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Annual Meeting Registration Extended Until JUNE 12TH
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Annual Meeting Registration Extended Until JUNE 12TH -
Southern Conference UCC – 61st Annual Meeting
Canterbury School, 5400 Old Lake Jeanette Road, Greensboro, NC 27455
June 18–20, 2026
****NO WALK-IN Registrations for Beyond the Borders: Dinner & Drama****
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***Meeting Materials Will NOT Be Provided at the Annual Meeting***
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Beyond the Numbers: Join the Southern Conference 2027 Proposed Budget Conversation
The Southern Conference United Church of Christ invites all delegates, clergy, church leaders, and interested members to participate in the 2027 Southern Conference Budget Hearing.
As part of our Conference-wide Call to Care, we believe communication and shared discernment are vital expressions of faithful stewardship. This hearing offers an opportunity to learn more about the proposed 2027 budget, ask questions, and engage in conversation prior to the vote at the 61st Southern Conference Annual Meeting.
The proposed budget reflects the ministry priorities, mission commitments, and stewardship goals discerned by the Southern Conference Board of Directors as we continue to live into our theme: Beyond Borders: One Church. One Mission. One World.
BUDGET HEARING
Monday, June 15, 2026
7:00 PM – 8:00 PM (Eastern Time)
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We encourage all participants—especially Annual Meeting voting delegates—to review the budget materials in advance and come prepared with questions.
The vote on the proposed 2027 budget will take place during the Business Session of the 61st Southern Conference Annual Meeting on June 20, 2026. Through our shared commitment to stewardship and the Call to Care, we prayerfully discern how God is calling us to invest in the ministries, churches, clergy, youth, and communities we serve together.
Your voice matters. Your participation matters. Join us as we discern together God's vision for the future of the Southern Conference.
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Southern Conference Annual Meeting 2026 Quick Facts
(Because we want to see all youth at the July youth event there are no youth event offerings)
Place & Date June 18–20, 2026, at Canterbury School, located at:
5400 Old Lake Jeanette Road, Greensboro, NC 27455
Registration Fees are as follows:
$125 – Delegates, Visitors, and Clergy (active)
$100 – Retired Clergy
$25 - Racial Equity Training June 18th from 9 - 2 pm (Does not include the Beyond Borders: Dinner & Drama Experience or meeting)
$50 - Beyond Borders: Dinner & Drama Experience Only (Does not include meeting)
$25 - Exhibit/Vendor Space - (Does not include Beyond Borders: Dinner & Drama Experience or meeting)
All are invited to attend the opening worship on June 18th at 7 pm and no registration is required
The Southern Conference Associate Conference Ministers will be installed at the closing worship on June 20th at 11:15 am. All are invited to attend and no registration is required.
Beyond Borders: An Evening of Inspiration, Unity, and Celebration
One of the most anticipated highlights of the Southern Conference's 61st Annual Meeting, Beyond Borders: One Church, One Mission, One World, will be the special Beyond Borders Dinner and Drama Experience on Friday evening, June 19, 2026, at 7:00 p.m.
This unique event will bring us together across cultures, communities, and traditions for an unforgettable evening of fellowship, food, and faith-filled entertainment. Attendees are encouraged to celebrate the global spirit of our theme by wearing international attire as we gather to experience the richness of God's diverse family.
The evening will feature a special presentation by Good News Ministry, performing their inspiring production, "Unity in the Community." This powerful ministry was birthed out of Rock Spring United Church of Christ, where Rev. Kelvin Belle serves as pastor. Through drama, storytelling, and faith, the production explores the importance of building bridges, overcoming divisions, and embracing the strength that comes when communities unite in purpose and love.
As we gather under the theme Beyond Borders, this performance serves as a timely reminder that the Church's mission extends beyond geography, culture, race, language, and circumstance. We are called to be one body in Christ, sharing God's love with a world in need of hope, understanding, and unity.
WE SOW TOGETHER SO WE CAN GROW TOGETHER
