Logo for the Fourth Episcopal District of the African Methodist Episcopal Church, featuring a shield with a purple background, a cross, a crown, and a banner with district information.

143rd Session of the Chicago Annual Conference

September 24th-28th 2025
Bishop Frederick A. Wright Sr.
Supervisor Jennifer D. Wright

Host District

Map of Minnesota with a blue background and a gold cross, an anvil, and a gold ribbon with the text "African Methodist Episcopal Church." Overlaid text includes "Soul Stirrings" in purple, "St. Paul Minneapolis" in green, and "District" in black.
Modern red brick church with tall bell tower, surrounded by trees and a well-maintained lawn under a partly cloudy sky.

The Soul Stirring St. Paul/Minneapolis District welcomes you to the 143rd session of the Chicago Annual Conference!

Stacey L. Smith
Presiding Elder

Host Site

The Cathedral of Grace
St. John AME Aurora, IL

Bringing the land of 10,000 Lakes to Aurora IL! We hope to curate a healing and hospitable space as we gather again to “Think Possible!”

Conference Details

  • Hotel Accomodations

    Marriott Chicago Naperville 1801 N. Naper Boulevard | Naperville, IL 60563

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  • Conference Agenda

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  • Chicago Conference Choir

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  • Conference Lunch Tickets

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  • Virtual Ad Book

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  • Campus Map (Coming Soon)

    virtual map of the Cathedral of Grace St. John AMEC

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  • Chicago Conference Giving Options

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  • Worship Guide

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