Conversations

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Explore these fascinating conversations that were part of the Emerging Methodism video series, hosted by Connectional Table. 

God & Science

The Rev. Adam Hamilton and Elizabeth Crosby, a college student and member of StayUMC Alabama, discuss God and science, United Methodist values, how the church can navigate through dissent and disagreement, leadership, and how to sustain vital, objective and relevant ministry.

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What is essential about UM women's ministry work?

Harriett Jane Olson gives an introduction to United Methodist Women (now United Women in Faith) and the mission work they do throughout the world.

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Why should UMC structure be regionalized?

Rev. Ole Birch, a member of The Connectional Table and a local pastor in Copenhagen, Denmark, talks about the challenges of ministry during a pandemic; regionalizing and contextualizing decisions; priorities guiding the church in the future; leadership qualities; and the amazing gospel choirs in Denmark.

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Relationships in mission

Molly McEntire of the Florida Annual Conference discusses how focusing on relationships in mission alters the power dynamic and honors the voices and contributions of those often viewed as recipients. By doing so, those with whom we are in mission become mutual partners.

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The Mark of a Contemporary United Methodist Church

Bishop Cynthia Fierro Harvey discusses the mark of the contemporary United Methodist Church.

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The essentials of ministry for a global church

Bishop Christian Alsted, Resident Bishop of the Nordic and Baltic Episcopal area of the Northern Europe and Eurasia Central Conference, discusses the essentials of ministry for a global church.

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The key definers of United Methodists

Bishop Gregory Palmer of the West Ohio Annual Conference discuss the key definers of United Methodists. According to Bishop Palmer, United Methodists have been shaped by a belief in grace for all, the power of our connection.

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Student ministries' perspective

Conversations with Derrick Scott, Executive Director of the Campus to City Wesley Foundation, a United Methodist multi-campus ministry in Jacksonville and St. Augustine, Florida and surrounding areas.

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Ministry in the Philippines

The Rev. Cristine Carnate-Atrero, a District Superintendent of the West Middle Philippines Annual Conference, talks about her ministry in the Philippines, including her work with indigenous people and young people.

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Congregations in communities

The Rev. Rudy Rasmus, senior pastor of St. John’s Church in Downtown in Houston, learn about how the church provides food and necessities for thousands of families affected by COVID-19, and how Beyoncè, who grew up in the church, has been an important partner.

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General Conference conversations

Bishop Thomas J. Bickerton of the New York Annual Conference discusses General Conference issues.

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