African Methodist Episcopal Church
Texas Conference
South Houston District
Soaring to Higher Dimensions
The South Houston District comprises 23 churches in the Houston/Galveston and vicinity.
It is under the direction of the appointed Presiding Elder by the Presiding Bishop of the Tenth Episcopal District (State of Texas).
It meets three (3) times a year
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Planning Meeting
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District Conference
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Church School Convention
There are four (4) fellowship events that foster camaraderie and bonding, through fun-filled fellowships of laughter, educational presentations, and challenging games.
01
Spiritual Enrichment
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Train every member, of all ages, to be effective soul-winners
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10% increase in souls
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Attendance in Church School & Bible Study
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Church Planting in 4 corners of the district
02
Evangelism and Outreach
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Each church to increase ministry around their immediate community
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Learn conversation language of residents near local church i.e. Spanish
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Host Ecumenical Services
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Adopt an agency or ministry
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Conduct services outside of church building
03
Stewardship
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Utilize gifts and calling for ministry expansion
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Increase Financial Giving
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Church Partnering and Sharing of Talents
04
Economic Development
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Empower the Local and Connectional Church
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Investment in Self and Church
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Church Endowments and Grant Opportunities
05
Leadership Training
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To better serve the local church and community with new skills & information
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Clergy, Lay, and Youth Workshops
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Guest Presentations from Seminaries and other Non-Profit organizations.