Tentative General Conference dates publicized
Special Session of General Conference 2019, St. Louis, MO After the pandemic-caused postponement, the new prospective dates for The United Methodist Church’s General Conference are Aug. 31-Sept. 10, 2021. The Council of Bishops disclosed the proposed dates, including...
UMC bishops condemn Russia’s attacks on civilian targets
July 24, 2024 The Council of Bishops released a statement on July 24 about Russia’s attack on civilian targets. Read the full statement...
UMC bishops condemn divisive rhetoric and political violence
Council of Bishops The United Methodist Church Press Release for immediate release July 16, 2024 Following the recent assassination attempt on former President Donald J. Trump, the world is in deep sorrow and reflection. We absolutely condemn this act of violence. As...
UM leaders reflect, pray, call for peace following Trump assassination attempt
July 14, 2024 The Council of Bishops lifted up the statement from Bishop Cynthia Moore-Koikoi, Western Pennsylvania Conference, following the events of this past weekend. She said in part, "Our hearts are grieving and broken due to the tragic events surrounding the...
Bishop assignments, budget approved at Southeastern Jurisdictional Conference
The 2024 SEJ Conference was a mixture of worship and business from Wednesday, July 10 through Friday, July 12. On Wednesday, July 10, Bishop Ken Carter gave the State of the Church report, the Racial Bias Task Force shared their report, and the SEJ...
2024 Virginia Annual Conference: Wrap-up
You can view all the proceedings of VAUMC 2024 by visiting the archived livestream of the 242nd session: https://vaumc.org/ac2024/. You can view photos from the event at the conference Flickr page. The 2024-2025 Appointments can be found here. The theme for the...
Annual Conference 2024: Session 5 Wrap-up
The final session began with Singing Our Faith. Bishop Sue called the session to order at 8:41 AM. Bishop Sue called the body to the resolution from Friday afternoon. There was a motion to suspend the rules, which was approved. A motion was made to create a Commission...
Annual Conference 2024: Session 4 Wrap-up
The Memorial Service began with Bishop Sue leading the procession of families of those being remembered during the service. The names of the honored dead: bishops, clergy members, clergy spouses, and lay members were read as candles were lit. Mr. William T. Greer...
Annual Conference 2024: Session 3 Wrap-up
The June 21 morning session opened with Singing our Faith. Bishop Sue opened the session at 8:41 AM and called on Blair Ellis, Mission Rivers District, to pray. Rev. Jenny Day and Rev. Lauren Wright, co-Chairs of COSROW, shared the Monitoring Report. They shared...
Annual Conference 2024: Session 2 Wrap-up
Bishop Sue Haupert-Johnson opened the business session for June 20 reminding us what the three movements of the Spirit are: The theological movement from prevenient grace to sanctification. This is the movement of the Holy Spirit in the human heart. The historical...
Annual Conference 2024: Session 1 Wrap-up
Bishop Sue Haupert-Johnson called the 242nd Annual Conference into session this morning. Bishop Sue then invited the oldest member (Rev. Jim Godwin) and the youngest member (Mr. Benton Crigger) to lead us in prayer. The worship began with interpretive dancing to...
Free Robes & Commentary
We are giving away 2 robes. A man's robe fits someone 6' x-large. Woman's Spirit Robe size large for someone around 5' 5"Also a set of Interpreter's Bible in 12 volumes copyright 1952.We can bring them to Annual Conference if anyone is interested.Susan...
Free Small Indoor Play Structure
TOT Preschool at Sydenstricker UMC has a small play structure that is no longer needed. The slide is 13.5 inches wide and 6 feet long and each of the three mats is 3 feet by 7 feet. Folded, the structure is 6 feet long by 46 inches high by 2 inches deep and set up it...
The Commission on Ethnic Minority Concerns and Advocacy (CEMCA) 2024 Annual Report
The Commission on Ethnic Minority Concerns and Advocacy (CEMCA), according to our stated mission, is called to advocate for the full and equal participation of all ethnic and racial constituents in the life and mission of the Virginia Annual Conference, to be a voice...
Post-General Conference Zoom webinar recording, FAQ document
The Virginia Conference held a post-General Conference Zoom webinar on Thursday, May 9 at 7 p.m. The panel included Bishop Sue Haupert-Johnson; Rev. Lindsey Baynham Freeman, head of the Virginia delegation; and delegates Rev. Mark Ogren, Marshall Bailey, and Rev. Dr....
Bishop Sue recaps love, acceptance at General Conference
On the last day of General Conference, the end of the two-week event that included one week of legislative committees and one week of plenary sessions, Bishop Sue provided a wrap-up of this General Conference session and what she hopes the Virginia Conference focuses...
Bishop Sue, delegates share reaction following removal of ban on ordination of gay clergy
During the morning plenary on Wednesday, May 1, the General Conference body removed The United Methodist Church’s ban on the ordination of clergy who are “self-avowed practicing homosexuals” with approval at 93% amongst other legislation on the Consent Calendar. Read...
Virginia Conference Announces Newest Staff Member, Rev. Dr. Jason Stanley
The Virginia Conference of the United Methodist Church is pleased to announce its newest staff member starting July 1, 2024. Rev. Dr. Jason Stanley will be the Director of Call and Candidacy for the Office of Clergy Excellence. Building on a solid foundation laid by...
Journal 2023
2023 Journal in one filePages by Section (pdf files):Cover PageI. II. and III. Conference Officials, The Common Table for Church Vitality, and Boards, Commissions and CommitteesIV. Rolls of Conference MembersV. Daily ProceedingsVI. Business of the Annual...
Journal 2023
2023 Journal in one filePages by Section (pdf files):Cover PageI. II. and III. Conference Officials, The Common Table for Church Vitality, and Boards, Commissions and CommitteesIV. Rolls of Conference MembersV. Daily ProceedingsVI. Business of the Annual...
Ministry innovation is focus of upcoming appointment to New Town UMC, campus ministry
April 8, 2024 Rev. Ryan LaRock is projected to be appointed July 1, 2024 as chief visionary for New Town UMC, Mission Rivers District, and as campus minister and director of the Wesley Foundation at William & Mary in Williamsburg. The appointment offers an...
VAUMC will join in moment of silence on April 8 for Bishop Whitaker
The Virginia Conference UMC membership is asked to join together in remembering and honoring Bishop Timothy Whitaker on Monday, April 8, 2024. Bishop Whitaker’s Memorial Service will be held on Monday April 8, 2024, at 1:30 p.m. at Johnson's United Methodist Church in...
Addressing Disinformation in The United Methodist Church
Read Bishop Sue's letter as a PDF April 4, 2024 To the members and friends of the Virginia Conference of The United Methodist Church: As we approach the convening of the postponed 2020 General Conference in Charlotte, N.C., I must address the varying types of...
Bishop Sue, Kammerer offer reflection following passing of Bishop Timothy Whitaker
Bishop Timothy Whitaker, retired, passed away on Thursday, March 28, 2024. Bishop Whitaker was assigned as Resident Bishop of The Florida Conference in 2001 and served for three four-year terms in Florida until his retirement in 2012. Funeral services will be held...
Kits for Annual Conference 2024
Dear Friends, The Conference Missional Engagement Office thanks Annual Conference members and churches for their patience for the release of the Kits for Conference initiative information. We know you all have been eagerly awaiting next steps for this initiative, and...
Information related to 2024 Clergy Appointments
March 26, 2024Bishop Sue would like to share Sunday, April 21, 2024 will be Announcement Sunday for the 2024 Clergy Appointments. This is following the precedent set last year of sharing all appointments in one announcement. She and the Appointive Cabinet recognize...
UMC Bishops call for Ceasefire in Gaza
UMC COUNCIL OF BISHOPS--As bishops of The United Methodist Church, we call for an immediate and permanent cease-fire in the conflict between Hamas and Israel in Gaza and pledge our prayers and commitment to work for a durable peace for Israelis, Palestinians, and all...
Heritage: March Subscription Special
March Special: Discover Your Pot O’ Gold!Are you ready to delve into the treasure trove of Virginia United Methodist history? Look no further! During March, we’re rolling back our subscription prices to the 2023 levels.What is Heritage? Published by the Virginia...
Ask The UMC: What is regionalization?
If you are in or around United Methodist leadership circles, you may have heard the word “regionalization” more frequently in recent months. In this series, Ask The UMC will explore the ways that regionalization already exists for central conferences and the...
Resource UMC: Genera Conference 2024
All the current information for General Conference 2024. Read More...
Trinity UMC (Alexandria) Celebrates 250th Anniversary
Alexandria Fixture Has Reached Milestone with Faith and Fortitude It pre-dates the United States and has built a centuries-long legacy of community service and social justice. Through ups and downs and multiple locations, Alexandria’s first Methodist church has...