Good Day My Sisters,

As we prepare for this year's conference, I want to share the exciting plans we have in store. We're set to have a truly memorable conference and an incredible experience.

2024 Conference details

Our conference kicks off on Thursday, April 25th, with the Executive Board Meeting via Zoom. The main event spans from Friday, April 26, to Saturday, April 27, 2024, concluding with the much-anticipated Annual Margaret W. Goodman Awards Luncheon. 

See your Local Presidents for tickets - $65 p/p.

Agenda

Thursday, April 25, 2024 

EXECUTIVE BOARD 

• Via Zoom at 7:00-8:00 PM – Mrs. Linda Walker, Chair

Friday, April 26, 2024 

Session I – 9:00-2:30 PM 

• 9:15-9:30 Worship & Praise

• 9:30-9:45 Spoken Meditation

• 10:00-12:00 Business

• 12:00-1:30 LUNCH / REFRESH/ Check -in

• 1:30 Worship & Praise

• 1:45-3:15 Education Hour – Dr. Kay Banks, Dean

Husband's Workshop

"Inspiring Joy, Unity and Encouragement"

Bowling Outing

SATURDAY, APRIL 27, 2024 - SESSION II - 9:00AM -4:00PM

• 9:00-9:15 Worship & Praise

• 9:15-9:30 Spoken Meditation

• 10:00-11:00 The President's Hour

• 11:00-11:15 Necrology Service by Rev. Betty Montgomery

• 11:15-11:30 Closing Moments

• 11:30-11:55 BREAK/Hotel check out 

• 12:00-3:30 The Annual Margaret Wise Goodman Awards Banquet: Trailblazers, Humanitarian, Youth Achievement Award & Scholarships

Tickets are $65.00 p/p. Meal choices are roasted chicken, salmon, or filet mignon. Email: brendawilson3@verizon.net 

Theme

"Sisters Inspiring Joy, Unity, and Encouragement,"  

 2 Corinthians 13:11 (NIV): "Sisters rejoice! Strive for full restoration, encourage one another, be of one mind, live in peace. And the God of love and peace will be with you." 

Hotel accommodations

Hotel accommodations at the Hilton Garden Inn Hamilton Hotel, located at 800 US Highway 130, Hamilton NJ 08690. 

The room rates are as follows: 

• Standard King Room $159.00 plus 14.625% tax

• Standard Double w/2 Queen Beds $169.00 plus 14.625% tax

• King Suite w/Living Room Area & Sofa Bed $189.00 plus 14.625% tax

Parking is complimentary for overnight guests. 

Call 609-585-6789 for Group – NJMWMW to make your reservation. Reservations must be booked by Wednesday, March 27, 2024.

Host Locals

• Agape MWMW Fellowship (Mrs. Michelle Y. Clark)

• Shiloh MWMW Alliance (Mrs. Brenda Wilson)

Trail Blazers

Trail Blazers: Sisters, living or transitioned, who labored to fulfill the vision and mission of each local. 

The Trail Blazer Form deadline is April 1, 2024. An attached sheet with brief information about each sister is greatly appreciated. Information may include: a photo, length of service, one notable project, favorite Scripture or song, transitioning date, and position/s held.

Recognition and scholarships

We're also recognizing

• Youth Achievement Award 

• Scholarship Recipients

  • Deadline March 30, 2024

  • For additional information or questions contact Mrs. Carolyn Henderson (firstlady1024@yahoo.com)

Vendors

Vendors will be on site, providing an opportunity for relaxed and enjoyable shopping experiences.

Journal and Boosters

Souvenir Journal Ad and Boosters Deadline: MARCH 15TH 

• Ads: Full Page $125.00, Half-Page $ 75.00, Quarter-Page $ 50.00, Business Card $ 30.00, Patron $ 20.00

• Boosters: $3.00 Per Name, $5.00 Per Mr. & Mrs.

• Attach the camera-ready ad, include the date/time you emailed the ad to mogalbr@aol.com.

Necrology report

Necrology: If you have not done so please forward the Necrology report to Rev. Betty Montgomery at repentantheartbj@yahoo, and myself at annasmithcaps@aol.com. The necrology should include the names of all deceased NJAMWMW members and their husbands from the last year, along with any pictures you may have.

Conference prayer

Let's pray for the success of this conference.

Our host Locals are Agape MWMW Fellowship (Mrs. Michelle Y. Clark) and Shiloh MWMW Alliance (Mrs. Brenda Wilson). They are putting in tremendous effort to make this weekend unforgettable.

I am looking forward to seeing you at the 42nd Annual State Conference. Come prepared to have a blessed time, gain valuable insights, and renew our Sisterly fellowship!

Blessings and love,

Reverend Ana M. Smith

President, NJAMWMW

MP13-Smith