Tag: Judicial Council United Methodist Church
Plan proposals public

Judicial Council docket reveals first details of proposed legislation for resolving differences over ministry with LGBTQ people.
Court OKs other petitions

Petitions “in harmony” with purpose stated in call for special session are acceptable, Judicial Council rules.
Deciding on petitions

The UMC high court hears arguments about how confined the agenda should be for the special General Conference.
Ruling 'redefines marriage' for UMC

Judicial Council’s marriage license decision called, “sweeping in scope.”
Reactions to court ruling mixed

What are people thinking after Judicial Council acts? United Methodist News Service reports.
Let’s be the church
In wake of recent judicial rulings, Bishop David Bard keeps the focus on God’s amazing love.
How we got to where we are

Bishop Ken Carter, a moderator of A Way Forward, offers an overview of United Methodism in 2017.
Clergy qualifications ruling

Boards of ordained ministry must consider sexual orientation of candidates.
Judicial Council faces heavy docket

This month the UMC’s top court will hear arguments concerning the election of Bishop Karen Oliveto.