Council of Bishops
General Church
General Conference postponed until 2022
Organizers have postponed the full General Conference, including proposals for a church split, until 2022 when delegates can meet in person. A special one-day, virtual General Conference is planned for May 8.
Bishops
Bishop Skeete, ‘pastor to people,’ dies at 90
As United Methodist bishop, he led conferences in the U.S. Northeast, including carrying out a long-sought merger. He also helped establish Africa University.
General Church
Church sees surge in giving at year's end
While United Methodist collections overcame the worst of the pandemic’s projections, the denomination still faces financial strains.
General Church
Council urges no new US bishops for 4 years
Under financial strain, United Methodist bishops recommend postponement of U.S. episcopal elections and slowdown on adding new bishops in Africa.