JOIN US AS WE CREATE OASIS!
Come . . . and I will give you rest.
Matthew 11:28
Transformational Weekend
03 - 06 July, 2025
Scottsdale, Arizona, USA
| |
|
Rev. Ken Martin, Elder Velma Garcia and Léo Rossetti send you a personal invitation to the GC2025 Transformational Weekend.
Hear their invite using this LINK or clicking on the video.
Register now to attend the Transformational Weekend so you can see old friends, make new friends and be inspired about the future of MCC!
| |
|
EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW! | | |
Regular Onsite Rate:$400 USD
Regular Online Rate: $225 USD*
Onsite Individual Day Attendance Rate: $200 USD per day
| |
Want to help support someone attending conference? When registering there is an option to give to the Go Global Fund. You may also donate directly by clicking the button below. A donation to the Go Global Fund will help subsidize other registration rates making it more affordable for others to attend General Conference, to provide online access to those outside the USA or to support Watch Parties in locations other than in the USA.
| The Embassy Suites Scottsdale Resort is offering us an amazing rate of $119 USD per night (plus taxes and fees) and includes free made to order breakfast, daily cocktail hour, and a complimentary shuttle to hundreds of local shops, restaurants, and activities. Every suite has a living room (with a pull-out couch), and kitchenette which easily accommodates multiple parties to maximize savings. | |
|
Transformational Weekend:
Did you know?
1. The Transformational Weekend is for everyone, not just clergy! Lay leaders, church leaders, church members and nonmembers, music directors, friends, family, etc. are all encouraged to attend for a time of fun, fellowship and spiritual reflection.
2. The Resort offers:
- Free cooked buffet breakfast for everyone staying there
- Free shuttle to places within a 3 mile radius
- Social Hour every night with complimentary drinks and Hors d'oeuvres
3. Walking distance to museums, restaurants and shopping.
4. Spectacular views of Camelback Mountain.
5. The weekend will have time for learning, worship, catching up with old friends and making new friends.
| |  |
|
General Conference Informational Webinar
On 11th December, the General Conference Core Team held an Informational Webinar and answered questions.
If you were unable to attend, the Webinar was recorded and can be viewed using the video link.
If you have questions, please email us at:
conferences@MCCchurch.net
| | |
|
Engaging Programming
Reunion | Refreshment | Revival
| |
|
Movie night: Trans Mexico Followed by panel discussion led by
Rev. Maxwell Reay
"Trans Women face more difficulties in Latin America than any part of the world. In most of these countries, Trans People don’t have access to education, work opportunities, housing and medical services due to Transphobia an uncheck form of discrimination. Mexico, one of the biggest countries in Latin America had recently approved laws that protects LGBT Communities, however; TransGender & Transsexual people are left behind in the constitution. Unfortunately, Mexico has one of the highest rates of murders towards transwomen around the world. The law hasn’t been reinforced to persecute these crimes. In spite of the challenges, there are TransWomen who are empowered in the Mexican Society, they decided to be and live as they feel, and found respect, acceptance, love, and professional opportunities. TransMexico is a film in which explores the lives of these women working, loving, and living in Mexico. The film explores various aspects of their life, such as profession, family, friends, culture, society, and last but no least….the Republic of Mexico itself."
Take a moment to watch the movie trailer below.
| |
|
We are very excited that Flamy Grant will be joining us at GC for an evening of fun, singing and fellowship! She is an amazing artist and advocate.
"Award-winning and Billboard-charting artist Flamy Grant is a shame-slaying, hip-swaying, singing-songwriting drag queen from Asheville, North Carolina. Her 2022 debut record, Bible Belt Baby, reached the #1 spot on the iTunes Christian Chart (the first drag performer to achieve this feat), was nominated for Best Pop Album at the San Diego Music Awards, and was named one of the Top Ten Queer Country Albums of 2023 by Rainbow Rodeo Magazine. Her single “Good Day” debuted at #20 on the Billboard Christian digital sales chart. Her recently-released sophomore album “CHURCH” has already reached #8 on the iTunes Country Chart."
Check out Flamy and her some of her music at https://www.flamygrant.com/
| |
|
Keynote - Sands of Change for Collective Liberation
How are you dealing with the sands of change in your context?
Featuring Rev. Dr. Claudio Carvalhaes as our keynote speaker aiding us as we open ourselves and each other exploring the possibilities of what it means to be church today.
| |
|
Celebrate Your Local Church with a
Special "Shout Out"
Is your church celebrating a milestone anniversary? What outreach ideas can you celebrate? Do you want to thank your Church Leadership? We have a great way for you to do celebrate your Church.
During the Transformation Weekend, you have the opportunity to support the GC2025 and honor your Pastor, Board of Directors and to share the good work of your Church Family purchasing a "Shout Out" that will be used throughout the weekend and on the website.
Below are a few examples from 2022 and the link to get started on your Shout Out our visit the GC2025 website at: https://generalconference.mccchurch.org/2025-general-conference-sponsorship-information/.
| |
|
Pre-Conference Institutes
Stay Tuned for Additional Programing Opportunities
| |
Readiness for Entering Vocational Ministry (REVM) 2025
Be MCC: Transforming ourselves as we transform the world. We are called to develop and equip leaders, congregations, and ministries that foster spiritual growth, do the work of justice, act with compassion, and integrate sexuality and spirituality. Planning is underway for REVM 2025.
If you are interested in attending please contact Rev. Cathy Alexander at revcathyalexander@mccchurch.net
| |
|
General Conference Business Meeting
Registration for the Business Meeting will open in February 2025!
Use this LINK to learn more about the business meeting.
There is no cost to register for the Business Meeting but you must Register to participate.
| |
|
Mark your Calendar:
Discussion Circle Dates
General Conference 2025
Discussion Circles are the main way that you can give feedback on bylaw proposals, motions and other items of business, in a less formal setting, before the General Conference Business Meeting. Anyone involved in MCC can participate in the Discussion Circles. However it is particularly important that Lay Delegates, Clergy and other delegates with vote and/or voice attend at least one Discussion Circle. Items to be discussed will be sent out in a Discussion Pack by the end of the first week of February, prior to the Discussion Circles starting.
The following dates for Discussion circles have been set in consultation with input from Network leaders, MCC staff and others around the world. You can attend any Discussion Circle and you may attend more than one. In fact, participating in a Discussion Circle that targets a different time zone provides an opportunity for you to connect with others in our global community. This site may be helpful to compare time zones - https://www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/converter.html. [There will be no translation provided, however all the comments will be translated afterwards into English, Spanish, Portuguese and German].
Use this LINK to learn more about the
Discussion Circles.
| |
Moderator Nominating Committee announces the Extension of the Deadline for the Application for the Office of the Moderator of Metropolitan Community Churches
For more information, please visit the General Conference Website using this LINK.
| |
|
International Travel Information
Will the conference write a Visa letter for my attendance?
Yes, after you register for General Conference, you may request a visa letter by writing to: Conferences@MCCchurch.net with your credentials for the conference. Please note that requests without a genuine MCC connection will be denied.
Passport Information:
Please make sure your Passport is current and will not expire 6 months prior to the Transformational Weekend.
| |
|
Stay Informed
To stay up-to-date on all the planning and relevant information, visit the conference website at https://generalconference.mccchurch.org/
If you have any questions, ideas, or comments, start a conversation with us: conferences@MCCchurch.net.
We look forward to connecting with you during our
Global General
Conference 2025!
| | | | | |
