25% of United Methodist Church congregations leaving denomination
Debates over gay rights and their place within the United Methodist Church spearheaded schism among thousands of congregations throughout the country.
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Debates over gay rights and their place within the United Methodist Church spearheaded schism among thousands of congregations throughout the country.
1 in 4 UMC congregations have now disaffiliated in the largest US denominational schism since the Civil War. Will African Methodists leave next?
The UMC is majority white, Southern and pastored by men. But among disaffiliated churches, it's even more the case, says research center's analysis.
History indicates the efforts are likely to be less successful in maintaining diverse student bodies.
The United Methodist Church has seen more than 6,000 parishes disaffiliate since 2019, with more departures expected in 2023.