion of The Book of Discipline of The United Methodist Church (Section VI, Article I of the Constitution) has been amended 16 times since 1968. XVI. The proposed amendment allows the General Conference to create similar structures for all of our world-wide church. Each Annual Conference would belong to a Regional Conference which would be able to organize sub-units called Jurisdictional Conferences. XVII. The proposed amendment would make supporting constitutional changes to allow reinstate- ment of legislation adopted by the 2004 General Conference and subsequently declared unconstitutional by the Judicial Council to allow lay persons on the committee on investigation to vote on matters of ordination, character, and conference relations of clergy. XVIII. The proposed amendment allows the General Conference to create similar structures for all of our world-wide church. Each Annual Conference would belong to a Regional Conference which would be able to organize sub-units called Jurisdictional Conferences. XIX. The proposed amendment would allow additional clergy members to participate in the election of clergy delegates to general, jurisdictional or central conferences. XX. The proposed amendment allows the General Conference to create similar structures for all of our world-wide church. Each Annual Conference would belong to a Regional Conference which would be able to organize sub-units called Jurisdictional Conferences. XXI. The proposed amendment allows the General Conference to create similar structures for all of our world-wide church. Each Annual Conference would belong to a Regional Conference which would be able to organize sub-units called Jurisdictional Conferences. XXII. The proposed amendment formally recognizes that the Baltimore-Washington Conference has been appointing pastors, superintending the congregations and integrating the congregations of Bermuda into the life of the Baltimore-Washington Conference. The General Board of Global Ministries and the Baltimore-Washington Conference recognize these churches as United Methodist congregations. XXIII. The proposed amendment allows the General Conference to create similar structures for all of our world-wide church. Each Annual Conference would belong to a Regional Conference which would be able to organize sub-units called Jurisdictional Conferences. 200 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
XXIV. The proposed amendment allows the General Conference to create similar structures for all of our world-wide church. Each Annual Conference would belong to a Regional Conference which would be able to organize sub-units called Jurisdictional Conferences. XXV. The proposed amendment allows the General Conference to create similar structures for all of our world-wide church. Each Annual Conference would belong to a Regional Conference which would be able to organize sub-units called Jurisdictional Conferences. XXVI. The proposed amendment allows the General Conference to create similar structures for all of our world-wide church. Each Annual Conference would belong to a Regional Conference which would be able to organize sub-units called Jurisdictional Conferences. XXVII. The proposed amendment allows the General Conference to create similar structures for all of our world-wide church. Each Annual Conference would belong to a Regional Conference which would be able to organize sub-units called Jurisdictional Conferences. XXVIII. The proposed amendment allows the General Conference to create similar structures for all of our world-wide church. Each Annual Conference would belong to a Regional Conference which would be able to organize sub-units called Jurisdictional Conferences. XXIX. The proposed amendment allows the General Conference to create similar structures for all of our world-wide church. Each Annual Conference would belong to a Regional Conference which would be able to organize sub-units called Jurisdictional Conferences. XXX. The proposed amendment allows the General Conference to create similar structures for all of our world-wide church. Each Annual Conference would belong to a Regional Conference which would be able to organize sub-units called Jurisdictional Conferences. XXXI. The proposed amendment allows the General Conference to create similar structures for all of our world-wide church. Each Annual Conference would belong to a Regional Conference which would be able to organize sub-units called Jurisdictional Conferences. XXXII. The proposed amendment allows the General Conference to create similar structures for all of our world-wide church. Each Annual Conference would belong to a Regional Conference which would be able to organize sub-units called Jurisdictional Conferences. Amendments III, IV, V, VII, X, XI, XII, XIII, XIV, XVI, XVIII, XX, XXI, XXIII, XXIV, XXV, XXVI, XXVII, XXVIII, XXIX, XXX, XXXI, and XXXII are all part of the Worldwide Nature of the United Methodist Church proposal. The rationale is identical for these amendments. Amendments V and VI are both for ¶ 15. Amendments VII and VIII are both for ¶ 16, but for different subparagraphs. Amendments XIV and XV are both for ¶ 32. Amendments XVI and XVII are both for ¶ 33. Amendments XIX and XX are both for ¶ 35. The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009 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 202 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
B. Memoirs Clergy
Marion Selby Alsworth 1927-2008 On January 27, 1927, Marion Selby Alsworth was born to Rev. W.B. Alsworth and Josie Wilkinson Alsworth in Meridian. He was the fifth of seven children born to this union. His father being a minister his early education was in a number of schools but he graduated from Central High School in Jackson, in December 1945, and joined the Navy soon after. He was discharged in 1947 and started to school at Millsaps, graduating in 1951. He married Carrie Ellen Johnson on October 16, 1949. Upon graduation from Millsaps they moved to Douglasville, GA. There they served Douglasville Circuit and he attended Emory University, graduating in 1954. He returned to the Mississippi Conference in June of 1954 and was appointed to the Desoto Charge. Other churches served were; Gloster-Union, 1955-59; Yazoo: St. John, 1959-62; Bolton, 1963-65; Forrest Hill, 1965-69; Quitman, 1969-74; Van Winkle, 1974-76; Decatur: Good Hope, 1976-81; Poplarville, 1981-83; Bay Springs: Sylvania, 1983-88; and Mendenhall, 1988-92, when he retired. Selby passed away on September 21, 2008 at the Baptist Medical Center in Jackson. Funeral services were held at Shiloh UMC on September 23, 2008. He was interned at Shiloh Cemetery. He loved his church and enjoyed being a pastor. He is survived by his wife, Ellen, three children, George Alsworth, Waynesboro, Maggie Davis, AL, Mike Alsworth, Brandon; 5 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. We miss him so much but know he is at rest. Submitted by his family
Ronald Jerry Barham 1943-2008 Rev. Ronald Jerry Barham (b. Florence, Ala., Feb. 7, 1943; d. Meridian, Miss., July 20, 2008) was a United Methodist pastor, planter of trees and other growing things, lover of birds and bees and all God’s beasts and critters, teacher, learner, civil rights defender, master cook, word lover, nature guide, fiddler-with of gadgets and tools, hunter, fisher, carpenter, storyteller, etc. He was preceded in death by his parents, Herman and Bertha Barham of Meridian, and is survived by his spouse Carrol and children Winston and Rachel. You may share stories by emailing [email protected]. Ron was a member of the Mississippi Conference of the United Methodist Church, serving in many capacities over his 40-year career. He graduated from Millsaps College in 1965 where he received the Galloway Preaching Award, and received his M.Div. from Emory University’s Candler School of Theology. He served Rock Springs Charge, Lawrenceville, Ga., Decell Memorial UMC Wesson, Jackson Street UMC Brookhaven, Monticello First UMC, Ellisville First UMC, Ellisville State School (Chaplain), First UMC Long Beach, St. Luke UMC Tupelo, Brookhaven District (District Superintendant), Wood Institute Mathiston (Director), and Sturgis-Big Creek Charge. He had just begun serving Cleveland Charge (Kemper County) at the time of his death. He was actively involved in leading seminars on lay leadership and small membership churches. He received the N.A. Dickson Award for leadership and service to others. Ron believed that a beast taken down in the field or yanked out of the water deserved extraordinary treatment on the dinner table, and he presented wild game dinners all over the state and published many recipes, though most of them are probably only approximations. He taught countless children and grown- up children about all things natural, leading hiking trips in the Smokies and “Mississippi Natural” trips to state parks for youth groups and others. He knew every bird by sight and sound and never hesitated to stop in the middle of the Natchez Trace to look at one. The South has been changed forever by Ron’s gift of trees; he gave away 500 trees every Christmas, and after Hurricane Katrina, he transplanted trees from upstate to the Coast. Wood duck boxes, bluebird boxes, handmade picture frames, and home-spun honey were always freely given. All his life, Ron helped outsiders not only because it was the right thing to do, but because he found people and their stories interesting, even if they were ugly, poor, gay, mean, not so bright, or your mama. The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009 203
He enriched the lives of many a comfortable person by making them sit next to someone in church that they normally wouldn’t go near. He leaves a legacy of love of all life, compassion for marginalized people, humor, curiosity, good food, and unconventional ways of teaching and living out the Gospel of Christ. Through his gift of organ and tissue donation, a cause he greatly supported, he was able to help over 40 people return to life. “Well done, good and faithful servant.” Submitted by his family
Sylvia McGuffie Baylot 1940-2009 Sylvia was born in Rosedale, MI on April 16, 1940. Her family had recently moved from oak Grove, LA to Rosedale to work in an auto factory. Her family then moved to Jackson MS and it was with the influence of a bus ministry that she received Christ as her Savior. When she was 14 years old, her family moved to Vicksburg, MS. There she attended a Culkin Academy a warren county school. She was an outstanding student (I know because I was her math teacher) as well as very active in school activi- ties. She was a drum majorette, on the basketball team, she was voted most beautiful and Miss Culkin Academy in her senior year. She went one year to Hinds Junior College. She was married to Bill Vinzant and they had 5 children. The youngest died of crib death at 6 months of age and one died at the age of 17 years old, in a truck accident. She and Mr. Vinzant divorced and she later married Terry Jackson who had 3 children of his own. With 6 kids in tow, they moved to Columbia LA where Mr. Jackson later died of injuries suffered while working at a cotton gin. Mr. Jackson’s children then went to live with their grandparents in TN and Sylvia and her two youngest children returned home to Vicksburg, MS. At this time I, Erwin Baylot, was a widower. This is where Sylvia and I began our relationship together. God blessed me to have Sylvia as my wife and I loved her and her children. We had a wonderful marriage for 28 years. Sylvia was involved in many civic and ministry organizations; Happy Homemakers, Civic Club, Explorer’s, Cursillo, Kairos She also wore many hats through the years; mother, grandmother, wife, cook, gardener, Sunday school teacher, counselor, choir director, VBS leader, bible study leader, pas- tor, you name it, she probably did it. As well as supporting many charitable groups and missionaries. She pastored at Pleasant Hill UMC Church in Yazoo county for 9 years and although the church was 63 miles from our home, we enjoyed making that trip on Sunday or for any need to minister to someone in Yazoo City. The church was full of love for Sylvia and her for the church. Sylvia had no hate in her soul. I never heard her say one obscene or curse word. She loved to play, dance, sing and enjoy life. She has helped many people to know the Lord as their Savior and as their friend. She was wonderful person that lived life and lived it for Christ until she died. She died January 9, 2009, of melanoma cancer, at the age of 68. Submitted by her husband Erwin
Gordon Eugene Dickerson 1925-2008 The Rev. Gordon Eugene Dickerson, 83, a retired pastor, died July 2, 2008, at Wesley Medical Center in Hattiesburg. Rev. Dickerson was the father of the Rev. Barry Dickerson, pastor at Water Valley First United Methodist Church. Rev. Dickerson was born in Johnston Station on Jan. 9, 1925, to Sidney Dickerson and Della Johnston Dickerson. He was retired from the state Agriculture Department and a United Methodist minister who was pastor of Pleasant Grove United Methodist Church for 13 years. He was a member of Johnston Chapel UMC, United Methodist Men and a former Gideon. He was a Marine Corps veteran of World War II. Preceding him in death were his parents; and his wife, Billie Faye Dickerson. Other survivors include: sons, Gerry Dickerson of Summit and Bill Dickerson of Hattiesburg; daughter, Candace Campbell of Purvis; sisters, Donald Yarborough, Martha Jackson and Elouise Campbell, all of Summit; and 10 grand- children and six great-grandchildren. Submitted by the Advocate 204 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
Charles Edward Earnest, Sr. 1922-2008 Charles Edward Earnest, Sr. was born September 25, 1922 to Ervin Joseph Earnest, Sr. and Linda Esterline White Earnest in Chichasaw County. He graduated high school at Prarie, MS. He married Lois Awtrew on June 5, 1942 and to this union was born three children. Charles served in Worls War II as a Sergeant in the United States Army Air Corp. After that he went on to further his education at Wood Junior College, Mississippi State University, and Emory University. Charles was admitted on trial to the ministry in the North Mississippi Conference in 1953. He became a deacon on June 3, 1955, and an Elder in full connection on June 7, 1957. Charles with Lois by his side spent 50 years in the ministry serving Becker Charge, Woodland Circuit, Gaines Chapel in Corinth, Byhalia, Coldwater, Hernando, Charleston, St. Mark in Aberdeen, Eupora, Calhoun City, Macon, and the last seven years as a retired supply at Hamilton. He served thirty-nine years in the North Mississippi Conference and the remainder of his time in the Mississippi Conference after they were combined. Charles served on numerous committees within the two confer- ences and was also instrumental in helping establish the Credit Union. He was also a member of the Daniel W. Byrd Post No. 26 of the American Legion in Aberdeen. After a brief illness, he went to be with the Lord on July 3, 2008 at the Sanctuary Hospice House in Tupelo, MS. A graveside service was held on July 5, 2008 at Oddfellows Cemetery in Aberdeen, MS with Rev. Larry Maugh officiating. Surviving Charles was his wife of sixty-five years Lois Awtrey Earnest of Aberdeen, MS along with two daughters, Linda Hollis (Jim) of Meridian, MS and Lois Hart of Oak Ridge, TN and one son, Charles E. Earnest, Jr. (Laura) of Aberdeen, Ms and one brother, E. J. Earnest, Jr. (Louise) of Houston, MS. Also surviving him were his five grandchildren, Leanna Metzger (B. J.), Billy Earnest, Jay Hollis (Cecilia), Melissa Marcum (Hal), and Laura Ann Walker (Malcolm), twelve great grandchildren, and two great great grandchildren. Charles was preceded in death by his parents, two sisters Earlene Raigins and Dorothy Dean Cress, two granddaughters Sarah Louise Hollis and Emma Louise Earnest, and one son-in-law Len Hart. Submitted by his daughter Linda E. Hollis
George Harold Fleming, Sr. 1915-2008 The Rev. George Harold Fleming, Sr., of Ridgeland, retired United Methodist minister, died Aug. 6, 2008, following a period of declining health. The Rev. Fleming was born Dec. 9, 1915 in Theadville in Clarke County. Son of the late Johnnie Harrell and Rose Smith Fleming, he grew up in Crandall attending elementary and high school at Carmichael. In 1939, Rev. Fleming married Helene Brame of Meridian. Mrs. Fleming preceded him in death in 2005 shortly before their 66th wedding anniversary. After working with his father in the mer- cantile business, he was appointed a local postmaster until the advent of World War II, during which he served in the U.S. Coast Guard. Returning home after the war, Mr. Fleming worked as a rural mail carrier, living in Quitman, until he answered the call to ministry in 1953 with the Methodist Church. The Rev. Fleming attended Meridian Junior College and Millsaps College. Active in the ministry for more than 50 years, the Rev. Fleming served congregations at Porterville, Puckett-Johns, Terry, Ridgeland, Epworth in Jackson, Lucedale, Newton, Mendenhall and Camden. After his first official retirement in 1981, the Rev. Fleming resumed pastoral duties at the Braxton and Harrisville churches. In 1985, he became the minister of visitation at Galloway UMC where he served for 17 years before his final retirement at the age of 87. For his years of service in visitation to the Galloway community, the United Methodist Women gave the Rev. Fleming the Special Mission Recognition in 1995. Survivors include: daughter, Virginia Barlow of Brandon; son, George H. Fleming, Jr. Raleigh, N.C.; and four grandchildren and a great-granddaughter. Memorials may be directed to Galloway Memorial United Methodist Church. Submitted by the Advocate The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009 205
G. Howard Freeman, Jr. 1927-2009 Gaston Howard Freeman, Jr., M.D., 81, physician, minister and Navy chaplain, died at the Mississippi State Veterans Home in Jackson on March 4, 2009. Dr. Freeman, a native of Meridian, was the son of Gaston Howard Freeman, Sr., Jewel Wall Dandridge, and Robert C. Dandridge. He attended Meridian Public Schools and Hickory High School. At 16, he joined the United States Navy and served in Guam during World War II. He remained in the Naval Reserve as a pilot, chaplain and physician until he retired in 1987. Dr. Freeman held a B.S. from the University of Southern Mississippi and a Masters of Divinity from Emory University in Atlanta. He completed his pre-med requirements at Millsaps College and earned his M.D. at the University of Mississippi Medical Center School. He completed an internship at Mississippi Baptist Medical Center in Jackson. He conducted his residency in psychiatry at Emory University and the University of Mississippi, where he was chief resident. He also completed a residency in neurology at the University of Mississippi. His medical career included private practice in Meridian, Jackson and Madison, as well as Riverside Hospital, later Charter Hospital, in Jackson where he was medical director. He had a special interest in obsessive compulsive disorders and group therapy. He was a former president of the Mississippi Psychiatric Association and a lecturer for pharmaceuti- cal companies to primary care physicians and medical conferences. He was a member of various medical associations, including the American Psychiatric Association, the Mississippi Psychiatric Association, and the American Medical Association. He also served as a pastor in the Mississippi Conference of The United Methodist Church. Survivors include sons, Howard R. Freeman of Gulfport and Dr. Kevin B. Freeman of Jackson; daugh- ters, Dr. Teena F. Horn of Houston, Patricia Hughes of Jackson and Kellye Makamson of Columbia, Mo.; former spouse, Marilyn Freeman Zachary; and 12 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Submitted by the Advocate
Helen Faye Junkin Hudnall 1946-2008 Helen Faye Junkin Hudnall was born on March 10, 1946, in Jackson, MS to Frank Kaiser and Helen Harrison Junkin. She grew up in Natchez, Mississippi and graduated from Natchez-Adams High School in 1964 and received a bachelor’s degree from Millsaps College in 1968, earning her Masters in Counseling at the University of Mississippi in 1969. Faye married Edward Stuart Hudnall in 1975, and they had two sons, John Stuart Hudnall and James Junkin Hudnall. Faye taught school in Mississippi, Louisiana and Georgia, before receiving a Masters of Divinity from Candler School of Theology in Atlanta. She was ordained deacon in the North Georgia Conference of the United Methodist Church. She served as director of Family Ministries at Haygood Memorial United Methodist Church in Atlanta before returning to Natchez to serve her home church in 2003. She retired in June 2008 as associate pastor of Jefferson Street United Methodist Church in Natchez. Those who knew her over the years knew Faye had many gifts, from being a great storyteller, an inspirer, a spiritual director, a mediator. She saw everyone through a lens of love, and she radiated God’s love to all she met. Being from Mississippi was by the “grace of God” in her mind. She had seen folks grapple with life from the lowest spectrum to the highest. Growing up there cultivated her listening ear and kind heart. For Faye, laughter and prayer and a friend who would listen were some of the best medicine for dealing with life’s challenges. Simply put, Faye was at home with herself. That ease made room for so many others to do the same. One of Faye’s fondest memories of her ministry was the outpouring of love she felt from so many when she retired. One of the things that touched her most came from a group of young women she help organize into a Bible study group, they named the JK Group. She guided and counseled many of them, and on her retirement they gave her a booklet that they had written entitled 100 Things I Love about Faye. Following are a few excerpts that express the love and appreciation they all felt towards Faye: I love Faye because: she brings out the best in me. she makes everyone feel special. she gives me permission to be imperfect. 206 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
I felt like I had known her forever after only ten minutes. she accepts people no matter how different they seem on the outside. when she gives the blessing at the end of the worship service, I leave feeling God’s peace in my bones. she makes children feel like they are as important as adults. she is a woman “of the cloth” but still wears “street clothes”. As a close friend said at her death, “It is wondrous to have lived a life so genuine and open-hearted. She poured herself out on us, and it felt so good.” In Natchez, on September 30, 2008, Faye left us into the arms of Lord and Savior. Submitted by her husband, Stuart Hudnall
G. Eliot Jones 1915-2008 Dr. G. Eliot Jones was born on August 15, 1915 in McComb Mississippi, the son of Harry Eliot and Kate Catherine Newman Jones. He married Mildred Clara Causey on September 1, 1934 in McComb, Mississippi. Dr. Jones graduated from Millsaps College in Jackson, Miss., and later received an Honorary Doctorate of Divinity from the college. In Mississippi he served 48 years as an active minister in which 16 years were in the capacity of District Superintendent, an assistant to the Bishop, for the Vicksburg, Meridian, and Hattiesburg Districts. He served as pastor of First United Methodist Church Laurel, Hazlehurst, Prentiss, New Augusta, Pachuta, Bogue Chitto, Shand’s Memorial in Jackson, Miss., and Drakes United Methodist Church. Dr. Jones had the privilege to serve as a Trustee for Millsaps College and the Methodist Children’s Home, to serve as delegate for two United Methodist World Conferences and eight National United Methodist Conferences, two World Wide Methodism Preaching Mission to Cuba and to England, he preached in Hyderabad, India for the Centennial Celebration of Methodism in India, and held Honorary Life Membership of the Board of Directors for the Mississippi United Methodist Foundation. His name is listed in the “Who’s Who in Methodism. Dr. Jones at age 93, resident of Terrell, Texas, passed away November 16, 2008 at Baylor University Medical Venter in Dallas. He is survived by his son George E. Jones, Jr. and his wife Elizabeth; two grand- daughters, Kathryn Martinez and Judy Poe and her husband Jon; one grandson, G. Eliot Jones, III; three great grandchildren, Jon Wayne Poe, Blake Poe, and Kate Poe. Submitted by his son George E. Jones, Jr.
Otis George Lewelling 1937-2009 Otis George Lewelling was born July 20, 1937. Otis answered the call into ministry and began that ministry by serving Poplar Head UMC in 1992 as a Part time Local Pastor. The next year he was appointed to Leakesville UMC, and served there for 3 years also as a Part time Local Pastor. In 1996 Otis was appointed as the pastor of Roberts Chapel UMC, and served there for 12 years as a Full time Local Pastor. He loved the church, he loved the ministry. It is a wonderful thing to know that you are doing what God has called you to do. There is a great sense of peace and fulfillment in faithfully responding to the call of God. That is one of the reasons that his illness hit him so hard when it interrupted his service to God. It was a hard thing to be taken away from the ministry. After a years hard battle with his disease, this faithful servant and friend was called home to be with the Lord on April 19, 2009. He will be sorely missed. Submitted by his friend The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009 207
William Shelby Mainers 1926-2008 The Rev. William Shelby Mainers, a retired pastor, 82, of Baxter died Sept. 9, 2008 at Cookeville Regional Medical Center. He was born April 30, 1926 in Henderson, Tenn., to the late Willie Evan and Vesta Haltom Mainers. He pastored a number of churches in Tennessee and Mississippi in the Southern Baptist and Methodist faiths, serving as a minister for over 53 years. He was a former pastor of Coldwater United Methodist Church. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his wife Carrie “Pat” Nell Granger Mainers on Oct. 11, 2007. Survivors include: daughter Judy Carr of Baxter, Tenn.; sons James Mainers of Jackson, Tenn., and Trent Mainers of Shelbyville, Tenn.; and six grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. Submitted by the Advocate
Oliver T. McLean 1931-2009 Elder Oliver T. McLean was born August 2, 1931 to Oliver and Sarah McLean in Whiteville, North Carolina. Elder McLean is survived by his wife Pastor Anne C. McLean and his children Oliver Jr., Michael, Christopher, Reginald, Brian, Patrick, Melissa, and Vivian along with grandchildren, great- grand children, and other relatives. Elder McLean was preceded in death by his parents and his siblings Greta Pierce, William McLean, and James McLean and his first wife Sara Langley McLean. After Elder McLean graduated from high school in Whiteville, NC, he enlisted in the United States Air Force. During his military career he traveled throughout the United States and abroad before being stationed at Keesler Air Force Base in Biloxi, Mississippi. He united with St. Mark United Methodist Church in Gulfport, MS and served in various capacities as Sunday School Superintendent, Delegate to the Annual Conference, Senior Choir President, Youth Director, and Finance Committee Member. Elder Oliver McLean retired and was honorably discharged from the USAF after twenty-six years of service to his country. He then answered the Lord’s call to enter into ministry and began completing his higher education. He received a BA Degree from William Carey College in Hattiesburg, MS and was later awarded a Degree of Divinity from Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia. His ministry in the United Methodist Church covered numerous locations within Mississippi includ- ing McHenry, Wiggins, Pass Christian, Hattiesburg, Bendale, Gulfport, Poplarville, and Mt. Olive where is served with his spouse Pastor Anne C. McLean. His ministerial retirement was in 2006. Elder McLean departed this life on Friday, March 27, 2009 in Gulfport, MS. Submitted by his family
Dolphus Paul “Doc” Williamson 1927-2009 Well done, good and faithful servant.” Matthew 25:21 The Reverend Dolphus P. “Doc” Williamson, 81, of Laurel died Thursday, January 15, 2009, at Forrest General Hospital in Hattiesburg. “Bro. Doc” was born on October 7, 1927, in Union and grew up in Neshoba County. He loved and always fondly remembered his boyhood farm and rural upbringing. He served in the United States Army from 1946 to 1949. “Doc” was a graduate of East Central Junior College and Mississippi State University and pulled for the Bulldogs unceasingly until his final days. He worked in the poultry industry for a number of years before being called by God into the ministry at the age of 55. After completing his pastoral education at Emory University in Atlanta, Ga., he served for 13 years as a United Methodist Church minister in the Mississippi Conference of the United Methodist Church. He loved the United Methodist Church, and was a faithful, devoted layman for many years before he entered the ministry. Bro. Doc had many loves and interests and believed strongly in the service of others. His greatest loves were God, family, the Church and quarter horses. He was a mentor and a Christian example for his family and others. 208 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
He was preceded in death by his parents, Henry Jones Williamson and Carrie Alderman Williamson of Neshoba County and two brothers, Johnnie Roy Williamson of Neshoba County and Charles M. Williamson of Eatonville. Bro. Doc is survived by his loving wife of 59 years, Sybil Chisolm Williamson of Laurel; five children, Wayman Dal Williamson (Cindy) of Laurel, Gisele Gay Robertson(Danny) of Ellisville, Melonie Joy Craig(Jeff) of Cincinnati, Ohio, Candace Lyn Sherman(Richard) of Laurel and Merlon Tye Williamson of Laurel; one brother, Shelby C. Williamson of Philadelphia; one sister, LaVerne W. Elsesser of Jackson; seven grandchildren Lane Williamson Staines(Scott) of Jackson, Day Williamson Gibbes(Gregg) of Laurel, Jarrod Harrod and Josh Hare of Destin, Fl, Blake Sherman, Cade Sherman and Matthew Sherman of Laurel; and two step-grandchildren, Courtney Craig and Heather Craig of Cincinnati, Ohio. Submitted by his daughter-in-law, Cindy Williamson
Spouses
Walker Belle India Walker Belle, a clergy spouse, 82, died Nov. 20, 2008, at the Care Center of Aberdeen. She was a graduate of Aberdeen School. She received a B.A. degree in English from Rust College. She taught for 43 years in the Aberdeen School District. She participated in several civic activities. She was a member of Heroines of Jericho, Mississippi Teachers Association, Aberdeen Garden Improvement Club and the Candy Striper Hospital Club. She was preceded in death by William “Bill” Walker, Callie Walker Pruitt, Earnestine Walker, Earnestine “Peggy” Walker, Dora Walker Brownlee, Edward Walker, Earnest Walker Jr., Charles Walker, James Walker, Velma Walker Whitfield, John Walker, Clarence Walker and Harold Walker. Survivors include: husband, the Rev. Preston C. Belle. Submitted by the Advocate
Chelsea Yvonne Dean 1926 – 2008 Chelsea Yvonne Dean was born in Batavia, New York August 8, 1926. She died in Southaven, Mississippi in October 18, 2008. She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law Joe & Claudia Twist; grandchildren Trevor Twist, Kelsey Twist Schroeder, and Mallory Twist; a great-granddaughter Hazel Twist Schroeder from Baltimore, Maryland; her sister Shirley Boroom Basom; and her neice Bonnie Basom from Penfield, New York Chelsea loved worshiping at the Love Church where she sang and taught regularly. Submitted by her family
Sarah Jo Wilson Dyess 1926-2008 Sarah Jo Wilson Dyess, wife of Reverend A. Eugene Dyess, was born in Montgomery, Alabama, on February 11, 1926, and died in Jackson, Mississippi, on July 10, 2008. She was a graduate of S. H. Gardiner High School in Laurel, Mississippi, the University of Mississippi, and Mississippi College. On June 6, 1948, she married Eugene Dyess at the First Baptist Church in Laurel, Mississippi. Upon graduation from the University of Mississippi, Sarah Jo and Eugene moved to Dallas, Texas, where Eugene had been accepted to Perkins Theological Seminary. When Eugene completed his stud- ies, the young couple returned to Mississippi to begin a life of ministry in the United Methodist Church. They served at the following churches: Main Street United Methodist Church in Hattiesburg, Epworth United Methodist Church in Biloxi, Eastlawn United Methodist Church in Pascagoula, and Wesley United Methodist Church in Jackson. When Eugene left Wesley United Methodist Church in 1967, Sarah Jo made untold sacrifices in order to support the development of the Mississippi Religious and Pastoral Counseling Foundation. After their family moved to Jackson, Sarah Jo entered the field of education. She was a longtime The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009 209 counselor at Callaway High School, where she touched many lives; she is fondly remembered by numer- ous Callaway graduates as a mentor and friend. Sarah Jo was a dedicated pastor’s wife and church member who participated in every kind of church activity including playing the organ, committee work, the United Methodist Women, Sunday school, and older adult ministry. Sarah Jo was also a charter member of Saint Matthew’s United Methodist Church where she was involved in ministry at every level. The Christian love and support of her friends at Saint Matthew’s, especially during her long illness, helped her persevere without losing faith in God’s goodness. Sarah Jo is survived by her husband, Eugene, her daughter, Diana Dyess Lunceford, her son David Eugene Dyess, and their families. Her three granddaughters were her special joy. Submitted by her family
Hazel C. Fairchild 1921-2008 Hazel C. Fairchild was born on October 24, 1921 in the Panhandle Community of Choctaw County, MS. She was the fifth of seven children born to the late Henson and Clara Coleman. She was a graduate of Weir High School and completed business college in Meridian, MS. On March 11, 1946 she married my father, Rev. Ben F. Fairchild, and one child was born of this union. After accepting the call to the ministry, my father was appointed local pastor on June 2, 1950 in Meridian MS. Together they served the Lord and faithfully served each appointment in the Mississippi Conference before his retirement in 1968 due to health reasons. My Mother loved the Lord and was always a faithful servant. A very honest, loving, and caring person devoted to her family she was always ready to lend an ear, a shoulder, and be of help any way she could to family, friends and her church. In 1989, several years after her retirement with Mississippi State Hospital Commission in Louisville, MS, she moved to Vicksburg, MS to live with her daughter. She was an active member of Hawkins United Methodist Church. At the time of her death on October 8, 2008 in Vicksburg, MS she was 86 years of age. She was pre- ceded in death by her husband, her parents, three sisters and two brothers. She is survived by her daughter, Gail F. Parker, her grandson, Craig S. Danczyk, her granddaughter, Kimberly D. McCarthy, two great grandchildren, Victoria Nicole Danczyk and Isabella Camile Danczyk, and one sister, Margie Coleman. I was so blessed to have such a wonderful Mother---my dearest friend. Those who knew her loved her and called her friend. I thank God for her influence in my life. Submitted by her daughter, Gail F. Parker
Carolyn Ann Pine Felder 1945-2009 Carolyn Ann Pine Felder, 63, a clergy spouse, died April 19, 2009 at her home in Taylorsville. Mrs. Felder was the spouse of the Rev. Joe Felder. She was born July 4, 1945, in Pike County. She was the daughter of the late T.H. and Geneva Pine. She was a member of Taylorsville United Methodist Church where she was the youth director and lead Bible studies; and she was active in the choir and United Methodist Women. She also treasured time spent with her family at the Felder’s Camp meeting every summer. She was preceded in death by her parents and a sister, Jeanette Fowler. Other survivors include: sons, Joey Felder of McComb and John Thomas Felder of Summit; brother, Jerry Pine of Clearwater, Fla.; and five grandchildren. Submitted by the Advocate 210 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
Billy Carl Flynn 1936-2008 Billy Carl Flynn of Tupelo died Tuesday, November 11, 2008, at North Mississippi Medical Center after a brief illness. He was born October 18, 1936, to Eldridge Bradford “Billy” Flynn and Gladys C. Coggin Flynn in Brewer. He graduated from Shannon High School in 1955. He graduated from Mississippi State with a B. S. in Chemistry and an MBA. He did graduate work at the University of Chicago in Economics. He received a fellowship degree from Georgia Tech in Economic Development. He served in the United States Marine Corps Air Reserves for six years. At the age of 10, he was baptized at Brewer UMC and remained a lifelong faithful member of the United Methodist Church, serving in every capacity from Sunday School teacher to chairman of all the boards. In 1960, he married Betty Whisenant Flynn at Tupelo First United Methodist Church. He had a colorful and varied career in economic development and the plastics industry. An extreme- ly versatile conversationalist, he was comfortable with all types of people from Presidents, Senators, Governors to ditch diggers, and catfish line processors. Head Start children were entertained often by “Mr. Bill” sitting in the floor sharing stories with them. The goal of his life was to enrich people’s lives through education and the betterment of conditions for children. At the time of his death, he was a member of St. Luke United Methodist Church where the service of the celebration of his life was held, conducted by the Rev. Dr. Rick Brooks, the Rev. Dr. Doyce Gunter, Deaconess Nell Krueger. The family honored his request by receiving friends and loved ones at a jazz reception in the Fellowship Hall of the church. He is survived by his wife, the Rev. Betty W. Flynn of Tupelo, his son, Bradford Whisenant Flynn and wife, Kimberly, of Memphis and his daughter, Lane Flynn Molloy and husband, Michael, of Auckland, New Zealand, two brothers, Charles Riley Flynn and wife, Nan, of Tupelo and Philip G. Flynn and wife, Maggie, of Mobile. He is also survived by the lights of his life, granddaughter Eleanor Grace Flynn of Memphis and Flynn Michael Bradford Molloy of Auckland. He will be fondly remembered in his life’s journey for his “long” and colorful stories, his hugs, his bouquets of flowers to those needing a smile, his quick humor, and his ability to care for those less for- tunate. Submitted by his wife, Betty
Irma Grisham 1919-2007 Irma Chambers Grisham, 87, died on June 11, 2007, at Green Houses At Traceway after an extended illness. A Jackson native, she was born July 24, 1919 to the late John and Ethel Weems Chambers. A child of the depression, she graduated high school and went on to earn her undergraduate degree at the University of Southern Mississippi and Ole Miss. She was married to the Rev. James Grisham whom she met at Mississippi Southern. They lived many places and serve3d in several churches during their minis- try. She was a 7th grade English teacher at Nettleton School for many years. She was very involved in the Methodist church, teaching Sunday School, playing the piano and leading the Youth Choir. Her father and husband were both Methodist ministers. She was also a well loved cub scout leader and den mother. She spent many hours working with youth, having a great impact on many young lives. It has been said that she was the kindest person you could ever meet. She is survived by her two children, Irma (Betty) Elizabeth Woolard and James R. Grisham, Jr., both of Tupelo; a daughter-in-law, Debra G. Grisham of Tupelo; one brother, Albert Chambers and wife Virginia, of Tupelo; and one sister, Mary Alice Ward and husband, Ed, of San Antonio, TX; and two grandchildren, James R. Grisham, III and Julie Ann Grisham. She was preceded in death by her parents and husband; a daughter, Ethel Ann Grisham; two sisters, Elizabeth Ann and Sally Southerland; and two brothers, Billy Chambers and John Chambers. Submitted by her family The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009 211
Mildred Clara Causey Jones 1913-2009 Mildred Clara Causey Jones was born on March 16, 1913, in McComb, Mississippi, the daughter of Ed and Mary Bardwell Causey. She married Dr. G. Eliot Jones on September 1, 1934, in McComb, Mississippi. She served beside him in his “Journey of Faith” in his ministry for 48 years in the Mississippi Conference of the United Methodist Church. Her joys of life included crochet, needlepoint, quilting, cooking, collecting cookbooks, and entertaining house guests. Mrs. Jones passed away January 10, 2009, at the age of 95, at Colonial Lodge retirement center, Terrell, Texas. She is survived by her son George E. Jones, Jr. and his wife Elizabeth; two granddaughters, Kathryn Martinez and Judy Poe and her husband Jon; one grandson, G. Eliot Jones, III; three great grand- children, Jon Wayne Poe, Blake Poe, and Kate Poe. Submitted by her son George E. Jones, Jr.
Mamie Lee Knox 1917-2009 Mamie Lee Knox Of Starkville was born on April 17, 1917 in Starkville, MS. She died on March 3, 2009 at Oktibbeha County Hospital after a lengthy illness. She was a true servant to our Lord and Savior. She was married to the late Jesse J. Knox a United Methodist minister and she remained a faithful member at Plair United Methodist Church and served in many capacities until her death. She served as Communion Stewardess, Youth Sunday School teacher, treasurer of the United Methodist Women, beautiful alto voice on the chancel choir. Her favorite song was “Pass me not O gentle Savior” and she would sing every verse and you could tell it was soothing to her soul. She was loved by everybody in the community and her family depended on her for guidance and suggestions. She is survived by her two sons Wallace (Tearetha) of Starkville and Clarence of Kalamazoo, MI. one brother Willie of Starkville and a sister Alneda of Chicago, Il, seven grandchildren , 13 great grandchildren and four great-great-grandchildren, a God daughter she really loved Sophia Nickels and a dependable neice Doris Lawrence. She was preceded in death by her parents and husband, five brothers and five sisters and a grand- daughter. Submitted by her God Daughter, Sophia
Rachel D. Lander Rachel Louise Dunn Lander, 79, a clergy spouse, died March 8, 2009, in McComb. Mrs. Lander was the spouse of the late Rev. Percy W. Lander, a United Methodist pastor. Survivors include: sons, Ellis Lander, Rodney Lander and Bill Lander; daughter, Kay Troxler; nine grandchildren; and eight great grandchildren. Submitted by the Advocate
Barbara L. Linton 1932-2008 Barbara L. Linton, 76, a domestic seamstress, died Dec. 1, 2008 at her residence. Mrs. Linton was a member of the Eastern Star. She was also a member of Ackerman United Methodist Church. Survivors include: husband of 56 years, the Rev. Paul Linton; son Ronald Linton of Louisville; daugh- ters Jeanette Boyd of Starkville, Sylvia Baxter of Ackerman, Diane Simpson of Ackerman and Kathy Self of McCool; brother Joe Tanner of Enterprise; sisters Alice Robinson of Meridian and Jane Tucker of Meridian; 12 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren. Submitted by the Advocate 212 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
Dell Walker Moffat 1936-2009 Dell Moffat received her reward of eternal life on Tuesday, March 17, 2009 after fighting a long and courageous battle with Parkinson’s and Diabetes. At the time of her death, she and her husband were living at Riggs Manor in Raymond, MS. Dell was born in Lincoln County to Odell and Monteal Walker in 1936. At the age of 5 she moved to Jackson. She graduated from Central High School in Jackson and Jackson Commercial College. In 1957 she married Rev, Curtis Moffat and for the next 50 years they served United Methodist Churches in Georgia and Mississippi. She always felt that a part of her calling as a minister’s wife was working with United Methodist Women. Dell served in numerous positions in local churches as well as on district and conference levels. On three occasions she served as District President. She was a delegate to the General Meeting of the United Methodist Women in Louisville, Kentucky. One of the highlights of her work with United Methodist Women was the organization of the UMW at the newly formed church at Trinity in Picayune, a church her husband organized and chartered in 2000. One of the units honored her by naming it the “Dell Moffat Circle”, a name still used in that church. A service of celebration was held in Lakewood Chapel, Jackson, Mississippi on Friday, March 20, 2009. Rev. Mike Sahler, her pastor, gave a message of hope and resurrection while Mrs. Ruth Lambert shared some personal remarks about her work with Dell in the work of United Methodist Women. Mrs. Moffat is survived by her husband, Rev. Curtis Moffat of Raymond; three children – Keith Moffat (Sherell) of Ridgeland; Kathy Hamiter (Rhett) of Gulfport; and Beth Cuevas (Tim) of Long Beach; five grandchildren – Emily, Cassie, and Mary Moffat; David and Jonathan Cuevas; and her brother, Gerald Walker of Clinton. Submitted by her husband Curtis Moffat.
Vera Corine Porter Vera Corine Porter, 85, a clergy spouse, died April, 9, 2009, at River Region Medical Center. Mrs. Porter worked alongside her husband, the Rev. Paul D. Porter, as he pastored several United Methodist churches in Mississippi until his death in 1977. She continued serving as an active member of Richland United Methodist Church in Richland until moving to Vicksburg in 2000. She attended Bible study weekly at her residence at Heritage House in Vicksburg and shared her faith in God with others daily. She attended First Baptist Church in Vicksburg with family and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents Walter and Odell Burnside, her husband the Rev. Paul D. Porter, her brother Carlous Burnside and her sister Marydene Sharplin. Survivors include: Son, Tommy Porter of Pelahatchie; daughters, Paula Dunn of Flora and Lynn Stuckey of Vicksburg; brothers the Rev. Cecil Burnside of Florence and Thomas Burnside of Jackson; sisters Vivian Gilbert of Lena and Maedell Smith of Florence; and six grandchildren. Submitted by the Advocate
Jewell Duncan Scott 1911-2009 Jewell Duncan Scott was born August 19, 1911, in Midnight, MS and lived most of her life in Vicksburg. She was a homemaker. She was a member of Gibson Memorial United Methodist Church. She was married to Harry L. Scott and served alongside him in ministry to three faithful and loving churches in Lorman, MS. Brother Harry’s ministry began in 1978 and continued through 1990 as he served Blue Hill, Cane Ridge and Mizpah United Methodist Churches. She died on September 3, 2009, at her home in Brandon, MS. Jewell was preceded in death by her husband, Harry L. Scott, Sr.; a son, Harry L. Scott, Jr.; and a sister, Thursa Poythress. Survivors include a daughter, Thursa Mae Westcott and her husband, Eddie, of Utica; a son, John L. Scott and his wife, Nora, of Brandon; one niece, Janice Clark of Alexander, Va; one nephew, Jimmy Poythress of Willow Springs, Texas; six grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; and three great-great grandchildren. Submitted by her family The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009 213
Lueguester Sherrod 1931-2008 Lueguester Sherrod, wife of John Edward Sherrod, was born March 28, 1931. She was born to Archie & Bettie Windham of Preston, MS. She grew up in Kemper County, but after marrying John, she moved to Meridian, MS. She was a graduate of Whisenton High School in Dekalb, MS and Calmese Beauty College in Meridian, MS. Funeral services were conducted at St. Matthew United Methodist Church in Bailey, MS. Lueguester loved and enjoyed ministering, being a comfort to her customers for over 40 years, and they loved her. She enjoyed many years of ministry in the United Methodist Church, where she held offices in her local church. Lueguester was a wonderful mother and devoted grandmother. She had a great love for family and also her community. After John’s passing she later married James Walker who also preceded her in death. She is survived by her daughter Queenlier Williams-Deeton (Lamar) of Bailey, MS. Four grandchildren, Lawrence II (Richelle) Williams of Beavercreek, OH, Christopher (Sara) Williams of Meridian, MS, Kimberly (Carl) Fair of Meridian, MS, Brandi L. Williams of Bailey, MS and a God-daughter, Carmen Fountain. She will be greatly missed by friends and family. Submitted by her daughter Queenlier Williams-Deeton
Elene Brooks Sutphin 1917-2009 Elene Brooks Sutphin was born in Mathiston, Mississippi on January 17, 1917, the daughter of John and Ida Brooks. She died on March 3, 2009 in Meridian, Mississippi at the age of 92. Her memorial service was celebrated in Central United Methodist Church with Reverends David Price, Bob Whiteside and Johnny Crosby officiating. Honorary pall bearers were members of her Williams Sunday School Class. While a student at Wood Jr. College she was President of the YWCA, on the newspaper staff, active in drama, the acapella choir and held student employment positions. After graduating from Wood with honors in 1938 she taught school at Simpson in Choctaw County where, in addition to classes she vol- untarily instituted extra-curricular activities in drama and music. She later attended Millsaps College and also audited classes in Theology at Emory University. While at Wood she met her future husband, Felix and they were married May 26, 1940 by Dr. Jasper Weber, President of Wood Jr. College and they shared 69 years of ministry for God. In November of 1940, she and Felix moved to Atlanta so Felix could attend seminary at Emory University. While in Georgia she taught in the Warm Springs high school and two years later she and Felix moved closer to Atlanta where she took a job as caseworker for the Fulton County Department of Public Welfare. She returned to Mississippi when Felix completed seminary and was appointed to the Blue Mountain 5-point Charge. There she became the “mother” of the sixteen Methodist girls on the campus of Blue Mountain College. Their arrival in Blue Mountain coincided with a conference-wide financial campaign and the Charge was challenged to raise $600.00! The Churches of the Charge were bewildered by the challenge to raise such a sum. Elene made the suggestion that at Christmas each Church hold a worship program on the theme, “Keeping Christmas,” and make an offering as a gift to the “Christ Child.” She wrote the script for the program and when the offerings were totaled the “Christ Child” had exactly $600.00. Elene gave herself unreservedly to God’s work in the Women’s Society of Christian Service. The 1953 Journal was dedicated to her with these words: “She has served as Sub District President, District President, and Conference Promotion Secretary before being called to the office of Conference President in 1949… “Because of her youthful enthusiasm, gracious personality, keen intellect, and devoted consecration, many have become members of the WSCS. The results being that the Conference reported the largest increase in members and local units ever.” She also led the Conference to adopt the Charter of Racial Policies of the Women’s Division of the General Board. In 1957 she and Felix returned to Wood Jr. College where, as first lady, she reigned over all of the social activities of the College for thirty years. Being a lifelong advocate of education and an organ donor at death she gave her body to the University Medical Center in Jackson. Survivors are: her husband, Felix, her son, Phil and his wife Peggy, two grandsons, Brad and Brent and his wife Mandie. Submitted by her son, Phil and husband Felix 214 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
Geneva C. Taylor Geneva C. Taylor, 96, died Oct. 8, 2008, at Hospices Ministries in Ridgeland. Mrs. Taylor was the widow of the Rev. Wendell P. C. Taylor. They dedicated 40 years to his full-time ministry in the Mississippi United Methodist Conference. Survivors include sisters, Brybena Chambers Wyatt of Port Gibson and Leona Chambers Washington of Jackson; and brothers, Wallace Chambers of Akron, Ohio and George Chambers of Boston. Submitted by the Advocate
Robert Emmon Tyson 1927-2008 He was a man called by many names — Dr. Tyson, Bob, Bobby, Dad, Pop, Granddaddy. Each was a term of endearment for a man who lived a life of love for God and for others. Robert Emmon Tyson was born on November 3, 1927 in Holly Springs, Mississippi, the son of Edmund Taylor Tyson and Anne Martin Greene Tyson. He was married to Carolyn Anderson Tyson, and they were parents of four children — Jane, Robert, Jr., Louise, and Sara. A daughter Laura Virginia died in infancy. They were proud of five granddaughters and one grandson. Bob died at his home “Happy Hill’ in Holly Springs on June 27, 2008. His funeral service was held in First United Methodist Church of Holly Springs, and he was buried in Hillcrest Cemetery. Bob attended school in Holly Springs and served in the U. S. Army after graduation from high school. Upon his discharge he graduated from the University of Mississippi and the University of Tennessee Medical School. After an internship at the Methodist Hospital in Memphis, he began family practice in his hometown. Ten years later he entered a residency in Internal Medicine at the University of Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson. He practiced Internal Medicine as a member of Jackson Medical Associates for over thirty years. He served as Chief of Staff at St. Dominic Hospital and at Mississippi Baptist Medical Center. He served a term as Governor of Mississippi for the American College of Physicians, an organi- zation in which he was certified as a Fellow. He was a Clinical Professor of Medicine at the University of Mississippi School of Medicine. Due to illness he retired from the practice of medicine in 1996 and returned to Holly Springs to live in 1999. Bob spent his entire life faithfully serving God in a variety of roles --- as a Sunday School teacher for over forty years, as a leader of many Bible Study groups (including one at the local prison), as a Certified Lay Speaker, and for fifteen years as a Lay Member of Annual Conference at Galloway Memorial United Methodist Church in Jackson and at First United Methodist Church of Holly Springs. He held many other positions of leadership in these churches. He was truly a supportive helpmate as Carolyn attended four years of college (with four young children still at home), prepared for her consecration as a diaconal minister, and served in that capacity. He also served on the Boards of Memphis Theological Seminary, Rust College, Marshall County Forestry Association, and Marshall County Habitat for Humanity. His hobbies included travel at home and abroad, sports, genealogy, tree farming, photography, reading Shakespeare, crossword puzzles and Sudoku. A favorite Bible verse of Bob’s was “What does the Lord require of you but to act justly and to love mercy and to walk humbly with your God.” (Micah 6:8) Striving to live by these words, he was loved and respected by all for his sense of fairness, gentleness, and kindness and for his deep faith in God. Submitted by Carolyn Tyson, his wife for over 50 years
Mary Massengale Vandiver 1920-2009 Mary Edith Massengale Vandiver, 88, a clergy spouse, (Johnnie Taylor Vandiver, Sr. (4-21-1989) was born 11-18-1920 in Newport, Arkansas and died 2-7-2009 in Kosciusko, Mississippi. She married J. T. Vandiver, Sr., on 8-25-1939. Prior to his service for the United States Navy they had two boys, Johnnie Taylor Vandiver, Jr. and James Franklin Vandiver, Sr. After World War II, the Vandiver’s entered the ministry and added two girls to their family, Marjorie Ann V. Moore (5-27-1995) and Mary Lee V. Geismar. Together, they served the Methodists of Mississippi at Hickory Flat, Macedonia, Kosciusko The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009 215
Circuit, Pope, Potts Camp, Victoria and the Boyle, Litton-Lyon Circuit. During and after her husband’s years of service Mrs. Vandiver utilized her organization talents in various capacities in their church fields. She was especially dedicated to her beloved Sunday school, Mrs. Walter V. Davis group, at Kosciusko United Methodist Church. Submitted by Lee Geismer
Ruth Koon Wilson 1924-2008
Ruth was born Feb. 3, 1924 to John and Ivy Moore in Prentiss county MS. She was the oldest girl in a family of twelve children, Six girls and six boys so she grew up helping her mother care for her sisters and brothers. They were farmers so spent some time working in the fields. In 1945 she married Ervin Koon who had just been discharged from the army after serving in WWII. Ruth and Ervin had one son, Dean, and had an enjoyable marriage until his death in 1972. In 1975 Ruth met and married John T. Wilson, a UM minister, and she worked with him as they served several UM charges in the N.MS and MS Conferences. Ruth did what a minister’s wife does and did it well. Ruth and John retired in 1995 from the MS Conference but continued to work in churches until ill health prevented them from doing so. They both continued to serve in such areas as praying, ministering to sick or lonely people. God always blessed their efforts. Ruth was especially proud of her three grandchildren Jared, Joseph and Jenna Koon, Dean’s children, as well as John’s two sons David and Barry Wilson and their children. Ruth went to be with God in heaven Sept.4, 2008 from the Golden Living Center, Ripley, MS. Along with Paul and others, She fought a good fight and finished her course and now has received her crown which all Christians look forward to. Memories are so precious! Submitted by her husband John T. Wilson 216 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
In Memorium
We regret that a memoir was not available for the following persons: Clergy: Mary Claudell Jones Burnell Phillips Spouses: Nell Jernigan Butts Mary Norwood Mary H. Smith Carolyn Sowell
And in loving memory, we dedicate this page to them. The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009 217
C. Pictorial Glimpses of Annual Conference 2009
Bishop Hope Morgan Ward and conference Lay Leader Timothy Crisler lead the opening worship service at Annual Conference.
Anderson Argeutu (from left), Jonathan Burris, Evan McNair, Ryan Kaufman and Joshua Burris pack- age meals for hungry chil- dren around the world. Volunteers packed 65,000 meals for Stop Hunger Now.
The Hope for Africa Children’s Choir takes part in the Friday night worship service at Annual Conference. Photo cour- tesy of Jason M. Martin/UM Communications 218 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
Volunteers begin bagging some 32,000 pounds of sweet potatoes for the Society of St. Andrew. In addition to the potatoes, they bagged cucum- bers, squash and cabbage.
Some of the more than 150 decorated doors brought to the Jackson Convention Complex for the 2009 session of the Mississippi Annual Conference. Churches decorated doors illus- trating their mission.
Head Teller the Rev. Garry Ruff collects bal- lots and pencils from his staff following the Annual Conference vote on proposed changes to the constitution of the United Methodist Church. The voting pro- cess took about an hour. The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009 219
Awards
Sybil Arant of Sunflower accepts the Harry Denman Award for Evangelism. Arant has been involved in a variety of evange- listic programs.
Elbert Hilliard of Jackson accepts the Tobias Gibson Award for history.
Former Gov. William F. Winter and the William Winter Institute for Racial Reconciliation won the 2009 Emma Elzy Award. 220 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
Bishop Hope Morgan Ward holds the microphone for Leola Dillard of Yazoo City as Dillard accepts the first Trans4mation Award for Leadership.
Mississippi Conference United Methodist Women President Jackie Pennington presents a check for $1,500 to the Rev. Ann Kaufman of Harmony United Methodist Church to support the church’s food pantry. The pantry provides meals for some 1,100 people each month. Harmony UMC has about 40 members.
The Rev. Mary Hutson completed an 11-year journey from local pastor to elder in full connec- tion with the United Methodist Church during the 2009 Annual Conference. The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009 221
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. 04/09/92 222 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
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) — 2009 223
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 Barron, Claude Edward 12/21/44 L.Rock, Ar 02/04/99 Noxapater 224 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
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 Palmer, Louis D. 1915 04/13/02, Moss Point The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009 225
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 Hubbard, Robert Kellis Jr. 07/26/26 Aliceville, AL 03/25/05 Starkville 226 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
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 Dickerson, Gordon E. 01/09/25 Johnson Station 07/02/08 Hattiesburg The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009 227
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
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 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 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)- P. O. Box 333, Noxapater, MS 39346 (662) 724- 2281 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.)- 58 Janie Catherine Davis, Holly Springs, MS 38635 (662) 851-7349 Bonds, Jewell B. (Bonds Sr., John C.)- P.O. Box 173, Roxie, MS 39661 Booker, Zephorah E. (Booker Sr., Warren Gammill)- P.O. Box 56, Lexington, MS 39095 Boyer, Marcia (Boyer, Robert Lee)- 9829 Pokia Way, Diamondhead, MS 39525 (228)365-9038 Brooks, Martha (Brooks, Truman Darnell)- 1325 McIngvale Rd., Apt. 301, Hernando, MS 38632 (662) 429-8724 Branning, Linda (Billy Joe)- 12991 Road 610, Philadelphia, MS 39350 (601) 656-2604 Bridges, Frances (Bridges, Lewis)- 4110 Hwy 80, Lawrence, MS 39336 Buie, Martha (Buie, John)- 304 Varick St., Jersey City, NJ 07302 Burt, Jeanette (Burt, Cawthon Bowen)- 3694 High Point Dr., Memphis, TN 38122 (901) 458-0869 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.)- 15687 Ferncreek Dr., Chesterfield, MO 63017-0701 Cantin, Flora King (Cantin, George Witte) 228 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
Carter, Elizabeth Hann (Carter, Ross)- 15372 Parkwood Dr. N #N, Gulfport, MS 39503 (228) 852- 3860 Chatham, Betty Jane (Chatham, John William “JW”)- 12408 Cypress Dr., Gulfport, MS 39503 (228)831-4579 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 Dillard, Bobbye (Dillard, J. Harmon)- P. O. Box 147, Canton, MS 39046 (601) 849-1653 Dodge, June (Dodge, Bruce Kenneth)- 11082 Noll Drive., Apt B, D’Iberville, MS 39540 Doggett, Madeline (Doggett, Blanton)- 53191 Hwy 433, Slidell, LA 70461 (504) 641-6890 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)- 1135 Gunnison Court, Clarkston, GA 30021 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 Gemeny, Annie L. (Gemeny, Edgar D.)- Box 122, Chunky, MS 39323 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 Goff, Minnie V. (Goff, Will Garfield)- Box 415, Stonewall, MS 39363 (601) 659-7322 Gore, Lounett (Gore, Julian Andrew)- 241 Kealy Gore Rd., Laurel, MS 39443 Grantham, Eleanor B. (Grantham, William Elria) Griffin, Zelma Mae (Griffin, John T)- 30055 Wren Cemetery Rd., Aberdeen, 39730 (662) 256-8783. 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)- 806 McCally Rd., Louisville, MS 39339 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 Hegwood, Callie (Hegwood, Jerome Kerry)- 3151 Knollwood Dr., Room 203, Mobile, AL 36693 (251) 633-3251 Henson, Elizabeth I. (Henson, William Howard)- 960 Grouse Meadow Dr., Cordova, TN 38018 Hill, Ellen W. (Hill, D. Kenneth)- 813 N. 13th St., Vincennes, IN 47591 (812) 895-1454 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.)- P. O. Box 341651, Bartlett, TN 38184 Holliday, Vera Craig (Holliday, James)- 1075 Deryll, Jackson, MS 39212 (601) 371-1725 Hollingsworth, Nancy C. (Hollinsgworth, Rudolf)- P.O. Box 724, Decatur, MS 39327 (601) 635-4181 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009 229
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)- Rt. 2, Box 83, Guntown, MS 38849 (662) 365-3221 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)- 832 N. Ninth Ave., Laurel, MS 39440 Jackson, Molly (Jackson Jr., James Willard)- 208 Womack Rd., Starkville, MS 39759 (662) 323-4387 Jeter, Bertie (Jeter, Doc) 231 CR 526, Ripley, MS 38663 (662) 837-9537 Johnson, Gloria Fox (Johnson, Thomas Murphey) - Rt. 1 Box 686, Equality, AL 36026 (334) 415-8820 Johnson, Larry Darnell (Johnson, Rosweitha)- 984 Old Conley Rd. NE, Atlanta, GA 30354 (404) 361-7242 Johnson, Marie W. (Johnson, George W.)- c/o John Johnson, 5078 Cedar St., Meridian, MS 39303 Jones, Ann (Jones, James L.)- 1100 Pace Parkway, Mobile, AL 36693 Jones, Lacy Lee (Jones, Champinoise)- 107 CR 52816, Heidelberg, MS 39439 (601) 787-3637 *Jones, Mildred (Jones, George Elliot)- 400 Laurel Tr. N, Terrell, TX 75160 (972) 524-4270 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.)- 611 Corbett St., Pearl, MS 39208 (601) 932-2692 Laseter, Dorothy (Laseter, Charles D.)- 708 Jessamine St., Ellisville, MS 39437 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 Lewis, Carolyn (Lewis, Floyd O.)- 167 St. Augustine Dr., Madison, MS 39110 (601) 853-2060 Loftin, Mary B. (Loftin, Rex L.)- 5800 Old Providence Rd., Apt. 5303, Charlotte, NC 28226-6881 (704) 362-0460 Lott, Ann (Lott, William Robert)- 938 Sycamore St., Grenada, MS 38901 (662) 226-8217 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)- 2506 39th St., Apt. 71, Meridian, MS 39305 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) *McLean, Anne (McLean, Oliver Talmadge)- 1022 Sandra Dr., Laurel, MS 39440 McLelland, Wilma (McLelland, William C.)- 104 Linden, Clinton, MS 39056 (601) 924-1622 Miller, JoAnn B. (Miller, Rush Glen) 906 Cedarbrook Dr., Oxford, MS 38655 (662) 236-2404 Miller, Rose (Miller, Harold)- 6600 Poplar Springs Dr., Apt B-123, Meridian, MS 39305 Mills, Betty (Mills, William G.) - 101 Northwood Dr., Louisville, MS 39339 (662) 773-6910 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 Mosley, Mary Nell (Mosley, John Wesley)- 72 Chickasaw St., Starkville, MS 39759 (662) 323-2418 Mullen, Mary Frances (Mullen, Greek L.)- 6 CR 237, Corinth, MS 38834 (662) 287-2701 230 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
Murphy, Margaret Ann Higgason (Higgason, Paul Lavert)- 1300 CR 14, Myrtle, MS 38650 (662) 538-9833 Nabors, 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 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., Pensecola, FL 32514 (850) 476-9065 Oliver, Kathryn (Oliver, Gilbert L.)- 4104 Finley St. at 41st Ave., Gulfport, MS 39501 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)- 8 Mary Way, Foxboro, MA 20350 Payne, Minnie Grace (Payne, John P.)- 1677 Gilbert Rd., Utica, MS 39175 (601) 885-8089 Peden, Elsie (Peden, Milton Jay)- 806 Michele Dr., Winona, MS 38967 (662) 283-4836 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 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.)- 11404 Meadow Wood Ave., Urg, VA 22407 Ray, Mary 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 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 Sally, 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)- P.O. Box 1253, Columbus, MS 39701 (662) 329-1999 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)- 911 Old Canton Rd., Carthage, MS 39051 (601) 267-9181 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) 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.)- #102, 1440 Beach Blvd., Biloxi, MS 39530 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.)- 3922 28th St., Meridian, MS 39305 (601) 485-5450 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009 231
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)- Rt. 2 Box 103, McCool, MS 39108 Waters, Mary Sue (Waters Jr., Louis)- 1882 Pecan Rd., Newton, MS 39345 (601) 727-3784 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 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)- 204 CR 461, Oxford, MS 38655 (662) 236-4768 Wiginton, Mary Ann (Wiginton, Henry Leaton) 5 Leander Ct., Gulfport, MS 39503 (228) 831-1113 Williams, Opal (Williams, Burwell E.)- 12 Fortenberry Drive, Foxworth, MS 39483 Williamson, Naomi (Williamson, James A.)- 214 Beaver Creek 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 Wood, Ruth Mayhew (Wood, Huey Edward) 620 Washington St., Boonville, MS 38829 (662) 728-3769 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009 233
Section VIII
Council on Finance & Administration Report #1 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 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 apportionments to local churches. Herein are our recommendations of procedures and policies to be followed by the Mississippi Annual Conference. Realizing that education is the key to achieving a higher percentage of giving to the apportionments, CFA shall be available within clusters and districts to interpret and personalize the apportionments and to teach Christian stewardship to local churches. We shall provide districts and clusters with current materials explaining the apportionments. Agency/Institution Accountability and Distribution CFA recommends a funding process that requires accountability, responsibility, and communication. During an annual review of agencies and institutions by the appropriate conference committee or Tabke to which they relate, each agency and institution shall be made aware of the following: ■ Actively consider the option of not receiving conference apportionments and raising its own funds. ■ Beginning in 2009, existing agencies and institutions under the direction of their own Boards of Directors shall have their apportionment reduced by 10 percent each year over eight years leaving 20% available. ■ Beginning in 2009, 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 apportionment will be reduced by 20 percent of the original apportioned amount each year leaving 20% available. The Council on Finance and Administration requests that each institution requesting funds present a budget request as designed by the council for 2011, 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, 2009. Boards, agencies, committees, or institutions of the conference not presenting a formal request properly signed will not be considered for funding by CFA for the 2011 budget. The amount made available for the conference operation shall be determined by the percentage of apportionments 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 encouraged to develop donor support outside the Mississippi Conference budget. They are also encour- aged to keep administrative costs at a minimum percentage of the organization’s budget (as close to 20 percent as possible). Agency 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. 234 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
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 account- ing principles. There is no requirement for the accountant to gather any evidence to corroborate the inquiries and analytical 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 informa- tion 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 business 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 state- ments are to be presented, and the form and content of the financial statements. The accoun- tant is not required to make inquiries or to perform 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 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 contain- ing 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 apportionment revenue is $200,000 or greater. For entities with annual apportionment revenues 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 submit- ted. 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 submit 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 opin- ion in its most recent peer review report will be accepted. No internal audits will be accepted. Failure to submit required financial 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 and statement from the reviewing body must be presented: ■ Campus ministry units, unless they are receiving conference capital campaign funds ■ Clergy Spouses District Audits and Internal Controls Financial statements as defined in Internal Controls for District Offices for District Funds shall be pre- sented to the CFA each year. All funds held by the district must be included in the audit report. The CFA has reviewed the internal control document and found it to be acceptable. Following is the document: The protection of assets (cash, equipment, securities, valuables, and so on) is a basic management requirement for all organizations, whether large or small, profit seeking or nonprofit. Church leaders have a special fiduciary obligation to make sure that all church assets are protected and used properly. As The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009 235
District Superintendents the responsibility extends not only to the churches and their members but also to the clergy of your district. As a leader of the district you can not expect any higher level of protection and assurance than what is exemplified in your office. The problem most often associated with internal controls is dishonest acts. Yet honest errors account for significant losses. While a perfect system that detects and prevents all dishonest acts and honest errors is virtually impossible to design, there are various features that can be built into the district accounting system to minimize the possibility of errors. The District Superintendents in a cabinet meeting on September 9, 2004 agreed to adopt the follow- ing internal controls to be used consistently throughout the District offices of the Conference. Further it is agreed that the system will be in operation no later than December 31, 2004. Applicability All Funds administered and assets owned by the District Office and/or under the authority of the District Superintendent. Purpose A. To protect the assets of the district from misuse or misappropriation B. To ensure that financial statements properly reflect financial activity C. To minimize the possibility of errors D. To protect employees who are responsible for handling cash and other assets from any appearance of impropriety Procedures 1. District Finance Committee/Board of Trustee Oversight A. District Finance Committee appoints a lay Treasurer who is accountable to the District Finance Committee. The lay treasurer can not be the District Secretary. B. District Finance Committee chair and District Superintendent shall receive monthly financial reports prepared by the lay treasurer. C. The District Trustee’s shall be responsible for the personal and real property of the district. D. All persons handling funds shall be bonded. 2. Management of Receipts A. District secretary shall receipt all cash received in the district office in a pre-numbered bound duplicate receipt book. A receipt shall be issued to the payee. A copy shall be maintained in the office. Cash shall be deposited daily. B. Checks shall be endorsed immediately upon receipt with a stamp that says “For Deposit only to the ______District Account #______”. Checks shall be deposited at least weekly. C. Deposits shall be made by the District Secretary. The deposit slip shall identify the receipt numbers that represent the cash deposit or copies of the checks making up the deposit shall be attached. D. The District Secretary shall provide to the lay treasurer a copy of the deposit slip with adequate information for recording the accounting records. E. The District Secretary shall be responsible for the accounting for the district apportionments including billing if applicable. 3. Management of Payments A. The District shall use a voucher and docket system for disbursements. B. The District Superintendent shall be the one who authorizes all disbursements. In the District Superintendent’s absence, the District Superintendent shall appoint a person other than the district secretary to authorize a disbursement. In the case of an expense authorization by the appointee, a written report shall be provided to the District Superintendent. C. The District Secretary or lay treasurer shall be the one who prepares the checks. D. All checks will require two signatures, one from each of the following groups. 1. Group one: This group shall be the preparer of the check. (Lay treasurer; District Secretary See 3C above) 2. Group two: This group shall be the authorizing party of the expenditure. District Superintendent or District Superintend designee in 3B above. E. A signature stamp shall not be used and no check shall be signed in blank. F. A imprest petty cash fund may be operated in the district office. This fund can be a separate 236 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
bank account with a ceiling established and reimbursed on a periodic basis. This account shall have one required signature and be in the custody of that person. Alternatively the fund may be a true cash fund with a ceiling established and reimbursed on a periodic basis. The fund shall be in the custody of one person. G. No debit card shall be used by the district. 4. Record Keeping and Reconciliation A. The lay treasurer shall be the District accounting record keeper and Quickbooks program shall be the accounting system. B. The lay treasurer shall receive the bank statement unopened and prepare the monthly bank reconciliation. C. The lay treasurer shall prepare monthly financial statements and budget performance state- ments and provide them to the Chair of Finance and District Superintendent. D. All accounting records and bookkeeping systems shall be maintained in the District office on the district computer system. The conference treasurer shall prescribe the chart of accounts and bookkeeping system and assist in the establishment thereof. 5. Annual Financial Reports Each district shall have an internal audit prepared each year by the internal auditor engaged by the conference. In a year in which there is a change in District Superintendent, there shall be an agreed upon proceedures engagement conducted by a CPA selected by the CFA and authorized to do business in the state of Mississippi. The Conference Treasurer shall provide the internal audit program.The Financial reports/agreed upon procedures shall be completed and a copy provided to the Conference Treasurer by August 15 following the close of the year. 6. Real and Personal Property A. The Trustee chair shall have prepared a listing of the personal property of the district parson- age and district office that will include the date acquired, description of the asset, and cost. If the asset was contributed, then the inventory shall so indicate. A permanent file on each asset shall be maintained that has pertinent data such as warranty, bill of sale, maintenance agreements, etc. B. The Board of Trustees shall be responsible for the annual æreview of the inventory listing. C. The District Superintendent shall have authority over the assets and use there of. Any loaning of equipment outside the office shall be requested in writing and approved in writing by the District Superintendent. Acquisition or sale of fixed assets shall be in consultation with the District Superintendent and the Trustee Chair as representative of the Trustees. D. The Trustees shall prepare a listing of real property owned by the District. All original deeds shall be in a fire proof container. E. The Chair of Trustees shall submit a copy of the inventory of personal and real property to the Conference Treasurer each year in association with the annual audit. F. The Trustees shall review the adequacy of insurance for liability, property and casualty on an annual basis. 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. Conference Expenditures 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. The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009 237
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 Staff Persons f. Conference Lay Leader g. District Lay Leaders h. Conference President of United Methodist Women i. Conference President of United Methodist Men j. Conference President of United Methodist Youth k. President or equivalent officer of Conference Young Adult Organization l. Chairpersons of all conference boards, committees, councils, and commissions, if laypersons m. District Presidents of United Methodist Men n. District Presidents of United Methodist Women o. District Presidents of United Methodist Youth p. Equalizing lay members, as named by the district q. 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 confer- ence. r. Special cases approved by the Cabinet, such as mission charges s. 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. 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 estab- lished 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, 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 trans- portation 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 confer- ence 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. The level of compensation shall be determined annually by the CFA. Directors, Administrative Assistant to the Bishop, and Senior Staff Compensation will be deter- mined 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. 238 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
The annual conference shall provide a parsonage or housing allowance and funding for utilities for the administrative assistant to the bishop and director of Connectional Ministries when clergy are appointed to these positions. 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 submit- ted with appropriate documentation. Travel expenses will be reimbursed using the same policy as confer- ence 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 confer- ence 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 retirement, 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- 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. The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009 239
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. 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. Formula for Making Apportionments 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 64 through 72 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 apportionments made because amounts were incorrectly reported shall be made to Council on Finance and Administration through the Conference Treasurer. A. The base shall be statistical lines: a. Line No. 64 Pastor’s Base Compensation b. Line No. 65 Associate(s) Base Compensation c. Line No. 65 Housing Related Allowances Paid Pastor and Associate(s) d. Line No. 67 Reimbursements Paid Pastor and Associate(s) e. Line No. 68 Other Cash Allowances Paid Pastor and Associate(s) f. Line No. 69 Diaconal Minister(s)/Deacon(s) Total Compensation g. Line No. 70 Other Staff Compensation and Expenses h. Line No. 71 Current Expenses for Program i. Line No. 72 Other Current Operating Expenses (Except property and casualty insurance) B. The apportionment for a new congregation shall be determined as follows: First full year after charter shall be a grace period. Apportionments 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 line item of their conference apportionments will be commended by 240 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
the CFA at each Annual Conference. Churches that have increased or improved their apportion- ment remittances will be recognized for their efforts. An appropriate certificate will be given to each church by the district superintendent at the Charge Conference. 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, juris- dictional, 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. 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. Depository In accordance with Section 614 of the 2004 Book of Discipline, the conference treasurer is designated the authority by the CFA to designate a depository for all conference funds. 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 2004 Discipline. Mailing Lists Mailing lists will be made available to United Methodist agencies and institutions from the confer- ence office, as it is practical. Special Appeals Conference advance specials are established and carried out in the same spirit of partnership as the general advance program. Advance Gifts are used for the establishment and or support of conference and district church extension and missionary needs. In accordance with the 2008 Discipline paragraph 654, the following entities are declared conference advance specials. Conference Advance Specials a. Burkley House, Jackson b. Chabadza Partnership with Zimbabwe c. Church and Community Worker Earnestine Varnado d. Contact, The Crisis Line e. Center for Independent Living, Inc f. Choctaw Mission g. Coast Prison Ministry, Gulfport h. Delta Ministry, (Trinity Mission, Lambert/Marks) i. Footsteps in Hope j. Gulfside Assembly, Waveland k. Hispanic Ministries l. Holmes County Town & Country Ministries, Goodman m. International Seamen and Truckers Center, Gulfport n. Moore Community House, Biloxi The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009 241
o. Mississippi United Methodist Penza, Russia Initiative p. Resource Center Network –The Center for Violence Prevention, Pearl q. Seashore Mission, Biloxi r. Shalom Communities s. Society of St. Andrew t. St. Andrew’s Mission Community Center, McComb u. Stop Hunger Now v. UMVIM Mexico Medical Mission w. Wesley House Community Center, Inc, Meridian 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 recom- mended 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. CFA Motion for District Realignment Study in Accordance with “2008 Discipline” Paragraph 415.4 CFA moves that the Bishop appoint a study committee to determine the optimal number of districts that is feasible and financially affordable for the Mississippi Conference and that this committee reports its findings and recommendations to the 2010 Annual Conference for action.
2009 and 2010 Special Day Offerings 2009 2010 January 18 January 17 * Human Relations Day January 25 January 31 Golden Cross Sunday March 22 February 14 * One Great Hour of Sharing March 15 February 28 Baddour Center March 29 March 14 Methodist Rehabilitation Center April 26 April 18 *Native American Sunday May 10 May 9 Mississippi Methodist Senior Services June 7 May 30 *Peace with Justice Sunday June 14 June 20 Children’s Home July 19 July Conference Emergency Preparedness Sunday August 30 August 29 Bethlehem Center September 13 September 12 Camping Sunday October 4 October 3 *World Communion Sunday November 8 November 14 United Methodist Hour November 29 November 28 *United Methodist Student Day December 13 December 12 The Children’s Home *Denotes General Church Offering 242 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
Report #2 Amended Plan of Direct Bill The 2008 Annual Conference in session on June 10, 2008, adopted a process of Direct Billing for the pension and health benefits of the clergy appointed to the local church. By going to the direct bill method, the apportionment of the cost of pensions and health insurance will phase out as the Direct Bill Plan phases in. There will be an apportioned amount to fund the administrative expense for insurance in phase 4. The four phases are as follows: Phase 1: In 2009 the Comprehensive Protection Plan (CPP) premium began being billed to the local church where a full time pastor eligible for CPP was serving. The CPP plan provides the death benefits for the clergy and the clergy family and the disability benefits for the clergy member. The actual premium was set at $1,630 per clergy. The 2010 premium to be billed will be the percentage billed by the General Board of Pensions and Heath Benefits (currently 3-percent) of the eligible participant’s plan compensation. Plan compensation is defined by the General Board of Pension and Health Benefits. This method will be more beneficial to the majority of the applicable churches as the conference average compensation is less than $54,333. The current $1,630 is 3-percent of $54,333. Phase 2: The defined contribution portion of the Clergy Retirement Security Plan (CRSP) will be billed to the local church at the rate established by the General Board of Pensions on the plan compensa- tion. This applies to all active clergy appointed to the local church who have met the requirements of the pension plan. The rate is currently 3-percent of plan compensation. Phase 3: The defined benefit portion of the Clergy Retirement Security Plan (CRSP) will be billed to the local church at a percentage rate of plan compensation established by the Conference Board of Pension. This rate will be based on the actuarial valuation done by the General Board of Pension and Health Benefits divided by the total plan compensation of the participating Mississippi clergy. The projected rate in 2010 would be 11.25-percent. There shall be a fund established beginning in the third phase to provide assistance in funding of these pensions costs when the local church is unable to pay the cost. Funding shall be one-fourth of one-percent added to the rate determine above. This shall be a temporarily restricted fund accessible through a joint committee on Aid to Local Churches for Clergy Benefits made up of two District Superintendents, two representatives of CFA, two representatives of Conference Board of Pensions and two representatives from the Church Leadership Table. Staff to this committee will be the Conference Benefits Officer and the Administrative Assistant to the Bishop. This sub-committee will determine the standards to be followed in granting funds to churches in need. This plan will be approved by CFA, Board of Pensions and the ap- pointive Cabinet. Phase 4: The base cost of medical insurance will be billed to all local churches who have full-time clergy appointed whether the appointed clergy participates in the plan or not. There will continue to be an amount apportioned to provide for the retirement credit available for the retired clergy or their surviving spouses and the pre 2008 surviving spouses who are participating in plan. There shall be a fund established beginning in the fourth phase to assist in funding of these health insurance costs in the local church when the local church is unable to pay the cost. The level of funding and the actual development of the process for requesting assistance will be recommended to the annual conference in the year preceding the beginning of Phase 4. The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009 243
Report #3 2010 Budget NOTE: Numbers to the immediate left of the item corresponds with budget numbers shown on the following pages. 2009 2010 funding Funding Plan Plan UM Number 1 Avenue of Giving 1 World Service* $ 1,550,387 $ 1,553,100 MS UM Extended Ministry 2 Community Centers*** $ 315,000 $ 252,000 3 Children’s Home*** $ 140,265 $ 125,000 4 Choctaw Mission*** $ 72,000 $ 64,000 5 United Methodist Hour*** $ 58,500 $ 52,000 6 Baddour Center*** $ 45,000 $ 40,000 $ 630,765 $ 533,000 MS UM Conference Clergy Support 7 Board of Medical Benefits $ 5,026,516 $ 5,026,516 8 Board of Pensions $ 3,692,977 $ - 9 District Superintendents Fund $ 1,375,143 $ 1,375,143 10 Board of Ministry and Related Funds $ 342,656 $ 333,700 11 Equitable Compensation $ 235,914 $ 291,500 $ 10,673,206 $ 7,026,859 MS UM Conference Leadership Work Areas 12 Annual Conference Administration $ 2,236,644 $ 1,839,013 13 Parish/Community Dev. Ministries $ 1,042,813 $ 1,032,097 14 Connectional Ministries $ 552,645 $ 544,400 $ 3,832,102 $ 3,415,510 UM Higher Education Support 15 Campus Ministries (MS) $ 721,706 $ 689,658 16 Ministerial Educ. Funds (General Church)* $ 536,225 $ 531,669 17 Millsaps College (MS)*** $ 360,000 $ 320,000 18 Back College Fund (General Church)* $ 213,921 $ 212,103 19 Rust College (MS)*** $ 180,000 $ 160,000 20 Africa University (General Church)* $ 47,877 $ 47,470 $ 2,059,729 $ 1,960,900 MS UM Camping and Retreat Centers 21 Camp Lake Stephens*** $ 144,000 $ 128,000 22 Camp Wesley Pines*** $ 144,000 $ 128,000 23 Seashore Assembly*** $ 112,500 $ 100,000 24 Gulfside Assembly*** $ 36,000 $ 32,000 $ 436,500 $ 388,000 UM General/Jurisdictional 25 Episcopal Fund* $ 421,130 $ 427,196 26 Administration (General Church)* $ 172,756 $ 168,280 27 Southeast Jurisdiction Programming** $ 129,885 $ 129,885 28 Interdenom. Cooperative Fund* $ 41,791 $ 41,379 29 Lake Junaluska Levee Renov. Project** $ 32,000 $ 25,000 $ 797,562 $ 791,740 Apportioned Budget Total $ 19,980,251 $ 15,669,109 Direct Bill Amount $ 900,000 $ 5,002,884 Funding Plan Total $ 20,880,251 $ 20,671,993 *Apportioned by General Church **Apportioned by Southeastern Jurisdiction ***Affected by 10% Reduction in CFA Report # 1 244 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
2010 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 askings 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 rep- resents 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 commu- nications technologies accessible to the church; provides interpretation resources that promote giving; continues a proud tradition of cooperation and dialogue with other faith traditions through interdenomi- national and ecumenical work; and assures United Methodists speak and work to help encourage a more ethical, just, and humane world.
Budget Total: $1,553,100
MS UM EXTENDED MINISTRY Fund 2: Community Centers This apportionment 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 disadvantaged 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.
The following are the apportionment recommendations the community centers: Bethlehem Center, Jackson $48,000 Edwards Street Community Center, Hattiesburg 32,000 Good Shepherd Center, Vicksburg 52,000 Moore Community House, Biloxi 28,000 Saint Andrews Mission, McComb 36,000 Wesley House, Meridian 56,000
Budget Total: $252,000 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009 245
MS UM EXTENDED MINISTRY Fund 3: Children’s Home The Children’s Home plans to use the apportionments to operate and expand its therapeutic 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 building repairs. The Connectional Ministries through its Association of Mission Institutions and the Mission Table has oversight responsibility for this budget request.
Budget Total: $125,000
MS UM EXTENDED MINISTRY Fund 4: Choctaw Mission Funding from the Annual Conference apportionments are the main source of revenue for the pro- grams and operation of the Choctaw Mission. The funds allow for programming, utilities, salaries, minor repairs and maintenance.
Budget Total: $64,000
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 help- ing 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 televi- sion/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: $52,000
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 $47,093. Tuition paid by the resident is $23,172 with the balance being assumed by the Baddour Center. The Connectional Ministries through its Association of Mission Institutions and the Mission Table has oversight responsi- bility for this budget request.
Budget Total: $40,000 246 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
MS UM CONFERENCE CLERGY SUPPORT Fund 7: Board of Medical Benefits The Mississippi Conference adopts the self-insured medical plan. The conference has the responsibil- ity for providing the funding for the plan for active clergy appointed to the local church and conference. The apportioned 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 apportionments. The plan allows other salary 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 174. Maximum rates are approved each year at annual conference giving the Board the responsibility of setting the rates in the fall. Following are the 2008 operations results, 2009 budget and the 2010 budget.
Budget Request Total: $5,026,516
2008 Dec. 31, 2008 2009 2010 Budget Actual Budget Budget Receipts: Church Apportionments $ 5,155,857 $ 4,678,591 $ 4,624,395 $ 5,026,516 Participant Payments $ 3,032,837 $ 2,969,292 $ 2,969,292 $ 2,893,145 Scriptcare Rebate $ 37,000 $ 60,577 $ 80,000 $ 80,000 Misc Receipts $ 7 $ - $ - Medicare D Rx Rebate $ 229,421 $ 156,000 $ 156,000 Interest Income $ 118,000 $ 185,405 $ 132,860 $ 132,860 Total Receipts $ 8,343,694 $ 8,083,693 $ 7,992,947 $ 8,288,521
Disbursements: Admin.-Third Party Admin. $ 209,414 $ 307,271 $ 339,690 $ 354,900 Reinsurance Aggregate & Specific $ 503,000 $ 553,397 $ 540,668 $ 567,700 Wellness & Disease Management $ 132,376 $ 141,370 $ 150,000 $ 150,000 Medical & Rx Claims $ 7,164,725 $ 6,253,122 $ 6,629,309 $ 7,092,291 Bonding Fees $ 4,830 $ 4,830 $ 4,830 $ 4,830 Audit $ 6,600 $ 9,961 $ 9,500 $ 9,500 Actuary $ 15,000 $ 22,900 $ 15,000 $ 15,000 Office Supplies $ 2,500 $ 6,321 $ 6,500 $ 6,500 Meeting Expense $ 2,000 $ 2,278 $ 2,000 $ 2,000 Bank Charges $ 5,400 $ 6,741 $ 6,800 $ 6,800 Clerical Salaries And Benefits $ 50,652 $ 53,685 $ 54,000 $ 54,000 Legal Fees $ 27,000 $ 91,472 $ 25,000 $ 25,000 Total Disbursements $ 8,123,497 $ 7,453,348 $ 7,783,297 $ 8,288,521
Net Receipts $ 220,197 $ 630,345 $ 139,650 $ -
MS UM CONFERENCE CLERGY SUPPORT Fund 8: Board of Pensions The General Board of Pension and Health Benefits has the responsibility of proposing to General Conference a retirement plan for the denomination. General Conference adopts the plan and any amendments to it. This provides an equitable plan to all United Methodist clergy. Clergy Retirement Security Plan (CRSP) came into effect January 1, 2007. CRSP is made up of two elements, a defined ben- efit piece and a defined contribution piece. The Mississippi Conference Board of Pensions has the respon- sibility of administering the plan for the conference and providing education resources for the plan. The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009 247
The Conference Board has worked with the Conference Council on Finance and Administration to propose a 4 phase direct bill funding plan to the 2008 Annual Conference. Phase 1 was approved and began in 2009 with the other phases to begin at the direction of the future annual conferences upon recommendation of the Conference Board of Pensions and Conference Council on Finance and Administration. The Conference Board of Pensions has determined the following amounts for the pension plan. It is the recommendation of the Board of Pensions that all funding be raised by direct bill. Funding for each phase is listed below. Total funding must equal $5,002,884. Once the annual conference determines the funding plan as presented by CFA report number 2, the amounts below will be utilized in the apportion- ment and or direct bill funding.
Budget Total: Phase 1 $ 900,000 Phase 2 $ 900,000 Phase 3 $3,202,884
Total Funding: $5,002,884 Dec. 31, 2008 2008 2009 2010 Actual Budget Budget Budget Receipts: Pension Apportionment Receipts $ 4,003,187 $ 4,768,126 $ 3,692,977 $ 4,102,884 Direct Billing $ 449 $ 900,000 $ 900,000 Misc Refunds $ 53,169 $ 65,000 $ 232,302 $ 250,000 2007 Apportionments $ 58,078 Other Interest $ 103,136 $ 285,000 $ 60,000 $ 90,000 Interest On Superannuate Endowment $ - 208,581 $ 74,000 $ 0 $ 0 Chartered Fund Distribution $ 428 $ 650 $ 650 $ 400 Various Gifts $ 277,913 Methodist Pub. House Distribution $ 15,402 $ 15,000 $ 15,000 $ 15,000 Gain On Dif And Mas Accts Including Interest $ - 128,331 $ 93,236 $ 0 $ 0 General Sef Distribution $ 23,170 $ 35,634 $ 24,000 $ 24,000 Total Receipts $ 4,198,020 $ 5,336,646 $ 4,924,929 $ 5,382,284
Disbursements: Liaison Officer $ 20,000 $ 20,000 $ 21,000 $ 22,000 Retirement Seminar $ 1,478 $ 1,000 $ 1,000 $ 1,500 Mpp/Cpp Contributions- Crsp Db/Dc & Cpp $ 4,851,819 $ 4,768,126 $ 5,127,727 $ 5,252,884 Special Grants-& Gbop Payments $ 3,938 $ 4,000 $ 4,000 $ 4,000 Per Diem Annual Conf- Surviving Spouses $ 1,435 $ 1,800 $ 1,800 $ 1,500 Annual Conf. Retirees Luncheon $ 4,160 $ 4,000 $ 4,000 $ 4,500 Travel Meals Meetings $ 7,340 $ 6,750 $ 7,000 $ 7,000 Professional Fees $ 8,008 $ 5,500 $ 5,800 $ 8,500 Office Expense $ 1,775 $ 4,000 $ 4,250 $ 2,000 Pub House Dist To Central Conf Pens Plan $ 15,402 $ 15,000 $ 15,000 $ 15,000 Payment To Dependent Children $ 6,694 $ 7,000 $ 7,000 $ 7,000 Total Disbursements $ 4,922,049 $ 4,837,176 $ 5,198,577 $ 5,325,884
Net Receipts Over (Disbursements) $ - 724,029 $ 499,470 $ -273,648 $ 56,400 248 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
MS UM CONFERENCE CLERGY SUPPORT Fund 9: District Superintendents Fund The District Superintendents Fund provides salary and reimbursable business expenses for the 11 district superintendents. Funding for the pensions and health insurance has again been added for 2010 and taken away from the Board of Pensions and Board of Medical Benefits apportioned amounts. It is recognized that this is the same budget for 2009. The Cabinet of the Mississippi Conference thanks the 2008 Annual conference for adding a line item into their 2009 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 2010. This will be a permanent fund that does not expire at the end of the budget year. The amount collected for 2009 for this line item less any expenditures in the year will be placed in an interest bearing account at the UM Foundation. The same will be done in 2010. Years following 2010, 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: $1,375,143
Item Compensation $ 82,776 Reimburseable Business Expenses In District 9,550 Total per District Superintendent 92,326 11 Total for 11 Districts 1,015,586 Reimburseable Expenses for Cabinet Related Travel 98,907 Pensions, CRSP DB/DC, CPP, Health Insurance 210,650 Supervisory Fund 50,000
Total District Superintendents Budget Request $ 1,375,143
Health Insurance $ 85,536 CRSP DC $ 38,084 CRSP DB $ 56,562 CPP $ 30,468 Total $ 210,650
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 per- sons, 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: $333,700
a. Board Operating Expenses $ 27,900 b. Reviews and Screenings $ 12,800 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009 249
c. Recruitments $ 71,500 d. Clergy Support $ 35,000 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
MS CONFERENCE CLERGY SUPPORT Fund 11: 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: $291,500
Administrative Expenses $ 2,500 Program Expense – Travel $ 65,000 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 Program Expense – Contingency $ 7,500
MS UM CONFERENCE LEADERSHIP WORK AREAS Fund 12: Connectional Resources The Annual Conference is given the responsibility to resource the local church. The annual confer- ence administration is responsible for the operation of the headquarters building, trustee matters, confer- ence secretary, conference statistician, and the Council on Finance and Administration.
Budget Total: $1,839,013 (Detailed information follows)
a. Office Operation $ 177,700 b. Conference Secretary $ 5,650 c. Conference Statistician $ 4,000 d. Trustees $ 187,000 e. Annual Conference Administration $ 261,960 f. Staff Compensation CFA $ 241,309 g. Staff Compensation Personnel $ 808,194 h. Staff Travel $ 79,000 i. Communication Commission $ 74,200 250 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
Fund 12 Detail: a. Conference Administration Conference Office Expense Annual Dues $ 700 Audit 40,000 Bank Charges 11,000 Equipment Lease 35,000 Equipment Replacement 10,000 Office Supplies 30,000 Postage 15,000 Software Upgrades and Maintenance 20,000 Telephone 16,000 Total Budget $ 177,700
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 $ 110,000 Office Utilities 18,000 Maintenance 15,000 Legal Fees 7,500 Janitorial Service 6,500 Abandonded Property Expense 20,000 Supplies 5,000 Parking 4,000 Meeting Expense 1,000 Total Budget $ 187,000
Annual Conference Administration Legal Expense $ 2,500 Memorials 900 Episcopacy Committee 250 CFA meeting expense 2,500 Bishop’s Discretionary Fund 5,810 Contingency 250,000 Total Budget $ 261,960
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Salaries listed are the January 1, 2009 amounts. Fund 12 Detail: b. 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
Administrative Secretary 30,000 Subtotals $ 250,851
Taxes/Benefits//Cost of Living 88,826
Total CFA Personnel $ 339,677
Less reimbursed by Insurance and Pensions -50,031 Total Budget $ 289,646 Reduction to be in place by 1-1-2010 $ (48,337)
2010 Request $ 241,309
Fund 12 Detail: c. Staff Compensation – Conference 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 96,753
Professional Staff Missions Director 52,910 Advocate Editor 62,103 Ethnic Local Church Director (Part Time) 23,655 Director of Youth 74,004 Safe Sanctuaries/Family Ministry Director 48,420 Information Technology Manager/Website Admin. 42,000
Support Staff Connectional Ministries Administrative Secretary 32,560 Ministerial Services Administrative Secretary 37,450 Receptionist and AV Librarian 37,387 Subtotals: Salaries $ 797,501
Taxes/Benefits//Cost of Living 230,748
Total Conference Personnel $ 1,028,249
Less reimbursed by The UM Hour -38,536 252 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
Total Conference Personnel 1-1-2009 $ 989,713 Reduction to be in place by 1-1-2010 $ (181,519)
2010 Budget $ 808,194 Fund 12 Detail: d. Communications Commission The Communications Commission’s mission is to help The United Methodist Church in Mississippi make disciples of Christ by providing excellent communications resources, guidance, and training. In 2009, the commission wants to expand its efforts to reach the unchurched by awarding $500 Igniting Ministry welcoming seed grants to a church in each district twice a year (back-to-school and Advent) and placing Igniting Ministry “open hearts, open doors, open minds” messages across the state. We will also offer additional training opportunities for local churches, particularly on Web ministry, and continue to promote and interpret conference ministries through video, print, and Web resources.
Budget Total: : $74,200
a. Equipment/Software $ 4,000 b. Web & Technical Support $ 2,500 c. Workshops/Training $ 2,500 d. Internet/Intranet/Email Software $ 1,000 e. Advertising and Publicity $ 2,500 f. Igniting Ministry Expenditures $ 20,000 g. Meetings/Commission Travel $ 1,000 h. Licensing $ 1,200 i. Promotion of Connectional Givings $ 5,656 j. UMAC Dues & Registration $ 1,000 k. Graphic Design Contract $ 32,844 Fund 13: Parish and Community Development Ministries (Formerly Congregational Development)
Budget Total: $1,032,097
I. Annual Conference Mission Priorities and Focus Areas of the General Church The combined efforts of New Church Development, Revitalization and Small Member Churches are joined under the new heading – Parish and Community Development Ministries. This was formerly known as Congregational Development. We relate to the Annual Conference’s area of “Stewardship” which is led by Rev. Eddie Rester. II. Establish a Public Relations Plan While there is no formal “Public Relations Plan” for three areas of Parish and Community Development Ministry, it should be noted that the chair of Parish and Community Development Ministry and the chairs of Small Membership, Revitalization and New Church Development Committees have developed a PowerPoint presentation that assists the Conference and local churches in understand- ing that if we are to fulfill our mission of “making disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world” we must become Christian stewards. They have participated in several Annual Conference gather- ings where stewardship was addressed. III. A. New Church Development The funds of Parish and Community Development Ministries are reorganized into three ministry areas. In the area of New Church Development, the apportioned dollars in 2008 that we received 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. Some of the funds were spent for rental of office and worship space. Some of the funds were used to employ 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 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009 253 become “chartered” churches, they will great assist our Annual Conference in helping to make disciples of Jesus Christ and to help reverse our membership looses 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. B. Small Membership Of our conference’s 1,143 churches in 2007, 1,021 were considered small membership churches (average 125 or less in worship). We average 65 or less in worship in most of our churches. We are, thus, a small membership church conference. Funds have been used from our budget to provide grants to many small membership churches to support the salary of two church and community workers. In addition, we are helping to fund the “Rural Church Initiative,” which is housed in the Greenwood District. It should be noted that in 2007 these small membership churches expanded 37% of the Annual Conference expenditures (Lewis Center 2008). The mission of this initiative is to assist “Small Member” churches in becoming viable centers of their local communities. We have 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. Our annual conference is helping to make disciples of Jesus Christ and to help reverse our member- ship losses as a denomination. Some of the funding has also been used for training and workshops. Also, funds were used to con- tinue the conference’s Small Church Initiative. C. 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 2008 amounting to $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. These funds have previously been used for “brick and mortar” projects. However, we anticipate fund- ing more leadership development projects. IV. PCDMs 2010 Budget Request: $1,032,097
Church Revitalization (Transformation) $ 296,503 Grants 235,503 Urban Ministry 50,000 Meetings 2,000 Administrative Costs 2,000 Training 5,000 Contingency 2,000 Small Membership Church Committee $ 70,150 Committee Meetings 2,500 Parish Ministry Grants 30,000 Partnership Improvement Grants 37,650 New Church Development (New Starts) $ 617,187 Administrative Costs 1,377 Meetings 6,885 Grants 335,406 Training Events 55,077 Contingency 3,442 Salary Support for New Church Pastors/Planters 215,000 School of Congregational Development (SCD) $ 48,257 254 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
A. Pastor’s Leadership School Presenter Honorarium 10,000 Presenter Expenses 3,500 Food 625 Lodging 5,500 Telephone 840 Equipment 400 Leader Expenses 1,250 Curriculum 850 Print Materials 400 Orientation Expense 400 Contractual Services 4,940 Contingency 800 B. Church Planters School Presenter Honorarium 5,000 Presenter Expenses 3,500 Food 1,000 Lodging 3,000 Contractual Services 3,952 Equipment 300 Leader Expenses 1,000 Curriculum 750 Contingency 250
MS UM CONFERENCE LEADERSHIP WORK AREAS Fund 14: 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 institu- tions. 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 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009 255
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 15: 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 educa- tion, including speaking a prophetic word. Because life is sacred, the mission involves the whole person: body, 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 2010 we are planning funding for 25 campus ministers (7 full time, 2 half time, 2 quarter time, and 14 part time). The committee provides administrative oversight to all 25 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: $689,658
a. Committee Expense $ 3,000 b. Salaries, Housing, Fringe Benefits $ 556,158 c. Program Funding $ 40,000 d. Property Insurance $ 80,000 e. Accounting Review of Wesley Units $ 8,000 f. Employee Insurance $ 2,500 UM HIGHER EDUCATION SUPPORT Fund 16: 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, theologi- cal 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 initia- tives 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: $531,669 256 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
UM HIGHER EDUCATION SUPPORT Fund 17: Millsaps College The apportioned 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: $320,000
UM HIGHER EDUCATION SUPPORT Fund 18: 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: $212,103 UM HIGHER EDUCATION SUPPORT Fund 19: 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: $160,000 UM HIGHER EDUCATION SUPPORT Fund 20: 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: $47,470 MS UM CAMPING AND RETREAT CENTERS Fund 21: 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: $128,000 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009 257
MS UM CAMPING AND RETREAT CENTERS Fund 22: 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: $128,000 MS UM CAMPING AND RETREAT CENTERS Fund 23: 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. The apportionment 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: $100,000 MS UM CAMPING AND RETREAT CENTERS Fund 24: 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 deter- mine the future for this historic jurisdiction mission. The property is currently providing a location for the UMCOR efforts. The Camping Ministries Committee through Connectional Ministries and the Young People’s Table has oversight responsibility for this budget request.
Budget Total: $32,000 UM GENERAL/JURISDICTIONAL Fund 25: 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: $427,196 UM GENERAL/JURISDICTIONAL Fund 26: 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: $168,280 258 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
UM GENERAL/JURISDICTIONAL Fund 27: 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 con- ferences, 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 UM GENERAL/JURISDICTIONAL Fund 28: 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: $41,379 UM GENERAL/JURISDICTIONAL Fund 29: 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, 2008, Mississippi had paid $67,837. The 2009 apportionment is $32,000. If collected this will complete the first quadrenniun 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.
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Index A G Administration 5 General Conference Constitutional Annual Conference Boards, Committees Amendments 185-198 & Commissions 9 Good Shepherd Community Center, Vicksburg Annual Conference Leadership Groups 9 Directors 20 Appointments 147-160 Archives and History 178 H Health Benefits 10 B Health & Welfare Institutions 13 Bethlehem Center, Jackson Higher Education & Campus Ministry 16 Directors 20 Historical Table - Sessions 201 Budget Request 244-258 L C Lay Members of Annual Conference 87-98 Camping Ministries 12 Choctaw United Methodist Mission 20 Clergy Behavioral Policy 105 M Clergy Vacation Policy 109 Medical Benefits 174 Conference Directory 29 Memoirs, Committee on Connectional Leadership Council 6 Clergy 202 Connectional Ministry Report 161 Spouses 208 Minutes Condensed 126-146 D Daily Proceedings 115-125 Directory, Conference Ministerial Services/Leadership Ministries 8, 11 Clergy/Diaconal/Deaconesses 29-86 Mission Outreach Ministries 20 Lay Members 87-98 Mission Team 7, 164 District Boards/Committees 22-28 Mississippi Rural Center, Columbia District Lay Leaders 6 Directors 21 District Superintendents 6 Mississippi United Methodist Foundation Directors 21 E Edwards Street Fellowship Center, Hattiesburg O Directors 20 Ordained Ministry Equitable Compensation Members 11, 26 Members 11 Report 174 P Parsonage Guidelines 107 F Pensions 168 Finance and Administration (Council) Members 10 Members 8, 10 Pictorial 217 Report 166, 233-242 2010 Budget 243 2010 Budget Request 244 R Reconciliation Team 7, 165 Resolutions and Petitions Property 181 Referred 181 Regular 179 Rolls of Deceased 221-227 The Mississippi Conference (SEJ) — 2009
S U Safe Sanctuary Policy 111-114 United Methodist Hour Self Destructive Behavior Guidelines 177 Directors 21 Spiritual Leadership Team 7, 164 St. Andrews Mission Community Center, McComb Directors 21 W Standing Rules 99-105 Wesley Foundation Stewardship Team 8 Directors - Community Colleges 18 Surviving Spouses 227-231 Directors - Senior Colleges 17 T Y Tellers 22 Young Adult Ministries Team Trustees 11 Members 8, 165-166 General Boards and Agencies Archives and History Christian Unity/Interreligious P.O. Box 127, Madison Concerns NJ 07940 475 Riverside Dr., Rm. 1300 201-822-2826 or 2787 NY, NY 10115 212-749-3553 Church and Society 100 Maryland Ave., N.E. UMC Communications Washington, DC 20002-5664 P.O. Box 320 202-488-5636 Nashville, TN 37202-0320 615-742-5400 Council on Ministries 601 Riverview Ave Discipleship Dayton, OH 45406-5543 P.O. Box 840 937-227-9400 Nashville, TN 37202-0840 615-340-7200 Finance and Administration 1 Music Circle North Global Ministries P.O. Box 340029 475 Riverside Dr. Nashville, TN 37203-0029 NY, NY 10115 1-866-367-4232 212-870-3600 Higher Education and Ministry Pension and Health Benefits P.O. Box 871 1201 Davis St. Nashville, TN 37202-0871 Evanston, IL 60201-4190 615-340-7400 847-869-4550 or 1-800-851-7701 Religion and Race Status and Role of Women 110 Maryland Ave., N.E. #48 P.O. Box 340029 Washington, DC 20002-5680 Nashville, TN 37203-0029 202-547-2271 1-866-367-4232
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