As we continue to “right-size” in the North Carolina Conference, Bishop Shelton announces a Cabinet transition, effective January 1, 2025.

Rev. Tara Lain, current Harbor District Superintendent, will become the District Superintendent of the Harbor (39 churches) and Sound (43 churches) Districts on January 1, 2025. Rev. Jon Strother, current Sound District Superintendent, will fully live into his retirement after the end of the year. 

“Forty-two years of ministry under appointment in the North Carolina Conference, Jon Strother served two tours on the cabinet under four different bishops. Jon has a tender heart of compassion, deep wisdom, and never-ending humor and authenticity. The North Carolina Conference is richer and more fruitful because of Jon’s servant leadership among us,” said Bishop Connie Mitchell Shelton, resident bishop of the North Carolina Conference. 

Thank you for your continued prayers as the North Carolina Conference moves into a vibrant and sustainable future for all 436 churches, making disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world. The North Carolina Conference extends gratitude to Rev. Jon Strother and Rev. Tara Lain for their faithfulness.