Historic changes unfolded at the postponed 2020 General Conference of The United Methodist Church, held April 23 - May 3 in Charlotte, N.C. Now the important work of interpreting how these new ways of doing and being church together begins.
The following resources and information are shared for you and your congregation to explore what Bishop LaTrelle Easterling is calling, "this brand new day."
Discover Key Outcomes of this Historic General Conference
https://www.resourceumc.org/en/content/general-conference-legislative-recap
Video overview: Experience General Conference and share it with others
https://www.resourceumc.org/en/content/wrap-up-video-general-conference-2020
Talk to your congregation about the mission and ministry of The UMC
https://www.resourceumc.org/en/content/talking-to-your-congregation-about-general-conference-2020
Bright Hope for Tomorrow: Bishops' message after General Conference
https://www.resourceumc.org/en/content/bright-hope-for-tomorrow-bishops-message-after-general-conference
The Baltimore-Washington Conference at General Conference
A 12-member delegation from the BWC, along with many other lay and clergy workers, observers, and ministry leaders shaped the work of the General Conference. Some of their stories are shared in the following links.
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Stories:
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