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Gil Hanke, top staff executive of United Methodist Men. File photo by Mike DuBose, UMNS

Commentary: After General Conference, people will still need the church

In an open letter to The United Methodist Church, the head of United Methodist Men points out one certainty leading up to the special 2019 General Conference: The church will continue its mission to bring others to Christ.

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The Rev. Maxie Dunnam speaks in 2014 in Atlanta. Dunnam, on behalf of the Renewal and Reform Coalition, submitted some modifications to the Traditional Plan. He and other advocates for current church policies on homosexuality are promoting the modified Traditional Plan. Photo by Steve Beard/Good News Magazine.

Groups push for modified Traditional Plan

Also on the table is a plan to dissolve the denomination. Either plan encourages a parting of ways over differences around homosexuality.

Social Concerns

United Methodists hold up signs about justice after discussions in Luanda, Angola, about proposed revisions to the Social Principles of The United Methodist Church. Photo by Orlando da Cruz, UMNS.

Angolan United Methodists weigh in on Social Principles

Social Principles listening sessions in Angola and other African countries aim to make sure revision incluces global context.

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The Rev. Lloyd T. Nyarota. Photo by Mike DuBose, UMNS.

Commentary: African delegates need information before forming opinions

In a commentary about the choices before the special 2019 General Conference, a Zimbabwean elder urges United Methodists to get all the information before forming an opinion.

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