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Symbols and prayer during Annual Conference 2017
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This year, you may notice a number of additional worship elements during the 2017 Annual Conference for the Baltimore-Washington Conference of the United Methodist Church. The worship team has made several intentional attempts to provide a thoroughly spiritual atmosphere throughout our week...

Consent Calendar forms available on website
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Pursuant to the Conference Rules, the reports from all program and administrative committees have been placed on the consent calendar (cc). (No action item, resolution or petition shall be included on the consent calendar.) These items do not require Conference action and will be received...

Frequently Asked Questions about Annual Conference 2017
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 How do I connect to the hotel’s wireless connection? Check for any available wireless network. Connect to MARRIOTT CONFERENCE. Launch a web browser. When prompted, enter the conference code – AC2017.The Welcome page will display and you can browse the Internet. When roaming...

Matilda Tavenner
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Matilda Tavenner, 84, the wife of the Rev. Julian A. Tavenner, a retired Elder, died May 24, 2017, at the Quincy Nursing Home in Quincy, Pa., after a short illness. A graveside service was held June 4 at the Blue Ridge Cemetery in Thurmont. Matilda Lee Tavenner was born June 11, 1932, in...

Before you arrive at Annual Conference
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Clergy and lay annual conference members have gathered in past years for an informational session prior to Annual Conference. This year, in lieu of the that gathering, we are providing all conference-related materials online for attendees to peruse and download at their convenience. Before you...

Statement from Bishop LaTrelle Easterling: May 23, 2017
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Once again, I am combing Scripture for another passage I can use to address a senseless death. Once again, I am trying to come to grips with the hatred that leads to the death of another innocent human being. Once again, I am wiping my tears and the tears of those who grieve and mourn these...