History The language of our mission comes from the United Methodist baptismal vow, and that’s our charge. Simply put, we work to advance justice and inclusion for all LGBTQ people in The United ...

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — The United Methodist Church’s top policymaking ... Church recognizes “the authenticity of each other’s baptism and Eucharist” and “the full interchangeability and ...

But there are only two sacraments recognized by the United Methodist Church — baptism and the Lord's Supper (or Holy Communion).

Bishop Karen Oliveto is retiring in a few months as a United Methodist bishop. Oliveto was emotional saying those words aloud. As the church's first openly gay bishop, her path was not always certain.

The United Methodist Church overturned its 40-year ban on gay clergy Wednesday, marking a historic shift in the church’s stance on homosexuality. The church has long been divided into factions ...

The United Methodist Church on Wednesday voted to lift its ban prohibiting LGBTQ+ members from serving in the church’s clergy—the latest measure in an ongoing effort to revisit the church’s ...

The time capsule was removed because Otterbein has sold the 45,000 square-foot building and is merging with Asbury United Methodist Church ... who had her baptism and wedding at Otterbein.

“I can say that all who wish to unite with God through the sacrament of baptism are welcome in the United Methodist Church.” Mclendon wrote that the reverend’s letter was hurtful and ...