2021 Annual Conference
22nd Annual Conference Session | May 24-25, 2021
Annual Conference is a yearly session for clergy and lay members to worship, learn about programs and conduct the business of the United Methodists of Greater New Jersey.
Livestream Sessions and Recap
Watch livestream sessions of Day 1 and Day 2 of the 2021 Annual Conference.
- Monday, May 24| Watch here
- Tuesday, May 25| Watch here
- Recap of the two-day session | Read here
2021 Annual Conference Journal
Download the PDF 2021 Annual Conference Journal
- Clergy and Lay Member directories are not included for privacy purposes. Please contact your Regional Administrator for assistance.
Participation Downloads and Resources
- 2021 Pre-Conference Workbook updated 5.25
- 2021 Pre-Conference Workbook Addendum
- Participants Guide
- Bulletin for Ordination and Commissioning Worship Service
- View Frequently Asked Questions
- Photo Gallery of Worship Services
- Make a pledge or an offering to Miracles Everywhere. You can also donate here or by texting Miracles Everywhere to 77977.
Agenda for Monday, May 24
| 9:00 a.m. | Episcopal Address |
| 9:20 a.m. | Organizing the Conference |
| 9:30 a.m. | Legislation | Leadership Report: Leadership Development & Lay Leader | Legislation: Nominations | Leadership Report: Congregational Development & A Journey of Hope: Ending Sin of Racism | Legislation: JoH |
| 10:30 a.m. | Service of Remembrance |
| 11:30 a.m. | Legislation | Advanced Specials, Equitable Comp, Standards for Parsonages, Arrearage, Pension and Health Benefits, 2021 Insurance Guidelines, Church Closures |
| 12:15 p.m. | Miracles Everywhere Offering |
| 12:30 p.m. | Adjourn |
Agenda for Tuesday, May 25
| 8:30 a.m. | Service of Passage Reading of Appointments |
| 9:00 a.m. | Leadership Report: Financial Overview
Legislation | Legislation: Designated Fund legislation, Intersectional Peace with Justice, Making the Educational Society of the GNJAC a subcommittee of the Board of Higher Education and Ministry, Itemized Shared Ministries Statements and Remittance Forms, Presenting Recommendations – Rule III 19, Inclusive Nomination Process to the General and Jurisdictional Conference |
| 10:30 a.m. | Ordination Service | View Worship Service Bulletin |
| 12:30 p.m. | Adjournment |