Tag: 2019 General Conference
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.
Michigan delegates prep for 2019
Michigan delegates to the 2019 General Conference gather with others from the North Central Jurisdiction for discussion and building relationships.
African bishops vow to maintain unity
African bishops have reaffirmed their traditionalist view of marriage and their commitment to the unity of The United Methodist Church.
After the General Conference
The top executive for the United Methodist Men reviews some “facts of life” regarding the called session in St. Louis.
Michigan gets ready
Michigan Conference disciples and members of their delegation are now preparing and praying for the Special Session of General Conference to be held in St. Louis, Missouri, February 23-26, 2019.
Preparing for nothing and anything
Bishop Michael J. Coyner wonders if The United Methodist Church is preparing for the aftermath of the two General Conferences.
A joyful journey
Bishop David A. Bard speaks about clay vessels as he announces opportunities to listen and converse, with him and Michigan delegates, around questions and concerns about the 2019 General Conference.
Weighing in on a Way Forward
Nearly 30 briefs confront the Judicial Council as it considers constitutionality of 3 plans for reshaping The United Methodist Church.
GC2019 faces growing number of petitions
More proposals are reaching the Committee on General Conference adding to three plans from the Commission on A Way Forward.
How does 2019 affect a local church?
A member of the Commission on A Way Forward says of the 2019 General Conference, “There’s a lot at stake.”