May 16, 2025

"Joy is rooted in the presence of the Lord. This joy is not a momentary milieu or a fleeting fancy, it is a mindset, a discipline, it is a way of life."

-- Bishop LaTrelle Easterling

The Hilton Hotel in Baltimore resounded with joy May 13-15 as members gathered for the 241st session of the Baltimore-Washington Conference.

• See an overview story about the conference.
• See photos from the session.
• See videos from the live stream of worship and plenary sessions.

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May 15

• Ordinands and commissioners urged to 'live in joy'
• Reyes Rodriguez expresses thanks for immigration offering
• Members consider stewardship and approve budget
• Young People's Ministry ignites spirit and leadership across generations
• Bishop Moore-Koikoi lays out the tools to 'Dwell in Joy'

May 14

• Eight resolutions passed in holy conferencing
• Conference members celebrate love in deed and action
• Vote taken on 2025 Constitutional Amendments
• Service of Remembrance honors 38 servants

May 13

• United to Love witnesses to justice
• Bishop Moore-Koikoi reflects on trauma and joy
• At opening worship, BWC 'Dwells in Joy'
• Laity explore attracting new generations to church
• BWC enters into 'historic' new structure
• 2005 retirees honored for 604 years of service