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In an emotional morning, General Conference has eliminated the ban on “self-avowed practicing” gay clergy. Following the vote at break, delegates and observers sang hymns in joy.
#UMCGC
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BREAKING NEWS: Proposal from a diverse group of traditionalists, centrists and progressives maintains the
#UMC
but provides $25 million for traditionalist churches to start new denomination.
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BREAKING NEWS: Irene Elizabeth “Beth” Stroud’s ministerial orders as a an elder were removed in 2004 after a church trial in which she admitted to being in a committed relationship with another woman. The Rev. Stroud is now reinstated as
#UMC
clergy.
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"This is my commandment, that you love one another as I have loved you." — John 15:12
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A source of heated, often painful, division at General Conference for the past 40 years was removed without debate: The denomination’s ban on ordaining “self-avowed practicing homosexuals” has been lifted.
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In the first batch of revised Social Principles approved by General Conference, The United Methodist Church commits to supporting the human rights for all people, regardless of sexual orientation and gender identity.
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General Conference delegates supported a revision of the Social Principles that deletes the phrase “the practice of homosexuality… is incompatible with Christian teaching.” That phrase has been part of church teachings since 1972.
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About 40 percent of United Methodists are from African countries. We at UMNS are so grateful to be part of a multinational denomination. We also thank our African correspondents who help share how United Methodists put faith into action around the world.
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United Methodist clergy joined with other Christians at the Tennessee State Capitol to speak out for gun reform legislation and against the removal of three state representatives and the disenfranchisement of their constituents.
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We in the
#UMC
pray for the firefighters battling the blaze at
#NotreDameCathedral
and all those who hurt to see fire engulf this historic Christian landmark, especially during Holy Week. Also prayers that no one is injured.
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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.
#UMCGC
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Calendar Item
#423
, which was included on Consent Calendar B04, recognizes a significant moment. We just approved Full Communion with The Episcopal Church /
@iamepiscopalian
!
#UMCGC
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Quietly, General Conference is making historic changes to The United Methodist Church’s policies related to LGBTQ people.
#UMCGC
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A source of heated, often painful, division at General Conference for the past 40 years was removed without debate: The denomination’s ban on ordaining “self-avowed practicing homosexuals” has been lifted.
#UMCGC
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While still holding a commitment to Christian unity, the Council of Bishops released a statement clarifying that at this point, The United Methodist Church has no official relationship with the Global Methodist Church.
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BREAKING NEWS: United Methodists ratify amendment to
#UMC
constitution proclaiming women's equality with men. There was a revote because of incorrect wording in what was originally sent to annual conferences.
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We in The United Methodist Church are horrified by this brutality. We pray for all who lost loved ones and share our gratitude to emergency responders. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayers.
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A
#UMC
congregation in Kenya has become the first reconciling congregation in Africa. With the unanimous vote, the church committed to work toward full equality of LGBTQ people.
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Bishop Gregory Palmer asks all
#UMCGC
delegates to join in prayer for those suffering through the war in Gaza. "We pray that you would forgive our warring ways. That you would breathe upon us your peace. And you would mold us in every place, nation, family and community to find
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Last night, Asbury
#UMC
in Washington, D.C., was among the churches vandalized by MAGA demonstrators. "We believe this is a wakeup call for all to be more vigilant and committed to anti-racism and building a beloved community," said the Rev. Ianther Mills.
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The
@umcbishops
released a statement saying the decision by the U.S. Supreme Court to overturn Roe v. Wade has denied the sacred worth of women who face “the tragic conflicts of life with life that may justify abortion.”
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A new “zero tolerance” policy which takes children away from their families is inhumane, faith leaders say. United Methodists are joining effort to stop the policy.
@NJFON
@UMWomen
@umcjustice
@umcbishops
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Fellow United Methodists among those criticizing U.S. attorney general’s use of Bible quote and faulting immigration policy.
@umcjustice
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We in the
#UMC
wish you a joyous
#Pentecost
. May you see the Holy Spirit's presence in your life.
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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.
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No parent would want their child to face the kind of adversity that transgender children face, a United Methodist mother and
@GlendaleUMC
member writes. She describes her family’s journey and how her Christian faith has guided her.
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Irene Elizabeth “Beth” Stroud’s ministerial orders as an elder were removed in 2004 after a trial in which she admitted to being in a committed relationship with another woman. The Rev. Stroud is now reinstated as clergy.
#UMC
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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.
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General Conference delegates deleted the church disaffiliation policy, passed the last of the regionalization petitions and required annual conferences to set a reaffiliation plan for churches that want to return.
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Our "self-avowed, practicing Methonerd,"
@BishopOliveto
,
@MtnSkyUMC
, will preside over this session of our plenary.
#UMCGC
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The Committee on Reference determines all petitions by individuals, churches or conferences no longer United Methodist as of April 22, 2024, are disqualified. Petitions submitted on behalf of ongoing official UMC agencies, boards, conferences & churches remain valid.
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Though we must worship apart, we in the
#UMC
wish you a joyous celebration of Christ's resurrection. He is Risen. He is Risen, indeed!
#HappyEaster
!
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Our prayers for all affected by the coordinated attack in Sri Lanka. Lord, in Your mercy, grant us peace.
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As we mark the 100th anniversary of the end of World War I.... Lord, hear our prayer. "They will beat their swords into iron plows and their spears into pruning tools. Nation will not take up sword against nation; they will no longer learn how to make war." — Isaiah 2:4
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Blessings for
#MemorialDay
. Private Joseph Oklahombi, a member of the Choctaw Nation, is one of the most decorated war heroes from Oklahoma. However, most of his contributions were unknown until after his death.
@GCORR_UMC
@ok_umc
@GBHEM
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Our prayers for the people of California who are still experiencing aftershocks after earthquakes on Thursday and Friday.
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United Methodist bishops condemn President Trump’s “offensive” remarks against immigrants
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"Your 'yes' to God requires your 'no' to all injustice, to all evil, to all lies, to all oppression and violation of the weak and poor, to all ungodliness, and to all mockery of what is holy. Your 'yes' to God requires a 'no' to everything that tries to interfere with your
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The United Methodist studies professor at the Pacific School of Religion has been elected a bishop by The United Methodist Church’s Western Jurisdiction. She is the denomination’s third openly gay and married bishop.
#UMC
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General Conference delegates approved a petition for a formal United Methodist apology for the denomination’s part in the 1893 overthrow of the Hawaiian monarchy.
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Lord, we pray for an end to this senseless violence. Have mercy on all the victims and their families.
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Gay deacon ordained in Desert Southwest
@DSCUMC
. When he received his deacon stole, the Rev. Joshua L. Warner got a standing ovation from the conference.
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The South Central Jurisdiction has elected the Rev. Dee Williamston (141 votes), the Rev. Laura Merrill (99 votes) and the Rev. David Wilson (92 votes) bishop on the first ballot.
#umcelections
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"Christ the Lord is risen today, Alleluia! Earth and heaven in chorus say, Alleluia!" We in the
#UMC
wish a blessed celebration of Christ's
#Resurrection
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#WJUMC
elects the Rev. Karen Oliveto, California-Nevada Conference, first openly gay bishop in
#UMC
. Elected on ballot 17
#UMCElections
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A giant step toward full communion with the Episcopal Church was celebrated during ecumenical day at the United Methodist General Conference.
#UMCGC
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In a commentary,
#UMC
Bishop Richard Wilke — the co-author of the popular Disciple Bible Study — writes about how learning his daughter is gay led him to examine Scriptures about homosexuality more closely.
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The California-Nevada Conference has 6 new LGBTQ clergy among the 13
@cnumc
ordained, commission or licensed this year.
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After a recent U.S. Supreme Court decision, United Methodists see reason to increase their efforts to care for the homeless and build affordable housing on church land.
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After the shooting at former President Donald Trump's rally, we pray for the former president, his family and all who were harmed. We also pray for an end to violence everywhere. Bishop John Schol has released the following call to prayer.
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Please join us in praying for God's peace and comfort for all affected by this horrific violence
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Amarillo, a Texas Panhandle city of 200,000, was on the way to having no United Methodist church. The Rev. Margie McNeir couldn’t abide that, so she became a church planter at age 82.
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"As I entered ministry, I was told not to talk about the fact that I survived domestic abuse. I was told to be silent about that painful part of my past. I was told it would make me look weak. That women in ministry have enough battles to overcome." Bishop LaTrelle Easterling
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The Rev. Grace E. Huck, the second woman to receive full clergy rights in The United Methodist Church, has died at age 102. Read this remembrance of her pioneering ministry via
@DakotasUM
.
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First
#UMC
in
#Charlottesville
provides safe space for anti-racism protesters amid white nationalist rally.
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"We in the
#UMC
wish you a blessed
#TrinitySunday
. As the hymn says, "Holy, holy, holy! merciful and mighty, God in three persons, blessed Trinity!"
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Even as the
#UMC
faces mounting disaffiliations, those who plan to remain United Methodist are collaborating more across jurisdictional lines. Jurisdictional conferences also elected more women and more people of color as bishops.
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We at
#UMNews
wish you a joyous
#Easter
celebration of the
#Resurrection
.
#ChristisRisen
. He is Risen, indeed!
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Wishing you a blessed
#Transfiguration
Sunday! "While he was still speaking, suddenly a bright cloud overshadowed them, and a voice from the cloud said, “'This is my Son, the Beloved; with him I am well pleased; listen to him!'” — Matthew 17:5
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The Rev. Sharma Lewis was elected on the first ballot at Southeastern Jurisdiction
#UMCElections
#SEJUMC16
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We in the
@UMChurch
wish you a happy
#Pentecost
! As Charles Wesley put it: "O for a thousand tongues to sing my great Redeemer’s praise!"
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Our prayers for the safety and release of hostages at Congregation Beth Israel, a synagogue in Colleyville, Texas, a suburb of Fort Worth.
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We in the
#UMC
wish you a blessed
#PalmSunday
, as we begin the journey of marking Christ's Passion.
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We in the
#UMC
wish you a blessed
#TrinitySunday
. 🎵 Holy, holy, holy, Lord God almighty. Early in the morning my song shall rise to thee... 🎵
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Happy Sunday when we celebrate the baptism of our Lord! "When Jesus was baptized, he immediately came up out of the water. Heaven was opened to him, and he saw the Spirit of God coming down like a dove... .” — Matthew 3:16-17
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We wish you a blessed
#Pentecost
. Happy birthday to the Christian church! Come, Holy Spirit, Come.
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