Jun 6, 2016 | Advocate, Conference Updates
The Daily Advocate is a joint publication of the Advocate and the South Carolina Conference of The United Methodist Church, bringing readers a day-by-day overview of what happens each day at Annual Conference 2016, from worship highlights to legislation. Read the...
May 26, 2016 | Advocate, GC2016
By Jessica Brodie PORTLAND, Ore.—They came together in worship and prayer to decide the business of The United Methodist Church. And at the end of it all, they remained a united United Methodist Church with a new way forward that delegates hope reflects God’s will....
May 19, 2016 | Advocate, GC2016
May 18 began with worship featuring Bishop James Swanson Sr., Mississippi Episcopal Area, who preached on resisting the chaos of evil, which “loves to party” and always seeks to draw others in. Then, in a triumph over the evil of malaria, General Conference launched...
May 19, 2016 | Advocate, GC2016
By Jessica Brodie PORTLAND, Ore.—United Methodists now have a new way forward when it comes to uniting The United Methodist Church on human sexuality and other divisive matters. General Conference voted 428-405 May 18 to approve a proposal by the Council of Bishops,...
May 18, 2016 | Advocate, GC2016
By Jessica Brodie PORTLAND, Ore.—Tuesday at General Conference featured a day of angst, mistrust and protest for some while others stood fast and faithful in a deep desire for a united United Methodist Church that welcomes all and embraces the middle. Amid General...