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CONNECTING THE DOTSBWC Ministries Directory 2019
The Baltimore-Washington Confernece is divided into eight geographical districts.
DISTRICT DIRECT RYAnnapolisDistrict Superintendent:
Rev. Rebecca Iannicelli [email protected]
District Administrator:Willine Kamara [email protected]
District Lay Leader:Kim Carr [email protected]
Baltimore-MetroDistrict Superintendent:
Rev. Wanda Duckett [email protected]
District Administrator:Christine D. Taylor [email protected]
District Lay Leader:Ophelia Brown-Carter [email protected]
Baltimore SuburburbanDistrict Superintendent:
Rev. Ann Laprade [email protected]
District Administrator:John Gauthier [email protected]
District Lay Leader:Thea Becton [email protected]
Central MarylandDistrict Superintendent:
Rev. J.W. Park [email protected]
District Administrator:Sophie Amer [email protected]
District Lay Leader:Rod Fry [email protected]
Cumberland -HagerstownDistrict Superintendent:
Rev. John Wunderlich [email protected]
District Administrator:Penny Gaver [email protected]
District Lay Leader:Richard Willson [email protected]
Greater WashingtonDistrict Superintendent:
Rev. Gerry Green [email protected]
District Administrator:Olivia Gross [email protected]
District Lay Leader:Amelia Duroska [email protected]
FrederickDistrict Superintendent:
Rev. Edgardo Rivera [email protected]
District Administrator:Tonia Bennett [email protected]
District Lay Leader:Barbara Shew [email protected]
Washington EastDistrict Superintendent:
Rev. Johnsie Cogman [email protected]
District Administrator:Christol Medley [email protected]
District Lay Leader:Rosalind Pinkney [email protected]
RESOURCES
bwcumc.org/stewardship
STEWARDSHIP
Want to know how to get your church hooked up with electronic giving? Where do you go to get a grant or loan for your church to build a new elevator or start a new program? You’re not alone. Thousands of resources exist to help you and your church live out God’s call to be good stewards.
Hampton Conway, [email protected]/ministries/united-methodist-men/
Linda Yost, [email protected]/ministries/united-methodist-women/
UNITED METHODIST MEN
Paying Mission SharesA little more than 10 cents of every dollar put in the collection plate goes to mission shares. For questions about electronic submissions, visit https://webview.shelbyinc.com/app/01648/Default.aspx
Arena QuestionsArena is the BWC database. For information, contact Kayla Spears at [email protected].
Africa Universityhttp://www.africau.edu
Eurasian InitiativeRev. Charles [email protected]
Korea Initiative Rev. J.W. [email protected]
Puerto Rico InitiativeRev. Edgardo [email protected]
Zimbabwe Initiative Rev. Joseph [email protected]
GLOBAL PARTNERSHIPS
COMMISSION ON
Rob Shindle, [email protected]
Rev. Emora Brannan, [email protected]
ARCHIVES & HISTORY
bwcumc.org/history-archives
The BWC is the birthplace of Methodism in America. It is also the cradle of the United Brethren Church. Archives and History cares for several United Methodist pilgrimage locations, including Lovely Lane Museum, a museum of African-American church history at Sharp Street Memorial UMC, Strawbridge Shrine, and 12 other historic designated sites.
Rev. Terri Cofiell, [email protected]
Melissa Lauber, [email protected]
Websitewww.bwcumc.org
e-connectiona weekly electronic newsletter*
UMConnectionmonthly newspaper of the BWC $15/year*
Facebookwww.facebook.com/BWCUMC
Twitter@bwcumc
Instagram instagram.com/BWCUMC
YouTube youtube.com/channel/UCv3hdcP1vG1pD9OlLC3tTWw
*To subscribe: [email protected] or 410-309-3453
COMMUNICATIONS Sharing of the stories of God at work in the world is at the heart of our faith. The BWC’s Communications Ministries tells your story, those of the 623 churches in our Conference, and the broader United Methodist Church in a variety of media. Its mission is to inspire, inform and equip the spiritual leaders of your church.
Are You Feeling Called to Serve
Beyond the Local Church? Leadership Interest Forms are
reviewed by BWC Nominations Committee, Annual Conference
and District leaders as a part of their discernment and placement process. Complete yours today:
bwcumc.org/LIF
UNITED METHODIST WOMEN
The Baltimore-Washington Conference inspires & equips local faith communities to develop disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world so that more transformed lives transform lives. Learn more about how you can get connected at www.bwcumc.org/get-connected.
DISCIPLESHIP AGENCIES
LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT www.bwcumc.org/LDFosters a culture of call, awakens people’s spiritual gifts, and equips disciples to be vibrant and spiritually mature leaders
Rev. Rodney Smothers, [email protected] 410-309-9958
Nona Colbert, Chair [email protected]
Board of Ordained MinistryRev. Tony [email protected]
Call and Clergy CareRev. John Nupp, [email protected]
Conference Lay LeaderDelores Martin, BWC Lay [email protected] Lay Servant MinistriesLinda [email protected]
Rev. Stacey Cole Wilson, [email protected]
Thomas Contee, [email protected]
Commission on Disability ConcernsDixie [email protected]
Commission on Religion and Race Moorosi [email protected]
Creation Care Mike [email protected]
Gender Equity (COSROW) Andrea [email protected]
Gun Violence Prevention William [email protected]
Immigration Reform Rev. Julie [email protected]
Justice for Our NeighborsImmigration legal assistance.www.dcmdjfon.org
Parish & Community DevelopmentRev. Eric [email protected]
Peace with Justice Coordinator Rev. Diane [email protected]
Racial Justice (CCORR) Moorosi [email protected]
Restorative Justice (R/CJAMM)Rev. Sonia [email protected]
Wealth Equity Rev. Rudy [email protected]
Forum: Christian Unity and Interfaith Relationships: Rev. Dell [email protected]
Forum: Ethnic Local Church Opportunities and Concerns: Rev. Stephen [email protected]
Forum: Small Membership Churches: Pastor Rick [email protected]
Advocacy Team Lead: Katie [email protected]
ADVOCACY & ACTIONbwcumc.org/ACTFaithfully respond to God’s call for justice, mercy and hope by collaborating with individuals and organizations to transform unjust and oppressive systems.
Office of Leadership & Congregational Development
Growing disciples and congregations through developing leaders and
expanding imaginations for new faith expressions.
bwcumc.org/OLCDJo Chesson
NEW FAITH EXPRESSIONS www.bwcumc.org/NFEEquips difference-makers to build and nurture new communities of purpose that engage people in a life-giving relationships with Jesus
Rev. Bill Brown, [email protected]
Deborah Johnson, Chair [email protected]
WELLNESS & MISSIONSwww.bwcumc.org/WMMobilizes individuals and teams to address human need and create abundant health and wholeness for all.
Rev. Stacey Cole Wilson, [email protected]
Rev. Heath Wilson, [email protected]
Disaster Response CoordinatorOffers relief, recovery and rebuilding opportunities Pastor Fred [email protected]
Global Ministries SecretarySupports the BWC’s missionariesJane [email protected]/missionaries
Quality of Life Retreats (HIV/AIDS ministry)Raymond [email protected]
Volunteers in Mission CoordinatorRev. Joan [email protected]
MULTICULTURAL MINISTRIESWe are committed to creating diverse and inclusive faith communities where all cultures are valued.
Deaf MinistriesRev. Sandi [email protected](410) 242-6303
Grow Asian MinistryRev. DaeHwa Park Rev. Biak [email protected] [email protected]
Hispanic-Latino MinistryEmma Escobar, Staff Rev. Giovanni Arroyo, Chair [email protected] [email protected]
Native American MinistryThomas Crawford [email protected]
Strengthening the Black Church for the 21st CenturyRev. Tim [email protected]
YOUNG PEOPLE’S MINISTRY www.bwcumc.org/YPMEngaging, connecting, discipling and activating young people for the transformation of lives, churches and communities.
Cheryl Cook, [email protected]
Shemaiah Strickland, [email protected]
Campus MinistersHoward University | Washington Rev. Alexis [email protected]
American University | Washington Rev. Joey [email protected]
Gallaudet University | Washington Rev. Emily [email protected]
Frostburg University | Frostburg Rev. Cynthia [email protected]
University of Maryland | College ParkRev. Michelle Mejia & Ministry [email protected]
Christians Engaged in Faith FormationMarie [email protected] [email protected]
Retreat and Camping MinistriesChris Schlieckertdirector@westrivercenter.org800-922-6795bwccampsandretreats.com
Camp HarmisonOver 50 acres near beautiful Berkeley Springs, WVcampharmison.org
Manidokan Camp and Retreat Center300 wooded acres overlooking Harper’s Ferrry, W.Va.www.bwccampsandretreats.com/manidokan/
The West River Center45 acres near the Chesapeake Baywww.bwccampsandretreats.com/westriver/
Safe SanctuariesResources to ensure our children’s [email protected]
Student Leadership CohortYear-long leadership development for high-schoolersMatthew [email protected]