About

The mission of South Conference WIM is to define, enhance, support, and expand the presence of women in ministry in the South Conference of the 11th Episcopal District of the African Methodist Episcopal Church.

To recognize and support women in ministry as an integral part of the AME Church.
To raise the consciousness of the AME Church on women’s issues.
To address the issues of sexism in the AME Church.
To address issues of opportunities for women in ministry in the AME Church.
To support women in the pastoral ministry.
To affirm specialized ministries, for example: chaplaincy, writing, teaching, counseling, research, prison, youth, geriatric, singles, street, health care, family/life relations, music, homeless, HIV/AIDS and religious education ministries.
To encourage academic training for the ministry.
To sponsor a Connectional conference at least once during each Quadrennium.
To support and provide assistance and outreach to women in ministry in the Fourteenth through Twentieth Episcopal Districts.
To compile a complete and accurate record of all women in ministry in the AME Church.

Women in Ministry Leadership

Sharon Hobbs
South Conference Coordinator

Sharon Hobbs has an uncanny way of discerning what people are feeling and going through, meeting them where they are and helping them rise above the darkness and struggle that is the human condition.

Working with people of all backgrounds, Sharon is transcultural and transgenerational in her understanding of humanity’s ills.

She is a certified life coach through the Brave Thinking Institute, as well as a retired Army Major and she is presently a Pastor.

Sharon has degrees in Psychology, Religious Studies, Education, and is currently working on a Doctorate in Ministry.

Membership Benefits:

Receiving support though promotion of your church and prayers when you need them
Be a part of a community who will help you with gifts and service as you need
Receive a lapel pin

Yearly dues:

Connection Dues - $30
Episcopal Dues - $30
Contingency Funds - $20
Conference Dues - $25
District Dues - $25
Affiliate Dues - $15

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