Behind the Scenes: Rhonda Bourgeois and the Systems That Built the GMC

Rhonda Bourgeois may prefer serving behind the scenes, but her impact on the Global Methodist Church reaches around the world. In this episode of Across the Globe, Rhonda joins Mike Schafer to share how God used her professional experience, faithfulness, and willingness to serve to help build many of the systems supporting the GMC.From clergy applications and the Atlas database to delegate management, petitions, registration, volunteers, travel, and the Convening General Conference, Rhonda’s work has helped bring structure to a rapidly growing global movement. She also reflects on learning to release control, recognizing God’s hand in the process, and creating opportunities for people with less traditional gifts to find meaningful places of service.Across the Globe: The PodcastThe official podcast of the Global Methodist ChurchAcross the Globe: The Podcast is the official podcast of the Global Methodist Church — sharing news, updates, and inspirational stories from across our worldwide connection.Each episode brings you closer to what God is doing through the Global Methodist Church — from new churches and baptisms to missions mobilization, leadership development, and powerful testimonies of lives being transformed. Whether you are clergy, laity, a ministry leader, or simply exploring the Global Methodist Church, this podcast is designed to keep you informed, encouraged, and connected.Our Vision:To strengthen connection and cultivate unity by sharing stories, leadership insights, and global updates that reflect the life and mission of the Global Methodist Church.Our Mission:To inform, inspire, and equip listeners by highlighting how the Global Methodist Church exists to make disciples of Jesus Christ and spread scriptural holiness across the globe.What You’ll Hear:• Updates from bishops and connectional leaders• General Conference news and denominational developments• Stories from Annual Conferences across Africa, Europe, North America, and beyond• Church planting and missions highlights• Leadership conversations and ministry insights• Testimonies of transformation, renewal, and revivalStay connected. Stay encouraged. Stay informed.Learn more about the Global Methodist Church at:www.globalmethodist.orgSubscribe to Across the Globe: The Podcast on your favorite platform and join us as we witness boldly, love extravagantly, and worship passionately — together.