Kansas Nebraska Annual Conference
124th Session
1st AME Church, Kansas City, Kansas
Minutes
September 8, 1999
7:00am
Worship ServiceBishop Vernon Byrd was the Pulpit Conductor: Rev. Sylvia Harris gave The Prayer. The Preacher of the hour was Rev. Ben Finnell and the sermon title was "To whom shall we go" Scripture John: 6:53-59 & 66-68. Rev. Finnell challenged us that we have some to go.
8:40am
- Devotions by the Worship Leaders9:00am
- Bishop Bryd called the 124th session of the Kansas Nebraska Conference into session. Presiding Elder Ted Evans moved that the 1st 5 rows be used as the conference boundaries. Bishop Byrd suggested that we use the first 3 rows across the front of the church as the conference boundaries. This motion was moved and second. The Bishop asked all members to work and move within the conference boundaries.Bishop Byrd requested that the Role call be read.
Rev. Clinton L. Stancil called the role. Each Minister gave Bible verses
The following person were not present:
Itinerant Elders
Euzell Ball – reported in route
Joe Bywaters – Reported in route, he later answered the role, however he had to leave because of a shortage of teachers.
Loyce Clay – Reported in route
Theodore Lee – No Answer
Penny Pitchford – In route, she answered the role later
Mary Ross – Absent due to health reasons
Doretha Horn – Absent due to health
Edgerton Taylor – In route
Itinerant Elders absent because of transfers
Rev. Joseph H. Forbes
W.F. Dancy
Charles Farris
John Curtis Foster
Shirley Hermance
Ronald Williams
Corrections to the role: Rev. Sylvia Harris stated that her name was Sylvia Ann Harris.
Superannuated
Nathaniel Harper reported he was in a nursing home
Holly Jerome reported in route
The Memorial Committee was referred the name of Glenda Warren who is deceased.
Itinerant Deacons
It was reported that the name of Willie Morris was not called but was added to the role.
Robert Eugene Biekman – Elder Evans reported he was on the grounds but was not present
Robert Chatman - Came in later
Local Elders
Lenora Alice Hunter – Reported in nursing home
Albert Robinson
James Hugh – Reported as deceased and referred to the memorial committee
Local Deacons
Robert Eden
Herbert Jones – It was reported that was the second time he did not answer the role
W.C. Shelton reported on Rev. Erleen Clairborne
Licentiates
David Wayne Author
Shaun Ball
Carl Fells
Rev. Cunningham reported that Shavonne Holmes was in route.
Sharon Stokes
The name of Will James Curry was left off the role
President of the women Missionary Society
Betty Dean
Director of the Youngs Peoples department
Ellen Jones
Bishop’s call for Transfers
P. Albert Williams transferred from Northwest Missouri to Kansas Nebraska
Portia Cavitt transferred form the Puget Sound to Kansas Nebraska
Gwendolyn Phillips transferred from the Southern California Conference to Kansas Nebraska
Rev. Coates transferred from the Southern California Conference to Kansas Nebraska
Jonathan Rhone transferred from the Northwest Missouri to the Kansas Nebraska
The organization of the conference was called for:
Rev. Theodore Evans moved the motion for the following:
Chief Secretary – Rev. Clinton L. Stancil
Assistant: Secretary – Rev Ben Finnell
Assistant: Secretary – Margaret Riley
Statistical Secretary – Rev. Sylvia Harris
Music Department:
Rev. Author Carter
Mrs. Alberteen Jennings
Worship Leaders: Rev. Jerome Jefferson and all the licentiates
Finance committee:
Rev. Hughes, Cousins, Calloway, Drew, Rhone, Baker
Bishop suggested that Portia Cavitt be added to the finance committee
Publicity Committee:
Rev. Penny Pitchford
Rev. Penny Pitchford stated that they need more advance notice as well as a budget to complete the work and distribute it in a timely manner.
Rev. Drew presented papers where he had advertised and placed ads in the paper.
Rev. Pitchford also wanted it to be noted that there was a lack of women representation on major committees participating in the conference.
Dr. Calloway stated that women were included in all aspects of the conference throughout the week.
Bishop Bryd stated the church is different from Corporate America: Dr. Calloway made note of the Rev. Sylvia Harris.
Marshall’s
Rev. Leon Burley
Rev. Robinson
Rev. William Ellison Drew
Bishop Assistant: Nedra Locke
Motion Passed:
Bishop called for the calling of the delegates form both districts"
Bishop then ask all the delegates from the Electoral College to stand, they were recognized for being present.
Bishop Byrd then called for the Board of Examiner reports:
The Dean, Dr. Kevin Calloway and the Board presented all candidates to the Bishop and the Bishop inquired of each one, "are you saved." A copy of that report is reflected in the minutes
Bishop Byrd then called for the Presiding Elder reports
Presiding Elder Evans gave his 14th Report, he thanked the Pastors for their work and he thanked God for looking after him: A copy of that report is reflected in the minutes
Elder P. Albert Williams stated that he would give his report later due to it not being available at that time. Elder Williams obtained his report and gave his 53rd report to the conference: A copy of that report is reflected in the minutes.
The Bishop called for the reading of the reports:
The reports were read by:
St. Matthew Bonner Springs, Rev. Joe Bywater
St. Luke KCK, Rev. Frank Grey
St. John Omaha Nebraska, Rev Jonathan Rhone
Grant Chapel Wichita, Rev. Anthony Hughes
Due to time constraints the Bishop called for a 5-minute recess to prepare for the Women Missionary noonday service.
Rev. Author Carter requested that all interested singers gather in the choir stand, to prepare for the
Noon-day service.
Noonday service began promptly at 12 noon
Worship Leader: Sara Sowell
Call to Worship: Rosemary Finnell
Scripture: Psalms 100 by Sheila
Invocation: Laura Johnson
Introduction of the speaker: Theodore Evans
Preacher: Rev. Andrew Rollins Pastor Quinn Chapel Omaha Nebraska
Scripture: Romans 8:37 Title: "A story that conquers fear"
Rev. Rollins challenged us "to be more than conquers
Invitation: Elder Evans
Rev. Drew gave announcements
Women in mission were meeting during the lunch hour
Robert Chapman reported to the secretary that he was present
Conference was adjourned for lunch to resume again at 3:00 PM
3:00pm
Conference resumed with the worship leaders and their powerful worship service
The Bishop gave instructions to continue with the Conference reports:
The following reports were made with a copy reflected in the conference minutes
*Rev. Jethro Syrus from St. Paul AME, gave another one of his 19 resounding reports and tearfully announced he was retiring from the Ministry. Presiding Elder Williams stated he was there when he started his ministry and that he was a "giant in the ministry." Elder Evans spoke of the talks he has had with Rev. Syrus over the years and he mentioned that he was there for the church dedication. Each one of the Pastors who tutored under the teachings of Rev. Syrus gave heart wrenching testimonies of the impact Rev. Syrus has had on their lives and that through his teachings they have become effective leaders. The delegate from St. Paul along with his wife spoke about this great man of God. Rev. Syrus was described as a Friend, Husband, Pastor and a Teacher who always taught Love. Bishop Byrd stated that the Pastors should take note of the work that Rev. Syrus has done in this area of God’s vineyard.
St. Paul KCKS, Rev. Mark Smith
St. Paul Wichita, Rev. S.A. Cousins
Bethel Coffeyville, Rev Cornelius Austin
Bethel Manhattan, Rev. Sudie White
Bethel Leavenworth, Rev. Donald Baker
New Bethel KCKS, Rev. Adolphus Favors
St. Mark Topeka, Rev. Author Carter
St. James Brown Chapel, Rev. Clinton Stancil
St. James Lawrence, Rev. Edgerton Taylor
St. James Ark City, Rev. Joseph Taylor
Ward Chapel, Rev. Johnetta Shelton
Grant Chapel, Rev. Johnetta Shelton
Complete copies of these reports are reflected in the minutes.
The Conference was adjourned, to resume again with the opening worship service.
7:00pm
Opening Worship Service:Call to Worship: LC Drew
Opening Hymn: Rev. Jonathan Rone
Called to Prayer: Rev. Adolphus
Invocation: Rev. Frank Grey
Old Testament: Rev. Steven Cousins
New Testament: H.T. Cunningham
The Gospel: John DeVeaux
The Decalogue: Rev. CN Austin
The Missionary Offering: Rev. Anthony Hughes
Presentation of the Bishop: Elder P. Albert Williams
Presentation of the preacher: Bishop Vernon R. Byrd
The Sermon: Dr. Kelvin Calloway
Scripture Romans 10: 1-10
Title: Saved Church
Dr. Calloway challenged us to become a "Saved Church" not a church of "Sanctified Ignorance." He stated he loved the church but his hope is in God
The Invitation:
Given by Rev. Portia Cavitt
The Offertory: Bishop Byrd requested that each Minister give at least $100 dollars.
An offering of $3,000 was given by the Women’s Missionary Society.
The Clergy and Lay Members of the Conference gave an offering of $3,768.
An offering of 2,700 dollars was received from visiting guests, which included:
Rev. D.W. Dancy
Rev. John Hill
Presiding Elder Branch
Presiding Elder Foster
Presiding Elder Finney
Presiding Elder Forbes
Rev. Sylvester Lattermill
Rev. Darryl Walker
Rev. Mark Smith
Rev. Donna Roberson
Rev. Simpson
Rev. Murph
Rev. Miley
Presiding Elder O.H. Brown
Rev. L. Fisher Hines
Mrs. Cheltenham
Rev. Perkins
Rev. St. James
Rev. Dancy
Rev. Farris
Jerry Morris
Rev. Ronnie McCowan
Rev. Moses Johnson
Rev. Allen Williams
Rev. Elaine Williams
Rev. Warren Freeman
Rev. Wright
Rev. Ovin
A special offering of $100.00 was sent by Rev. Leslie White
Additional Announcements
Delegates and Lay Presidents were asked to meet with Cedric Patton immediately following the service.
Bishop Vernon R. Byrd encouraged all non-allergic persons to attend the 7am Worship services. Rev. Mark Smith will give the message from St.Paul AME, Kansas City, Kansas.
Rev. Murph will give the noonday service message from Brookins AME in Los Angeles California.
Service ended with the Benediction, given by Rev. Kelvin T. Calloway.
Kansas Nebraska Annual Conference
124th Session
1st AME Church, Kansas City, Kansas
Minutes
September 9, 1999
7:00am
- ServicePrayer: Sylvia Harris
Scripture: Euzell Ball
Psalm 55:6
Title: With out Wings
Rev. Mark Smith of St. Paul KCKS
Rev. Smith moved us as he instructed us that our wings are not ready but we will get our wings.
9:00am
- The Conference was called into session with the minutes read by the Chief Secretary. The following corrections have been noted on the minutes.Corrections:
Rev. Austin stated his name should have been pronounced C.N. Austin.
Rev. Lauttermill stated he was a Candidate for Head of the Connectional Music Department.
The minutes reflect Rev. Theodore Lee answered roll call.
The Bishop stated that Rev. Leslie White is a Candidate for Bishop
The name Mark Smith should have been read Ronald Smith
The name of Rev. Rachel Williams was left off of the guest role.
The Rev. Gwendolyn Phillips Coates stated that she is a Reverend.
The Rev. Leander Emmanuel Coates gave us the correct pronunciation of his name
and also stated his report was read on September 8th, 99
Mary France Everett reported that the Women in Ministry meet during the lunch hour with Rev. Brenda Hayes.
9:35am
- Bishop asked the Electorial College to stand, they then adjourned to Trinity AME Church to elect their delegates.Lay President, Quadric Patton asked the Bishop "can an Electoral College delegate serve as an annual conference delegate?" Presiding Elder Ted Evan stated "smaller churches can but larger should send at least two delegates."
Presiding Elder P. Albert Williams stated that we need to make sure both delegates were elected.
Bishop requested a list of all the delegates.
9:50am
- Delegates adjourned to Trinity AME Church for their elections. The hymn "Everything is going to be alright was sung."9:55am
- Bishop called all Itinerant Ministers into the first five rows to prepare for the voting of the delegates. The Bishop stated that we had a total of 42 Itinerant Ministers and 22 would be needed to elect a delegate. He also stated that we should not vote for less than eight and if their names are not listed, names can be written in.Presiding Elder Evans moved that the Rev. Rueben Eckels be the teller for the vote of the delegates. The motion was moved and passed by the Conference.
Presiding Elder P. Albert Williams moved that Rev. Johnetta Shelton and Verdell Taylor serve as the clerks.
10:07am
- The voting began with the passing out of the Ballots.10:40am
- Votes were completed, with the final numbers reflected in the conference minutes. The following persons were elected delegates from the Kansas Nebraska Conference:Rev. Kelvin Calloway
Rev. Steven Cousins
Rev. L.C. Drew
Rev. P. Albert Williams
Rev. Anthony Hughes
Rev. Jonathan Rhone
Rev. Leander Emmanuel Coates
Rev. Portia Coates
Bishop called for all the delegates to stand and be recognized.
10:55am
- The vote began for the alternate delegates, the final copy of the report will be reflected in the minutes. The following persons were elected alternate delegates:Rev. Mark Smith
Rev. Donald Baker
Rev. H.T. Cunningham
Rev. Arthur Carter
Rev. Euzell Ball
Rev. Verdell Taylor
Rev. Stanley Harris
Rev. C.N. Austin
Presiding Elder Evans commended Rev. Shelton, Rev. Taylor, Rev. Eckels and Rev. Drew for their excellent service as clerks and tellers.
12:00pm
- Hour of Power ServiceWorship Leader: L. Fisher Hines
Call to Worship: Rev. Grady Ray Brown
Prayer: Rev. Johnetta Shelton Payer
Scripture: Rev. Monise Jackson
Introduction of Speaker: Elder Branch
Speaker: Freddie Murphy
Scripture: Isiah 54:17
Title: Get back because you can’t touch this
3:27 pm
- The Conference resumed. The Bishop requested that the list of the lay delegates be announced by Nedra Locke. He also requested that the Lay Delegates stand. A copy of the lay delegates election will be reflected in the final minutes.3:45pm
- The Rev. Jonathan Rhone stated that the delegation go to the general conference with the expressed purpose to bring Bishop Byrd back to the 5th district. Because of the request, Bishop Byrd requested that Elder Branch preside over that motion. The motion was second by Rev. C.N. Austin, Sister Gertrude Jackson and Sister Doris Bailey.Brother Shields asked the Bishop if there is a tie between two delegates, will there be a run off? The Bishop stated "only if you don’t have a Bishop."
4:15pm
- A call was placed for the continuation of the Pastoral reports. A copy of those reports will be reflected in the final minutes. The following churches gave their reports:Allen Chapel, Rev. H.T. Cunningham
Quinn Chapel, Rev. Andrew Rollins
Then the Rev. Loy C.Clay presented the Bishop with a present of jumping flowers.
Trinity AME, Rev. Kelvin T. Calloway
Bethel AME, Rev. Portia Cavitt
First AME, Rev. L.C. Drew
St. Mark Topeka, Rev. John DeVeaux
Hiawatha Circuit, Rev. Jerome Jefferson
Presiding Elder Evans stated that the Hiawatha Circuit was the smallest of all the circuits but they always paid their funds on time.
Brown Chapel, Rev. Mary Frances Everett
Rev. Drew gave announcements
4:55pm
- The meeting was adjournedThe minutes reflect that there was a Historical March from the Jack Reardon Civic Center to First AME church, proclaiming Men retaking their roles in the church, homes and in the community. The Following clergy were present:
Rev. L.C. Drew
Rev. Anthony Hughes
Rev. Clinton L. Stancil
The march ended at First AME Church, with motivational speakers, who moved that Men should return to their role as Men.
7:00pm
- Ecumenical night service beganPresiding: Rev. Grady Brown
Call to Worship: Rev. L.C. Drew
The Hymn of Praise: Rev. Theodore Lee Sr.
The Invocation: Rev. William E. Drew
Old Testament: Rev. Clinton L. Stancil
New Testament: Rev. Steven Cousins
The Decalogue: Rev. Joe Bywaters
Benevolent Offering: Rev. Leon Burley
Introduction of the Speaker: Rev. Grady Brown
The Message: Rev. Jackie Vaughn
Scripture: Matthew 9:36-38 Title: Understanding the time he was moved with compassion
Invitation: Rev. Benjamin Finnell
The Finance Committee came forth for the offering. The Bishop requested that each Minister give $200, plus an additional $200 for their spouse. Bishop Byrd lead with an offering of $400 dollars from himself and Mrs. Byrd. Total Monies received was 6,001, which was presented to Paine Theological Seminary.
The Presentation of the honorees for outstanding service:
Rev. L.C.Drew presented an award to John Henderson for his service.
Rev. Jonathan Rhone presented an award to Douglas MacArthur Moore, he was in route.
Benediction was given by the Preacher of the evening.
Kansas Nebraska Annual Conference
124th Session
1st AME Church, Kansas City, Kansas
Minutes
September 10, 1999
7:00am
Service speaker was the rev. HT CumminghamScripture Isaiah 40:31
Message Wings of Eagles
8:40am
- Devotions by the Worship Leaders9:05am
Bishop called for the reading of the minutes. The minutes were read with the following corrections.Finance Committee New total Bishop Byrd $400.00 check had been counted as $40.00 the new total was $6,361.00 last years total was 6,305.00
Preachers for the 7:00pm service was Jack Vaughn instead of Jackie
Rev. Carter sated the minutes should reflected when the conference choirs sings. That reflection has been added to the minutes
9:25am
- Bishop Bryd called the Conference into session. With the continuation of the pastoral reports. The following reports were given with a copy reflected in the final minutes.Allen Chapel Omaha Rev. Stanley Harris
Bishop complemented his report for taking time to recognized his Elder
Ward Chapel Rev. Euzell Ball
Myers Chapel Rev. Loyce C Clay
Rev. Clay presented the Bishop with a pen and umbrella
Bishop stated we should be free in the Holy Spirit
Mt. Olive Emporia Rev. Ben Finnell
Halls Chapel Newton Rev Farris
Rev. Marion Jones
Rev Jones stated after 46 years of ministry she would like to step aside from pastoring for a while even though she is no ways tired. She stated she knew the Lord did not bring her this far to leave her now. Presiding Elder Ted Evans moved she be supernumerary until she feels she wants to pastor again.
Rev Ronnie stated he would gladly have her as part of his staff at St. John
Allen Chapel Rev. Stanley Harris
Bethel Rev. William Drew
Wellington Rev. Viola Jones
The minutes reflected the presence of Mrs. Hugh the wife of the late Rev. Hugh. We thank God for her presence.
Claytor Chapel Rev. Albert Robinson
Grant Chapel Rev. Albert Robinson
Grant Chapel Rev. Slyvia Harris
St. Luke Lawrence Rev. Verdall Taylor
Quinn & Brown Chapel Rev. Margette Tinney
St. Paul Ottawa Rev. Leon Burley
Campbell Chapel Rev. Theodore Lee
11:45
Break for the Hour of Power12:00
Hour of powerWorship Leader Rev. Leslie White
Pryar Rev. Shaun Menction
Scripture Rev Reben Eckels
Message Dr.. Cecil Howard General Connectional Sectary
3:15
Worship leaders3:35
Rev. Ronne and Rev Cousins on behalf of the Omaha Wichita district presented the Elder with a scrap bookRev. Frank Clay and Rev. LC Drew recognize Presiding Elder P. Albert Williams
Bishop then called for the finance report. Copy reflected in the final minutes. Report read by Rev. Steven Cousins. Rev. Hughes stated his name was left off the report.
Bishop called for the Sunday school Report. Copy reflected n the final minutes
Bishop ask the Sunday department and the Presiding Elders to sit down together
The Board of Examiners gave an addition to there and presented three candidates who were not present on Wednesday to the bishop.
Bro. Eden Local deacon
Angle Perryman Admissions
David Wayne Author Interinant Deacon
It was noted that Bro. Beikamn was not present because he had to return to Payne.
Session Closed at 4"35pm
7:00pm
The Lay night service under the direction of Mr. Cedric Patton the lay presidentThe lay presented us with a narrative of our history as AMES.
Call to Worship by Bro. Cedric Patton
Prayer by Bro. Wade Banks
Scripture by Sis. Rosie Horn
Invitation by Bro. Harold Sheilds
The lay move us and challenge us to remember our rich history as those who have paved the way for us.
A copy of the program is reflected in the final minutes.
Kansas Nebraska Annual Conference
124th Session
1st AME Church, Kansas City, Kansas
Minutes
September 11, 1999
7:00am
service with the preacher of the hour Rev. Verdall Taylor, Pastor of St. Luke Lawrence Kansas9:30am
Business secessionCorrections:
Frank Gray stated his name was pronounce Frank Clay
Rev. Steven Cousin indicated his name did not have a s on the end.
Lay night service was left off the minutes
10:00 am
Election of trustees the following persons were electedElder P. Albert Williams
Elder Ted Evans
Rev. John Rhone
Rev. L.C. Drew
Rev. Anthony Hughes
Rev. Donald Baker
Rev. Kevin Calloway
Rev. Steven Cousin
Rev. Porshe Cavaitt
Rev. Leander Coats
-Lay Members-
Leola Marks
Spencer Ambel
Nadine Terry
Bishop stated that the trustee carry on the temporal affairs of the church
10:20am
Bishop called for abandoned propertyRev. Jerome Jefferson talked about our church at Highland Kansas with only one member and no plumbing. The matter was referred on to the conference trustees.
10:37
Board of examiners made a supplemental report and presented the following persons to the bishop:Ms. Sandra Kay Sutton-Nevils to be admitted on trail
Bro. Samuel Q Ksyer seeking local status
Bishop moved both be pass on!
11:00am Ordination Service
The preacher of the hour was the Rev. Dr. Simon Perkins, Pastor of St. James AME Church St. Louis Missouri. The 5th district Pastor of the year as voted by the lay organization.
The scripture lesson was form Jeremiah 12:5 The sermon was entitle " The Tragedy of Inadequacy" compelling the ordinates to be all they can be for Christ.
Bro. Calvin Eden and Sis. Sylvia Drew were Ordained as Local Elders
Bro. David Arthur and Willie Curry Ordained Itinerant Deacons
Rev. Willie Morris was ordained a local elder
The following persons were consecrated Deaconesses, Sisters Willie Mae Knight, Almentia Beard, Charlene McCalop, Loreen Norman, Lola Broils, and Mary Traylor.
The Rev. Arthur Carter, Minister of Music, Kansas/Nebraska Conference, directed the combined Kansas/Nebraska, rendering anthems, and songs of praise, throughout the Conference worship services, assisted by the Rev. Sylvia Drew, and Sister Albertina Jennings.
6:00PM
YPD ServiceThe Kansas/Nebraska Y.P.D utilized their special God-given gifts in worship and as they presented the play, "This Train is bound For Glory." (Can’t touch that thing!); and are commended for the community service project at the Glanville Towers where each resident received a care package and floral arrangements for each floor.
Master of Ceremonies: Marion Jones
Call to Worship: Corey Lee
Prayer: Adia Bell
Old Testament: Donna Bell
New Testament: Janell Wright
Decalogue: Everett Fletcher
Welcome: Ashley Love
Offering: Tiniquea Saunders, Holly Brown and Ronald Marks Jr.
The youth adjourned to the YMCA for the youth night activities.
Kansas Nebraska Annual Conference
124th Session
1st AME Church, Kansas City, Kansas
Minutes
September 12, 1999
2:00pm
Memorial ServiceWorship Leader: Rev. Leon Burley
Greetings: Rev. Sudie White
Hymn: Rev. Verdell Taylor
Prayer: Rev. Albert Robinson
Scripture: 1st Thessalonians 4:13-18 Rev. Leon Burley
Remarks: Rev. Sudie White
The following Pastors were memorialized:
Rev. Glenda Warren
Rev. James Huff
Leroy Nesbritt
3:00pm
Commissioning Service of the 124th Session of the Kansas Nebraska ConferenceCall to Worship: Rev. L.C. Drew
Opening Hymn: Rev. Leander Coates
Call to Prayer: Rev. Clinton Stancil
Invocation: Rev. Clinton Stancil
Old Testament: Psalms 70, Rev. Stanley Harris
The Epistle: II Timothy 4, Rev, Johnetta Shelton
The Gospel: Mathew 10:1-16, Rev. Anthony Hughes
The Decalogue: Rev. Donald Baker
Missionary Offering: Rev. Euzell Ball
The Litany: Rev. Vernell Taylor
Presentation of the Bishop: Presiding Elder Evans
Sermon: Rt. Rev. Vernon R. Byrd
Scripture: Proverbs 30
Title: Two Things Before I die
1.) One Vanity and Lies
2.) Two Proverty nor Riches
Invitation: Rev. Andrew Rollins
Bishop called for Resolutions to be read aloud. The resolution was read by Rev. Johnetta Shelton. A copy will be reflected in the final minutes.
Presentation of Certificates
Certificates were presented by Episcopal Supervisor Mrs. Theora Byrd to the Womens Missionay Society. A copy of those certificates will be reflected in the final minutes.
Bishop Byrd recognized the conference officers, trustees, delegates both lay and clergy. A copy of those persons will be reflected in the final minutes.
4:22pm
The Commissioning service began with the following appointments:
Pastoral Reports to be added!