2024 District Conference
We will gather to both encounter our King in His fullness and each other. We look forward to reunion around worship, meaningful conversation, food, and yard games if you’re so inclined! This is a business year, meaning district committees will be reporting and we will be electing a District Superintendent and District Executive Committee (DEXCOM) members.
Deadlines
District Superintendent Nominations: August 15, 2024
Lay Delegate Certificates Submitted: August 15, 2024
Conference Registrations: August 26, 2024
Conference registration includes meals, snacks, and beverages throughout the conference. Breakfast will be on your own.
Good to Know
Required Attendance
Registration Deadline: August 26,2024
Anyone is welcome to attend district conference – it’s open to the broader family! We like to do district conference like it’s a family reunion – good food, sweet treats, yard games, and campfires. You’re welcome to be a part of it!
However, licensed workers in The Alliance Midwest District are required to attend District Conference. If you can not attend, you must contact the district superintendent, Bob Petty, with your reason.
Lodging and Accomodations
We are pleased to welcome several special guests from around the world this year! We are housing them in the District House.
You need to provide your own lodging for the conference. For your convenience, we have secured a block of rooms at a nearby hotel. Please use the link below. If you want to shop around, look in Avon, Brownsburg, or Plainfield, Indiana for nearby hotels or an Airbnb™.
Only a limited selection of sizes will be available for purchase at district conference, so pre-order your apparel with your registration.
Schedule
This schedule is subject to changes
Tuesday, September 17
12:00 p.m. Registration
1:00 p.m. Welcome and Introductions
1:30 p.m. Worship & Prayer – Mary K Petty & 420 Ministries
3:00 p.m. Break
3:30 p.m. Communion & Benevolent Offering – Ben Dally
Worship & Prayer – Mary K Petty & 420 Ministries
5:00 p.m. Multiplication Report – Kurt Sovine
6:00 p.m. Dinner & Fellowship
- Kona Ice Truck in the parking lot
- Games & campfire in the yard
Wednesday, September 18
8:30 a.m. Registration
9:00 a.m. Worship & Prayer – Mary K Petty & 420 Ministries
10:00 a.m. Break
10:30 a.m. Business Session #1 – Eric Simpson (moderator)
- First Reading of Nominations
- Superintendent’s Report – Bob Petty
- Report of Finance and Budget – David Ross
12:00 p.m. Lunch
1:30 p.m. Business Session #2– Eric Simpson (moderator)
- Second Reading of Nominations
- Special Privilege
- President’s Report – Jonathan Schaeffer (Board of Directors)
- Engagement with Alliance Missions – Matt & Rachel Clason
3:30 p.m. Break
4:00 p.m. Business Session #3 – Eric Simpson (moderator)
- General Ministries Report
- Upcoming Events – Ted Harris, Jordan Lang
- Final Reading of Nominations
- Nominations from the floor
- Awards
5:30 p.m. Dinner & Fellowship
7:00 p.m. Dessert & Missions Night
Thursday, September 19
8:30 a.m. Registration
9:00 a.m. Worship & Prayer – Mary K Petty & 420 Ministries
10:00 a.m. Business Session #4
- Report of Tellers and Ushers
- Committee on Credentials
- Special Order of Business – Election (Jonathan Schaeffer)
10:30 a.m. Break
11:00 a.m. Business Session #5
- Election Results
- Prayer over newly elected leaders
- Report of the Committee of Rules
11:30 a.m. Message to the Family – Bob Petty
12:00 p.m. Dismissal
It's a Business Year!!
Below is the information you’ll need for the district superintendent election and appointing lay delegate(s) from your church.
Appointing Lay Delegates
Deadline: August 15, 2024
Since it is an election year, you have the option of appointing and sending lay delegates to district conference. A lay delegate is a non-licensed member of your congregation that will have voting privileges for the elections. These delegates are to be appointed by the local governance authority and approval must be recorded in the governing board official meeting minutes.
- Each accredited church is entitled to send two lay delegates, no matter what your church size is. If you reported your voting membership on the 2023 Annual Report to be:
- 150-250, you can send one more delegate (a total of three).
- 251-350, you can send two more delegates (a total of four).
- 351-450, you can send three more delegates (a total of five).
- Each developing and affiliated church is entitled to send one lay delegate.
If you would like to send lay delegates to district conference this year, please fill out and return the lay delegate certificate to the district office by Thursday, August 15, 2024. Please note that this requires your board meeting prior to this and submitting the appointment(s) in your official board minutes.
District Superintendent Nominations
Deadline: August 15, 2024
May 30, 2024
Dear District Family,
Thank you for your prayer support over the last number of months as we have worked through the search process of selecting a nominee for district superintendent. I would like to thank the Search Committee and the Nominating Committee for their prayerful, thoughtful efforts in this important matter.
It is the decision of the Nominating Committee to place in nomination Rev. Bob Petty for district superintendent of the Midwest District.
Please continue to pray for God’s clear direction in the matter of the upcoming election.
Every official worker or duly appointed District Conference delegate has the opportunity to place additional names in nomination for the position of district superintendent. This can be a time consuming process which includes potential nominees vetted by the vice president for Church Ministries at the National Office. If you would like to nominate someone other than Rev. Bob Petty, this process must be completed by August 15, 2024. For further explanation about that process please see “Instructions for Additional Nominees at the District Conference” below.
Sincerely,
Sonja Walker
Secretary, Nominating Committee
Ready to sign up?
You can register and pay online, or you can download a paper registration and mail it to us with a check.
Optional Items
On the registration form you will find optional apparel you can order. They will be available to pick up when you arrive to District Conference.
Embroidered Fleece Vest
This black vest is constructed from non-pilling and super soft 5.9 oz micro-fleece for all day comfort. The year-round outerwear favorite includes two zippered on-seam pockets to keep your valuables secure.
$35 | Men or Women’s fit
Embroidered Pullover
A favorite from before is back! The gray 100% polyester ¼ zip pullover features moisture-wicking technology to keep you dry and light, odor protection to keep you fresh, while stretch fabric provides a greater range of motion.
$45 | Men’s fit only
Embroidered Cardigan
This is a comfy and convenient layer option for the ladies! This black cocoon cardigan offers a relaxed fit and fine French terry fabric. The integrated pockets make it functional and stylish.
$45 | Women’s fit only
Conference Logo Sweatshirt
Designed with the conference logo, this comfy Gildan sweatshirt will stay in great condition for years with its 50/50 cotton and polyester with no-pill Air Jet Yarn.
$25 | Unisex fit
Conference Logo Hoodie
This comfy Gildan hoodie will stay in great condition for years with its 50/50 cotton and polyester with no-pill Air Jet Yarn. Comes with the classic front pocket.
$30 | Unisex fit
John 14 Sweatshirt
A summary of John 14 on the back is a great encouragement and potential conversation starter. Gildan makes this comfy sweatshirt that will stay in great condition for years with its 50/50 cotton and polyester with no-pill Air Jet Yarn.
$25 | Unisex fit
John 14 Hoodie
A summary of John 14 on the back is a great encouragement and potential conversation starter. This comfy Gildan hoodie will stay in great condition for years with its 50/50 cotton and polyester with no-pill Air Jet Yarn. Comes with the classic front pocket.
$30 | Unisex fit
District Travel Mug - 40 oz.
These 40 oz stainless steel fit in your cupholders and they are dishwasher safe! Keeps drinks cold for up to 11 hours and keeps drinks hot for up to 7 hours. BPA-free. Double-wall vacuum insulation. Screw-on clear straw lid with seal and a twist closure. Reusable straw.
We have a limited supply of these that will only be sold at district conference.
$30
District Travel Mug - 20 oz.
These 20 oz stainless steel fit in your cupholders and come complete with a push-on, slide close lid. Copper-vacuum insulation. Perfect for hot or cold drinks.
We have a limited supply of these that will only be sold at district conference.
$20