Newlywed pastor’s wife discovers “made new”
New pastor’s wife, Jennifer Jones, was attending General Conference, feeling inadequate in what God had called her to. Then, God spoke through healing, profoundly changing her.
General Conference 2016
Staff of General Conference hotel express gratitude for Wesleyans
Wesleyans left a mark on hotel staff in Buffalo. Jo Anne Lyon reflects on a conversation she had with a hotel bellhop.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Small and Rural Church Pastors Networking Roundtable
Sixty percent of small churches are in small communities, not urban areas, and their ministries represent a significant contribution to their neighborhoods.
Faithful presence seminar a powerful example
For the last 27 years, the evidence of God’s work in Buffalo has been evident. The Wesleyan Church and various ministries have partnered to provide a faithful presence in the city.
“Transforming Presence” seminar was overflowing
“Transforming Presence” seminar participants gathered in a group and discussed the chapter entitled “Stuck” during the Saturday event.
Saturday evening rally opens 13th General Conference
The opening rally of General Conference was filled with joyous singing and extraordinary stories from the Church’s past and present. Video reports replaced the traditional State of the Church address.
Saturday Seminars overflow at General Conference 2016
On the first afternoon of General Conference in Buffalo, N.Y., full-to-overflowing crowds were rewarded with high quality seminars.
Summer Wesleyan Life released at General Conference
The summer issue of Wesleyan Life magazine was released at General Conference. It has also been launched on an all-new, more powerful digital platform.
Live streaming available at 13th General Conference
For those who cannot attend the upcoming General Conference in Buffalo, live streaming of the business sessions and rallies will be available.
