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Texas Methodist Foundation board members elected as Bishops to South Central Jurisdiction (July 2008)
AUSTIN, TX – The Texas Methodist Foundation is pleased to recognize three of its dedicated board members elected to serve as bishop for the South Central Jurisdiction. Bishops W. Earl Bledsoe, James E. “Jim” Dorff , and John Michael Lowry will continue to serve the Texas Methodist Foundation board in an advisory capacity as they take their new offices on Sept. 1.
“The Foundation is richly blessed to have these talented and committed leaders affiliated with our board and our denomination. We have benefited from their creative leadership and know the depth of their experience and dedication to transformational ministry will only serve to strengthen The United Methodist Church,” said Foundation President Tom Locke.
As TMF board chair (2000-2001) during a time of revisioning, Bishop Bledsoe worked diligently to foster the Texas Methodist Foundation’s critical transition from a financial institution to a ministry offering financial services. Bishop Dorff has long been a valued conversation partner to Locke providing counsel and thought-provoking ideas on how TMF can most effectively use its resources to fulfill the needs of United Methodist individuals and congregations throughout Texas. Bishop Lowry has contributed significantly to the evolution of TMF’s Grants Ministry by encouraging a more proactive stance in identifying the needs of United Methodist ministries and exploring ways to address those needs.
“These individuals represent the quality of the clergy and lay leadership serving on our board,” added Locke. “We feel privileged to have them continue working alongside us as we assist churches reaching out in ministry to communities around the state.”