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III. DAILY PROCEEDINGS OF THE NEW YORK ANNUAL CONFERENCE

A. ROLL CALL

clergy MeMbers

Angel Abakah, Elizabeth Abel, Glenn Adone, Ebenezer Aduku, Soon Ahn, Gabriel Akinbode, Denise Allen, Mark Allen, Richard Allen, Esther Amartey-Amarh, Yuri Ando, Jessica Anschutz, Bruce A. Anspach, Samuel A. Arhin, Dale Ashby, David Ball, Oliverio Barrera, Delores Barrett, Michael Barry, Lynda Bates-Stepe, Stephen Bauman, Sheila Beckford, Magaly Beltre, Stefanie Bennett, Caroline Berninger, Jennifer Berry, Carol Bloom, John Blossom, Brian Bodt, Kenneth Bohler, Melvin Boone, Kimberly Bosley, Lisa Bosworth, Melissa Boyer, Anne-Marie Bracket, Elizabeth Braddon, Tisha Branch, John Brandon, Adrienne Brewington, Gennifer Brooks, Mendis P. Brown, Karen Burger, Bradley Burns, Dorothy Caldwell, John Capen, Thomas Carney, Jacqueline Carter, Johnny Ceasar, Sejin Cha, Noel Chin, Kun Sam Cho, Dong Hyun Choi, Oon Choi, Young Choi, Inkoo Chung, Patricia Chuppe, David Clegg, Michael Cobb, Kenneth Coddington, John Cole, David Collins, Karen S. Cook, Dyanne Corey, Janet L. Cox, Joseph Crockett, Bronco H. Crooke, Jody Cross-Hansen, Doug Cunningham, Leo W. Curry, Matthew Curry, David Czeisel, Alex da Silva Souto, Doris Dalton, T Anne Daniel, Wesley Daniel, Hermon Darden, Eileen Daunt, Delois Davis, Arlene Dawber, R.Randy Day, Ed Dayton, Lorraine De Armitt, Kathryn Dickinson, Prince Donkor, Scharlise Dorsey, Carol Downs, Leslie Duroseau, Nikki Edleman, Gordon A R Edwards, Richard Edwards, Karen Eiler, Robert Emerick, Martha Epstein, Jacob Eun, Joseph Ewoodzie, Peggy Fabrizio, Karina Feliz, Charles Ferrara, Carlos Figueroa, M. Craig Fitzsimmons, Eric Fjeldal, Paul Fleck, Vicky Fleming, Vicki Flippin, Rebekah Forni, Carl Franson, John D. Fritz, Kregg Gabor, Penny Gadzini, Rafael Garcia, Herron Gaston, Michael Gebhard, John Gerlach, Caroly Gibson, Cathy Gilliard, David A. Gilmore, Sara Giron, Tom Goodhue, Susan Goodman - Chupungco, Sara Goold, Esau Greene, Kai Greer, Robert Grimm, Roy Grubbs, Walter Haff, William Hagerty, Juhye Hahn, Zintack Hahn, Emily Hall, Gia Hall, Hugh Hamilton, Lydia Han, Youngsook Han-Kim, Richard L Hanse, Kristina Hansen, Philip Hardt, Maxine Harris, Lori Hartman, Richard Hayes, Lynn Hazel, Adeline Hazzard, Huibing He, David Henry, Robert Hewitt, Paul Hibbard, Peola Hicks, Gregory Higgins, Melissa Hinnen, Kevan Hitch, Janet Hodge, Beverly Hodges-Fairweather, Jeffrey Hooker, Margaret Schramm Horn, Ed Horne, Marion Hubbard, Vera Isaacs, Akio Iyoda, Fred Jackson, Kent Jackson, Roger Jackson, Michael Jenkins, Sonia A. Jermin, Wongee Joh, Cedric Johnson, Sabrina Johnson Chandler, Dorett Johnson-Agu, David Jolly, Marlene A Jones, David Wongeun Kang, Miyoung Kang, James Karpen, Tammie-Rae Keeler, Kenneth Kieffer, Chongho James Kim, Churl Kim, Jane Kim, Jay Kim, Jinwoo Joshua Kim, John Joung-Seek Kim, Kwang-il Kim, Moonsook Kim, Namsuk Kim, Steve Kim, Suhee Kim, Sungchan Kim, Tom (Gye Ho) Kim, Younghoon Kim, YoungJu Kim, Yountae Kim, Jin Kim, Jack King, Victoria Kittoe, Robert Knebel, Steven Knutsen, Cecile Koppmann, Margaret Laemmel, Sara Lamar-Sterling, Bruce Lamb, Mary Langley, Chermain Lashley, James Law, Simeon Law, Dorlimar Lebron Malave, Lydia Lebron-Rivera, John LeCain, Bridgette LeConey, Dai Hoon Lee, John-Joonwoo Lee, Jongbum Lee, Roslyn Lee, Samuel J. Lee, Sun Joo Lee,

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Sungmu Lee, Won Tack Lee, YongBo Lee, Yongyeun Lee, Robert Leibold, Phyllis Leopold, Donna LeRoy, Michelle Lewis, Chrstine Lindeberg, Pearlena Lobban, Bernadette Logan, Halley Low, Kirk Lyons, Thomas MacLeod, Douglas Madlon, George Mangan, David Mantz, Sandra B. Mantz, Barbara Marks, Luisa Martinez, Lea Matthews, Douglas McArthur, Paul Meador, Tony Mecca, Kathleen Meyerson, James Midgley, Clayton Miller, Herbert Miller, Lori Miller, Robert Milsom, Wendy Modeste, Karen Monk, Jung Ung Moon, James Moore, Sandra Moore, Ann Morgan, Beverly Mary A. Morris, Dorothy Morris, Harold Morris, Jennifer Morrow, Marvin Moss, Sung Moy, Kevin Mulqueen, Gertude Nation, Willard Nichols, Maxine Nixon, Edward Norman, Marjorie Nunes, Dora J. Odarenko, Douglas Osgood, Robert Osgood, Elizabeth Ott, Gene Ott, Randy Paige, Wendy Paige, Constance Pak, John Parille, Hyoungkyu Park, Luke Park, WooYoung Park, Iwy Patel-Yatri, Crystal Paul-Watson, Steven Peiffer, Zhaodeng Peng, Patrick Perrin, Sharon Petgrave, Terry Pfeiffer, William Pfohl, Narcisse Philips, Joseph Piccirillo, Carmen Denise Pickett, Allen Pinckney, David Piscatelli, Sharon Pizzo, Lucy Porter, Parker Prout, Matthew Querns, Morais Quissico, Jason Radmacher, Erik Rasmussen, Andrea Raynor, Angela M. Redman, Kathleen L. Reynolds, Timothy Riss, Hector Rivera, Luonne Rouse, Charles Ryu, St Clair Samuel, Debra San Pablo, Siobhan Sargent, Peggy Ann Sauerhoff, Matt Schaeffer, Barbara Schaffer, Catherine Schuyler, Jerri Schwarz, Laurel Scott, Jordan Scruggs, John Senkewich, William Shillady, Seungho Shin, Gainus Sikes, John Simmons Jr., Eldon Simpson, Robert Simpson, Heather Sinclair, Carrie Smallwood, William Smartt, Denise Smartt Sears, Andrea Smith, Paul Smith, Bonnie Snyder, Bette Sohm, Milagros Solorzano, Jody Spiak, Karin Squires, Dee Stevens, James Stinson, Cecil Stone, YangHee Christine Stopka, Ian Straker, Scott Summerville, Alpher Sylvester, Elon Sylvester, Rhonda Taylor, Kent Terchunian, Heidi Thomas, John Thomason, Robert Thompson-Gee, Amy Tompkins, Ross Topliff, Godfrey Uche, Joseph Upole, Marva Usher-Kerr, Joanne Utley, Chuck Van Houten, James Van Schaick, Ximena Varas, James Veatch, Tom Vencuss, Elisa M Vicioso, Javier Viera, Martha E. Vink, Stephen Volpe, Robert Walker, Pauline Wardell-Sankoh, Joseph Emerson Washington, Kirtland Watkins, Jeff Wells, Elaine E. Welsh, Marcia White-Smith, Linda Willey, John Williams, Elizabeth Williams, Julia Winward, John L. Wood, Claire Wu, Min Seok Yang, Seung Kwon Yang, Julia Yeon Hee Yim, Ben D. Yoo, HyoungDock Yoo, Arthur Yost, Christopher Yount, Moshing Yuen, Charlie Yun

clergy non-MeMbers

Jan Benson, Onick Bouquet, Nelson Garcia, Omar Hall, Chang Jeong, Kelvin Jones, Dong Kim, Donghyun Kim, Enrique Lebron, Leo Lee, Nelson Ngoy, Bobby Outterson-Murphy, Ferdinand Serra, John Young

lay MeMbers

Matthew Airall, Betsy Allen, Stephen Allen, Randy Alstadt, Lisa Alterno, Alfred Amponsem, Beverly Anderson, Claudia Anderson, Joe Andreana, Patricia Archibald, Mikayla Armstrong, Rebecca Asedillo, Laura Ashby, Daniel Asibuoh-Sarpong, Gilberto Atkinson, Lauriston Avery, Lisa Badore, Sheila Bailey-Jacob, Jeanette Baker, Jeanne Baker, Steve Bambina, Douglas Barry, Anna Bates, Robert Batson, Nancy Beisler, Howard Bell, Marie Bell, Mary Belle, Robert Benincasa, Dorothee Benz, Iris Berry, Edward Bjork, Monique R. Blount, Patsy Boisvert, Shirley Bollin, Cecelia Boswell, Egan M. Bovell, Charlene Brauns-Schindler, Alice Brenner, Mary Brevigleiri, Frederick Brewington, Diane Burkhardt, Amelia Byer, Susan Bynum,


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Beth Capen, Sarah Capers, Sharon Carley, Dorothea Carson, Ursula Carter, Wayne Carty, Laurie Casey, Barbara Castleberry, Pablo Chan, Shaw-Juin Chen, Lois Chenkus, Margaret Clegg, Deborah J Clifford, Donna Coddington, Leeann Coffin, Jane Coleman, Glenn Cooper, Sharon Coyner, Ann Craig, Billy Crowder, Kathleen D’Aries, Yukari Day, Samuel Deibler, Marcia Demos, Paul Dengler, Angella Depass, Steven Derby, Michele Dexter, Olga Diaz, Johanny Dickson, Junior Dixon, Myra Dixon, Susan Dolce, John Donlon, John Donzella, Sharyn Donzella, Cora Doram, Patricia Doty, Thomas Doty, Gail Douglas-Boykin, Linda Douglas-Smith, John Downs, Colleen Dresser, George Dresser, Michele Duggan, Patricia Durkin, Frederick Dymek, Dianne Edgerton-Norman, Barbara Edwards, Hon Eng, Carolyn Hardin Engelhardt, Janet English, Jeff English, Gail Erdie, Stephen Ernst, Jennifer Esposito, Jerry Eyster, Myong-Cha Ferrara, Elaine Fiore, Carl Fisher, Amelia Fisk Foote, William Flipse, Alexander Flores, Dorothy J. Flournoy, Stephanie Foote, Geoffrey Fowler, Shirley Francis, Tiffany French-Goffe, Marilyn Fuller, Veronica Fulmore Darby, Betty Gannon, Sandra Gardinier, Alan Garman, Betty Gastelua, Danny Gastelua, Susan Gill, Chan K.P. Gillham, Diane Giugliano, Cindy Glover, Gale S. Godwin, Gary Gomes, Joseph Gordon, Holly Beth Gorenbergh, Donna Graham, Ethel Grant, Susan Greenfield, Rebecca Grudzina, Megan Hale, Robert Hale, Joanne Hall, Denise Hall-Barley, Paul Hamann, Carmen Hamilton, Denise Hamilton, John E. Hamilton, Jona Hamilton, Robert Hancock, Jr., Horace Hanniford, Kathy Hanse, Patricia Hansen, Alfred Hanson, Margaret Hanson, Jennifer Harmer, Wanda Harris, Shirley Harrison, Diane Hatton, Gary Hayes, Leslie (Les) Hazelton, Janet Heaney, Sarah Henris, Gwendolyn Higgins, Judith Holcomb, Patricia Holder, Diane Hornaday, Margaret Howe, Karen Hudson, Bonnie Huey, Raymond Huey, Robert Hunsinger, Kimberly Huppert, Lori Janson, Margaret Jerrell, Cynthia Johnson, Les Johnson, Mary Johnson, Lawrence Jones, Harriet Jonquiere, Joycalyn Jordan, Deborah Judisky, Carol June, Susan Kalbaugh, Jacqueline Kayata, Debbie Kerr, Jaewon Kim, Thea Kindos, Jeanne King, Beverley Kirby, Eugene Knoth, Paul Kozlowski, Douglas Kretsch, Mary Ellen Kris, Catherine Kubik, Princess Lamb, Claudia Lampel, Judith Lang, Paul Lang, Frances Langley, Joan Langton, Traci Larson, Lorraine Leak, Lillian Leary, Donald H. Lee, Donald H. Lee, Sanghyub Lee, Sung-ok Lee, Young Hoon Lee, Susan Levenberg, Danielle Levine, Evana Lewis, Roena Littlejohn, Gladis I. Lobato, Linda Loglisci, Judith S. Loukides, George Love, Rebecca Lowe, John Luck, Kathleen Mace, Ed Mackey, Maria Maine, Karen Mallgraf, Linda Mandracchia, Sharon Martelack, Myla Martin, Peter Mascaro, Patricia McGarry, Judith E. McRae, Leonard Mecca, Melodye Merola, Derek Miller, Sylvia Miller, Jeremy Mills, Velma Mitchell, Barbara Moody, Tracy Moore, Sandra Morgan, William Morse, Louise Mueller, Judy A. Muhleman, Courtney Mulkins, Joan Murray, Misao Naito, Caroline Nanton, Veveine Nation, Rynn Naylor, Benjamin Nelson, Samuel Newman, Patricia Newton, Arthur Ng, Harold Niver, Patricia Niver, Daryl Norman, Jamie Novesteras, Holly O’Brien, Kelly O’Hara, Alice Olosunde, Ohiro Oni-Eseleh, Hemlata Parmar, Valerie Paul-Greenaway, Adelaida Perez, Tina Pershing, Daniel Pettit, Christie Pierce, Sally Pike, Bobby Pinckney, Dezlin Pitt, Robert Pollsen, Eric Pottinger, Gail Powell, Angela C. Pratt-Barrett, Clara Quinland, Zamzam Quraishy, Nirmal Rawat, Tiffanny Rawlins, Wayne Redman, Katie Reimer, Majorie Richards, Diane Richon, Doris Richter, Sharon Riley, Lyle Robertson, Robbie Robinson, Ana Rodriguez, Charles Roth, Kevin Rushlo, Agnes Campbell Saffoury, Kristalyn Salters-Pedneault, Tim Sampson, Charles Samson, Michelle Santillan, Esther Saud, Charles Schif, Kathleen Schrock, Barry Seeman, Eric Shirley, Elaine Short, Patricia Silva, Jay Silvester, Robert Silz, Delbert Singleton, Claris P. Skerritt, Sandra Skyers, Scott Slobodnyak,


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Kevin R. Smith, Elma Solomon, Anita M. Stabler-Hussey, Christopher Staecker, John Stanforth, Michelle Stanley, Jean Stevenson, Barbara Stinson, Barbara Stone, Lee Stowe, Nancy Strickland, Denis Stuart, Michelle Stuart, Heather Su, Kristina Sumpter, Daisy Tavarez, Lamont Taylor, Marianne D. Terchunian, Susan Thayer, Linda Thompson, Paul Thompson, Edwin Tournu, Patricia Tripp, Mitchell Underwood, Leslie Vachon, Anthony Vaicels, Dale Van Etten, Moises Varas, Laura Veatch, carol ann voeks, Richard Wade, Jane Wakeman, Gino Warasilla, Rashid I. Warner, Paul Weisman, Clem Westney, Pamela Wetherbee, Jacquelyn White-Garman, Ross Williams, Myrtle Pearl Wilson, Robert Woo, James Wood, Robert Wood, Jane-Marie Wright

staff/Musicians

Jasmine Albert, Pamela Bowe-Tabbs, Api Castano, Francine Collins, Beverly Early, Barbara Eastman, Theresa Fields, Janelle Gayle, Gail Kamerman, Larry Macdonald, Donna Madden, Carolyn Mc Nair, Lawrence McGaughey, Debbie Mecca, Linda Mellor, Carol Merante, Diana Moore, Cassandra Negri, Alexa Ojeda, Stephanie Parsons, Beth Patkus, Jerome Roberts, Joseph Roberts, Nikki Rose, Olga Savage, Ann Shifman-Deibler, Glenn Sohm, Pearl Thane, Raymond Trapp, Sallyanne Truglia, Wendy Vencuss, Judy Walters, Ian Wharton, Jill Wilson, Karen Yostpille

Visitors/guests

Grace Akinbode, Naomi Annandale, Gary Armstead, Jr., Sharon Austin, Joseph Baumgartner, Ralph Beisler, Greg Bergquist, Sharon Betts, Akilah Bixler, Marcia Blake-Davey, Kerry Borchardt, Felicia Bovell, Keith Boyette, Cheryl Brabham, Minnie Brandon, Thomas Brennan, Michelle Bromfield, Margaret Brown, Jane Brubaker, John Brubaker, Grace Cajiuat , Donna Campbell, William Chaney, Sue Cirillo, Jacob Cogman, WillieLee Cooper, Gloria Cowans, Alan Cross-Hansen, Lyle A. Cubberly, Frank Damiano, Patricia Dayton, Christiane Depestre, John Detzel, Alton Dunn, Mavis English, Sally Evans, Joan Eyster, Lisa Farrell, Karen Gaines, Carol Galloway, Albert Gayle, Cynthia Grant, Malcolm A. Hall, Mark Hamann, Anthony Harris, Gloria Harris, Wendell Harris, Stanley Hartman, Betsey Heavner, Virginia Herbert, Janice Holleny, Seung Jin Hong, Olva Hylton, Debra Jensen, Keri Johnson, JoAnne Jones, Viola Jordan, Elizabeth Sooja Kim, Susan S. Kim, Donald Kirby, Ellen Knudsen, Thomas Lank, Rosa Larios, Stella Law, Lois Locke, Shirley Luck, Hazel McIntosh, Joan Meade, Thomas Mendenhall, Craig Meyers, Alicia Miller Pitterson, Vernay Mitchell-McKnight, Carol Osgood, Nancy Osgood, May Ott, Andrea Owen-Boyd, Natia Paupaw-Cabey, Carl Payne, Barbara Payos, Angela Perez, Scott Porter, Patricia Ramsey, David Rim, Glorymar Rivera, Yvonne Rivera, Wally Robinson, Sharon Roth, Edna Rouse, Marie Rouse, Patricia Sawyerr, Ernest M Searle III, Lyza Serra, Karen Seyfert, Jade Sharp-James, Violet Simpson, Christine Renee Sims, Ken Sloane, John Spagnoli, Candice Spears, Claude Stuart, Diane Timmoney, Dorothy Townsend, Sally Trye, Marisa Villarreal, Stephanie Wehner, Barbara Whitlow, Darleen Williams, Nancy Williams, Leon Williams, Cynthia Wright


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clergy MeMbers excuseD

Code: T- Thursday, F – Friday, Sa – Saturday, Su – Sunday M – Morning, A – Afternoon, E- EveningRomana Abelova; Kenneth Baldwin; Kenneth Bohler: Su; Barbara Brand-James; James Carlisle; George Carpenter; Hikari Chang; Patricia Chuppe; James Cook; Joseph Crockett; Diana (Jani) Darak-Druck; Steed Davidson; James Davis; Frank Denton; Cynthia Dodd; Cheryl Driscoll; Leslie Duroseau: F, Sa, Su; Florence Eddins; Woodrow Eddins; Walter Everett; Paul Fleck: F-Eve, Sa; Laura Galbraith; Zintack Albert Hahn: Sa; Roy Hassel; Lillian Hertel; Arthur Hewitt; A Donald Hodges; John Horesco; Fredric Jackson: F-Su; Joanne James; David Jefferson; Elizabeth Jones; Darlene Kelley; Chong Il Kim; Gloria King; Kathleen LaCamera Loughlin; Bruce Lamb: Sa, Su; John LeCain: Su; Sun Joo Lee: F-A&E, Sa; David Lull; Evelyn McDonald; Richard Mellerup; Barbara Melzer; Jennifer Morrow: Su; Elizabeth Mortlock; Marvin Moss: T-A&E; Sung Min Moy: Su; Ralph Mueckenheim; Howard Newton; Gerald Norris; Susan Outlaw Stallings; Austin Park; Kathleen Patterson; Ann Pearson; Robert Reiners; Darlene Resling; John Roy; Kenneth Ruge; Ralph Spoor; James Stinson: Sa, Su; Russell Waldmann; William Wendler; Joyce Wilkerson; John Williams: T, Su; Hwan Christopher Yi; Benjamin Dong Yun Yoo; Christopher Yount: Su

lay MeMbers excuseD

Margaret Mouzon; Flora Walmsley-Vernon


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B. MINUTES OF THE 219th SESSION OF THE NEW YORK ANNUAL CONFERENCE

June 7 – 10, 2018Pathways & Possibilities - Transforming the World

Hofstra University, Hempstead, NYBishop Thomas J. Bickerton

Resident Bishop, New York Area, Presiding

JUNE 7 | THURSDAY AFTERNOON

celebration of worshiP

The 219th Session of the New York Annual Conference began at 1:10pm with gathering music by the music team. Prelude music included “Now Is the Time to Worship” with Raymond Trapp and the music team. Words of Inspiration – “I’ve Been to the Mountaintop” speech, delivered April 3, 1968 by Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., at the Mason Temple (Church of God in Christ Headquarters), Memphis TN was read by: Rev. Melvin Boone, Kings Highway UMC.Processional began with hymns, “This Is the Day” and “Faith Has Set Us on a Journey.” This was followed by liturgical dances by Anthony Brown and Group TherAPy and Spirit Builders, NYAC praise dance team.The Call to Worship was delivered by worship leaders Rev. Heather Sinclair and Rev. Alex da Silva Souto. It was adapted from “A Liturgy for Laying Down and Letting Go” from “The Pattern of Our Days: Liturgies and Resources for Worship by the Iona Community,” adapted by Sharon Fennema.Rev. Dr. Holly Haile Davis from the Shinnecock Indian Reservation shared words of welcome. She thanked us for remembering the ancient peoples of this island and acknowledged our Great Creator God. Dr. Davis is also a member of the Northeast Jurisdiction Committee on Native American Ministries (NEJ CONAM). Rev. Matthew Curry welcomed and introduced guests of New York Annual Conference, Rev. Dr. Holly Haile Davis and Ms. Glorymar Rivera-Báez of Methodist Church of Puerto Rico.Prayer for Illumination was read by Judy Lang from Trumbull: Nichols UMC.Scripture reading was Jeremiah 32:17-22.Hymn – “Show Us Christ” by Spirit Builders.Scripture reading II Corinthians 4:13-5:1 was read in Korean by Rev. Dong Hyun Choi.

highlights froM bishoP bickerton’s serMon, “take heart”Began with prayer. Importance of “heart” – image is used to sell many things by advertisers. World is asking, “How is it with your heart?” Yet, many of us are suffering from heart disease – heart aches, something happens in this world that pierces our souls or discourages us. “How is it with your soul?” is the question for us today. Paul lived in a world where everything was working against him.


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Yet the passage from II Corinthians shows us the importance of not losing heart. With much going on around us, there is more tearing down than building up. Bishop has been looking forward to seeing us all because we need to build each other up. He reiterated the importance of seeing God’s Holy Spirit in this place because wherever we are, God is. This is God’s place. Yet, in this world as he looks around, there is a weariness in his soul. The strife that surrounds us is insidious. There is fear, which is generated by lack of trust. We have created an environment where we don’t trust anyone. It’s not who you know, but what you think you know about that person. That doesn’t even begin to address the issues about ourselves. If we don’t like ourselves then we won’t like others. Paul has an answer that might be helpful to us, faith in Jesus Christ. Wesley also had the answer of faith in Jesus Christ that changed his life. If Paul had only focused on externals, he would have lost heart. If Wesley only focused on his failed mission to Georgia, he would have been stuck. Their inner worlds, their hearts were filled with the presence of God, which was different than the outer world around them. This is Bishop’s 14th Annual Conference and he is sad that his parents not be able to attend conference. They always attended the conference and thanked the conference for welcoming his son and family. When last year, Bishop’s father, Jim fell and broke three vertebrae, they weren’t sure if he would make it. As Bishop was visiting his father, his father’s pastor, (also named Jim) came to visit his father. At this time, he had not been able to talk and when they held hands and were ready to pray, Jim, (Bishop’s father) started praying clearly and vividly. There is nothing that God cannot give us strength to do. His inward heart was well. The outward situation was different but he was renewed in his soul. Do we feel today that we have nothing to show for our efforts? Paul said that we will reap at God’s harvest time. Take time, for Christ endured such hostility so that we may never grow weary and lose heart. We, at NYAC have come to find joy and hope that can only be found in the power of God’s Spirit. In the midst of sinful persecution of others, Paul said, you belong here, In the name of Jesus Christ. Not because of what you have done but because you belong deep to the heart of God. Are we willing to open our hearts to the presence of God? Our hearts can be restored, healed by God. God is in charge and it can and will be well with our souls. May it be so. Amen.“His eye is on the Sparrow” chorus sung in closing. Amen. Hymn of Response was “In the Midst of New Dimensions”

Visual reflection

Fifty years ago, when the United Methodist Church emerged from the fusion of the Methodist Church and the Evangelical United Brethren, the Central Jurisdiction of the Methodist Episcopal Church was dissolved. Left behind in an era of segregation, people of African descent still faced struggles and challenges. They participated in a denomination which claimed them as members of the body of Christ but nevertheless dis not embrace them as full sisters and brothers. Voices of the Methodist Central Jurisdiction video was shown. The Central Jurisdiction was a racially segregated body of the Methodist Church from 1939-1968. In both archived and current interviews, former members of the jurisdiction discuss its history.


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Words of Dr. Martin Luther King were spoken reminding us that path of hate is not viable. Love is the key to the solution of the problems of the world. Call to Reconciliation was given by Rev. Rhonda Taylor, UMC of Hartford

Prayer for reconciliation

Led by Rev. Sunjoo Lee – Southeastern Dutchess Cooperative Parish, Rev. Carlos Figuero Colombani – UMC Peekskill, Rev. K Karpen – St. Paul & St. Andrew UMC.Assurance of Pardon was led by Bishop Bickerton

reaffirMation of baPtisM Bishop Bickerton blessed the water and reminded us of our baptism and invited us to be thankful. Teams went out into the arena and sprinkled folks with water, inviting all to be grateful for our baptism and for God’s grace.

affirMation of faith

“African Creed” arranged by J. Roberts and E. Trapp. Rev. Tisha Jermin taught us the African Creed in sign language. “Do you believe?” was sung. All joined together in singing the creed in sign language.

offering

The offering for Bishop’s Partner in Mission was collected. The offertory dance was offered by Korean United Methodist Women, Heasuk Son. Funds raised for Bishop’s Partners in Mission support three major mission foci: world-wide and community mission, General Church Shared Ministries, and leadership development of our clergy and laity. As partners in mission together we serve our neighbors, together we make disciples and together we witness to God’s love.Prayer of Dedication was offered by Rev. Tom Vencuss.

celebration of holy coMMunion Bishop Bickerton presided over Holy Communion and assisted by Rev. Doris Dalton. Communion Liturgy was offered. Communion was served around the tables. Communion hymns were “Renew Me,” “This Thread I Weave,” “Grace Alone,” “Grace Greater Than Our Sin.” At conclusion of Communion, Rev. Dalton offered prayer.

Visual reflection

“Vision and Dreams” - The Rev. Albert C. Outler preaches during the April 23, 1968 uniting service of the Uniting Conference, in Dallas, Texas. Outler, a renowned professor at Perkins School of Theology, spoke just before the official creation of The United Methodist Church from union of the Methodist Church and Evangelical United Brethren Church.Benediction - Bishop Bickerton reminded us this is the day to take heart for God is in control. This is the day of endless possibilities Recessional Hymns “This Is The Day” and “Go Walk With God”Postlude - “Color Esperanza” led by Conference Music Team


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oPening of annual conference

Calling 219th Session to Order: Bishop Thomas J. Bickerton invited us to convene the 219th session of NYAC. We then sang, “And Are We Yet Alive.” Prayers were offered by Rev. Clayton Miller for the 219th Session of Annual Conference.Bishop Bickerton read from document put together by 2007 Global Convocation of Young people – Rules, guidelines for Holy Conferencing were put forth by bishop reminding us of the importance of listening and respectful of one another.

greetings/introDuctions

Sessions Chair Stephen J. AllenMr. Allen thanked Bishop Bickerton for his vision and guidance. Thanks to Heather and Alex, Worship Team, Matt Curry and team, Barbara Eastman and all who played a role in getting things prepared for conference. Stephen believes in transformation and invites us to be steadfast. Pathways and Possibilities has been the overarching theme. Last year, focus was on discipleship and this year on transforming the world.

organizational resolutions

Presented by Conference Secretary, Margaret Howe Rules of the Conference are as follows: Reminded us that in our packet we have 15 of the Organizational resolutions.Did not go over all of them but Ms. Howe reminded us that the voting bar includes those sitting on the round tables and in the three sections on the middle bars. If you are a voting person, she said that folks need to move to these areas. We also have a prayer ground open on the arena floor for those who would like to pray. Bishop Bickerton reiterated the prayer ground. He also reminded us of voting rules. Use Green (for Yes) and Red (for No) Card. Rev. Kent Jackson reminded us that Rule 15 applies to 2018 Conference. Margaret Howe agreed and it was so noted.Bishop asked all if we agree to the bar and resolutions, please vote accordingly. All approved and accepted the rules as proposed.

conference rules coMMittee

Rev. Dr. Gennifer Brooks, Chair Rev. Brooks gave the following instructions:Turn to p. 89. Rules begin on p. 90. P.95 for change to rule 44: Whereas before we had 25 years for “young persons under 25 years of age, should be changed to “30 years of age.” Change to be in line with 2016 Discipline. Rule change approved.p. 97, Rule 58 – Change to between ages of 18 and 30 to be in line with 2016 Discipline.


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p. 98, Rule 67 – Change as noted in the written paperRule Change approvedp. 98, Rule 68 – Change so that there is diversity in the conference and nominations Rule change approved.Rule 86 – Change in rule by deletion of rule 86b and taken out so that all clergy persons are eligible to be elected for Jurisdiction conferenceIf all will approve these rule changes, show green card. They were approved by majority.

general conference aMenDMent

Bishop shared that at the 2016 General Conference there was a Proposed Constitutional Amendment I. It was overwhelmingly approved. However, the text of this amendment as distributed to the annual conferences in 2016 was found to be in error. And so, the corrected text is now presented to the annual conferences for vote. Ballots were given out and collected. There will be no report of results by NYAC. These go directly to General Conference.

testing of Voting Machines

Bishop asked to take out our ubiQus voting and we did a test vote. After several tries, Bishop said we will move to the Trustees report.

noMinations for the conference boarD of trustees

Rev. David Henry Rev. Henry reported three positions open and there are six people running for those positions. Find bios and pictures in your information packets. They were invited to come forward in front so that folks would see who these persons are:Kyle C. Bisceglie, Alfred Hanson, Rev. David Henry, Rev. Chongho James Kim, Rev. Bill Pfohl, David Anmoo Rim. Vote will take place on Friday, June 8th.

highlights froM roena littlejohn’s lay leaDer rePort Roena began with chorus of “And Are We Yet Alive.” She reminded us of Bishop’s enthusiastic 2017 address. All are called to ministry. Lay persons are called by God and are to be advocates of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. She recalled Bishop’s remarks at Laity Conference - encouraging each laity to consider why they exist, their purpose; different pathways to ministry. She wondered, how often do we settle for rote behaviors instead of taking each opportunity before us. She remembered that there was a mandate to “Go and make disciples” in the sermons that were preached in recent conferences. Discipleship requires making a commitment to bring the good news of Jesus to wherever people are. Events Roena recalled - Laity Convocation was a time of blessing. Pilgrimage to Korea was also an amazing experience. Spiritual awakening was seen through the focus on intentional prayer. Bishop’s Rally with Confirmation youth was also a great time of worship. Metropolitan District hosted the UMW Annual Meeting and Roena appreciated the work of the UMW. Roena also appreciated the gathering in celebration of Rev. Alpher Sylvester’s appointment as D.S. to CT District. It was a full house.


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These signs are encouraging and she sees many possibilities before us for many pathways and possibilities in ministry.

testing of Voting Machines

ubiQus system was tested one more time and it looked like it was successful.

election for 2019 sPecial general conference

New York Annual Conference was one of two conferences that chose to elect new delegates to the 2019 Special General Conference to be more reflective of the conference. Bishop invited us to consider the privilege it is to be elected as a representative. Let us do it prayerfully. Bishop read rule 88, p. 100 in regards to lay delegates who are eligible to be elected. Margaret Howe shared names of those Lay Delegates who have been nominated for 2019 General Conference. Folks came forward to stand before the conference:Laity Candidates: Gail Douglas-Boykin, Dorothee Benz, Fred Brewington, Ann Craig, Myra Dixon, Tiffany French Goffe, QuiShaun Hill, Dorothy S. Kim, Roena Littlejohn, Jorge Lockwood, Claris Skerritt, Daisy Tavarez and Karen PrudenteRashid Warner was nominated from the floor.Bishop asked Rashid to provide biographical information so that it can be shared with people.Bishop reminded us that laity can only vote for laity and clergy can vote only for clergy. No proxy voting. One can only vote on the machine that was assigned to us. Cannot have anyone else vote for us. Bishop reiterated that in order to maintain integrity of the process, if we see something that lacks this integrity, we should say something. Bishop opened Ballot #1 for Laity and closed it at 5pm.Bishop went over the Clergy ballot rules - who is eligible to vote and eligible to be elected. Bishop invited Roena to pray and then opened up balloting.Ballot 1 for Clergy voting declared closed by BishopRev. Gilmore called to offer grace for dinner.Bishop adjourned session.

Conference Dinner and Fellowship - Hofstra Fitness Center – for everyone!

JUNE 7 | THURSDAY EVENING

laity session – 7:00PM – hofstra arena

Convened By Roena LittlejohnCall to Order/Welcome & Introduction – Roena LittlejohnMemorial Expression for those Laity who entered the church triumphant since last Annual Conference. Scripture: Matthew 22:36-69


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Highlights from Workshop – “Living the Means of Grace”Rev. Grace CajuiatWhen we lead from the center, we lead with love. As Christians, as disciples, God’s grace is our energy field. It is an energy field that comes by living the grace. We have been given Spiritual Practices, by John Wesley. We have to remember where we are called, and we have to start with ourselves. The first 12 minutes leave a last impression when someone visits your church. Do people see authenticity in your church when they come. Works of Piety (Individual & Corporate) Prayer; Study of Scripture – Study Bibles, Bible Studies, Small Groups; Fasting – Food, Technology; Meditation; Devotional Reading – What do you use?; Regular Worship – When do you go to church? Who do you worship?; Works of Mercy (Individual & Corporate)-Teaching , Helping, Service in the Congregation, Giving to the Poor, Service Beyond the Congregation.

clergy session – 7:00PM – aDaMs Playhouse theater

Clergy session began with words of welcome by Rev. Lydia Lebron-Rivera. Opening prayer was said in unison. Hymn was sung: “We Are Called”Comprehensive Motion for Approval of Board Report – Rev. Karen Eiler read the motion as printed in the Clergy Session booklet.

Bishop’s RemarksBishop opened with prayer. He shared his appreciation for each one of us. Bishop talked about the fact that we are all called to ministry. Building relationships are important. Bishop offered six “S” words for us to consider: Sense the environment around you. Stay the course. Stick to the Mission. Start a covenant accountability group. Shoulder the burdens of one another. Set aside regular time of fasting and prayer. Rev. Lydia Lebron-Rivera reviewed #18, listing those who constitute the various committees:a. The Administrative Review Committeeb. The Conference Relations Committee of the Board of Ordained Ministryc. The Committee on Investigation Rev. Daunt presented questions #19 – 26 before the session. Rev. Iwy Patel-Yatri read the Gospel reading. Hymn “Lord we have come to the Lakeshore” was sung.Rev. Dale Ashby offered prayer for those to be elected as associate members, provisional members and elders in full connections. Rev. Eileen Daunt read question #27 regarding those elected as associate members. Answer: NoneRev. Patel-Yatri read question #28 regarding provisional deacons and elders. As names were called they came up on stage and were greeted by the Bishop. Bishop asked for a vote to affirm the listed candidates. Vote carried. Rev. Samuel Arhin offered prayer for those to be commissioned.


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Rev. Patel-Yatri read question #29 listing those who are continuing as provisional deacons and elders.Rev. Dale Ashby read questions #30-32 regarding those to be elected as members in full connection. As their names called, they came up on stage and were greeted by the Bishop.Bishop asked for a vote to affirm the listed candidates. Vote carried. Rev. Ashby offered prayer for those to be ordained and received into full membership. #33-34 - Names were readSong of celebration was sung, “I’m Gonna Live so God can Use Me”#35-41 – Names were presented by Rev. Craig Fitzsimmons, Conference Relations Committee ChairOrder is intentionally changed so that #49 is first. #49 – Rev. Craig Fitzsimmons presented names as listed of provisional and elders who have received appointments in other annual conferences of the UMC while retaining their membership in this annual conference. #42- #47 – Names were presented by Rev. Fitzsimmons as listed in the BAC (Business of the Annual Conference).#43 - Motion regarding administrative location was raised by Rev. James Carrington asking the session to reinstate Dr. Hae Young Park. Bishop ruled this motion out of order. The BOD policy in such situations is that three different groups must endorse the candidate on this matter of reinstatement. While the District Committee on Ordained Ministry affirmed Dr. Hae Young Park’s request, the Board of Ordained Ministry did not affirm her. With this lack of affirmation, the Cabinet felt the matter closed and did not vote on this matter. While the above is true, Bishop is open to a motion from the clergy session to discuss this matter as this would be in order. He opened it to a motion and Rev. Carrington offered the motion and Rev. Steve Knutsen seconded it. Bishop called for a vote and the motion did not carry.

Remembering the SaintsMs. Margaret Howe offered prayer and noted that the listed people will be remembered during the service of remembrance. #48 – Names presented by Ms. Margaret Howe for information#50-#52 – Names of those taking leave presented by Rev. Craig FitzsimmonsRev. Samuel Arhin offered prayer for those facing transition in their lives#53 -#56 –Names presented by Rev. Jessica Anschutz for informationBishop offered prayer#58- #62 names presented by Gail Douglas-Boykin for information#63-71 - Ximena Varas lifted ministries of the Lay and Diaconal ministers#72-76 – Rev. Denise Smartt Sears read appointments Rev. Robert Knebel offered prayer for those serving in Extension Ministries#17 – D.S.’s came forward to present their respective districts before the Bishop as blameless in life and official administration.


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Rev. Denise Smartt Sears offered prayer for the clergy of the NYAC

ClosingBishop made closing comments and invited us to read the Covenant PrayerHymn sung, “Go, Make of all Disciples” and Bishop Bickerton sent body forth with blessing.

healing & anointing serVice – 9:00PM – hofstra arena

Gathering Music by Conference Music Team. Call to Worship by Rev. Sandy Mantz, UMC of Waterbury, CT. Followed was Scripture James 5:14-17 (The Message). Rev. Alex da Silva Souto invited all to the Prayer Ground. Bishop Bickerton offered a Prayer of Thanksgiving: God of healing, God of hope, God who works with us and within us; we thank you for your gift of wholeness, even when we are at our most broken. Bless the anointing of our bodies as you continue to anoint our souls. Be with us as we choose to stay or choose to go. Guide our journey this day and always. Amen. Bishop Bickerton anointed the Prayer Teams who will be stationed around the arena. Come as the Spirit guides you to receive anointing and prayer. You may leave the worship area at any time. All sang the hymn “Anointing, Fall on Me.” Those Prayer Teams took their places with administration of the oil/prayers for healing. Those seeking anointing began the procession. Hymns during the anointing included “Great Is Thy Faithfulness,” “Gracefully Broken,” “Into My Heart,” “What a Beautiful Name It Is,” “More, More, More.” There was no formal Benediction for this service. Depart quietly as you are anointed.

JUNE 8 | FRIDAY MORNING6:00am – Blueprint for Wellness Screening6:15am – Morning Worship – Class of 2018 Commissioners – Student Center Greenhouse7:00am – Conference Breakfast and Fellowship – Student Dining Center

Morning session

Opening Prayer - led by NYAC District Superintendents — Hofstra ArenaVideo Clip - “Good Morning, Good Morning to You!” from Singing in the Rain – followed by a good morning to all of us litany.Hymn – “God Has Made Me Glad”

state of the church ePiscoPal aDDress

Bishop Thomas J. BickertonBishop shared the history of Lewis and Clark expedition, which teaches us truths for us as a church: 1. Way in front of them was nothing like the way behind them 2. Motive the team to move forward they had to build trust 3. Only way to lead was to adapt 4. Build relationships 5. They had to change. The book is “Canoeing the Mountains” – Ted Bolsinger.Bishop will use these five things as a platform for the state of the church address. He appreciates meeting the various churches in the conference. Two categories of


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churches in his experience: 1. Church is doing the same things the same way they have doing - OR - 2. Church is pushing the envelope and trying new things. Bishop gave the analogy that we’ve been paddling the canoe for years but the mountains are in front of us. It’s time to climb them.We have to help lead leaders who lead. No one will follow you OFF the map unless they can trust you ON the map. Competency is the key. He has found biblical illiteracy.• Caring for Souls and Communities. Creating a family environment is important. • Teams and Tasks• Striving to be the best we can be• Spiritual leadership and deep trust The next 8-10 months will be uncharted territory but if we can do it together, it will be good. In unchartered territory, adaption is everything. We have to learn to adapt to our context. Understanding your region and your people. There are no “Cookie Cutter” answers. Either we adapt….Or dieTechnology can help or fix thing, but it cannot change. Ted Bolsinger says, “The ability to innovate, to be creative to new…Margaret Wheatley, “It is possible to prepare for the future without knowing what it will be. The primary way to prepare for the unknown is to attend to the quality of relationships to how well we know and trust one another.” To navigate the high mountains of change, we have to choose to walk together. Know and listen to one another. Use our voice/influence with one another. • We need women in ministry; equality• We need to claim racism is wrong• We need to welcome immigrants here• We need to advocate for one anotherEven though Bishop does not advocate for any petition, he thanked the following for standing up for immigrants. First and Summerfield UMC – thank you very much. Church of St. Paul and St. Andrew UMC – thank you very muchBolsinger notes that you haven’t made it until you survive the sabotage. Surviving the Sabotage: 1. Let LOVE be your DEFAULT. In the upcoming year, lay and clergy will engage in ministry. You will disappoint one another, make mistakes but remember that all are trying the best they can. They love God. Love them please. 2. Look for the GOOD. All of us will make a mistake in judgment and struggle at times, but we are brothers and sisters in Christ. Love them please. 3. Reflect CHRIST more than the CULTURE. 4. RESIST the temptation. 5. Be quick to FORGIVE.If transformation is to really happen, the leader is changed. We need to be tender and humble with one another. Bishop shared his story as a youth – he was short and fat and was bullied. In school, it was bad where his sense of self-worth was eroded every day and the threat of harm was constant. As a youth he found hope and love in the church. At church camp, he found a place and people that transformed his life.OUR GOAL: Transform ourselves and the world into the image of Jesus Christ. When in doubt…Come to the font. Let us remember the waters of our font, which tell us “You matter to me.” Amen.


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balloting Process uPDate

Bishop noted that last night’s votes on ubiQus were invalid because the rules were not followed. He reminded us that we to remember some rules about voting: Clergy can vote only for Clergy and Laity can only vote for Laity.There were many discrepancies where people voted for the same person more than once. There were also people who were nominated that were not eligible; local pastors, probationers, etc.We did a trial with voting on our favorite colors. Bishop dismissed us for 15 minute break.

serVice of legacy, reMeMbrance anD truth

Gathering music followed by Prelude “I Asked the Lord” – J. Duncan by the Conference Music Team.Dramatic Piece - “The Justification”- was presented by Mr. Frederick Brewington and Rev. Douglas Cunningham. Bishop Bickerton spoke about the importance of remembering the past. We are all here because someone helped us to get here. Let us pray that we may not replicate injustice but learn from it. Let us look at our rear view mirror so that we may not forget.Scripture Reading: Ms. Rynn Naylor and Rev. Cedric Johnson read from Revelation 21:1-5Rev. Michael Cobb led us in responsive Call to WorshipHymn “For All the Saints” was sungRev. Sandy Mantz led us in unison prayerScripture Readings – Rev. Martha Vink read from Jeremiah 29: 1, 4-11 and Rev. Seung Kwon Joseph Yang read from Acts 4: 32-35

serMon: “when hoPe anD history rhyMe?”Bishop Sally Dyck, Northern Illinois Annual ConferenceRev. Sally Dyck reminded us of the Romans text – Nothing can separate us from the love of God. God did not make anything unclean. When hope and history rhyme – despite of all the injustice in our world – a moment, if not a whole title wave of justice. Koinonia – the word of the week! National spelling bee champion had to speak Koinonia. Koinonia – communion with one another, a true sharing in community. God doesn’t make anything unclean. Paul trying to work out his understanding of grace and love. Nothing can separate you and me, nothing between my soul and yours. Except that so many things separate us and so we keep coming back. Bishop Estelle Sterling was going to share her experience of the Central Jurisdiction. And since Bishop Sally is white, her experience is a little different. She met Rev. Riley and Mrs. Riley, who were retired but had experience in the Central Jurisdiction. When Rev. Riley became sick, Bishop Dyck used to visit them and had many conversations with Mrs. Riley. Rev. Riley was outspoken and told of an Annual Conference where the fact was that his church gave apportionments for camp but his church’s kids were not given the opportunity to go to camp. Immediately he was moved and sent


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to “Samaria,” according to Rev. Riley. They packed up and he had to stop his Ph.D. studies. But he was not bitter.Nothing can separate us from the love of God except our own sinfulness. Let us provide the tidal wave of justice where hope and history rhyme. But, so much separates us – we lament and repent – keep coming back for services of remembrance and reconciliation. The people that we remember – are people who have worked for mercy, love and grace. They were in the rooms where it was happening – where the seeds were sown. It’s in the car with your kids – were the conversation happens of love for all or walking with your friend. Nothing can separate us from the love of God, through Christ Jesus, but our sin. Let us continue where hope and history rhyme.

introDuction to litany of reMeMbrance for the central jurisDiction of the uniteD MethoDist church Fifty years ago, when the United Methodist Church emerged from the fusion of the Methodist Church and the Evangelical United brethren, the Central Jurisdiction of the Methodist Episcopal Church was dissolved. Left behind in an era of segregation, people of African descent still faced struggles and challenges. They participated in a denomination which claimed them as members of the body of Christ, but nevertheless did not embrace them as full sisters and brothers. However, these struggles and challenges are important reminders of the mountains we have removed and the rivers we have crossed on the journey to full acceptance by the variety of people demonstrated in God’s creation. We should not forget these challenges and struggles, lest at our own peril, we repeat them, and suffer yet again. This introduction was followed by a Litany of Remembrance for the Central Jurisdiction of the United Methodist Church.HYMN – “For All the Saints”

Call to RemembranceMargaret Howe, Conference Secretary, introduced this section with a prayer from Common Prayer Pocket Edition by George MacDonald.Rev. Ximena Varas and Jaewon Kim led us responsive litany of remembrance

Acts of RemembranceAs Ms. Howe read each name, people were invited to rise in body or spirit if they walked with the individual being memorialized. We Remember Clergy and Give Thanks: Wesley H. Allen, Sung Nam Kim, David Arthur Stevens, Reuben Gums, Robert W. Howard, John C. Raines, Albert R. Miller, J. Philip Gehres, Clifton E. Gatewood, Robert E. Hullstrung, Virginia H. Wilcox, Henry H. Hobbs, Edwin S. Gault, Karen Engelman, James Speights Jr., Philip A. C. Clarke, Birchfield C. Aymer, Beryl J. Salmon, Norma A. Rust, James E. Rush. We Remember Spouses of Clergy and Give Thanks: Laura Leigh Davidson, Roxana O. Yeun, Genell Y. Poitras, Byung Mo Kim, Chad Joseph Currier, Joung Ki Lee, David T. Marks, Margaret Mech, Athena M. Hagerty. We Remember Widows and Widowers of Clergy and Give Thanks: Sarah Haruyama, Linda Turner Dash Gerry Gehres, Adelia Riley, Nancy F. Young, Nancy Rivenburgh, Maggie Dunston Kiah, Faith N. Wynne, Muriel Halstead, Dorothy B. Brown, Connie M. Sartorio. We Remember Children of Clergy and Give Thanks: Yshanda Chermain Faith Springer, Camille A. Shand, Jonathan J. C. Bortin, Daniel Davison. We Remember Laity and Give Thanks: Warren G. Whitlock.


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Music Ministry - “Very Truly” – Moving duet offered by team, composed by Kathryn Dickinson.Prayers of the People - Rev. Martha Vink and Rev. Ximena Varas led us in a responsive prayers of the people.Dance of Remembrance - A moving dance, “Coming Home” performed by Spirit Builders, NYAC Praise Dance Team, Choreographer, Melvin Blak

senDing forth

CommissioningBishop Bickerton reminded us that there is much work to do separately and together to accomplish the promised beloved community: to acknowledge the dignity and relevance of each other, to do at least one thing every day that intentionally recognizes these special qualities in every single human being, to pray for the kin-dom that is at the hand and not yet fully here. We receive this commission and fully commit to carrying it out in the world.Benediction - Was given by Bishop Sally Dyck.Closing Hymn - All joined in the hymn “I’ll Fly Away.”Postlude -“Yes God Is Real” was played by Conference Music Team.Announcements were given. Grace for the noon meal was given and body was excused for lunch.

JUNE 8 |FRIDAY AFTERNOONBishop Bickerton called the Afternoon Session together. He announced that the electronic voting system not functioning properly and that results count not be assured as accurate. Bishop Bickerton said we would use PAPER BALLOTS. Gennifer Brooks moved that we suspend Rule #81 in order to use Paper Ballots. Motion was seconded and carried. Leo Curry asked whether Conference Ushers would be the Tellers. Bishop Bickerton answered that the Conference Staff would count the Ballots.LAITY BALLOT #1 was distributed. Instructions were given. Laity Ballot #1 closed. Ballots given to Conference Staff for counting.CLERGY BALLOT #1 was distributed. Instructions were given. Clergy Ballot #1 closed. Ballots given to Conference Staff for counting.

Missions rePort

Rev. Tom Vencuss and Ms. Glorymar Rivera-BáezTom thanked the body for the commitment to mission – Ecuador, Mozambique and Youth Ambassadors Haiti. Disaster recovery teams – two teams to Texas, one to Florida, three Puerto Rico and many scheduled. Currently working to address the recent tornadoes that came through the NYAC. Thank you for your commitment to ministry. One of the areas of focus we have right now is recovery in Puerto Rico. Rev. Tom Vencuss introduced Ms. Glorymar Rivera-Báez who is attending on behalf of Bishop Ortiz. She expressed appreciation of the support that they received during this difficult time rebuilding from Hurricane Maria. She mentioned how they rallied to help each other in the aftermath. God teaches us to listen to each other and be willing


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to help others. The UMC in Puerto Rico immediately started getting to work to assist others, not waiting. UMCOR video was shown about the relief work being done in Puerto Rico. Rev. Tom Vencuss thanked Bishop Bickerton. Bishop thanked Ms. Rivera-Báez for her ministry and work in Puerto Rico. Bishop announced that we are going to sign partnership agreement to provide pastoral support and provide resources and create a partnership of receiving pastors from PR Conference. Bishop and Glorymar signed the document signifying this agreement. Rev. Lydia Lebron-Rivera asked for a moment of personal privilege. Lydia was born and raised in Puerto Rico and has been a member of NYAC for over 25 years. She thanked the Bishop and conference for supporting Puerto Rico in its recovery efforts. There is a long haul ahead of us and there are socio economic issues as well that need to be kept in mind. Thank you.

black college rePort/offering for black college funD

Veronica DarbyMs. Veronica Darby introduced, Jacob Cogman, representative of the Black College Fund the candidate who will receive the scholarship. As an introduction, he shared a part of the larger poetry called “Fellowship of the Unashamed” by Bob Morehead. He invited us to continue to support the ministry because it is like planting seeds and you never know the fruit you will bear. In the future one of these persons might be your doctor, teacher or even your minister. While the Black College Fund Offering was received, videos were shown of the retirees. Over the three days, more videos will be shown of the retirees. These retirees will be recognized in the retirement service.

conference boarD of Pension & health benefits

Rev. Tony Mecca(Reports & Petitions booklet p. 78)Rev. Tony Mecca read passage about laborers deserving their wages. Rev. Mecca shared that the board is a ministry to the laborers of NYAC. Healthcare headwinds – We are living longer. Medical costs continue to escalate. Wellness challenges. State of healthcare environment uncertain. Coming to a new era of healthcare. New program Wespath will introduce in the coming year. Six plans, with each fitting lifestyle needs. Rev. Mecca shared NYAC’s Defined Contribution Healthcare Program. Details in the conference petitions booklet. Investment Update - The board is working with Wespath and other groups on a fossil free fuel fund. Rev. Mecca asked the members to stand and recognized Sally Truglia for her tireless work.

conference council on finance anD aDMinistration Mr. Jerry Eyster(Reports & Petitions booklet p.62)Mr. Jerry Eyster read the mission statement of conference. NYAC doing good together. John Wesley, in “The Use of Money” writes, “Remember that we are stewards, not proprietors, in this world. God has provided all, even our own lives, so all belongs to God.”


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CF&A have reduced carbon report under 50%. Proposed 2019 Budget is detailed in booklet. Budge is down 1%. Below is a summary of 2019 budget: Decline in NYAC operating budget means less needs to be apportioned to local churches; 221 out of 433 will see decline in 2019 apportionments from 2018;Only 100 will see apportionments rise by more than $1,000 in 2019.

DisMisseD to MoVe to legislatiVe sections Legislative Section Leadership – Rev. Ian Straker and Rev. Peggy LaemmelSection 1 – Ministries of WitnessSection 2 – Connectional Ministries & Ministries of NurtureSection 3 – Ministries of AdvocacySection 4 – Leadership/CommissioningSection 5 – Clergy Care & Conference FinanceSection 6 - Administration

JUNE 8 | FRIDAY EVENING

reaDing of the aPPointMents

Catskill Hudson District – Rev. Timothy RissCurrent pastors of the Catskill Hudson District were invited to come forward and welcome the new pastors who came forward as appointments were read. Bishop invited the newly appointed to receive their appointment with grace, integrity. Reminded them that they are being appointed to the community. Job is to spread scriptural holiness across the land. Mobilize the people, get them out of the pews and build the kingdom of God. Bishop invited all to greet the pastors of the Catskill Hudson District. LAITY BALLOT #1 result – Election results were in from the first ballot. Fred Brewington was elected and Bishop called him forward to anoint him as team leader.CLERGY BALLOT #1 result – No ElectionLAITY BALLOT #2 – Bishop gave instructions for laity to cast votes for three delegates. He reiterated that only three people should be elected, not four. Keep in mind that Fred Brewington is off the list as he is already elected. Fred Brewington offered a prayer and ballots were closed and collected. CLERGY BALLOT #2 – instructions were given. Voting was closed and ballots collected.

coMMission on archiVes anD history Presentation on archiVes & history

Rev. Alfred T. Day, III, General Secretary Reminded us that 1968 was the year of our birth. Video was presented with the events of 1968. Vietnam War, Martin Luther King and Robert Kennedy assassinated. April 23, 1968, Evangelical United Brethren and Methodist Church joined together to form United Methodist Church. Albert Outler preached.


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The UNITED Methodist Church at 50: A quick refresher: The Methodist Episcopal Church, Evangelical Association/Church, The Church of the United Brethren, The Evangelical United Brethren, African American Methodists, Global United Methodism.Markers for the UMC: Then and Now - Once there were five different churches, now there is one. We are joined together as one. May it be so for us to be continuing in ministry 50 years from now, 50 years from that, 50 years from that. Amen.


Long Island East District – Rev. Julia Ye YimCurrent pastors of the LIE District were invited to come forward and welcome the new pastors who came forward as appointments were read. Bishop invited the newly appointed to receive their appointment with grace, integrity. Reminded them that they are being appointed to the community. Job is to spread scriptural holiness across the land. Mobilize the people, get them out of the pews and build the kingdom of God. Bishop invited all to greet the pastors of the LIE District.

trustees rePort, elections

Mr. James Perkins (Report is on p. 114 in Reports book)Mr. Perkins invited the Trustees to come forward and take their place on stage. He thanked advisors and liaisons. Listed Trust Funds which are also outlined in report. Recently Active Funds – Young Clergy Debt Assistance, Dorothea H and Raymond Dier Trust,: Black College Scholarship & Shinnecock Tribe in Montauk, Proceeds of Church Property Fund, Conference Center Fund, NYAC Trustees Fund, Permanent Endowment Fund; Conference Renovation.Motion was made to adjourn the annual conference session at 8:49pm to enter into Corporation Session for election of Annual Conference Trustees. Biographies of all candidates were in the registration handout material. Instructions were given. Bishop Bickerton invited ushers to pass out ballots. Voting was closed and ballots collectedMotion made to adjourn the Corporation Session at 8:55pm. All affirmed this motion and it passed. Bishop then called the 219th Session back to order and invited David Henry forward for next report.

rePort of noMinations

Rev. David Henry Rev. Henry asked the members of the Nominating Committee to stand and be appreciated. Rev. Noel Chin raised question if any particular group needs to be elected for representation purposes. Bishop noted that we are okay with the representation of various groups.It was moved, seconded and carried to accept the report from Nominating Committee.LAITY BALLOT #2 result – No Election


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LAITY BALLOT #3 - instructions were given. Voting was closed and ballots collected.Bishop invited Rev. Julia Y. Yim to offer prayer for Pat Chuppe who is in England vacationing with family, whose father had a stroke and broke his neck and back. Bishop Bickerton invited us to an ice cream social and adjourned us for the night.

JUNE 9 | SATURDAY MORNING6:00am – Blueprint for Wellness Screening6:15am – Morning Worship – Korean Clergy Caucus – Student Center Greenhouse7:00am – Conference Breakfast and Fellowship – Student Dining Center

greeting Rev. Laurel Scott, Newman Memorial UMCThe Prayer Team offered The Prayers of the People. These were prayers collected Friday evening and woven into this inclusive prayer. The Lord’s Prayer Followed. These morning prayers closed with Hymn, “I’ve Got Peace Like a River.” Bishop Bickerton called the session to order.CLERGY BALLOT #2 result – No ElectionRev. Morais Quissico offered a motion that we take out the names of those with votes under 40 so that they are not in the list. Rev. Henry spoke against this motion. Rev. Tim Riss noted that this would not be in line with the Discipline. Rev. Riss offered amendment that we do not read votes under 10. Bishop noted that this was his understanding as well. Everyone is eligible to be elected. Bishop called for a vote on the amendment and motion carried. CLERGY BALLOT #3 – Ballots passed out for Clergy vote. Voting closed and ballots collected. LAITY BALLOT #3 Results – Gail Douglas-Boykin was elected. Bishop Bickerton invited Gail forward to anoint and pray for her as a member of the team.LAITY BALLOT #4 – Bishop gave instructions to cast vote for two persons. Ballots passed out for Laity to vote. Voting closed and ballots collected.

rePort of the cabinet

Rev. Denise Smartt SearsReport started with a video clip, “We are on a journey.” Rev. Sears said this year, Bishop Bickerton led us out of the conference center and they spent time worshiping, eating, meeting, eating in different districts. We are learning best practices and growing as a team. We are gaining a heart for all of the NYAC. We are breaking ground. We are always leaning in – seeking ways to care for those God has put before us. Even the church struggles with our use of words when we disagree. Still, we cannot see all of God’s children as worthy. Everything is possible when we allow God to lead the way. We are on our way – sanctuary churches, abundant health initiatives, LEGS (Laity Excellence Groups) and PEGS (Pastor Excellence Groups), 40 days of prayer, church assessment tools, creating new spaces, creating new congregations, new initiative on Spanish speaking ministries and more.


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History reminds us that life can be a struggle and, “when the storms of life are raging, stand by me” we can trust Christ is with us, as written by Charles Tinley. He was born free but worked alongside slaves. His message transformed evil into new life with Christ. When we all allow Christ to lead us, life is better. The members of the Cabinet have one yearning, which is to be a full expression of Christ alive in the world. When we come to the table, we are one. We want to be adaptive leaders, creating safe places, sanctuary churches where undocumented can find a safe place… reaching beyond our church walls to reach people. Rev. Robert Hewitt gave witness to the power of Holy Spirit. In 1994, Pine Bush was ready to close and had enough money to buy nails to close the doors. Instead they prayed for a revival.Rev. Cathy Gilliard spoke about Park Ave UMC. The work of the Holy Spirit is active and moving the church to reach people. In their efforts to reach people outside their doors, in their community, they are launching ministries to reach the quiet, the introverted, the least picked.Rev. Carlos Figueroa spoke about Puerto Rican mission trip. He highlighted his encounter with 70-year-old Dennis, who they went to help. Dennis ministered to them by feeding them, caring for them even as Rev. Carlos went to help them recover from Hurricane Maria.Rev. Denise Smartt Sears invited us to stand and link arms as we sang Charles Tindley’s, “Stand By Me.”


Long Island West District - Rev. Sungchan KimCurrent pastors of the Long Island West District were invited to come forward and welcome the new pastors who came forward as appointments were read. Bishop invited the newly appointed to receive their appointment with grace, integrity. Reminded them that they are being appointed to the community. Job is to spread scriptural holiness across the land. Mobilize the people, get them out of the pews and build the kingdom of God. Bishop invited all to greet the pastors of the Long Island West District.

awarDs anD scholarshiPs Presentations Rev. Sandra Mantz, Chair, Higher EducationRev. Dr. William M. James Family Fund Scholarship - presented by Ms. Jade Sharp-JamesRecipients - Kendra Cardilio; Jennifer Keegan; Dapika Chisism; Courtney LucasUM City Society Urban Ministries Scholarship - presented by Ms. Mary Ellen KrisRecipients: Akila Bixon and Eugene Lee New York Education Society, Conference Merit Award, Gloster Current Scholarship, Francis Asbury - presented by Rev. Sandy MantzRev. Mantz noted that we have given $72,000 is scholarships to students.


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New York Education Society Recipients: Elise Arndston, Aurora Lynelle Celestin, Courney Celestin, Akillah Edwards, Jessie Floyd, Raymond Hanaburgh, Annah Mae Heckman, Michael Henry, Jenna Johnson, Esther Kang, Juhee Kang, Courtney Lewis, Emily Mantz, Joshua Moore, Shannon Moore, Saidi Moseley, Cameron Neiblum, Logan Matthew Ortiz, Katie Reimer, Francis Serra, Kevin Thomas, Laura Joy Tiedman, Allison Vanderlyn, Bridget Webster, Capricia Williams, Brandan Wilmot, Joseph Yun Conference Merit Award: Emily Mantz, Brendan WilmotGloster Current Scholarship: Capricia Williams, Akilah Edwards, Elizabeth MantzRev. Dr. Keith Muhleman Ministry Grants - presented by Ms. Ellen Knudsen, Executive Director, United Methodist Frontier Foundation Recipients: United Methodist Church of Liberty, Liberty, NY - $3,000 awarded for Handicapped ramp replacement; Naugatuck United Methodist Church, Naugatuck, CT - $1,000 for Evangelism/Outreach Explosion; Faith United Methodist Church, North Haven CT - $1,000 for Faith UMC’s Garden of Eatin’. The purpose of the “UMFF Rev. Keith Muhleman Ministry Grants” is to encourage and support creative and vital ministry in the local church. Grants are awarded to a local church whose initiative, creativity, and commitment to the Gospel is evident in a ministry or program designed to meet an existing or emerging needs within the congregation or greater community. The grant may be used either to establish a new ministry or to support an existing ministry, and may not be used simply as an additional revenue source for the church’s Operating Budget.Shirley Parris Award - presented by Ms. Roena LittlejohnEdna Rouse, member of Vanderveer Park UMC, received the award for exemplary service honoring the spirit of the Shirley Parris Award. She gave God the glory for all that God has done!

serVice of coMMissioning anD celebration

Gathering Music Prelude - “Lord I’m Available to You” Processional Hymns - “Christ for the World We Sing, “This Is a Day of New Beginnings”

Call to WorshipThree voices – Revs. Denise Allen, Claire Wu and Luonne Rouse

Introduction of the Commissioning Service Today we set aside a special time as part of the 219th Session of the New York Annual Conference to praise God and give thanks for continuously calling among us servant leaders for the mission and ministries of the Church of Jesus Christ for the redemption and transformation of the world.

the orDer of coMMissioning for the office of Deaconess introDuction anD Presentation of the newly consecrateD Deaconess Deaconess Sung-ok Lee, Assistant General Secretary, United Methodist Women Deaconess Debra DeMerritt, Memorial UMC, White Plains Senior Social Caseworker, Adult Protective Services Unit, Westchester County Dept. of Social Services


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Confirmation of the Commitment And Commissioning Debra kneels. Bishop Lays Hands and she is commissioned. Family and friends are invited to stand for silent prayer as Debra commissioned.Sung Response - “We Are Called”

Presentation of license to local Pastors

Rev. Eileen DauntA licensed local pastor is one who has answered the call to serve the mission of Jesus Christ through the work of a local congregation in The United Methodist Church. Local pastors are clergy members of the annual conference in which they are appointed. A licensed local pastor is not ordained in The United Methodist Church but is licensed for pastoral ministry. A local pastor has the authority of a pastor only within the setting and during the time of the appointment. In this setting and for that time, a local pastor performs all the duties of a pastor, including proclamation of the Word of God, leading in worship and liturgy, performing the sacraments of baptism and holy communion, the services of marriage (where states allow), burial, confirmation, and membership reception. Sisters and brothers in Christ, we present to you to be licensed as a local pastor:Angel A. Abakah, Denise Allen, Oliverio Barrera, John Blossom, Kenneth Bohler, Jacqueline Carter, Sejin Cha, Rebekah Forni, Adeline Hazzard, Dorlimar Lebrón Malavé, Sharon Pizzo, Jerri Schwarz, Andrea P. Smith, Heidi Thomas, John Wood.After examination by the Bishop and prayer, the District Superintendents of the newly licensed as a Local Pastors placed the scapular on each Local Pastor.Sung Response - “We Are Called”

Presentation of Persons to be coMMissioneD Ms. Roena Littlejohn, Conference Lay LeaderOn behalf of the laity of local congregations who have examined and approved these candidates, Rev. Lydia Lebron-Rivera, chair of the New York Annual Conference Board of Ordained Ministryand on behalf of the Board of Ordained Ministry of this annual conference, which has recommended these persons, and this annual conference, which has approved them, We present these persons for commissioning as provisional members: Rev. Iwy Patel-Yatri, the Registrar of Commissioning, reads the names of the candidates: (Jon) Michael Cobb; Jacob Hanbin Eun; Akio Iyoda; Jane H. Kim; Samuel Jaesam Lee; Hyoungkyu Park; A. Jordan Scruggs; Claire Hojung Wu; Seung Kwon (Joseph) Yang

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Bishop Bickerton examines the group of clergy to be commissioned with a series of questions.Proclamation of the Word followed the ExaminationScripture Readings – II Corinthians 11:23-30 read by Rev. Sharon Pizzo and Gospel – Matthew 19:23-30 read by Rev. Akio Iyoda


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serMon, grit & grace Bishop Sally DyckSermon Notes: Grit – the persistence to peruse your purpose and goals despite your obstacles. You have full-filled educational requirements and gone before DCOM and BOOM and written papers, background check and finance checks, theology checked – you come for reediness for ministry. The minute you are assigned – immediately your capacity is tested for grit. You come here for the love of Jesus Christ – the most important document that you have is your baptismal papers. Many things will happen to you, reminders of Paul in the scripture lesson. Paul made it through – because the church was in his heart. Studies also show that clergy have good emotions – come by the way of, but not limited to, prayer, authentic relationships, Sabbath. It’s not up to clergy to take care of clergy, but the local church – is a place where they will experience the negative things, but also the positive things. Does the local church have authentic social interactions, are they having fun, - or is it all negative, what’s the environment. Will you love it all? There will be weeks that Sunday comes relentlessly. Will you love the good and the bad? In those hard moments of the grit – grace shines through. There’s a beauty in the grace – so cherish the grace in the moment. Grace will shine through in the grittiest of times. Look for it – because it might come from your biggest nemesis. Response to the Word Prayers for the Church and the World was shared in English, Korean and SpanishDance Ministry - Bethel Korean United Methodist Church Praise Dancers danced, the song, “The Lord’s Prayer” sung by Andrea Bocelli.

coMMissioning of ProVisional MeMbers Candidates for Commissioning stand as Bishop Bickerton commissions them to service as they continue the journey of preparations for ordained ministry.

The Prayer of Commissioning with Laying on of Hands Bishop Bickerton continues with the extending of arms over all of the candidates and prays. Candidates meet their mentors. Bishop lays hands on each individual candidate with the following words “Send him/her now to proclaim the good news of Jesus Christ, to announce the reign of God, and to equip the church for ministry, in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.Sung Response - “God Who Began Good Work in You”

celebration of Ministry GreetingRev. M. Craig Fitzsimmons, Conference Relations Chair Today we celebrate 702 years of faithful ministry of members of the New York Annual Conference. They have serves hundreds of churches and in dozens of extension ministries and in doing so have faithfully witnessed to God’s presence in the world and touched more lives than we will ever know. We celebrate their ministry in our midst and we acknowledge that their ministry continues, perhaps in a different form, as they retire.


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Names were read and certificates of retirement were distributed. Retirees include:Yuri M. Ando, Brian R. Bodt, Dorothy A. Caldwell, James (Pat) Carlisle, Jody L. Cross-Hansen, Florence T. Eddins, Woodrow Eddins, Jr., M. Craig Fitzsimmons, Marlene A. Francis-Jones, Youngsook Han-Kim, Huibing He, Beverly Hodges-Fairweather, Edward C. Horne, Marion R. Hubbard, Sonia A. Jermin, James K. Law, John Q. LeCain, Douglas A. McArthur, Ann Morgan, Linda K. Nealon, Steven W. Peiffer, Parker Prout, Luonne A. Rouse, Gainus Sikes, John S. Williams.

Order of Farewell The retirees and body exchanged words of farewell.

Words of Thanks and Commendation and PrayerBishop Bickerton offered words of thanks to those retiring and closed with the following prayer. Eternal God, whose steadfast love for us is from everlasting to everlasting, we give you thanks for cherished memories and commend one another into your care as we move in new directions. Keep us one in your love forever, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Passing of the Mantle A moving transfer from the retirees to the newly commissioned. Bishop Bickerton places a mantle on a representative of the retiring class. The representative of the retiring class places the mantle on the shoulders of a representative of the commissioned class. Words spoken reflected the power of this moment.. Bishop closed the passing of the mantle with words from Ephesians 4:1-6.Special Music - “Witness” arr. Andy Beck was performed by Ms. Jasmine Thomas.During this special music those retiring presented each newly commissioned person with a red prayer shawl crocheted by the Cold Spring UMC Prayer Shawl Group

inVitation to Ministry/altar call

Those being led were invited by Bishop Bickerton to an Altar Call.

offering for Puerto rico hurricane resPonse

Words by Rev. Enrique Lebron, Riverhead UMC: Nine months after the storm tens of thousands in Puerto Rico still remain in need. The NYAC has a unique historical connection with the Methodist Church of Puerto Rico and has already provided assistance including the deployment of two recovery teams, with others scheduled to follow, We have also supported UMCOR efforts throughout the Caribbean.Offertory Dance - “Something Happens/Jesus” Bishop Paul S. Morton, Sr. Issachar Dance Ministry, Springfield Gardens UMC Prayer of Dedication – given by Rev. Enrique Lebron, Riverhead UMC

senDing forth anD DisMissal with blessing Bishop Bickerton and newly commissioned deacon. A. Jordon Scruggs offered the blessing of dismissal. Amen and Amen.Recessional Hymn - “Because He Lives” Postlude - “I Want Jesus to Walk With Me” arr. J. Roberts played by Conference Music Team


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JUNE 9 | SATURDAY AFTERNOONRetirement Videos shownCLERGY BALLOT #3 result – Timothy Riss was elected. Bishop Bickerton invited Tim forward to anoint and pray for him as a member of the delegation.LAITY BALLOT #4 result – Jorge Lockward was elected. Bishop Bickerton invited Jorge forward to anoint and pray for him as a member of the delegation.LAITY BALLOT #5 - Ballots distributed and collected (Elected so far Fred Brewington, Gail Douglas-Boykin, Jorge Lockward)Gennifer Brooks made a motion that once the four delegates are elected for laity, another vote be taken and the first four would serve as reserve alternate delegates.Folks applauded the motion. Bishop reminded people that applause is not appropriate when a motion is made. Bishop asked for vote and motion was approved.

rePort of the conference chancellor

Lawrence H. McGaughey Two pending cases with potential liability within insurance limits: Quinipet personal injury case and Epworth personal injury case settled by judge, but plaintiff didn’t sign, because she found more assets of individual defendant.15-passenger Van Warning: Issue has not gone away. Chancellor cautions us against having vans as they can be a hazard if we are not careful. If you do have a 15-passenger van, there should be a best practice document. Always check tires and have driver training for those who use the van. Clergy Housing Allowance: For second time, a federal judge has ruled that it is unconstitutional. Freedom from Religion Foundation, trying again for decision on merits. In the meantime, it should be good for 2018, 2019Moving Expense Deduction Eliminated: Starting with 2018 moves, the expenses will be taxable as income to the clergyperson.In the case of Johnson ruling pertaining to politics, below are guidelines to be in line with law. Do not endorse political candidates. Do not accept donations to be contributed to a political campaign. Do not spend a significant amount of money to influence an election. If holding a candidate forum, invite both sides.GuideStar: Well known organization that maintains list of tax exempt organizations. Used by many foundations and grant funders. In order to register, go to GCFA: UMgroupruling.org and Request a letter ruling of tax exemption and check boxClosing of Ebenezer UMC, West Taconic: Rev. Timothy Riss invited us to turn to p. 119 for resolution B: Rev. Leo Curry asked if we need to adjourn to corporate session to be able to address the resolution B. Bishop agreed with Rev. Leo Curry and motioned that we adjourn to Corporate Session. Rev. David Gilmore asked if the resolution B to close Ebenezer includes the cemetery. Rev. Riss said no, this does not include the cemetery. Rev. Betsy Ott spoke mentioning that this was her grandfather’s first appointment and she wanted to note that this is an opportunity to resurrect in a new way. Vote was taken and resolution was approved.


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New York/Connecticut District - Rev. Elizabeth (Betsy) OttCurrent pastors of the New York/Connecticut District were invited to come forward and welcome the new pastors who came forward as appointments were read. Bishop invited the newly appointed to receive their appointment with grace, integrity. Reminded them that they are being appointed to the community. Job is to spread scriptural holiness across the land. Mobilize the people, get them out of the pews and build the kingdom of God. Bishop invited all to greet the pastors of the New York/Connecticut District.

instructions anD introDuctions for workshoPs

Rev. Matthew CurryRev. Curry introduced the leaders and noted that one of the leaders, Rev. William Chaney fell ill and taken to the hospital. If folks signed up for the “Practical Ways to Share Your faith” that Rev. Chaney was to lead, please choose another workshop. Workshops:• Developing Mission, Vision and Core Values for the Local Church• Equipping Communities for Mission • Funding A Church’s Mission Today• Joining the Sanctuary Church Movement• Moving from Activities to Outcomes in the Local Church• Practical Ways to Share Your Faith CANCELED

legislatiVe rePorts

Rev. Ian Straker and Rev. Margaret LaemmelRev. Straker invited the legislative leaders come forward. First three pages include the consent calendar and all the items are on it before us to vote. Rev. Straker drew our attention to 5001, Report of Equitable Compensation. There is a loose sheet that supplants the current report.Note that Section 3 decided to table the #3010- Gracious Accommodation. Every item with exception of #5003 Budget, all other items are before us on the consent calendar. Rev. Kristina Hansen spoke as secretary of Section 3 and wanted to clarify that a vote was not taken to approve #3010, but rather to table it. Rev. Straker pointed us to p. 14 where it is clearly noted that item 3010 is tabled.Rev. Ed Horne addressed the Budget #5003 2019 Budget Approved in session with 100%. Total budget $9,132,808. No questions. Vote called: Carried. Rev. Ed Horne, asked us to turn to p. 66. Total budget of $9,132, 808 will be supported by income of $713,567 from annual conference and other fees and therefore will give us the final apportionment base of $8,419,242. Fees for General Conference - Dr. Dorothee Benz asked if fees for elected and reserve candidates for 2019 special General Conference were covered by conference. She read


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from information put out for the 2019 Special General Conference noting that a $200 to $300 fee will be asked for those who are reserve and visiting the GC. Are there monies available for those who might want to attend the special session of G.C.? Bishop said that according to ¶206.10, the only declaratory decision that the annual conference can address is one that pertains to our conference. Bishop indicated that there is money in the 2019 budget for delegates and reserve. Ross Williams reported that CGFA to cover cost of delegates and NYAC to cover laity reserve delegates and clergy reserve delegates. Bishop reported there is a pool of money being created for those who are interested in visiting the General Conference session. Dr. Dorothee Benz spoke against the fees as they prevent people who are not able to afford the fees to attend the General Conference. Bishop ruled that the request is out of order. Bishop did note that he would consider a motion that expressed concern of the fees that will be charged to be sent to the Council of Bishops and Judicial Council. However, a request for a declaratory decision is not in order. Fred Brewington asked if those who spoke against the fees would meet with himself and Beth Capen regarding the issue so that they can prepare an appropriate motion. Rev. Linda Wiley asked if people can donate monies for those who want to attend the special session.Dorothee Benz presented the following motion: In light of the economic effect of the registration fees and the imperative to get as many people as possible to attend the special GC Council, NYAC council of bishop and judicial council, we recommend that a $1 contribution from every member of the larger United Methodist church be collected to offset the fees. John Blossom spoke in support of the motion but noted that in some parts of Africa, and other countries, an assessment of $1 is a lot to ask. Rev. Steve Knutsen asked if he did not pay that $1, would he be kicked out of the conference? Bishop noted that this is not a binding motion, but the spirit is to urge us to be mindful of the cost.Bishop said yes, this would be in order and would be happy to consider it.Rev. Alex da Silva Souto offered a friendly amendment for United States to offer radical hospitality to other countries so that other visitors to come to GC. Rev. Bill Pfohl asked how much would we save at GC by not using the voting devices.Rev. Marva Usher-Kerr asked if we are finished with the legislative section? Bishop said that there is a motion on the floor and so we are going to finish that first.Bishop Bickerton and Dorothee Benz agreed that there would be a petition written and submitted to Special General Conference addressing this issue. Friendly amendment withdrawn. In the meantime Bishop Bickerton approved the taking of a $1 per person offering to be available for non-elected delegates. Motion for the preparing of petition and offering was approved.Rev. Usher-Kerr noted that this one of the first times the legislative section was done very quickly.Bishop asked for vote on the approval to submit the petition. Vote was taken and proposal was passed.Rev. Tim Riss – move that the visual arts team be acknowledged and thanked for their hard work for the changing back drops at conference. For the building, constructing


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and hauling. Bette Sohm, Glenn Sohm, Linda Mellor, Stephanie Parsons. Conference acknowledged and appreciated their tireless and faithful work.CLERGY BALLOT #4 Result – No electionCLERGY BALLOT #5 – Ballots distributed and collectedBishop remarked that the Youth assembled this morning and they made 30,000 food kits as part of the “Rise Against Hunger” initiative.Ian Straker – Move to accept the Asian Council report, which was not on consensus calendar, but was on document table. Motion seconded and carried.Prayer For Peace: Bishop invited Rev. Sungchan Kim to pray for Korea


Metropolitan District - Rev. Denise Smartt SearsCurrent pastors of the Metropolitan District were invited to come forward and welcome the new pastors who came forward as appointments were read. Bishop invited the newly appointed to receive their appointment with grace, integrity. Reminded them that they are being appointed to the community. Job is to spread scriptural holiness across the land. Mobilize the people, get them out of the pews and build the kingdom of God. Bishop invited all to greet the pastors of the Metropolitan District. LAITY BALLOT #5 Results – No electionLAITY BALLOT #6 – Ballots distributed and collectedHispanic Ministry & New Church Plants: Phase 1 of NYAC Revitalization plan. Rev. David Gilmore invited the folks to come up who will be planting churches. He invited us to celebrate those newly appointed to these revitalizing and new church plants. Bishop adjourned us for workshops for the afternoon. Dinner will be at 5:30pm. We will resume at 7pm.

JUNE 9 | SATURDAY EVENING Bishop Bickerton called us to order.Ross Williams was invited to come and introduce the staff of the conference. He thanked them for their dedication and year round faithfulness.LAITY BALLOT #6 Result – Dorothee Benz was elected. Bishop Bickerton invited Dorothee forward to anoint and pray for her as a member of the delegation.LAITY BALLOT #7 – Ballots distributed and collected. Elect four to be the Reserve Laity DelegatesCLERGY BALLOT #5 Result – Rev. Noel Chin was elected. Bishop Bickerton invited Noel forward to anoint and pray for him as a member of the delegation.CLERGY BALLOT # 6 – Ballots distributed and collected.


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Connecticut District – Rev. Alpher SylvesterCurrent pastors of the Connecticut District were invited to come forward and welcome the new pastors who came forward as appointments were read. Bishop invited the newly appointed to receive their appointment with grace, integrity. Reminded them that they are being appointed to the community. Job is to spread scriptural holiness across the land. Mobilize the people, get them out of the pews and build the kingdom of God. Bishop invited all to greet the pastors of the Connecticut District.

Presentation of stole to bishoP bickerton

Rev. John Thomason and Rev. Paul Hibbard to come forward speak about their recent mission trip to Ecuador. They presented Bishop Bickerton with a stole made by the indigenous people of Ecuador.Bishop remarked that with the reading of the CT District appointment, all districts have been called forward. Even though the reading of appointments at conference has ended, the work of making appointments continues through the year. Bishop thanked Rev. David Gilmore for his work to revitalize congregations. He also thanked the cabinet for their tireless work. Bishop also thanked us, all for our prayers for him. “Living in Sanctuary: Nelson Ninos” - Video shown of First and Summerfield and their work on immigration. They gave sanctuary to Nelson Ninos, who has been there for six months. Rev. Juhye Hahn spoke about the fact that even though they are small in number they offered what they had, much like the young boy who offered two fish and five loaves. Bishop said it’s a small act but a large step of faith and thanked them for faithfulness. He invited Rev. K Karpen to come forward and speak about their work on immigration at St Paul and St Andrew.K Karpen said that just last Monday, a woman with her two-year-old came into their sanctuary and they have taken them in. This is not a political cause but human lives they are holding. They are working to get them home. He invited Rev. Lea Matthews, associate pastor at SPSA to speak on this as well. Bishop asked us all to consider if we can have the radical hospitality to help those in need.LAITY BALLOT # 7 Results – Bishop stated that by previous motion there are now four Reserve Laity Delegates – Tiffany French Goffe, Ann Craig, Roena Littlejohn, Karen Prudente. Bishop Bickerton invited Tiffany, Ann, Roena, and Karen forward to anoint and pray for them as members of the delegation.

africa uniVersity rePort

Rev. Denise Smartt Sears600 young people are graduating today from Africa University, representing 23 African countries. Rev. Sears thanked us for our 100% giving to apportionments. Retirement Videos Shown


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Rev. Bill Shillady spoke about a new initiative by UM City Society to build housing for senior citizens and those in need in the Bronx. Plan in place is that by 2020 a building that you will be able to see. The Trinity – Rev. James Senior Housing Building. Creative ways to take something that has died and creating a new UM presence.

gbgM Mission initiatiVes awarD

Deaconess Rebecca Asedillo was invited to speak on behalf of GBGM. Video shown of UMCOR’s work in the midst of difficulties. Highlight of work in Puerto Rico in the wake of Hurricane Maria. Florida, Texas, Louisiana, California were few of the places that received help in the wake of hurricanes and fires.Funding for UMCOR, Missionary and Global giving comes from Advance giving. On behalf of the board, staff of Global Ministries, she is happy to present mission initiatives award to New York Annual Conference.

Retirement Videos ShownCLERGY BALLOT #6 Results – Rev. Kristina Hansen elected. Bishop Bickerton invited Kristina forward to anoint and pray for her as a member of the delegation.CLERGY BALLOT #7 – Ballots distributed and collected.

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Rev. Adrienne BrewingtonRev. Adrienne Brewington presented report on Council of Churches. Principles of UM are upheld as well as Ecumenical policies. Immigration reform issues are addressed and Council of Churches also are strong advocates of environmental issues. Social justice issues are also important for helping pastors bridge the divide between rural and urban. If anyone wants help, Rev. Brewington invited anyone to contact her or Peter Cook, Director of Council of Churches. Bishop gave us a 15-minute break.CLERGY BALLOT #7 Result – There was No ElectionCLERGY BALLOT #8 – Ballots distributed and collectedHealth Kits – Bishop reported that 70 churches brought 6,432 Health Kits, Flood Buckets etc., etc., Can you imagine 432 churches brining these next year?Impromptu dancing and singing with the band while waiting on results – the NYAC Dance Party

offeringTaken for Special General Conference travelCLERGY BALLOT #8 Results – Rev. Alex da Silva Souto was elected. Bishop Bickerton invited Alex forward to anoint and pray for him as a member of the delegation.CLERGY BALLOT #9 – Ballots distributed and collected. Vote for four Reserve Clergy Delegates While we waited for the votes – we danced for the Lord


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CLERGY BALLOT #9 – Results – four elected Clergy Reserve– Rev. Vicki Flippin, Rev. Sheila Beckford, Rev. Martha Vink, Rev. Sungchan Kim. Bickerton invited Vicki, Sheila, Martha and Sungchan forward to anoint and pray for them as members of the delegation.The dance party ended! Thanks were given to all of the Conference Staff who came together to hand count all of the ballots.

JUNE 10 | SUNDAY MORNING

serVice of orDination anD recognition

Bishop Thomas J. Bickerton, presidingEarly morning the Arena was filled with activity as the final touches of Worship Center were put in place. The Conference Choir rehearsal took place. Dance rehearsal. Photo Session with the Ordinands and of course the procession line-up. The spirit of the Lord was in this place.Gathering Music by the Conference Music Team as guests filled the arena.PRELUDE “Praise to the Lord, the Almighty” – J.S. Bach and arranged by Aaron Weiterkamp and played by the Conference Music Team Brass Quintet.Processional Hymns - “Holy, Holy, Holy! Lord God Almighty,” “Christ, the Church You Gave is Broken,” “Lord I Lift Your Name on High”Dance Call To Worship – “Change Me” by Pamela Mann, a beautiful liturgical dance by Spirit Builders NYAC Praise Dance Team.

greeting anD Prayer

Bishop BickertonWelcome, Bishop said a dent had been made in filling this place! There are a variety of welcomes – there’s another bishop in the house. Bishop Alfred Johnson – welcome home. Welcome to everyone who has a robe and a stole. Not to go unnoticed that clergy took a day off to come to church with the Bishop. Thank you for taking a risk. Welcome to confirmation students! They were ask to stand! The Bishop wanted the confirmands to see the church on a wider scale, to see your church at a different level. Thank you for coming here today, and I hope this will mean something to you today. Thank you to the laity! Welcome! Welcome to those who are living streaming! Welcome!

reaffirMation of baPtisM

Bishop used an evergreen branch to shower confirmands, clergy, laity and the church with water and called them to remember their baptism, and that God loved them and there was nothing that they could do about it! Hymn – “This Is the Day”

welcoMing of the confirManDs

Confirmation youth from around the NYAC were invited to be part of the Celebration this morning. Bishop Bickerton greeted them with joy and offered words of confirmation into the household of God.


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Reprise Hymn – “This Is the Day”

Presentation of Persons to be orDaineD anD recognizeD

Laity led by Conference Lay Leader, Roena Littlejohn presented and Board of Ordained Ministry led by Chair, Rev. Lydia Lebron-Rivera and Registrar for Ordinands, Rev. Dale Ashby presented the following candidates: for ordination as an Elder – Melissa Hinnen, Steve Youngdong Kim and Sharon Petgrave-Cundy and for recognition as an Elder in full connection in the NYAC – Jongbum Lee.Bishop Bickerton recognized that these persons have been led by God for set apart ministry in Chris’s Holy Church. Those authorized have discerned that they are ready for this ordination and recognition.

the general exaMination

The Wesleyan Historical Questions and General ExaminationBishop Bickerton asks the candidates the series of Wesleyan question and a series of general questions. Did they understand what they were expected to know and to do as members of the United Methodist Church. Did they understand that they were not set apart; they were called to serve and profess the Christian faith.Music Ministry – “Preaching the Cross,” composed by Young Hoon Jun, a beautiful piece sung by a diverse group of children.The Scripture readings were Ephesians 3:14-21 and Mark 3:20-35

Sermon – “The Four B’s of Transformation”Bishop Thomas J. BickertonSummary: Some of you know I love statistics – I’m a golfer and I like to keep statistics on how I play. As a pastor I was a weekly stat guy. Wanted to track down my weekly attendance and the participation level of my members. I set pretty high personal goals to push myself to higher goals. In my life I am either highly pleased or disappointed. Recently the statistics here have been revealing. These statistics have given us a picture. Did you know a survey conducted years ago that many people recognized the arches as McDonalds but only 54% recognized the cross as the symbol of the cross as Christianity. Is this what the world has come to, that the arches would be recognized more than the cross? Church attendance is at an all-time low in this country. Our UMC has lost a 1000 members a year since 1968. Nearly 60,000 people in church today will make a decisions to never go back or have a drop in their attendance. People say the church is unfriendly, or they have something else to do or they have found something more important to replace church. Pastors, I don’t think you were made for the past of church “highs,” but made for 2018 for this moment in time. Going back…Get over it! The churches questions should be What is coming to the world, not what is the world coming to… The answer you! You are coming to the world – confirmation students and Ordinands. Confirmands and Ordinands – The questions is what’s coming to the world… Question to Confirmands – what is it that you want from the church, from these pastors so when you come out of church you have the things you need. What do you need in church, worship or Sunday School? On the other hand there are these Ordinands – What should the church bring to you? What are the struggles that you worry about and what are the things we should be praying about? How should you be leading us into the future? If you were to say something to us, what would you say? What are the possibilities? Interviewed someone from the emerging generation – it’s


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not that we don’t believe in God anymore – it’s that we don’t believe in the church. What should the church be saying to the world? We need to tell the world about love and grace and that people are loved and needed. We need to not be afraid to use the praise Jesus Christ – we should be calling people to Jesus Christ. We should be quoting John 10:10 – Jesus came that they may have life. There is this awesome feeling called joy – we need to tell the world! We need to share that joy with the world! Are you afraid of what a true spiritual revival might do to us? What must we do? We need to employ the four B’s of transformation:Break – Break out of our apathy and not settle for it on Sunday. Break out of our judgments – let love flow – break out of our holier than thou attitudes. Start in this very room in this very moment. How can we transform the world if our hearts are not transformed? How can we transform the world if our commitment is so weak? Let’s hear the Gospel of Jesus Christ not the gospel of ….Build – Build relationships. Not only to build with people who look like us, but people period. People in this room and in this world. Search for the ways that God is at work in this world and learn from the inspiration of others. If we are to reach those in this land, we have to learn to speak their language. Bring – When was the last time you brought someone to church with you? Do you believe enough in the same God that saved you – that you would bring someone to church with you for the same saving love. What is the church bringing to people? God is not boring – worshiping God when filled with spirit is not boring. Confirmands what do you need to make it not boring - what are you hoping for in this church. We have to bring our full selves to this work. Bringing is life giving. Bridge – Bridge the gap in the opposites of Christ, theology, homeless and well houses, obese and anorexic, gay and straight, male and female, black and white, young and old. If no one else does that we have to bridge the world between Christian and non-Christian. Be aggressive to build bridges to the world.And then Believe – If we are going to transform this world we have to believe. Ephesians 3:21, second favorite verse. Miracles continue in our world. When my soul gets discouraged – when I know I am unlovable – I feel the love of God deep in my soul – I cry out I believe! Jesus calls us to believe in God, trust in God and do our best to love one another. We will break walls, build relationships, bring others to the saving powers of Jesus and bridge the gaps and believe that Jesus Christ loves us. NYAC break down the walls; NYAC Build relationships; NYAC bring someone on the journey; NYAC God will see us through, and love one another deeply. Amen.Anthem – “Order My Steps” by G. Burleigh performed by Conference Mass Choir

exaMination of elDers

The Examination was performed by Bishop Bickerton. To be ordained Elders: Melissa Hinnen, Steve Youngdong Kim and Sharon Petgrave-Cundy. The Conference Muic Team played hymn “Come Holy Ghost, Our Souls Inspire.” Bishop Bickerton offered Prayers of the People and the Laying on of Hands for each of those individuals being ordained.

recognition of orDers

Bishop Bickerton addresses and recognized JongBum Lee who was to be recognized as an elder in full connection in the New York Annual Conference.


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offering – young clergy Debt assistance

The Young Clergy Debt Assistance fund was the creation of Bishop Martin D. McLee who had a profound desire to provide financial support to clergy aged 40 and younger serving in the New York Annual Conference.Offertory – performed by the Rising Stats Steel Pan Orchestra from Westchester United Methodist Church, Roy Gomes, director.

thanksgiVing anD coMMunion

All received the Invitation to the Table and Peace, Confession and Pardon. The hymn “Grace Alone” was sung as a prelude to the Great Thanksgiving. Mark Miller’s “The Lord’s Prayer was sung. The Bread was broken and all were invited to receive the Bread and Cup. Hymns during Communion were “For Everyone Born,” “Because of Who You Are,” I Am Thine O Lord.” Conference Lay Leaders led the Prayer After Thanksgiving. The body joined again in the hymn “This Is the Day.”

senDing forth anD DisMissal with blessing “Go in peace to serve God and your neighbor in all that you do.” Bishop Bickerton blessed the people: “The grace of Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the communion of the Holy Spirit be with you all, always.” Amen.

conference aDjourneD

At 12:51pm a motion to adjourn the 219th Session of the Annual Conference was made, seconded and carried. All recessed to the hymns “I Refuse” and “Soul On Fire.” Thanks be to God. Amen.


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CERTIFICATES OF CONSECRATIONThis is to certify that at Hofstra University, Hempstead, New York on

Saturday, June 9, pursuant to the election of the New York Annual Conference, I commissioned as follows:

Thomas J. BickertonPresiding Bishop

Margaret Howe Conference Secretary

C. NEW YORK ANNUAL CONFERENCE CERTIFICATES

CERTIFICATE OF PRESIDING BISHOP & SECRETARY This is to certify that the foregoing minutes are a complete and accurate rendering of the proceedings of the 219th session of the New York Annual Conference of The United Methodist Church (the fiftieth session of The United Methodist Church and the fifty-fourth since reunion with the New York East Conference after 115 years of separate existence), held at Hofstra University, Hempstead, New York, June 7-10, 2018, and, as such, the printed records with related data incorporated by reference have been adopted by the Annual Conference as its official record.

Presiding Bishop Thomas J. Bickerton

Hempstead, New York June 9, 2018

Samuel Jaesam Lee Hyoungkyu Park Claire Hojung Wu Seung Kwon (Joseph) Yang

COMMISSIONED AS PROVISIONAL MEMBER, DEACON TRACKA. Jordan Scruggs

COMMISSIONED AS DEACONESSDebra DeMerritt

Angel A. Abakah Denise Allen Oliverio Barrera John Blossom Kenneth Bohler

RECEIVED LICENSE FOR PASTORAL MINISTRY

COMMISSIONED AS PROVISIONAL MEMBERS, ELDER TRACK(Jon) Michael Cobb Jacob Hanbin Eun Akio Iyoda Jane H. Kim

Jacqueline Carter Sejin Cha Rebekah Forni Adeline Hazzard Dorlimar Lebrón Malavé

Sharon Pizzo Jerri Schwarz Andrea P. Smith Heidi Thomas John Wood


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CERTIFICATE OF ORDINATION This is to certify that at Hofstra University, Hempstead, New York on Sunday, June 10, 2018, pursuant to the election of the New York Annual Conference, I ordained, as follows:ELDER’S ORDERS AND FULL MEMBERSHIP

Thomas J. BickertonPresiding Bishop

Hempstead, New YorkJune 10, 2018

Melissa Hinnen Steve Youngdong Kim Sharon Petgrave-CundyFULL MEMBERSHIPJongBum Lee

2018 NYAC Ordination & Recognition Sharon Petgrave-Cundy, Steve Youngdong Kim, Melissa Hinnen, JongBum Lee


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