The Kingdom of God
What if we press into the prayer that Jesus taught? What would it look like for the will of God to be done here on earth as it is in heaven? How is our Father in heaven calling us to participate in His answer to our cries for His kingdom to come? We invite you to come and see at the 2025 Virginia Annual Conference of the Global Methodist Church. Join us as we explore the ways God empowers us to become Children of the King, so we can mature into Citizens of His Kingdom, so we can carry the Good News as Ambassadors of His Kingdom as He works in us to bring about His kingdom on earth as it is in heaven.
We’ve added an extra day to Conference this year to be sure we have plenty of time for the Holy Spirit to meet with us and transform our hearts and minds for the work of His kingdom in Virginia in the year ahead. All our conference business, including the election of Delegates for the 2026 General Conference, will happen on May 29 th to clear the path for the heart of our gathering: worship, fellowship, and training to prepare us for God’s plans to bring His kingdom on earth as it in heaven.
Each day we’ll begin with a Concert of Prayer (hyperlink this part to the description of the Concert of Prayer), led by John Bright and his team. Bishop Mark Webb, Superintendent Greg West, and Assistant Superintendent Brandon Nichols will share the progress and the vision for Virginia and the Global Methodist Church abroad. Three separate training times, with multiple options are scheduled for Day 2 and 3, with multiple worship times and opportunities to fellowship during food breaks built into all three days.
Bring your leadership, bring your families, bring your friends, if you love Jesus and want to grow in His kingdom, we want to see you May 29 th through 31 st at Riverton Church in Front Royal, Virginia. Come excited, come expectant, come and see what the Lord will do!
Where
Riverton Church 55 E Strasburg Rd, Front Royal, VA 22630
When
Thursday to Saturday
May 29 - May 31
Annual Conference Speakers
Prepare to be uplifted and inspired with various Virginia leaders joining us for our 2025 Annual Conference. Explore the diverse perspectives and spiritual insights shared by our lineup of respected clergy and laity.
Sarah Bailey
VA GMC Communications Chair
David Bean
Virginia GMC Gathering Team Chair
Keith Boyette
Retired Clergy
John Bright
Presiding Elder
Bob Cooper
Clergy - VA GMC
Tera Ertz
Virginia GMC Committee Member
Don Gibson
Clergy
Steve Hay
Clergy - GMC
Terry Hendricks
Virginia GMC Presiding Elder
Ho Kang
Clergy
David Lowe
Virginia GMC Presiding Elder
Brandon Nichols
Assistant Conference Superintendent
Mark Webb
Bishop
Doug West
Church Partnership Manager – Compassion Internationaldou
Greg West
Conference Superintendent
Sung Yoo
Virginia GMC Leadership Team Member and Presiding Elder
Event Schedule
2025 Virginia Annual Conference Schedule
Our Schedule includes insightful speeches, interactive trainings, Annual Conference Business and fellowship opportunities for you at the 2025 Virginia Conference.
Thursday May 29
Day 1 Theme: Children of the King
Registration TBD
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Prayer Room OpensTBD
Yunho Eo
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Praise and Worship:Receiving Forgiveness
Concert of Prayer: Walking in Faith Sanctuary
John Bright
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Lunch TBD
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Praise Music TBD
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Clergy Session TBD
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Laity Session - Bible Study: The Lord’s Prayer Sanctuary
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Conference Business Session Sanctuary
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Supper Local Resturants
Find a friend to have supper with! Eat there or bring it back for evening worship!
Praise and Worship Sanctuary
TBD
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Friday May 30
Day 2 Theme: Citizens of the Kingdom
Registration TBD
TBD
Prayer Room OpensTBD
Yunho Eo
TBD
Praise and Worship
Concert of Prayer: Walking in the Spirit Sanctuary
John Bright
TBD
Delegate Election for General Conference Sanctuary
Bishop Webb
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Lunch TBD
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Praise and Worship TBD
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State of the Conference Sanctuary
Greg West, and Brandon Nichols
Children of the King: Sacramental Theology David Lowe
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Jesus instituted certain practices during his ministry that help us orient ourselves to God the Father. We call these sacraments and mysteries. As Wesleyans we have a deep appreciation, longing, and history with these holy means of grace that help draw us into the family of God. Join Danville’s Presiding Elder David Lowe to learn about the scriptural foundation, practice, and Wesleyan understanding of baptism, our initiation into the family of God, and Communion, our ongoing coming together around God’s table.
Children of the King: Make Disciples Who Make Disciples Doug West
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You yearn to make disciples who make disciples. But sometimes it’s disheartening. Join like-minded leaders to dive deep into the practice more than 1,000 churches showed was “the most catalytic thing a church can do to make disciples.” You will swap stories, struggles and strengths and leave with a resource to catalyze disciples across the generations.
Children of the King: The Word of God Brandon Nichols
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Christian faith rests on the truth that there is a good God who desires to be known by us. From the beginning of time, He has reached down to His creation to reveal Himself as Creator, Lord, Life, Breath, and Father. As His children, we have the privilege of the Word He inspired through His Spirit to be written over the span of 1500 years, three continents, and more than 40 authors. We call this revelation of God’s being the Bible. Join Assistant Superintendent Brandon Nichols in exploring God’s purpose, plan, and provision for drawing His children deeper into knowledge of Him and maturity in faith.
Supper Local Resturants
Find a friend to have supper with! Eat there or bring it back for evening worship!
Praise and Worship Sancuary
TBD
TBD
Saturday May 31, 2025
Day 3 Theme: Ambassadors of the Kingdom
Prayer Room OpensTBD
Yunho Eo
TBD
Praise and Worship
Concert of Prayer: Walking in the World Sanctuary
John Bright
TBD
Citizens of the Kingdom: Entire Sanctification: Sung Yoo
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Identified as John Wesley as the “grand depositum” of Methodist teaching, entire sanctification is goal of those who call Christ Lord here on earth. Not a work of men, but of the Holy Spirit we cooperate with, we ask the Lord to come and make us holy ground, His temple here on earth, as it is in heaven. Join NoVA Presiding Elder Sung Yoo as he delves into what it looks like to mature in Christ under the power and grace of the Holy Spirit.
Citizens of the Kingdom: A Royal Priesthood Steve Hay and David Bean
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Modern culture superimposes a false understanding of authority and responsibility within the church between laity and clergy. This often leaves Christians, laity, and clergy, uneasy, confused, or frustrated when the call and conviction of the Holy Spirit spurs them to engage in the universal commission to all Christians found in Matthew 28. Scripture paints a picture of the whole body working together to allow Christ to accomplish the work of building His church through them. Join Rev. Steve Hay and David Bean as they explore healthy expectations for lay/clergy partnerships and a vision of the church that includes every part working together as it should so the body can build itself up in love.
Citizens of the Kingdom: Wesleyan Connectionalism Bob Cooper
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While Scripture tells us we are citizens of heaven, we recognize that we presently reside in the kingdom of this world. As strangers and sojourners here, we need one another for encouragement, correction, partnership, and to demonstrate the relational nature of God in a fractured world. One of the unique and brilliant elements of the Methodist movement across every generation is its connectional nature. Join Bob Cooper as he shares how Wesleyan Connectionalism helps us dwell in the kingdom of God while we are here on earth.
Lunch TBD
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Time with Bishop Webb Sanctuary
Bishop Webb
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Ambassadors of the Kingdom: Practical SanctificationTera Ertz
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Christ calls us to carry His kingdom into the world around us, becoming the embodiment of His message: “Repent for the kingdom of heaven is at hand!” We cannot accomplish this embodiment on our own, we are vessels for the Holy Spirit who works in and through us to bring His plans to completion. Scripture tells us that He primarily accomplishes this through two areas: spiritual disciplines and spiritual gifts. Join Tera Ertz for a practical exploration of what these tools look like in our lives and how we can position ourselves for the Holy Spirit to use us to engage the battle all around us.
Ambassadors of the Kingdom: Faithful Apologetic Engagement Greg West
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In the West, the marketplace of ideas has grown crowded with New Age, New Atheist, Postmodern, and Post-Christendom voices. It’s noisy out there! As Christians, we are called to carry our King’s message of hope, truth, and love into the maelstrom of other voices with courage and joy. Historically, from Paul’s day to ours, this practice has been called Apologetics. Join Superintendent Greg West for practical teaching on how to engage the cultural issues of our day and time with the timeless Truth and grace of God.
Ambassadors of the Kingdom: Practical Witnessing Terry Hendricks
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We often view evangelism as the work of a few specially gifted souls. Jesus said to His disciples, and through them to us, that we would be His witnesses, in our town, the areas around us, and all the way to the ends of the earth. There is no special dispensation for our shyness, nor special qualification beyond our faith in Christ. So, what does it mean to be a witness? Join Terry Hendricks as she examines how living a life marked by our transformation to citizens of the kingdom opens the door in everyday encounters to tell people who Jesus is and how He has changed our lives.
Ordination and Commissioning of those calledSanctuary
Bishop Webb
Celebration Fellowship Hall
Ordinands and their family and close friends are invited to the fellowship hall for a celebration with cake and beverages.
May 27
Ordinand Training TBD
Bishop Mark Webb, Tom Thomas, Greg West, and Brandon Nichols
TBD
May 31
Ordinands Gathering TBD
Bishop Mark Webb, Tom Thomas, Greg West, Brandon Nichols, and Presiding Elders
May 31
Ordination Sanctuary
Bishop Webb
May 31
Celebration Fellowship Hall
Ordinands and their family and close friends are invited to the fellowship hall for a celebration with cake and beverages.
Event Venue
Riverton Church, Front Royal, VA
Located in Front Royal Virginia Riverton is the location of this years Annual Conference Gathering! There are many hotels and local restaurants located near the church. The church has adquate parking and accessibility for everyone to attend the Annual Conference.
Event Accessibility Accommodations
If you are in need of accommodations for the 2025 VA Annual Conference Gathering please contact us at communications@gmcvirginia.org.
Accessibility at Riverton
Coming Soon!
Parking at Riverton
There is plenty of parking at Riverton Church.
Details coming soon!
There is a drop off and pick up zone near the registration area for those with limited mobility. If you need additional assistance to and from the parking lot please contact us.
Hotels
Here are some nearby hotels
Restaurants
Friday Supper is on your own! Consider trying one of these local places.
Gallery
Check our gallery from the recent events
Volunteer at the Annual Conference
Volunteering at the VA GMC Annual Conference offers a unique opportunity to play an integral role in fostering a sense of community and service within the Global Methodist Church right here in Virginia. As a volunteer, you'll have the chance to contribute to the smooth operation of the conference, whether it's by assisting with registration, guiding attendees to around the building, or providing logistical support behind the scenes. Your dedication and commitment to service will not only enrich the conference experience for all participants but also embody the spirit of Wesleyan hospitality and fellowship. Join us in making a difference and shaping the future of the Virginia Global Methodist Church Annual Conference.
To volunteer contact David Bean today!
Ministry Partners
Ministry Partners will be coming soon!
F.A.Q
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How do I nominate a Delegate for the GMC General Conference?
Clergy delegates will recieve a form to complete to nominate themselves or someone else as a delegate to the GMC General Conference. If you are Clergy delegate and you do not receive an email by May 1st please contact Brooke Bailey.
We are in the process of gathering Lay Delegate information to be able to email out the lay nomination form. Once we have this information from churches we will email the lay nomination form out at a later date. Please be in prayerful consideration on who you wish to nominate.
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Who is allowed to vote for Delegates to the GMC General Conference
Only church delegates (laity) and GMC clergy are allowed to vote. If you are a clergy and have questions about your specific voting status please contact us as soon as possible.
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Who is allowed to come to the VA GMC Ordination on May 31st?
Anyone who wishes to attend the Spring 2024 Ordination class of the VA GMC can be present. We encourage all conference attendees to stay for the ordination service if they are able to celebrate the ordinands for answer the call God has placed on their lives.
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I am being ordained, who am I allowed to bring up with me?
Each ordinand may have up to two elders as sponsors, and their spouse and children, if applicable, to stand with you for the laying on of hands. Of course, please invite your family, friends, and church folk to the service.
Families of ordinands will not have reserved seating so please have anyone coming up with you come early to get a seat that will work for them.
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I am in need of a disability accommodation for this event how can I make my request?
If you have an accommodation need please contact Brooke Bailey. We will try to accommodate your needs with a reasonable accommodation.
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Is there a designated section for voting and non-voting members?
Yes. There will be a designated section that will be roped off for voting members to sit. Other attendees are welcome to be present during the vote in other areas of the sanctuary.
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What food is going to be available at the GMC Annual Conference?
The Virginia GMC will be providing the following food and beverages at the 2024 VA GMC Annual Conference Gathering:
- Lunch both days
- Snacks both days
- Drinks for meals
- Ordination Reception food and drinks
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I have a food allergy what are my options?
If you have a food allergy that will need to be accommodated please contact Brooke Bailey.
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I have a child being brought with me will childcare be provided?
Yes! Childcare will be provided at the conference event, HOWEVER all children must be pre-registerd on your registration form in order for you to use childcare. All children who are not pre-registered will NOT be allowed to use the childcare option.
This is so that we have the proper number of attendees in the childcare for the children that will be there.
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What hotel arrangements are available?
The conference is working on making arrangements with hotels !
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I only want to come for one day is that possible?
Yes! You can register for just 1 day of the conference, of your choosing. If you need assistance registering please contact the gathering team today!
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Is Supper being provided at the conference?
Supper is not being provided by the conference. A plan meal break is being scheduled between 5-7pm for you to go out and get food. You can bring food back or enjoy it at the restaurant. We encourage you to fellowship with conference attendees!
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Am I allowed to bring food or drinks into the conference?
Yes! You are allowed to bring in outside food and drinks as you wish. We require that you do not bring glass into the facility for safety and that you dispose of food and drink containers in the recycle bins as needed.
Registration Options
Look at our registration options based on your role at the conference and how many days you wish to attend!
Non-Delegate
Daily Pass
$20 a Day
- Snacks and Beverages For Days Attending
- Lunch For Days Attending
- Name Badge
- Bag of Information
- Trainings For Days Attending
Non-Delegate
3 Day Pass
$50
- Snacks and Beverages All Days
- Lunch All Days
- Name Badge
- Bag of Information
- Trainings
Church Delegate & Clergy
Day Pass
$20 a Day
- Snacks and Beverages All Days
- Lunch For Days Attending
- Name Badge
- Bag of Information
- Trainings on Days Attending
- Voting Information
Church Delegate & Clergy
3 Day Pass
$50
- Snacks and Beverages For Days Attending
- Lunch All Days
- Name Badge
- Bag of Information
- Trainings
- Voting Information
Registration and Checkin At The Event
Once you arrive at Riverton you will go to the registration desk. At the registration table you will recieve your name tag and all materials you will need for the conference day(s). Once registered you can proceed into Riverton Church to get adjusted to the building and fellowship with others until the days events begin.
Contact Us
Need assistance with something, please contact us today!