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Daily Digest - October 17, 2019

Clergyman accused of sexual misconduct; United Methodist works on amphibious rescue vehicle; Annual conference reports

Mission and Ministry

Julius Caesar V. Sicat, regional director of the Philippine Department of Science and Technology, stands by an amphibious rescue vehicle prototype designed to save lives in the event of major flooding. Photo courtesy of Ryan de Lara.

United Methodist works on amphibious rescue vehicle

The new vehicle could speed up rescue and relief efforts since it will move seamlessly from land to water and back again.

Local Church

The Book of Discipline contains the rules that guide The United Methodist Church, including its judicial process. A United Methodist clergyman who is prominent in interfaith work is facing that process after four women accused him of sexual misconduct. Photo by Mike DuBose, UM News.

Clergyman accused of sexual misconduct, abuse

The West Ohio Conference confirmed that the Rev. Donald “Bud” Heckman faces the strong likelihood of a church trial.