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2 Greetings From the Bishop…. To my New Jersey Conference Family, Supervisor Crenshaw and I are most appreciative of the manner in which we have been received in New Jersey. As your Episcopal Leadership, we are excited about the vision God has given us for the North East Episcopal Area and it is refreshing to see that New Jersey is already “Lifting the Standard” in serving this present age. As your Bishop, I stand before you with a heart full of gratitude and joy as we gather to conduct the business of the 151st Session of the New Jersey Annual Conference. We anticipate with great expectation Holy Ghost Spirit driven worship services, practical, powerful and informative teaching and the warmth of fellowship amongst the body of Believers. As we commence Holy Conferencing, let us celebrate the rich tapestry of our annual conference traditions that shall be woven together with fresh new insights, faith, and the love we have for the work of the church and one another. The times in which we are living are trying at best, however let us never forget the strength within us that comes from unity and the power of our shared purpose in serving our Risen Savior Jesus the Christ. May we continue to uplift one another and shine our lights brightly in dark world as we continue to walk in faith. From Your Chief Pastor, Bishop George D. Crenshaw #103

3 151st SESSION NEW JERSEY ANNUAL CONFERENCE Special Instructions Opening Communion Service: All ordained Clergy are to be vested wearing a white robe. All Ministers are to wear a plain black robe. Episcopal Address: All Clergy and Ministers are to process in wearing black robes. Registration : Per Person - $425.00 Roll Call: Pastors, Minister, Officers - $25.00 Delegates - $15.00 Offerings: Great Offering - $200.00 Thursday Morning Communion Offering - $50.00 Thursday Night Offering - $50.00 Friday Noon Day - $50.00 Friday Night Offering - $100.00 Saturday Noon Day - $25.00 Sunday Morning - $100.00 Offerings Total $575.00

4 151st SESSION NEW JERSEY ANNUAL CONFERENCE Thursday Morning Worship May 22, 2025 9:30 A.M. Rev. Dr. George W. Maize, IV, Presiding Processional …………………………………………………... ―Holy, Holy, Holy‖ Musical Prelude…………………………………………………..……...Musicians Call to Worship The Psalmist declares: "Come, let us sing for joy to the LORD; let us shout aloud to the Rock of our salvation. Let us come before Him with thanksgiving and extol Him with music and song." (Psalm 95:1–2) Today, as one unified body, we gather to encounter God's presence in worship—casting aside distractions and raising our hearts in praise. Today, we boldly declare our continuing covenant with Christ, remembering His sacrifice and embracing the renewed life His grace offers us. Let these Scriptural truths guide our worship and further unite us in faith. Together, let us now worship our mighty God in the beauty of His holiness. Amen Invocation Almighty God, we come before You in this sacred moment, we acknowledge how Your Spirit moves among us, inviting us to declare our trust and reliance on Your grace. We remember that, throughout Scripture, we are called to respond to Your loving invitation with songs of adoration and commitments of faith. We now stand ready to experience that divine closeness, knowing that You hear our prayers and answer in times of need. May Your presence fill this place and transform our hearts as we worship You together. Ignite within us a passion to celebrate consistently, to draw strength from Your eternal promise, and to boldly proclaim Your love. All honor, glory, and praise be to You, O God. In the name of Jesus, we pray. Amen.

5 Hymn of Praise……………..…………...…….………―This is My Father’s World‖ Scripture Lesson……………………..……………...........……….Rev. Percy Smith Morning Prayer………………...…………………….Rev. Kenneth P. Heyman, Sr. Choral Response………………………………….… New Jersey Conference Choir Presentation of the Bishop……………………....….Rev. Dr. Odinga L. Maddox, II Introduction of the Preacher…………………………..Bishop George D. Crenshaw Preparation Selection……………...…………………New Jersey Conference Choir Communion Meditation………...………………..….Rev. Dr. Dorothy A. Patterson Invitation to Christian Discipleship………...………….…………..Rev. Janet Jones Offering………...……………………………………………….Finance Committee Celebration of the Lord’s Supper…..….Bishop Daran H. Mitchell, Chief Celebrant Benediction………………….………..……………..Rev. Dr. Dorothy A. Patterson

6 Transition to Business Bishop George D. Crenshaw Presiding BUSINESS SESSION Thursday Morning May 22, 2025 11:00 A.M. – 11:30 A.M. Organization of the Conference Presentation of Bishop Daran H. Mitchell and Rev. Lynn Kennedy Mitchell Presentation of Mrs. Laurenna H. Crenshaw  Rules Committee  Roll Call  Credentials Committee  Seating of the Delegates  Report of the Nominating Committee  Treasure’s Report  Date and Place of the Check Up Meetings / Next Annual Conference 11:30 A.M. – 12:00 PM Report of the Presiding Elders  Rev. Maurice S. Daniels  Rev. Dr. Odinga L. Maddox, II 12:30 P.M. Reports  Pastors  Delegates 1:00 PM – 2:00 P.M. Lay Council Luncheon 2:30 P.M. Processional of Clergy Robed and Fully Vested Call to worship Presentation of Bishop Daran H. Mitchell…………..…….Rev. Maurice S. Daniels Presentation of Bishop George D. Crenshaw…………….Bishop Daran H. Mitchell Hymn……………………………………… ―Come Thou Fount of Every Blessing‖ The Episcopal Address - Bishop George D. Crenshaw The Great Offering………………………………………………………………….. 3:30 P.M. Reports  Project 100  Minister’s Spouses  State of the Church  State of the Country

7 Reports Continued  Home Missions  Conference Workers  Evangelism  Harriet Tubman Home Support  Men of Zion  Conference Trustees 5:00 P.M. – 6:30 P.M. Dinner

8 CHRISTIAN EDUCATION DEPARTMENT Thursday Evening Worship May 22, 2025 6:30 P.M. Mrs. Margaree Coleman-Carter, Worship Leader Musical Prelude………………………………...…………………..Musicians Call to Worship Tonight, we stand in awe of the marvelous mystery of our Creator—a mystery that stretches far beyond the limits of human understanding. In our gathering, we celebrate the divine tapestry woven with threads of wisdom and wonder that no human mind can fully grasp. As we gather on Christian Education Night, let our hearts ignite with praise, and our minds open to the wonders of His design. May this night of education and reflection deepen our faith, drawing us closer to the profound mystery and grace of our Almighty God. Amen. Invocation………………………………...……………….Rev. Robyn Perkins Almighty Father, on this night dedicated to Christian Education, we come together as a community of eager learners and worshipers. We acknowledge that every insight we gain and every lesson we absorb is but a glimpse of Your boundless wisdom, a wisdom that far exceeds our understanding. Lord, as we set aside our distractions, pour out Your Holy Spirit upon us. Ignite within our hearts a passionate desire to encounter You as one. May our time be enriched by Your guidance, transforming our minds and uniting us as we celebrate the marvel of Your unsearchable ways. Lead us in Your presence so that our shared worship experience may deepen our faith, strengthen our bonds, and bring us ever closer to You. In the name of Jesus, we pray. Amen. Selection of Praise………………………...……New Jersey Conference Choir Scripture Lesson……………………………………..Sis. Kathy Gordy-Mathis Evening Prayer……………………………………...…….Rev. Danica Frink

9 Choral Response Presentation of Bishop George D. Crenshaw…Mrs. Margaree Coleman-Carter Christian Education Stoling Ceremony……….....Bishop George D. Crenshaw Lay Council Stoling Ceremony…………...……. Bishop George D. Crenshaw Introduction of the Preacher…...……………………..…..Bishop D. Crenshaw Preparation Selection...…...…………………….New Jersey Conference Choir The Sermon……………………………………….…..Rev. Joshua D.J. Corbin Invitation to Christian Discipleship…………………….…Rev. Donna Stewart Offering………………………………………..…………..Finance Committee Remarks & Benediction………………..……..…Bishop George D. Crenshaw

10 Friday, May 23, 2025 9:00 A.M. – 9:30 A.M. Visionary Moment…………………….…………………..Ms. Jessica Gamble MISSIONARY CONVOCATION Mrs. Laurenna H. Crenshaw, Presiding 11:00 AM Reports – 12:00 PM  Necrology  Admissions Committee Report  Conference Studies Report  Audit Committee Report 12:00 PM Worship Call to Worship Beloved, let us gather as one family in the presence of our mighty God. Tonight, we proclaim the salvation that lifts us from darkness and the enduring strength that sustains us in every trial. Our God is our refuge and deliverer—a constant source of hope amid life's challenges. As we enter this time of worship, may our hearts be undivided and our voices united in praise. We celebrate a salvation that overcomes all fear and a strength that transforms every weakness into victory. With boldness and joy, let us declare that in His infinite mercy, our burdens are lightened and our future secured. Come, let us worship Him in spirit and truth, letting our adoration testify to His magnificent power and relentless love. Amen. Scripture…………………………………….…………….Rev. Wanda Dorsey Prayer …………………………………………………..Bro. V. Corey Glover

11 Introduction of the Preacher.…..…………..…….Bishop George D. Crenshaw Selection……………………………………………………………………….. Sermon……….……………………………………….….Rev. Jacqueline Hills Invitation to Christian Discipleship……………………...…Rev. Lester Baylor Offering……………………………………………………Finance Committee Remarks………………………………………….Bishop George D. Crenshaw Lunch 1:00 – 2:30 PM BUSINESS SESSION CONTINUED Friday, May 23, 2025 2:30 P.M. – 3:00 P.M. Visionary Moment – Mr. Skip VanRensalier Reports  Audit Committee Report Disciplinary Questions Any Other Business Benediction 5:00 P.M. – 6:30 P.M. Dinner

12 MISSIONARY CANDLELIGHT SERVICE & STOLING CEREMONY Friday Evening Worship May 23, 2025, 7:00 PM Mrs. Laurenna H. Crenshaw Missionary Supervisor, Presiding Praise and Worship….…….New Jersey Conference Praise and Worship Team Processional………………………………………..…….. ―Walk in the Light‖ Call to Worship……………………………….….Mrs. Laurenna H. Crenshaw The Invocation………………………………………………Mrs. Laura Banks Heavenly Father, on this sacred missionary night, we gather as one heart and one spirit, stirred by the call to share Your love with the world. Today, we come before You with a renewed passion to hear Your direction and be inspired by Your great commission—to go forth, to teach, and to be a living testimony of Your grace. Lord, open our eyes to the needs of distant lands and the challenges within our own communities. May the same courage that moved the early disciples guide us today as we commit to Your mission of reconciliation and hope. Grant us wisdom and clarity as we discuss, learn, and plan; fill our gathering with the light of Your Holy Spirit so that every idea and every word is inspired by You. In the name of Jesus, our Redeemer and our guide, we pray. Amen Musical Selection……………………………...………………. ―Lift Him Up‖ Litany…………………..……..Miss. Phoenix Joyner and Miss. Asante Joyner Liturgical Dance…………….Zion’s Angels of Praise – First Church, Paterson Introduction of the Missionary Supervisor………………..Ms. Jessica Gamble Stoling Ceremony The Roll Call of New Life Members, Matrons and Patrons Mrs. Ashley Newton and Mrs. Rose Stokes Hymn ―Throw Out the Lifeline‖ Played during Stoling

13 Charge to Candidates and Prayer of Blessing…...Rev. Lynn Kennedy Mitchell Presentation of the Bishop………………...……..Mrs. Laurenna H. Crenshaw Introduction of the Preacher……………………..Bishop George D. Crenshaw Preparation Selection…………………………...New Jersey Conference Choir The Missionary Message………….………………..Bishop Daran H. Mitchell, Presiding Bishop, Midwest Episcopal District Invitation to Christian Discipleship…………....….…..Rev. Dr. Devon Horton The Missionary Offering……………..District Presidents and Presiding Elders Recognition of Visitors and Announcements…....Bishop George D. Crenshaw Remarks…………………………………….…….Mrs. Laurenna H. Crenshaw Bishop George D. Crenshaw The Missionary Benediction

14 CHRISTIAN EDUCATION CONVOCATION Saturday Morning May 24, 2025 9:00 A.M. –9:30 am Visionary Moment - Ms. Lerina Davis 9:30 A.M. 12:00 P.M. Breakout Sessions 12:00 P.M. Worship Choral Selection……………………..….New Jersey Conference Youth Choir Scripture Lesson…………………………………………….Ms. Maria Powell Morning Prayer Introduction of the Bishop………………………..…………..Ms. Jaidah Grant Introduction of the Preacher……………………..Bishop George D. Crenshaw Preparation Selection…………………... New Jersey Conference Youth Choir The Sermon………………………………………….Rev. B. Lauren Williams Invitation to Christian Discipleship………………….Rev. B. Lauren Williams Offering……………………………………………..…….Finance Committee Remarks / Benediction…………………….….Mrs. Margaree Coleman-Carter Bishop George D. Crenshaw 1:30 P.M. Lunch

15 SUNDAY WORSHIP May 25, 2025 Rev. Dr. George W. Maize, IV, Worship Leader 8:30 A.M. – 9:30 A.M. Sunday School 9:50 A.M. Processional……………… ―All Hail the Power of Jesus’ Name‖ Call to Worship Good morning, beloved community! As the sun rises, we gather together in the light of a new day—a day filled with promise, joy, and hope. Today, we come as one unified body, our hearts open and our spirits eager to receive the blessing of God's presence. Inspired by the timeless truth that "This is the day the LORD has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it," we leave behind our worries and distractions. In this sacred moment, we celebrate the fresh mercies and boundless love of our Creator. Every breath we take and every note of our praise is an offering of gratitude for His faithfulness and grace. Let our voices rise in joyful adoration as we embrace the transforming power of His love and let our hearts be filled with peace and renewal. Come, let us worship—the living God welcomes us this beautiful Sunday morning. Invocation…………..……………………………..…….Rev. Quavon Newton Heavenly Father, as we gather in this sacred space, we invite Your presence to fill our hearts and minds. We come together as a community of seekers, ready to offer our praises, our questions, and our lives before You. May our worship be a fragrant offering—a sign of our deep gratitude and earnest longing for Your guidance. Grant us clarity and unity this day, that as we sing our songs and share our prayers, we do so with hearts open to Your truth. Transform our gathering into an encounter with Your grace, inspiring us to live with purpose and compassion in every step we take. We trust in Your unfailing love and look to You as our refuge and strength. In Jesus name we pray. Amen

16 Hymn of Praise……….…………………… ―When Morning Gilds the Skies‖ Affirmation of Faith ―The Apostle’s Creed‖ ………………Rev. Eli D. Smith Choral Selection………………………………..New Jersey Conference Choir Ministry of Kindness………………………………………Finance Committee Scripture Lesson…………………...…………Rev. Dr. Nicolle D. Jean-Simon Morning Prayer………………………………..….Rev. Dr. Douglas L. Maven Presentation of the Bishop Daran H. Mitchell...Rev. Dr. Odinga L. Maddox, II Presentation of Bishop George D. Crenshaw…….....Bishop Daran H. Mitchell Preparation Selection…………………………...New Jersey Conference Choir The Sermon…………………………………..…..Bishop George D. Crenshaw Invitation to Christian Discipleship………….....…….Rev. Maurice S. Daniels Offering……………………………………………………Finance Committee Announcements Courtesy Committee Report Presentation of Rev. Lynn Kennedy Mitchell……Bishop George D. Crenshaw Presentation of the Missionary Supervisor………Bishop George D. Crenshaw Presentation of Bishop Mitchell………………... Bishop George D. Crenshaw Hymn…………………………..… ―Go Ye Therefore and Teach All Nations‖ Reading of Appointments…………..……………Bishop George D. Crenshaw Benediction………………………………………Bishop George D. Crenshaw

17 HYMNS Holy, Holy, Holy Holy, holy, holy! Lord God Almighty Early in the morning Our song shall rise to Thee Holy, holy, holy! Merciful and mighty God in three persons Blessed Trinity! Holy, holy, holy! Though the darkness hide Thee Though the eye of sinful man; Thy glory may not see Only Thou art holy; There is none beside Thee Perfect in power, in love and purity Holy, holy, holy! Lord God Almighty All Thy works shall praise Thy name; In earth and sky and sea Holy, holy, holy! Merciful and mighty God in three persons Blessed Trinity Oh God in three persons, Blessed Trinity! Amen This Is My Father’s World This is my Father's world, And to my listening ears All nature sings, and round me rings The music of the spheres. This is my Father's world; I rest me in the thought Of rocks and trees, of skies and seas; His hand the wonders wrought. This is my Father's world, The birds their carols raise, The morning light, the lily white, Declare their maker's praise. This is my Father's world; He shines in all that's fair In the rustling grass I hear Him pass; He speaks to me everywhere. This is my Father's world. O let me ne'er forget That though the wrong seems oft so strong; God is the ruler yet. This is my Father's world; why should my heart be sad? The Lord is King; let the heavens ring! God reigns; let the earth be glad Amen

18 Come Thou Fount of Every Blessing Come Thou Fount of every blessing, tune my heart to sing Thy grace; Streams of mercy never ceasing, call for songs of loudest praise. Teach me some melodious sonnet, sung by flaming tongues above. Praise the mount I’m fixed upon it; Mount of God’s unchanging love. Here I raise my Ebenezer, hither by Thy help I’m come; And I hope by Thy good pleasure, safely to arrive at home. Jesus sought me when a stranger, wandering from the fold of God. He to rescue me from danger, interposed His precious blood. O to grace how great a debtor, daily I’m constrained to be. Let that grace Lord like a fetter, bind my wandering heart to Thee. Prone to wander Lord I feel it, prone to leave the God I love; Here’s my heart Lord, take and seal it, Seal it for Thy courts above. Amen Lift Him Up How to reach the masses, men of every birth? For an answer Jesus gave the key, And I, if I be lifted up from the earth I’ll draw all men unto me Refrain: Lift Him up, Lift Him up, Still He speaks from eternity. And I, if I be lifted up, from the earth I’ll draw all men into Me. O the world is hungry for the living bread, Lift the Savior up for men to see. Trust Him and do not doubt the words that He said, I’ll draw all men unto Me. Refrain: Lift Him up by living, as a Christian ought, Let the world in you the Savior see, Then men will gladly follow Him Who once taught, I’ll draw all men unto me.

19 All Hail the Power of Jesus’ Name All hail the power of Jesus’ name! Let angels prostrate fall; Bring forth the royal diadem And crown Him Lord of all. Bring forth the royal diadem, and crown Him Lord of all. Ye chosen seed of Israel’s race; Ye ransomed from the fall. Hail Him Who saves by His grace, And Crow Him Lord of all. Hail Him Who saves by His grace, And Crow Him Lord of all. Sinners who’s love can ne’er forget, the worm-wood and the gall. God spread your trophies at His feet, And crown Him Lord of all. God spread your trophies at His feet, And crown Him Lord of all. Let every kindred every tribe, on this terrestrial ball, To Him all majesty ascribe, And crown Him Lord of all. To Him all majesty ascribe, And crown Him Lord of all. Amen

20 When Morning Gilds the Skies When morning gilds the skies, My heart awaking cries. May Jesus Christ be praised! Alike at work and prayer. To Jesus I repair, May Jesus Christ be praised! When’er the sweet church bell, Peals over hill and dale, May Jesus Christ be praised! O hark to what it sings, As joyously it rings, May Jesus Christ be praised! The night becomes as day, When from the heart we say, May Jesus Christ be praised! The powers of darkness fear When this sweet chant they hear, May Jesus Christ be praised! Ye nations of mankind, In this your concord find, May Jesus Christ be praised! Let all the earth around, Ring joyous with the sound, May Jesus Christ be praised! Go Ye Therefore and Teach All Nations Go ye therefore and teach all nations, go, go, go Go ye therefore and teach all nations, go, go, go Baptizing them in the Name of the Father And Son and Holy Ghost, go, go, go If you love Me, really love Me, feed My sheep If you love Me, really love Me, feed My sheep And Lord, I'll be with You forever and ever Until the ends of the world, go, go, go

21 CONFERENCE OFFICERS Secretaries Rev. Dr. Denison D. Harrield, Jr., Secretary Rev. Jacqueline Hills, Assistant Secretary Treasurer Rev. Dr. George W. Maize, IV Finance Committee Rev. Dr. Dorothy A. Patterson, Chair Budget Committee Rev. Rashaun Booker, Chair Statisticians Rev. Donna Stewart, Statistician Rev. Candace Hills, Assistant Statistician Episcopal Director of Christian Education Mrs. Margaree Coleman-Carter Church Growth & Evangelism Rev. Dr. Devon Horton, Director Rev. Quavon Newton, Assistant Director Conference Music Department Rev. H. Mack Brandon, Director Bro. Zal Walton, Assistant Director Chief of Protocol Rev. Eli D. Smith

22 COMMITTEES Admissions: Rev. Quavon Newton, Chair Presiding Elder Odinga L. Maddox, II Presiding Elder Maurice S. Daniels Rev. Janet Jones Rev. William Lawson Rev. Dr. Dorothy A. Patterson Rev. Dr. Nicolle Jean-Simon Rev. Eli D. Smith Board of Examiners: Presiding Elder Odinga L. Maddox, II, Chair Rev. Joshua D.J. Corbin Rev. Jacqueline Hills Rev. Dr. Devon Horton Rev. Janet Jones Rev. William Lawson Rev. Quavon Newton Rev. Dr. Dorothy A. Patterson Rev. Charles Washington Rev. B. Lauren Williams Board of Holy Orders: Rev. Janet Jones, Chair Presiding Elder Odinga L. Maddox, II Presiding Elder Maurice S. Daniels Rev. Amos Dickerson, Jr. Rev. Dr. Douglas L. Maven Rev. Quavon Newton Rev. Dr. Dorothy A. Patterson Rev. Eli D. Smith Audit: Rev. Eli D. Smith, Chair Rev. Joshua D.J. Corbin Ms. Jessica Gamble Rev. Janet Jones Rev. Percy Smith Rev. Norman Solomon Rev. B. Lauren Williams Rev. Charles Wilson, III

23 Balm in Gilead Health Ministries: Sis. Bonnie Costen-Tomlin, Chair Ms. Martha Field Mrs. Quiche Jones Board of Lay Activities: Mr. Lawrence Johnson, Chair Mr. Nathaniel Briggs Ms. Phyliss Couch Ms. Doris Fisher Mrs. Hattie Frazier Ms. Doris Hollis Ms. Marie Kelly Ms. Linda McCrae Mrs. Clarice Smith-Jarvis Mrs. Dorothea Stevens Budget: Rev. Rashaun Booker, Chair Presiding Elder Odinga L. Maddox, II Presiding Elder Maurice S. Daniels Rev. Dr. John D. Givens Rev. Dr. Devon Horton Rev. Janet Jones Rev. Dr. Douglas L. Maven Rev. Quavon Newton Rev. Norman Solomon Harriet Tubman Home Support: Rev. Charles Wilson, III & Mrs. Hattie Frazier, Co-Chairs Mrs. Larissa Booker Mr. Robert Idlett Rev. Nataniel Legay Rev. Percy Smith

24 Christian Education: Rev. Janet Jones, Chairperson Ms. Sheerene Brown Mrs. Margaree Coleman-Carter Rev. Joshua D.J. Corbin Rev. Danica Frink Rev. Jacqueline Hills Rev. Dr. Devon Horton Rev. Donna Stewart Rev. Dr. Garrett Thomas Rev. Curtis Williams Conference Trustees: Rev. Dr. Denison D. Harrield, Jr., Chair Presiding Elder Odinga L. Maddox, II Presiding Elder Maurice S. Daniels Ms. Phyliss Couch Mr. DeQuincy Elmore Rev. Amos Dickerson, Jr. Rev. Dr. John D. Givens Rev. Jacqueline Hills Rev. Dr. Douglas L. Maven Rev. Quavon Newton Rev. Dr. Dorothy A. Patterson Conference Workers: Miss. Tamika K. Jones, Chair Mrs. Donna Bess Ms. Jamie Graham Ms. Toni Terrell Courtesy: Mrs. Winifred Davis, Chair Mrs. Julia Ingram Mrs. E. Delores Nicholas-Cowherd Credentials: Rev. Kenneth P. Heyman, Sr., Chair Rev. Larry Davis, Jr. Rev. Wanda Dorsey Rev. Candace Hills Rev. Donna Stewart

25 Evangelism: Rev. Dr. Devon Horton, Chair Rev. Lester Baylor Rev. Nicole Charles Rev. Amos Dickerson, Jr. Rev. Brandon Ferguson Rev. Robin Johnson Rev. George Maize, IV Rev. Quavon Newton Rev. Dr. Dorothy A. Patterson Rev. Karen D. Scott Rev. Dianne Tam Family Life: Mr. Reginald Lawrence, Chair Mr. Eric Jones Rev. Karen D. Scott Feasibility Committee: Rev. Norman Solomon Presiding Elder Odinga L. Maddox, II Presiding Elder Maurice S. Daniels Rev. Nicole Charles Rev. Dr. Arburta Jones Rev. Dr. George W. Maize, IV Finance: Rev. Dr. Dorothy A. Patterson, Chair Rev. Rashaun Booker Rev. Danica Frink Rev. Kenneth P. Heyman, Sr. Rev. Dr. Nicolle Jean-Simon Rev. Janet Jones Rev. William Lawson Home Missions: Mrs. H. Selina Nelson, Chair Mr. Preston Hayes Ms. Paula Marsh Mrs. E. Delores Nicholas-Cowherd

26 Men of Zion: Rev. Larry Davis, Jr., Chair Bro. Chris Frink Rev. Grady Littles Mr. Eugene Powell Rev. Charles Wilson, III Ministers Spouses & Widows: Mrs. E. Delores Cowherd, Conference President Mrs. Winifred Davis Mrs. Ernestine C. Harrield NAACP: Rev. Donna Stewart, Chair Mr. Theodore Gass Rev. Percy Smith Necrology: Rev. Lisa Heyman, Chair Mrs. Susan Scott Braxton Rev. Steven C.M. Kaite Rev. William Lawson Mrs. Oranetta Patterson Rev. Dianne Tam

27 Nominating: William Lawson, Chair Presiding Elder Odinga L. Maddox, II Presiding Elder Maurice S. Daniels Rev. Rashaun Booker Rev. Larry Davis Rev. Benjamin A. Evans, Sr. Rev. Joyce Franklin Rev. Mary Giles Rev. Charles Wilson, III Public Relations: Rev. Danca Frink Ms. Jessica Gamble Rev. Kenneth P. Heyman, Sr. Ms. Nyameke Smith Rules: Rev. Dr. George W. Maize, IV, Chair Ms. Sherene Brown Rev. Patricia Davis Mrs. Clarice Smith-Jarvis Rev. Grady Littles State of the Church: Rev. Amos Dickerson, Jr., Chair Mrs. Frances Allen Rev. Larry Davis Rev. Brandon Ferguson Mr. Preston Hayes Rev. Lisa Heyman Rev. Lester McCormick Rev. Eli D. Smith State of the Country: Rev. George Maize, IV, Chair Rev. Lester E. Baylor Rev. Ethel McLain-Bryant Ms. Phyliss Couch Mrs. Lily Fleming Sis. Kathleen Gordy-Mathis Rev. Norman Solomon

28 Technology: Rev. Rashaun Booker Mr. Joshua Maddox Ms. Shanice Union Triers of Appeals: Rev. Dr. Denison D. Harrield, Jr., Chair Presiding Elder Odinga Maddox, II Presiding Elder Maurice S. Daniels Dr. Nicolle Jean-Simon Rev. Janet Jones Ushers: Mrs. Doris Fisher, Chair Ms. Jamie Graham Mrs. Frances Smith Project 100: Rev. Donna Stewart, Chair Rev. Brandon Ferguson Mr. Theodore Gass Women’s Home & Overseas Missionary Society: Mts. Laura Banks and Ms. Jessica Gamble, Co-Chairs Rev. Nicole Charles Ms. Cherise Dew Mrs. Ernestine C. Harrield Mrs. Doris Hollis Mrs. Ashley Newton

29 Worship and Music: Rev. Mack Brandon, Chair & Bro. Zal Walton, Jr., Co-Chair Rev. Jayseth Calhoun Rev. W. Wayne DeShields Rev. Amos Dickerson, Jr. Rev. Benjamin Evans, Sr. Mrs. Lily Fleming Rev. Candace Hills Rev. Grady Littles Rev. Dr. George W. Maize, IV Ms. Sharon Robertson Rev. Karen Scott Rev. Dianne Tam Rev. Eunice Washington World Federation of Methodist Women – New Jersey Conference Representative: Rev. Dr. Arburta Jones Church Women United – New Jersey Conference Representative Mrs. Ernestine C. Harrield National Council of Negro Women Representative Mrs. Dolores Sykes-Williams

30 NEW JERSEY CONFERENCE CHURCHES Camden District St. Paul AM.E. Zion Church Ewing, NJ St. Stephen A.M.E. Zion Church Asbury Park, NJ Shrewsbury Avenue A.M.E. Zion Church Red Bank, NJ New Wesley A.M.E. Zion Church Camden, NJ St. James A.M.E. Zion Church Perth Amboy, NJ Wesley A.M.E. Zion Church Burlington, NJ St. Mark A.M.E. Zion Church Cliffwood, NJ Harris Temple A.M.E. Zion Church Camden, NJ Price Memorial A.M.E. Zion Church Atlantic City, NJ St. John A.M.E. Zion Church Lakewood, NJ Greater St. Augustine A.M.E. Zion Church Bridgeton, NJ St. John A.M.E. Zion Church Mizpah, NJ St. James A.M.E. Zion Church Matawan, NJ People’s A.M.E. Zion Church Carteret, NJ St. Thomas A.M.E. Zion Church Tinton Falls, NJ Reeveytown A.M.E. Zion Church Tinton False, NJ Mt. Zion A.M.E. Zion Church Eatontown, NJ Wesley Memorial A.M.E. Zion Church Rosenhayn, NJ Faith Chapel A.M.E. Zion Church Mt. Holly, NJ Emmanual Deliverance A.M.E. Zion Church Ewing, NJ The Sanctuary A.M.E. Zion Church Neptune, NJ

31 Jersey City District Metropolitan A.M.E. Zion Church Jersey City, NJ Clinton Memorial A.M.E. Zion Church Newark, NJ Shiloh A.M.E. Zion Church Staten Island, NY Varick Memorial A.M.E. Zion Church Hackensack, NJ First A.M.E. Zion Church Paterson, NJ Shiloh A.M.E. Zion Church Englewood, NJ New A.M.E. Zion Church Paterson, NJ Wallace Chapel A.M.E. Zion Church Summit, NJ Wallace Temple A.M.E. Zion Church Bayonne, NJ Metropolitan A.M.E. Zion Church Ridgewood, NJ St. Luke A.M.E. Zion Church Westfield, NJ St. Thomas A.M.E. Zion Church Somerville, NJ Williams Chapel A.M.E. Zion Church Passaic, NJ Rossville A.M.E. Zion Church Staten Island, NY Antioch A.M.E. Zion Church Linden, NJ Centennial A.M.E. Zion Church Closter, NJ Mt. Zion A.M.E. Zion Church Mahwah, NJ New St. Mark A.M.E. Zion Church Westwood, NJ