Black Methodists for Church Renewal

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2019 SCJ BMCR Jurisdictional Meeting

The North Texas Caucus of the Black Methodists for Church Renewal (BMCR) invites you to the 2019 South Central Jurisdictional Annual Meeting! Save $20 with early-bird registration through August 31.

SPECIAL GIFT: The first 40 people who register will win a FREE ticket to the State Fair of Texas!

This critical three-day conference includes:

  • Spirit Celebration and Awards Brunch
  • Worship and communion service at St. Luke "Community" UMC
  • A Night at the State Fair of Texas
  • General and jurisdictional conference delegates panel
  • Three important RESET sessions--"Pathways," "Rivers," and "A New Thing"

Our primary focus is to set a new course for the churches that have chosen to adopt a more progressive stance following the results of the Special General Conference vote earlier this year.

Your conference registration includes two meals, transportation to the off-site events Thursday and Friday evening, admission to Saturday's Spirit Brunch, and a one-year SCJ BMCR membership. 

NOTE: The schedule is subject to change. Download the latest tentative agenda and stay abreast of developments.

SATURDAY'S SPIRIT CELEBRATION + AWARDS BRUNCH

Invite friends, family, and church members to attend our fantastic Spirit Celebration and Awards Brunch Saturday, October 19. If you can't attend the entire conference, tickets for the Spirit Brunch are available for only $40. Better yet, get together with your congregation, social group, or Greek organization and host a table of 10 for only $400. The house will be packed, so register now for the conference (which includes admission to the Spirit Brunch) or get a ticket now for Saturday morningPlease register by Friday, October 11.

HOST HOTEL

The newly-renovated Crowne Plaza-Market Center offers a special rate of $105 per night, including breakfastReserve your room now, or call the hotel at 866.594.6753 and give the group code BMC. Please make your hotel reservation by Wednesday, October 2.

FAQs

When can I pick up my pre-registration packet? Packet pickup is from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Thursday, October 17, and 8:00 AM to Noon Friday, October 18, at the host hotel.

Is parking available? Yes. On-site parking is complimentary. 

Is other transportation provided? Transportation will be provided for registered attendees who are going to:

  • St. Luke "Community" UMC Thursday evening for the dinner and worship/communion service
  • the State Fair of Texas Friday evening

Attendees are responsible for all other arrangements.

Is airport shuttle service available at Dallas Love Field? Yes, complimentary service is provided from 5:00 AM to 10:30 PM (based on availability). Call 214.630.8500 when you arrive at Love Field. For your return flight, please make shuttle arrangements with the front desk the night before you depart. Please note that shuttle service is not available to/from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport.

Who qualifies for the "young adult" registration rate? Anyone aged 18 to 35.

Can I register at the conference? Yes, but you'll miss out on the early-bird pricing (a $20 savings) and the chance to win a ticket to the State Fair of Texas.

Other questions? Please contact Frankie Watson at frankiewatson@sbcglobal.net.