California Conference Lay AMEZ Church

07/06/2026

07/03/2026

LEADERSHIP is our SUPERPOWER
The July 2026 California Conference Officers Meet and Greet following the closing of the 158th Session of the California Annual Conference of the Western Episcopal District was well received.
- Introductions
- Expectations
- District Planning Meeting Dates (BCD 7/11/26 - CVD 7/25/26)
- Relationship
- Working together
- Prayer
We're ready to lead the California Conference Lay and looking forward to the journey together.

California Conference Officers
President: Patricia Hunter
1st Vice President: Michael Bussey
2nd Vice President: Wanda Lax
Treasurer: Dr. Ian Jefferson
Secretary: Lynda Daniels
Chaplain: Javanni Brown

We thank our Western Episcopal District Lay Region Director Rynette Nixon for her time, presence, and participation in the conversations.

07/01/2026

WESTERN EPISCOPAL DISTRICT A.M.E. ZION CHURCH
Upcoming Training | Dates and Requirements

07/01/2026

Welcome Back!
Rev. Gloria Clemons-White, Presiding Elder Bay Cities District
Rev. Dr. Marlyn Bussey, Presiding Elder Central Valley District

07/01/2026

Traveling to the Connectional Council & Christian Education Convention in Greenville? Be sure to review the available transportation options before you arrive. This guide includes shuttle information, hotel transportation details, and local transportation contacts to help make your trip as smooth as possible. Safe travels, and we look forward to seeing you in Greenville!

07/01/2026

The Connection | CLC Newsletter Summer Edition
Check out the quarterly newsletter hot off the Press.
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06/30/2026

The 158th Session California Annual Conference
The Western Episcopal District AME Zion Church
Rev. Jimmie Miller and Rosalyn Holland Missionary Supervisors
The Rt. Rev. Melanie Rogers Miller Presiding Prelate
California Conference Women's Home and Overseas Missionary Society Presidents:
Bay Cities District: Rhonda Rochon Smith
Central Valley District: Silva Wade-Parker

Missionary Prayer Breakfast:
Bureau of Supply
Cleo Chaney (Bay Cities District)
Dr. Sandra Davis (Central Valley District)
Speaker: Lisa Grant Dawson

Candlelight Service
Missionary Sermon: Rev. Dr. Alyce Walker Johnson, Pastor
Solid Rock A.M.E. Zion Church, Stonecrest, Georgia

06/29/2026

The 158th Session California Annual Conference
The Western Episcopal District AME Zion Church
Rev. Jimmie Miller and Rosalyn Holland Missionary Supervisors
The Rt. Rev. Melanie Rogers Miller Presiding Prelate
Communion Service | June 25, 2026
Preacher of the Hour: Rev. Jacqueline Day