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The Rev. Kongolo Clement Chijika, president of the Methodist University of Katanga in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and a delegate to General Conference, died April 12 after a brief bout with cancer.
Madang program equips Korean pastors in cross-racial ministry
CRCC Madang is an enhanced and evolved program called to cultivate a new generation of Korean American United Methodist pastors who serve cross-racial appointments.
Synthèse wa 3 Mai: Mkutano wa kihistoria inaisha
Katika siku ya mwisho ya Conférence Générale, wajumbe waligeukia kuweka budget ambayo ita financer ministères za Kanisa kwa miaka minne ijayo — budget ambayo inapunguzwa kwa environ 40% kutoka ile iliyopitishwa mwaka wa 2016.
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.
Resolution opposes investment in Israeli bonds
General Conference has approved a resolution asking that United Methodist institutions not buy government bonds from Israel and two other nations that have engaged in long-term military occupations.
Conference attendees power through mobility challenges
Mobility access is eased for delegates and guests at the church’s decision-making assembly as various aids enable them to participate fully.
General Conference marks Washington building centennial
The 100th birthday of the iconic United Methodist Building in Washington, D.C., was acknowledged May 1 during General Conference.
Synthèse wa 2 Mai: Wajumbe wanatangaza kwamba homosexualité aina tena 'incompatible”
Baraza kuu la sheria la kanisa lilipiga vote mu 2 Mai kuondoa msimamo wa dénomination unaotangaza homosexualité kuwa "incompatible na mafundisho ya Kikristo" - lugha ambayo imekuwa tangu 1972.
May 2 wrap-up: Delegates declare homosexuality no longer ‘incompatible’
The church’s top legislative body on May 2 voted to remove the denominational stance that declares homosexuality to be “incompatible with Christian teaching” — language that has been in place since 1972.
Marriage decision sparks protest, celebration
General Conference’s revision of the denomination’s position on marriage sparked protests from African delegates and celebration by supporters of same-sex marriage.
Deacons can now preside at sacraments in their appointments
In what presiding Bishop David Graves called a “historic moment,” General Conference on May 2 passed new legislation granting authority to deacons to preside at the sacraments in their ministry settings.
Church court voids change to bishop expenses
The United Methodist Church’s top court released two decisions related to bishops. One struck down a petition that General Conference passed earlier this week.
Get out of silos and break down walls, bishop says
Bishop Ruby-Nell M. Estrella, Manila Episcopal Area, urges top legislative body to continue to move The United Methodist Church forward and transform the world.
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