Memorials passed at 2016 General Conference
Discussion of Memorials (resolutions) was spirited but loving. The courtesy and wisdom of those asking questions and making comments were beautiful to see. Important business for the kingdom was done.
GC16 news
Dr. Jo Anne Lyon elected to General Superintendent Emerita and honored
The title of General Superintendent Emerita was conferred upon Dr. Jo Anne Lyon and she was honored with a special citation. Her personal testimony was moving.
General Board: changing of the guard
Wednesday morning Dr. Jo Anne Lyon recognized those who have faithfully served on the General Board for a number of years, including Charles Joiner, who has served for 44 years.
Gallery photos for installation of general officers and General Board
On June 8, at General Conference, new General Superintendent Dr. Wayne Schmidt, the other five general officers, and the 24 area representatives on the General Board were installed.
General Superintendent Schmidt addresses the General Conference
General Superintendent Dr. Wayne Schmidt called the Church to focused prayer as he reminded the assembly of the primacy of the Great Commission and being the apostolic church.
The 2016-2020 General Board of The Wesleyan Church is elected
On June 7, at the 2016 General Conference in Buffalo, N.Y., the following area representatives of the General Board of The Wesleyan Church were elected and will serve the Church for the next 4 years.
Dr. Jo Anne Lyon to serve as interim leader of Wesley Seminary
Outgoing General Superintendent Dr. Jo Anne Lyon will serve as interim vice-president for Wesley Seminary for one year, as part of her responsibilities as Ambassador of The Wesleyan Church.
Jim Dunn thanked by General Conference
Under Dunn’s leadership, Church Multiplication and Discipleship became a hub of local church empowerment in the denomination. Dunn’s leadership always reflected his love for the local church.
Call to prayer for Executive Cabinet
Half of the general officers are new additions. The Wesleyan Church is depending upon all of these leaders for visionary and Spirit-filled leadership.
Wayne MacBeth thanked by General Conference
While Wayne MacBeth works with systems and structure with great detail, he also loves people, and doesn’t lose sight of the fact that each person he works with is made in the image of God.
Historic action: uniting the Ibero-American Wesleyan churches
The 2016 General Conference approved the creation of the “Ibero-America Established Regional Conference of The Wesleyan Church,” strengthening 19 countries in Latin America as a regional conference.
Bobbie Strand honored by General Conference
Bobbie Strand has been an extraordinary servant of the Lord in churches, districts, colleges, and beyond. She has lent her expertise, her wisdom, and her spirit to help ministries thrive.
Pastors honored with 40-50-60 year medallions
Scores of pastors at General Conference were honored for 40, 50, 60, and even 70 years of ministerial service in The Wesleyan Church.
Sunday night rally—modern-day pioneers
“Who will be our next pioneers?” This was the theme of the Sunday evening rally, led by Dr. Jim Dunn, executive director of Church Multiplication and Discipleship for The Wesleyan Church.
Global Partners and Education & Clergy Development leaders re-elected to general office
Dr. Dennis Jackson of Global Partners and Rev. Russ Gunsalus of Education and Clergy Development are re-elected to office after being nominated by General Superintendent-elect, Dr. Wayne Schmidt.
Wayne Schmidt acceptance speech
Dr. Wayne Schmidt delivered an acceptance speech filled with humility and vision.
General Conference elects Rev. Anita Eastlack to general office
The General Conference, by overwhelming vote, elected Rev. Anita Eastlack to the office of executive director of the Division of Church Multiplication and Discipleship.
General Conference elects Janelle Vernon to general office
The General Conference, by overwhelming vote, elected Janelle Vernon to the office of executive director of the Division of Communication and Administration.
Dr. Jo Anne Lyon to be Ambassador of The Wesleyan Church
Dr. Jo Anne Lyon has been named Ambassador of The Wesleyan Church, a position created by action of the General Board to retain the considerable connections and influence she holds.
Scott Rhyno named chief development director for The Wesleyan Church
Newly elected General Superintendent Dr. Wayne Schmidt announced that Rev. Scott Rhyno will serve as chief development director for The Wesleyan Church.
Dr. Wayne Schmidt elected General Superintendent
The General Conference of The Wesleyan Church has elected Dr. Wayne Schmidt, by a strong majority, on the first ballot, to be the General Superintendent of the North American General Conference.
Global Partners’ Dennis Jackson passionately inspires the Church to join in mission
“We don’t just want a few. We want them all to come to Jesus,” said Dennis Jackson. Read more of what God is doing among the nations through Global Partners and its vision for the future.
Join the General Conference live stream
You don’t have to miss one minute of General Conference 2016. For those not able to be in Buffalo to experience the event, live streaming is available.
Worship Arts leaders make melody at roundtable seminar
“Every movement needs a melody,” said Kory Pence, creative director for Wesleyan World Headquarters. “Each voice in this movement matters.”
