Latest Updates
News and updates about Annual Conference.

-

AC 2026: Proposed Rules Now Available
Annual Conference 2026 is one month away! The Proposed Conference Rules are now available online. These guidelines help shape how we gather, worship, and make decisions together at Annual Conference. Review them in advance to be informed and ready for the work ahead. Important Info As we prepare, take a moment to view important information…
-

Bishop’s Book Recommendations & Free Books at Annual Conference
Cokesbury has invited Bishop Shelton to share her book recommendations online, and once again, there will be a table of free books at the Greenville Convention Center for attendees to Annual Conference. Bishop’s Book Recommendations Bishop Connie Mitchell Shelton chose several books to recommend for this year’s Annual Conference. These books can be purchased from…
-

Meet Our AC 2026 Speakers
We canât wait for you to hear from this yearâs Annual Conference speakers! Through worship, storytelling, and meaningful messages, weâll be encouraged and inspired to Love Boldly, Serve Joyfully, and Lead Courageously. Learning Labs Before the business of Annual Conference begins, join us for Learning Labs on June 17 at 2 and 3:30 pm. Come ready…
-

Lay Servant Ministries Stainless Steel Tumblers
Alongside the âMinistry Is Not a Spectator Sportâ t-shirts, Lay Servant Ministries is also offering stainless steel tumblers for this yearâs Annual Conference. These 20 oz tumblers are double-walled with ceramic lining, include a lid, and feature the Lay Servant Ministries logo. Orders are prepaid ($20) and must be placed by May 27. All tumblers…
-

Discover Ways to Serve Joyfully at Annual Conference
Letâs Serve Joyfully together at Annual Conference 2026! Opportunities are available for clergy and laity to serve as ushers, greeters, stage crew, line marshals, altar guild, and more throughout the week as we help create a welcoming experience for all who attend. Special Offering This yearâs offering supports The Endowment Fund for Theological Education. Your…
-

Order Your T-Shirt â Ministry Is Not a Spectator Sport!
In the United Methodist tradition, we affirm that all Christians are called to ministry. Lay Servant Ministries exists to equip laity for the roles to which they are called. As a visible way to celebrate that shared calling, your NC Conference Lay Servant Ministries team designed a t-shirt for this yearâs Annual Conference. Orders are…

