Greetings to all the Bishops, District Elders, Pastors, Directors, and beloved members of the Atlantic Regional Conference (ARC)!

Grace and peace be unto you from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ.

I greet you in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ and thank you for your faithful service and commitment to the work of the Kingdom. As we begin a new year, I come to you not just as your Bishop, but also as a fellow laborer with you in the gospel.

As we gather for this R.E.D. Conference, let us be like the sons of Issachar, who understood the times, with knowledge of what Israel should do (1 Chronicles 12:32). I share with you our theme for this meeting: “Expanding Spiritual Capacity and Reach: Walking Worthy of the Vocation Wherewith Ye are Called” (Ephesians 4:1).

The Lord is expanding our spiritual capacity, stretching us beyond our comfort zones, and preparing us to reach further into our communities and beyond. Walking worthy is not about perfection, but about alignment. We must be sure that our audio and video are aligned with the gospel that we preach. We cannot pour from an empty vessel. Therefore, let us be sure we have the spiritual capacity within before we reach out. Let us examine ourselves. I believe that as our personal spiritual capacity grows, our external reach will follow.

With joy and excitement, I invite you to join us at our upcoming R.E.D. Conference,
January 15–17, 2026, for fellowship, worship, and the stretching of our faith, that we might walk worthy of our calling.

Let us make this meeting more than just another conference. Let it be a time to seek God’s direction, celebrate our victories and growth, and envision new pathways to expand our spiritual capacity and reach in our ministries. Your voice, your presence, and your prayers are desired.

In His Service,
Bishop Vernon L. Spinks
Council Bishop