UMC Future

Scripture Key to First Draft of WCA Discipline

The Bible is the supreme arbiter of right and wrong when it comes to marriage and every other issue, states a 53-page first draft of a guidebook for a potential new denomination spun out of The United Methodist Church. Read more

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What Came Out of the WJ Fresh United Methodism Summit

Western Jurisdiction leaders brainstormed and mapped out ideas for a new vision of United Methodism at a November summit in California. Read more

African Female Bishop Frankly Lays Out Unity Plan

Bishop Joaquina Nhanala, the first female United Methodist bishop in Africa, speaks frankly about the region's refusal to support breaking up the UMC. Read more

Bishops' Group Backs U.S. Regional Conference

The Central Conference bishops’ endorsement of the Connectional Table's proposal for a U.S. regional conference is a big deal for an idea that previously has faced strong opposition. Read more

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Nkemba Ndjungu on 'Sent in Love,' Part 1

United Methodist missionary, the Rev. Nkemba Ndungu, begins a two-part series examining the proposed UMC "nature of the church" document, "Sent in Love." Read more