May 3 wrap-up: Historic conference comes to a close
On the final day of a General Conference eight years in the making, delegates turned to setting the budget that will fund the ministries of the denomination for the next four years — one that is about 40% lower than the budget passed in 2016.
Delegates keep church court busy at assembly’s end
The United Methodist Church’s top court released five decisions and a memorandum in response to questions raised during the last two days of General Conference.
Church apologizes for sexual misconduct
The apology, part of a resolution passed in the last hour of General Conference, is to be offered in the spirit of offering healing for all affected.
Climate justice legislation fares well overall
General Conference delegates passed much of the legislation supported by United Methodist climate justice activists, but divestment from fossil fuel company stocks proved elusive.
United Methodists remove same-sex wedding ban
General Conference delegates approved four changes to church law that together both end remaining bans related to LGBTQ ministry and protect the rights of pastors to choose which weddings to perform or not to perform.
GC delegates pass budget, reduce US bishops
General Conference delegates passed a general budget with a bottom line that could change depending on how high collections are over the next two years. They also approved the distribution of 32 U.S. bishops.
Panelists look beyond General Conference
After historic decisions reversing The United Methodist Church’s longtime restrictions against LGBTQ members, church leaders see a denomination where everyone can belong, but they also acknowledge the hard work ahead.
‘Get out of God’s way,’ bishop urges
During the final morning worship at General Conference, Council of Bishops President Tracy S. Malone said the work done at General Conference the past 10 days is not as important as what the church will do next.
The Rev. Russ Levenson, retiring from largest Episcopal parish, says ‘lead with love’ in face of divisions
[Episcopal News Service] The Rev. Russ Levenson was packing boxes when Episcopal News Service reached him by phone for an extended interview in mid-April. At that time, he had two […]
Upcoming webinar focuses on migration issues
May 3, 2024
The PC(USA)’s World Mission Office of the Middle East and Europe, in conjunction with several denomination partners, is sponsoring a webinar focused on the challenges faced by forced migration. “People on the Move” is scheduled for Wednesday, May 8 at 11 a.m. Eastern Time.