Association of Annual Conference Lay Leaders

Purpose
The purpose of the Association shall be to initiate strategies and policies to strengthen the presence and voice of laity in the United Methodist Church, to enable a mutual ministry among lay people and clergy alike as set out in the Book of Discipline of The United Methodist Church, to exchange information concerning the lay ministry of The United Methodist Church and to take any and all action deemed desirable by the Association to promote and support lay ministry. The Association shall also provide conference lay leaders an opportunity to share experiences, ideas for ministry, and educational opportunities for its members.

 

Vision Statement
Empowered laity, partnering with clergy, offering Christ to the world.

 
Mission Statement
In leading United Methodists to make disciples of Jesus Christ, we will:
  • Enable the mutual ministry of lay and clergy
  • Strengthen the voice and presence of laity
  • Equip our members for spiritual leadership throughout the world

 

 


Officers 

Northeastern Jurisdiction 

Southeastern Jurisdiction 

North Central Jurisdiction 

South Central Jurisdiction 

Western Jurisdiction 

Central Conferences


GBOD STAFF CONTACT

Sandy Jackson
Director of Connectional Laity Development
General Board of Discipleship
PO Box 340003
Nashville TN 37203-0003
615-340-7179
Fax: 615-340-7055
E-mail: sjackson@gbod.org

 

 

 

 

Interested in reprinting this item? Please read Copyrights & Permissions