# Western States Annual Conference Expands Across the Globe to Australia

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Podcast: [Across the Globe](https://stenobird.com/podcast/across-the-globe-7722357)
Published: 2026-05-28T04:00:00+00:00
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Western States Annual Conference Expands to Australia Western States Conference expands its global reach as Conference Superintendent Mark Maddox shares his vision for leading a territory that now spans more than 5 million square miles — stretching across the western United States, Fiji, and now Australia. Maddox discusses the challenges and opportunities of guiding a rapidly growing conference while fostering connection, leadership, and mission across diverse cultures and continents. Across the Globe: The Podcast The official podcast of the Global Methodist Church Across 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 mi…

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