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Tuesday, March 29, 2011
Dr. Hamb Sends Out Thanks for Gala Support
Dear CME Members, Missionaries and Friends,
The Gala 2011 Celebration, sponsored by the Balm in Gilead, was held last Friday evening at the Ritz-Carlton Tysons Corner Hotel in McLean, VA. I wish to take this opportunity to thank everyone who supported and/or attended this wonderful event that paid tribute to the effective collaborative partnerships with the Balm in Gilead by the Missionary presidents of the three African American Methodist denominations: Dr. Jamesina Evans (African Methodist Episcopal Church); Dr. Barbara Shaw (African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church) and yours truly (Christian Methodist Episcopal Church).
The highlights of the Gala Celebration were the outstanding collection of songs performed with exuberance by the legendary Mr. Richard Smallwood and Vision, and the phenomenal liturgical dance performance by our own Claudina Pearl Harrison. You may view the photographs from the Gala Celebration at The Christian Index Online (thanks to Dr. Kenneth E. Jones).
Many thanks to Dr. Pernessa Seele, CEO of the Balm in Gilead, for her leadership and vision for the Gala 2011 Celebration, and my family for their support and attendance. I am grateful that four of our CME Bishops were in attendance at the Celebration: Senior Bishop Thomas L. Hoyt, Jr., Patron Bishop Lawrence L. Reddick, III, Bishop Kenneth W. Carter, Chair of the CME College of Bishops, and Retired Bishop William H. Graves, Sr. Thanks to all of our Presiding Prelates and Episcopal Districts for their support. I am grateful for the sponsorships that were provided by the Seventh Episcopal District; General Officers of the CME Church; Women's Missionary Council Executive Committee; Lane College; the Missionary Societies of the First Episcopal District, Fourth Episcopal District, Carolinas Region, New York-Washington Region, Southeast Missouri, Illinois and Wisconsin Region; and the Episcopal Districts that purchased individual tickets. A special thank you is extended to Ms. Theresa Duhart and Mrs. Emma Cox-Lovelace for serving as the CME coordinators of the Gala 2011 Celebration.
Thanks again for your support of me and the Gala 2011 Celebration! May God continue to bless you and our great Zion!
Rejoice,
Dr. Elnora Palmer Hamb, President
Women's Missionary Council
Christian Methodist Episcopal Church
Dear CME Members, Missionaries and Friends,
The highlights of the Gala Celebration were the outstanding collection of songs performed with exuberance by the legendary Mr. Richard Smallwood and Vision, and the phenomenal liturgical dance performance by our own Claudina Pearl Harrison. You may view the photographs from the Gala Celebration at The Christian Index Online (thanks to Dr. Kenneth E. Jones).
Many thanks to Dr. Pernessa Seele, CEO of the Balm in Gilead, for her leadership and vision for the Gala 2011 Celebration, and my family for their support and attendance. I am grateful that four of our CME Bishops were in attendance at the Celebration: Senior Bishop Thomas L. Hoyt, Jr., Patron Bishop Lawrence L. Reddick, III, Bishop Kenneth W. Carter, Chair of the CME College of Bishops, and Retired Bishop William H. Graves, Sr. Thanks to all of our Presiding Prelates and Episcopal Districts for their support. I am grateful for the sponsorships that were provided by the Seventh Episcopal District; General Officers of the CME Church; Women's Missionary Council Executive Committee; Lane College; the Missionary Societies of the First Episcopal District, Fourth Episcopal District, Carolinas Region, New York-Washington Region, Southeast Missouri, Illinois and Wisconsin Region; and the Episcopal Districts that purchased individual tickets. A special thank you is extended to Ms. Theresa Duhart and Mrs. Emma Cox-Lovelace for serving as the CME coordinators of the Gala 2011 Celebration.
Thanks again for your support of me and the Gala 2011 Celebration! May God continue to bless you and our great Zion!
Rejoice,
Dr. Elnora Palmer Hamb, President
Women's Missionary Council
Christian Methodist Episcopal Church
Sunday, March 27, 2011
Friday, March 25, 2011
Arrangements for Mrs. Johnie Hudson,
Sister of Bishop Stewart
Dear Connectional Members and Friends,
It is with regret that we announce the passing of Mrs. Johnie Hudson, sister of Bishop Paul A. G. Stewart, Sr., Presiding Prelate of the Third Episcopal District, CME Church on March 23, 2011.
The services will be held Saturday, March 26, 2011
Viewing 10:30 - 11AM
Funeral Service at 11AM
Wesley United Methodist Church
507 South Jones Avenue
Louisville, Mississippi 39339
(662) 773-2166
Arrangements have been entrusted to:
The Beck Funeral Home
517 North Street
Louisville, Mississippi 39339
Telephone (662) 773-3291
FAX: (662) 773-3349
In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts are to be made payable to, "The Bessie Agnew Stewart Scholarship Trust." Donations and condolences may be sent to Bishop Paul A.G. Stewart, Sr. at The Third Episcopal District, CME Church, 5925 West Florissant Avenue, St. Louis, Missouri, 63136.
Please keep the Stewart and Hudson families in your prayers during this time of bereavement.
Jeanette Bouknight
Executive Secretary
Christian Methodist Episcopal Church
"An Essential Church: Poised for 21st Century Ministry"
Sister of Bishop Stewart
Dear Connectional Members and Friends,
It is with regret that we announce the passing of Mrs. Johnie Hudson, sister of Bishop Paul A. G. Stewart, Sr., Presiding Prelate of the Third Episcopal District, CME Church on March 23, 2011.
The services will be held Saturday, March 26, 2011
Viewing 10:30 - 11AM
Funeral Service at 11AM
Wesley United Methodist Church
507 South Jones Avenue
Louisville, Mississippi 39339
(662) 773-2166
Arrangements have been entrusted to:
The Beck Funeral Home
517 North Street
Louisville, Mississippi 39339
Telephone (662) 773-3291
FAX: (662) 773-3349
In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts are to be made payable to, "The Bessie Agnew Stewart Scholarship Trust." Donations and condolences may be sent to Bishop Paul A.G. Stewart, Sr. at The Third Episcopal District, CME Church, 5925 West Florissant Avenue, St. Louis, Missouri, 63136.
Please keep the Stewart and Hudson families in your prayers during this time of bereavement.
Jeanette Bouknight
Executive Secretary
Christian Methodist Episcopal Church
"An Essential Church: Poised for 21st Century Ministry"
Monday, March 21, 2011
Official Notice:
The 2011 General Connectional Board
The General Connectional Board shall meet in annual session Tuesday through Thursday, May 3-5, 2011, at the Memphis Airport Hotel and Conference Center, 2240 Democrat Road, Memphis, Tennessee 38132. The opening session shall begin at 2 PM on Tuesday, May 3rd. All General Connectional Board members elected by the 2010 General Conference are expected to be present.
Senior Bishop Thomas L. Hoyt, Jr.
The 2011 General Connectional Board
The General Connectional Board shall meet in annual session Tuesday through Thursday, May 3-5, 2011, at the Memphis Airport Hotel and Conference Center, 2240 Democrat Road, Memphis, Tennessee 38132. The opening session shall begin at 2 PM on Tuesday, May 3rd. All General Connectional Board members elected by the 2010 General Conference are expected to be present.
Senior Bishop Thomas L. Hoyt, Jr.
Friday, March 18, 2011
Arrangements for Bro. Edward Duren
Prayers are requested and unity support for the family of the late Mr. Edward Lee Duren Sr., spouse of the late Rev. Emma T. Duren, a past presiding elder of the Charleston-Columbia District, Carolina Region. The Reverend Emma Duren was the first appointed female presiding elder of the 7th Episcopal District by Bishop Oree Broomfield. Rev. Emma Duren was also a former Judicial Council member.
Mr. Duren is survived by one son, Edward L. Duren Jr., of the home, formerly of Chicago, IL, and St. Paul, MN. Mr. Edward L. Duren was a faithful member and supporter of Hanes Memorial CME Church. He traveled throughout the CME Connection with his beloved spouse and supported many connectional causes.
The family can be reached at the home:
3740 Spaulding Drive
Winston-Salem, NC 27105
(336)725-6346
Family Visitation:
Monday, March 21, 2011 at 11 AM
Service of Remembrance:
Monday, March 21, 2011 at Noon
Hanes Memorial Christian Methodist Episcopal Church
819 Highland Avenue
Winston-Salem, NC 27101
Rev. Clarence C. Cox III, Pastor and Eulogist
An Essential Servant,
Marvelle Wilson Willoughby
Carolina Region
Prayers are requested and unity support for the family of the late Mr. Edward Lee Duren Sr., spouse of the late Rev. Emma T. Duren, a past presiding elder of the Charleston-Columbia District, Carolina Region. The Reverend Emma Duren was the first appointed female presiding elder of the 7th Episcopal District by Bishop Oree Broomfield. Rev. Emma Duren was also a former Judicial Council member.
Mr. Duren is survived by one son, Edward L. Duren Jr., of the home, formerly of Chicago, IL, and St. Paul, MN. Mr. Edward L. Duren was a faithful member and supporter of Hanes Memorial CME Church. He traveled throughout the CME Connection with his beloved spouse and supported many connectional causes.
The family can be reached at the home:
3740 Spaulding Drive
Winston-Salem, NC 27105
(336)725-6346
Family Visitation:
Monday, March 21, 2011 at 11 AM
Service of Remembrance:
Monday, March 21, 2011 at Noon
Hanes Memorial Christian Methodist Episcopal Church
819 Highland Avenue
Winston-Salem, NC 27101
Rev. Clarence C. Cox III, Pastor and Eulogist
An Essential Servant,
Marvelle Wilson Willoughby
Carolina Region
Bishop W.E. Lockett Funeral Program
and Pictorial Journal
Dear Connectional Members and Friends,
A Celebration of Life and Service for Bishop Wallace Edward Lockett, the 57th Bishop of the Christian Methodist Episcopal Church, was held on Tuesday, March 15, 2011, at Metropolitan CME Church in Houston, Texas; Rev. Dr. Bobby Best, Pastor; Bishop Henry M. Williamson, Sr., Presiding Prelate of the Eighth Episcopal District and Host Bishop. The Eulogist was Bishop Kenneth W. Carter, the Presiding Prelate of the Sixth Episcopal District and Chairman of the College of Bishops.
On behalf of the Lockett family, the funeral program and pictorial journal are available online. Thanks to Lorenza Butler for making the journal available to us.
Please continue to keep Mrs. Lillie Lockett and the family in your prayers.
Program: www.c-m-e.org/Announcements/funeralprogram_BishopLockett.pdf
Photographs: http://newswirehouston.com/2011/03/15/service-celebrating-the-life-of-bishop-w-e-lockett/
Respectfully,
Bishop James B. Walker, Chair
Bishop Teresa Snorton, Vice Chair
Communication & Information Technology Connectional Department
Senior Bishop Thomas L. Hoyt, Jr., CEO
Jeanette L. Bouknight, Executive Secretary
Christian Methodist Episcopal Church
"An Essential Church: Poised for 21st Century Ministry"
and Pictorial Journal
Dear Connectional Members and Friends,
A Celebration of Life and Service for Bishop Wallace Edward Lockett, the 57th Bishop of the Christian Methodist Episcopal Church, was held on Tuesday, March 15, 2011, at Metropolitan CME Church in Houston, Texas; Rev. Dr. Bobby Best, Pastor; Bishop Henry M. Williamson, Sr., Presiding Prelate of the Eighth Episcopal District and Host Bishop. The Eulogist was Bishop Kenneth W. Carter, the Presiding Prelate of the Sixth Episcopal District and Chairman of the College of Bishops.
On behalf of the Lockett family, the funeral program and pictorial journal are available online. Thanks to Lorenza Butler for making the journal available to us.
Please continue to keep Mrs. Lillie Lockett and the family in your prayers.
Program: www.c-m-e.org/Announcements/funeralprogram_BishopLockett.pdf
Photographs: http://newswirehouston.com/2011/03/15/service-celebrating-the-life-of-bishop-w-e-lockett/
Respectfully,
Bishop James B. Walker, Chair
Bishop Teresa Snorton, Vice Chair
Communication & Information Technology Connectional Department
Senior Bishop Thomas L. Hoyt, Jr., CEO
Jeanette L. Bouknight, Executive Secretary
Christian Methodist Episcopal Church
"An Essential Church: Poised for 21st Century Ministry"
Wednesday, March 16, 2011
Tuesday, March 15, 2011
March 15, 2011
An Announcement to the CME Church from
the 2010-2014 Committee on Episcopacy
and the College of Bishops
After prayerful deliberation, the Senior Bishop of the Christian Methodist Episcopal Church, Bishop Thomas L. Hoyt, Jr. and the chair of the Committee on Episcopacy, the Rev. John W. Honeysucker, make the following announcements regarding Episcopal supervision. These announcements are occasioned by the death of one of our Episcopal leaders, Bishop W. Edward Lockett.
Bishop Lockett's death leaves a void in the leadership of the Christian Methodist Episcopal Church, and specifically in the Fifth Episcopal District.
In keeping with the authority within THE BOOK OF DISCIPLINE, REVISED 2006, specifically within ¶432.7, page 119, and ¶1402, §7, page 432, the Committee on Episcopacy has made the following appointments:
1. The assignment of Bishop Teresa E. Snorton as the Presiding Bishop of the Fifth Episcopal District, effective immediately; and
2. The recall of Bishop Ronald M. Cunningham to active service and the assignment of Bishop Ronald M. Cunningham to the Eleventh Episcopal District, effective immediately.
The Senior Bishop, on behalf of the College of Bishops, also announces the following administrative appointments, in the place of Bishop W. Edward Lockett:
1. The appointment of Bishop Sylvester Williams, Sr., as the chair of the Department of Ministry to Men;
2. The appointment of Bishop James B. Walker as the chair of the Committee on Economic Development;
3. The appointment of Bishop Teresa E. Snorton as vice chair of the CIT Advisory Committee and the CIT Standing Committee, and as vice chair of the Board of Directors of the Connectional Headquarters; and
4. The appointment of Bishop Teresa E. Snorton as representative to the Commission on Pan-Methodism.
Respectfully,
Thomas L. Hoyt, Jr.
Senior Bishop
"An Essential Church: Poised for 21st Century Ministry"
An Announcement to the CME Church from
the 2010-2014 Committee on Episcopacy
and the College of Bishops
After prayerful deliberation, the Senior Bishop of the Christian Methodist Episcopal Church, Bishop Thomas L. Hoyt, Jr. and the chair of the Committee on Episcopacy, the Rev. John W. Honeysucker, make the following announcements regarding Episcopal supervision. These announcements are occasioned by the death of one of our Episcopal leaders, Bishop W. Edward Lockett.
Bishop Lockett's death leaves a void in the leadership of the Christian Methodist Episcopal Church, and specifically in the Fifth Episcopal District.
In keeping with the authority within THE BOOK OF DISCIPLINE, REVISED 2006, specifically within ¶432.7, page 119, and ¶1402, §7, page 432, the Committee on Episcopacy has made the following appointments:
1. The assignment of Bishop Teresa E. Snorton as the Presiding Bishop of the Fifth Episcopal District, effective immediately; and
2. The recall of Bishop Ronald M. Cunningham to active service and the assignment of Bishop Ronald M. Cunningham to the Eleventh Episcopal District, effective immediately.
The Senior Bishop, on behalf of the College of Bishops, also announces the following administrative appointments, in the place of Bishop W. Edward Lockett:
1. The appointment of Bishop Sylvester Williams, Sr., as the chair of the Department of Ministry to Men;
2. The appointment of Bishop James B. Walker as the chair of the Committee on Economic Development;
3. The appointment of Bishop Teresa E. Snorton as vice chair of the CIT Advisory Committee and the CIT Standing Committee, and as vice chair of the Board of Directors of the Connectional Headquarters; and
4. The appointment of Bishop Teresa E. Snorton as representative to the Commission on Pan-Methodism.
Respectfully,
Thomas L. Hoyt, Jr.
Senior Bishop
"An Essential Church: Poised for 21st Century Ministry"
Saturday, March 12, 2011
Passing of Mrs. Elizabeth Daniel Johnson
This is to inform you of the passing of Elizabeth Daniel Johnson on Wednesday, the mother of Mississippi South Region Missionary President Mrs. Faye Foster. Please pray God's comfort and strength for Mrs. Foster, other family members, and friends. The funeral service will be at 11 a.m. on Saturday, March 19, 2011 at Ebenezer CME Church in Richland, MS. You may contact Mrs. Foster at 601-932-5689 or 601-260-6832 for expressions of condolences.
Submitted by Mrs. Gloria Scott, Mississippi South Region
This is to inform you of the passing of Elizabeth Daniel Johnson on Wednesday, the mother of Mississippi South Region Missionary President Mrs. Faye Foster. Please pray God's comfort and strength for Mrs. Foster, other family members, and friends. The funeral service will be at 11 a.m. on Saturday, March 19, 2011 at Ebenezer CME Church in Richland, MS. You may contact Mrs. Foster at 601-932-5689 or 601-260-6832 for expressions of condolences.
Submitted by Mrs. Gloria Scott, Mississippi South Region
Friday, March 11, 2011
Delta Airline Code Number
for Houston, TX Travel
March 11, 2011
Dear Connectional Members and Friends:
This morning, I received the contract from Delta Airlines for discount airfare to Houston, Texas. The Group Code is NY2BW. You may contact Delta at 1-800-328-1111. Since Delta procrastinated in replying to our request for discount travel, I would suggest that if Southwest Airlines or Air Tran is available into Houston Hobby (HOU) where lower fares may be available, please make your reservations on either of these airlines. I sincerely apologize for any inconvenience that the delay in obtaining the information from Delta may have caused.
Jeanette L. Bouknight
Executive Secretary
Christian Methodist Episcopal Church
"An Essential Church: Poised for 21st Century Ministry"
for Houston, TX Travel
March 11, 2011
Dear Connectional Members and Friends:
This morning, I received the contract from Delta Airlines for discount airfare to Houston, Texas. The Group Code is NY2BW. You may contact Delta at 1-800-328-1111. Since Delta procrastinated in replying to our request for discount travel, I would suggest that if Southwest Airlines or Air Tran is available into Houston Hobby (HOU) where lower fares may be available, please make your reservations on either of these airlines. I sincerely apologize for any inconvenience that the delay in obtaining the information from Delta may have caused.
Jeanette L. Bouknight
Executive Secretary
Christian Methodist Episcopal Church
"An Essential Church: Poised for 21st Century Ministry"
Thursday, March 10, 2011
Arrangements for Mr. Edward Jordan
Dear CME Members and Friends,
Bro. Charles Coney, a member of the CIT team, lost his father, Edward Jordan, today after a lengthy battle
with cancer. Here are the funeral arrangements for Mr. Jordan. Condolences
may be sent to: The Coney-Jordan Family, 716 East Oconee Street, Fitzgerald,
GA 31750.
Please keep Charles and his family lifted in prayer.
Blessings,
Theresa Duhart, president, CIT
Dear CME Members and Friends,
Bro. Charles Coney, a member of the CIT team, lost his father, Edward Jordan, today after a lengthy battle
with cancer. Here are the funeral arrangements for Mr. Jordan. Condolences
may be sent to: The Coney-Jordan Family, 716 East Oconee Street, Fitzgerald,
GA 31750.
Please keep Charles and his family lifted in prayer.
Blessings,
Theresa Duhart, president, CIT
Tuesday, March 08, 2011
NOTICE TO MEMBERS OF THE
2010 (37th) CME GENERAL CONFERENCE
STANDING COMMITTEE ON EPISCOPACY
The Committee on Episcopacy of the Christian Methodist Episcopal Church, in accordance with The Book of Discipline of the Christian Methodist Episcopal Church (2006), ¶432.7, page 119, is hereby summoned to meet on March 15, 2011, 3:30 p.m., at Metropolitan Christian Methodist Episcopal Church, located at 8955 S. Freeway in Houston, Texas (Telephone: 713-748-5947), for the purpose of making an Episcopacy assignment to the Fifth Episcopal District.
We mourn the homegoing of Bishop W. E. Lockett, the 57th Bishop of the Christian Methodist Episcopal Church, who was assigned to the Fifth Episcopal District. Our condolences and prayers are extended to Mrs. Lillie Lockett and family. Our sincere regards and abiding support to the Fifth Episcopal District and the entire Christian Methodist Episcopal Church family.
Rev. Dr. J.W. Honeysucker, Sr.
Chair, Committee on Episcopacy
2010 General Conference
Cell: 662-574-1180
Church: 662-328-5161
Senior Bishop Thomas L. Hoyt, Jr., CEO
Jeanette L. Bouknight
Executive Secretary
Christian Methodist Episcopal Church
"An Essential Church: Poised for 21st Century Ministry"
Monday, March 07, 2011
Updated Arrangements for
Services for Bishop W.E. Lockett
Dear Connectional Members and Friends,
Here are the updated funeral arrangements for Bishop Wallace Edward Lockett, the 57th Bishop of the Christian Methodist Episcopal Church and the Presiding Prelate of the Fifth Episcopal District.
Arrangements are as follows:
Memorial Service
Saturday, March 12, 2011, Noon
Miles College Gymnasium
5500 Myron Massey Blvd.
Birmingham, AL 35064
(205) 929-1000
Eulogist: Rev. Dr. Raymond F. Williams
Pastor, Holsey Temple CME Church
Philadelphia, PA
Hotel Accommodations
Comfort Inn
6400 Kelco Place
Fairfield, AL 35064
Telephone: 205-780-5155
Room Rate: $59
Service Celebrating the Life of
Bishop W. E. Lockett
Tuesday, March 15, 2011
Viewing: 9:00 a.m.
Service: 10:00 a.m.
Metropolitan CME Church
8955 S. Freeway
Houston, TX 77051
(713) 748-5947
Rev. Dr. Bobby Best, Pastor
Eulogist: Bishop Kenneth W. Carter
Presiding Prelate, 6th Episcopal District
Hotel Accommodations
Hilton Garden Inn
12101 Shadow Creek Parkway
Pearland, TX 77584
Telephone: 713-340-0110
Hotel Rate: $85
Group Code: Bishop Lockett's Homegoing Celebration
Bishop Wallace E. Lockett
We are still awaiting the contract number from Delta Airlines for discount travel rates.
Condolences may be sent to the family at: The Fifth Episcopal District, Christian Methodist Episcopal Church, 310 18th Street N, Suite 400-D, Birmingham, AL 35203.
We ask that you would continue to be in prayer for Mrs. Lillie Lockett and the family during this time of bereavement.
Senior Bishop Thomas L. Hoyt, Jr., CEO
Bishop Kenneth W. Carter
Chair, College of Bishops
Bishop Lawrence L. Reddick, III
Secretary, College of Bishops
Bishop Henry M. Williamson, Sr.
Host Bishop, 8th Episcopal District
Jeanette L. Bouknight
Executive Secretary
Christian Methodist Episcopal Church
"An Essential Church: Poised for 21st Century Ministry"
Services for Bishop W.E. Lockett
Dear Connectional Members and Friends,
Here are the updated funeral arrangements for Bishop Wallace Edward Lockett, the 57th Bishop of the Christian Methodist Episcopal Church and the Presiding Prelate of the Fifth Episcopal District.
Arrangements are as follows:
Memorial Service
Saturday, March 12, 2011, Noon
Miles College Gymnasium
5500 Myron Massey Blvd.
Birmingham, AL 35064
(205) 929-1000
Eulogist: Rev. Dr. Raymond F. Williams
Pastor, Holsey Temple CME Church
Philadelphia, PA
Hotel Accommodations
Comfort Inn
6400 Kelco Place
Fairfield, AL 35064
Telephone: 205-780-5155
Room Rate: $59
Service Celebrating the Life of
Bishop W. E. Lockett
Tuesday, March 15, 2011
Viewing: 9:00 a.m.
Service: 10:00 a.m.
Metropolitan CME Church
8955 S. Freeway
Houston, TX 77051
(713) 748-5947
Rev. Dr. Bobby Best, Pastor
Eulogist: Bishop Kenneth W. Carter
Presiding Prelate, 6th Episcopal District
Hotel Accommodations
Hilton Garden Inn
12101 Shadow Creek Parkway
Pearland, TX 77584
Telephone: 713-340-0110
Hotel Rate: $85
Group Code: Bishop Lockett's Homegoing Celebration
Bishop Wallace E. Lockett
We are still awaiting the contract number from Delta Airlines for discount travel rates.
Condolences may be sent to the family at: The Fifth Episcopal District, Christian Methodist Episcopal Church, 310 18th Street N, Suite 400-D, Birmingham, AL 35203.
We ask that you would continue to be in prayer for Mrs. Lillie Lockett and the family during this time of bereavement.
Senior Bishop Thomas L. Hoyt, Jr., CEO
Bishop Kenneth W. Carter
Chair, College of Bishops
Bishop Lawrence L. Reddick, III
Secretary, College of Bishops
Bishop Henry M. Williamson, Sr.
Host Bishop, 8th Episcopal District
Jeanette L. Bouknight
Executive Secretary
Christian Methodist Episcopal Church
"An Essential Church: Poised for 21st Century Ministry"
Arrangements for St. Louis District
Missionary President Mrs. Barbara Hill
Please share this information with all Missionaries, Laity and Clergy across the Connection.
Visitation: Wednesday, March 9, 2011
9-11 AM
Lane Tabernacle CME Church
910 Newstead Ave.
St Louis, MO 63108
Phone: 314-533-0534
Fax: 314-531-8611
When: Funeral Service Wednesday, March 9, 2011
Where: Lane Tabernacle
Time: 11 AM
Burial: Jefferson Barracks
Repast: Kappa House
Services Entrusted to Austin Layne Mortuary
Cards and calls can be sent to her spouse at the address below:
Mr. Earl Hill
5677 Madlar
Florissant, MO 63034
Phone: 314-355-7096
Submitted by Dr. Elnora P. Hamb,
Women's Missionary Council President
Missionary President Mrs. Barbara Hill
Please share this information with all Missionaries, Laity and Clergy across the Connection.
Visitation: Wednesday, March 9, 2011
9-11 AM
Lane Tabernacle CME Church
910 Newstead Ave.
St Louis, MO 63108
Phone: 314-533-0534
Fax: 314-531-8611
When: Funeral Service Wednesday, March 9, 2011
Where: Lane Tabernacle
Time: 11 AM
Burial: Jefferson Barracks
Repast: Kappa House
Services Entrusted to Austin Layne Mortuary
Mr. Earl Hill
5677 Madlar
Florissant, MO 63034
Phone: 314-355-7096
Submitted by Dr. Elnora P. Hamb,
Women's Missionary Council President
Saturday, March 05, 2011
Services for Bishop Wallace Edward Lockett
Dear Connectional Members and Friends,
Bishop Wallace Edward Lockett, the 57th Bishop of the Christian Methodist Episcopal Church and the Presiding Prelate of the Fifth Episcopal District, made his transition on Thursday, March 3, 2011 while returning home from a mission trip to Africa.
Arrangements are as follows:
Memorial Service
Saturday, March 12, 2011
Miles College
5500 Myron Massey Blvd.
Birmingham, AL 35064
(205) 929-1000
Service Celebrating the Life of Bishop W. E. Lockett
Tuesday, March 15, 2011
Metropolitan CME Church
8955 S. Freeway
Houston, TX 77051
(713) 748-5947
Rev. Dr. Bobby Best, Pastor
Please note that the time for the Memorial Service and the Service Celebrating the Life of Bishop Lockett have not been set. Additional information will be disseminated as it becomes available.
Condolences may be sent to the family at: The Fifth Episcopal District, Christian Methodist Episcopal Church, 310 18th Street N, Suite 400-D, Birmingham, AL 35203.
Information on discount airfare for travel on Delta will be available on Monday, March 7, 2011.
We ask that you would continue to be in prayer for Mrs. Lillie Lockett and the family during this time of bereavement.
Senior Bishop Thomas L. Hoyt, Jr., CEO
Bishop Kenneth W. Carter, Chair
College of Bishops
Bishop Lawrence L. Reddick, III, Secretary
College of Bishops
Bishop Henry M. Williamson, Sr.
Host Bishop, Eighth Episcopal District
Jeanette L. Bouknight
Executive Secretary
Christian Methodist Episcopal Church
"An Essential Church: Poised for 21st Century Ministry"
Dear Connectional Members and Friends,
Bishop Wallace Edward Lockett, the 57th Bishop of the Christian Methodist Episcopal Church and the Presiding Prelate of the Fifth Episcopal District, made his transition on Thursday, March 3, 2011 while returning home from a mission trip to Africa.
Arrangements are as follows:
Memorial Service
Saturday, March 12, 2011
Miles College
5500 Myron Massey Blvd.
Birmingham, AL 35064
(205) 929-1000
Service Celebrating the Life of Bishop W. E. Lockett
Tuesday, March 15, 2011
Metropolitan CME Church
8955 S. Freeway
Houston, TX 77051
(713) 748-5947
Rev. Dr. Bobby Best, Pastor
Please note that the time for the Memorial Service and the Service Celebrating the Life of Bishop Lockett have not been set. Additional information will be disseminated as it becomes available.
Condolences may be sent to the family at: The Fifth Episcopal District, Christian Methodist Episcopal Church, 310 18th Street N, Suite 400-D, Birmingham, AL 35203.
Information on discount airfare for travel on Delta will be available on Monday, March 7, 2011.
We ask that you would continue to be in prayer for Mrs. Lillie Lockett and the family during this time of bereavement.
Senior Bishop Thomas L. Hoyt, Jr., CEO
Bishop Kenneth W. Carter, Chair
College of Bishops
Bishop Lawrence L. Reddick, III, Secretary
College of Bishops
Bishop Henry M. Williamson, Sr.
Host Bishop, Eighth Episcopal District
Jeanette L. Bouknight
Executive Secretary
Christian Methodist Episcopal Church
"An Essential Church: Poised for 21st Century Ministry"
Friday, March 04, 2011
How the CME Discipline
speaks to times such as these
Para. 437.5. Unless otherwise directed by the General Conference, the College of Bishops shall, upon advice of the Legal Counsel, make the legal decisions and take the steps necessary to preserve and protect the interests of the Christian Methodist Episcopal Church (The Book of Discipline of the ChristianMethodist Episcopal Church, 2006).
Thursday, March 03, 2011
Bishop Teresa Snorton Reflects
on the Loss of Bishop W.E. Lockett
March 3, 2011
The missions team, currently traveling in the 11th Episcopal District, is devastated to hear of the death of our brother and fellow traveler, Bishop W. E. Lockett.
On February 17, 2011, Bishop Lockett traveled with us to South Africa, Zambia, DR Congo and Uganda. He, along with us, had a glorious time in the Lord meeting the people at the annual conferences. On Wednesday, March 2, 2011, Bishop Lockett left the team, as scheduled, to return to the US to prepare for next week's Alabama Spring Convocation. He was visibly tired but wished us well as he left for the airport. On Thursday afternoon, we learned of his untimely death while on his way back home. We are heartbroken, but were witnesses to the joy of his last days.
Our deepest sympathy is extended to Mrs. Lillie Lockett and his family, and to his CME church family. We have lost a great warrior. Pray for them and for us as we continue the mission trip. We are scheduled to be back in the United States on Wednesday, March 9, 2011.
Bishop Teresa E. Snorton
Presiding Prelate of the 11th Episcopal District
Rev. Dewayne GoLightly
General Secretary, Department of Evangelism and Missions
Mr. Clifford Harris
General Secretary, Department of Lay Ministry
Rev. Mary McKinney, Florida Region
Reverends Alfred and Claudia Harrison,
Executive Assistants to the 10th and 11th Episcopal Districts
on the Loss of Bishop W.E. Lockett
March 3, 2011
The missions team, currently traveling in the 11th Episcopal District, is devastated to hear of the death of our brother and fellow traveler, Bishop W. E. Lockett.
On February 17, 2011, Bishop Lockett traveled with us to South Africa, Zambia, DR Congo and Uganda. He, along with us, had a glorious time in the Lord meeting the people at the annual conferences. On Wednesday, March 2, 2011, Bishop Lockett left the team, as scheduled, to return to the US to prepare for next week's Alabama Spring Convocation. He was visibly tired but wished us well as he left for the airport. On Thursday afternoon, we learned of his untimely death while on his way back home. We are heartbroken, but were witnesses to the joy of his last days.
Our deepest sympathy is extended to Mrs. Lillie Lockett and his family, and to his CME church family. We have lost a great warrior. Pray for them and for us as we continue the mission trip. We are scheduled to be back in the United States on Wednesday, March 9, 2011.
Bishop Teresa E. Snorton
Presiding Prelate of the 11th Episcopal District
Rev. Dewayne GoLightly
General Secretary, Department of Evangelism and Missions
Mr. Clifford Harris
General Secretary, Department of Lay Ministry
Rev. Mary McKinney, Florida Region
Reverends Alfred and Claudia Harrison,
Executive Assistants to the 10th and 11th Episcopal Districts
We Mourn the Loss of the 57th Bishop
of the CME Church
Bishop Wallace E. Lockett
After his election to the Episcopacy at the 37th General Conference in Mobile, AL in June 2010, Bishop Lockett was appointed to serve as the presiding prelate of the 5th Episcopal District, which includes Alabama and Florida. Prior to his election as bishop, he had served several years as pastor of the Metropolitan CME Church in Houston, TX. Final arrangements are forthcoming.
Let us remain in prayer for Mrs. Lillie Lockett and the Lockett family.
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