July 2021 Pastors Letter
Noteworthy
Budget Information
New budget schedules were available in the conference packets and at Nancy Mills' table. They were also sent individually the week after conference to ensure that each pastor and treasurer had a copy. If you or your treasurer still did not receive a copy, PLEASE CLICK HERE.

Many have asked if Real Time Budget will be an option for this district fiscal year. The decision was made by the General Board NOT to extend the option to this next fiscal year. All assessments will return to the traditional assessment method.
HopeCity Coffee - "Pay what you can"
HopeCity has a new mission - Hope Coffee Co. ....along with HopeCity Food Truck. Their mission: "Hope Food Co. operates out of a mission of "Pay What You Can." Meaning, whenever you order from Hope Truck Food Co. or Hope Coffee Co. you will always get our best; regardless of means."
Recently, they were featured on Fox8 local news and how they are reaching out to the community. To view that news story and learn more, CLICK HERE
The Scripture says to be ready for the Son of Man is coming at an hour when you do not expect Him. Luke 12:40 

How can we be ready? One way is to be passionate about our community. Since 2008 STATUSA has been combating the horrific crime of human trafficking. We now feel the anointing to equip churches to take a stand against the social injustice of our day. If you want to walk out Scripture for these days and make an impact in your community. Contact me and let's walk out our faith together. STATUSA.ORG

Pastor Allysa McKenzie

Events
SAVE THE DATE.....

Ignite Re-Fuel 2021
August 20 - 22, 2021

Schedule, cost, speaker & all details will be coming soon. Stay tuned!
CAROLINA WOMENS RETREAT

Don't wait....& don't hesitate to sign up for the upcoming women's retreat to be held in beautiful Myrtle Beach, SC - September 10-12, 2021. CLICK HERE for the registration form.

Saturday AM speaker will be Mrs. Shirley Duncan!!! Room Rates are only guaranteed through the end of July!!! They may honor it after July 31st, but they do not have to!

So, get your registrations in ASAP! You especially do not want to miss Tammy Trent and Dailey Joy Segers for the worship!
SAVE THE DATE FOR THE NEXT
MEN'S SUMMIT
Mark your calendars for February 4th & 5th as the dates for the next Men's Summit weekend! Lee Strobel, author of "The Case for Christ" will be the key note speaker for a Co-Ed event night on Friday and will also be speaking on Saturday to kick off the Men’s Summit Remaining speakers will be announced soon! Tickets will be available for purchase online in October. We hope to see you at the Summit!
Christian Alliance For Orphans (CAFO) Summit 2021

Make plans to join us at CAFO2021, September 15-17 in Cincinnati, Ohio!

STEP 1: Is your church a Hephzibah62:4 Partner? CAFO Summit grants are available each year for Hephzibah62:4 partner churches. Not a partner? Not a problem. Click here to explore partnership details and benefits, and to join. Hephzibah62:4 Partner churches, please contact us for grant information before you register your pastors, church staff and lay leaders. 
STEP 2Register for CAFO2021. For up to date CAFO2021 conference details and registration, click here.

Mark your calendars for Follow 2023 in Cincinnati, Ohio, December 28th - 30th. For email updates, go to: followconference.org.
Resources
Wesleyan Cohorts & Resources
Josmar Trent, Multiplication and Discipleship Division's Multiethnic and Translation Specialist for The Wesleyan Church, has compiled several cohorts and resources that would beneficial to your ministry. Take a moment to check this out, download and/or register for any and or all that would be beneficial to you, your community, church and ministry. The main goals of these cohorts and of the rich conversations are to create awareness, growth, but ultimately unity in the church. The first cohort begins July 20th. Click on this link or picture for more information.
Many of our pastors and churches are involved in the Dirt Roads Networks Initiative. Read the latest newsletter HERE and check out their website HERE.
Pastors: Are you looking for somewhere for rest, and relaxation but not too far away; maybe just a day trip or overnight to pray and meditate?

The Restoration House in Kannapolis may be just what your are looking for. The Refuge Church, where Pastor Ron Haithcock's son, Trent, is on staff, has set this house up for Pastors to have a place for a retreat or getaway.

CLICK HERE for a brochure for more information.
For Your Calendar
JULY 2021
11 - 16 : Middle School Camp

AUGUST 2021
1 - 3 : Kids Camp - Junior Camp (K - 1st grade)
3 - 6 : Kids Camp - Senior Camp (2nd - 5th grades)
20-22 : Ignite 2021

September 2021
10 - 12 : Carolina Women's Retreat
15-17 : Hephzibah - CAFO2021 Event

October 2021
19 - 20 : Amplify Outreach : Evangelism Leadership Conference
Tickets go on sale for Men's Summit
GENERAL CONFERENCE
MAY 22 - 25, 2022
Paul Mullinax has a portable Miniature Golf course and a Cornhole set that he is offering for churches in the district to use - free. For more details, contact Pastor Paul by calling or texting at: 864 360 7029.
Several of our Hispanic Ministries are looking for good, reliable, used vans. If you have one or know of a good resource, please contact the district office with the information.