UMC News
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April 27 wrap-up: First revised Social Principles pass, committee work ends
27 April 2024During the morning plenary, delegates approved a statement expanding defense of human rights as part of the first batch of revised Social Principles to come before the body.
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Stop quarreling and start counting your blessings, United Methodists urged
27 April 2024Church members should bring more people to Christ, not remove people from the denomination, said Zimbabwe resident Bishop Eben K. Nhiwatiwa during April 27 morning worship.
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Ukrainian delegate glad to be United Methodist
27 April 2024The Rev. Yulia Starodubets has felt the denomination’s support as she and colleagues do mission work in the midst of war.
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Church broadens defense of human rights
27 April 2024In 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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Worship band singer also is delegate
27 April 2024The Rev. Matt Rawle is a Louisiana Annual Conference delegate at General Conference but also is on stage during morning worship, singing with the band.
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April 26 wrap-up: Bishop urges delegates to follow God’s lead
26 April 2024Delegates enjoyed a rousing worship service before heading into the last weekday of committee meetings.
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Bishop: Follow God’s lead at General Conference
26 April 2024op Sharma Lewis of the Mississippi Conference urged delegates to try to discern God’s plans before they settle on their own as United Methodism moves into uncharted territory.