UMC Future
UMC Future
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The Many Meanings of Connectionalism
Connectionalism has always been an essential part of what it means to be Methodist. Recent divisions in The United Methodist Church have raised a host of questions about the meaning of connectionalism, particularly as some congregations leave. Read more
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These Are the Schools the Global Methodist Church Recommends for Hopeful Clergy
The Global Methodist Church, a breakaway denomination from the United Methodist Church, has announced a list of recommended educational institutions for potential clergy. A UMC-related seminary is on the GMC approved list. Read more
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Judge Dismisses Lawsuit by 36 United Methodist Churches in Western North Carolina
The conference’s motion to dismiss had argued that the First Amendment to the U.S. Constitution prohibits civil courts from becoming entangled in church debates that require an examination of religious doctrine and practice. Read more
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Court Rules on General Conference Questions
The bishops had asked about filling delegate vacancies and whether another General Conference needs to be scheduled after the postponed 2020 General Conference takes place in 2024. Read more
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Eurasia and Estonia Begin Exit from Church
Church law has a multistep process for church regions outside the United States to change their relationship with the denomination. Delegates of the Northern Europe and Eurasia Central Conference voted March 18 to begin the withdrawal process. Read more
