The Christian Methodist Episcopal (CME) Women’s Missionary Council will host its Executive Board 2025 meeting through Feb. 14, at the Marriott Hotel Long Beach Downtown, located at 111 East Ocean Blvd., in Long Beach.
The gathering brings together leaders and representatives from across the CME Church to discuss ongoing initiatives and plan for the future of the organization. The 2023-2027 theme, “Missionaries Boldly Facing New Challenges as We Serve a Changing World,” will guide discussions as the Council continues their work in adapting to the needs of today’s ever-evolving society.
“We are excited to welcome everyone to Long Beach for this important meeting,” said Shirley Levingston, president of the Southern California Region Women’s Missionary Society.
“Our time together will be focused on continuing our legacy of service and dedication to uplifting young people and communities, and we look forward to the opportunity to engage with so many passionate and committed leaders.”
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Founded in 1918, the Women’s Missionary Council of the CME Church has a longstanding tradition of supporting the education and empowerment of young people through scholarships. These scholarships are awarded to students attending Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), junior colleges, state colleges, and trade schools, continuing the Council’s commitment to advancing educational opportunities.
The 2025 meeting is hosted by the Ninth Episcopal District under the leadership of Patron Bishop Charley Hames, Jr., and First Lady Mrs. Michelle Gaskill-Hames. Co-hosts include Rev. Ramon Stripling, Michele Jackson, Justice, Dr. Terri Dyer, and a group of elders, pastors, officers, and volunteers from the Ninth Episcopal District.
In addition to Levington, other Missionary Presidents will attend including Stephanie Dedmond, Alaska Pacific Region; Angela Carrigan-Tyus, Arizona/New Mexico Region; Marena Brown, Northern California Region; and Monique Varner, Oklahoma Region.
Also participating are President of Presidents Shelia Holman, Communication Director Dr. Theresa Duhart, Register Willa Terry, and Editor Geraldine Taylor-Winslett.
Executive Committee members in attendance will be International President Dr. Jacqueline I. Scott, Vice President Calandra Hunter, Secretary S. Paige Perry, Assistant Secretary Deborah Dickenson, Acting Treasurer Carol Ferrell, Past Presidents Dr. Precess R. Pregues, Dr.
Elnora P. Hames, and Past President Emeritus Dr. Judith E. Grant.
