SRC 2025AC Guidebook by Frazer Church

FREE METHODIST CHURCH

June 5-7, 2025

Frazer Church Montgomery, AL

Welcome to Annual Conference!

Fulfilling the Great Commission as a Spirit-fueled movement multiplying disciples, leaders, and churches.

Then Jesus came to them and said, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.”

Matthew 28:18-20

Dr. Keith Cowart

Area Bishop

Keith.Cowart@fmcusa.org

Mike McAvoy Superintendent

M.McAvoy@srcfmc.com

Dr. Chris Montgomery Senior Pastor, Frazer Church cmontgomery@frazer.church

SOUTHEAST REGION CONFERENCE STAFF

Desire Guerrero Conference Administrator D.Guerrero@srcfmc.com

Marne McAvoy Administrative Assistant marne.mcavoy@srcfmc.com

Andy Haskins Director of Movement

A.Haskins@srcfmc.com

Tina Phillips Director of Finance, Legal & Property

T.Philllips@srcfmc.com

Rudy Marte Director of Multiplication

R.Marte@srcfmc.com

Denise Stephens SRC Registrar D.Stephens@srcfmc.com

THURSDAY

AC25 GUIDEBOOK SCHEDULE & AGENDA

8:00 AM — CHECK IN OPEN

• Adults check in at the Atrium

• Children check in at Gym

8:30 AM — SESSION 1

• Welcome

• Worship & Prayer

• Message - Presence — Supt Mike

10:00 AM — BREAK

10:15 AM — SESSION 2

• Setting of the bar

• MEGA Report — Crissa Letson

• Message - Lessons From The Global Church on the Presence — FM World Missions, Gerry Coates

• BOA Report — Andy Bunn

• Financial Reports — Tina Phillips

• Set Free Movement - Kevin Austin

12:00 PM — LUNCH | Wesley Hall

12:30 PM — BREAKOUTS

1:00 PM — Frazer Tour | Connection Point

5:00 PM — DINNER | Wesley Hall

5:30 PM — CHILDREN’S CHECK-IN

6:00 PM — SESSION 3

• Worship & Prayer

• Message - Breathe Breath — Supt Mike

• SRC Structure Changes

• Commission Regional Superintendents

8:00 PM — DISMISS/CHILDREN CHECKOUT

FRIDAY

8:00 AM — CHECK IN OPEN

• Adults check in at the Atrium

• Children check in at Gym

8:30 AM — SESSION 4

• Welcome

• Worship & Prayer

• Message - Divining Empowered Mission — Peyton Jones

• Setting of the bar

• Nominating Committee Report — Marie Fontus

• BOA Nominations for Nominating Committee — Jason Shawa

• Commission Regional MEG Team Leaders — Supt Mike

• Staff Recognitions — Supt Mike

10:00 AM — BREAK

10:15 AM — SESSION 5

• Setting of the bar

• FMC Presentation - Preparing The Way — Bishop Cowart

• Prayer

• Message - Manifestations of the Spirit – Supt Mike

• Prayer

12:00 PM — LUNCH | Wesley Hall

12:30 PM — BREAKOUTS

1:30 PM — MEET & GREET w/Regional Superintendents

5:00 PM — DINNER | Wesley Hall

5:30 PM — CHILDREN’S CHECK-IN

6:00 PM — SESSION 6

• Worship & Prayer

• Interview

• Message - Empowered To Witness – Supt Mike

• Prayer

8:00 PM — DISMISS/CHILDREN CHECKOUT

SATURDAY

8:30 AM — CHECK IN PRE-K CHILDREN

• Pre-K Children check in at Nursery

9:00 AM — SESSION 7

• Welcome

• Worship & Prayer

• Celebration of the Lord’s Work — Supt Mike

• Message — Bishop Cowart

• Ordination Ceremony

• Communion

• Reading of Appointments

• Consecration

12:00 PM — DISMISS/CHILDREN CHECKOUT

12:00 - 1:30 PM — Conference Luncheon Wesley Hall

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STANDING RULES AND PROCEDURES

1. Robert’s Rules of Order—The latest edition is the basis for parliamentary procedures.

2. Bar of the Conference—The bar of this virtual annual conference will be limited to those voting members who have preregistered by April 29, 2024.

3. Agenda—The printed agenda will serve as a guide of conference sittings.

4. Honorary Seats—Honorary seats are granted to the following persons when they are not already voting members of conference: (1) conference ministerial candidates [CMCS], (2) supply ministers (3) lay representatives of conference, (4) organized Free Methodist Fellowships, (5) persons reporting for conference boards or committees, (6) the assistant conference secretaries and the executive director of representatives of any conference or general church [i.e. World Ministries Center, Foundation, Colleges, etc.]

5. Assistant Secretaries—The Secretary is empowered to appoint Assistant Secretaries.

6. Tellers and Ballot Elections—Affirmation votes will happen in three ways: (1) the bishop will call for a show of hands of voting members; (2) voting members will fill out paper ballots; or (3) voting members will receive digital ballots that will be electronically tallied and reported out to the conference (persons unable to access the digital vote may be provided with paper ballots). Persons monitoring the voting results (“tellers”) will not be members of the Annual Conference. No votes shall be counted by persons outside the bar of conference.

7. Communications—All correspondence received by the Conference Secretary of the Annual Conference will be referred to the proper person, board of committee unless it has specific relevance to this Annual Conference Session.

8. Written Reports—The Chairman of each board or standing committee or a person designated by him/her, will prepare a written report, including recommendations, to be a part of the delegates packet (book of reports/Guidebook).

9. Ordering of Committees and Boards—The conference will have the same boards and committees as approved last year.

10. Minutes—The minutes of each sitting, including the last sitting, will be read by a Minutes Reading Committee of three, appointed by the Conference Secretary, for correction and/or approval. There will not be an oral reading.

11. Motions—All motions, resolutions and recommendations shall be submitted in writing (including via the Zoom Q&A function) to the Conference Secretary.

12. MEGA and Nominating Committee Report—The reports of the MEGA and Nominating Committee shall be approved at the appropriate time in the agenda. Positions to be filled by a ballot vote will be handled as specified in item 6 (above). Additional voting will be at the discretion of the Chair.

13. Ex-Officio Membership—The Conference Superintendent shall be ex-officio member of all conference boards and committees. He may appoint someone to represent and/or accompany him at any meeting.

14. Terms of Office—All newly elected board and committee members, team leaders or directors shall take office at the close of the Annual Conference.

15. Business Overlooked—All business overlooked by the Annual Conference session and routine business during the conference year shall be referred to the Executive Committee.

16. Fiscal Year—The fiscal year shall correspond to the calendar year.

17. Adjournment and Next Session—We adjourn to meet at the call of the Chair. The conference Superintendent and the Presiding Bishop will determine the date for the next annual conference.

SRC LEADERSHIP OVERVIEW

SRC MINISTERIAL EDUCATION, GUIDANCE & APPOINTMENTS (MEGA) BOARD

The Ministerial Education, Guidance & Appointments (MEGA) Board’s objectives are to produce clearly defined and regularly refined systems and properly equipped MEG Team members and mentors to facilitate effective leadership development for gift-based service and outcome-based ordination.

Clergy members on the MEGA Board are Regional MEG Team Leaders. Lay members on the MEGA Board come from those nominated to serve as Regional MEG Team Members.

The MEGA Board’s responsibilities include:

1. Oversee the development, operations, and refinement of the MEG System.

Oversee, develop, and refine the process of screening, developing, and equipping those sensing a call to ministry leadership (ordained or deacon). (BOD, 5230.E, G)

2. Oversee Regional MEG Teams and Mentors:

Develop and oversee the training and resourcing of MEG members and Mentors.

Oversee the reporting and record-keeping of the MEG work being done by the MEG Teams. Provide guidance and counsel to those presently serving on the MEG Teams. (BOD 5230.H)

3. Oversee Clergy Care System.

4. Assist Regional MEG Teams in processing especially difficult situations with clergy or aspiring clergy candidates.

5. Provide a report with recommendations to the Bishop/Annual Conference regarding the candidate’s progress, remediation, status, and appointment. (BOD 5230.F)

6. Provide feedback to the denomination on ways to improve our MEG system and operations.

SRC REGIONAL MINISTERIAL EDUCATION & GUIDANCE (MEG) TEAMS

The objective of each Regional MEG Team is to oversee the aspiring ministry leaders in their development progress and process with them their spiritual health, sense of calling, gifting/grace, and leadership vision and practices to confirm they are properly equipped for effective ministry leadership and longevity operating in a network of accountability and encouragement.

Each Regional MEG Team has a clergy Regional MEG Team Leader. This clergy MEG Team Leader has a dual role of being a clergy representative to the MEGA Board. A nomination to serve as Regional MEG Team Leader is a nomination to serve on the MEGA Board.

The MEG Teams’ responsibilities are:

1. Oversee the screening of all new candidates for the ordination process, their developmental journey toward ordination, and the processing of ministry calling and vision beyond ordination. It is vital to watch and mentor for alignment with FMC & SRC PVMVs (BOD 5230.E, G). This requires prayerful discernment, as not every passionate person is called.

2. Provide accountability, guidance/counsel, and encouragement to those presently serving in ordained leadership and those walking through restoration (BOD 5230.H) in alignment with FMC & SRC PVMVs. This requires prayerful discernment, as not every sorry person is repentant.

LEADERSHIP OVERVIEW,

3. Process Elder transfers through the FMC & SRC PVMVs. This requires discernment that there is a PVMV match with the candidate and that their motive in joining is missionally driven with a contributive, not a consumer, mindset.

4. Process disciplinary situations through the FMC & SRC PVMVs. Processing disciplinary issues will require following proper procedures and consistent, clear, and accurate reporting.

5. Provide a report with recommendations to the MEGA Board regarding each candidate’s processes, remediation, status, and appointment. (BOD 5230.F)

SRC NOMINATING COMMITTEE (NOM COM)

The purpose of the Nominating Committee is to identify candidates with the gifts and alignment with the FMC & SRC PVMV to serve in specific roles of conference leadership (e.g., MEGA Board, Regional MEG Teams, BOA, and General Conference Delegates).

SRC BOARD OF ADMINISTRATION (BOA)

The SRC BOA oversees the property and annual budget of the annual conference. The SRC budget is used to support a conference superintendent, the FMC-USA equal participation plan (EPP), SRC Conference ministries, and, when needed, to assist local congregations with financial and legal issues.

The BOA’s objective is to ensure conference operations that are ethical, effective, and efficient in fulfilling the FMC & SRC PVMVs to the glory of God.

The responsibilities of the BOA are to provide guidance to the Superintendent and Conference for operations that are ethical, effective, and efficient, and in alignment with the fulfillment of the FMC and SRC PVMV and compliance with denominational and government standards and requirements:

1. Accountability for Superintendent and Conference operations to be in alignment with FMC and SRC PVMV, FMC Book of Discipline, and legal and effective practices.

2. Accountability for resources and operations.

3. Advice, counsel, expertise, oversight, and service in strategic planning, operations, financial, legal, and property issues, and resource management.

SRC SUPERINTENDENTS LEADERSHIP TEAM (SLT)

The SLT is composed of the superintendent and all regional superintendents. Regional Superintendents share in superintendent spiritual, administrative, and leadership responsibilities, assisting in the oversight, encouragement, support, and accountability of leaders and churches to the fulfillment of the SRCFMC PVMV and ethical operations.

SRC STAFF

The SRC Staff handles the day-to-day operations of the conference in the areas of administration, support, and services to local churches and leadership, and the conference operations are oriented toward fulfilling the SRC-FMC PVMVs.

Explanations of MEGA, Regional MEG Teams, Nominating Committee, BOA and FLAP

SRC MINISTERIAL EDUCATION, GUIDANCE and APPOINTEMENTS (MEGA) BOARD

This Ministerial Education, Guidance & Appointments (MEGA) Board’s objectives are to produce clearly defined and regularly refined systems and properly equipped MEG Team members and mentors to facilitate effective leadership development for gift-based service and outcome-based ordination.

The MEGA Board’s responsibilities include:

1. Oversee development, operations, and refinement of the MEG System.

Oversee, develop, and refine the process of screening, developing and equipping those sensing a call to ministry leadership (ordained or deacon). (BOD, 5230.E, G)

2. Oversee Regional MEG Teams and Mentors:

Develop and oversee training and resourcing of MEG members and Mentors. Oversee the reporting and record keeping of the MEG work being done by the MEG Teams. Provide guidance and counsel to those presently serving on the MEG Teams. (BOD 5230.H)

3. Provide a report with recommendations to the Bishop/Annual Conference regarding the candidate’s progress, remediation, status, and appointment. (BOD 5230.F)

4. Provide feedback to the denomination on ways to improve our MEG system and operations.

SRC REGIONAL MINISTERIAL EDUCATION & GUIDANCE (MEG) TEAMS

The objective of each Regional MEG Team is to produce ministry leaders who are operating in areas of calling, gifting, and grace who are equipped for effective ministry leadership and longevity operating in a network of accountability and encouragement. The MEG Teams’ responsibilities are:

1. Engage in the process of screening, developing and equipping those sensing a call to ministry leadership (ordained or deacon), watching and mentoring for alignment with FMC & SRC PVMVs (BOD 5230.E, G). This requires prayerful discernment as not every passionate person is called.

4. Process disciplinary situations through the FMC & SRC PVMVs. Processing disciplinary issues will require following proper procedures and consistent, clear, and accurate reporting.

5. Provide a report with recommendations to the MEGA Board regarding the candidate’s processes, remediation, status, and appointment. (BOD 5230.F)

SRC MINISTERIAL EDUCATION, GUIDANCE and APPOINTEMENTS (MEGA) BOARD

The MEGA Board’s responsibilities include:

1. Oversee development, operations, and refinement of the MEG System. Oversee, develop, and refine the process of screening, developing and equipping those sensing a call to ministry leadership (ordained or deacon). (BOD, 5230.E, G)

2. Oversee Regional MEG Teams and Mentors:

3. Provide a report with recommendations to the Bishop/Annual Conference regarding the candidate’s progress, remediation, status, and appointment. (BOD 5230.F)

4. Provide feedback to the denomination on ways to improve our MEG system and operations.

SRC REGIONAL MINISTERIAL EDUCATION & GUIDANCE (MEG) TEAMS

4. Process disciplinary situations through the FMC & SRC PVMVs. Processing disciplinary issues will require following proper procedures and consistent, clear, and accurate reporting.

5. Provide a report with recommendations to the MEGA Board regarding the candidate’s processes, remediation, status, and appointment. (BOD 5230.F)

SRC NOMINATING COMMITTEE

SRC BOARD OF ADMINISTRATION (BOA)

Local Church BOA: Each local church considered a “Society” has a local BOA composed of the senior pastor and 5–11 ministry leaders as determined by the society. In consultation with the Superintendent, the society may choose other structures and titles to reflect their core values and desired outcomes. It is recommended that no member, except the pastor, serve more than 6 consecutive years. See the Book of Discipline paragraph 6300 for more details.

The Board of Administration’s (BOA) objective is conference operations that are ethical, effective, and efficient in fulfilling the FMC & SRC PVMVs to the glory of God.

The responsibilities of the BOA are to provide the following to the Superintendent and Conference operations for ethical, effective, and efficient operations in alignment and for the fulfillment of the FMC and SRC PVMV and compliance with denominational and government standards and requirements:

1. Accountability for Superintendent and Conference operations to be in alignment with FMC and SRC PVMV, FMC Book of Discipline, and legal and effective practices.

2. Accountability for resources and operations.

3. Advice, counsel, expertise, oversight, and service in strategic planning, operations, financial, legal and property issues, and resource management.

The Role of the Annual Conference Delegate (FMCNA, 2004)

1. Delegates are elected by the local church at the annual society meeting (in January) and serve for the calendar year (6 months before conference and 6 months after conference).

2. Delegates represent the society (local church) at the annual conference. They serve as members of the conference only when they are seated, and the conference is in session.

3. Delegates serve as a liaison between the local church and the conference.

4. Delegates reflect both the society and their own personal views in their discussions at conference, and act on behalf of the good of the conference.

5. Delegates are expected to report significant actions of the conference to their local church. Reports may be to the congregation, official board, society, etc.

6. The delegate (or at least one of the delegates) serves on the local board of administration and the pastors cabinet of the church.

7. Delegates ensure that pastoral care is provided for the pastor and family by:

a. appropriately welcoming a new pastor and family

b. inquiring as to whether family and ministry needs are being met

c. coordinating expressions of love and appreciation during pastor appreciation month (October), at Christmas time and other occasions

d. consulting with the pastors cabinet and superintendent in recommending a sabbatical leave for study and/ or physical, emotional and spiritual renewal

e. ensuring that the cost of family camp, the annual conference, pastors and spouses retreat, etc. are provided for by the church, if at all possible

f. serving as a loyal friend to the pastor—providing encouragement, prayer and counsel

g. appropriately thanking the pastor when a pastor is transitioning out of the church

8. Delegates serve as spiritual leaders in the church and as a liaison from the pastor to the congregation and the congregation to the pastor, all through the pastors cabinet.

9. Delegates serve as spiritual leaders in the conference by:

a. praying for the conference superintendent and staff

b. completing the Superintendent Nominating Committee Survey, re: conference priorities, leadership selection and superintendent nomination when a superintendent is being nominated

c. encouraging their church to keep current in their conference financial support commitments

d. seeking counsel of the pastors cabinet (after speaking with the pastor and before approaching the superintendent) if there is a perceived need for a pastoral change

10. Delegates take part in the superintendent nomination process by completing the Superintendent’s Nominating Committee Survey regarding conference priorities and identifying potential superintendents.

11. Delegates enjoy the privilege of seeing, first hand, the broader division and ministries of the conference and, in turn, endeavor to share this with the local church.

12. Please submit your delegate credential form in a timely manner (as directed by the conference), or be prepared to fill out a credential form upon arrival at annual conference.

13. As a delegate, you are to participate in the Annual Conference.

14. You are encouraged to attend Regional Training Events with your pastor.

15. If an issue arises that would benefit from additional assistance, you are encouraged to contact your Clergy Coach or Regional Director.

Southeast Region Conference (SRC)

Purpose, Vision, Mission and Values

(PVMV)

Southeast Region Conference (SRC) PVMV

The Southeast Region Conference (SRC), churches, and leadership will be directed and evaluated based on the following PVMV statements, FM Way and Mission Measures, and the Extreme Ownership Leadership Paradigm.

Purpose: The SRC exists to effectively advance the Kingdom of Jesus Christ through disciples, leaders, churches, and networks. (Matt 24:14; Matt 28:18-20; Mk 16:15-18)

Vision: The SRC vision is to be a Spirit-fueled movement of godly, obedient, and reproducing disciples, leaders, and churches on redemptive mission to every community in the conference and beyond. (Mt 28:19; Is 61:1-4; Jn 20:21; 2Tim 2:2-4 )

Mission: The SRC mission is to L.E.A.D. leaders and churches. (Mk 12:30-31; Eph 4:11-12; Acts 13:1-3)

LOVE one another through connection, conversation, relationships, and service. EQUIP through resourcing, training, and development opportunities. ACCOUNTABILITY for a healthy relationship with God, family, self, and work. DEPLOY leaders to communities (faith communities & geographical communities).

Values:

1. Obedience: We believe our highest loyalty is to the Lord Jesus Christ proven by unwavering obedience to the authority of Scripture and the ministry of the Holy Spirit. (Ps 18:30; 119:89, 160; Is 40:8; Mk 13:31; Jn 6:68; 17:17; Heb 4:12; Col. 4:2; 1Thess 5:17; 1Cor. 12:1-7, 11; 14:26; Jn 1:14; 1Cor 13:1-8; 16:13-14; Eph 4:15, 5:1-2; 2Tim 2:3-4; 1Jn 3:18)

2. Extreme Ownership: We believe people are to take full responsibility for their life and work, being demonstrated by ownership and repentance not excuse making. (Gen 3:11-13; 4:6-7; Deut 30:19; Jos 24:15; Neh 10:32; Prov 1:29; 8:10; Matt 3:8; 4:17; Jn 7:17; Acts 26:20; Rom 1:20; 2Cor 7:10; Jms 4:4-10; 1Pet 2:18; 4:2-3; 1Jn 1:9)

3. Spirit-Filled: We believe the Holy Spirit empowers God’s people to do the works of Jesus and confirm His Word. (Mk 16:15-20; Acts 1:4-8; 1Cor 12:1-11)

4. Leadership: We believe God raises up ever-learning servant leaders with the authority and responsibility to develop, oversee, and release people, teams, systems, and strategies to effectively engage in mission. (Rom 12:3-8; Eph 4:11-16; 1Pet 4:7-11)

5. Fruitfulness: We believe God has a high expectation of multiplication of disciples, leaders and churches by all possible means short of sin. (Matt 7:19; 25:14-30; 28:18-20; Lk 13:6-9; Jn 15:1-8; Rom 7:4; Col 1:10)

6. Community: We believe that Christianity is personal but not private, that we are to live and work in accountable relationships and teams. (Ecc. 4:9-12; Mk 12:30-31; Jn 15:9-12; 1Jn 3:10; 5:2-3; Acts 2:42-47; 4:32-35; 5:42; Rom 12:10-16; 2Tim 3:16-17; 4:2; Heb 10:24-25)

ON LEADERSHIP

- Leadership is influence

- Everything rises and falls on leadership (Leadership is the single most important natural factor)

- The only two descriptions of leadership that matter are effective and ineffective

- Never Lead Alone – Leaders lead people and reproduce themselves.

ON LEADING YOURSELF

- Extreme Ownership

- No Bad Team, Only Bad Leaders

- Believe

- Check The Ego

ON LEADING OTHERS

- Cover And Move

- Simple

- Prioritize And Execute

- Decentralized Command

ON SUSTAINING VICTORY

- Plan

- Leading Up and Down the Chain of Command

- Decisiveness Amidst Uncertainty

- The Dichotomy of Leadership – Discipline Equals Freedom

Conferencia de la Region Sureste

Propósito, Visión, Misión y Valores (PVMV)

Conferencia de la Región Sudeste (SRC) PVMV

La Conferencia de la Región Sudeste (SRC), sus iglesias y su liderazgo serán dirigidos y evaluados con base en las siguientes declaraciones de la PVMV, el Camino FM y las Medidas de Misión, y el Paradigma de Liderazgo de Propietario Extremo.

Propósito: La SRC existe para promover eficazmente el Reino de Jesucristo a través de discípulos, líderes, iglesias y redes. (Mateo 24:14; Mateo 28:18-20; Marcos 16:15-18)

Visión: La visión de la SRC es ser un movimiento impulsado por el Espíritu de discípulos, líderes e iglesias piadosos, obedientes y en crecimiento, con una misión redentora para cada comunidad de la conferencia y más allá. (Mt 28:19; Is 61:1-4; Jn 20:21; 2Tim 2:2-4)

Misión: La misión de SRC es LIDERAR líderes e iglesias. (Mc 12:30-31; Ef 4:11-12; Hch 13:1-3)

AMARNOS unos a otros mediante la conexión, la conversación, las relaciones y el servicio.

EQUIPARNOS mediante recursos, capacitación y oportunidades de desarrollo.

RESPONSABILIDAD por una relación sana con Dios, la familia, uno mismo y el trabajo. DESPLAZAR líderes en las comunidades (comunidades religiosas y comunidades geográficas).

Valores:

1. Obediencia: Creemos que nuestra mayor lealtad es al Señor Jesucristo, demostrada por una obediencia inquebrantable a la autoridad de las Escrituras y al ministerio del Espíritu Santo. (Sal 18:30; 119:89, 160; Is 40:8; Mc 13:31; Jn 6:68; 17:17; Heb 4:12; Col 4:2; 1 Tes 5:17; 1 Cor 12:1-7, 11; 14:26; Jn 1:14; 1 Cor 13:1-8; 16:13-14; Ef 4:15, 5:1-2; 2 Tim 2:3-4; 1 Jn 3:18)

2. Responsabilidad Extrema: Creemos que las personas deben asumir plena responsabilidad por su vida y su trabajo, demostrándose mediante la responsabilidad y el arrepentimiento, no buscando excusas. (Gén 3:11-13; 4:67; Dt 30:19; Jos 24:15; Neh 10:32; Prov 1:29; 8:10; Mt 3:8; 4:17; Jn 7:17; Hch 26:20; Ro 1:20; 2 Cor 7:10; Stg 4:4-10; 1 P 2:18; 4:2-3; 1 Jn 1:9)

3. Llenos del Espíritu Santo: Creemos que el Espíritu Santo capacita al pueblo de Dios para hacer las obras de Jesús y confirmar su Palabra. (Mc 16:15-20; Hch 1:4-8; 1Co 12:1-11)

4. Liderazgo: Creemos que Dios forma líderes siervos en constante aprendizaje, con la autoridad y la responsabilidad de desarrollar, supervisar y dirigir personas, equipos, sistemas y estrategias para participar eficazmente en la misión. (Rom 12:3-8; Ef 4:11-16; 1P 4:7-11)

5. Fructuosidad: Creemos que Dios tiene una gran expectativa de multiplicación de discípulos, líderes e iglesias por todos los medios posibles, excepto por el pecado. (Mt 7:19; 25:14-30; 28:18-20; Lc 13:6-9; Jn 15:1-8; Rom 7:4; Col 1:10)

6. Comunidad: Creemos que el cristianismo es personal, pero no privado, y que debemos vivir y trabajar en relaciones y equipos responsables. (Ecl. 4:9-12; Mc. 12:30-31; Jn. 15:9-12; 1 Jn. 3:10; 5:2-3; Hch. 2:42-47; 4:3235; 5:42; Rom. 12:10-16; 2Tim. 3:16-17; 4:2; Heb. 10:24-25)

SOBRE LIDERAZGO

- El liderazgo es influencia

- Todo surge y todo se derrumba gracias al liderazgo (el liderazgo es el factor natural más importante).

- Las únicas dos descripciones del liderazgo que importan son la eficacia y la ineficacia.

- Nunca lideres solo: los líderes lideran a las personas y se reproducen a sí mismos.

SOBRE LIDERARTE A TI MISMO

- Responsabilidad extrema

- No hay malos equipos, solo malos líderes

- Creer

- Controlar el ego

SOBRE LIDERAR A OTROS

- Cubrir y moverse

- Simple

- Priorizar y ejecutar

- Mando descentralizado

SOBRE MANTENER LA VICTORIA

- Planificar

- Liderar a lo largo de la cadena de mando

- Decisión en medio de la incertidumbre

- La dicotomía del liderazgo: Disciplina es igual a libertad

Bienvenue à la Conférence de la Région Sud-Est (CRS) de l’Église Méthodiste Libre (EML)

Conférence de la Région Sud-Est (CRS) PVMV

La Conférence de la Région Sud-Est (CRS), les églises et les dirigeants seront dirigés et évalués selon les déclarations de la CRSV, les mesures de la Voie et de la Mission FM et le paradigme du leadership d’appropriation extrême.

Objectif: La CRS a pour mission de faire progresser efficacement le Royaume de Jésus-Christ par l’intermédiaire de disciples, de dirigeants, d’églises et de réseaux. (Matthieu 24:14 ; Matthieu 28:18-20 ; Marc 16:15-18)

Vision: La CRS a pour vision d’être un mouvement, animé par l’Esprit, de disciples, de dirigeants et d’églises pieux, obéissants et en voie de reproduction, en mission rédemptrice pour chaque communauté de la conférence et au-delà. (Mt 28:19 ; Is 61:1-4 ; Jn 20:21 ; 2Tim 2:2-4)

Mission: La mission du SRC est de DIRIGER les dirigeants et les Églises. (Mc 12:30-31 ; Éph 4:11-12 ; Actes 13:1-3)

S’AIMER les uns les autres par le lien, le dialogue, les relations et le service.

S’ÉQUIPER par des ressources, des formations et des opportunités de développement.

ÊTRE RESPONSABLE d’une relation saine avec Dieu, sa famille, soi-même et son travail.

DÉPLOYER des dirigeants au sein des communautés (communautés religieuses et communautés géographiques).

Valeurs:

1. Obéissance: Nous croyons que notre plus grande loyauté va au Seigneur Jésus-Christ, prouvée par une obéissance indéfectible à l’autorité des Écritures et au ministère du Saint-Esprit. (Ps 18:30 ; 119:89, 160 ; Is 40:8 ; Mc 13:31 ; Jn 6:68 ; 17:17 ; He 4:12 ; Col 4:2 ; 1Th 5:17 ; 1Cor 12:1-7, 11 ; 14:26 ; Jn 1:14 ; 1Cor 13:1-8 ; 16:1314 ; Ep 4:15, 5:1-2 ; 2Tim 2:3-4 ; 1Jn 3:18)

2. Responsabilité absolue: Nous croyons que chacun doit assumer pleinement la responsabilité de sa vie et de son travail, ce qui se manifeste par la responsabilisation et le repentir, et non par la recherche d’excuses. (Gn 3:1113 ; 4:6-7 ; Dt 30:19 ; Jos 24:15 ; Néh 10:32 ; Pr 1:29 ; 8:10 ; Mt 3:8 ; 4:17 ; Jn 7:17 ; Ac 26:20 ; Rm 1:20 ; 2 Co 7:10 ; Jc 4:4-10 ; 1 Pi 2:18 ; 4:2-3 ; 1 Jn 1:9)

3. Remplis de l’Esprit: Nous croyons que le Saint-Esprit donne au peuple de Dieu la puissance d’accomplir l’œuvre de Jésus et de confirmer sa Parole. (Mc 16, 15-20 ; Actes 1, 4-8 ; 1 Co 12, 1-11)

4. Leadership: Nous croyons que Dieu suscite des leaders serviteurs en perpétuelle formation, dotés de l’autorité et de la responsabilité de former, de superviser et de former des personnes, des équipes, des systèmes et des stratégies pour un engagement efficace dans la mission. (Rom 12, 3-8 ; Éph 4, 11-16 ; 1 Pi 4, 7-11)

5. Fécondité: Nous croyons que Dieu attend beaucoup de la multiplication des disciples, des dirigeants et des Églises par tous les moyens possibles, sauf le péché. (Mt 7, 19 ; 25, 14-30 ; 28, 18-20 ; Lc 13, 6-9 ; Jn 15, 1-8 ; Rom 7, 4 ; Col 1, 10)

6. Communauté: Nous croyons que le christianisme est personnel, mais non privé, et que nous devons vivre et travailler dans des relations et des équipes responsables. (Ecclésiaste 4:9-12 ; Marc 12:30-31 ; Jn 15:9-12 ; 1Jn 3:10 ; 5:2-3 ; Ac 2:42-47 ; 4:32-35 ; 5:42 ; Rom 12:10-16 ; 2Tim 3:16-17 ; 4:2 ; Hébreux 10:24-25)

À PROPOS DU LEADERSHIP

- Le leadership est une influence

- Tout repose sur le leadership (le leadership est le facteur naturel le plus important).

- Les deux seules descriptions du leadership qui comptent sont l’efficacité et l’inefficacité.

- Ne jamais diriger seul – Les leaders dirigent les autres et se reproduisent.

À PROPOS DE SE DIRIGER SOI-MÊME

- Responsabilité extrême

- Pas de mauvaise équipe, seulement de mauvais leaders

- Croire

- Surmonter son ego

À PROPOS DE DIRIGER LES AUTRES

- Couvrir et se déplacer

- Simple

- Prioriser et exécuter

- Commandement décentralisé

À PROPOS DE LA VICTOIRE PÉRENNE

- Planifier

- Diriger de haut en bas de la chaîne de commandement

- Esprit de décision dans l’incertitude

- La dichotomie du leadership – Discipline égale liberté

free methodist vision frame

Mission

To bring wholeness to the world by loving God, loving people, and multiplying followers of Jesus.

Values

The character with which we do everything.

• Life-Giving Holiness

• Love-Driven Justice

• Christ-Compelled Multiplication

• Cross-Cultural Collaboration

Values

Mission Measures

We envision a Spirit-fueled movement that catalyzes the multiplication of disciples, leaders, and churches.

• God-Given Revelation Strategy

Mission Measures

When we are successful at the mission.

• Spirit Aliveness

• Evangelistic Disciple-Making Plan

• Leadership Pipeline

• Multiplication Step

Strategy

The pattern of encouraging churches. How we’ll do it.

Mission Measures Expanded

(When We Are Successful at the Mission)

Spirit Aliveness

Because we want to see a Spirit-fueled movement within the FMCUSA, we start by seeking God’s presence together and devoting ourselves to prevailing prayer with the expectation that we will see evidence of God’s work among us.

1. We have an observable passion for God’s presence when our congregation gathers. (1-10)

2. We intentionally cultivate a commitment to prayer for one another, our community, and the world. (1-10)

3. We regularly see God’s supernatural work moving in and through our congregation (conversions, restored marriages, healings, other miracles, impact in our community, etc.). (1-10)

4. We are consistently seeking the Spirit’s leading to those whose hearts are prepared to receive the gospel. (1-10)

5. We demonstrate Spirit-empowered love by living in ways that reflect God’s heart for the lost, the poor, the broken, and the marginalized. (1-10)

Evangelistic Disciple-Making Plan

Because we believe evangelism and discipleship are essential to the mission of the church, every congregation will develop a clear plan for reaching the lost and ensuring that every believer is an obedient follower of Jesus who disciples others.

1. Our pastors and/or staff personally teach and model that sharing the Gospel with others is essential to being a disciple. (1-10)

2. We are confident in the effectiveness of our current evangelism and discipleship plan. (1-10)

3. We regularly celebrate conversions and baptisms in public worship. (1-10)

4. Our people’s lives give evidence of a commitment to life-giving holiness, lovedriven justice, Christ-compelled multiplication, cross-cultural collaboration, and God-given revelation. (1-10)

5. We regularly engage in partnership to make disciples of all ethnicities by reaching beyond our immediate community to the ends of the earth. (1-10)

Leadership Pipeline

Because leadership is essential to the long-term impact of any spiritual movement, we invest deeply in the development of both lay and pastoral leaders with the expectation that we will have both the quality and quantity of leaders to meet the needs of a growing movement.

1. We are confident in our church’s strategy for developing lay leaders. (1-10)

2. Our pastors and/or staff are investing in their own growth in leadership development. (1-10)

3. We have persons in our congregation who are currently engaged in the path to ordination. (LMC/CMC) (1-10)

4. Our church is committed to intentionally seeking out, serving and raising up the next generation. (1-10)

5. We are cultivating leaders who embrace our unique identity by valuing and practicing the Free Methodist Way. (1-10)

Multiplication Step

Because multiplication is an indicator of missional health, we challenge every church to take the next step toward a more fruitful ministry with the expectation that we will see new ministries launched and churches planted.

1. Our leadership is actively pursuing our next breakthrough as a church. (1-10)

2. We are sowing resources, including people, time and money, into our local community and beyond. (1-10)

3. Lay people are encouraged to start new ministries that support the mission of the church. (1-10)

4. We actively identify the next person we want to send to multiply leadership in ministry. (1-10)

5. We are developing or implementing a church planting strategy. (1-10)

SOUTHEAST REGION CONFERENCE STRUCTURE

2025 REPORT of the Ministerial Education, Guidance and Appointments (MEGA) BOARD

2025 SRC REPORT OF THE MINISTERIAL EDUCATION, GUIDANCE and APPOINTMENTS BOARD

To the SOUTHEAST REGION Annual Conference

Mr. Chairman, the Ministerial Education and Guidance Board recommends:

1. That the following persons be received by transfer:

Luner Etienne (E), from the Haitian FMC

Heidi Zorrilla de González (CMC), from the Venezuela FMC

Susanna F. González (CMC), from the Dominican Republic FMC

Janier Mirabal del Rio (CMC), from the Venezuela FMC

John A. Walker (E), from the United Methodist Church

2. That the following persons be received as a conference ministerial candidate:

Darrin A. Brewington

Marc R. Germeille

Heidi Zorrilla de González

Susanna F. González

Janier Mirabal del Rio

Daniel S. Skinner

3. That the following persons be continued as conference ministerial candidates:

Kaedon M. Back (03)

Noah D. Barfield (06)

Will J. Borin (06)

Joseph M. Call (02)

Andrew M. Cowart (02)

Bryan A. Donaldson (06)

Meghan R. Gross (05)

Michael K. Gross (02)

Marcela Mendoza (04)

Harry Nieves (03)

Robert E. Ortiz (04)

D. Denise Peña (05)

Francisco J. Rivera (04)

Milhani C. Sleiman (02)

David S. Wisener (03)

4. That the following persons be discontinued as conference ministerial candidates:

Denise W. Stephens (CMC), withdrew of own initiative

Annette J Winston (CMC), withdrew of own initiative to pursue Deacon status at local church

5. That the following persons be re-instated as conference ministerial candidates:

Tracey Colon Baker

Suzanne A. Williams

6. That the following persons be received as new Licensed Pastors:

Ray Curto (01)

Victor M. Gray (01)

Steven Holloway (01)

7. That the following persons be received as continuing Licensed Pastors:

2025 REPORT of the Ministerial Education, Guidance and Appointments (MEGA) BOARD

L. Beau Edwards (06)

Nelson Ortiz Gonzalez (02)

Daniel R. Guthery (03)

Jennifer L. Kerouac (02)

8. That the following persons be discontinued as Licensed Pastors:

Jarod R. Andrews

Daniel R. Guthery is under review

DJ McPhail

David S. Wisener is continuing CMC work toward ordination

9. That the following persons be admitted into full membership and ordained elder:

Gloria A. Irizarry

Linda P. Merritt

John A. Walker

William E. Vaden

10. That the following persons be given a certificate of standing:

Manuel A. Alamo (E), to the North Central Conference

Pamela Bruns (E), to the Global Methodist Church

Steven Bruns (E), to the New South Conference

Timothy J. Cheux (E), to the Acts 12:24 Conference

Bradley A, Goode (LP), to the Reach Conference

Ada L. Hernandez (E), to the Church of God (Cleveland)

Jose C. Hernandez, Jr (E), to the Church of God (Cleveland)

Daniel Jaquez (E), to the North Michigan Conference

Indhira Jaquez (E), to the North Michigan Conference

Scott D. Lees (LP), to the Reach Conference

11 That the following persons transfer is completed:

Manuel A. Alamo (E), to the North Central Conference

Bradley A, Goode (LP), to the Reach Conference

Daniel Jaquez (E), to the North Michigan Conference

Indhira Jaquez (E), to the North Michigan Conference

Scott D. Lees (LP), to the Reach Conference

Michael K. Long (E), to the United Kingdom Conference, after AC24 action

Jason E. Roberts (E), to the Central Region Conference, after AC24 action

12. That the following persons continue to be located: (none)

13. The ministerial education and guidance board has reviewed and affirmed the character of the located elder: (none)

14. That the following persons retired:

Gregory D. Kannon (E)

15 That the following person has withdrawn from the conference and denomination: (none)

2025 REPORT of the Ministerial Education, Guidance and Appointments (MEGA) BOARD

16. That the following person has requested that his elder’s credentials be placed on deposit: (none)

17. The ministerial education and guidance board has considered the character and performance of all ordained ministers, and affirms the integrity and Christian discipleship of all ministerial members of the conference with the exception of: (none)

NEW AND TRANSFER CMC CANDIDATES

Darrin Brewington is the Worship Pastor at Newnan City Church and is also seeking ordination through the Free Methodist Church. He graduated from 10,000 Fathers Worship School in 2018 and is passionate about facilitating a space where people can come into genuine encounter with Jesus through the Holy Spirit. He also aims to equip and empower the next generation to not only lead dynamically, but also lead with integrity through songwriting and discipleship. Darrin is married to his wife, Ashley, who is a registered nurse and serves at City of Hope formerly known as the Cancer Treatment Center of America in Newnan, Ga. They also welcomed their newborn baby girl, Nayeli.

Marc Ryllio Germeille I’m a dedicated family man with nearly 20 years of marriage to my wonderful wife, Marie Adeline Germeille Philistin. Together, we’re raising two incredible children, Ryan Marc Germeille, who is 17, and Salomon Marc Germeille, who is 6. My career has taken me through over a decade in production leadership, with roles at Argos and Titan America, where I’ve developed strong skills in team management and operational excellence. My early work as an Oracle Database Administrator, along with my Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification, reflects my commitment to improving processes and achieving results. On my spiritual journey, I’m an active member of the Free Methodist Church and currently exploring ministry. My faith shapes how I live and work, inspiring me to lead with empathy, integrity, and a sense of service. Balancing my professional life with my commitment to family and faith, I strive to make a positive impact on those around me each day.

Heidi Zorrillia Gonzalez I am a transferring CMC from the Venezuela FMC. I was born in a Catholic home and from an early age my parents took us to church to receive Christian education, so we learned about the existence of God, but without having a relationship with Him. We only attended on special occasions. As an adult, I graduated as a lawyer. At the age of 28 after adult-life struggles, I felt the need to learn more about the Bible. A friend told me Bible stories that I had never heard. Every day I was drawn to the songs and to learn even more about the Bible. In those days my uncle, Presbyter Manuel Guevara, invited us to a camp organized by the Free Methodist Church, it was there where I had my first encounter with God and since then wonderful things began to happen to me.

NEW AND TRANSFER CMC CANDIDATES

My name is Susana Frometa González. I was born in October 1993 near Havana, Cuba. I am a transferring CMC from the Dominican Republic FMC. That year, my parents began to pastor the First Pentecostal Church of Cuba. In 1996 we moved to Havana where we had contact with pastor and missionary Jorge Gómez of the FMC of Costa Rica. A year later, my parents obeyed God’s call and founded the first Free Methodist Church in Havana, under the cover of missionary Jorge Gomez and later of the Dominican Republic Conference and Bishop Theodoro Reynoso. I gave my life to Christ at the age of 5 guided by my father, and I was formed in Wesleyan doctrine and CME. In 2008 my father was elected Superintendent of the FMC in Cuba, a position he continues to exercise today. I was baptized at the age of 15 and in 2012 I began to study at the Dominican Theological Seminary from Cuba, I graduated from the Bachelor’s Seminary in Theology in October 2016. In November 2019 to Janier Mirabal del Río. In June 2023 we emigrate to the United States, and we settled in Orlando, Florida. We began attending and joined the 1st FMC in Orlando with Pastor Juan Diógenes Grullón. In September 2024 we had to move from Orlando to Bradenton and are currently in the process of transferring to CLS Brandon with Pastor Sergio Peralta.

My name is Janier Mirabal del Rio. I was born in January 1992, in the city of Bayamo, Cuba. I am a transferring CMC from the Venezuela FMC. When I was 4 years old my family moved to Ojo de Agua, Las Tunas and were converted to the Lord through the ministry of Pastor Octaviano Velázquez de La Tunas, the Superintendent of FMC in Cuba. In 2005, my parents began shepherding at a mission called La Posta with the FMC. I was part of the worship ministry. In 2010 I decided to return to the FMC to the church of Ojo de Agua Las Tunas. In 2012 I began studying at the Dominican Free Methodist Theological Seminary from Cuba. I graduated with a Bachelor of Theology Seminary in October 2016. November 2019 married Susana Frometa Gonzalez, who was the National Secretary of Free Methodist Youth Ministry and daughter of Pastor Gabriel Frómeta Navarro, the Superintendent of the FMC in Cuba. In June 2023 we decided to emigrate to the United States, and settled in Orlando, Florida. On the recommendation of Bishop Cecilio, we began attending and became members of 1st FMC in Orlando with Pastor Juan Diógenes Grullón. In September 2024 we had to move from Orlando to Bradenton and are currently in the process of transferring to CLS Brandon with Pastor Sergio Peralta.

Daniel S. Skinner is originally from Upstate New York, where he met his wife, Kaitlyn. They have been married for 12 years and have 3 children: Trey, Dex, and Aurora. We got started in ministry in Franklinville, NY and have served in several churches since, even pastoring an FMC church in Salamanca, NY. We moved to Florida in 2020 right before COVID hit. I was previously part of the Genesis Conference. They are currently serving at Cornerstone Community Church in St Petersburg Fl, where Dan serves as the Worship Director and Kaitlyn is the Children’s Pastor.

NEW ELDERS

Gloria Irizarry is a pastor, spiritual counselor, and Candidate for Ministry (CMC) at MVMNT Church in Deltona, Florida. Along with her husband, Rev. César Irizarry, she serves the community with dedication, offering spiritual guidance and faith support. She is also the author of Warrior with Identity, a book dedicated to empowering women in their Christian journey. Gloria leads a digital ministry focused on women and children in Colombia, where she shares the message of the Gospel, helping to restore lives and strengthen faith. Her passion is to see people grow spiritually and live according to God’s purposes.

Linda P. Merritt: I am grateful for my spiritual heritage as a fourth generation Free Methodist. Before being called into the ordained ministry, I was a Licensed Practical Nurse for 20 years. At the age of 39, I became totally and permanently disabled from chronic pain. However, daily I realize that “disability” dedicated to the Lord becomes amazing “ability.” The Lord called me into the ordained ministry in 1992, and I am faithfully pursuing that calling. My husband of 26 years, Larry, and I have 5 living adult children and 1 son with the Lord. Blended families have given us 19 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren. Larry is a retired pastor and hospice chaplain. In 2022, I published my autobiography, BETRAYED! A True Story of Adult Clergy Sexual Abuse. From the ashes of my suffering, and ultimate triumph, I am unmistakably called, and blessed, to minister to other wounded and abused women. My life verse is Acts 20:24. As a senior citizen, I still know that God’s best for me is yet to come!

William E. Vaden serves as the pastor of Living Water Shoals, a vibrant church plant in the Florence, AL area. Born from a prayerful journey of faith, Living Water Shoals was established by a passionate group of former United Methodists who felt called to embrace the vision and mission of the Free Methodist Church. With a deep love for God and people, Will has been faithfully serving in pastoral ministry for eight years. Before stepping into his current role, he ministered as a youth and children’s pastor, sowing seeds of faith in the next generation. In addition to his pastoral work, Will pours into the lives of young minds as the Elementary Math Coach at Rogers Elementary School, where he combines his gift for teaching with his heart for serving the community. Will is blessed to share life and ministry with his wife April, who has been his steadfast partner in faith and love. Together, they are the proud parents of two incredible teenagers, Chris and Madison, who bring joy and inspiration to their lives. With a heart devoted to Christ, a passion for discipleship, and a commitment to seeing lives transformed, Will continues to lead Living Water Shoals as a beacon of hope and renewal in the Shoals community.

At Magnolia Manor, Dr. John A. Walker supervises 9 chaplains in the Pastoral Care Department. He sees his ministry at Magnolia Manor as a blessing and a true calling to work in ministry with God’s senior children. One of the new and exciting ministries that Dr. Walker leads at Magnolia Manor is Clinical Pastoral Education/Training. Magnolia Manor is currently in the process of becoming a teaching center for pastors, chaplains and lay persons. Dr. Walker is leading this effort to become a teaching center. Dr. Walker’s pastoral passion is to help people realize their full potential as a follower of Jesus Christ and a member of the body of Christ The Walkers currently live in their home in Warner Robins, Georgia. The Walkers have a beloved “fur baby” named Bella. Bella is a 7lb. Shihpoo canine.

TRANSFERRING ELDER

Luner Étienne: I was born in Gros- Morne Haiti in 03-25-1967, I married Alide Almira, and we have two children. Our first born was a daughter, she passed away at 22 years old. I started my pastoral ministry in Free Methodist Church Haiti in 2005 as pastoral Candidate, I got my ordination as Elder in 2009 and lead the free Methodist Church of Thomazeau as Elder since 2011 to today.

SOUTHEAST REGION CONFERENCE

2025 Annual Report of the Board of Administration

2025 BOA Annual Report

Highlights of activity from AC24 – April 2025

• Finance Committee members elected from BOA - Andy Bunn (Chairperson), Mike McAvoy, Chris Montgomery, Tina Phillips, Trey Johns.

• Charlotte NC Condo - $20,000 tithe from the Charlotte NC condo sale split as follows: 1/3 directly to missionaries from our area, and 2/3 into different overseas leadership initiatives.

• Dade City (FL) – Repaired parsonage with grant money up to $20,000 for new ministry launch, plus a second grant of $11,250 for treatment and maintenance on church building due to termite infestation.

• Continuing to come alongside one church that had a congregational split to get to a place for a relaunch.

• Orlando FMC Spanish – Contracted with a pest control company to treat subterranean and drywood termites for $16,608, and entered into an annual maintenance contract of $1,877 after one year.

• Paused Fair Share requirements for churches impacted by the hurricanes for the final quarter of 2024.

• New Vision Shreveport, LA, closed – transferred property and mineral rights lease to SRC and are in the process of bringing the property back to operational status after water damage.

• Central FMC, Shreveport, LA, relocated to former New Vision property at 727 Flournoy Lucas Rd Shreveport, LA 71118. Processing next steps for former property at 2755 Ashton St., Shreveport, LA 71103 due to asbestos.

• Pleasant Grove, AL, property transferred to SRC. Relaunching new work in partnership with Restored Kingdom Of God In Christ Church.

• Assisting three churches who are seeking loans from the FMF.

• Ark of God loan was updated - 2.25MM, 20-year note at 5%.

• Darlington Road, Holiday (FL) – property for sale at 1.55 MM - roof repaired and minor Hurricane damage being repaired.

• Article of Incorporation – updated the Articles of Incorporation for the SRC with the state of Florida.

• Approved for the SRC staff, a $1,000 bonus for those who have been on staff for more than 6 months and $500 for staff who have been on staff for under 6 months. NOTE: the SRC BOA took this action without the presence, or knowledge, of Mike McAvoy and Tina Phillips who are both considered “staff” for this action.

• Special Virtual Called Sitting of SRC to approve 2025 Budget held on Monday, December 9, 2024.

• SRC Bookkeeper – hired

• Staff Update – The new bookkeeper as well as Mark Williams resigned at the end of 2024. Mark’s position will not be filled. BOA determined to pursue a bookkeeping firm instead of hiring a staff member to fill the role.

• Hopewell Church – society in GA, disaffiliated in August of 2024.

• Rescue Church (AL) voted to affiliate with the GMC.

• Good News Church joined Reach Conference of the FMC.

• Restored Kingdom Of God In Christ Church affiliated with FMC.

• Change of church status:

• Ignite Church - (FL) – Society Status

• Living Water Church, AL - Society Status

• Change of church name:

• Palmerdale Methodist Church name changed to Compassion Church

• Encompass Church name changed to Ignite Church

SRC PVMV Update

• OG Purpose - The SRC exists to effectively advance the mission of Jesus Christ through disciples, leaders, churches, and networks. (Matt 28:18-20; Mk 16:15-18)

• OG Vision - The SRC vision is to be a Spirit-fueled movement of godly, effective, and reproducing disciples, leaders, and churches on redemptive mission to every community in the conference and beyond. (Is 61:1-4; Jn 20:21; 2Tim 2:2-4 )

• Revised Purpose - The SRC exists to effectively advance the Kingdom of Jesus Christ through disciples, leaders, churches, and networks. (Matt 28:18-20; Mk 16:15-18)

• Revised Vision - The SRC vision is to be a Spirit-fueled movement of godly, obedient, and reproducing disciples, leaders, and churches on redemptive mission to every community in the conference and beyond. (Is 61:1-4; Jn 20:21; 2Tim 2:2-4 )

• SRC Mission Statement - added “and service” to LOVE statement.

• LOVE one another through connection, conversation, relationships, and service.

• EQUIP through resourcing, training, and development opportunities.

• ACCOUNTABILITY for a healthy relationship with God, family, self, and work.

• DEPLOY leaders to communities (faith communities & geographical communities).

SRC FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (DECEMBER

INDEPENDENT ACCOUNTANT’S REVIEW REPORT

Southeast Region Conference FMC

We have reviewed the accompanying financial statements of Southeast Region Conference FMC, which comprise the statement of financial position as of December 31, 2024, and the related statements of activities and cash flows for the year then ended, and the related notes to the financial statements. A review includes primarily applying analytical procedures to management's financial data and making inquiries of company management. A review is substantially less in scope than an audit, the objective of which is the expression of an opinion regarding the financial statements as a whole. Accordingly, we do not express such an opinion.

Management’s Responsibility for the Financial Statements

Management is responsible for the preparation and fair presentation of these financial statements in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America; this includes the design, implementation, and maintenance of internal control relevant to the preparation and fair presentation of financial statements that are free from material misstatement whether due to fraud or error.

Accountant’s Responsibility

Our responsibility is to conduct the review engagement in accordance with Statements on Standards for Accounting and Review Services promulgated by the Accounting and Review Services Committee of the AICPA. Those standards require us to perform procedures to obtain limited assurance as a basis for reporting whether we are aware of any material modifications that should be made to the financial statements for them to be in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America. We believe that the results of our procedures provide a reasonable basis for our conclusion.

We are required to be independent of Southeast Region Conference FMC and to meet our other ethical responsibilities, in accordance with the relevant ethical requirements related to our review.

Accountant’s Conclusion

Based on our review, we are not aware of any material modifications that should be made to the accompanying financial statements for them to be in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America.

Alanson Day, CPA

Day Accounting, LLC

April 15, 2025

SOUTHEAST REGION CONFERENCE FMC

Statement of Financial Position

6,665,485 $

The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements. - 2 -

SOUTHEAST REGION CONFERENCE FMC

Statement of Activities

SOUTHEAST REGION CONFERENCE FMC

Statement of Cash Flows

SOUTHEAST REGION CONFERENCE FMC

Notes to Financial Statements

December 31, 2024

These notes are intended to provide additional information and context to the financial statements of Southeast Region Conference FMC. They should be read in conjunction with the financial statements and the accompanying independent accountant’s review report for a comprehensive understanding of the Conference's financial position and activities.

Organization and Nature of Activities

Southeast Region Conference FMC (the “Conference”) is a not-for-profit entity under the laws of the State of Florida and is an integrated auxiliary of The Free Methodist Church-USA. The Conference exists and operates exclusively for religious purposes within the meaning of Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.

Basis of Accounting

The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) for not-for-profit organizations in the United States. The Conference follows the accrual basis of accounting and records its financial transactions accordingly.

Revenue Recognition and Operating Expenses

The Conference recognizes revenue when it is both earned and realizable. Revenue is considered earned when services have been provided or goods have been delivered. Contributions, grants, and donations are recognized as revenue when received, unless explicitly restricted for future periods.

The Conference assesses dues from all churches within its jurisdiction (Fair Share Revenues) for an amount that covers the assessment established by The Free Methodist Church-USA (the Equal Participation Plan or Denominational Expenses). The net assessment remaining is used by the Conference for their operating expenses, which primarily includes the salary, benefits, and travel expenses of the Conference’s superintendent and other regional staff members. Other disbursements for operations are generally at the discretion of the Board of Administration (the “Board”) and are subject to an annual budget.

Previously, the Conference had extended loans to individual church bodies, both within (Internal Contracts) and outside of (External Contracts) the Conference. These contracts could include or exclude interest, and any interest earned was recorded as interest income. However, the Board has since resolved to change their lending practices to no longer provide loans to churches, except in specific circumstances deemed necessary.

General and Administrative Expenses

General and administrative expenses include costs related to the overall administration of the Conference, such as rent, utilities, office supplies, and professional fees not otherwise outlined or directly attributable to operating activities. These expenses are necessary to support the Conference’s mission and are reported separately in the statement of activities.

Restricted and Designated Funds

The Conference receives contributions and grants that are restricted by donors for specific purposes or time periods. These funds are accounted for separately as restricted net assets and are released for use in accordance with the restrictions imposed by the donors.

Other funds are designated by the discretion of the Board for whichever operating purposes they deem fit. Both types of funds serve different purposes and are accounted for separately in the financial statements to ensure transparency and compliance with donor intentions and organizational goals.

Investments

The Conference may have investments in various financial instruments, such as stocks, bonds, or mutual funds. These investments may be short-term in nature, so would be included in the sum of Cash and Cash Equivalents. They are carried at fair value and any changes in fair value are recognized in the statement of activities.

Consolidation of Investment Accounts

During the year ended December 31, 2024, a total of $1,170,110 in investment holdings matured and were liquidated. This included approximately $963,478 from certificates and flex investment accounts with FM Financial, and $206,632 from a certificate of deposit with Chase Bank.

The proceeds from these matured investments were consolidated into a money market account with Guidestream, a subsidiary of FM Financial. The reallocation was made for temporary holding purposes, and no realized gains or losses were recognized in connection with these transactions.

Accounts Receivable

As of December 31, 2024, the Accounts Receivable balance is $24,459. Of this amount, $17,899 is over 90 days past due, with certain balances dating back to 2021. A total of $9,042 of the past due balance relates to three churches that are expected to undergo organizational changes: Altamonte Springs, FL; New Vision Community Church in Shreveport, LA; and Central FMC in Shreveport, LA. While these amounts are still pending formal write-off approval from the Board, they are considered unlikely to be collected and will likely be adjusted against the Allowance for Doubtful Accounts in a future period.

Potential Impairment of Property Held for Sale

Subsequent to the classification of the property located at 5015 Darlington Rd, Holiday, FL, valued at $1,195,831.10, as held for sale, management became aware of a prior sinkhole issue at the site. Although temporary remediation measures were previously implemented, there is concern that the underlying condition may persist. This uncertainty could affect a potential buyer’s willingness to pay full market value. As of the date of these financial statements, the extent of any potential impairment or loss in value is not reasonably estimable.

Acquisitions and Mergers

Occasionally, individual church bodies operating under the Conference's jurisdiction may cease operations. In such instances, the Conference may assume the surviving assets and liabilities of the defunct church. The value of these assets and liabilities can vary significantly, potentially exerting a significant impact on the Conference's financial position.

During the current fiscal year, the Conference assumed ownership of a church property located in Pleasant Grove, AL, following the dissolution of a member church. In the absence of historical cost records or a formal appraisal, the property was recorded at an estimated value of $550,000, based on the insured replacement cost. The Conference intends to transfer the property to a newly formed member church within the denomination once it becomes operational.

Income Taxes

The Conference is recognized as a tax-exempt entity under the applicable tax laws. Therefore, no provision for income taxes has been made in the financial statements.

Sale of Mineral Rights

On December 5, 2024, the Southeast Region Conference of the Free Methodist Church completed the sale of mineral rights associated with 7.391 net mineral acres located in Caddo Parish, LA. The sale was executed through a one-time transaction with ACM Fund Six LLC for total proceeds of $73,910. As the mineral rights had no recorded book value, the full amount was recognized as income from the sale of properties.

This transaction is classified as a nonrecurring, nonoperating activity and is reported as “Sale of Properties” in the statement of activities. No ongoing royalties or interests were retained, and there is no associated debt on the property. Accordingly, the income is not subject to unrelated business income tax (UBIT).

Subsequent Events

A subsequent event refers to an event or transaction that occurs after the balance sheet date but before the financial statements are issued. These events may have a material impact on the Conference’s financial position or require additional disclosure to ensure the financial statements provide accurate and up-to-date information.

1) On January 3, 2025, the note receivable from Ark of God valued at $2,250,000 was converted from an interest-only arrangement to a principal and interest (P&I) note. The interest-only note became due on January 1, 2024, and the Board voted to convert it to a traditional mortgage. The terms of the new note include regular payments of principal and interest over the remaining term.

Statement of Financial Position

Southeast Region Conference of the Free Methodist Church

As of March 31, 2025

$5,818.39

$1,195,831.10

$2,558,121.88

$2,072,609.82

$6,709,978.00

Statement of Financial Position

Southeast Region Conference of the Free Methodist Church

As of March 31, 2025

Southeast Region Conference of the Free Methodist Church

As of March 31, 2025

3,533,684.96

$6,709,978.00

Southeast Region Conference of the Free Methodist Church January 1-March 31, 2025

Southeast Region Conference of the Free Methodist Church

Budget vs. Actuals: 25 SRC Budget - FY25 P&L January - March, 2025

Southeast Region Conference of the Free

January - March, 2025

Church

Southeast Region Conference of the Free Methodist Church

January - March, 2025

Southeast Region Conference of the Free Methodist Church

January - March, 2025

INCOME

2025 SRC Approved Budget

FAIR SHARE RECEIPTS

OTHER INCOME

INTEREST FROM SRC LOANS

Hilliard-Pentecostal Full Gosp.

Sinner Point Baptist Church

Cindy Bishop Ministries, Liddieville

Ark of God Interest Only Note - Matures 1/1/25

LARGO PROPERTY REIMBURSEMENT

4,450

728,971

-728,902

SRC REGIONAL SUPERINTENDENT JOB DESCRIPTION

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPECTATIONS

1. Must live out a growing personal relationship with Jesus Christ and exemplify the P.V.M.V. of the FMC and SRC.

2. Is a member of the SRC Superintendent Leadership Team (SLT) and will follow all SRC policies and procedures.

3. Must have a good attitude and be committed to personal growth/development spiritually and professionally in leadership, job-related skills, and innovation. Also, learn and implement appropriate technologies to maximize effectiveness and efficiency.

4. Must have good communication (verbal and written) skills.

5. Must be an elder in good standing of the FMC.

6. Must have strong organizational leadership skills; maintain a professional demeanor, be engaging, friendly, empathetic, and caring; good social and telephone skills at all times, and maintain strict confidentiality regarding church records, ministry situations, etc.

7. Must be able to work independently and as a team, striving for a positive, efficient, and effective experience.

8. Must participate in scheduled SLT meetings, meetings with pastors and churches, leadership retreats (late summer & early spring), regional gatherings (Fall & Winter), Annual Conference, and occasional training for the conference and denomination. Note: most of these meetings are by Zoom, but some are in person and require travel (expenses are reimbursed).

OPERATIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Work with the superintendent and conference leadership on the continuous development of conference leadership, structure, systems, and operations in alignment with the FMC & SRC PVMVs.

2. Champion the FMC & SRC PVMVs and accountability to metrics.

3. Regular communication with the Superintendent via phone and Zoom.

4. Coordinate bi-annual Regional Gatherings with Superintendent and Host Sites.

5. Collaborate with the Superintendent, Regional MEG Team Leader, and SRC Registrar regarding needed MEG interviews and context.

6. Connect with pastors in the region monthly to walk through church assessments, strategy, and accountability for progress and full participation in the conference.

Assess current reality and strengths using the FMC strategy wheel, FMC mission measures, and the SRC PVMV. Assess current discipleship and leadership development systems and identify anyone who can move up the pipeline.

7. Oversee pastoral care, pastoral appointments, pastoral discipline, multiplication, and church situations in your region, determining what needs Superintendent involvement. This will likely require the development of a District Leaders Team to assist.

8. Identify potential leaders (in and outside FMC) and locations for multiplication.

9. Identify and develop potential future Regional Superintendents.

10. Triannual (April, August, December) reports on local church progress.

SRC REGIONAL MEG TEAM LEADER JOB DESCRIPTION

EXPECTATIONS

1. Must live out a growing personal relationship with Jesus Christ and exemplify the P.V.M.V. of the FMC and SRC. 2. Follows all SRC-FMC policies and procedures.

4. Must have good communication (verbal and written) skills.

5. Must be an elder in good standing of the FMC.

6. Must have strong administrative skills; maintain a professional demeanor, be engaging, friendly, empathetic, and caring; good social and telephone skills at all times, and maintain strict confidentiality regarding church records, ministry situations, etc.

7. Must be able to work independently and as a team, striving for a positive, efficient, and effective experience.

8. Must participate in scheduled MEGA Board meetings, MEG Team interviews, and SRC Leadership Team Meetings and Retreats. Note: Travel expenses are reimbursed when meetings are in person.

OPERATIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Work with the superintendent and conference leadership on the continuous development of conference leadership, structure, systems, and operations in alignment with the FMC & SRC PVMVs.

2. Champion the FMC & SRC PVMVs and accountability to metrics.

3. Personally, and encouraging the Regional MEG Team members to, pray for SRC Leadership, your regional MEG Team, and the pastors and candidates in the MEG system.

4. Collaborate with the Superintendent, Regional Superintendents, and SRC Registrar regarding needed MEG interviews and context and improvement.

5. Coordinate MEG Interview schedule with SRC Registrar, determining dates, schedule, and which will be in-person and which will be online.

Types of interviews are:

• Approval for CMC, processing CMC Theological Proficiencies

• Approval for continuing CMC

• Approval for Ordination, processing Elder Theological Proficiencies

• Transferring Elder Meet & Greets and approval for the ministry

• Approval for Transferring Ordination, processing Transferring Elder Theological Proficiencies

• Elder Check-Ups

• Disciplinary Follow Up and Review

6. Identify the MEG Team secretary to record the meeting notes, MEG Team recommendations, and send a copy to the MEG Team Leader and SRC Registrar.

7. Communicate FMC MEG Trainings and resources to Regional MEG Team members for development and invest in team development, especially potential future MEG Team Leaders.

8. Recommend potential MEG Team members and MEG Team Leader to the SRC Nominating Committee.

9. Serve on the MEGA Board as a clergy representative of your region, reporting on activity, recommendations, and any concerns. These are primarily Zoom meetings.

10. Attend SRC Leadership Retreats (Bi-Annual in-person) and Annual Conference.

SOUTHEAST REGION ANNUAL CONFERENCE

NOMINATING COMMITTEE NOMINATIONS

To the SOUTHEAST REGION Annual Conference

Mr. Chairman, the Nominating Committee nominates the following clergy and lay leaders to serve in these designated roles:

The Board of Administration (BOA):

Roger Haskins - Elder

Lauren Heath - Lay

The Ministerial, Education, Guidance, & Appointments (MEGA) Board:

Leiloni Holder – E, Central Florida Regional MEG Team Leader

Ernie Sullivan – E, South Florida Regional MEG Team Leader

Stephen Street – E, Georgia Regional MEG Team Leader

Reed Willbanks, Jr. – E, Carolinas Regional MEG Team Leader

Crissa Letson – E, Alabama Regional MEG Team Leader

Andrew Cowart – L

Cathy Vanderhorst – L

Mirtha Ramirez – L

Denise Stephens – L

Tom Williams – L

The Regional Ministerial, Education, & Guidance (MEG) Teams:

Tyler Cantrell - E

Michael Carter – E

Fils Darius – E

Neil Epler – E

Jimmie Freeman – E

Douglas Harr – E

Cedric Hill - E

Leiloni Holder – E

Crissa Letson – E

Rudy Marte – E

Melquias Olivio – E

Glenn Roark – E

Stephen Street – E

Ernie Sullivan – E

Reed Willbanks, Jr. – E

Kelli Wommack – E

Sergio Peralta – E

Kelli Wommack - E

Kaedon Back – L

Tonya Backe – L

Brooke Baker – L

Woodly A. Cherizol – L

Andrew Cowart – L

Susan Fisher – L

Michael Gross - L

Riley Higgins - L

Sherry LaBrie – L

Ebed Martinez – L

Mike McBride – L

Jerry Paige – L

Mirtha Ramirez – L

Jason Rincon – L

Denise Stephens – L

Donna Trisler – L

Cathy Vanderhorst – L

Tom Williams – L

The SRC BOA nominates the following clergy and lay leaders to serve on the Nominating Committee:

Marie Fontus – E

Rudy Marte – E

Sergio Peralta – E

Kelli Wommack - E

Tonya Backe – L

Brooke Baker – L

Susan Fisher – L

Ebed Martinez – L

BOA

(3 year terms)

2025 AC BOARDS & TEAM MEMBERS

Andy Bunn - E 2024

Trey Johns - L 2024

Frank Meitz - L 2024

Roger Haskins - E 2025

Lauren Heath - L 2025

Mariangelie Cruz - E 2023

Chris Montgomery - E 2023

Tina Phillips - L 2023

Nominating Committee

(Nominated Annually by the BOA)

Marie Fontus – E

Susan Fisher – L

Rudy Marte – E

Ebed Martinez – L

Tonya Backe – L

Brooke Baker – L

Sergio Peralta – E

Kelli Wommack - E

MEGA BOARD MEMBERS

(Annual Renewal)

Leiloni Holder – E

Ernie Sullivan – E

Stephen Street – E

Reed Willbanks, Jr. – E

Crissa Letson – E

Andrew Cowart – L

Cathy Vanderhorst – L

Mirtha Ramirez – L

Denise Stephens – L

Tom Williams – L

MEG TEAM MEMBERS (Annual Renewal)

Louisiana-Mississippi (LAM)

MTL: SUPT.

Jimmie Freeman – E

Jerry Paige – L

Donna Trisler – L

Glenn Roark – E

Carolinas (CA)

MTL: Reed Willbanks, Jr. – E

Douglas Harr – E

Alabama (AL)

MTL: Crissa Letson – E

Neil Epler – E

Tom Williams – L

Kaedon Back – L

Tyler Cantrell - E

Michael Gross - L

Georgia (GA)

MTL: Stephen Street – E

Cedric Hill - E

Denise Stephens – L

Kelli Wommack – E

Andrew Cowart – L

Riley Higgins - L

Central Florida (CFL)

MTL: Leiloni Holder – E

Michael Carter – E

Mike McBride – L

Rudy Marte – E

Cathy Vanderhorst – L

Sherry LaBrie – L

South Florida (SFL)

MTL: Ernie Sullivan – E

Fils Darius – E

Melquias Olivio – E

Mirtha Ramirez – L

Woodly A. Cherizol – L

Jason Rincon – L

FMWM - Europe Area

Annual Conference Report

Your ministry partners in Europe include:

Career/Associate Missionaries - 10

U.S. Based Partners – 5

Affiliate Missionaries – 8, (2) creative access

International/Europe missionaries - 16

The FMC/FMWM currently serves or partners in eighteen countries and oversees one African country (São Tomé & Príncipe) through Portugal.

Video report: https://vimeo.com/1078314960 or scan the QR code

FMC in Europe equips national leaders to make and multiply disciples, as we engage with the Gospel of transformation and establish multiplying, transformational churches. We are part of God’s movement to bring awakening and revitalization to all communities in Europe and populate them with spiritually maturing disciples.

In April 2019, the world watched in sorrow as flames consumed the Cathedral of Notre Dame in Paris. For many, the fire symbolized the fragility of Europe’s deep-rooted Christian heritage. This iconic structure long a testament to faith, art, and craftsmanship stood as a poignant reminder of the continent’s spiritual foundations. Yet today, although many Europeans still identify as Christian, this identity is often more cultural than deeply spiritual. Secularism, consumerism, and nationalism have increasingly overshadowed what was once a vibrant and living faith.

Recognizing this profound shift, the Free Methodist Church is working to reignite the flame of faith across Europe. Since the late 1990s, our mission has centered on equipping national leaders, engaging communities with the Gospel of transformation, and planting multiplying transformational churches. What began with outreach in Greece, Hungary, Portugal, and Spain has now expanded into Belgium, Bulgaria, Denmark, France, Malta, North Macedonia, Sweden, and Ukraine.

Building on Strong Foundations: Developing Leaders

Leadership is the cornerstone of lasting change. Recently, we launched the Ministry Resource Team, focused on developing and equipping pastors and leaders throughout Europe. Through pastoral formation conferences, leadership summits, and customized training, we’re empowering local leaders to minister effectively within their unique cultural and spiritual landscapes.

Additionally, our Biblical seminaries in Portugal and Spain are vital centers for theological education and leadership development ensuring that leaders are not only biblically grounded but also equipped to meet the complex needs of modern European society.

Serving Beyond the Church Walls

We believe the Gospel is not confined to sermons and sanctuaries it calls us to love and serve. Our commitment to justice and compassion includes:

• Refugees and Immigrants: Providing education, crisis support, and community integration for those fleeing war and persecution.

• Human Trafficking: Partnering with global and local organizations to rescue and restore victims.

• Humanitarian Aid: Leading relief efforts in Ukraine and supporting vulnerable children in Hungarian orphanages.

A Global Vision with Local Impact

Our European mission is strengthened by partnerships across continents, including with communities in Africa, Iran, and beyond. We believe in holistic, local congregations that engage deeply with their communities. Notable initiatives include:

• Ukraine: Supporting the elderly and vulnerable amidst ongoing conflict.

• Bulgaria & North Macedonia: Planting inclusive congregations among the Roma community.

• The Nordics: Fostering multicultural churches with Congolese refugees. These are not just programs they are living expressions of Christ’s love in action.

A Vision for the Future: What We Need to Continue

To sustain and expand this movement, we are focusing on three strategic priorities:

1. Leadership Development: Investing in teachers, mentors, and resources to cultivate future leaders from each nation.

2. Community Engagement: Strengthening our partnerships with supporters who share our vision of renewal.

3. Prayer and Support: Mobilizing a passionate network of prayer partners and contributors to undergird our efforts spiritually and practically.

Every prayer, every partnership, and every act of generosity brings us closer to a Europe where faith once again thrives where churches become beacons of hope and transformation.

Thank you for standing with us. Your support is lighting the way toward a renewed chapter in Europe’s Christian story. To know more and partner with us, scan the QR code:

Blessings,

Rev. Josué (Josh) Fajardo, Europe Area Director

PARTNERING IN GOD’S REDEMPTIVE WORK ACROSS THE CONTINENT

Africa Africa

The coming year is full of exciting opportunities for Free Methodist World Missions–Africa. In the coming months we anticipate completing the first two training manuals of a new standardized pastoral formation curriculum strengthening and equipping leaders across the continent for faithful, effective ministry. As of May, we also celebrate having six missionaries serving on the field, with four of them deployed just this year! We remain open and prayerful, trusting the Lord to continue calling and sending even more missionary workers to join in the harvest. Guided by our mission of participating in God’s redemptive purpose for Africa, we are committed to supporting the African Free Methodist Churches as they develop healthy leaders, multiply committed disciples, and empower transformational churches. Together, we move forward with hope, confident that God is bringing about a powerful new season of growth, transformation, and kingdom impact across Africa!

Active work in 13 countries and newly expanding work in nations like Burkina Faso, Guinea Bissau, Guinea Conakry, Ivory Coast & Sierra Leone.

Trained, equipped, and serving their communities and building the Church with strength and vision.

The next generation of pastors rising up to impact Africa with the love and hope of Christ.

By May 2025, we will have six missionaries living on the field in Africa two in Rwanda and four in Togo

Partnering with God

the restoration of Latin America

We develop Healthy Leaders... who multiply Disciples, Groups & Churches and... empower them for Holistic Transformation.

With Raíces, our discipleship materials that reaches over 3,000 children, the new diploma program serving 28 youth leaders, and the ministerial formation program, with 686 participants, we develop healthy heads, hearts and hands beginning at age 3

We rejoice that nearly 1,100 people are participating in pastoral care groups!

Trough the Community Church Planting movement an average of 5 people per day accepted Christ in 2024 By year’s end, over 8,300 people were being discipled in 1,116 Houses of Peace.

citing Opportunities 202

1,679

469 Baptisms

1,000s Volunteers

September 4-11, 2025

April 2-5, 2026

Join 400 youth and young adults from North and South America in a meaningful Holy Week celebration! in

This happens when we love people and work together with the community to meet their needs. There are currently 96 transformational initiatives taking place throughout the region that serve 7 different sectors of society.

Latin America Vision Trip

Experience and be inspired by the movement of God in Latin America as you visit Colombia, Honduras, and Costa Rica

Our core values shape how we work and interact with one another. In 2025 God has invited us fully Dependend on the Holy Spirit. It is revolutionizing the way we serve as we strive to become a community of discernment.

JUMELI Summit

Participate with God in the restoration of Latin America

Our family has been based in Buenos Aires for the last 3 and a half years Our mission as we are here is to participate with God in the restoration of our different ministry contexts, living the hope of Jesus where we live, work, and play. This year, since we moved, we have been investing in getting to know the parents of Ellia’s school, living missionally in the day to day life of being in another country.

We are pastoring The Harbor, the local church in Buenos Aires We function as a network of house churches in order to take the church to where people are. We started this work thinking that meant just geographically across the city of 15 million, but it has also come to mean their contexts. We have a house church in English, one with Japanese culture, three in Spanish, and one soccer group This year we are focusing on going deeper with our leaders so we can continue multiplying house churches.

The mission district in Argentina, of which Rodrigo is the district leader, continues to see growth. The most exciting development this year was the new church plant in the city of Mendoza Our newest ordained elder moved in June to start the work They have a small group that has started and contacts are being made. In addition, three other new house churches have begun meeting. We now have two holistic transformation projects, one new this year. A house church as begun hosting a community fair once a month bringing together the community and giving the opportunity for local artisans to sell their products.

Pura Vida Missional Community

Asado at Family Camp

Empowering Holistic Transformation for the Latin America area, led by Tanya, helps local churches to create lovedriven justice programs to address the holistic needs of their community. Tanya’s team is actively coaching 39 of these initiatives for greater impact. Children are being fed and taught to read and write, clinics are starting and micro-enterprises are providing economic stability. Due to these initiatives, we are seeing people come to know Jesus as Savior, recognizing that they have dignity and worth created in the image of God, relationships between families and communities being healed, and communtiies being lifted up

and House Churches

Holistic Transformation Initiatives in Argentina

Children at Family Camp

Bakery Microenterprise

Thursday Missional Communities

2025 Argentina Annual Session

Solidarity Kitchen Garden

This year’s conference of the SRC marks our almost 3-year anniversary of our move to Chiang Mai, Thailand. Over the last year, the Lord has continued to open doors for effective service.

On a weekly basis, I have the pleasure of serving at Chiang Mai University’s School of Medicine, a Buddhist teaching hospital, where I get to build relationships with Thai doctors and medical professionals through English training. The Lord also continues to provide opportunities for me to minister through art as well. I was given the opportunity by Chiang Mai University’s art department to give two lectures, both of which focused on the intersection of faith and art practice. For this year’s International High School Youth Retreat, I was invited to be the speaker and delivered four teaching times and 2 devotional times centered around Isaiah 64:8, God being the potter and we being the clay.

On a weekly basis, I enjoy a mentoring relationship with one of our young FM pastors-in-training, Chai. Chai has a heart for the youth and we have successfully planned and implemented two FMC youth camps over the last year, serving and ministering to over 100 youth collectively. Wendi, I, and the family regularly attend our Chiang Mai FMC and enjoy getting connected with our Thai brothers and sisters as we worship together. These relationships at our Thai church have been strengthened through periodic seasons of a Saturday English club for the youth. In addition to serving the Thailand FMC directly, I also have the pleasure of producing the ordination certificates for all newly affirmed CMC’s and Elders in the SE Asia region. This gives Wendi and me a front row seat to seeing the Asia area’s mission of raising up 10,000 leaders to reach 1,000,000 for Christ come ever closer to a reality.

Living in Chiang Mai has also positioned us well to have many opportunities to show hospitality to our Asia area FM leaders and partners. We have hosted many of our brothers and sisters from other countries in our home for meals and overnight stays, as well as headed up efforts to make sure everyone is cared for well during their attending of the annual Better Together Converge conference. Regarding this conference, an annual gathering of leaders from over 20 counties, Wendi and I enjoy partnering with other amazing FM brothers and sisters from Asia as we serve on both the technical team and hospitality team.

Every Friday, Wendi and I partner with another couple here in Chiang Mai to help host an international youth bible study attended by as many as 20 high school youth. Wendi is active in a home school co-op that our children attend, and our home is rarely void of teenagers that are friends with our oldest son and daughter.

Thanks so much for your support, both prayerful and financial, as we seek to partner with the Father in His work of expanding the Kingdom of God in Thailand and greater SE Asia.

Jason and Wendi

2025 marks a milestone for the Set Free Movement—fifteen years of moving in the direction of freedom, hope, and healing.

When we started in 2010, there were an estimated 27 million people trapped in human trafficking. Today, that number has risen to over 50 million. The need is overwhelming, but it’s not the whole story. Across five continents, churches are mobilizing, youth are being reached and trained, survivors are being supported, and communities are standing up for justice.

THE SET FREE MOVEMENT HAS MOBILIZED A GLOBAL RESPONSE TO MODERN-DAY SLAVERY—AND THESE NUMBERS TELL THE STORY.

TRAINED MORE THAN 216,850 PEOPLE TO TAKE ACTION

SUPPORTED SURVIVORS OR THOSE AT RISK MORE THAN 24,880 TIMES REACHED AND TRAINED MORE THAN 40,600 YOUTH TO STAY SAFE

In 2024, Set Free leaders helped equip and mobilize over 400 churches across five continents to be part of the movement for hope and healing.

INDIA Since 2019, the SFM team has repatriated 585 children across India, Nepal, and Bangladesh and assisted with over 900 missing children cases through local child welfare committees. In 2024, 130 churches across India participated in Freedom Sunday.

HUNGARY The team in Hungary reached more than 450 children through outreach and trained over 100 community members to respond and protect.

KENYA Through Thrive, the Kenya team eached 1,400+ youth and at-risk individuals in 2024 through training and mentorship. They also lead 7 Thrive Junior groups, including a young men’s group, creating safe spaces for learning and connection.

TOGO The Togo Thrive team equipped more than 400 young women with practical safety information to prevent trafficking and promote awareness.

PHILIPPINES In partnership with their local church, the team runs a monthly discipleship group for up to 20 elementary-aged children, providing consistent care and spiritual growth. They also train children and youth on online safety.

�� LATIN AMERICA In 2024, 2,947 people in 16 countries participated in Freedom Sunday, represented through 77 churches, 15 church plants, and 25 houses of peace—a growing regional movement.

CAMBODIA Team Leader Sokleap reached over 950 children and youth through training on online sexual exploitation, body safety, and trafficking prevention. He also leads two savings groups for young adults focused on financial freedom and discipleship. The team cohosted a Youth Prayer Fellowship, bringing together 139 young people for prayer and awareness.

UNITED STATES

• Over 200 foster youth supported through Fostering Hope in Seattle, WA, and Spring Arbor, MI

• The team in Turlock, CA has raised awareness for nearly a decade through their annual Freedom Run 5K and Festival. In 2024, more than 140 community members joined the event.

• In Seattle, the team trained 352 community members, reached 342 at-risk individuals, and supported 130 youth.

• Across the U.S., teams have engaged with more than 620 youth vulnerable to trafficking through prevention initiatives.

“Wunders doesn’t just provide a kit and it doesn’t just provide education, it provides hope. It provides hope, which is in short supply.”

— Kevin Austin, Director of Set Free Movement

1,400+

WUNDERS KITS

5 WOMEN EMPLOYED

TRAININGS 30+ WUNDERS KENYA EXPANDED TO A NEW SEWING CENTER

We envision a world where every girl and woman has the confidence to thrive.

Wunders is working to keep girls in school through menstrual health supplies and education.

In 2024, we heard from teachers and school administration staff that they are actively seeing female students participate more and come to class even during their periods because of their Wunders kits.

“Wunders understands the urgency to act in fighting period poverty so that girls have the tools they need to attend school with confidence.”

— NEDDY DINGILI, WUNDERS KENYA BOARD CHAIR

In 2025 Wunders is working to:

EQUIP 2,500+ girls and women with menstrual health kits.

HOST 35+ TRAININGS to equip girls and women with our partnership network.

CONTINUE EXPLORING new sewing center opportunities for Wunders’ third location.

ways to be involved

CONTACT US at info@wunderspartners.org to learn more about how you, your church, organization, or business can be involved.

Wunders equips girls and women with locally made sustainable menstrual supplies and community-informed education so that they can thrive. Will you join us?

THE WUNDERS’ BUDGET NEED FOR 2025 IS $225,000. We invite you to prayerfully consider coming alongside girls and women to help them thrive. Wunders is funded by generous donors like you.

STAY IN THE KNOW

Sing up for updates on Wunders at WundersPartners.org

FOLLOW AND SHARE @WundersPartners

DONATE SUPPLIES to a local shelter or pantry to help fight period poverty in your community.

SUSTAIN THIS WORK

Gvie monthly to Wunders at WundersPartners.org

The Equal Participation Plan (EPP) is a financial partnership among all the churches that comprise the Free Methodist denomination. The conference system of the Free Methodist Church relies upon the continual contribution of its members to accomplish its worldwide ministry.

Highlights funded by EPP

Multiplication

• Gathered 215 FM leaders for a 3-day event to build mult. culture & equipping

• Trained 17 Supts. in the major dimensions of mult. through 3 gatherings with experts

• Mentored 42 FM female pastors

• Wrote a highly influential book on multiplication; 3,000 pastors have it

• Taught on mult. 70+ times

Administration

• Increasing legal hygiene, hired Paralegal

• Shifting focus to support of conferences

• Conducted Resource Allocation Study

Ministry of the Board of Bishops

• Provided leadership and vision at 21 Annual Conference meetings

• Traveled and met with leaders from around the world to collaborate on fulfilling the FMC mission and vision as well as to build each other up

• Helped the FMC connect with other denominations and organizations of likeminded doctrine and polity

in the past 1-2

Years:

Networks & Leadership Development

• Networking and collective learning event for Conference-ID’d pacesetters

• Support for networking events and leadership development for groups such as African Heritage, Justice, Conexion Latina, FM Women, NextGen, etc.

• Prayer focus last fall (Seeking Together)

Communications

• Combined total of 17,458 followers across 19 social media platforms to connect FMs and others to our mission and vision

• Management of 13 websites showcasing our key resources and connecting churches to vital resources

• Eight works were published in 2024 that touch a wide variety of topics

Finance

• Processed over 27,000 gifts

• $8.6 million of gifts with more than 250 distinct restrictions

• Distributed more than $21 million, with ICCM restricted amounts, more than 2/3’s were to the restricted purpose

EPP funds 28% of the total operational budget of FMCUSA

Justice

• Led workshops, coaching, conferences, & network events to help local churches & leaders identify aims/interests of biblical justice in their context

• Met weekly with leaders across the globe to mentor, encourage, and coach

• Led 10 Cultural Intelligence and Bias Training workshops (>300 participants) Center for Pastoral Formation

• Courses on Pathwright

• Conference partnerships

• Connecting pastors to mentors

Information Technology

• Delivered meaningful data to the BOB, BOA, and conferences (Domo)

• IT support for all ministries of FMCUSA

Other Support Services

• Held Special Sitting of General Conference delegates

0% of EPP goes to the WMC building

The Ministry of EPP

• Support your Conference Churches.

• Submit timely and accurate Annual Reports online. Your church’s yearly statistics aid in decision making and clearly seeing where God may be leading us as a movement.

• Encourage collaboration between churches, ministry contexts, and cultures for a local and global impact. Participation in conference and denominational initiatives equips churches to do more together than possible individually.

• Encourage your congregation to make annual commitments to support missionaries, international church planting and national leader development through the work of the Free Methodist World Missions.

You are a part of a community that equips and supports the church and its leaders to minister and to multiply. We are accountable to you. We commit to ask for no more funds than necessary to maximize the ministry dollars for the local church.

The 2025 Equal Participant Plan budget is $4,250,000, which funds 28% of the total budget of FMCUSA. The following details are how your contributions are making a difference in the ministry of the church around the world.

Ministry of the Board of Bishops ($1,205,340)

Elected bishops promote the vision of the Free Methodist Church and pursue the strategic priority of multiplying disciples, leaders, groups, and churches. They equip leaders in the United States and partner with leaders in emerging Free Methodist conferences around the world. Additionally, they serve as liaisons between our Free Methodist colleges and universities, the Free Methodist Financial, and our Human Service Ministries. Your support provides salaries and benefits for the board of bishops and their staffs. Their staffs provide critical support to the ministry of the church and expand the capacity of the bishop they serve. Resources needed to accomplish their ministries (such as travel, training and equipping) are included in the budget.

Networks & Leadership Development ($282,342)

Your support allows for the development of flexible, need-meeting networks that empower leaders in kingdom outreach and expansion. Current networks include Chaplaincy, the Superintendents Leadership Team (SLT), and FM: Infuse (National Student Ministries Team). This fund also assists with new leadership development initiatives under the guidance of the Board of Bishops.

Christ-Compelled Multiplication ($228,980)

Refocusing priorities to align with core beliefs expressed in the Free Methodist Way required resourcing two new initiatives: Multiplication and Justice. EPP provides for salaries, benefits, travel and working funds to support denominational leadership under these initiatives. The Catalyst for Multiplication helps Annual Conferences develop plans and provide coaching on the execution of those plans pursuant to living out the mission, vision, and strategies of the Free Methodist Church. Additionally, the CMS advises the Board of Bishops to increase the overall effectiveness of the FMCUSA. Church Planting Grants are now included in this budget.

Finance ($619,748)

The finance team provides audited, timely financial reporting. This information is used for decision making by missionaries, WMC work groups, and denominational leadership. You make processing tens of thousands of gifts and the safe sending of ministry resources to more than 70 countries possible.

Communications ($567,185)

Your support funds Light + Life Communication, which is responsible for our family of websites, publishing, social media, and graphic design. This ministry provides clear and compelling identification of our church’s mission and core values and easy access to Free Methodist information & ministry opportunities. Communications makes publishing our award-winning Light + Life magazine and other Free Methodist branded resources possible.

Information Technology ($434,017)

Your EPP provides for an onsite IT team, backed up by contracted professionals, whose job is to maintain all digital systems used by the FMC-USA. The budget includes annual costs of donor management and financial software and the purchase of equipment following a replacement plan that ensures reasonable technology updates.

Love-Driven Justice ($189,492)

Love is the way we demonstrate God’s heart for justice by valuing the image of God in all women, men, and children, acting with compassion toward the oppressed, resisting oppression, and stewarding Creation. We devote ourselves to our founders’ deep convictions around matters of injustice as they took their stand against the evils of slavery, the oppression of the poor, the marginalization of women, and the abuse of power in the church. Your support allows leaders to work with existing FM justice-related networks, raise up regional advocates and create opportunities for collaboration and joint initiatives at the conference level.

Center for Pastoral Formation

($95,689)

An endowed gift provides for a substantial portion of this cost center. Your support enables staff to assist superintendents and Ministerial Education and Guidance Boards in the work of identifying, recruiting, and deploying competent leaders. As well as providing for the administration of ministerial scholarships, guidance to those who are preparing for ordained ministry, the annual Starting Strong conference (new pastor orientation), short-term intensive classes (j-term) and correspondence courses toward ordination.

Administration

($257,751)

These funds provide for World Ministry Center operations and leadership through the office of the Chief Operating Officer. Their staff serve in reception, event coordination, facilities management, and the mailroom. Legal and financial informational resources and counsel used by churches across the United States are included in this budget.

Contingency

($125,277)

Your support provides a fund in case of a shortfall in gifts, a safety net for conferences in difficulty and other unexpected events.

Other Support Services ($244,179)

Human Resources ($65,538)

Our Human Resources staff oversees payroll and benefit services for the employees at the World Ministries Center and missionaries around the world. They also coordinate the ministerial pension plan for some 3,000 Free Methodist pastors and leaders.

Board of Administration ($63,990)

Enables our elected leaders who serve between General Conferences to meet twice each year to set policy and budgets and offer counsel and guidance in fulfilling the mission of the church.

Marston Memorial Historical Center ($65,728)

Your support enables the Historical Center at our World Ministries Center to provide valuable services to churches and scholars and to archive significant historical documents for future research and guidance.

Retiral Assistance ($7,000)

Provides retirement assistance to general church personnel and retired ministers who served prior to the establishment of our pension plan.

Mailroom & Shipping ($41,923)

EPP Calculation

As a member of the Free Methodist denomination your church can accept charitable contributions that are tax-deductible by donors. Your membership also means your church is not required to pay federal and state income taxes, nor is your church required to file income tax returns. Other benefits of participation are access to ministry resources like networking support, leadership development opportunities and the planned giving and lending resources of Free Methodist Financial. Participation in the EPP provides your church with the resources of global connection and direct access to missionaries and projects. The Free Methodist church provides reliable avenues to contribute to fruitful ministry elsewhere in the world. By building international relationships we can securely send funds and reduce the impact on the recipients. Annual budgets for the various services the denomination provides are determined in part by the total of these EPP assessments, so it is important that EPP assessments be fully funded.

Conference contributions are calculated using annual reports submitted by individual churches. These annual reports are accumulated into the Yearbook that serves as a directory for the Free Methodist Church and the data is used to identify trends. The EPP calculation begins with the total revenue reported by conference churches. Contributions for Free Methodist missionaries, certain mission projects, church planting, capital campaigns, and other specified items are deducted from total revenue before the EPP percentage is applied.

Your annual commitments to Free Methodist World Missions are vital for sending and sustaining missionaries. If these gifts are made through the church, they count as missions-giving deductions in the EPP calculation. Ministry resourcing is determined by your support for missionaries, international church planting, and national leadership development.

The official doctrine of the Free Methodist Church recognizes the denomination as “representative of what the church of Jesus Christ should be on earth.” As such, members recognize a “specific commitment” to common faith and life which is laid out in the Free Methodist Book of Discipline (¶121). Along with this shared theology, there is a shared responsibility to fulfill the Great Commission to the ends of the Earth. By supporting the denomination, each church is participating in the work of Christ around the world.

2023 Book of Discipline (The Church, ¶121)

The church is created by God. It is the people of God. Christ Jesus is its Lord and Head. The Holy Spirit is its life and power. It is both divine and human, heavenly and earthly, ideal and imperfect. It is an organism, not an unchanging institution. It exists to fulfill the purposes of God in Christ. It redemptively ministers to persons. Christ loved the church and gave Himself for it that it should be holy and without blemish. The church is a fellowship of the redeemed and the redeeming, preaching the Word of God and administering the sacraments according to Christ’s instruction. The Free Methodist Church purposes to be representative of what the church of Jesus Christ should be on earth. It therefore requires specific commitment regarding the faith and life of its members. In its requirements it seeks to honor Christ and obey the written Word of God.

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SRC 2025-2026 APPOINTMENTS

SOUTHEAST REGION CONFERENCE 2025-2026 APPOINTMENTS

(07) Superintendent: Michael L. McAvoy (E) (2nd of a 4-year term)

(03) Albertville, AL: Hope Church, Aff…………

(12) Altamonte Springs, FL: First (Spanish)........

(04) Bartow, GA: Deaf Church Online, CPP

(03) Beaufort, NC: North River Church

(03) Beaufort, NC: Straits Methodist Church

(21) Birmingham, AL: Emmanuel.........................

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Andrew J. Gregg (E)

Antonio L. Rivera (E)

Sarah M. Harris (E)

Douglas S. Harr (E)

James A. (Andy) Bunn (E) Lead

(22) Lewis A. Bunn (E, Retired)

........................................................................ (15) William G. Hart (E)

(31) Bradenton, FL: Orange Grove.........................

(23) Brandon, FL: Cristo La Senda.........................

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Steven J. Bell (E)

Sergio Peralta (E) Lead

(08) Hicy M. Peralta (E) Co-Pastor

(10) David E. Moya (E)

(08) Carlos L. Regis (E)

(06) Jose Del Toro (E) (05) Lidia M. Reyes (E) (04) Rafael A. Cruz (E)

........................................................................ (04) Barbara A. Tufts (Conf. Deacon)

(01) Susanna F. González (CMC)

(01) Janier M. del Rio (CMC)

Cristo la Senda: Tampa

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(05) Angelo A. Morel (E) Co-Pastor

........................................................................ (05) Rhina A. Morel-Almonte (E) Co-Pastor

........................................................................ (07) America S. German (E)

Cristo la Senda: Mulberry EMP (03) J. Elias Rosario (E) (06) Yanelly J. Rosario (Conf. Deacon)

(04) Cape Coral FL: Cape Coral Community….... Tommy F. Dennis (E)

(05) Cape Coral FL: Essence Church……...........

Melquias D. Olivio (E) Lead

(02) Manoel Roberto Olivio (E, Retired)

(02) Maria de Lourdes Olivio (E, Retired) ………………………………………………….. (02) Milhani C. Sleiman (CMC)

(03) Chiefland, FL: Chiefland Methodist…………. Mark Williams (E) Lead

(02) Mark D. Kincaid (E, Retired)

(01) Chipley, FL: First Methodist Church of Chipley Ray Curto (LP) Interim

(19) Columbus, GA: Christ Community Church....

Derrick E. Shields (E) Lead (12) Kelli W. Wommack (E)

SRC 2025-2026 APPOINTMENTS

(06) Joshua W. Heath (E) ....................................................................... (06) Jason S. Shawa (E)

....................................................................... (06) Mason P. Stewart (E) (06) Noah D. Barfield (CMC)

(05) Meghan R. Gross (CMC)

(05) Suzanne A, Williams (CMC)

(02) Columbus, GA: Hope Springs Comm. Church, Fellowship Brandon S. Branigan (E) Lead …………………………………………………... (02) Andrew M. Cowart (CMC)

(03) Cullman, AL: Mission Comm. Church Under the Superintendent

(02) Dade City, FL: Christ Firm Foundation FMC Christopher E. Cruz (E) Co-Pastor (02) ....................................................................... Mariangelie Cruz (E) Co-Pastor (02) Decatur, AL: Wesley Methodist Church……. Eric J. Gillian (E)

(04) Deltona, FL: MVMNT Church………............. Robert E. Ortiz (CMC) (10) Deltona, FL: Church on Wheels, Fellowship Jeffrey Goodine (E) Deville, LA: Martha’s Chapel …….................. Under the Superintendent (03) Deville, LA: New Hope................................... L. Beau Edwards (LP) (03) **Florence, AL: Living Water Shoals Inc……

William E. Vaden (E)

(12) Florida City, FL: South Dade Haitian............. Yvon Thelemaque (Conf. Deacon)

(25) Ft. Lauderdale, FL: Ft Lauderdale Haitian ... Jean Claude Novius (E) (18) Greenacres, FL: Neighborhood Worship Center Ernest L. Sullivan, Jr (E)

(05) Hialeah, FL: New Vision................................

(10) Holiday, FL: Holiday…………........................

D. Denise Peña (CMC) Interim (07) Samuel E. Moya (E)

(02) Tracey Colon Baker (CMC)

Leiloni L. Holder (E) Lead

(04) Kevin C. Haggerty (E)

(16) Immokalee, FL: Immokalee Haitian............... Jean B. Sainvilus (E) (02) Jonesville, LA: Oak Grove............................. Aaron Jolly (E)

(12) Kissimmee, FL: Good Shepherd Fellowship Donald A. Kaufmann (E)

(08) Lakeland, FL: Light & Life.............................. Jeffrey A. Bellinger (E) Lead (04) Largo, FL: Victory Fellowship Largo, Fellowship Michael A. Carter (E) Lead (04) Frank J. Meitz (Conf. Deacon) (04) Jeannette L. Meitz (Conf. Deacon) (02) Nelson Ortiz Gonzalez (LP) (11) Macon, GA: Universal Light Christian Center

(36) Miami, FL: Christian Community (Haitian)....

(14) Miami, FL: Miami First Haitian.......................

Gail T. Smith (E)

Leonel Georges (E) Lead (02) Innocent Fredrick (E)

Fils-Aime Darius (E) Lead (13) Marie Y. Fontus (E) (07) Emmanuel Saint Germain (E)

SRC 2025-2026 APPOINTMENTS

(01) Luner Étienne (E)

West Palm Beach First FMC Haitian CPP (02) Fils-Aime Darius (E) Lead (02) Marie Y. Fontus (E) (02) Emmanuel Saint Germain (E)

(07) Miami, FL: Only1Faith.JC.Ministry, EMP.......

(03) Miami, FL: Melrose Spanish..........................

Felix M. Arias (E)

Modesta Pinell (E) Lead

(13) Cristobal V. Betances (Deacon)

(08) Maria S. Moris (E)

(03) Harry Nieves (CMC)

(01) Marc R. Germeille (CMC)

(03) Midland, GA: Pathway Comm. Church, CPP Anja Staten (E)

Monterey, LA: Acme......................................

(04) Montgomery, AL: Frazer Church…………….

(19) Murphy, NC: Murphy ....................................

(15) Naples, FL: Evangelical Haitian....................

Under the Superintendent

Christopher Montgomery (E) Lead (04) Mario L. Aman (E)

(04) Neil C. Epler (E)

(03) James R. Jeffcoat (E, Retired) (03) Annette J. Winston (CMC) (02) Michael K. Gross (CMC) (02) John Ed Mathison, (E, Retired)

Timothy K. Huff (E)

Joseph A. Cyprien (E) Lead

....................................................................... (17) Iferdieu Rifin (E)

(11) Nassau, Bahamas: Grace & Peace Wesleyan Leonard G. Roberts (E) (07) **Navarre, FL: Encompass Church, Fellowship R. Lance Whorton (E) (10) Newnan, GA: Newnan City Church...............

James F. Ellison (E) Lead (04) Cedric Hill, II (E) (01) Darrin A. Brewington (CMC)

(26) Olla, LA: Summerville.................................... H. Glenn Roark (E) (15) Orange City, FL: Living Water, EMP..............

(21) Orlando, FL: Orlando First (Spanish)............

(02) Pelham, AL: Lakeview FMC……………….

(09) Phenix City, AL: Village Church....................

(02) Pineville, LA: The Edge.................................

Nelson E. Hom (E)

Juan D. Grullon (E) Lead

(08) Gilberto Nunez (E)

(01) Cesar O. Irizarry (E)

(01) Gloria A. Irizarry (E)

(01) Heidi Zorrilla de González (CMC)

Jeavon D. Back (E) Lead

(02) Kaedon M. Back (CMC)

Jonathan M. Taylor (E) Lead

(06) Bryan A. Donaldson (CMC)

(02) Will Borin (CMC)

Daniel S. Skinner (CMC) (05) T. Dale Robinson (E)

SRC 2025-2026 APPOINTMENTS

(04) Julie P. Bolin (E)

(03) Pinson, AL: Palmerdale Methodist Church Steven Tyler Cantrell (E) (01) *Pleasant Grove, AL: Restored Kingdom of God In Christ Church, Aff Steven Holloway (LP)

(12) Provencal, LA: Provencal..............................

(07) Rock Hill, SC: Church 180.............................

Jimmie C. Freeman (E) Lead (03) Marie M. Rose (E)

R. Reed Wilbanks, Jr. (E) Lead

....................................................................... (05) Samuel Nieves (E)

....................................................................... (05) Zaida E. Nieves (E)

…………………………………………………… (02) Joseph M. Call (CMC) …………………………………………………… (02) David Sain (E)

(02) Shady Hills, FL: Shady Hills Mission Chapel.. Jennifer Kerouac (LP)

(18) St. Petersburg, FL: Cornerstone Community.. Genniser R. deVega (E) Lead

....................................................................... (16) Raymond W. Ellis (E, Retired)

....................................................................... (09) Sallie J. Richards (Conf. Deacon, Retired)

(01) Shreveport, LA: Central................................. Victor M. Gray (LP)

(03) Tampa, FL: Southeast Region FMC, CPP

SRC Director of Southeast Region FMC (03) David S. Wisener (CMC)

Brevard County, FL: EMP........................... (05) Gary B. Kaufmann (E)

Charlotte, NC: EMP………………………… (03) Timothy J. Cheux (E)

Charlotte, NC: EMP #2…………………

Coral Springs, FL: EMP…………………

Hialeah Gardens, FL: EMP……………

(01) Christopher R. Carlyle (E)

(03) Rubens Rodrigues (E) Co-leader (03) Neuseli Rodrigues (E) Co-leader

(03) Genaro Borras (E)

Hollywood, FL EMP……………………...... (05) Reyna C. Mejia-Castillo (E)

Tampa, FL: EMP …................................... (04) Marcela Mendoza (CMC) Co-leader (04) Francisco J. Rivera (CMC) Co-leader (02) Trenton, GA: Trenton Methodist…………

Under the Superintendent (02) Waynesboro, MS: Waynesboro First Methodist Church

Chuck Frankenfeld (E, Retired)

Society Closed:

Shreveport, LA: New Vision Church

Discontinued EMPs:

High Springs, FL: EMP

*New Affiliate, CPP or Society:

FM ID # 340-215

Pleasant Grove, AL: Restored Kingdom of God In Christ Church, Aff FM ID# needs

**Changes for Existing Affiliate, CPP or Society:

Florence, AL: Living Water Shoals Inc. – name and location change

FM ID # 340-075 (postal only - Lexington, AL)

Navarre, FL: Encompass Church, Fellowship – dba Ignite Church FM ID # 340-171

Pine Mountain, GA: Hopewell Methodist Church – withdrew on 09/04/2024

Santa Rosa, FL: Good News Church, Aff – transferred to The Reach Conference on 1/1/2025

SRC 2025-2026 APPOINTMENTS

Union Grove, AL: Rescue Church, Aff – withdrew on 10/20/2024 to join the Global Methodist Church

SPECIAL APPOINTMENTS & RELATIONSHIPS

Retired: Wayne Augustine (CMC); R. Douglas Bailey (E); Lucien Behar (E); H. Emitte Belgard (E); Monty Bower (E); Gary C. Brady (E); Robert A. Cannon (E); R. Philip Cartrette (E); Melvin K. Church (E); Leland K. Crist (E); Stanley J. Crumb (E); Gonzalo M. Cruz (E); Randall L. DeGroot (E); Randall L. Ernst (E); Charles C. Frankenfeld (E); Richard C. Harris (E); Efrain Hernandez (E); Katherine M. Hodge (E); Thomas R. Holman (E); Daniel L. Hummer (E); William J. Hyndman (E); James E. Jackmon (D); Larry D. Jones (E); Gregory D. Kannon (E); Eldred L. Kelley (E); Roger S. Lewis (E); Doris Lynch (E); Belarminio Martinez (E); Linda C. Merritt (E); Joy F. Mormur (E); William “Montana” Mormur (E); Daniel A. Norheim (E); Lawrence J. Orrin (E); Vivian W. K. Ramirez (D); Darrel E. Riley (E); Cynthia F. Robinson (E); Roberto P. Silva (E); Daryl L. Smith (E); Samuel H. Tinsley (E); William D. Trudgen (E); Pedro A. Velasquez (E); Gary J. Wagner (E); Ronald E. Wyncoop (E); Sueli S. Zuppann (E)

Denominational Service: Jonelle M. Capitano (E), FM Chaplain - St. Francis Reflections Lifestage Care, in Brevard Co, FL; Nicholas A. Cash (E), FM Chaplain – Georgia National Guard; Patricia L. Clarke (E) FM Chaplain - MCF Marketplace Ministry; D. Keith Cowart (E), Bishop; Jason A. Doblin (E), FWMW - Asia; Wendi M. Doblin (E), FMWM - Asia; Dennis A. Gipson (E), FM Chaplain at VITAS Hospice in Lakeland FL; Roger Haskins Jr (E) (FMCUSA – Bishop Emeritus); Michael A. Kirk (E) FM Chaplain at Corrections: Pasco County Prisons & Jails; Ganelle E. Mann (E) FM Chaplain at Hospice of St Francis in Brevard County FL; Rudy F. Marte (E), SRC Director of Southeast Region FMC; Dalia E. Sanchez Ortega (E), FMWM – Latin America; J. McGill Price (E) U.S. Army Chaplain, Ft. Benning, GA; Kenneth S. Roach (E), Wesley Biblical Seminary Danny Roman-Gloro (E) Asbury Seminary, FL; Rodrigo A. Rosado (E), Associate Missionary-Argentina; Tanya L. Rosado (E), Associate Missionary-Argentina; Robert D. Rushworth (E) FM Chaplain – Lutz Hospitals & Hospice; Stephen R. Streett (E), Hamilton Medical Center, Dalton, GA; Mildred Rodriguez-Thompson (E) Asbury Seminary, FL; Jose G. Estrella Upia (E), FMWM – Latin America; Stanley J. Welton (E), SRC Light & Life Park, Lakeland FL

Conference Evangelist: Gladys E. Miller (E), Dawn Smith Salmon (E), Rose M. Thompson (E)

Leave of Absence: Javier D. Conde (E), Lori M. Conde (E), Charles Wibert (E)

Without Appointment: Heriberto A. Chica (E), Jean Claude Fleurand (E), Ernest A. Jones (E), John A. Walker (E)

Released for Ministry Outside the Denomination: Jeffrey Curry (E), Chaplain at Our Hospice in Columbus IN; Crissa M. Letson (E), serving Asbury Church in Madison, AL; James Eric Newman (E), serving in another denomination; John A. Walker (E), Vice President for Spiritual Care, Magnolia Manor, Georgia; Hollie Wells (E), Missionary to Albania with The Mission Society

SRC 2025-2026 APPOINTMENTS

Received by transfer:

CONFERENCE ACTIONS

Luner Étienne (E), from the Haitian FMC; Heidi Zorrilla de González (CMC), from the Venezuela FMC; Susanna F. González (CMC), from the Dominican Republic FMC; Janier Mirabal del Rio (CMC), from the Venezuela FMC; John A. Walker (E), from the United Methodist Church

Admitted as conference ministerial candidate: Darrin A. Brewington, Marc R. Germeille, Heidi Zorrilla de González, Susanna F. González, Janier Mirabal del Rio, Daniel S. Skinner

Withdrew as conference ministerial candidate: Denise W. Stephens (CMC), withdrew of own initiative, Annette J. Winston (CMC), withdrew of own initiative to pursue Deacon status at local church

Admitted into full membership and ordained elder: Gloria A. Irizarry, Linda P. Merritt, John A. Walker, William E. Vaden

Received as new Licensed Pastors: Ray Curto, Victor M. Gray, Steven Holloway

Received as a continuing Licensed Pastor: L. Beau Edwards (06), Nelson Ortiz Gonzalez (02), Jennifer L. Kerouac (02)

Discontinued as a Licensed Pastor: Jarod R. Andrews, Daniel R. Guthery is under review, DJ McPhail, David S. Wisener is continuing CMC work toward ordination

Deceased: Danilo R. Fajardo (E), March 21, 2025

Where and when next conference:

DATES: June 25-27, 2026

LOCATION: Frazer Church, 6000 Atlanta Highway, Montgomery, Alabama 36117

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Thank you for attending the 2025 Southeast Region Conference of the Free Methodist Church!

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