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Annual Conference connects all Free Methodist churches throughout Southern California, creating space for our community to worship together, align vision, and make decisions that guide our shared ministry. As a delegate, you serve as the vital link between your local church and our wider Free Methodist family across the region.<\/p>\n
The delegate role carries significant meaning in our Free Methodist heritage. You help ensure every church has a voice in our shared decisions while bringing insights from the conference back to your local congregation. This page explains your responsibilities, outlines key information, and prepares you to serve effectively at our May 16-17, 2025 gathering at CenterPoint Church in Murrieta.<\/p>\n
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The Free Methodist Church operates through a clear organizational structure that promotes both accountability and cooperation…<\/p>\n
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Each local church or society is led by an appointed pastor and governed by an elected Local Board of Administration (LBOA). These local communities form the foundation of our shared ministry.<\/p>\n
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Groups of local churches unite within Annual Conferences like our Southern California conference. This regional body is guided by our Conference Superintendent, Jonathan Sato, supported by conference staff and various ministry teams.<\/p>\n
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The work of our conference is guided by several key leadership bodies that provide governance, strategic direction, and ministry oversight. These boards and committees include both clergy and lay representatives who serve together to advance our mission.<\/p>\n
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The primary governing body of the Annual Conference that sets policy, provides strategic oversight, allocates resources, selects leadership, and directs ministry focus.<\/p>\n
Learn More About the BOA \u2192<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column_inner][et_pb_column_inner type=”1_2″ saved_specialty_column_type=”2_3″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_blurb title=”Finance Committee” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Provides financial oversight, ensures resource stewardship, manages budget development, administers assets, and guides financial planning for the conference.<\/p>\n View Finance Committee \u2192<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column_inner][\/et_pb_row_inner][et_pb_row_inner column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column_inner type=”1_2″ saved_specialty_column_type=”2_3″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_blurb title=”Nominating Committee” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Oversees the process of identifying, vetting, and recommending qualified candidates for conference leadership positions and committees.<\/p>\n See Nominating Committee \u2192<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column_inner][et_pb_column_inner type=”1_2″ saved_specialty_column_type=”2_3″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_blurb title=”Ministerial Education & Guidance (MEG)” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Oversees ordination processes, develops pastoral leadership, establishes educational standards, creates accountability frameworks, and implements restoration procedures.<\/p>\n Explore MEG \u2192<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column_inner][\/et_pb_row_inner][et_pb_row_inner column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column_inner type=”1_2″ saved_specialty_column_type=”2_3″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_blurb title=”Ministerial Appointments Committee (MAC)” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Manages minister placement, matches pastors with churches, monitors ministry progress, develops leadership, and makes strategic appointments.<\/p>\n