Tag: GC2019
Praying in tongues and staying calm
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February 23rd, the day before the official opening of the 2019 General Conference was dedicated to praying a way forward, a spiritual initiative that began months ago.
A pastoral letter from NCJ bishops
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Bishop David A. Bard, President of the North Central College of Bishops, shares a pastoral letter regarding the special called session of the General Conference in St. Louis, February 23-26.
3 realities facing GC2019
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As GC2019 approaches, one church consultant reminds The United Methodist Church that families’ love for one another helps transcend disagreements.
GC2019 and Methodist History
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The history of The United Methodist Church and its predecessor denominations offers some insights on what the future might hold.