We hope for a gathering of folks committed to staying in the United Methodist Church and cultivating an organized community of leaders who are creative, empowered, and committed to holding as many diverse voices as possible in the UMC. Young clergy (under 40) from around the country who are passionate about helping shape the future of the United Methodist church will work together on both values and practicalities of Methodism in the future. Prior to the Large Church event, there will be a gathering of UMC Young Clergy. We’d like you to be here to help shape that future.Įach pastor of a large church is invited to bring two key staff members and two laity of influence – a total of five people from each congregation. We believe large United Methodist churches have both the potential and responsibility to be a resource for other churches within our Annual Conferences and to have a significant positive impact on the future of our denomination. We want you to help shape that vision – looking at what you think needs to change and what you want to ensure remains the same in the United Methodist Church. Dreaming together about the future of the United Methodist Church, seeking to offer an inspiring vision for the denomination.Discussing compelling reasons for remaining United Methodist and together shaping a case for the United Methodist Church.Hearing about possible General Conference 2022 outcomes and discussing with other large church pastors and staff how we’ll lead our congregations through the ensuing conversations and decisions.who either know they will remain in the UMC after General Conference 2022 OR are undecided but open to remaining United Methodist. Join leaders from large United Methodist churches from across the U.S. Event Details The Large Church and the Future of the UMC
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