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VIDEO: WJ Bishops declare Safe Harbor for LGBTQ+ clergy, candidates

by Patrick Scriven | Nov 6, 2019 | FRESH News, News

In powerful testimonials, the active United Methodist bishops of the Western Jurisdiction explain why they have taken the bold step of pledging Safe Harbor for LGBTQ+ United Methodist Clergy and candidates, and for those officiating at same-sex weddings. #UMC4All To...
Former lay leader reflects on the long journey​ toward inclusion​ for the UMC

Former lay leader reflects on the long journey​ toward inclusion​ for the UMC

by Patrick Scriven | Feb 24, 2019 | GC2019, News

As delegates were getting an initial orientation to the rules and procedures of General Conference 2019, a local church nearby was being blessed with a sermon from a United Methodist lay woman with many years of experience as both delegate and observer.  Amory...
The four value cocktails available inside the ‘bar’ at #GC2019

The four value cocktails available inside the ‘bar’ at #GC2019

by Patrick Scriven | Feb 22, 2019 | GC2019, News

One of the most significant challenges delegates face as they debate the merits of the four major plans before them at General Conference is sorting through the overlapping, and sometimes conflicting, values brought to the table. While each plan has a different...

How to hack The United Methodist Church in 11,397 easy steps

by Patrick Scriven | Feb 19, 2019 | GC2019, News | 4 comments

An Interview with the Rev. Jeremy Smith on the eve of General Conference 2019 Renowned pastor and author Brian D. McLaren photographed next to United Methodist pastor and blogger Jeremy Smith at the latter’s church in 2017. Photo by Patrick Scriven for the PNW...

WJ College of Bishops offer Epiphany message of hope

by Patrick Scriven | Jan 4, 2019 | GC2019, News

The Western Jurisdiction’s College of Bishops offers a video reflection on Epiphany and the baptism of Christ which speaks to the Church’s calling to illuminate God’s revelation in Jesus and to live into family as God defines it. As The United...

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