We extend our heartfelt gratitude to Melissa Padgett, our first official conference employee, as she concludes her faithful service on the conference staff. Melissa initially served as our Administrative Assistant and later as Data Specialist, helping to establish much of the foundation upon which our conference office continues to grow. As Melissa and her husband, Rev. Samuel Padgett, prepare for their move to Olney, Illinois, for a new appointment and season of life, we offer our blessings and prayers for the transition. Melissa's dedication and work have had a lasting impact on our conference, and she continues to serve. Melissa remains a member of the Sessions Team and the General Conference Delegation as a recently elected lay delegate. If you need to get in touch with her, you can still reach her at melissa.padgett@greatlakesgmc.org . If you have any general questions about the conference, you can continue to reach our office at (463) 202-6032 or email info@greatlakesgmc.org . For those it pertains to, reimbursement requests can be sent to reimbursement@greatlakesgmc.org . More information about upcoming staff transitions and openings will be shared soon.
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