Judi Kenaston, Northeastern Jurisdiction, talks with Michelle Hettman, Southeastern Jurisdiction, during the meeting of the Connectional Table held at United Methodist Discipleship Ministries in Nashville, Tenn., April 2. Photo by Kathleen Barry, UM News

About the Connectional Table

The Connectional Table is where unity and purpose converge. Comprising 64 committed individuals from across our worldwide denomintation, our mission is to discern and articulate the church's vision, ensuring faithful stewardship of its mission, ministries, and resources as guided by the General Conference. In close collaboration with the Council of Bishops, we are dedicated to fostering a vibrant, forward-moving church that embodies the spirit of connectionalism in every aspect of our work.

Explore our work, who we are, and ways help shape the church. 

United Methodist women present a traditional dance from northern Mozambique during a meeting of the Standing Committee on Central Conference Matters and Connectional Table. Photo by the Rev. Rodney Steele.

Our Work

The work of the Connectional Table aligns with our vision of a church that remains worldwide and contextual, vital and effective, affirming and inclusive, and connectional.

Members of the Connectional Table engage in discussion during their Spring 2018 meeting. Image courtesy of the Connectional Table.

Connectional Table: Who We Are

Our structure and organization reflect the desire for all voices to be represented around the table and heard in conversations about the mission and ministry of the church.

A show of hands during the board meeting of the Connectional Table held at United Methodist Discipleship Ministries in Nashville, Tenn., April 2. Photo by Kathleen Barry, UM News

Achievements & Milestones

Learn how the Connectional Table's work enhances our worldwide nature while bringing vitality and effectiveness to every level of our global church.

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