We join together, as siblings in Christ, mourning the death of Rev. Junius Dotson. Junius leaves a remarkable legacy. He led one of our largest churches in the Great Plains Conference before taking on the role of General Secretary of Discipleship Ministries. He was a...
We commit to resist evil, injustice and oppression in all forms and toward all people and build a church which affirms the full participation of all ages, nations, races, classes, cultures, gender identities, sexual orientations, and abilities. This is one of the four...
On the anniversary of our convening a year ago, the UMCNext Convening Team would like to thank you again for being a part of this important gathering. Much has happened since then, but first and foremost, we want you to know that we are praying for you, your families,...
The National Association of Deaconesses, Home Missioners, and Home Missionaries (an independent membership organization of United Methodist Deaconesses, Home Missioners, and Home Missionaries) met in a called meeting in accordance with its bylaws on February 4th,...
Today an announcement was made about a plan of separation developed in consultation with a professional mediator and representatives of centrists, conservatives and progressives in the denomination, led by bishops both from outside and inside the US. The plan allows...
The Next Generation UMC Plan is sponsored by UMCNext and others. It consists of multiple petitions that have been submitted in accordance with the requirements of the Commission on the General Conference for consideration at the next session of General Conference in...
The Next Generation UMC Plan envisions a continuing and renewed United Methodist Church that: Welcomes everyone into full participation in the life and ministries of the church.Relentlessly focuses on making disciples of Jesus Christ.Equips persons to live as salt and...
