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Delegates to the thrice-delayed General Conference voted 586 to 164 for an amendment to the UMC constitution that now must be ratified by the various annual (regional) conferences.
Some conservative churches that vote to disaffiliate say the denomination has responded by forcing out their pastors and charging them millions to kee...
Over the past 12 months, United Methodists have marked the passing of a storied NFL coach, the denomination’s first Asian American bishop and a pastor named Bible. Heather Hahn reports for United Methodist News. Heather Hahn reports for UM News.
Before electing three new bishops, delegates gathered for song, dance, prayers and messages about fulfilling God’s holy work.
The United Methodist Council of Bishops is preparing to welcome new episcopal leaders who will be coming aboard as the denomination faces challenges unseen in their lifetimes.