“The Memphis Conference delegation affirms the calling God has placed upon the heart of the Rev. Autura Eason-Williams to offer herself as a candidate for the office of a bishop in The United Methodist Church. Rev. Eason-Williams is a person with a deep commitment to God and bears the fruits of an abiding love of Christ and for those whom Christ loves. This calling to the office of a bishop combined with her passion for Christ and her love of the United Methodist Church are key ingredients for one desiring to serve the greater church through the shepherding ministry of a bishop. As a delegation, we pray God’s blessing upon her and pray for her to experience the peace of God through the entirety of the episcopal selection process.”

“[Rev. Autura Eason-Williams] professional record speaks for itself; therefore, we responded to the Christian record. We are aware of her knowledge of Christ’s teachings because she exhibits an amazing ability to speak to and address ‘all the people.’ A caring, loving soul is what you often see, but she will stand up and fight for those she represents. These are the requirements of the people whom she will serve.”

Endorsed By

• Memphis Conference Delegation
• Memphis Conference Board of Ordained Ministry
• Memphis Conference Black Methodists for Church Renewal
• Dr. M. Douglass Meeks, Cal Turner Chancellor Professor of Theology and Wesleyan Studies Emeritus, Vanderbilt University Divinity School
• Wesley Foundation, University of Memphis (campus ministry) 
• UMC Next Memphis
• Capleville United Methodist Church in Memphis, TN