About this Event
Leadership that Makes a Difference!
Called to Serve. Equipped to Lead.
First AME Church of Kansas City, Kansas, invites pastors, clergy, church officers, and ministry leaders to the AME Church Officers and Leaders Retreat on December 4–5, 2026. Whether you’re stepping into leadership for the first time or have served for years, come reflect on your calling, learn alongside leaders across generations, and leave with ideas you can put to work in your congregation.
Two days of learning, fellowship, and practical ministry conversation. Friday evening opens the retreat with time to connect with fellow leaders and reflect on what it means to be called to serve. On Saturday, we’ll build on that conversation by exploring how to equip others for ministry, strengthen our teams, and lead with purpose in our churches and communities.
Meet our guest presenter, the Rt. Rev. Gregory G.M. Ingram. Elected and consecrated as the 118th Bishop of the African Methodist Episcopal Church, Bishop Ingram brings experience as a pastor, preacher, author, and theological educator. After retiring from episcopal service, he took on a new assignment teaching leadership at Payne Theological Seminary. His publications include Equipping the Saints for Service and The Joy of Giving More Than Enough, a work on stewardship. Equipping the Saints for Service captures the spirit of this retreat and raises a question worth bringing with you: Who are we preparing to lead alongside us?
Conference Convener and Host Pastor
Rev. Carmi V. Woods
December 4–5, 2026
First AME Church of Kansas City, Kansas
1111 N. 8th Street | Kansas City, KS 66101
Registration is $25 for in-person or online training.
Register today through this form and invite someone from your ministry team to join you.
We will update the ZOOM registration link upon receipt of payment of registration.
Recommended hotel accommodations
- Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Kansas City at The Legends — $110 double or $135 king.
- Courtyard by Marriott Kansas City Shawnee — $111 double or $121 king.
Please confirm rates and availability directly with the hotel when booking.
Event venue & nearby stays
First AME Church, 1111 North 8th Street, Kansas City, United States
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