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delegate training module 49th quadrennial session general conference

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delegate training module 49th quadrennial session general conference

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    1. Delegate Training Module Nashville, TN June 27 – July 4, 2012

    3. Gaylord Opryland Resort and Convention CenterNashville, TN

    4. Innovations “From Earth To Glory” Dr. Clement W. Fugh, General Secretary/CIO

    6. Introduction CLOUDS: The new hub for digital life.

    7. Ministerial Delegate Qualification Itinerant Elders who have traveled at least four (4) years prior to the General Conference. Election - By all itinerant preachers of the Annual Conference – Deacons and Elders - Secret Ballots or Voice Vote where there is contest

    8. Lay Delegate Qualification - Must be an AME for four (4) years/member of local church for 6 months. - 18-30 years olds must stipulate “youth”

    9. Lay Delegate (con’t) Election - Adults elected by members of Church Conference (two week notice) called for that purpose by all members 18 years old or older - Youth delegates elected by youth (18-30 years old) - Adult and Youth delegates to Electoral College receive a “Certificate of Election” signed by Pastor and Presiding Elder.

    10. Lay Delegate (con’t) Electoral College Adult electoral college delegate from host church convenes the Electoral College and presides through election of temporary Chair and temporary Secretary. Once permanent Chair is elected he/she completes the organization by electing a Secretary, Teller and Clerks. Election is by secret ballot. In cases where there is no contest, a voice vote may be held but at least one member of the Annual Conference delegation must be a youth between the ages of 18-30.

    11. Lay Delegate (con’t) Electoral College 3. Elect the same number of Alternates as Delegates 4. The Episcopal District President of the Lay Organization is automatically a member of the General Conference Delegation. 5. Secretary report results to Annual Conference Presiding Bishop

    12. Delegate Responsibility Apprise himself/herself of proposed legislation posted online Be present in designated seats during deliberation Attend District Caucuses Abide by the Rules of the General Conference Participate in Committee Work

    13. Registration Lines at Convention Site - Certificates of Election Online Barcodes

    14. Legislation District/Conference Legislature Task Force - Tutorial on Legislation: What – Title Where – Reference How - Intent Why – Rationale Whole – Text How Much– Budgetary Implications - Electronic Submissions/Templates

    15. Legislation (con’t) Title (What?) Assign a Title/Subject to the matter (What?) presented. The Title/Subject should be concise, yet clear, typically one line.

    16. Legislation (con’t) Reference (Where?) Indicate all sections (Where?) in the current Doctrine and Discipline of the African Methodist Episcopal Church 2008 that are impacted by the proposed legislation. Include Part, Section, Article and page number(s).

    17. Legislation (con’t) Intent (How?) Explain (How?) the proposed legislation will impact the Church. Objectives, Changes, Additions, etc.

    18. Legislation (con’t) Rationale (Why?) (Why?) are these changes / modifications / additions necessary? Please elaborate.

    19. Legislation (con’t) Text The text of the Bill should be printed “double spaced” exactly as it is to appear in the Revised Discipline. Each line should be numbered (1, 2, 3, etc.)

    20. Legislation (con’t) How Much – Budgetary Impact Estimated cost of implementation.

    21. Legislation Template (Text) 1

    22. Legislation (cont) Online Review Revisions Committee Three General Conference Readings/ On Screen Review refreshed daily E. Compilation Committee

    23. Evolution of Reporting A. Episcopal Districts, Departments – Components: Loose Paper; Bound B. Common Template Projected On Screen C. Posted on Official Website: www.ame-church.com D. Downloadable on Personal Devices

    24. 49th Quadrennial Session General Conference Please add Department or Component Logo in top right corner.Please add Department or Component Logo in top right corner.

    25. ADD Highlights Description Here Please feel free to copy and paste additional picture sides.Please feel free to copy and paste additional picture sides.

    26. Stewardship Add Financial Summary Here

    27. Recommendations or Forward Look Add Recommendations or future plans here

    28. Thank You Add Final Thoughts here

    29. Voting Paper Ballots Voting Machines

    30. Voting Hand Held Device

    31. Staying Healthy at General Conference Try to get a good nights sleep. Try to stay calm at all times, reducing your stress level. Persons with Health and Ambulatory challenges should consider renting a scooter or electric wheelchair.

    32. Staying Healthy at General Conference (con’t) Persons needing oxygen should arrange renting before leaving home. Take medication as ordered. Diabetics please take your medication as scheduled. Eat regular meals and keep a snack in pocket or purse.

    33. Thank You

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