Bishop Jerry Kulah

The Global Episcopacy Committee of the Global Methodist Church is pleased to welcome the assignment of Jerry Kulah as Bishop of the Great Lakes Annual Conference, effective November 1, 2026.

Rev. Dr. Scott Pattison

Conference Superintendent

Conference Superintendent Pattison was appointed by Bishop Mark J. Webb in consultation with the Leadership Council, Committee on Superintendency, and the Cabinet of the Great Lakes Conference, effective January 1, 2025.

Connectional Council

The Connectional Council serves as the strategic heart of our conference, bringing together clergy and lay leaders to coordinate and strengthen our shared ministry. This diverse group of dedicated leaders meets monthly to ensure our various ministry areas work together effectively and align with our conference's mission, values, and strategic plan.

Working year-round, the Connectional Council oversees our conference's strategic direction, manages our resources wisely, and helps coordinate the work of our various ministry boards, teams, and committees. They are responsible for important tasks like strategic planning, budget oversight, and ensuring our conference policies align with our mission and values. Think of them as a dedicated team of navigators, helping to chart our course and keep our various ministries moving forward together in service to Christ.

Annual Conference Secretary - Jill Davis

At Large -   Rev. Chris Ritter

At Large - Rev. Rob Seewald

At Large - Rev. Eric Mulanda

Chair/Conference Superintendent - Rev. Scott Pattison

Conference Lay Leader - Karen Zimmerman

Board of Ministry Chair - Rev. Shane Frederick

Committee on Superintendency Chair - Rev. Jennifer Wilson

Dean of the Cabinet - Rev. Stan Pegram

Director of Equipping - Rev. Kara Bussabarger

Director of Operations/Treasurer - Rev. Tyler Best

Discipleship Team Lead - Rev. Art Collins

Finance and Administration Chair - Rev. Don Wolfgang

Missions Team Co-Leads - David and Darlene Schaffer

Multiplication & Church Planting Team Co-Lead - Rev. Dr. Margie Bryce

Multiplication & Church Planting Team Co-Lead - Rev. R.C. Muhlbaier

NextGen Team Lead - Rev. Riley Metzger

Nominations Vice Chair - Rev. Beth Ann Cook

Prayer and Intercession Team Lead - Karen Leonard

Senior Status Connector - Rev. Bob Phillips

Sessions Team Lead - TBD

Events Manager - Rev. Ben Beeks

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