Download the printable resource by clicking the graphic. The intention of this guide is to provide information and clarifications about the actions taken by the General Conference, to be used by the local church.
The final page includes a resource guide, including links to General Conference information as well as trainings and workshops on how to have difficult conversations.
UM Communications has assembled a summary of the legislative actions taken by the General Conference. Visit the link below or download the summary by clicking the image to the right.
Through a formal and lived partnership, The Western Pennsylvania Conference works closely in mission and ministry alongside The United Methodist Church in Zimbabwe. On April 27, Bishop Eben Nhiwatiwa preached to the General Conference about the connectional nature of our denomination. During his sermon, he mentioned by name the partnership between our conferences and the lives touched by our shared ministry. The video begins with music from delegates from Zimbabwe - you may recognize many familiar faces!
Bishop Tracy Smith Malone, the new president of the United Methodist Council of Bishops, and Bishop Thomas J. Bickerton, immediate past president, reflect on the promising future of The United Methodist Church following the postponed 2020/2024 General Conference. Against the iconic backdrop of the "Cross and Flame," these leaders share their optimism and vision for renewal. Watch the video below and download to show your congregations.
A daily update was published every day of General Conference. To view these recaps, visit the General Conference eNews archive
Find out what happened during the day at General Conference by watching the daily wrap-up video from UM Communications.
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