The Door Is Open

In this episode of Circuit Update, we reflect on Black History Month and highlight the work of the Center for the Black Church. Join us as we celebrate this history, honor the leaders who have paved the way and look ahead to the continued work of raising up strong, faithful leadership across our connection.

In this episode, we share a quick update on the What If Love campaign. The good news is that the movement continues to grow. We invite you to listen to the update and help amplify the message. Follow the campaign, share the stories and join us as we continue to live out faith in action across Oklahoma. Because when love leads, transformation follows.

Rev. Nancy Hamilton invites all who may be interested in answering God's call to ordained ministry to the Candidacy Summit. January 23 & 24, 2026 Registration: https://www.okumc.org/eventdetail/19531323

In this episode we hear from Director of Project Transformation, Marla Lobo, the wonderful impact PT has in the lives of children and their families.

The Communications Team give an update regarding the "What if Love" campaign. They need your help!

Carlos interviews Chanel and Tyler (District Administrators) regarding the charge conference Process

Rev. Jinx Barber reminds us of how the Easter story has the power to bring hope and love back into our lives.

Rev. Nancy Hamilton talks about the importance of answering our calling from God.

Rev. Emily Robnett talks about her calling and the need for more women in ordained ministry.

Do you feel call to be in ministry with people of other cultures, races and/or ethnicities? You want to listen to what Rev. Thomas Hoffman has to say!

Listen to discover what makes us, United Methodists, strong. Rev. Dr. Sam Powers talks about all things United Methodism.

Sharri Hiller, Conference Lay Leader, chats with Carlos about the importance of the laity and their work in order to further God's work in Oklahoma.

What is our responsibility as Christians to improve race relations? Listen to Rev. Valerie Steele's insights.

Carlos has a conversation with Dr. Kim (District Superintendent of the Central District), Rev. Connie Gibson (Assistant to the Bishop and Benefits Officer), and members of the Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity from Langston University.

Carlos has a conversation with Revs. Terry Koehn (District Superintendent of the Northeast District) and Nancy Hamilton (Board of Ordained Ministry).

Carlos chats with many campus ministers across the State of Oklahoma.

Carlos talks with Rev. Sonja Tobey District Superintendent of the Southeast District; Dana Parker Associate Director for Community Engagement and Disaster Response; and Marti Duggan from Ceili Community.

Carlos talks with the newly appointed Bishop of the Oklahoma Annual Conference

Circuit Update First American OIMC Episode by Oklahoma Annual Conference

Carlos have a conversation with Rev. Tish Malloy, Ed Payton, and Rev. Marla Lobo

In this episode we hear from West District DS John Breon. Assoc. Director for New Faith Communities Bessie Hamilton. Teacher and Children's Minister Peyton James.

Carlos interviews Rev. Derrek Belase about the 5 dreams for the OKUMC. Then he chats with Maddy Day about answering God's calling as a lay person.

The opening episode of the Oklahoma Annual Conference's podcast: Circuit Update. In this episode we explain what "Circuit Update" is all about and we Interview Rev. Dr. Joe Harris