Jefferson Reporter

Dear Friends,

One of my favorite functions as a bishop is to participate in “Bishop’s Days in the District.” I love being in each district to meet with individuals and groups for dialogue, information-sharing and worship.

The focus during the 2022 district days is on providing information related to discipleship, disaffiliation and continued affiliation in our conference and denomination. This will include follow-up on my annual conference “state of the church” presentation as well as an update on the work of the NAC3 team.* [Click here to read my 2022 "state of the church" presentation. Click here to view the video.]

The North Alabama Conference District Days dates for 2022 are:

• Central and South Central—Tuesday, August 30
• Cheaha—Thursday, September 22
• Mountain Lakes—Wednesday, August 31
• Northeast—Wednesday, September 21
• Northwest—Wednesday, September 7
• Southeast—Tuesday, October 18
• Southwest—Monday, October 3

We are in a time in our denomination and conference when accurate and up-to-date information is of utmost importance. All church leaders, clergy and lay, are invited to attend a “Bishop’s Day in the District.” The specific schedule for the gatherings is available through the district offices.

I look forward to seeing many North Alabama United Methodists at this fall’s district days. As always, it is a privilege to serve as your bishop.

Blessings,

Debra Wallace-Padgett

Resident Bishop

Holston and North Alabama Conferences

*The NAC3 team was convened this past spring to discern a path forward together in mission and ministry for North Alabama United Methodists, including traditionalists, centrists and progressives. The three Cs in NAC3 reference commitment to Christ, Community and Clarity.

Original source can be found here.