2022 Year End Board Report – FMCSC Ministerial Education and Guidance Board

May 19, 2023

In this 2022 Year End Board Report, the Free Methodist Church in Southern California (FMCSC) invites you to explore how it is reshaping the future of faith leadership through the lens of the Ministerial Education and Guidance Board. Emphasizing the values of clarity, inclusivity, and adaptability, this report delves into the transformative processes being implemented to empower a new generation of leaders.

Recognizing the pitfalls of fluctuating goalposts, the FMCSC is striving for transparency and fairness in its leadership development process. This initiative aims to counteract any biases that may disadvantage women and people of color. Additionally, the church is committed to nurturing leaders who align with the core Free Methodist values—Biblical centeredness, openness to the Spirit, and a passion for justice.

The report also introduces Reverend Doug Ranck and Dr. Kevin Mannoia, instrumental figures in mentoring future leaders and aiding them in understanding what it means to be a Free Methodist in the 21st century. By prioritizing the development of these values and the demystification of the leadership process, the FMCSC is creating a space where leader development is more formational, fostering ministries that yield fruitful results and lifelong fulfillment. Be a part of this journey and witness the progression of leadership within the FMCSC.

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Fresh Oil, Fresh Anointing: Breaking Spiritual Bondage with Bishop Kenny Martin
Fresh Oil, Fresh Anointing: Breaking Spiritual Bondage with Bishop Kenny Martin

Bishop E. Kenneth Martin delivers a prophetic challenge to the Free Methodist Church, confronting deep-rooted issues of spiritual bondage, systemic oppression, and the church’s complacency. “Churches are dying in a cage,” he declares, calling for a radical shift in how the church addresses:

– Spiritual chains of sin and oppression
– Historical and ongoing impacts of slavery
– Diversity, equity, and inclusion challenges
– The church’s reluctance to engage difficult conversations
– Breaking free from “nasty” church politics and self-serving leadership

“This is a season of manifestation,” Martin says, urging a breakthrough from 2025 to 2035 that will transform the church locally and globally.

#ChurchTransformation #SpiritualFreedom #RacialReconciliation #ChurchReform #HolySpirit

Conexión Latina 2025: Supporting Latino/a Leadership in Ministry | Free Methodist Church
Conexión Latina 2025: Supporting Latino/a Leadership in Ministry | Free Methodist Church

Join us this March for Conexión Latina 2025, a transformative gathering on the West Coast celebrating and equipping Latino/a leaders in ministry. Fraser Venter shares how you can support this vital initiative that strengthens our multicultural Free Methodist family.

This event provides:
– Complete on-ground support for participating leaders
– Valuable community building and leadership development
– Essential ministry equipping and spiritual refreshment
– Opportunities to partner with Latino/a leaders across the country

Want to sponsor a leader or learn more? Contact Fraser Venter directly through the information below to help build God’s kingdom through multicultural ministry.

#FreeMethodistChurch #LatinoMinistry #ChurchLeadership #MinistryDevelopment #MulticulturalChurch

A Message of Thanks from Expressions Church | Pastor Christopher Spolar
A Message of Thanks from Expressions Church | Pastor Christopher Spolar

Pastor Christopher Spolar shares his gratitude for the overwhelming support from our Free Methodist family following the recent fires. Standing in front of their temporary new church home, he reflects on the power of community and the hope we find in supporting one another.

Thank you to everyone who has supported Expressions Church through prayer, encouragement, and practical assistance. Together, we continue sharing hope with our community.

For updates and ways to help: fmcsc.org/fire