[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Page Header” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”rgba(0,0,0,0.6)” background_image=”https:\/\/ac25.fmcsc.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/2410001-members-header.jpg” background_blend=”multiply” z_index=”1″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row admin_label=”Breadcrumbs” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”40px||||false|false” custom_padding=”20px||||false|false” border_width_top=”1px” border_color_top=”rgba(238,237,236,0.3)” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][dmpro_breadcrumbs bc_home_icon=”on” bc_separator_icon=”E||divi||400″ bc_separator_color=”#FFFFFF” bc_item_bg_color=”RGBA(255,255,255,0)” admin_label=” Breadcrumb Module” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” items_text_color=”#FFFFFF” hover_text_color=”#FFFFFF” active_font=”|–et_global_heading_font_weight|||||||” active_text_color=”#FFFFFF” background_enable_color=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/dmpro_breadcrumbs][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”3_5,2_5″ make_equal=”on” admin_label=”Page Header Content” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”3cc57acf-ad91-4575-a23a-6b40837925f0″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Page Header Text” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_layout=”dark” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
The Free Methodist Church in Southern California thrives through the active participation of its diverse membership. This section provides resources and information about the people who make up our conference community – from pastoral leaders to dedicated lay members.<\/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_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][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=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_blurb title=”Incoming Leaders” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
Each year, we celebrate new leaders joining our conference through ordination and appointment. This section highlights those being ordained at Annual Conference 2025 and newly appointed conference ministerial candidates taking significant steps in their ministry journey.<\/p>\n
Meet Our Incoming Leaders \u2192<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_blurb title=”Ministerial Members” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Our conference ministers include ordained elders, conference ministerial candidates, and appointed leaders serving across Southern California. The ministerial directory provides information about our pastoral leadership and their appointments.<\/span><\/p>\n View Ministerial Directory \u2192<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_blurb title=”Special Appointments” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Many Free Methodist ministers serve beyond local church settings in specialized roles and ministries. This section shares updates and greetings from those serving in educational institutions, chaplaincy, mission organizations, and other special appointments.<\/p>\n Read Updates from Special Appointments \u2192<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][\/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=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_blurb title=”Annual Conference Delegates” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Delegates represent their local churches at Annual Conference, participating in important governance decisions and bringing insights back to their congregations. This section lists current delegates by church and provides resources to help them prepare for their responsibilities.<\/p>\n Find Conference Delegates \u2192<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_blurb title=”In Memoriam” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n We honor the legacy of conference members who have completed their earthly journey and entered eternal rest. This section commemorates those who have shaped our conference through faithful service and celebrates their continuing impact on our ministries.<\/p>\n Remember Those We’ve Lost \u2192<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ specialty=”on” module_id=”boards” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#EEEDEC” global_colors_info=”{}” global_module=”2788″ saved_tabs=”all”][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n 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 [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”2_3″ specialty_columns=”2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][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=”Board of Administration (BOA)” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n 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>\nConference Boards & Committees<\/h4>\n