After Hurricanes, Gulfside Ministry Marches On

In 2023, Mississippi Conference-related entity, Gulfside Assembly in Waveland celebrates its 100-year anniversary. Gulfside started as the only place for African Americans on the Gulf Coast to find relaxation and spiritual renewal during the Jim Crow era. Due to destruction caused by multiple hurricanes, much of Gulfside has been demolished, but with the help of generous donors, Gulfside looks to return to its former glory. Click here to read about the plans for Gulfside’s revitalization during the celebration of its 100-year anniversary.

Annual Conference Session Booths Now Available

The 2023 Session of the Mississippi Annual Conference offers conference-related agencies and other organizations a place to showcase their ministries and services to the clergy, laity and visitors who attend annual conference. Display booths at the 2023 session provide a space where you may showcase materials and discuss your ministries and services one-on-one with interested individuals. The conference will be held from Tuesday, June 27 through Friday, June 30 at the Cadence Bank Arena (formerly BancorpSouth Arena) in Tupelo. Click here for more information, guidelines and to apply for limited available booth space. Booth space is limited to 45 spaces this year.

Sign up for a Lead Like Jesus Encounter

The Lead Like Jesus Encounter is a 10-hour encounter that introduces Jesus as the greatest leadership role model and a unique formula for leadership development. Discover the difference between power-based and love-based leadership by clicking here. Contact Rev. Jason Zebert in the faith community formation office at jzebert@mississippi-umc.org or 769.243.7073 to schedule a Lead Like Jesus Encounter for your group or church.

Purchase an Ad in the 2023 Circuit Rider Souvenir Journal

The Circuit Rider Souvenir Journal will serve as a go-to guide for the 2023 Session of the Mississippi Annual Conference. Churches, colleges, small groups, businesses and organizations are welcome to purchase ads in the Circuit Rider Souvenir Journal. We also welcome congratulations for ordinands and retirees, and honorable recognitions for laity, clergy, district superintendents and Bishop Lewis. Click here to view ad options and to purchase.