Lay Member to Annual Conference

Title: Lay Member to Annual Conference

Purpose: Connect the congregation to the wider United Methodist Church – national and global. Advocate for St. Luke’s as a representative to Annual Conference.

Responsible to: Senior Pastor

Description of duties:
Advocate for the church laity and community. Build awareness of our church vision within the congregation. Attend UMC Annual Conference.

Time requirements:
4-5days in the summer to attend the Annual Conference.

Term: 3yr

Training and Resources:
Guidelines for Lay Leader/Lay Member, Book of Discipline,
UMC Social Principles.

Skills and gifts:  Faith, Discernment and Leadership

Benefits to one serving in this role:
Fellowship with your community. Global awareness.

Created by Karin Wesson:      10/6/2010