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Join us for two transformative days as we gather to celebrate God’s faithfulness. Annual Conference is more than a meeting\u2014it’s a time to worship together, build relationships, and be equipped for the work ahead.<\/p>\n
May 16-17, 2025 at Centerpoint Church, Murrieta<\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”2_5″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”a825bfa2-a1b5-4ece-a6ea-81ea7c7b0aec” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_button button_url=”\/register\/” button_text=”Register Now” admin_label=”Register CTA” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”7c0bd19a-d30e-4b15-ba1e-f794aac46854″ button_text_size=”18px” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″][\/et_pb_button][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”New to Annual Conference Section” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” max_width=”1000px” module_alignment=”center” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”_initial” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Section Heading” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”_initial” header_5_letter_spacing=”-0.02em” header_6_letter_spacing=”-0.02em” text_orientation=”center” max_width=”1000px” module_alignment=”center” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n The Free Methodist Church in Southern California Annual Conference is both an event and a community gathering. If this is your first time attending, welcome! Here’s what makes this gathering special:<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”||32px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”_initial” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_blurb title=”Collective Worship” use_icon=”on” font_icon=”||fa||900″ icon_color=”#72AE36″ admin_label=”Collective Worship” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”74a96420-29b3-4c80-96a9-76265c0537bd” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Annual Conference brings together people from across Southern California to worship as one body, celebrating what God is doing in our churches and communities.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][et_pb_blurb title=”Business Sessions” use_icon=”on” font_icon=”||fa||900″ icon_color=”#FFB11F” admin_label=”Business Sessions” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”74a96420-29b3-4c80-96a9-76265c0537bd” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n While we handle necessary governance matters, these sessions are more than administrative\u2014they’re where we make decisions that shape our future together.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][et_pb_blurb title=”Innovation and Creativity” use_icon=”on” font_icon=”||fa||900″ admin_label=”Innovation and Creativity” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”74a96420-29b3-4c80-96a9-76265c0537bd” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n We share ideas, resources, and inspiration across our diverse ministry contexts, learning from each other’s successes and challenges.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”_initial” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_blurb title=”Vision Alignment” use_icon=”on” font_icon=”||divi||400″ icon_color=”#18B6CF” admin_label=”Vision Alignment” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”74a96420-29b3-4c80-96a9-76265c0537bd” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n We come together to ensure all our churches and ministries are moving in the same direction, guided by our mission “to bring wholeness to the world through healthy biblical communities of holy people multiplying disciples, leaders, groups, and churches.”<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][et_pb_blurb title=”Community Connections” use_icon=”on” font_icon=”||fa||900″ icon_color=”#72AE36″ admin_label=”Community Connections” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”74a96420-29b3-4c80-96a9-76265c0537bd” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n This is a special time to build relationships across church boundaries, strengthening our regional family bond.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”What to Expect Section” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#EEEDEC” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”_initial” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text 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While certain roles have specific responsibilities, we encourage broad participation:<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3,1_3,1_3″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”_initial” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_blurb title=”Leadership Roles” image=”https:\/\/ac25.fmcsc.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/2410001-attend-leaders.jpg” admin_label=”Leadership Roles” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”_initial” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Appointed Leaders and Spouses<\/strong> Board Members<\/strong> [\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”_initial” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_blurb title=”Ministry Participants” image=”https:\/\/ac25.fmcsc.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/2410001-attend-ministers.jpg” admin_label=”Ministry Participants” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”_initial” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Delegates Ministry Teams [\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”_initial” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_blurb title=”General Attendance” image=”https:\/\/ac25.fmcsc.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/2410001-attend-general.jpg” admin_label=”General Attendance” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”_initial” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Church Members Future Leaders [\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”_initial” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Intergenerational Encouragement” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”_initial” header_5_letter_spacing=”-0.02em” header_6_letter_spacing=”-0.02em” text_orientation=”center” max_width=”1000px” module_alignment=”center” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n We especially encourage churches to send intergenerational teams representing the diversity of your congregation, as our theme focuses on passing faith from generation to generation.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Preparation Section” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#EEEDEC” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” max_width=”1000px” module_alignment=”center” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”_initial” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Section Heading” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”_initial” header_5_letter_spacing=”-0.02em” header_6_letter_spacing=”-0.02em” text_orientation=”center” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n To make the most of your Annual Conference experience, consider these preparation steps:<\/p>\n 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What to Expect<\/h3>\n
Conference Day 1 – May 16<\/h6>\n
A time of collective prayer and worship beginning at 7:00 PM<\/p>\n
Opportunities to connect with others from across Southern California<\/p>\nConference Day 2 – May 17<\/h6>\n
Beginning at 9:00 AM with worship and our first main teaching session<\/p>\n
Ministry-specific groups where you’ll connect with others serving in similar areas<\/p>\n
Focused learning opportunities in three key areas<\/p>\n
A special celebration of those being ordained into ministry<\/p>\nFormation Breakouts<\/h6>\n
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Who Should Attend<\/h3>\n
All appointed ministers and their spouses should attend.<\/p>\n
Local Board of Administration members get a broader understanding of our shared work.<\/p>\n
<\/strong>Each church sends official representatives based on church size who participate in decision-making.<\/p>\n
<\/strong>Worship teams, youth workers, children’s ministry leaders, outreach coordinators will find specific encouragement.<\/p>\n
<\/strong>Anyone who calls an FMCSC church home is welcome to attend and participate.<\/p>\n
<\/strong>Young people sensing a call to ministry or leadership will find valuable connections and inspiration.<\/p>\nPreparation<\/h3>\n
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Frequently Asked Questions<\/h3>\n
Registration and Logistics<\/h5>\n
A: Registration is free for appointed leaders\/spouses, board members, and delegates. For guests, there is a $25 registration fee.<\/p>\n
A: The conference will take place at Centerpoint Church, located at 24470 Washington Ave, Murrieta, CA 92562.<\/p>\n
A: Annual Conference 2025 will be held May 16-17, 2025. Friday evening begins at 7:00 PM, and Saturday sessions run from 9:00 AM to approximately 4:30 PM.<\/p>\n
A: Yes, childcare is available for children who are potty-trained through age 10. Pre-registration is required as no day-of registration will be available. Please see the Childcare page for more details.<\/p>\n
A: There are several hotel options near the conference venue. Information about accommodation options can be found on the Location page.<\/p>\nSpecial Needs and Accommodations<\/h5>\n
A: Yes, Centerpoint Church is fully accessible with wheelchair ramps, elevators, and accessible restrooms.<\/p>\n
A: We offer gluten-free and dairy-free options. Please indicate your dietary needs during registration.<\/p>\n