I just wanted to express how much Barbara and I are looking forward to seeing each of the 200+ ministers and wives who will be attending the upcoming meeting of the General Conference of Elders. We wish everyone would have been able to join us in person, but we realize many others will join us online.

The GCE weekend is a very special time for us ministers and wives to do the necessary business of balloting on proposed amendments, the proposed Strategic Plan, Operation Plan and Budget. Of course, we will also be balloting for four members of the Council of Elders, as we do each year.

As usual, there will also be a full agenda of interactive presentations and instruction on a variety of topics for all our ministers and wives. The Sabbath is always a very special time to worship together and to fellowship.

We greatly appreciate everyone’s prayers for a very inspiring and productive meeting!

Wishing you all a very meaningful and inspiring Sabbath!