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General Conference 2016#
Features of GC16
- Inspirational worship and rallies with emphasis on international ministries and church multiplication
- Addressing current issues affecting the Church
- Election of a new General Superintendent
- Outstanding pre-conference events, including engagement with successful inner city ministries
- Strong representation of missionaries and international leaders (Global Partners pre-conference May 30-June 5)
- Registration opens Saturday, June 4 at 12:00 p.m. EST in the first floor lobby of the Buffalo Niagara Convention Center (BNCC) located at: Convention Center Plaza, Buffalo, NY 14202. GPS: 153 Franklin St, Buffalo, NY 14202
- Airport shuttle: Hotel to Airport shuttle options (travel logistics to and from the airport are on your own)
- On-site shuttle schedule: Hotel to BNCC shuttle transportation is available during General Conference. Listed by hotel.
- Food: Map of restaurants near the BNCC
Buffalo Niagara Convention Center
153 Franklin Street, Buffalo, NY 14202
Get directions
Driving Directions:
From North (Tonawanda and Niagara Falls):
Take the 290 (Youngman) to the 190; take Niagara Street Exit #8, turn right (south) on to Niagara Street. Continue on Niagara Street go around the traffic circle in front of City Hall and turn right onto Court Street (approximately the fourth street). Go down one block to Franklin Street and turn left. The Buffalo Niagara Convention Center will be on the right hand side in the middle of the block.
From South (Erie):
Take the 90 East to Exit #53 (190 North); continue on the 190 to the Niagara Street Exit #N8 (Intersection 8). Turn right (south) onto Niagara Street. Continue on Niagara Street, go around the traffic circle in front of City Hall and turn right onto Court Street (approximately the fourth street). Go down one block to Franklin Street and turn left. The Buffalo Niagara Convention Center will be on the right hand side in the middle of the block.
From East (Buffalo Airport and Rochester):
Take the 90 West to Exit #51 West (Route 33 West toward downtown Buffalo). Exit at Goodell Street; go straight on Goodell until the sign directs you to Pearl Street (Pearl Street will veer to the left). The Buffalo Niagara Convention Center loading dock entrance will be on your right three blocks (just past West Huron Street.)
From Peace Bridge:
After getting off of the bridge, continue straight to Porter Avenue; make a left onto Porter. Stay on Porter to Niagara Street; turn right onto Niagara. Continue on Niagara Street, go around the traffic circle in front of City Hall and turn right onto Court Street (approximately the fourth street). Go down one block to Franklin Street and turn left. The Convention Center will be on the right hand side, in the middle of the block.
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These are the memorials that have been considered by the Committee on Memorials for forwarding to General Conference 2016. You can read it, see whether it is recommended, and comment, if you choose.
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The Wesleyan Church North American General Conference will be hosted in Buffalo, New York. To receive updates subscribe to the WesLife newsletter.
Why Buffalo, New York?
Here are just a few reasons we are excited to gather in the Buffalo Niagara area for GC16.
- Buffalo has been identified as one of the top-ten "post-Christian" cities in America, yet there are strong Wesleyan churches there, including two mega-churches.
- Abundant support from Western New York District.
- Beautiful Houghton College, serving the church since 1883, is only a 75-minute scenic drive away.
- The Wesleyan churches and Houghton College conduct several ministries among Buffalo residents below the poverty line, including international refugees. GC16 attendees will be able to hear from people whose lives have been made new in Christ through a variety of kingdom ministries. View GC16 map.
- Our Canadian churches (Central Canada and Atlantic districts) can enjoy greater proximity to the conference.
- It's the 50th anniversary of the last General Conference in New York (Syracuse, 1966).
- Western New York has historic interest for Wesleyans, especially the abolition movement, the "underground railroad," the 2nd Great Awakening Charles Finney revivals, and the National Historical Park celebrating the first women's rights convention (Seneca Falls Wesleyan Chapel).
- VIDEO: Buffalo. For Real. Discover gorgeous landscapes, a world-class art museum and some of America's greatest architecture. Visit Niagara Falls only thirty minutes away.
- VIDEO: Downtown Buffalo is experiencing an inner-city renewal, including a rapidly growing medical research corridor and professional sports facilities.