General Conference 2012
General Conference 2012
April 24 - May 4, 2012
Tampa Convention Center in Tampa, Florida
The 2012 General Conference will be made up of 988 delegates from around the world. General Conference meets every four years and is the only entity that speaks for The United Methodist Church. During the 10 days meeting, delegates will set policy and direction from the church and handle other business.

Delegates sit around round tables on the plenary floor to encourage...

Rev. Mark Parris speaks to a motion during a plenary discussion.

Delgates use the Daily Christian Advocate (DCA) to keep track of all the...

Gloria Holt was elected secretary of her assigned legislative committee....

Delegates use electronic handsets to vote on most items.

Bishop William Willimon was among the retiring Bishops who were recognized...

The North Alabama delegation is sitting on the three closest tables in...

However, this General Conference, the North Alabama Delegation is one of...

Reserve delegates observe the proceedings.

The 2012 General Conference is made up of 988 delegates from around the...

On Tuesday, May 1, North Alabama United Methodists at General Conference...

Reserve delegates sit in anytime a delegate leaves the floor so that the...