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2 days ago · When General Conference opened April 23, the lawmaking body of more than 750 United Methodists from around the globe had 1,099 petitions to consider. By the assembly’s closing worship on May 3, the delegates had voted to support more than 500 pieces of legislation — setting a new course for The United Methodist Church. Some legislation took ...
2 days ago · Citing actions taken by the recent General Conference, the Côte d’Ivoire Conference has voted to leave The United Methodist Church. But the conference has not left yet and is still working on next steps.
Jun 6, 2024 · The primary measure, voted on as the UMC General Conference met at the Charlotte Convention Center in North Carolina, was an amendment to the church’s constitution to divide the denomination into four equal regions — Africa, Europe, the Philippines, and the United States.
Jun 6, 2024 · The Côte d'Ivoire Conference, based in West Africa, voted last month to leave the UMC over the denomination removing rules that prohibited the blessing of same-sex unions and the ordination of people in same-sex relationships from its Book of Discipline.
Jun 6, 2024 · What General Conference legislation requires a vote from annual conferences? Any changes to paragraphs 1 to 61 in the Book of Discipline require votes from annual conferences. These paragraphs are The United Methodist Church’s constitution, changes to which must be ratified by voting members of every annual conference around the world.
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Jun 16, 2024 · Austin pastor Tracey Beadle followed the United Methodist votes on sexuality closely; after recent votes, she celebrates with 98-year-old congregant.
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Jun 13, 2024 · The General Conference of The United Methodist Church is a key decision-making body that plays a crucial role in shaping the church's doctrine, policies, and social principles. Think of it as the highest legislative body, akin to a parliament or congress, where representatives from United Methodist congregations around the world gather every ...
