Event Information

Annual Conference is an exciting time to celebrate what God is doing throughout the Free Methodist Church and we want you to be part of it. Find out how you can make the most of the Annual Conference Experience.

Attend Annual Conference

If you are attending in person, you’ll find everything you need to enjoy a wonderful day together.

Watch Online

Watch live with us on May 14, 2022, or watch at any time through our archived video links.

Voting

If you are a voting member of the Free Methodist Church in Southern California, it is both your honor and responsibility to vote for our church leaders. Find out how.

Standing Rules

Our standing rules provide a structure for how we do business and make decisions at Annual Conference. Read the complete set of rules online.

Boards and Committees

Free Methodists are a diverse group of believers, hailing from all walks of life. Our leadership across the Southern California conference mirrors that diversity through a commitment to an equal mix of clergy and lay leaders (non-clergy), the empowerment of traditionally underrepresented people, and the engagement of communities across the broad socioeconomic spectrum that makes up Southern California.

Superintendents

Superintendents provide for vision alignment and implementation, leadership development, and guidance for the administration and growth of the church.

Board of Administration

The standing administrative committee of the conference, established to create and manage policy of the entire conference within the limits of the Book of Discipline.

Nominating Committee

Responsible for preparing for the annual conference a list of nominations for positions vacated by either resignation or expiration of terms.

Ministerial Education & Guidance Committee

Responsible for qualifying, guiding, counseling, and mentoring candidates for ordination as they prepare for ministry.

Ministerial Appointments Committee

Responsible for appointing qualified ministers to ministries and monitoring progress and growth.

Kingdom Ministry Group

Develops sustainable and vital Free Methodist Societies by sponsoring church planting projects and caring for societies requiring revitalization.

Finance Committee

Reviews and recommends action on all matters concerning financial actions of the local church and the conference at large.

The Management Group

Provides oversight for The Management Group, a for-benefit corporation of the FMCSC that provides bookkeeping and administrative services for eligible ministries.

Membership

We like to say that “it’s good to belong.” Within the Free Methodist Church, our elders are members of a ministerial tradition that seeks to disciple effective church leaders and grow ministries.

Incoming Leaders

Join us in welcoming our new Ministerial Candidates and incoming Elders for 2022.

Ministerial Members

Meet our elders serving throughout Southern California and beyond.

Annual Conference Delegates

Our delegates vote for leaders, provide feedback during decision making, and are an essential part of Annual Conference each year.

Memorials

We remember those who have gone on to be with Christ and celebrate their impact on the Kingdom of God.

Greetings from Special Appointments

Not every elder is appointed to a traditional church ministry. Hear from elders who serve in unique ministries around the world.

Attend Annual Conference

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Worshipping Online

Annual Conference 2021 was unique in that it was held entirely online over four days. To lead worship, we brought together an incredible group of musicians from across the conference.

We’re excited to be back together and in-person on Saturday, May 14, 2022! We want to make sure your experience is as great as possible, so please take a moment to review the information below. If you are interested in watching the service online either the day-of or on-demand, you may also use our online streaming service.

Watch Online

Location

Azusa Pacific University
901 East Alosta Avenue
Azusa, CA 91702

Drive north on Citrus and turn right on University Way at the signal to enter the parking lot.

  1. Parking
  2. Registration
  3. Upper Turner Campus Center

APU provides free on-campus parking in Lot A for attendees of Annual Conference 2022.

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Agenda

We have an incredible event planned with opportunities to learn more about the Southern California conference and be part of shaping what we do together. Experience life-giving worship and keynotes that will help you in your ministry work.

Saturday, May 14, 2022
9am to 5pm

Time Session
8:30am Check-In Begins
9:00am Session One: Opening
10:30am Break
10:45am Session Two: Business
12:00pm Lunch
1:30pm Session Three: Global Church
2:30pm Honoring Our Superintendents
3:15pm Break
3:30pm Session Four: Ordination
4:30pm Reception
5:00pm Dismissal

Questions & Answers

How many days is Annual Conference?

In our original save-the-date email, you might have read that Annual Conference was two days. Annual Conference 2022 is just one day: Saturday, May 14, 2022 from 9am-5pm.

Where is Annual Conference?

This year we are joining back together at Azusa Pacific University in Upper Turner Campus Center. It will be an exciting time to worship, learn, and connect.

Are meals provided?

This is a church event… of course there’s food! In addition to snacks throughout the day, we’ll also provide lunch during our mid-day break. If you have specific dietary needs, please let us know while registering.

Is an online option available?

Yes, we will provide an online feed the day of Annual Conference and on-demand if you would like to participate virtually. If you choose to join us online, you do not need to register to attend below.

What COVID precautions are being taken?

We will continue to follow all current California and Los Angeles County guidelines for COVID safety. Additionally, we will provide markers that can quickly show your comfort level for interaction to make your experience a positive one.