Tag: 2019 General Conference
View Connectional Conversation video
Bishop David Bard has almost completed his circuit of Connectional Conversation. This video provides an opportunity to hear his opening presentation.
WCA plans next steps
The Wesley Covenant Association’s 2,500 members held their first global legislative assembly on November 2, 2018 and passed four resolutions.
One Church ‘largely constitutional’
A Judicial Council review of possible plans for the future direction of The UMC found One Church Plan largely constitutional.
Court assesses constitutionality
Top court urged during hearing to rule in advance on constitutionality of legislation to come before special 2019 General Conference.
Talking about the future of The UMC
Bishop David Bard invites all Michigan clergy and laity to join him for Connectional Conversations focused on the three plans that could shape the future of The United Methodist Church.
UMs voice questions about future
United Methodists are turning out in force for conference meetings aimed at informing people about the special 2019 General Conference.
Top court plays key role
The fall meeting of the Judicial Council will open with oral hearings on a requested “declaratory decision” on three plans created by the special commission.
Pension staff looks forward
Wespath, the United Methodist pension agency, wants clergy and lay workers to know accrued benefits are safe, no matter what.
GC 2019 decision plan set
The Commission on General Conference has adopted a legislative structure for the special session to take place February 23-26, 2019 in St. Louis, MO.
UM young people support unity again
Delegates of the Global Young People’s Convocation adopted a statement of unity declaring their love of the church.