On March 30, 2020, Rio Texas Conference Secretary Mickey McCandless shared the decision to suspend Annual Conference registration in light of the COVID-19 crisis, along with the intention to share a final announcement concerning Annual Conference on May 1, 2020. As of today, Bishop Schnase and the Annual Conference Design Team do not have a final decision to share.  

The commitment to protect the health and safety of the Rio Texas community is simple, but the complexities required to make a final decision cannot be overstated. Bishop Schnase and the Annual Conference Design Team have been in dialogue with United Methodist leaders across the nation. All are working to discern appropriate and creative ways of accomplishing the work of the Annual Conference in accordance with the Book of Discipline, without compromising the health and safety of our communities. 

Bishop Schnase and the Annual Conference Design Team appreciate the patience and understanding shown by the Rio Texas Conference community. A final decision will be announced next week.