Issues
Harbinger of Change
Veteran observer Cynthia B. Astle analyzes the overarching forces from the 2012 General Conference that will shape the future of The United Methodist Church.
An Open Letter to United Methodists
The Rev. Andy Langford, a member of the Connectional Table, asserts that the UMC's 13 general boards and agencies are sapping the denominaton's vitality.
- An Open Letter to United Methodists
The UMC's General Conference Wonk-Fest
The Rev. Dalton Rushing replies to the Rev. Andy Langford's assertion that general boards and agencies are what ails the United Methodist Church.
- The UMC's General Conference wonk-fest
Features
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Forked-Tongue Theology
The Rev. William E. Alberts alleges that United Methodist bishops practice a selective reading of the Book of Discipline when it comes to LGBT issues.
May 15, 2012 by Rev. William E. Alberts in Issues (1 Comments)
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From Institution to Experience: A New Great Awakening for the UMC?
Religion historian Diana Butler Bass' latest findings on the state of American religion hold both challenge and hope for The United Methodist Church.
Feb 13, 2012 by Cynthia B. Astle in Call to Action/Connectional Table Restructure