In Part 8 of its series, the Ask The UMC team tackles more inquiries related to Paragraph 2553, including what happens when the paragraph expires at the end of the year.
The Week of Prayer for Christian Unity is an annual observance held January 18-25 in which all Christians everywhere are encouraged to pray for unity in love and mission.
In Part 7, the team tackles inquiries related to Paragraph 2553; the settlement agreement with Boy Scouts of America for congregations that disaffiliate; and charge conference membership for retired clergy.