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II. CONFERENCE ORGANIZATION

A. QUADRENNIAL ELECTIONADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW COMMITTEE

(nominated by the bishop)Chairperson, Pending ..................................................................................................................................................................................MEMBERS: At Large: Saxon Scarborough, Carol Williams-Gilbert. Alternates: Kirk Hatherly, Clyde Penry

COMMISSION ON ARCHIVES AND HISTORYSandrea Williamson, Chairperson ...........................................................................................6024 Tamannary Dr, Greensboro 27455Charles Curtis, Vice-Chairperson ........................................................................................................ 3885 Liberty Rd, Gold Hill 28071Alan Keely, Secretary ...............................................................................................................3530 N Lakeshore Dr, Clemmons 27012Nancy Keever Andersen, Archivist ........................................................................................................PO Box 18005, Charlotte 28218MEMBERS:At Large: Jackie Bolden, Marsha Bradley Patton, Charles Curtis, Phyllis Dudley, Irma Ellwanger, Russ Ford, Louise Jones, Alan Keely, Peter McGuire, Rebekah Ralph, Randy Tarlton, Sandrea WilliamsonConference Secretary: Kimberly T. IngramConference Archivist (without vote): Nancy Keever AndersenAssistant Conference Archivist (without vote): James L. Pyatt

COMMITTEE ON CAMP AND RETREAT MINISTRIESTresca McSwain, Chairperson ..............................................................................................301 South New Hope Rd, Gastonia 28054MEMBERS:At Large: Andrew Brown, Kash Cassady, Kirk LeJeune, Kate May, Jill Rhinehart, Mark WeekleyConference Staff: Carroll Harris, UW Church Vitality Strategist, and Coordinator of Camp and Retreat Ministries

COUNCIL ON CAMPUS MINISTRYBenjamin G. Carson, Chairperson .....................................................................................................450 Green Briar Rd, Boone 28607Matt Morris, Vice-Chairperson....................................................................................................... 3601 St Charles Ct, Gastonia 28056John Howard Jr., Secretary .......................................................................................................... 53 Pine Grove Rd, Spruce Pine 28727Ellis Carson, Treasurer ..............................................................................................................5608 Buckhaven Ct, Greensboro 27409MEMBERS:At Large: Jill Alventosa-Brown, Paul Brown (Marketing), Elizabeth Carpenton, Benjamin Carson, Ellis Carson, Daniel Corpening (Accountability), Preston Davis, John Howard Jr., Heather Kilbourne, Eric Lanier, Brianna McLeod, Matt Morris, Julie O’Neal, Ethan Smith, Scott SmithCampus Ministers (without vote): Jessica Dayson and Andrew MailsCabinet Representative: Michael F. Bailey, YV District SuperintendentConference Staff: Annalee Allen, Associate Director of Ministerial Services

CHURCH VITALITY TEAMMike Fongemy, Chairperson ............................................................................................................ 2448 Acadia Ct, Kannapolis 28083Rob Hutchinson, Vice-Chairperson .................................................................................................... 134 Circle Dr, Thomasville 27360MEMBERS:At Large: David Berrier, Chris Campbell, Mike Fongemy, Virginia Herron, Katie Hoover, Paulette Marbry, Kevin “Bird” McCormac, Jim WollinDistrict: (AP) Charlie Rivens, (BR) Kent Smith, (CV) Cindy Wechter, (ME) Dishawn Muldrow, (NP) Patricia Settle, (SM) Wayne “Wayner” Dickert, (UW) David Talbert, (YV) Rob HutchinsonCabinet Representative: Nancy B. Rankin, NP District Superintendent Conference Staff: Daniel L. Pezet II, Director of Church Development; Timothy K. Roberts, AP Church Vitality Strategist; Sherrie B. Schork, SM Church Vitality Strategist

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COMMISSION ON COMMUNICATIONSBurt Williams, Chairperson ............................................................................................................... 990 Sanford Dr, Morganton 28655Walter Vaughan, Jr., Vice-Chairperson .................................................................................. 7094 Beargrass Rd, Sherrills Ford 28673Juston Smith, Secretary ................................................................................................................ 190 E Franklin Blvd, Gastonia 28052MEMBERS:At Large: Michael Binger, Barbara Bowser, Earl Bradshaw, Kim Buckner, Carl Hughes, Mary Alice McMillan, Mark Muckler, Doug Peninger, James Smith, Juston Smith, Nagatha Tonkins, Walter Vaughan, Jr. Named by Commission: Burt Williams, TBD (3)Ex Officio: Ken Perry, Director of Information Technologies; Michael Rich, Director of Communications

COMMITTEE ON CONFERENCE STAFF RELATIONSRobert D. Upchurch, Chairperson ........................................................................................................... 322 Gregg St, Archdale 27263Matthew Burton, Vice-Chairperson ........................................................................................... 3700 Clemmons Rd, Clemmons 27012Linda Young, Secretary ...............................................................................................................................PO Box 404, Catawba 28609MEMBERS:Elders: Matthew Burton, Angela HollarDeacon or Diaconal Minister: Nancy Miller CampbellLaity: Frances Almond, Robert Upchurch, Linda YoungEx Officio: Paul L. Leeland, Resident Bishop; Amy L. Coles, Assistant to the Bishop; Kathy Odell, Conference Director of Human Resources; Jane Boatwright Wood, Conference Lay Leader; Glenn Kinken III, President, Council on Finance and Administration

CONNECTIONAL TABLEPaul L. Leeland, Resident Bishop, Co-Chairperson .............................................................................PO Box 18750, Charlotte 28218Jane Boatwright Wood, Conference Lay Leader, Co-Chairperson ........................................................25 Danielwood Ct, Clyde 28721Caroline C. Wood, Facilitator .................................................................................................................PO Box 18005, Charlotte 28218

COMMITTEE ON EPISCOPACY (BOD ¶636)Wanda Musgrave, Chairperson .............................................................................................................PO Box 11677, Charlotte 28220 Sanford “Sandy” Giles, Jr., Vice-Chairperson ............................................................................... 120 Crum Dr, Lake Junaluska 28745Sarah McKinney, Secretary ............................................................................................ 2820 Old Greensboro Rd, Thomasville 27360MEMBERS:Elected Clergy: Phillip B. Cole (Chairperson, Episcopal Residence Committee), Sanford “Sandy” Giles, Paul Milton, Andrea SmithElected Lay Women: Jennie Boyd, Sarah McKinney, Wanda Musgrave, Jane Boatwright WoodElected Lay Men: Roy Helm, Mark Hollar, Tom Jordan, Ed WelchAppointed by Bishop: Mary John Dye, Jack Ewing, Monica PalmerMembers of Jurisdictional Committee (with vote): Jennifer Davis, Kim Ingram

COMMISSION ON EQUITABLE COMPENSATIONNeal Jones, Chairperson ....................................................................................... 6000 Old Salisbury Concord Rd, Kannapolis 28083Ann Aldridge, Vice-Chairperson ................................................................................................ 2542 Silverbrook Ct, Morganton 28655John Crane, Secretary ..............................................................................................................2856 Colony Woods Dr, Gastonia 28054CherLue Vang, Treasurer ..............................................................................................................................PO Box 396, Wingate 28174MEMBERS:Clergy: Paul Bethel, Shirley Canty, Michael Gehring, Neal Jones, Mary Rowe Miller, Angela Toth, CherLue Vang Laity: Ann Aldridge, John Crane, Charlene Curtis, Kim Eller, Betty Jo Hardy, Sara Messer, Frances WilliamsonAssistant to the Bishop: Amy L. ColesCabinet Representative: Elizabeth M. Crissman, BR District Superintendent

Conference United Methodist Women President: Tonya Lanier Conference United Methodist Men President: Neil Brown Conference Council on Youth Ministries President: Molly VanhoyConference Board of Trustees President: Bob Wilhoit Conference Council on Finance and Administration President: R. Glenn P. Kinken IIIConference Staff Relations Chairperson: Robert UpchurchBoard of Ordained Ministry Chairperson: Donald JenkinsChurch Vitality Team Chairperson: Mike FongemyJustice and Reconciliation Team Chairperson: Pamela ShoffnerLeadership Development Team Chairperson: Dan HesterMission Engagement Team Chairperson: Brian Mateer

Conference Treasurer/Director of Administrative Services: R. Mark KingConference Secretary/Director of Ministerial Services: Kimberly T. IngramDirector of Church Development: Daniel L. Pezet IIDirector of Communications: Michael RichDirector of Mission Engagement and Connectional Ministries: Caroline WoodPresident of the United Methodist Foundation, WNC, Inc: David SnipesSM District Superintendent: Randolph H. HarryElected Young Adult Clergyperson: Bradley LiskGeneral Church Connectional Table: Amy L. Coles, Dana Lyles

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R. Glenn P. Kinken III, President................................................................................................................ PO Box 718, Davidson 28036George “Chuck” Wooten, Vice-President ...............................................................................................968 Holly Hills Rd, Sylva 28779T. Gregg Plott, Secretary ............................................................................................................... 3519 Maiden Hwy, Lincolnton 28092MEMBERS:Clergy: Richard W. Buffkin, Renee K. Easter, Leigh Anne Hagerman, Mandy N. Jones, R. Glenn P. Kinken III, Andy Langford, T. Gregg Plott, Louis D. TimberlakeLaity: Spencer Disher, Alan Greer, Phillip Haire, Alger Harper, Louretta Howze, Bob James, Travis Last, Irish Spencer, George “Chuck” WootenEx Officio (without vote): Resident Bishop: Paul L. Leeland Assistant to the Bishop: Amy L. Coles Cabinet Representative: Randolph H. Harry, SM District Superintendent Conference Treasurer/Director of Administrative Services: R. Mark King

COMMITTEE ON INVESTIGATIONH. Donnell FitzJefferies, Chairperson ...................................................................... 1128 Whisperwood Ct, Apt E, Greensboro 27407 MEMBERS: Clergy: Charlotte G. Brendel, Morris A. Brown, H. Donnell FitzJefferies, R. Naomi King; Alternates: Paul N. Milton, Patricia (Trish) Pegram, Gary C. RoyalsDiaconal Minister, Alternates: Mark H. Christy, Michael P. Dougherty, Sandra M. McGarrahLaity: Ann Ballard, Jesse Caldwell III, Torry Pinter; Alternates: Margaret Cox, Ray McKesson, Sally Kirby Turner

JUSTICE AND RECONCILIATION TEAMPamela Shoffner, Chairperson ................................................................................................ 2309 Lourance Blvd, Greensboro 27407Ray McKinnon, Co-Vice-Chairperson ...................................................................................5720BrookfieldPointDr,Charlotte28216Brandon Wrencher, Co-Vice-Chairperson ................................................................................ 402 E McCulloch St, Greensboro 27406CONVENERS: African American Ministries: Ronnie Roseboro .......................................................1943 St James Church Rd, Denver 28037 Asian American Ministries: May Vang .............................................................................4400 Creemore Dr, Charlotte 28218 Hispanic/Latino Ministries: Susan Suarez-Webster ........................................................9500 Covedale Dr, Charlotte 28270 Hispanic/Latino Ministries: Timothy Webster (non-voting) .............................................9500 Covedale Dr, Charlotte 28270 Native American Ministries: Joel G. Locklear Jr. ................................................................138 Aldergate Dr, Reidsville 27320 Religion and Race: Emmanuel Boakye-Yiadom ..............................................1625 Teddington Dr, Charlotte 28214 COSROW: Polly Pearson ................................................................903 South Caldwell Ave, Newton 28658MEMBERS: At Large: Angel Alicea Feliciano, Jonathan Brake, George Coates, Keith Marsden, Ray McKinnon, Pamela Shoffner, Mason Siers, Daphine Strickland, Ashley White, Brandon WrencherGeneral Board of Church and Society: Otto D. Harris III Conference Staff: Stephanie M. Hand, ME Church Vitality Strategist; Kim Shockley, CV Church Vitality Strategist

BOARD OF LAITYJane Boatwright Wood, President ..........................................................................................................25 Danielwood Ct, Clyde 28721Kerri Frazier, Secretary ................................................................................................................... 2051 Lake Lucas Rd, Sophia 27350Martha Sharpe, Treasurer ...................................................................................................................... 419 River Rd, Stoneville 27048MEMBERS:Laity: Ron Ballard, Kenneth Bumgarner, Kimberly Clarke, Kerri Frazier, Edna Johnson, Thomasina Lackey, Byong Lee, Jake Lowman, Vicki Moss, Christine Pharr, Martha Sharpe, Molly WelchConference Lay Leader: Jane Boatwright Wood Conference Director of Lay Servant Ministries: Wade LoftinConference Prayer Advocate: Don HylerPresident, Conference United Methodist Women: Tonya A. Lanier President, Conference United Methodist Men: Neil BrownVice President, Conference Council on Youth Ministries: Gracie PlylerDistrict Lay Leaders: (AP) Shannon Sherfey, (BR) Fred Cantler, (CV) Doug Carpenter, (ME) Jatana Royster, (NP) Edd Bigham and Peggy Johnson, (SM) Sue Jones, (UW) Dale McCoy, (YV) Tom Bridges Cabinet Representative: Angela A. Pleasants, CV District SuperintendentConference Staff: L. Rene Wilt, YV Church Vitality Strategist

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LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT TEAMDan Hester, Chairperson .............................................................................................................1900 Emerywood Dr, Charlotte 28210Kari Howard, Vice-Chairperson ...............................................................................................................PO Box 5659, Asheboro 27204MEMBERS: David Beam, A. C. Brock, Marcia Conston, Anne Dooley, Parker Haynes, Faye Herbin, Dan Hester, David Hockett, Kari Howard, Innocent Justice, Colin Miller, Jody Seymour, Leesa Sluder, L. René Wilt, David ZietlowConference Staff: Kimberly T. Ingram, Director of Ministerial Services

MISSION ENGAGEMENT TEAMBrian Mateer, Chairperson ..........................................................................................................2810 Providence Rd, Charlotte 28211Marilyn Weiler, Vice-Chairperson ....................................................................................... 1131 Jonestown Rd, Winston-Salem 27104Brenda Glad, Treasurer ....................................................................................................................1009 Boston Rd, Taylorsville 28681MEMBERS: Richard Buff, Steve Cheyney, Alexis Coleman, Kim Collins, Catherine Cuthbertson, Luke Edwards, Brenda Glad, Brian Mateer, David Millsaps, Donnie Mitchem, Cynthia Nanney, Sherry Sink, Richard M. Weaver, Marilyn Weiler, Julie Wilburn-PeelerConference Staff (without vote): Maria King, NP Church Vitality Strategist; Robert L. Parsons Jr., BR Church Vitality, Strategist; Caroline Wood, Director of Mission Engagement and Connectional Ministries

COMMITTEE ON NOMINATIONSBishop Paul L. Leeland, Chairperson ....................................................................................................PO Box 18750, Charlotte 28218 Kimberly T. Ingram, Secretary ...............................................................................................................PO Box 18005, Charlotte 28218MEMBERS:Elected Lay Members: (Women) Mildred Carter, Mary Allen Conforti; (Men) Henry W. “Hank” Dozier, Bob ShepherdResident Bishop: Paul L. LeelandAssistant to the Bishop: Amy L. ColesConference Secretary: Kimberly T. IngramDistrict Superintendents: (AP) Carl L. Arrington, (BR) Elizabeth M. Crissman, (CV) Angela A. Pleasants, (ME) W. Mark Andrews, (NP) Nancy B. Rankin, (SM) Randolph H. Harry, (UW) Laura H. Auten, (YV) Michael F. BaileyDistrict Lay Leaders: (AP) Shannon Sherfey, (BR) Fred Cantler, (CV) Doug Carpenter, (ME) Jatana Royster, (NP) Edd Bigham and Peggy Johnson, (SM) Sue Jones, (UW) Dale McCoy, (YV) Tom Bridges Conference Lay Leader: Jane Boatwright WoodPresident, Conference United Methodist Men: Neil BrownPresident, Conference United Methodist Women: Tonya LanierPresident, Conference Council on Youth Ministries: Molly Vanhoy

BOARD OF ORDAINED MINISTRYDonald Jenkins, Chairperson .............................................................................................2400 Dellabrook Rd, Winston-Salem 27105Elizabeth Coppedge-Henley, Vice-Chairperson .............................................13816 Professional Ctr Dr, Ste 100, Huntersville 28078Ann L. Duncan, Secretary ............................................................................................................292 Meadowbrook Cir, Brevard 28712 George Ragsdale, Treasurer ............................................................................................................700 South Main St, Belmont 28012Gloria G. Hughes, Chairperson, Order of Deacons .................................................................... 5050 Hampton Rd, Clemmons 27012Veranita Alvord, Chairperson, Order of Elders ...............................................................................1504 Colonial Ave, Reidsville 27320Fredrick Cantler, Lay Member of Executive Committee ....................................................................69 Greenville Hwy, Brevard 28712Sue Anne Morris, Chairperson, Fellowship of Local Pastors & Assoc. Members ..............................1426 Carolina Ave, Eden 27288Kimberly T. Ingram, Registrar ................................................................................................................PO Box 18005, Charlotte 28218Laura H. Auten, Cabinet Representative .............................................................................................. PO Box 1307, Albemarle 28002MEMBERS:Elders in Full Connection: Veranita Alvord, Lauren Anderson, Laura Auten, Eileen Ayuso, Sherri Barnes, Pamela Blackstock, Randy Blanton, Fredrick Bowman, Mary Brown, Matthew Burton, Heidi Campbell-Robinson, Carol Carkin, Michael Carr, Miller Carter, Michelle Chappell, David Christy, Thomas Conder, Elizabeth Coppedge-Henley, Beverly Coppley, Ann Duncan, Karen Easter-Bayne, Sharon Engebretson, Bradford Farrington, Lara “Willis” Greene, Kelley Groce, James Howell, Donald Jenkins, James Johnson, Linda Kelly, Uiyeon Kim, In-Yong Lee, Kenneth Lyon, Daniel Martin, Samuel Moore, Brenda Newman, Walter Pegues, Lonnie Pittman, Sally Queen, George Ragsdale, Joshua Sherfey, Randy Sherrill, Wesley Smith, Bradley Thie, A. J. Thomas, Keith Turman, Avery WhiteDeacons in Full Connection: Laura Elliott, Michelle Foster-Beckerleg, Stephanie Hand, Bradley Hopper, Gloria Hughes, Kevin Turner, Carrie Wright, Linda ZastovnikLaity (including Conference Lay Leader) and Diaconal Ministers: Fredrick Cantler, Dennis Carroll, JoAnn Carter, Joyce Forth, Linda Masters, Melissa McGill, Pilar Perez, Kenneth Poe, Linda Pope, Jenny Reilly, Jatana Royster, Cindy Thompson, Lori Wilson Jane Boatwright WoodAssociate Members/Local Pastors: Alexis Anthony, Sue Anne MorrisMember, General Board: (exofficio with vote): Kimberly T. Ingram, Jane Boatwright WoodAssociate Director of Ministerial Services (exofficiowithout vote): F. Annalee Allen

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B. TERM ELECTIONBOARD OF PENSION AND HEALTH BENEFITS

Michael Watson, President ............................................................................................... 131 Franklin Plaza Dr #229, Franklin 28734Sarah Kalish, Vice-President ........................................................................................................ 118 E. Morgan St, Wadesboro 28170Sandra McNiel, Secretary ..................................................................................................... 3608 Rock Meadow Cir, High Point 27265Lynne Gilbert, Treasurer ................................................................................................................4821-B Tower Rd, Greensboro 27410 FrankA.StithIII,HealthBenefitsCommitteeChairperson ..................................................... 257 Tillman Rd, Lake Junaluska 28745R. Mark King, Conference Treasurer .....................................................................................................PO Box 18005, Charlotte 28218MEMBERS:Terms to expire in 2020: Sandra McNiel, Sandra Moore, Stanley RoseboroTerms to expire in 2024: Amy Berrier, Robert S. Chiles Sr., Winifred Helton, Victoria Hunt, Sarah Kalish, Jearld Leonhardt, Albert Mills, Michael WatsonEx Officio(withoutvote):LynneGilbert,Treasurer;FrankA.StithIII,HealthBenefitsCommitteeChairpersonConference Treasurer/Director of Administrative Services: R. Mark KingCabinet Representative: W. Mark Andrews, ME District Superintendent

CONFERENCE BOARD OF TRUSTEES, INC.Bob Wilhoit, President ................................................................................................................. 200 Worth St, Ste A, Asheboro 27203Susan K. Irvin, Vice-President .................................................................................................................PO Box 2376, Davidson 28036Tom Schnitzlein, Secretary ...............................................................................................................355 S Broad St, Mooresville 28115MEMBERS:Terms to expire in 2020: Ed Ingle, Susan Irvin, Tom Schnitzlein, Sam Smith, Bob Wilhoit, Erna WombleTerms to expire in 2024: Steve Felts, Patrick Hamrick, Roslyn Harris, Eric Lane, Chad Shoaf, Earonita StrongEx Officio (without vote): Resident Bishop: Paul L. Leeland Assistant to the Bishop: Amy L. Coles Conference Treasurer/Director of Administrative Services: R. Mark King Cabinet Representative: Carl L. Arrington, AP District Superintendent

C. OTHERBOARD OF DIRECTORS OF

ALDERSGATE UNITED METHODIST RETIREMENT COMMUNITY, INC.Thomas R. Lawing, Jr., Chairperson ........................................................................................2609 Valencia Terrace, Charlotte 28226 William K. Springs, Vice-Chairperson ....................................................................................... 2724 Shady Reach Ln, Charlotte 28214Patricia G. Garrett, Secretary ..........................................................................................................301-J Mandalay Ct, Surf City 28445Michael Sulhan, Treasurer/CFO .................................................................................................... 3800 Shamrock Dr, Charlotte 28215Suzanne Hodge Pugh, President/CEO .......................................................................................... 3800 Shamrock Dr, Charlotte 28215MEMBERS:Christopher Davis, Patricia G. Garrett, David J. Guilford, Martha D. Jones, Susan S. Keever, Thomas R. Lawing Jr., Joseph A. Lipe, Billy Maddalon, Blake Morris, Petrolia G. Norman, Joan Ramsey, William K. Springs, Robert Dee Vaughn Jr., Stanley Watkins, Mary E. Wilson

BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF ARBOR ACRES UNITED METHODIST RETIREMENT COMMUNITY, INC.

Dale E. “Dek” Driscoll, Chairperson .......................................................................................2533 Warwick Rd, Winston-Salem 27104Susan S. Schwartz, Chairperson-Elect.............................. The Cemala Foundation, 330 S. Greene St., Ste. 101, Greensboro 27401Marian M. Douglas, Vice-Chairperson ............................................................................... 2872 Galsworthy Dr, Winston-Salem 27106Nancy S. Cannon, Secretary .................................................................................................2565 Club Park Rd, Winston-Salem 27104Paul M. Wiles, Treasurer ........................................................................................................ 3501 Stillwater Ct, Winston-Salem 27106Andrew Applegate, President/CEO .............................................................................................1240 Arbor Rd, Winston-Salem 27104MEMBERS:Class of 2017: Nancy S. Cannon, Dudley C. “Chan” Chandler Jr., Florence P. Corpening, Amy M. Egleston, James A. Gallaher, Susan R. Hauser, J. William McGuinn Jr., William T. Medlin III, Anita H. Ogburn, Steven L. Reeder, James A. Rousseau II, Susan S. SchwartzClass of 2018: Arthur L. Bloom, Marian M. Douglas, Dale E. Driscoll, Cynthia S. Graham, Lory Beth T. Huffman, Kay B. Johnson, Richard C. Spangler, Paul M. WilesClass of 2019: Welborn E. Alexander Jr., Pamela H. Ball, Scott J. Gerding, David C. Hinton, Kathryn A. Nelson, Danny R. Newcomb, DrewryH.Nostitz,JamesM.Ruffin,WilliamF.SayersEx Officio: Bishop Paul L. Leeland; Charles M. Duckett, Resident Council President; Michael F. Bailey, YV District Superintendent

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BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF CHRYSALIS COUNSELING AND CONSULTATION CENTERBrian C. Allen, President ........................................................................................................ 1510 West Cone Blvd, Greensboro 27408 Amanda Kirby, Vice-President .................................................................................................. 2711-A Pinedale Rd, Greensboro 27408Mary Lu Harmon, Secretary ......................................................................................................... 33-A Aspen Drive, Greensboro 27409Billy Crumley, Treasurer ..........................................................................................................1413 Heatherbrook Dr, High Point 27265MEMBERS:Brian Allen, Diana Burns, Billy Crumley, Mary Lu Harmon, William Heintzelman, Christine Judge, Amanda Kirby, Brian Pearce; Jackie SelmanEx Officio: Gary L. Kling, Executive Director; Harry Long, Emeritis;TheoVondracek,LPC,LMFT;LeighLoftin,OfficeAssistant

BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF CONFERENCE BROTHERHOOD/SISTERHOODJoseph M. Westfall, President ...................................................................................................... 273 25th Avenue NW, Hickory 28601H. Donnell FitzJefferies, Vice-President .................................................................... 1128 Whisperwood Ct, Apt E, Greensboro 27407Sarah B. Kalish, Secretary ............................................................................................................. 118 E Morgan St, Wadesboro 28170 Roland T. Barnhardt, Executive Director ................................................................................................. PO Box 1096, Belmont 28012Robbie M. Carr, Administrative Assistant ............................................................................................... PO Box 1096, Belmont 28012Terry Gates, Co-Director of Laity .................................................................................................... 2435 Heavner Rd, Lincolnton 28092 Jack Young, Co-Director of Laity ................................................................................................1008 Westwood Ave, High Point 27262MEMBERS:Class of 2018: Madeline D. Gray, K. Wesley Judy, Sarah B. Kalish, Joseph M. WestfallClass of 2019: W. Mark Andrews, Oliver W. Helsabeck, Donald A. Newman, J. Burton Williams Jr.Class of 2020: J. Zachery Christy, H. Donnell FitzJefferies, Terry Gates, Barbara B. Mayo Class of 2021: Otto D. Harris III, Rodvegas M. Ingram Sr., Sandra W. Ireson, Andrew B. McIntyreEx Officio: James L. Pyatt (immediate past president)

BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF CROSSNORE SCHOOL & CHILDREN’S HOME Carolyn Moretz, Chairperson ......................................................................................................1779 8th Street Dr NW, Hickory 28601Katheryn Northington, Vice-Chairperson ...........................................................................1511 Overbrook Ave, Winston-Salem 27104Marilyn Williams, Secretary ............................................................................................2930 N Westmoreland Dr, Orlando, FL 32804Ted Laporte, Treasurer ..................................................................................................................... 751 Edgehill Rd S, Charlotte 28207Brett A. Loftis, CEO ....................................................................................................................................PO Box 249, Crossnore 28616MEMBERS:Kim Barnhardt, John Blackburn, Bick Cardwell, Pamela Corbett, Carol Dabbs, Rush S. Dickson, Ray Edwards, Elizabeth C. Graham, B. Kelly Graves, Martha Guy, Eldridge “Redge” Hanes, Kathy Izard, Hunter M. Peak, Robert A. Quick, David P. Riggins, Traci Royster, Jean Ann Rushton, William Satterwhite III, Alex Stacy, John Stone, Iris Sunshine, Buddy Thomas, Peggy Troxell, Philip P. Vineyard, Quincy F. WhiteEx Officio: Bishop Paul L. Leeland; Michael F. Bailey, YV District Superintendent

DISCIPLE BIBLE OUTREACH MINISTRIES OF NORTH CAROLINA, INC.Mark C. Hicks, Executive Director ...........................................................................................................PO Box 358, Oak Island 28465CharlesCrutchfield,Chairperson ..................................................................................................................................................Cary, NC MEMBERS FROM WESTERN NORTH CAROLINA CONFERENCE: Ed Campbell, David Christy, Diane Ezzell, Randolph Harry, Craig Kirkpatrick, Joeff WilliamsEx Officio: Neil Brown, President, Conference United Methodist MenBoard of Advisors: Bishop Paul L. Leeland

TRUSTEES OF THE EUGENE M. COLE FOUNDATIONJames C. Windham Jr., Chairperson ........................................................................................3509 Country Club Rd, Gastonia 28056 R. Anthony Orsbon, Vice-Chairperson .............................................................................................4201 Congress St, Charlotte 28209Rebecca Douglas, Secretary ........................................................................................................347 Hawks Moor Ct, Charlotte 28262MEMBERS:Term to expire in 2018: James C. Windham Jr.Term to expire in 2019: Anthony OrsbonTerm to expire in 2020: Rebecca Douglas

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Doris P. Loomis, Chairperson ...........................................................McGuire, Wood & Bissettee, P.A., PO Box 3180, Asheville 28802G. Edward Towson III, Vice-Chairperson.............................................................................................7 Brookwood Rd, Asheville 28804Joseph P. McGuire, Secretary ...........................................................McGuire, Wood & Bissettee, P.A., PO Box 3180, Asheville 28802Donna A. Broadwell, Assistant Secretary .......................................................................................392 Vanderbilt Rd, Asheville 28803Kenneth W. Swayze Jr., Treasurer ..................................................................................................111 Finley St, Hendersonville 28739Horace S. Jennings, Assistant Treasurer ................................................................................................. 27 Forest Rd, Asheville 28803Gregory D. Hutchins, Immediate Past Chairperson ................................................................................PO Box 7647, Asheville 28802 KennethM.Partin,ChiefExecutiveOfficer ......................................................................... 2360 Sweeten Creek Rd, Asheville 28803MEMBERSClass of 2018: Ann H. Aldridge, Daniel B. Cook, Thomas A. Lesher, J. Lawrence McCleskey, Joseph P. McGuire, Clifton B. Metcalf, Della J. Watson, Armin L. WessellClass of 2019: Annette P. Coleman, Kathryn D. Durity, Roger C. Hibbard, Horace H. Hunt, Ronald C. Leatherwood, Doris P. Loomis, J. Edgar McFarland, David C. WhildenClass of 2020: Kathryn M. Atkinson, Donna A. Broadwell, Jane H. Fuller, Kenneth M. Hughes, Horace S. Jennings, Dorothy J. Johnson, Josephine C. PyattEx Officio: Lucian C. Rice, Medical; Florence E. Schwein, GE Resident Council Rep; Florence H. Shelor, GHF Resident Council RepHonorary Life: William B. Cagle, Robert E. Shepherd, Hal F. Starnes, Alfred J. Whitesides Jr.Clergy: Robert M. Blackburn Jr., W. Michael Holder, W. Mark Ralls, R. Keith Turman, Christopher M. WestmorelandConference Representatives: Paul L. Leeland, Resident Bishop; Elizabeth M. Crissman, BR District Superintendent; Randy H. Harry, SM District Superintendent

REPRESENTATIVES TO NORTH CAROLINA COUNCIL OF CHURCHESBetty Jo Hardy, Robert R. Webb III

BOARD OF MANAGERS OF THE NORTH CAROLINA PASTORS’ SCHOOLMEMBERS FROM WESTERN NORTH CAROLINA CONFERENCE:Terms to expire in 2017: Paul Brown, Otto D. Harris IIITerms to expire in 2018: Jae Lee, Joe WestfallTerms to expire in 2019: Terry Matthews, Joshua SherfeyTerms to expire in 2020: Lauren Anderson, Kelley Groce

BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF SANCTUARY COUNSELING GROUPMartha K. Rick, Chairperson ..................................................................................................... 9933 Russett Oak Ln, Charlotte 28277AnnaHollifield,Secretary ............................................................................................................... 725 Bertonley Ave, Charlotte 28218Michael Berryhill, Treasurer ..................................................................................................... 2003 Red Carpet Ct, Indian Trail 28079MEMBERS:MichaelBerryhill,GingerDickerson,DavidGilliam,AnnaHollifield,ColinHood,AndrewNesbitt,MarthaRick,HeidiStarnesEx Officio: Carl Arrington, AP District Superintendent; Angela Pleasants, CV District Superintendent; Mark Andrews, ME District Superintendent; Laura Auten, UW District Superintendent

BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF UMAR–WNC, INC.Gil Middlebrooks, Chairperson ....................................................................................... 5350 77 Center Dr, Ste 201, Charlotte 28217Parks Hunter, Vice-Chairperson ..................................................................................... 5350 77 Center Dr, Ste 201, Charlotte 28217Billy Morton, Second Vice-Chairperson ......................................................................... 5350 77 Center Dr, Ste 201, Charlotte 28217Marilyn Garner, President/CEO, Secretary of the Board .............................................. 5350 77 Center Dr, Ste 201, Charlotte 28217Denise Shockley, Treasurer ............................................................................................ 5350 77 Center Dr, Ste 201, Charlotte 28217Max Daniel, Past Chairperson ........................................................................................ 5350 77 Center Dr, Ste 201, Charlotte 28217MEMBERS:Donna Frye, Theresa Hall, Parks Hunter, Tom Lawson, Gil Middlebrooks, Pat Mirabelli, Billy MortonEx Officio: Bob King, Aaron Moss

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BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE UNITED METHODIST FOUNDATION, INC.G. Thomas Jordan, Chairperson .................................................................................... 333 N Greene St, Ste 506, Greensboro 27401David A. Snipes, President/CEO.............................................................. 13816 Professional Center Dr, Ste 100, Huntersville 28078Robert B. Byrd II, Vice-President ..................................................................................... 201 S College St, Ste 2500, Charlotte 28244Elizabeth Coppedge-Henley, Assistant Vice-President .......................... 13816 Professional Center Dr, Ste 100, Huntersville 28078Anne D. Martin, Secretary ............................................................................................................. 250 Crum Dr, Lake Junaluska 28745Susan Cothern, Assistant Secretary ....................................................... 13816 Professional Center Dr, Ste 100, Huntersville 28078Steve Wilson, Treasurer .................................................................................401 S Tryon St, 2nd Floor, D1050-023, Charlotte 28202Tammy Lehman, Assistant Treasurer ...................................................... 13816 Professional Center Dr, Ste 100, Huntersville 28078Christopher W. Davis, Past Chairperson ...............................................................................445 S Main St, Ste 400, Davidson 28036MEMBERS:Mark Bailey, Rob Byrd, Brad Chapman, David Guilford, Tom Jordan, Tom Latimer, Kenneth Lyon, Anne Martin, Bill Mileham, Wan-da Musgrave, Will Rucker, Jimmy Saine, Charles Smith, Cindy Thompson, Steve WilsonCounsel (without vote): R. Anthony (Tony) OrsbonEx Officio (without vote): Bishop Paul L. Leeland; Amy L. Coles, Assistant to the Bishop; R. Mark King, Conference Treasurer; P. Glenn Kinken III, Chairperson, Conference Finance & Administration; Caroline Wood, Director of Mission Engagement and Connectional MinistriesHonorary (without vote): Lacy Baynes, C. Harley Dickson, Royce O. Reynolds

D. TREASURERS TO WHOM FUNDS SHOULD BE FORWARDEDForward receipts for the following funds to R. Mark King, Conference Treasurer, PO Box 18005, Charlotte, NC 28218:1. Annual Conference, District, Jurisdictional, and General Church Apportioned Funds and Askings: 401. District Missional Engagement 402. District Benevolence Fund 403. District Congregational Vitality 404. Conference Camping Ministries 503. Episcopal Fund 504. District Operations Fund 505. Conference Administrative Support Budget 506. Equitable Compensation Fund 507.ClergyMedicalLeaveBenefitsFund 508. Mission and Ministry 509. Intentional Interim 513. Africa University Fund 514. Black College Fund 515. General Administration Fund 516. Interdenominational Cooperation Fund 517. Jurisdictional Administration Fund 519. Ministerial Education Fund 520. World Service Fund

2. AnnualConferenceDirectInvoicingofBenefits (includespastor,spouseandfamilyhealthbenefit andclergypensionbenefit)

3. Bishop’s Initiative for Africa University (WSSG #03 01 88)

4. Human Relations Day

5. UMAR Sunday

6. UMCOR Sunday

7. Native American Awareness Sunday

8. Mother’s Day Offering for Aldersgate, Arbor Acres, and Givens Estates

9. Disciple Bible Outreach Ministry

10. Project AGAPE

11. Peace with Justice Sunday

12. Children’s Home Sunday

13. World Communion Sunday

14. United Methodist Student Day

15. Youth Service Fund

16. General Advance Specials (world, national, UMCOR)

17. Conference Advance Specials

18. World Service Special Gifts

19. World Hunger (all projects, including UMCOR)

20. Special gifts for constituent ministries in addition to above named Special Sunday offerings

21. Conference Mission Response Center

22. Medical Mission Teams

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E. DISTRICT OFFICERS | 2017-2018Note:Listedhereareonlythosedistrictofficersconfirmed,elected,orapprovedbytheannualconference.Eachdistrictpublishesadirectoryinwhichmaybefoundlistingsofotherdistrictofficers.

1. APPALACHIAN DISTRICTLay Leader: Shannon Sherfey ..................... 191 Northwood Cir, Taylorsville 28681 | 828.632.7130, shannonsherfey@charter.netAssociates: Kenny Bumgarner, Dillon Culbreth, Amy Dunlap, Penny Ledbetter, Cathy Reed, Linda Taylor, Roberta WalkerCOMMITTEE ON DISTRICT SUPERINTENDENCY:Chairperson: Owen Peeler .....................................495 Hwy 194 S, West Jefferson 28694 | 336.877.3285, opeeler@wnccumc.netClergy Members: Naomi King, Mark SmithLaity Members: Kent Gaither, Donna Parks Hill, Gary McLean, Vermel Moore, Jeff Seaford, Maggie TillyEx Officio: Carl L. Arrington, District Superintendent; Shannon Sherfey, District Lay LeaderCOMMITTEE ON ORDAINED MINISTRY:Chairperson: Judy Davis ..................................................305 W Main St, Jonesville 28642 | 336.469.2768, jdavis1@wnccumc.netClergy Members: David “Wes” Austin, Lori Anne Bowen, Ben Carson, Daniel Gaddy, Michael Gehring, Uiyeon Kim, Naomi King, Terry Matthews, Virginia Peurifoy, Karen Roberts, Mike Shuford, Amy Spivey, Jacqueline TookeyLaity Members: Martha Phillips, Linda Tate, Mary Umbarger, Kay Webb, David WagnerEx Officio: Carl L. Arrington, District Superintendent; Shannon Sherfey, District Lay Leader; Katie Hutton, RegistrarBOARD OF TRUSTEES/CHURCH LOCATION AND BUILDING:Chairperson: Rickey Mitchell ................................................ 240 Ridge Rd, Boone 28607| 828-386-4203, rmitchell@wnccumc.netClergy Members: Matt Emory, Ralph Lepley, Alan Rice, Laity Members: Kevin Brookshire, Pam Lewis, Bill Pope, William Sale, Cindy SellersEx Officio: Carl L. Arrington, District Superintendent; Shannon Sherfey, District Lay Leader; Katie Hutton, RegistrarCHURCH VITALITY TEAM:Chairperson: Howard Fleming ........................................POBox413,GraniteFalls28630|704.681.2722,hfleming@wnccumc.netClergy Members: Luke Edwards, Carrilea Potter Hall, David Hockett, Uiyeon Kim, Charlie RivensLaity Members: Alice Dula, Ben Gatton, Mike LoftisEx Officio: Carl L. Arrington, District Superintendent; Katie Hutton, District Admin; Timothy Roberts, Church Vitality StrategistMISSION ENGAGEMENT TEAM:Chairperson: Laura Beach ................................................. 198 Blue Bird Ln, Boone 28607 | 540.420.0352, lbeach@wnccumc.netClergy Members: Laura Beach, Ben Carson, Judy Davis, Neill ShawLaity Members: Matt Cooksey, Vickie Dancy, Scott Mitchell, Amanda Witherspoon-Morrow, Jim SwoffordEx Officio: Carl L. Arrington, District Superintendent; Shannon Sherfey, District Lay Leader; Katie Hutton, Registrar

2. BLUE RIDGE DISTRICTLay Leader: Fred Cantler .....................................................153 S Rice St, Brevard 28712 | 828.399.1526, fredcantler@gmail.comAssociates: NoneCOMMITTEE ON DISTRICT SUPERINTENDENCY:Chairperson: Cameron Kempson .......................56 Ormand Ave, Arden 28704 | 828.712.2229, deaconessckempson@gmail.comMembers: Dennis Burleson, Mary Downes, Norman Guthrie, Ashley Crowder Stanley, Rich Magnuson, Doris Morrison, Leith TateEx Officio: Elizabeth M. Crissman, District Superintendent; Fred Cantler, District Lay LeaderCOMMITTEE ON ORDAINED MINISTRY:Co-Chairperson(s): Shelly F. Webb ..................... 563 Falls Creek Rd, Pisgah Forest 28768 | 828.772.5326, swebb@wnccumc.net Mike Holder .............................................................325 N Broad St, Brevard 28712 | 828.883.9025, mholder@brevardfumc.orgClergy Members: George Davis, James Johnson, Amy Leachman, Joy Moss, Ross O’Neal, Jeremy Troxler, Rich TuttleLaity Members: Steve Arnaudin, Joyce Forth, Cameron Kempson (Deaconess)Ex Officio: Elizabeth M. Crissman, District Superintendent; Fred Cantler, District Lay Leader; Ruth Kapely, RegistrarBOARD OF CHURCH LOCATION AND BUILDING:Chairperson: Jim Alderman ............ 94 Dogwood Hills Dr, Brevard 28712 | 828.883.2049, 828.231.6321, alderman@citcom.netVice Chairperson: Bob Hensley ...............................................4309 N 226 Hwy, Bakersville 28705-0196 | hensley.bob@gmail.comMembers: McKenzieDillingham,JoyGardner,NeilHaynes,DwightHollifield,DianneJohnston,LaneMallonee,AnthonyTaylor, Chester West, Jay WrightEx Officio: Elizabeth M. Crissman, District Superintendent; Fred Cantler, District Lay LeaderBOARD OF TRUSTEES: Chairperson: Phil Smith ...505 Elk Mountain Scenic Hwy, Asheville 28804 | 828.253.3709, 828.230.3711, psmith@vwlawfirm.comMembers: John Cowan Jr., Gerald Davis, Karen Doucette, Rob Parsons, Kent Smith, Doug Tallent, Phillip Tate, Beau WaddellEx Officio: Elizabeth M. Crissman, District Superintendent; Fred Cantler, District Lay Leader

2017 journal of the Annual Conference 23VITALITY TEAM:Chairperson: Kent Smith .....................................9 Salem Church Rd, Weaverville 28787 | 828.645.6014, ksmith1@wnccumc.netMembers: Karen Ballard, Neil Brown, Linda Davidson, Phillip Hurst, Tony Kapely, Laura Kirby, Lane Mallonee, Todd McCullough, Jeff McCumber, Joy Moss, Rob Parsons, Wes Sharpe, Kent Smith, Anthony Taylor, Cheryl WallinEx Officio: Elizabeth M. Crissman, District Superintendent; Fred Cantler, District Lay Leader

STRATEGY TEAM/NOMINATONS COMMITTEE:Chairperson: Elizabeth M. Crissman ...................27 Balm Grove Ave, Asheville 28806 | 828.254.8564, bcrissman@wnccumc.orgChairperson: Fred Cantler ...................................................153 S Rice St, Brevard 28712 | 828.399.1526, fredcantler@gmail.comMembers: Jim Alderman, Ron Ballard, Laura Kirby, Luke Lingle, Rob Parsons, Lucy Robbins, Kent Smith, Phil Smith, Rick Schilling, Sydnor Thompson, Cheryl Wallin, Shelly Webb

3. CATAWBA VALLEY DISTRICTLay Leader: Doug Carpenter .................................3701 Sugar Spring Rd, Gastonia 28054 | 704.689.3368, douglc@earthlink.netAssociates: Eric Carswell, George Eubanks, Marie Moore, Polly Pearson, Keith WilsonCOMMITTEE ON DISTRICT SUPERINTENDENCY:Chairperson: Carrol Flack .............................................................POBox536,Dallas28034|704.922.3907,cflack@wnccumc.netMembers: Doug Carpenter, Betty Brown, Diane Creasman, Ann Gregory, Gary Murdock, Albert Perkins, Mark Skillestad, Rhonda Wood, James WrightEx Officio: Angela A. Pleasants, District Superintendent; Doug Carpenter, Lay LeaderCOMMITTEE ON ORDAINED MINISTRY:Chairperson: Sally Queen ......................................1100 Heatherloch Dr, Gastonia 28054 | 704.864.3222, squeen@wnccumc.netMembers: Ann Aldridge, Stephen Autrey, Teresa Blanton Shirley Canty, Ken Curtis, Judy Foster, David Hamlyn, Faye Herbin, Charles Kyker, Frances Marshall, Barbara Mayo, Al Mills, George Ragsdale, Jim Sanders,Tim Strickland, Amy Vaughan, Harold WhiteEx Officio: Angela A. Pleasants, District Superintendent; Doug Carpenter, Lay Leader; Jana Alexander, RegistrarBOARD OF TRUSTEES/BOARD OF CHURCH LOCATION AND BUILDING:Chairperson: Ron Byers ...........................................................115 Pilbury Dr, Shelby 28152 | 980.329.1404, rbyers@wnccumc.netTerms to expire in 2017: Gary Garlow, TBDTerms to expire in 2018: Cynthia Spicer, Blake Trimble, TBDTerms to expire in 2019: Roy Byers, James Norwood, James SmithTerms to expire in 2020: David Rhyne, Ed StephensonEx Officio: Angela A. Pleasants, District Superintendent; Doug Carpenter, Lay LeaderCHURCH VITALITY AND MISSION ENGAGEMENT TEAM:Chairperson: Shirley Canty ................15349 Ballantyne Country Club Dr, Charlotte 28277 | 704.827.2726, scanty@wnccumc.netMembers: Mitchell Boughman, Brian Deal, McDonald Foster, Bill Garrard, David Hiatt, Troy Howard, Betty Jacobsen, Bob Kerr, Monique Luckey, Molly Pekarek, Jill Rhinehart, Anita Sain, Debra Short, Stephen Shytle, Jim Tate, Raymundo Villanueva, Cynthia Wechter, Renita WilliamsEx Officio: Angela A. Pleasants, District Superintendent; Doug Carpenter, Lay Leader; Kim Shockley, Church Vitality Strategist

Western North Carolina Conference244. METRO DISTRICT

Lay Leader: Jatana Royster .............................. 8227 Laurel Oak Ct, Harrisburg 28075 | 704.454.5333, jatanaroyster@gmail.comAssoc. Lay Leader: Kaylene Thompson ...18 Fleetwood Dr SW, Concord 28027 | 704.786.1596, kkthompson_2000@yahoo.comAssociates: Veronica Adams (South Charlotte), Dianne Beam (North Charlotte), Bruce Fowler (Central Charlotte), Michael Hartis (Kannapolis), Sharon McFadden (Union), Sandra Moore (Lake Norman), Tina Thompson (Concord)COMMITTEE ON DISTRICT SUPERINTENDENCY:Chairperson: Hank Dozier .....................................6540 Wickville Dr, Charlotte 28215 | 704.423.6010, HDozier3@carolina.rr.com Terms to expire in 2018: Margaret Dabbs (Concord), Kris Peurifoy (Concord)Terms to expire in 2019: Jim Brookshire (Central Charlotte), Amelia Stinson-Wesley (Central Charlotte), Shawn Williams (North Charlotte)Terms to expire in 2020: Henry “Hank” Dozier, Jr. (South Charlotte), Bruce Gwyn (Concord), Carol Walters-Glenn (North Charlotte), Roger Burba (South Charlotte)Ex Officio: W. Mark Andrews, District Superintendent; Jatana Royster, Lay LeaderCOMMITTEE ON ORDAINED MINISTRY:Chairperson: Paul Thompson ................................... PO Box 378, Huntersville 28070 | 704.785.7043, pthompson@wnccumc.netTerms to expire 2018: Tony Bell (Concord), Ron Hartman (Kannapolis), Sandy Hieronymus (Central Charlotte), Monica Humpal (Lake Norman), Randy Sherrill (Lake Norman), Randy Wall (Concord)Terms to expire in 2019: Patience Brumley (Central Charlotte), Margaret Cox (Concord), Otto Harris (South Charlotte), Rhonda Hermann (Union), Mandy Jones (Concord), Donnie Mitchem (North Charlotte), Sam Moore (Central Charlotte), Shane Page (South Charlotte), Susannah Pittman (North Charlotte), Jatana Royster (Central Charlotte)Terms to expire 2020: Andrea Conder (Lake Norman), Talbot Davis (South Charlotte), Tom Stinson-Wesley (South Charlotte), Greg Gordon (Kannapolis), Bartune Sims (Central Charlotte), Alexis Coleman (Lake Norman), Tim Webster (Central Charlotte)Ex Officio: W. Mark Andrews, District Superintendent; Jatana Royster, Lay Leader; Ravonda Britt, RegistrarBOARD OF CHURCH LOCATION AND BUILDING:Chairperson: Margaret “Micki” Fisher ..............6630OldProvidenceRd,Charlotte28222|704.377.9000,mfisherofnc@aol.comSecretary: Tam Wensil ................................3370 Roberta Church Rd SW, Concord 28027 | 704.782.3579, twensil@wnccumc.netTerms to expire in 2018: Christine C. Carelock (South Charlotte), Steve Medlin (Concord)Terms to expire in 2019: Paul Craig (South Charlotte), Phil Jones (Concord)Terms to expire in 2020: Mark Fishero (Central Charlotte), Bob Flippin (Union), Joel Gilland (North Charlotte), Julie Jernigan (Central Charlotte) Ex Officio: W. Mark Andrews, District Superintendent; Jatana Royster, Lay LeaderBOARD OF TRUSTEES:Chairperson: Bill Cornett ................................... 319 Whitestone Rd, Charlotte 28270 | 704.376.6372, billcornett@carolina.rr.comTerms to expire in 2018: David Eaker (South Charlotte), Jerry Gaudet (Central Charlotte), Bruce Gwyn (Concord), Adam Love (Kannapolis), Fred Norman (Lake Norman), Marcus Portis (Kannapolis), Toni Ruth Smith (Concord)Terms to expire in 2019: Bill Cornett (North Charlotte)Terms to expire in 2020: Billy Towery (North Charlotte), Carol Walters-Glenn (Lake Norman)Ex Officio: W. Mark Andrews, District Superintendent; Jatana Royster, Lay Leader; Sam Smith, District Finance ChairpersonCHURCH VITALITY AND MISSION ENGAGEMENT TEAM:Co-Chairperson(s): Scott Ireland ..............................4817 Mossy Cup Ln, Monroe 28110 | 704.635.8453, SIreland@wnccumc.net Joyce Brooks .............................................................. 6124 Rosebriar Ln, Charlotte 28277 | 704.542.0990, JCBrooks55@att.netMembers: Bruce Berrier, John Boggs, Ryan Burkett, Mike Fongemy, Bruce Fowler, Sandra Moore, Lonnie Pittman, David Stroupe, Kirk Tutterow, Janice WensilEx Officio: W. Mark Andrews, District Superintendent; Ravonda Britt, Treasurer; Stephanie M. Hand, Church Vitality Strategist; Jatana Royster, District Lay Leader; Kaylene Thompson, Associate Lay Leader

5. NORTHERN PIEDMONT DISTRICTCo-Lay Leader(s): Edd Bigham ...............................................4914 Cade Rd, Climax 27233 | 336.674.1624, gatecityham@aol.com Peggy Johnson ................................................. 3415 Broken Oak Rd, Trinity, 27370 | 336.472.2990, pwjohnson@northstate.net Associates: Karen Gilliam, Dee Gordon, John Hanner, Terry Howard, Wayne Jarrett, John Matthews, Pat Merricks, James Morehead, David VanHoy, Alex WilliamsonOther Members: Lynn Alexander, UMW President; Bonnie Burkett, Lay Servant Ministry; Phil Colvard, At-Large; Mary Belle Gilbert, Older Adult Ministry; William Waddell, UMM President; Ruth Williamson, Older Adult MinistryCOMMITTEE ON DISTRICT SUPERINTENDENCY:Chairperson: Patricia Shoffner .....................................2247 NC 62 East, Julian 27283 | 336.685.4342, pfshoffner@bellsouth.netMembers: Roger Boyd, Vera Bullock, Chandra Caple, Pat Dixon, Cleveland Ellison, Steve Fleming, Renee Hayes, Tom Latimer, TBDEx Officio: Nancy B. Rankin, District Superintendent; Edd Bigham, Co-Lay Leader; Peggy Johnson, Co-Lay Leader

2017 journal of the Annual Conference 25COMMITTEE ON ORDAINED MINISTRY:Chairperson: Jonathan Marlowe ..................................10970 US 158, Reidsville 27320 | 336.280.3048, jmarlowe@wnccumc.net Members: Pam Blackstock, A.C. Brock, Sam Coleman, Pat Dixon, Matt Farabow, Michelle Foster-Beckerleg, Jason Harvey, Oliver Helsabeck, Rodvegas Ingram, Tom Jolly, Etta Marcellus, Sue Anne Morris, Robert Upchurch, Sandrea Williamson, Pat WisemanEx Officio: Nancy B. Rankin, District Superintendent; Edd Bigham, Co-Lay Leader; Peggy Johnson, Co-Lay Leader; Landa Wallace, RegistrarBOARD OF CHURCH LOCATION AND BUILDING:Chairperson: Tom Gibson ........................................ 1205 Fleming Rd, Greensboro 27410 | 336.292.5833, tgibson@wnccumc.net Members: Glenda Bennett, Bonnie Burkett, Jim Gaylon, Randy Lewis, Ken Murray, Betty Smith, Dottie Troxler, TBDEx Officio: Nancy B. Rankin, District Superintendent; Edd Bigham, Co-Lay Leader; Peggy Johnson, Co-Lay Leader BOARD OF TRUSTEES:Chairperson: Sandra McNeil ...........................3608 Rock Meadow Cir, High Point 27265 | 336.841.7222, smcniel@wnccumc.net Members: Jackie Astrop, Mike Brown, Edgar Fisher, Lynne Gilbert, J. D. Haynes, Ashley Thomas, Julia Willis, TBDEx Officio: Nancy B. Rankin, District Superintendent; Edd Bigham, Co-Lay Leader; Peggy Johnson, Co-Lay Leader CHURCH VITALITY TEAM:Chairperson: Tom Jordan ..................................... 2815 Northampton Dr, Greensboro 27408 | 336.230.0071, tjordan@triadfa.comMembers: Glenda Bennett, Kimberly Clarke, Deane Dailey, Anthony Dillard, Lynn Hale, Wayne Hale, Alice Kunka, Donna Samuel, Patricia Settle, Jaidymar Alicea Smith, Chris Smith, Larry Smith, Ron WilsonEx Officio: Nancy B. Rankin, District Superintendent; Edd Bigham, Co-Lay Leader; Peggy Johnson, Co-Lay Leader; A. Maria King, Church Vitality StrategistMISSION ENGAGEMENT TEAM:Chairperson: Brian Dodd ..................................................PO Box 4523, Greensboro 27404 | 336.282.3711, lgilbert@wnccumc.orgMembers: Connie Carroll, Walter Childs, Dale Farlow, Wanda Lancaster, Rick LeBaube, Ed Lemons, David Milsaps, Helena Scales, Martha Sharpe, Herman Smith, Roger Southern, Pete ThompsonConsultant: Max KernEx Officio: Nancy B. Rankin, District Superintendent; Edd Bigham, Co-Lay Leader; Peggy Johnson, Co-Lay Leader

6. SMOKY MOUNTAIN DISTRICTLay Leader: Sue Jones ................................ 427 Yellow Mountain Rd, Cullowhee 28723 | 828.226.4352, suejonesala@gmail.comAssociates: NoneCOMMITTEE ON DISTRICT SUPERINTENDENCY:Chairperson: Sandy Giles ......................................PO Box 838, Waynesville 28786 | 828.456.9475, sgiles@fumc-waynesville.comMembers: Lisa Bacon, John Berrong, Lawrence Braxton, Paul Brown, Sue Jones, Mike Jordan, Tim McConnell, Clay Morgan, Sue Nations, Nanette Renegar, Sarah SanfordEx Officio: Randolph H. Harry, District SuperintendentCOMMITTEE ON ORDAINED MINISTRY:Chairperson: Kirk Hatherly ..................................................PO Box 85, Hayesville 28904 | 828.557.0755, khatherly@wnccumc.netMembers: Alisa Ashe, Mary Brown, Richard Buff, Ginah Butler, Gladys Campbell, David Childers, Sandy Giles, Knox Hardin, Randy Lucas, Sherrie Schork Ex Officio: Randolph H. Harry, District Superintendent; Kara Miller, RegistrarBOARD OF TRUSTEES/BOARD OF CHURCH LOCATION AND BUILDING:Chairperson: David Reeves .............................................PO Box 1267, Cullowhee 28723 | 828.508.5603, dreeves@wnccumc.netMembers: John Ferree, Sue Heckert, Larry Leatherwood, Lynda Leonard, Tim McConnell, Charles PenlandEx Officio: Randolph H. Harry, District SuperintendentCHURCH VITALITY TEAM:Chairperson: Wayne Dickert ....................................................... PO Box 817, Bryson City 28713 | 828.488.2680, wayner@dnet.netMembers: Jay Hinton, Jodi Hopkins, Nicole Jones, Sue Jones, Dawn Livingston, Justin Lowe, Joshua Morgan, Monty Williams, Jean WrightEx Officio: Randolph H. Harry, District Superintendent; Sherrie Schork, Church Vitality StrategistMISSION ENGAGEMENT TEAM:Chairperson: Janet Greene................................. 1999 Clark’s Chapel Rd, Franklin 28734 | 828.421.4571, jgreene@wnccumc.netMembers: Richard Buff, Carol Harper, Steve Miller, Linda Nash, Rose Rich, Allison Spruill, Bryan WilsonEx Officio: Randolph H. Harry, District Superintendent; Sue Jones, Lay Leader

Western North Carolina Conference267. UWHARRIE DISTRICT

Lay Leader: Dale McCoy ........................................................ 999 Triplett Rd, Cleveland 27013 | 704.929.8281, mccyacc@aol.comAssociates: William Allen (Denton Area), Hazel Frick (Albemarle Area), Vicki Moss (Asheboro Area)COMMITTEE ON DISTRICT SUPERINTENDENCY:Chairperson: Jim White ..................................................................................................POBox276,Stanfield28163|704.888.4643Clergy Members: Jamie Armstrong, Angel ChristLay Members: Karen Coppley, George Hines, Corinne Nicholson, Amber ReynoldsEx Officio: Laura H. Auten, District Superintendent; Dale McCoy, Lay LeaderCOMMITTEE ON ORDAINED MINISTRY:Chairperson: Sherri Barnes ..........................................811 Grove St, China Grove 28023 | 704.463.3073, sbarnes@wnccumc.netClergy Members: Aldana Allen, Rhonda Campbell, Fred Carpenter, Benny Clodfelter, Renee Easter, Randy Foster, Mary Hatley, John Franklin Howard, Sarah Kalish, Charles Lindquist, Johanna Miller, Gene Moore, Jim White, Carol Williams-Gilbert Lay Members: Betty Jo Hardy, Rachel Hill, Bill Noell, Richard SmithEx Officio: Laura H. Auten, District Superintendent; Dale McCoy, Lay Leader; Kim Hopkins, RegistrarBOARD OF CHURCH LOCATION AND BUILDING/BOARD OF TRUSTEES:Chairperson: Jim Pyatt .............................PO Box 146, New London 28127 | 704.463.5669, 704.961.8450, jpyatt@wnccumc.netClergy Members: Ron Dry, Renee Easter, Richard Gould, Charles Lindquist, David Miner, Jill SmithLay Members: Tom Biby, Mark Eagle, Britt Newsome, Dixie TysonEx Officio: Laura H. Auten, District Superintendent; Dale McCoy, Lay LeaderCHURCH VITALITY TEAM:Chairperson: Carroll Harris ................................................5408 Nesbit Rd, Waxhaw 28173 | 704.379.1773, charris@wnccumc.orgMembers: Jamie Armstrong, Sherri Barnes, Jay Belk, Charlie Curtis, Renee Easter, Lynda Ferguson, Sarah Kalish, Kathy Odell, James Pyatt, David TalbertEx Officio: Laura H. Auten, District Superintendent; Dale McCoy, Lay Leader; Carroll Harris, Church Vitality StrategistMISSION ENGAGEMENT TEAM:Chairperson: Josh Britton .........................................4115 Long Ferry Rd, Salisbury 28146 | 704.637.7343, jbritton@wnccumc.netMembers: Jay Belk, Alice Brunner, Benny Clodfelter, Kellie Crump, Deborah Matthews, Vickie Moss, Mason Siers, Norma Villagrana Ex Officio: Laura H. Auten, District Superintendent; Dale McCoy, Lay Leader; Kris Mares, Missional Engagement Coordinator

8. YADKIN VALLEY DISTRICTLay Leader: Tom Bridges ...............................................1134 Peabody Ct, Colfax 27235 | 336.993.0835 | sbridges1@triad.rr.comAssociates: Jerry Beane, Debbie Berrier, Rick Cain, Reginald Ellerbe, Donna Ireland, Louise Jones, Tonya Lanier, Byron Shelton, Montessa Thomas, Anne Watkins Ex-Officio: Michael F. Bailey, District Superintendent; Darlene Gardner, UMW President; Eddie Foster, UMM President; Amy Johnson, Director of Lay SpeakingCOMMITTEE ON DISTRICT SUPERINTENDENCY:Chairperson: Amy Burton ...........................................306 S. Main St, Kernersville 27284 | 336.497.4632, aburton@wnccumc.netMembers: Beverly Coppley, Rhita Newcomb, Martha Gwyn, David Howard, Donna Ireland, Deb Keaton, Mike Sizemore, John Sledge, Walt WilliamsEx Officio: Michael F. Bailey, District SuperintendentCOMMITTEE ON ORDAINED MINISTRY:Chairperson: David Rorie ................ 1510 Bunker Hill-Sandy Ridge Rd, Kernersville 27284 | 336.993.5429, drorie@wnccumc.netClergy: Eileen Ayuso, Amy Burton, Sharon Engebretson, Robin Fitzgerald, Patrick Marion, Kate May, Mark Muckler, Tony Owens, Ivan Peden, Dale Sneed, Jennifer Stewart, Bruce Updyke, William Van WierenLaity/Diaconal: Mildred Carter, Debbie Daniels, Earnest Hall, Lorraine Jordan, Jim Wilhelm, Sara WilliamsEx Officio: Michael F. Bailey, District Superintendent; Amy Johnson, RegistrarBOARD OF CHURCH LOCATION AND BUILDING:Forsyth/Davidson Board:Chairperson: Perry Peterson ..........................3508 Vest Mill Rd, Winston-Salem 27103 | 336.760.1411, pgarch@triad.twcbc.comMembers: Gary Camp, Michael Hardman, Kevin Hayes, Louise Jones, Daniel Miller, Jane WilliamsDavie/Yadkin Board:Chairperson: Chad Shoaf ......................................... 193 Cherry Hill Rd, Mocksville 27028 | 336.250.2801, cshoaf@wnccumc.netMembers: Jerry Banks, Barbara Bissette, Barbara Crotts, Richard Lasky, Tony Steele, Albert TkachStokes/Surry Board: Chairperson: Mr. John Hunt ........................................................1749 Shoals Rd, Pinnacle 27043 | 336.325.2235, jhunt@surry.netMembers: Bud Cameron, Marvin Cavanaugh, Melanie Diamont, Janet Dixon, Louise Flynt, Frank Harris, Chad Motsinger Patricia SpicerEx Officio: Michael F. Bailey, District Superintendent

2017 journal of the Annual Conference 27BOARD OF TRUSTEES:Chairperson: Steve Carroll ..................................207 Jim Barr Rd, King 27021 | 336.983.4171, carrollmemorials@windstream.netMembers: Faye Diachenko, Louise Flynt, Steve Gentry, Bowen Houff, Mallory Oates, Keith PerrellEx Officio: Michael F. Bailey, District SuperintendentCHURCH VITALITY TEAM:Chairperson: Duncan Martin ......................... 3664 Quaker Church Rd, Pinnacle 27043 | 336.416.0130, dmartin2@wnccumc.netMembers: Susan Ewing, Wendee Goodman, Jim Graham, Rob Hutchinson, Dan Lyons, Tom Mabry, Suzanne Michael, Scott Osterberg, Harry Underwood, Julie Wilburn Peeler, Kale YuEx Officio: Michael F. Bailey, District Superintendent; L. Rene Wilt, Church Vitality Strategist; Camille Roddy, Mission Engagement ChairpersonMISSION ENGAGEMENT TEAM:Chairperson: Camille Roddy ............................... 5204 Larkspur Dr, Winston-Salem 27101 | 336.341.9221, czroddy@hotmail.comMembers: Glenda Beauchamp, Tony Beauchamp, Rick Carter, Danny Garrett, Odell Miller, Julie Wilburn Peeler, David WilliamsEx Officio: MichaelF.Bailey,DistrictSuperintendent;AmyJohnson,DistrictOfficeAdministrator