April 1, 2020
How to Help With N95 Mask Shortage
Here's how Memphis Conference churches can help supply N95 particulate matter respirator masks

Urgent Request from Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare
Since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, our communities have been asking how they can help. One way is to make homemade face masks.

Virtual Communion, Remote Worship & 2020 Memphis Annual Conference
Check out the latest updates on Bishop McAlilly's blog.

Late Fees Waived
Memphis Conference waives late fees on direct-bill payments for clergy health and pension benefits

Lenten Hunger Offering During Pandemic
As churches strive to continue important community feeding ministries during and after the COVID-19 pandemic, this annual Memphis Conference campaign remains in need of your support.

District Office Closed; Staff Working Remotely
The Purchase District office is closed. The current plan is for the office to remain closed at least until Monday, April 27. Staff are working remotely and are available to conduct business by email and cell phones.

Cancelled and Postponed Events
In light of COVID-19 and social distancing guidelines from our church, our state, and federal governments, along with WHO and CDC, the following events are cancelled or postponed.

Postponed:
2020 Memphis Annual Conference
2020 Music Fest
Basic Lay Servant Training
2020 General Conference | Details
2020 Conf. UMW Spiritual Growth Retreat

Cancelled:
GC 'Call to Prayer' & 'Listening Sessions'
Important Message from Bishop McAlilly
Bishop McAlilly issues a Call to Prayer for Healthcare Workers | March 31 blog

Coronavirus Preparedness
  • Memphis Conference Resource Page | Link
  • A message from Bishop McAlilly| Link
  • COVID-19 - Cabinet for Health and Family Services | Link
  • Temporary Visitor Restrictions at Baptist Health | Link
  • 6 Steps Your Congregation Should Take in Response to the Coronavirus | Link
Online Worship Opportunities
Many Memphis Conference churches are offering live streams of their Sunday worship services during the period of public health concern related to Covid-19.

Details (updated link)
TN Tornado Response Update
Here is a 'response update' on how to help with the Tennessee Tornado Relief efforts. | Details
Scholarship Deadlines
  • 4/15 Walter Russell Lambuth | Details
  • 4/15 Anita Padgett Memorial Music | Details
  • May 1 Howard Olds Seminary Scholarship | Details
  • May 10 'Denman Evangelism Awards' 
  • May 31 Mullikin Academic Scholarship | Details
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