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Post by John Beyers via Facebook. [Photo] “The Global Methodist Church Connectional Council
I am greatly honored to be among this group of exceptional global servants of Jesus Christ, including laity, clergy, bishops, and gifted General Church staff members, from Bulgaria, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Nigeria, the Philippines, and the United States. We are charged by General Conference to steward, guide, and advance the mission and ministry of the Global Methodist movement between sessions of General Conference.” (Added 5-10-2025)
“Why Do We Ordain?” by Hunter Bethea. “As I begin to write this, I am preparing to be ordained as an elder in the Global Methodist Church in about 36 hours. The longer I’ve pastored, the more I’ve realized that people—myself included—often don’t know the “why” behind many of the things we do as Methodists. I’ve found that answering the “why” question brings more clarity, meaning, and interest in our faith.” (Added 5-10-2025)
Post by Bishop Leah Hidde Gregory via Facebook. “Day 2 of the Northeast Annual Conference. Bishop Lowry taught the morning Bible Study… made me cry, we elected a full delegation in less than an hour for General Conference, healing service (made me cry), I taught on Scriptural Holiness with more than 200 people in attendance for the breakout, closing prayer service and the Holy Spirit showed up (made me cry).” See also here. (Added 5-10-2025)
Post by Ken Ken via Facebook. “Please listen to this very powerful and evangelistic message/presentation by Rev. Dr. Jerry P. Kulah at the Global Methodist Church “Beyond The Walls” Gathering in the US. Topic: THE POWER OF THE HOLY SPIRIT!!” (Added 5-10-2025)
“Faithful Leadership in a Shifting Culture | Ep. 54” by ILI via History Maker Podcast. “What happens when Christian leaders embrace both the stability of institutional wisdom and the vitality of Spirit-led movement? In this powerful episode of The History Makers Leadership Podcast, Ryan Barnett joins ILI’s Daniel Drewski for a transformative conversation on reclaiming the church’s original mission in today’s rapidly changing world.” (Added 5-9-2025)
“Your Church Can Multiply” by Steve Cordle via GMC. The GMC needs to plant 3,500 churches over the next ten years. (Added 5-9-2025)
Post by John Beyers via Facebook. “I am so very happy to be welcoming the first in-person gathering of the Global Methodist Church Connectional Council to Atlanta with laity, clergy, and bishops traveling from Bulgaria, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Nigeria, the Philippines, and the United States…” (Added 5-8-2025)
Post by Bishop Carolyn Moore via Facebook. “Day one of Western States Annual Conference: we had some CHURCH in this gambling hall, y’all! We are learning together what it means to rebuild our altars and offer Spirit-enlivened worship to the God of our salvation.” (Added 5-8-2025)
“Beyond the Salvation Wars with Matthew Bates” by Andy Miller via More to the Story Podcast (YouTube). Miller interviews a scholar who has stirred controversy by contending that “faith” should be understood as “allegiance” to Jesus, and that this understand moves the church beyond Protestant/Catholic disagreement on salvation. (Added 5-8-2025)
“The Central Conference of Nigeria – A Conversation with Alexander Sabo” by Jeffrey Rickman via Plainspoken (YouTube). “In this conversation, Rev. Sabo takes time to explain to me the particular challenges in his conference, where United Methodists are actually a bigger threat to the brethren than Muslims. Take some time to learn about ministry here, how you can support Rev. Sabo and his fellow workers in faith, and how to pray for that tense context. Thanks be to God who has been so faithful in supporting them! May we likewise be faithful in prayer.” (Added 5-7-2025)
“A New Thing In North Georgia!! Global Methodist Voices Podcast – Andy Postell” via YouTube. A new podcast from North Georgia. (Added 5-7-2025)
Post by Mike Morgan via Facebook. [“Same”: Part 1] “It is true that our denomination has grown significantly in these first three years and it is also true that the root of this is we have primarily added congregations, not created or experienced an explosion of new to Christ disciples in the past 3 years. My encouragement, even to those who have magnificently deep and wide ministries is to gaze deeply into the soul of your church and ask, “Are we spending ourselves in growing new disciples?” (Added 5-6-2025)
“Seven Ideas for Keeping Your Church Momentum Strong this Summer” by Tim Price via Christian Life & Leadership Podcast. Tim Price is a GMC leader that provides great practical ministry tools. Related Blog Post. (Added 5-6-2025)
“Journeys of Paul Cruise with Guest Speaker Rev. Keith Boyette | Sept. 11, 2026” via Educational Opportunities. “Join Guest Speaker Rev. Keith Boyette for 10 Nights Journeys of Paul Cruise aboard Celebrity Equinox starting at $4,598* from New York on September 11, 2026. You will see Valletta, Athens, Ephesus, Santorini, Mykonos, Olympia, Rome, and much more!” (Added 5-6-2025)
Post by Edson Kaumba via Facebook. Sharing Bishop Kimba’s speech at the convening annual conference in Zambia. (Added 5-6-2025)
“Proposed International Missions Partnerships” via South Carolina Conference. South Carolina proposes partnerships with Oasis and Peru. (Added 5-6-2025)
“The Creed We Still Need [Firebrand Big Read]” by Jerome Van Kuiken via Firebrand Magazine. The Professor of Christian Thought at Oklahoman Wesleyan University reflects on the Nicene Creed at its 1700th anniversary. (Added 5-6-2025)
“A Dynamic Faith: The Story of Early Methodism, Part III” by Ryan Danker via Firebrand Magazine. Final installment of a summary of Methodist history. (Added 5-6-2025)
Post by Bishop Mark Webb via Facebook. [Photos] “I was privileged to spend the last few days in Croatia with our brothers and sisters of the Evangelical Global Methodist Church of Crotia This is a church plant in Zagreb and represents the only Methodist presence in the country of Croatia. They are a part of the Slovakian Annual Conference.” (Added 5-6-2025)
“Introducing the New President of Asbury Theological Seminary: Dr. David Watson” by ATS via Vimeo. Bill Arnold and Jessica LaGrone interview with David Watson for the ATS Community. (Added 5-5-2025)
“My First Sermon at Asbury Theological Seminary” by David Watson via Substack. A video link to Watson’s Estes Chapel message. (Added 5-5-2025)
“Theological Quibbles” by Art Collins. “This is not to say that the Articles of Religion and Confession of Faith couldn’t stand some updating; I’m just leery of trying. But if we say we’re going to make the effort, then I might as well put my opinions out there. So this is my review of some of the more problematic articles. Yeah, I have some quibbles with what we’ve been bequeathed.” See also “Wesleyan Opinions.” (Added 5-2-2025)
Post by Bishop Carolyn Moore via Facebook. Photos from the Beyond These Walls event at The Woodlands. (Added 5-2-2025)
“Scriptural Holiness: A set apart people” by David F. Watson via Good News Magazine. “Scriptural holiness is the work of God we receive through faith to make us a new creation, freeing us from the power of sin to live as a set-apart people. When God makes us new, we will think, speak, and act differently from the world around us in important ways.” (Added 5-2-2025)
Post by Anthony McPhail via Facebook. “Now that the announcement is official for General Conference 2026 in Johannesburg, South Africa, I can finally share my whereabouts from early January! At the beginning of this year, I got to visit Africa for the first time (continent number 5!) to scout out sites for this conference. It was one of the most incredible experiences, and it is a humbling honor to be a part of this work. Sandton is a beautiful and safe area of Jo’burg, and it is going to make an incredible site for a historic conference next year. There is still a lot of work to be done, but today I am grateful to have the announcement out into the world and to share a few pictures from my journey.” (Added 4-30-2025)
“Global Methodist Church Announces 2026 General Conference in Johannesburg, South Africa” via GMC. “The Commission on the General Conference of the Global Methodist Church is honored to announce that the 2026 General Conference will be held in Johannesburg, South Africa, from August 30 through September 5, 2026. The gathering will take place at the prestigious Sandton Convention Centre, located in the heart of the city’s vibrant and well-connected financial district.” (Added 4-30-2025)
Post by Bishop Scott Jones via Facebook. “I regretfully and reluctantly have come to the conclusion that the United Methodist Church in Nigeria is using violence as an intentional strategy. My wife and I were present and nearly caught up in one violent act. Since then, there have been too many incidents where UMC people have brought machetes and guns to a property currently controlled by the Global Methodist Church. People have died and been injured. Property has been stolen and homes set on fire…” (Added 4-30-2025)
“Pete Bellini” by Bishop Carolyn Moore via Art of Holiness. April 28 interview: “Rev. Dr. Pete Bellini (“Petey”) is brilliant and faithful and deeply spiritual and that’s what makes conversation with him so good. He is an interdisiplinary academic, which a gift to the rest of us. It means he can connect the dots between the seen and the unseen, and he does so in the most accessible way. In his latest book, he writes about the intersection between neuroscience, emotional health and spirituality.” (Added 4-30-2025)
Post by Odell Horne via Facebook. “Regionalization does not get rid of the Jurisdictional Conference system that was established during segregation, and was weaponized by liberals and progressives against evangelicals who disaffiliated. Now that the evangelicals are gone, liberals and progressives are silent on Jurisdictional Conference.” (Added 4-30-2025)
“A Methodist Systematic Theology – A Conversation with John Oswalt” by Jeffrey Rickman via Plainspoken (YouTube). “Rev. Dr. John Oswalt, a recent transfer to the Global Methodist Church and a great contributor to the field of Hebrew biblical interpretation, headed up the venture of a five-volume systematic theology for the average nonacademic clergy and laity. It is the first systematic theology to feature Global Methodist scholarship.” (Added 4-30-2025)
“Dr. Ryan Danker and Dr. David Watson in Conversation: New Leadership at Asbury Theological Seminary” via John Wesley Institute (YouTube). “Dr. Ryan Danker sits down with Dr. David Watson, recently appointed as the next president of Asbury Theological Seminary, to discuss his vision for the seminary and for theological education.” (Added 4-29-2025)
“The Particular Challenges of Wesleyan Class Meetings – A Conversation with Charles Bartlett” by Jeffrey Rickman via Plainspoken (YouTube). “This is just a conversation with a guy I met on the internet about the intersection of the Anglican tradition with Methodism in the US. He is one of the few people who has actually participated in a Wesleyan class meeting that pretty closely resembled how it was actually done. He has a lot of personal experience with the Book of Common Prayer (1928 version) and the daily disciplines that once marked Anglican Methodists.” (Added 4-29-2025)
“A Dynamic Faith: The Story of Early Methodism, Part II” by Ryan Danker via Firebrand Magazine. “In many ways, Wesley was not an innovator, but an amalgamator. He brought together ideas and practices from numerous quarters to address the needs of the people under his care. What the early Methodists often did was to add additional levels of care within their communities, sometimes with even greater relational intentionality (i.e. they knew one another very well in their bands), adding to the social net that was in place and expanding its impact.” (Added 4-29-2025)
“Escaping Gravity: Bishops as Servants of Christ and His Church” by Bishop Jeff Greenway via Firebrand Magazine. “Our convening General Conference provided the thrust needed for many of us to break free, but here we are—six months later—and I wonder: have we escaped the gravitational pull of our past? I ask this because, even though the General Conference dramatically redefined the episcopacy, I find we often face the gravitational pull of the way bishops have operated in the past.” (Added 4-29-2025)
Post by Bishop Carolyn Moore (Facebook). “Friends, I can’t wait to share [Wesleyan Holiness Women’s Connection] with Global Methodist women pastors, so we too may experience the encouragement and spiritual care I’ve found in this group. Now that we have the joy of being invited into this fellowship, I urge you to join me at this event. Go ahead … register now, and let’s gather Global Methodist women clergy for a time of deep encouragement and spiritual care.” (Added 4-29-2025)
“No, Paula White doesn’t represent me.” by David Watson. From April 15: Correcting David French’s mis-categorization of Evangelicals, Prosperity Preachers, and Charismatics. (Added 4-28-2025)
Post via GMC Liberia (Facebook). Pictures from a leadership training event organized by the Transitional Leadership group. (Added 4-28-2025)
“Shoreline: April 25, 2025” via Great Lakes Conference. Roundup of news from the conference covering Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, and Wisconsin. (Added 4-28-2025)
“2025 Northeast Annual Conference Landing Page” via Northeast GMC Conference. “Fanning the Flame” May 8-10, 2025 – Grace Christian Fellowship , Cortland, NY (Added 4-25-2025)
“GMC: Hunter Bethea” via City Lights Podcast. “Today’s episode is with Hunter Bethea: follower of Jesus, husband to Haley, dad to Edith, and pastor to Mulder Church. He love sports, nature, deep theological (but practical) conversations, and writing. Today, we focus on Holiness, Leadership, and Young Clergy leading the way. You can find more about Hunter and his Church, Mulder Methodist in Wetumpka, Al.” (Added 4-25-2025)
“Lessons in Scriptural Holiness | Chapter 8: Reflecting Christ In the World” via GMC (YouTube). Final teaching session on Scriptural Holiness by the Assembly of Bishops. (Added 4-25-2025)
“Reflections on Teaching and Learning at Asbury” by Kevin Watson. How the Holy Spirit has moved in seminary settings. (Added 4-25-2025)
“Doctrinal Standards: The Articles of Religion and the Confession of Faith” by David Watson via GMC. Principles for New Methodist Doctrinal Standard Combining the Articles of Religion and Confession of Faith. (Added 4-24-2025)
“Across the Globe Newsletter | April 2025” by GMC. Candidacy Guidebook, A second approved campus ministry, May is Kingdom Advancement Month, Reflections on the 2:42 Conference, a Call to Prayer by the Assembly of Bishops. (Added 4-24-2025)
“Jerusalem, Judea, and the Ends of the Earth with Jim Ramsay” by Andy Miller via More to the Story Podcast. A conversation with the President of TMS Global. (Added 4-24-2025)
“2:42 Conference Session Recordings” via GMC YouTube Playlist. Recorded sessions from the April 7-9, 2025 Young Leaders event in Reynoldsburg, Ohio. (Added 4-23-2025)
“Timeline for the 2026 General Conference” via GMC. Key dates for the General Conference in Africa. The date listed is August 30, 2026. (Added 4-23-2025)
“Connectional Conversations | April 17” via GMC (YouTube). A recording of the April 17 event on global church finances and budget. (Added 4-22-2025)
“A Dynamic Faith: The Story of Early Methodism, Part I” by Ryan Danker via Firebrand Magazine. “…Methodism was always bigger than Wesley. The story is actually one of international scope, of war-fatigued nations and peoples, of historical memories both good and bad, and of men and women swept up by the Holy Spirit in seemingly random outbursts of revival over the course of decades. Those who encountered this dynamic work of the Spirit often spent the rest of their lives in wonder, just trying to describe what happened.” (Added 4-22-2025)
Post by Jeffrey Rickman via Facebook. “The Connectional Conversation hosted by the GMC yesterday, in which Matthew C Conover and Harrison James Bell presented the denominational budget, was yesterday. The UMC has an annual budget of around $300 million. The budget the GMC just presented is shy of $6.4 million… This is as it should be. And it won’t be a problem unless at some point those in charge start taking offense to expectations of transparency and openness. But if yesterday’s session is an indicator of things to come, count me pleased. There is more to be done, but this is a great start!” (Added 4-21-2025)
Post via GMC Nigeria (Facebook). “The GMCN Media Team deams it necessary to come on stage again to clear the air on a rejoinder posted on Social media platforms by the discredited media team of the Rev. Ande led UMCN.” (Added 4-21-2025)
Post via GMC Zambia (Facebook). Photos from the convening annual conference. (Added 4-21-2025)
Post by Bishop Carolyn Moore via Facebook. “Seven lessons as I head home from six weeks on the road visiting multiple GMC communities in multiple cultures and countries:…” (Added 4-21-2025)
“Atacar El Porton with Rev. Ray Zirkel” via Storm of Gates Podcast (Mid Texas). “One of the many God-ordained partnerships of the MidTexas Conference of the GMC is with the Evangelical Methodist Church of Costa Rica. One of the main instruments God used to establish this partnership and continues to use to sustain it is Ray Zirkel. Rev. Ray Zirkel has given over three decades of his life to being a pastor and missionary in Costa Rica.” (Added 4-21-2025)
Post by Absalom Nuhu Kodei via Facebook. “The Global Methodist Church in Zimbabwe began its journey humbly, with a small start under the leadership of some few individuals including Simon Mafunda and other clergy. Today, we’re thrilled to welcome Rev. Forbes, head of the African delegation to the United Methodist Church General Conference, and many other clergy who have joined the GMC after resigning from the UMC few weeks ago. Their significant transition has paved the way for the official launch of the GMC in Zimbabwe today Easter sunday, greatly expanding our presence.” See also News Coverage. (Added 4-21-2025)
“Shoreline Newsletter | April 18, 2025” via Great Lakes Conference. Latest news from the conference covering Indiana, Illinois, Michigan and Wisconsin. (Added 4-18-2025)
Statement by Florida GMC Cabinet. “This shooting has far-reaching impacts across our annual conference. Many members of our Florida GMC family attend or work at FSU. Even two members of our Cabinet had family members who were sheltering in place at the time of the shooting, waiting for their buildings to be cleared. Thankfully, their family members were not physically harmed.” (Added 4-18-2025)
“Ionia church catches fire again” via WLNS. “A [GMC] church in Ionia caught fire again as restoration work was being finished after a 2023 fire.” (Added 4-18-2025)
Post by Bishop Carolyn Moore via Facebook. “Day 10: on our way to meet with more pastors. It is a grace to connect with and encourage those who live on the edges of the country and in more remote areas.” (Added 4-17-2025)
Post by Global Methodist Church Qatar (Facebook). (215 Photos] “Our hearts are full as we look back on a powerful celebration of our 2nd Church Founding Anniversary. From Qatar to Mega Manila, God showed us once again—He is truly UNSTOPPABLE!” (Added 4-16-2025)
“Announcing Asbury Church’s Fellowship Program: Raising Up the Next Generation of Leaders” by Kevin Watson. “For years, I have had a growing burden to build something that will help raise up the next generation of leaders for the church. I want to build what I would have wanted when I was just getting started in ministry. I was so hungry for mentors and had the hardest time finding them when I was starting out in ministry.” (Added 4-15-2025)
Post by Mary Lou Reece via Facebook. [Photo] “We were greeted at the Addis Ababa airport by leaders of the emerging conference in Ethiopia. We are teaching them for three days. We are anticipating many blessings!” See also here. (Added 4-15-2025)
Post by James Parks via Facebook. “Great time at the Global Methodist Endorsement Training hosted at Vermeer. We are blessed with faithful chaplains being the presence of Christ in varying settings. They have a strong calling.” (Added 4-15-2025)
“Eat The Scroll with Dr. Todd Still and Dr. Rusty Freeman” via Storm the Gates Podcast. “Dr. Still and Dr. Freeman highlight how Truett Theological Seminary at Baylor University is preparing present and future generations for ministry. Dr. Todd Still has been the Dean of Truett Theological Seminary for 10 years now. Dr. Rusty Freeman is the Director of the Wesley House of Studies at Truett in a addition to serving as the Executive Director for Revive (revivetexas.org)” (Added 4-15-2025)
“Wesleyan Theological Formation: Tim Tennent and Ryan Danker” via Juicy Ecumenism. Video links on conversations about Wesleyan Theological Formation. (Added 4-15-2025)
“Baptismal Regeneration and the Wesleyan Way” by James Mahoney via Firebrand Magazine. “Early Methodists are uniform in teaching and declaring that baptism and regeneration may not always occur at the same time in adults. One may be baptized, and not have saving faith, or saving faith may come later. At the same time, opinions are more diverse when it comes to infants. Baptizing an infant obviously brings spiritual benefits to the child—baptism is, after all, a sacrament. Through baptism, God imparts grace to the infant. Baptism is a beginning, but whether this beginning is grace or new life remained unsettled for early Methodists.” (Added 4-15-2025)
“Signs of Renewal Among Younger Generations: A Reflection on the Global Methodist 2:42 Conference” by Emma Winchester via Plainspoken Magazine. “The Global Methodist Church is full of young people who need help becoming lifelong disciples of Jesus Christ. This will only happen through the sustaining work of the Holy Spirit, deep theological roots, spiritual mothers and fathers who will foster their faith, and high investment in the disciplines of the Christian life.” (Added 4-15-2025)
“‘Scriptural Christianity” Sermon by John Wesley” by Jeffrey Rickman via Plainspoken. Another Wesley sermon presented by Rickman. (Added 4-14-2025)
Post via Hillary Okemwa via Facebook. [Photo] “Representatives of the Allegheny West Global Methodist Church and GLOBAL METHODIST CHURCH – KENYA ANNUAL CONFERENCE signed a Memorandum of Understanding between our conferences. God is good!” (Added 4-14-2025)
Post by Hillary Okemwa via Facebook. Photos from Bishop Jones’ visit: “Kenya Annual Conference joins the world to celebrate Palm Sunday, Dr. Jerry Kulah sharing the word of God which will follow up with Ordination service.” (Added 4-14-2025)
Post via Bishop Leah Hidde Gregory via Facebook. “Day sixty-third of the Time for Prayer and Fasting for Spiritual Renewal of the Methodist Church in Bulgaria. Today the believers of our church in Straldzha remain in prayer before God. God bless them!” (Added 4-14-2025)
Post via GMC Liberia (Facebook). “The Global Methodist Church – Liberia is experiencing a tremendous growth in every part of Liberia. Rev. Aaron Nuta-opa Yankee and Rev. Peter Sayekwee led a team to the Kokoyah area of Bong County over the weekend to teach, evangelize, and plant churches.” (Added 4-14-2025)
Post by Trinity Conference (Facebook). “Here’s our preaching lineup for Trinity Annual Conference June 5–7 at The Woodlands Methodist Church: Bishop Scott J. Jones will bring the message during ordination, Rev. Arturo Cadar is preparing an inspired word en Español, Rev. Dr. Madeline C. Henners will offer our Friday morning devotional, and Rev. Mark Sorensen is scheduled to preach in our NextGen worship service. Read their bios, learn more, and get registered today: https://trinitygmc.org/annual-conference/june-2025/” (Added 4-12-2025)
“Global Methodist Church launches pioneer church in Uganda” via Monitor. Coverage of Bishop Carolyn Moore’s visit to organize the Uganda Conference of the GMC. (Added 4-12-2025)
Post by Casey Taylor via Facebook. “Last week was my first retreat with colleagues in The Sanctification Network. It’s not a denomination. It’s a coaching network focused on making healthy, fruitful churches by making healthy, fruitful pastors. We’ve got GMC, UMC, independent, and more. Participation in the Network wasn’t just a perk to bring me to New Life Church – it was a selling point. Grateful!” (Added 4-11-2025)
“The MidSouth Conference of the GMC – A Conversation with Todd Chancey” by Jeffrey Rickman via Plainspoken (YouTube). “It was recently announced that Mike Powers will be retiring from the Conference Superintendent position of the MidSouth Annual Conference. Todd Chancey has been named as his replacement, to begin serving at the start of June.” (Added 4-12-2025)
Post by Hillary Okemwa via Facebook. Photos of Day Two of the Kenya AC, led by Bishop Jones. (Added 4-12-2025)
Post by GMC via Facebook. Part Seven of the series on Scriptural Holiness by the Assembly of Bishops. (Added 4-11-2025)
Post via NBS Television (Facebook). “Uganda and South Sudan have officially become part of the Global Methodist Church a worldwide denomination with approximately 5,000 churches. The GMC has a significant presence in Africa, with churches in 27 countries, further expanding its global reach.” (Added 4-11-2025)
MidTexas Conference Journal via MidTexas Conference. Journal of the February 2025 Conference. (Added 4-11-2025)
“An Old Idea Is New Again in Europe: Spiritual Formation” by Ken Chitwood via Christianity Today. “In Bulgaria, Global Methodist Church pastor Daniel Topalski has resurrected an old Wesleyan discipleship practice called “band meetings” or classes. These are similar to small groups but place emphasis on confessing failures, monitoring spiritual progress, and supporting each other in the effort to live a holy life.” (Added 4-11-2025)
Post and Post by Mary Lou Reece via Facebook. Celebrating the Kenya Annual Conference. The second one show Jerry Kulah teaching. (Added 4-11-2025)
“Connectional Conversations: April 17” via GMC. “We’re thrilled to bring you the next installment of Connectional Conversations, a unique opportunity to engage with key leaders of the Global Methodist Church. This time our focus will be on the latest developments as it relates to budget and finance of our denomination.” (Added 4-10-2025)
“Clay Sidenbender” by Andy Miller via More to the Story Podcast (YouTube). “Clay Sidenbender published an important article in Christianity Today called “Wesley is Fire”. On today’s podcast I talk to Clay about the journey he went on in writing this article. His research documented what this podcast has been hinting at for the last four years. I enjoyed talking to Clay and appreciate journalistic effort in documenting this special moment.” (Added 4-10-2025)
Post by Bishop Carolyn Moore via Facebook. “And the Uganda- South Sudan Annual Conference is born!” (Added 4-10-2025)
Post by Mississippi West Tennessee Conference (Facebook). “Bishop Scott Jones is pleased to announce the appointment of Rev. Lauren Porter as the next Conference Superintendent of the Mississippi-West Tennessee Conference. Rev. Porter succeeds Rev. Dr. Barry Male who is currently serving as Interim Conference Superintendent and Rev. Dr. Tim Prather who served faithfully from August 2023 to March 31, 2025.” (Added 4-9-2025)
“Disaster Response” via Mississippi-West Tennessee Conference. Links to report storm damage and offer assistance. (Added 4-8-2025)
“Winfield Bevins” by Bishop Carolyn Moore via Art of Holiness. “Winfield Bevins is some of everything good. He is a church planter who planted both a church and a network before taking on the role of Director of the Center for Church Multiplication at Asbury Theological Seminary. He has since stepped out of that role to lead Creo Arts, a non-profit dedicated to fostering creativity within the Church. Winfield is a prolific writer with books to his credit about Anglicanism, discipleship in the home, church planting, and the creative arts.” (Added 4-8-2025)
“9.5 Theses: The Needed Re-Formation of the Church” by Chris Bounds, Hubert Harriman, Stan Key, and Dave Smith via Firebrand Magazine. “Although the ‘gospel’ preached in some churches is false, heretical, and toxic, more typically it is muddled: that is, it is truncated, anemic, and egocentric. The emphasis is on personal happiness rather than holiness, self-esteem rather than self-denial, Jesus as Savior rather than Jesus as Lord, and life after death in another world rather than life right now in this one. Getting the gospel right is the first priority for the church today.” (Added 4-8-2025)
“GMC in Liberia” by Margibi Liberia via YouTube. Interview on the development of the GMC in Liberia. (Added 4-8-2025)
Post by Tesia Mallory via Facebook. “At the 242 Conference learning from my bishop, Mark Webb. What a humble leader.” (Added 4-8-2025)
“The Panama Conference of the GMC – A Conversation With Luciano Pereira Da Silva” by Jeffrey Rickman via Plainspoken (YouTube). “Luciano Pereira Da Silva was once a party boy clubbing around Brazil. The Lord grabbed him out of that life, using a Methodist small group and a retreat to radically change him. Today he is overseeing the exponential growth of Methodism in Panama, planting churches and equipping laity and clergy across the country. He, his wife, and his daughter are pouring themselves out for the Lord, and he is blessing their efforts. With the help of the Trinity Conference, Table Church (PA), Asbury Theological Seminary, and others, Rev. Da Silva is fostering a new generation of evangelical believers to spread scriptural holiness across this part of the globe.” (Added 4-7-2025)
“Recurring Patterns and Unheeded Warnings” by James R. Thobaben via Good News Magazine. Predictions on the future of the UMC, GMC, former UMC independent churches, and networks like the Foundry. (Added 4-5-2025)
“Seven Next Steps for the Global Methodist Church” by Timothy Tennent via Good News Magazine. “First, we must shift from the “disaffiliation” process to the “affiliation” process. The last few years witnessed around 20 percent of United Methodist churches voting to disaffiliate. This resulted in over 4,500 congregations uniting with the GMC, bringing our membership to over 650,000 members!” (Added 4-5-2025)
“Scriptural Holiness: A Set Apart People” by David Watson via Good News Magazine. “At root, holiness is about separation. The Hebrew word we translate as “holiness” is qodesh. It refers to things that are set apart, separate from the ordinary world. It is first and foremost an attribute of the transcendent and perfect God.” (Added 4-5-2025)
Good News March/April Issue. The first issue of Good News under the John Wesley Institute includes “Seven Next Steps for the Global Methodist Church” by Timothy Tennent. (Added 4-5-2025)
“The Northeast Conference of the GMC – A Conversation with Steven Taylor” by Jeffrey Rickman via Plainspoken. “This was an edifying conversation about Steven’s personal ministry, his theological insights in dialogue with demographic realities and challenges. Steven is liked and respected by many colleagues, and for good reason. I think it would be of benefit to many Global Methodists to consult his wisdom here in order to know how to pray, not just for the Northeast Conference, but also for our covenant body as a whole.” (Added 4-5-2025)
“GMC Conducts Nationwide Leadership Training” by Moses Tokpah via The Inquirer (Liberia). “Rev. Kulah narrated that these different trainings are intended to prepare the church ahead of its convening conference expected to be held in July this year.” (Added 4-5-2025)
“Missional Partnerships in Global Methodism – A Conversation with John Hollon” by Jeffrey Rickman via Plainspoken. “John Hollon is a Global Methodist elder serving in Ardmore, Oklahoma. He also leads the Heartland Annual Conference’s mission and ministry work abroad alongside Superintendent McFall and others. He recently returned from a trip to visit our missional partners in Ethiopia.” (Added 4-4-2025)
“Lessons in Scriptural Holiness | Chapter 6: Living In Spirit” by Bishop John Pena via GMC (YouTube). Sixth chapter in a video series by the Assembly of Bishops. (Added 4-4-2025)
“The Creed We Need with Jerome Van Kuiken” by Andy Miller via YouTube. “Jerome Van Kuikan is commemorating the anniversary of the Council of Nicea with his new book The Creed We Need: Nicene Faith for Wesleyan Witness. Sometimes evangelicals have downplayed the relevance of the Nicene Creed. Jerome’s book takes us on a helpful journey to see how this creed can refresh our lives.” (Added 4-4-2025)
Post by Luther Oconer via Facebook. Exciting GMC developments in Qatar. (Added 4-3-2025)
Post by Ed Stetzer via Facebook. “Such a joy to share with the bishops and leaders of the The Global Methodist Church– via Zoom from Indonesia (for me) to Ohio (for them). They are a new denomination, birthed around a commitment to orthodoxy and mission within the Wesleyan Holiness tradition.” (Added 4-3-2025)
“Communications Manager Job Description” via GMC. The GMC is looking to hire another staff member in the area of communications. (Added 4-2-2025)
Post by Bishop Pena via Facebook. Picture of the Assembly of Bishops gathering, currently meeting in Columbus, Ohio. (Added 4-2-2025)
Post by Bishop Carolyn Moore via Facebook. “Three days of meeting with this crew to discuss the culture of the Global Methodist episcopacy. As part if our education we will meet with Ed Stetzer and Keith Cowart. We are blessed with The Global Methodist Church and mentors.” (Added 4-2-2025)
“The Church in a New Day: Three Challenges [Firebrand Big Read]” by David Watson via Firebrand Magazine. “If we constantly change our doctrines and ethics in accordance with the Zeitgeist, we will lose the continuity of Christian teaching across time. Our task is not to adapt our core beliefs to each new generation’s conventional wisdom, but to show how those core beliefs relate to the human condition in each new era.” (Added 4-1-2025)
“Chris Bounds” by Bishop Carolyn Moore via Art of Holiness. “Dr. Chris Bounds, professor of theology at Asbury Theological Seminary, has literally written the book on holiness … or should I say books. His most recent, co-authored with Matt Ayers and Caleb Friedman, is called Holiness: A Biblical, Historical, and Systematic Theology. But wait! There’s more! Dr. Bounds has also done laudable work in the area of worship and has written a book together with Constance Cherry and Mary Brown called Selecting Worship Songs: A Guide for Leaders.” (Added 4-1-2025)
Post by GMC via Facebook. “We’re excited to announce that the Global Methodist Church is accepting applications for the position of Communications Manager. This vital leadership role will help shape and share the voice of our growing denomination—amplifying our mission, telling the stories of our people, and supporting communication efforts across all platforms.” (Added 4-1-2025)
“Celebration National Conference” via Celebration Women’s Ministry. April 4-5, 2025 features Bishop Carolyn Moore, Dianne Burnett, and Amber Camp. Hosted at The Woodlands, TX. (Added 3-31-2025)
“A Prophetic Word for the Church” by Bishop Carolyn Moore. “Rev. Girlie Guyong-Bangunan of Encounter Church (Mega-Manila Conference, Philippines) offered an exhortation (I’d call it prophetic) on the second day of the GMC Mega Manila Annual Conference that spoke deeply to the need for letting God do a new thing among us. Her talk was entitled, “Turning Over the Tables of the Old Wineskin and Building Something New.” (Added 3-31-2025)
“Lessons in Scriptural Holiness | Chapter 5: Responding to God’s Grace” by GMC via YouTube. Fifth installment of the Assembly of Bishops’ teaching on Scriptural Holiness. (Added 3-31-2025)
Post by Covenant Methodist Church via Facebook. “Last night we had an amazing, spirit-filled revival here at Covenant! We would like to thank Bishop Carolyn Moore, the Trinity Conference, and everyone else who helped make this possible. Thank you to all who came to hear God’s word and worship in community together! If you want to watch the revival, you can find it here on our Facebook page, or on our YouTube channel.” (Added 3-31-2025)
“Bishops and Scriptural Holiness” via Millennial Methodists Podcast. Two younger Great Lakes Conference clergy discuss a recent clergy gathering. (Added 3-29-2025)
Post by John Beyers via Facebook. “Today, it was an extra special honor to be invited back to campus as a member of the inaugural Wesley House of Studies Board of Advocates at Baylor’s Truett Theological Seminary, our leading Global Methodist Church theological seminary in the southwestern United States.” (Added 3-29-2025)
Post via Florida GMC Conference (Facebook). Sebring First Methodist joins the Global Methodist Church. (Added 3-28-2025)
Meet the Bishops via GMC YouTube. Video profiles of the bishops. (Added 3-27-2025)
“Additional Members Appointed to the Connectional Council” via GMC. “he Global Methodist Church is pleased to announce that the Connectional Council has completed its build out as outlined in the Book of Doctrines and Discipline. This milestone ensures a strong foundation for guiding the mission and ministry of the Church. The Council is chaired by the Rev. Dr. Jessica LaGrone and is composed of faithful leaders from around the world.” (Added 3-27-2025)
“General Conference Commission Projects 2026 Delegate Allocation” by Thomas Lambrecht via GMC. “This preliminary allocation sets the number of delegates at 420, which is at the high end of the acceptable range established by the Connectional Council. The allocation is based on estimated church and pastor numbers submitted by each conference superintendent.” (Added 3-27-2025)
“2025 Connectional Budget Is Approved” by Matt Conover via GMC. “The 2025 Connectional Funding Budget represents a collective effort among the Assembly of Bishops, the Connectional Commissions, the Global Operations Team, and the Connectional Council.” (Added 3-27-2025)
“Rural Church Opportunities with Zach Kingery” by Andy Miller via More to the Story Podcast (YouTube). “The Dirt Roads Network in a ministry that takes a missiological approach to rural ministry. Zach Kingery is with this network and offers some helpful insights on rural ministry that were helpful and new to me. Zach is also an elder in the Global Methodist Church.” (Added 3-27-2025)
Post via North Alabama GMC. “The Global Methodist Church has released the 2025 denominational Budget. It reflects the commitment to a lean structure both administratively and financially. This is lower than most annual conference budgets from years prior to the formation of the GMC. Three pictures, three pages.” (Added 3-27-2025)
“New Review of My Book Doctrine, Spirit, and Discipline!” by Kevin Watson. “Chris Ritter published a great review of my book Doctrine, Spirit, and Discipline: A History of the Wesleyan Tradition in the United States (Zondervan) on his blog last week.” (Added 3-26-2025)
Post via Mid South Conference (Facebook). “The MidSouth Annual Conference is pleased to announce the selection of Rev. James Todd Chancey as the next Conference Superintendent. Rev. Todd Chancey began serving in ministry in 1988 and has continued serving in full-time ministry over the course of the past 36 years. As an elder in the Global Methodist Church, he served as the Chairman of the Appointment Committee overseeing the recommendation and appointment of clergy across five states during the MidSouth’s formation and joined the staff in January of 2024. Rev. Chancey will continue serving as the Conference Connectional Officer until July 1, 2025, as he assumes his new duties as the Superintendent.” Full Release. (Added 3-26-2025)
“Lessons in Scriptural Holiness | Chapter 4: The Work of Sanctification” by GMC via YouTube. The fourth installment of the Assembly of Bishops’ teaching on Scriptural Holiness. (Added 3-25-2025)
“Protestantism Is A Strange Bird with Rev. Dr. Daniel Topalski” via Storm the Gates Podcast. “Back in Bulgaria, brother Daniel Topalski joins STG for a conversation about his life in ministry, including his roles in the GMC. The MidTexas and Bulgarian Conferences are partners in ministry along with Costa Rica and, now, Rwanda. Over the course of the next few weeks, we will feature key leaders and stories from our global partners in ministry. Rev. Dr. Topalski leads the Bulgarian Conference in the GMC and serves on the Connectional Council.” (Added 3-25-2025)
Post by Good News Methodist Church (Philippines) via Facebook. [photos] “After arriving at Caticlan Airport, the Bishop made his first visit to Mina-a Global Methodist Church, where he joined a short fellowship that included a simple feast featuring native food and spent time mingling with the children and people in the area—they also got to experience riding the famous bamboo raft river transport in Mina-a, Aklan.” (Added 3-25-2025)
Post by Bishop Carolyn Moore via Facebook. “Back in my own time zone for a few days, and full of gratitude and wonder. My, how beautiful is the Body of Christ! How kind its people, how precious these moments while we groan toward His coming again. Sitting on the porch listening to glorious Tongan singing, discovering missions on hidden islands, hearing the stories of how people found Jesus and how they long for others to know him, too. And the courage and the generosity and the laughter and the languages and hunger and the sacrifice. What an honor to be among those who love Jesus as they do.” (Added 3-25-2025)
“Tuesday Morning Briefing (Mar. 25, 2025)” by Jeffrey Rickman via Plainspoken (Youtube). Includes a discussion of sola scriptura in the GMC. (Added 3-25-2025)
“Ellen Marmon” by Bishop Carolyn Moore via Art of Holiness Podcast. “Dr. Ellen Marmon serves Professor of Christian Discipleship at Asbury Theological Seminary. For years, she served on the leadership team of Asbury’s Doctor of Ministry program, and helped so many pastors work their way through dissertation projects. She has lived the discipling life through and through, so it is a pleasure to introduce her to the Art of Holiness community.” (Added 3-24-2025)
Post by Mary Lou Reece via Facebook. “I couldn’t even make this up! The fire in this Mega Manila conference must be a bit like it was in the early days of Methodism when it spread rapidly! The churches are all praying for, showing up to support and championing each other on! And the spirit of the Lord is present! THREE groundbreakings today!!! Each one started with and bathed in prayer. I am so humbled, blessed and privileged to be a witness to this great Movement of God!” (Added 3-24-2025)
““Awake, Thou That Sleepest” Sermon by John Wesley” by Jeffrey Rickman via Plainspoken. Rickman delivers a classic John Wesley sermon. (Added 3-24-2025)
“Yes, the Watsons are moving…” by David Watson via Substack. “On Saturday, March 22, I accepted an offer to become the tenth President of Asbury Theological Seminary. We’ve been in this process for several months, praying for discernment, praying that God would open the doors he wants opened and close those he wants closed. God has opened this door, and we’re walking through it. I will begin my work at Asbury at the beginning of July.” (Added 3-23-2025)
“Asbury Theological Seminary Announces Dr. David F. Watson as the Seminary’s Next President” via Asbury Seminary. “The Board of Trustees of Asbury Theological Seminary is pleased to announce the unanimous election of Dr. David F. Watson as the Seminary’s next president. The Seminary has been engaged in a vigorous nationwide presidential search over the past year. Dr. Watson will take up his new duties at Asbury Seminary on July 1. He succeeds Dr. Timothy C. Tennent, who served as president for 15 years, and Dr. David J. Gyertson, who is currently serving as Interim President.” (Added 3-22-2025)
Post by Robert Barnes via Facebook. “Although it is naive to think that we still do not have to find a way to work with or/and around our old denomination, these are wise words that apply to a multitude of challenges with face as we walk with Christ and serve him in ministry.” (Added 3-22-2025)
Post by Mary Lou Reece via Facebook. “Starting the business session at Mega Manila with teaching. Started the morning with lively youth worship!” [photo] (Added 3-22-2025)
“Kevin Watson’s Doctrine Spirit, and Discipline: A Review” by Chris Ritter via PeopleNeedJesus.net. “Given Watson’s clear passion for Methodist recovery, it should come as no surprise he shapes this latest work around a clear thesis: Methodism thrives when it stays close to its original fire and suffers when it strays. Watson’s account will undoubtedly become the standard telling of Methodist history for Global Methodists.” (Added 3-21-2025)
Video Post by GMC South Carolina (Facebook). “The GMC of SC invites you to attend BEHOLD, which will be held on June 25 – 27, 2025 at Mt. Horeb Church in Lexington, S.C. Speakers and Breakout sessions will be announced soon.” (Added 3-21-2025)
Post by GMC via Facebook. Release of Week Four of the Scriptural Holiness teaching series by the Assembly of Bishops: “Holiness is Grace-Filled, Not Rule-Driven.” (Added 3-21-2025)
Post by Rich Griffith via Facebook. That’s a Global Methodist Pastor, this is my passion and what I do for a living. It is led to numerous books, articles and other publications. Today is the big day for the Focus On The Family interview. Check your local Christian radio station that carries the Focus On The Family Program to see the time the interview will be playing. For those of us in Northeast Georgia, March 21 on His Radio 90.9 either at 2:00 PM. The interview speaks on my book, “Discipleship Is Leadership” but also shares some personal perspective on being a single dad of three adopted sons. Here is the link: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/…/training-kids-to…/” (Added 3-21-2025)
Post by Bishop Scott Jones via Facebook. “Mary Lou and I are blessed to be hearing the teaching of Pastor David Dave Sablan and Conference Superintendent Luther Oconer at the Mega Manila Annual Conference. We have spent the morning in worship, teaching and prayer. The Holy Spirit is moving among us!” (Added 3-21-2025)
Post by Bishop Leah Hidde-Gregory via Facebook. God story from a recent trip to Mexico. (Added 3-21-2025)
Video Post via Mega Manila Conference (Facebook). Livestream of Mega Manila’s first annual conference. See similar post by Bishop Carolyn Moore. (Added 3-21-2025)
“Life Update and Upcoming Opportunities with Me in Tulsa” by Kevin Watson. “Asbury Church is launching a Fellowship Program. If you are interested in moving to Tulsa to learn, grow, and be equipped to lead in the church at a conservative, evangelical church from the Wesleyan theological tradition, get ready to apply.” (Added 3-20-2025)
Post via GMC (Facebook). “As mentioned in Across the Globe, The Global Messenger is LIVE! We want to hear from YOU! If you have a devotional, essay, message, or faith-filled reflection to share, we’d love to feature it in The Global Messenger. Join the conversation and inspire others—submit your piece today! Read & contribute here: https://globalmethodist.org/global-messenger/” (Added 3-20-2025)
“Storm the Gates Co-Podcast with Jason Nix and Shea Reyenga” by Andy Miller III via More to the Story Podcast (YouTube). “My friends, Shea Reyenga and Jason Nix, host a podcast called Storm the Gates. More to the Story listeners will probably like their style and podcast. On today’s podcast we talk about their stories and various aspects of the pan-Wesleyan world.” (Added 3-20-2025)
“Luther Oconer” by Bishop Carolyn Moore via Art of Holiness Podcast. “This episode drops on the first day of the Mega-Manila Annual Conference, where Dr. Luther Oconer presides as Conference Superintendent in the Global Methodist Church. So its fitting that we should listen to him today and get excited about the kind of faith and leadership that is leading that Conference.” (Added 3-20-2025)
Video Post by Ibrahim Zuppai via Facebook. “he end of the 23rd Session of the Southern Nigeria Annual Conference of the Global Methodist Church. This is the first since the disaffiliation to the GMC. This was held at the McBride Global Methodist Church, Magami, Jalingo Taraba State. To the glory of God, it was awesome and spirit filled session.” (Added 3-19-2025)
“Seated in Heavenly Places – Bishop Carolyn Moore (Orlando Conference)” via Spirit & Truth Podcast. “In this episode Bishop Carolyn Moore shares a word at the recent Spirit & Truth Conference in Orlando, FL.” (Added 3-18-2025)
“Welcoming Transformation: The Unique Nature of Acceptance in the Church” by Hunter G. Bethea and Allyce Fogle-Logue via Firebrand Magazine. “…the church should be a community of acceptance, but acceptance predicated on the idea of transformation. We are inviting others into a community in which they will be made holy by the merits of Christ and the transforming power of the Holy Spirit. Acceptance without transformation is not the Christian Gospel.” (Added 3-18-2025)
“Chapter Three: Growing in Christlikeness” by Bishop Kimba via GMC (YouTube). Third teaching on Scriptural Holiness by our bishops. (Added 3-18-2025)
Post by Matt O’Reilly (Facebook). “Seedbed has posted the first video from my new study Free to Be Holy. You can preview it now. Link in comments.” (Added 3-17-2025)
“Beyond These Walls Schedule” via Reels (Facebook). Schedule and Breakout Sessions released for the May 113, 2025 Missions Conference at The Woodlands. (Added 3-17-2025)
“Deacon or elder? | Global Methodist Church” by Anna Merlo (YouTube). Explanation of the differences between deacon and elder ordination, designed for the local church. (Added 3-17-2025)
“WEST PLAINS CONNECTION: creating deep community” by Rick Enns via West Plains Conference (YouTube). Upcoming annual conference with Bishop Greenway. Mission partnerships with Thailand and Western States. Delegate nominations being sought. Property insurance issues webinar planned. (Added 3-17-2025)
Post by David Watson via Facebook. Bishop Scott Jones receives the Pastor/Preacher/Scholar Award from The Wesleyan Theological Society. (Added 3-17-2025)
Post by Bishop Carolyn Moore via Facebook. “Today I had the deep and humbling privilege of ordaining deacons and elders into the Global Methodist Church. There are no words … And now, a whole new group of pastors and lay ministers have been unleashed on the world to make disciples of Jesus Christ and spread scriptural holiness!” (Added 3-17-2025)
Post by Global Methodist Church – Liberia (Facebook). “Since the official launch of the Global Methodist Church – Liberia on February 14, 2025, there has been significant growth across the 15 political sub-divisions of Liberia and Guinea. In the picture seen below, the leaders and members of the Global Methodist Church in Buchanan, Grand Bassa county gathered after the establishment of another church.” (Added 3-17-2025)
Post by Bishop Carolyn Moore via Facebook. “There is no picture to post when the Holy Spirit falls. Pictures of people don’t capture it and somehow make the moment less than it was. But I’ll note that He visited us at our Annual Conference today, powerfully, because there should be a record that it’s possible for the Spirit to fall at an Annual Conference.” (Added 3-15-2025)
Post by Good News Methodist Church, Philppines (Facebook). “The Philippines Gets ‘Moore'”. A profile of Bishop Carolyn Moore. (Added 3-15-2025)
Post by Bishop Carolyn Moore via Facebook. “This is our Annual Conference venue! What a beautiful view and what a sweet spirit in this place today. I thank God for the Global Methodists in Luzon.” [photo] (Added 3-14-2025)
Post by Harry Kanawa via Facebook. [photo] “Bishop Dr.John Pena Auta declared open the first and historical GMC southern Nigeria annual conference on going in GMCN MCBRIDE charge Jalingo Taraba state. In the name of the father,the son and the holy spirit………” (Added 3-14-2025)
“England BEFORE vs. AFTER John Wesley (Amazing Revival)” by Gavin Ortlund via YouTube. “Gavin Ortlund discusses the impact John Wesley and the origins of Methodism had on England in the Evangelical Revival of the 18th century.” (Added 3-13-2025)
“New News, Old News, and Good News with Daniel Silliman” by Andy Miller III via More to the Story Podcast. “Daniel Silliman is the news editor at Christianity Today. In the past year or so, they have given more attention to the way God is working in the broad Wesleyan movement.” (Added 3-13-2025)
Post by Bishop Carolyn Moore via Facebook. [photo] “Meet Princess (yep, thats her name! How loved she must be at home), who will be ordained a deacon this weekend when the Covenant Philippines Annual Conference meets. She is everything we hope for in a GM pastor — called, faithful, energized by the gospel, willing to go where God sends. And she is proof that this durable gospel thrives in every generation.” (Added 3-13-2025)
Post by GMC via Facebook. This “Bold Witness Story” features Teresa Auten of the North Carolina Annual Conference who is devoted to children’s ministry, believing kids are precious souls and vital to the Church now.” (Added 3-13-2025)
Overheard: Last month, Living Hope Global Methodist Church in Lisbon, Iowa was joined by Uncommon Church (formerly First Federated Church) and they both now worship at Living Hope GMC. (Added 3-13-2025)
Post by Bishop Carolyn Moore via Facebook. Day One post from the Philippines. (Added 3-12-2025)
Post via GMC (Facebook). Holiness is not about perfectionism or legalism—it’s about a passionate pursuit of God. As John Oswalt reminds us, “Holiness is a passion and not a performance.” (Added 3-12-2025)
“The Most Important Distinction in the American Church Today: The Next Underground Seminary” by Kevin Watson. Upcoming workshop: “The most important thing for church leaders to know in 2025 is that we are living in what Aaron Renn has called ‘the negative world.’ Things are different these days. Over the last decade, American culture has changed in ways that have become more hostile to the church and the claims of Christ, the result of which is that a majority of those who hold the keys to power in American society—those in politics, media, and education—have a negative view of Christianity.” (Added 3-12-2025)
“Pete Bellini and a Supernatural Worldview” via Spirit Power & Grace Podcast. “Dr. Pete Bellini is a pastor and professor of evangelization and church renewal at United Theological Seminary. Pete will also be speaking on deliverance ministry at the upcoming Holy Spirit 2025 conference (go to http://www.holyspiritconference.org). He sits down on this episode with Lydia and Andrew to talk about his conversion to faith in God, the supernatural worldview, demonic affliction, and deliverance ministry.” (Added 3-11-2025)
“Urgent Support Needed for Our Brothers and Sisters in Liberia” by Elizabeth Chryst via WCA (PDF). “We are now operating with a small executive team that focuses on assisting our brothers and sisters overseas, especially in navigating the challenges they face when leaving the United Methodist Church. Thousands have successfully joined the Global Methodist Church and other traditional churches. However, some are encountering serious obstacles, including violence, false accusations and arrests by local authorities… The WCA executive team is eager to assist our Liberian brothers and sisters, but we need financial support.” We believe that, together, we can make a significant difference in their efforts to stand firm in their faith amidst such persecution. In fact, the WCA may be the only means through which funds can be safely gathered and transferred to Liberia at this time.” (Added 3-11-2025)
“Young Pastor’s Guide: 5 Shifts to Revitalize Your Traditional Church” by Carey Nieuwhof via YouTube. Wisdom for young pastors who find themselves serving a traditional, declining church. (Added 3-11-2025)
“Changing the Narrative: From Decline to Expectation” by David Watson via Firebrand Magazine. “Yes, the numbers in the church will ebb and flow, but Christ is eternal, and therefore no power can ultimately prevail against his body. He has not given up on us. Let’s not give up on him.” (Added 3-11-2025)
““For Such a Time as This:” Global Methodism and the Struggling American Protestant Church” by Bob Phillips via Firebrand Magazine. “The new Global Methodist Church (GMC) has a clear and compelling niche as a means of authentic revival and spiritual renewal on the current American landscape. This does not devalue the potential power of the movement outside the US but speaks to the unique challenges the collective church of Jesus is facing in American culture. The opportunity rests in the identity and practices of the GMC as an authentic, Wesleyan, and evangelical Christian movement.” (Added 3-11-2025)
“Beth Allison Barr” by Carolyn Moore via Art of Holiness. “This is a great conversation. Beth Allison Barr is The James Vardaman Endowed Professor of History professor at Baylor University, specializing in Medieval and Early Modern England, Women’s History, Medieval Sermons, and Church History. She received degrees from University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and Baylor University. While she has written extensively on the historic role of women, especially in medieval England, her best selling books have focused on women in the evangelical world.” (Added 3-10-2025)
Post by 72nd Global Methodist Church. Shows the Monrovia congregation meeting away from their building following recent disruptions in Liberia. (Added 3-10-2025)
“The Almost Christian” by Jeffrey Rickman via Plainspoken (Facebook). A recording of one of John Wesley’s most famous sermons. (Added 3-10-2025)
“Will Global Methodism Be the Spark That Launches a Worldwide Revival?” by Steve Parker via Blue Ridge Christian News. “…the formation of the Global Methodist denomination has the potential to make a dramatic difference in the country and the world. (Added 3-10-2025)
“Monday Morning Briefing (Mar. 10, 2025)” by Jeffrey Rickman via Plainspoken (YouTube). Several GMC news items discussed. (Added 3-10-2025)
Post by First Methodist Carrollton via Facebook. [Photos of GMC Staff Retreat] “We were truly honored to host the staff of the Global Methodist Church at FMC! This incredible, faith-filled team is made up of members from numerous conferences, including a staff member from Africa. They gathered in person for the first time for team development, planning, and worship (led by our very own Marcus Johnson).” (Added 3-8-2025)
Post by Trinity Conference GMC. “AFRICA UPDATE: Trinity Conference Superintendent Rev. Jason Burnham has been in contact with Bishop Kimba Evariste regarding the ongoing humanitarian crisis in and around the city of Goma, Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Burnham is requesting financial donations so Trinity Conference can send funds to ensure purchase and safe delivery of food, water and supplies to people in the affected region…” (Added 3-8-2025)
“Spreading Scriptural Holiness with Bishop Leah Hidde-Gregory and Dr. David Watson” via Storm the Gates Podcast (MidTexas Conference). “This episode of Storm The Gates will be featured in Bishop Leah Hidde-Gregory’s teaching for her episcopal areas around the theme of spreading scriptural holiness. Dr. David Watson rejoins the podcast to offer his wisdom and contribution for the church in this area.” (Added 3-7-2025)
“Evangelicalism Has Fractured. Now What?” by Gavin Ortlund via YouTube. Discussion of Tim Keller’s thoughts on building a new evangelical movement. John Wesley lifted as a model. (Added 3-7-2025)
“Lessons in Scriptural Holiness | Chapter 2: The Holiness of God” by Assembly of Bishops. (Added 3-7-2025)
“What They Don’t Teach You in Seminary: An Invitation to Underground Seminary” by Kevin Watson. “Our next Underground Seminary meeting is focused on practical details of running a church that they don’t teach you in seminary. It is March 27th from 12-3pm at Asbury Church in Tulsa, OK.” (Added 3-7-2025)
“2026 General Conference Planning Update” via GMC. “The Connectional Council has approved a plan to hold legislative committee meetings in person and on-site at the General Conference in 2026. This will provide a much superior experience, as face-to-face meetings are more fruitful than virtual ones. It means we will not have to contend with poor internet connections and accommodating drastic time zone differences. To accommodate this change, the conference will be lengthened from five days to seven.” (Added 3-6-2025)
“Welcoming Our Newest Staff Members” via GMC. Becci Wood announced as General Conference project manager, Matt Conover as Executive Director of Finances, and Molly Williams as Bookkeeper. (Added 3-6-2025)
“The Rise and Fall of Dispensationalism with Daniel Hummel” by Andy Miller III via More to the Story. “Daniel Hummel’s book The Rise and Fall of Dispensationalism (Eerdmans) is a robust description of one of the most important religious movements in American History. Daniel’s thorough research gives us a clear sense of how the ideas of John Nelson Darby became the foundation for an entire system that many evangelical Christians assume to be standard beliefs.” (Added 3-5-2025)
Post via Western States GMC. “It is with a heavy heart that I share the passing of our dear sister in Christ, Rev. Josephine Liava‘a, pastor of 1st Tongan Global Methodist Church in Anaheim… Pastor Josephine was a devoted shepherd, a woman of deep faith, and a blessing to all who knew her. She served with love, strength, and an unwavering commitment to the Gospel, touching countless lives with her ministry. Now, she rests in the arms of our Savior.” (Added 3-5-2025)
“Dr. Auta Encourages GMC Members” by Moses Tokpah via The InQuirer (Liberia). “The Episcopal leader of the Liberia Global Methodist Church, John Pena Auta, has reaffirmed the church’s commitment to traditional biblical teachings.” (Added 3-5-2025)
“The New Birth & Sanctification in Seminaries – A Conversation w/ Christopher Lohrstorfer” by Jeffrey Rickman via Plainspoken (YouTube). “Rev. Dr. Chris Lohrstorfer is a man who wears many hats. The initial reason I reached out to him was because he is a professor at Wesley Biblical Seminary, and I want to learn more about their environment. I have spoken with folks at United Theological Seminary, Asbury Theological Seminary, and Mid America Christian University. I hope to, over time, be able to help students discern which higher educational institutions might be a good fit for them.” (Added 3-4-2025)
Overheard: Today, March 3, is the Feast Day of John and Charles Wesley in The Episcopal Church. (Added 3-3-2025)
“Monday Morning Briefing (Mar. 3, 2025)” by Jeffrey Rickman via Plainspoken (YouTube). Discussion of Liberia and other current news items. (Added 3-3-2025)
“Devil takes over Methodist Churches” by Emmanuel Wise Jipoh & Thomas Domah via New Dawn Liberia. “The aggrieved 72nd Methodists, under the now Global Methodist Church headed by Rev. Dr. Jerry Kulah and Resident Pastor Kanneth Jackson, supported by 142 Methodists, were determined to resist the UMC leadership, which had gone to evict them from the Church building to install a new pastor.” (Added 3-3-2025)
“Liberia: Tensions Escalate In Liberia’s United Methodist Church Amid Ongoing Dispute Over Church Properties and Regionalization” by Obediah Johnson via Front Page Africa. “On Sunday, Police Support Unit (PSU) officers were deployed to UMC churches in Grand Bassa, Margibi, Maryland, Montserrado, and Nimba counties to prevent unauthorized gatherings. At the 72nd United Methodist Church in Paynesville, violent clashes erupted during a service, leading to the arrest and temporary detention of pastors and dissenting members. Among those detained was Rev. Dr. Jerry Kulah—a founding member of the Global Methodist Church and a vocal critic of the UMC’s regional leadership.” (Added 3-3-2025)
Video Post by Linda Mardea Kpainkpa via Facebook. Video of Jerry Kulah, released following his arrest at 72nd Methodist Church in Monrovia. (Added 3-3-2025)
Video Post via 72nd GMC in Liberia (Facebook). [The Police Action begins around 17:00]. “The divine worship service of the 72nd Global Methodist Church was disrupted by the Liberia National Police, and arrested members of the above Church because of their refusal to have gotten their Pastor arrested by the Police. The Police literally open tear gas in the midst of the Church’s members, which got most of them coughing, sharing tears and some people were fallen.” (Added 3-3-2025)
“Pastoral Letter from the Episcopal Leader of the Liberia Global Methodist Church” by Bishop John Pena Auta via Facebook. A letter from the GMC bishop assigned to Liberia to the GMC people of Liberia. (Added 3-3-2025)
Post via Report Liberia (Facebook). [Additional Pictures] “Police Arrest Breakaway Methodist Worshipers Amid UMC Property Dispute — Paynesville, Liberia – March 2, 2025 – Tensions flared at the 72nd United Methodist Church in Paynesville on Sunday, March 2, as breakaway members of the Global Methodist Church (GMC) clashed with police over ownership of the church property. Several worshipers, including Rev. Dr. Jerry Kulah, were arrested after defying a court ruling that upheld the United Methodist Church (UMC) as the rightful owner of the building. GMC members attempted to hold a Sunday service at the disputed property, arguing that their dues and tithes had contributed to the church’s construction. However, police intervened to enforce the Paynesville Magistrate Court’s ruling, leading to a violent confrontation. Stones were thrown, police deployed tear gas, and the clashes disrupted normal activities in the surrounding community. Bishop Samuel Quire of the United Methodist Church reaffirmed that church properties belong to the UMC, not individual congregations. State security forces have since secured the premises, removing locks placed by GMC members and allowing the newly appointed UMC pastor to take control. The dispute at the 72nd United Methodist Church is part of a larger global split within the UMC over LGBTQ+ issues, including same-sex marriage and LGBTQ+ clergy ordination. Several other churches in Liberia, including Miller McAllister Methodist Church in Ganta, New Georgia United Methodist Church, and EJ McGill Methodist Church, have also broken away over these theological disagreements. Since 2022, the UMC has allowed congregations to disaffiliate, leading many to join the more conservative Global Methodist Church (GMC). However, legal battles over church properties have continued, as breakaway groups claim ownership based on their contributions. The Sunday incident also affected residents. One community member accused the police of ruining her pot of soup during the chaos, though authorities denied responsibility, blaming the disruption on people fleeing the scene.
With tensions still high, authorities have warned against further attempts to reclaim UMC properties, as the matter remains under legal review. (Added 3-2-2025)
“Lessons in Scriptural Holiness | Chapter 1: The Missional Movement” via GMC (YouTube). “The Global Methodist Church is not just a denomination—we are a movement called to be on mission for Christ.” (Added 2-28-2025)
“Sola Scriptura is Still Quite Correct – A Conversation with Ben Witherington, III” by Jeffrey Rickman via Plainspoken (YouTube). “Rev. Dr. Ben Witherington has recently published a book on the historic notion of sola scriptura, which was a central contention of the Protestant Reformation. Though, as he reveals, its roots actually go back further than that. Witherington is eminently qualified in this subject as one who has been publishing on biblical interpretation since the 1980s.” (Added 2-28-2025)
“Scriptural Holiness – Episode 04 – Discipleship in Our Everyday Walk” by Jeffrey Rickman via Plainspoken (YouTube). Final of four episodes with Dr. Pete Bellini from United Theological Seminary. (Added 2-28-2025)
GMC Liberia Facebook Page. Posts from the emerging GMC conference in Liberia, West Africa. (Added 2-28-2025)
“Across the Globe Newsletter | February 2025” via GMC. 2026 General Conference Planning Update, Commission on Evangelism, Church Multiplication, Missional Mobilization and Disaster Response Is Now Known As Commission on Kingdom Advancement, Financial Statements, (Added 2-28-2025)
“Global Methodist Church Liberia update from Rev. Dr. Jerry Kulah 2-23-2025” via YouTube. News on the transition from the UMC to the GMC. (Added 2-24-2025)
Post by Bishop Leah Hidde Gregory via Facebook. “Third annual awakening ended with the ordination of twenty individuals. We are growing younger every year. Blessed this morning by the “generations” worship, especially the youth band and 17 year old Bella’s sermon.” (Added 2-24-2025)
“Raising Up Next-Gen Church Leaders” by Kevin Watson. “I believe the church, particularly healthy large congregations with stable leadership and deep roots, is only going to be more important going forward for the work of raising up leaders for the church. All churches are important in this work. The local church is the ordinary context for hearing a calling to ministry. I think larger churches just have the capacity and the resources to invest in the next generation for their own sake.” (Added 2-22-2025)
Post by Asaba Ali via Facebook. “The Global Methodist Church Northern Nigeria Annual Conference session concluded today, February 21, 2025, with a service of praise. The closing service featured the ordination of several pastors to the offices of Elders and Deacons. During the service, three pastors retired from active service.” (Added 2-22-2025)
“Thoughts From 10,000 Ft” by Sarah Wanck via World Methodist Evangelism. “Revival continues to happen in the Methodist Church of Cuba. In their deep difficulty and struggle the people of Cuba overflow with a well of deep joy. They reflect a deeper love for Jesus. They live in the work of the Spirit. They are so committed to their King that they sacrifice and serve in ways that are challenging and inspiring to Christians everywhere.” (Added 2-22-2025)
Video Post via Ibrahim Zuppai (Facebook). A press interview with Bishop Scott Jones in Nigeria. (Added 2-21-2025)
“Lessons in Scriptural Holiness: A Message from Our Assembly of Bishops” by GMC YouTube. The Assembly of Bishops releases a teaching video on Scriptural Holiness. See also Short Version. (Added 2-21-2025)
Video Post via North Georgia GM Conference (Facebook). Andy Postell, Joy Griffin, and Jeff Jernigan give an update on the situation in Nigeria. (Added 2-20-2025)
“Pastor of historic Marshall church discusses plans to rebuild after devastating fire” by Andrew Culver via KLTV (TX). “We’ve got a long road ahead of us. You know it’s not like in a couple of months we’re going to back in our place. It’s a couple of years,” replied David Luckert, pastor of First Methodist. (Added 2-20-2025)
“Church Answers with Sam Rainer” by Andy Miller via More to the Story Podcast (YouTube). “Sam Rainer is the president of ChurchAnswers.com, a ministry resourcing local churches with practical skills for fulfilling the great commission. Sam is also a co-vocational pastor. We talk about the distinction between co-vocational and bi-vocational. He joins me to talk about ChurchAnswers.” (Added 2-20-2025)
Post by GMC via Facebook. [photos of ordinations in Nigeria] “Bishop Scott Jones safely completed the Central Nigeria Annual Conference and the ordination ceremony, a powerful reminder that scriptural holiness continues to spread and lives are being transformed. We rejoice in the faithfulness of God, the dedication of His people, and the unstoppable movement of the Holy Spirit.” (Added 2-20-2025)
“Our Beating Heart: Further Exploration of Children’s Identity in the Global Methodist Church” by Teresa Auten. “Can Global Methodists, at the beginning of our movement, teach and love children as Jesus would want us to? We can. We must. We cannot let our little ones drift away.” (Added 2-19-2025)
“Methodist Violence at Banyam Theological Seminary” by Jeffrey Rickman via Plainspoken. “United Methodist episcopal leadership continues to fan the flames of resentment in Nigeria. As the Global Methodist Church attempts to be established in four new annual conferences across Nigeria, tribal tensions have already been exacerbated to result in violence. In this segment, I go through firsthand accounts of the violence meant to disrupt the convening conference of one of the GM conferences in Nigeria. I also look at the false flag accusation from Ande Emmanuel, the UMC bishop of the area.” (Added 2-19-2025)
Victim Videos One and Two. Video statements from those attacked at the Banyam Theological Seminary in Nigeria on February 18, stating the attackers came from Banyam and Bambur UMC, or “UMC hooligans.” (Added 2-19-2025)
““No Old Wine In The New Wine Bottle” -Rev. Kulah Cautions Global Methodists” by Moses M. Tokpah -Margibi via The InQuirer. “If you think you can be a pastor here, keeping two, three women, you’re making a mistake; no old wine in the new wine bottle,” he stated. He challenged everyone within the GMC to wake up from the life of sin and spiritual darkness, fear, doubt and hopelessness to the life of faith and hope in Jesus Christ as well as from the life of sexual immorality to the life of sexual purity adding, ‘in this Church by the grace of God we will not tolerate indiscipline.’” (Added 2-19-2025)
“Wednesday Morning Briefing (Feb. 19, 2025)” by Jeffrey Rickman via Plainspoken (YouTube). “Most of the morning will probably be spent on understanding the recent violence in Nigeria…” (Added 2-19-2025)
“Liberia: Tension Erupts at Methodist Compound in Ganta Following Physical Altercation Between Pastors” by Franklin Doloquee via Front Page Africa. “Sources indicate that the dispute over property ownership has become a significant issue between the two factions, with members of the Global Methodist Church now claiming control over assets that belong to the United Methodist Church.” (Added 2-19-2025)
Post by Andy Postell via Facebook. “Today was a difficult day! Persecution is real and the courage I saw today in the midst of chaos was remarkable. The GMC in Nigeria is a resilient group of men and women committed to the cause of Christ. After suffering great trauma – what did they do? They stood up and professed their call to be ordained Deacons and Elders in the church. 4 Deacons and 7 Elders. They started a new faith congregation and many of the congregation traveled to celebrate. They danced in praise to God’s faithfulness as they sang about where they get their help from in times of trouble. If you want to see faces of strong and courageous people, check them out. It may have been difficult but I am more excited for the church in Nigeria than ever before because the movement of God will not be stopped!” (Added 2-18-2025)
Statement by GMC Assembly of Bishops via PDF. “Today, these same individuals, expecting to find our bishops and conference members gathered, returned to Banyam Seminary armed, engaging in destruction of property and physical attacks on members of the Global Methodist Church.” (Added 2-18-2025)
Post by Bishop Scott Jones via Facebook. [Ordination Photos] “Proud to have safely completed the Central Nigeria Annual Conference and ordination! Glory Be! These folks are faithful and have persevered.” (Added 2-18-2025)
Statement by Bishop Ande Emmanual via Jalingo Times. “The United Methodist Church in Nigeria strongly condemns the recent attack on Bamyam Theological Seminary in Bambur by leaders and members of the Global Methodist Church (GMC) in Nigeria. This act of aggression, which included the vandalization of United Methodist landmarks, signposts, and logos—specifically at the Seminary chapel, is not only an affront to our faith but a clear attempt to erase the identity and heritage of The United
Methodist Church (UMC) in Nigeria….” (Added 2-18-2025)
Post by Ibrahim Zuppai via Facebook. Pictures of victims of the attack at Banyan Theological Seminary. See also video footage and photos posted by Elkanah S Adams. (Added 2-18-2025)
Post by Bishop Scott Jones via Facebook. “The regular session of the Central Nigeria Annual Conference scheduled to be held at Banyam Theological Seminary yesterday and today, February 17 and 18. A group of UMC supporters disrupted the opening worship on Monday. Because we wished to preserve peace we moved the Conference to a different location. However the UMC supporters returned to Banyam expecting Bishops Jones and Auta to be there with the Conference. Some carried guns and others carried machetes. They invaded the seminary grounds, broke windows and attacked GMC people. The GMC people offered no resistance. One man was hospitalized with a head wound. A presiding elder was cut on his chest and hospitalized. Five others were hospitalized. Mrs. Titi Auta and a friend were locked in a room for several hours. Finally a unit of the Nigerian Army intervened at Bishop Auta’s request and dispersed the attackers. Meanwhile Bishop Jones convened the conference, delivered the Episcopal Address and ordained four deacons and seven elders. In his address Bishop Jones focused on scriptural holiness and told the people they should not respond to violence with violence.” (Added 2-18-2025)
Post by Ibrahim Zuppai via Facebook. A GMC leader reports on violence by UMCN forces in Nigeria: “1.Mission Quarters at General Hospital Bambur was destroyed, 2. Mission Compound at Bambur was destroyed, 3. Banyam Theological Seminary BTS Bambur was destroyed. The next target is.. 4. Worom Maternity. GO AHEAD AND DESTROY EVERYTHING. YOU WILL SHAMELESSLY REGRET IT EVEN IN YOUR DEATH” (Added 2-18-2025)
Post via Global Methodist Church Nigeria (Facebook). “Report reaching us from Banyam says that the United Methodist Church Nigeria fighters invaded the premises of the Banyam Theological Seminary, beat, injured the staff and students of the institution, and destroyed the school edifice.” (Added 2-18-2025)
Post via Global Methodist Church Nigeria (Facebook). “Report reaching us from Banyam says that the United Methodist Church Nigeria fighters invaded the premises of the Banyam Theological Seminary, beat, injured the staff and students of the institution, and destroyed the school edifice.” (Added 2-18-2025)
“Carolyn Moore on Spiritual Leadership and the Art of Holiness” by Brian Russell via Deep Dive Spirituality. “Carolyn Moore, a Bishop in the Global Methodist Church, joins me for a deep dive into spiritual leadership. We talk about the role of the holy spirit, Christian leadership, holiness, mentoring others, and discerning God’s will.” (Added 2-18-2025)
Post via Global Methodist Church Nigeria (Facebook). “Brief Biography and Legacy of Faithful Stewardship: Honoring Bishop Johnwesley Yohanna as He Retires.” (Added 2-18-2025)
“Treatise on Global Methodist Clergy and Holy Communion” by John Grimm via The Ernest Wesleyan. “This practice of the presiding clergy person and the local church receiving Holy Communion together, at one location, has been and will continue to be the practice of the Church Universal. This practice will only stop upon the return of Jesus Christ and the establishment of the Kingdom of God on the New Earth.” (Added 2-17-2025)
Overheard: Lots of pictures and videos are being posted online from Bishop Jones’ trip to Nigeria, which included a celebration of the ministry of Bishop Johnwesley Yohanna. Here, here, here, and here. (Added 2-17-2025)
Overhead: “On January 7, Buncombe Street Church Council approved the recommendation by our Denomination Discernment Team to pursue affiliation with the Global Methodist Church. After a period of prayer and discernment, on February 9, our membership voted in favor of this recommendation by 98%.
RESULTS: 496 total votes. 98% in favor (485 votes). 2% opposed (11 votes). (A simple majority was required for this vote to pass) Over the next few months, we will work with the Global Methodist Church to finalize our partnership. We appreciate the support, prayers, and commitment our congregation has given as we work through this affiliation process.” (Added 2-17-2025)
Post via North Georgia Conference (Facebook). “Your team is meeting with district leaders from Abuja, where an incredible 99% of the congregation are youth!” (Added 2-15-2025)
“Shoreline Newsletter: February 14, 2025” via Great Lakes Conference. Great Lakes and Ethiopia Nazrawiyan Annual Conferences Formalize Missional Partnership, and other news. (Added 2-15-2025)
Video Post by Absalom Nuhu Kodei via Facebook. Scenes from Bishop Jones’ visit to Nigeria. (Added 2-15-2025)
Post by Robert Sparkman via Facebook. “I am in Jalingo Nigeria for a service honoring the retirement of Bishop Johnwesley Yohanna. Thousands of people here.” (Added 2-15-2025)
“The Futility of Pessimism” by David Watson via Substack. “The truth is likely a combination of these two factors: God is pruning the church, at least in part because we have entertained beliefs and engaged in practices that are inconsistent with his will. And yet “the Lord disciplines those whom he loves” (12:6). God is not abandoning us, but chastening us to guide us in faithfulness.” (Added 2-15-2025)
“Scriptural Holiness – Episode 02 – The Nature of Scriptural Holiness” by Jeffrey Rickman via Plainspoken (YouTube). Second in a series with Dr. Pete Belini. (Added 2-14-2025)
Overheard: Notes from the February 13 Connectional Conversations event: The number of churches will rise above 5,000 in 2025 as a new, streamlined process for admitting conferences comes on board for places like Africa. The first-ever Global Budget will be published in March. Hopefully, the announcement of the date and location (in Africa) of the 2026 General Conference will happen by the end of March. Jessica LaGrone plugged the April 7-9 “2:42” Event for young leaders in Reynoldsburg, OH and the “Beyond These Walls” mission and evangelism event on May 1-3 in The Woodlands, TX. Bishop Webb gave an update from the Assembly of Bishops. They are building their culture around 1) Clear doctrinal teaching, (2) Developing Christ-following leaders, and (3) Holy living. The bishops have recorded a video teaching on Scriptural Holiness. Bishop Webb have an update on the Nigeria situation where violence happened in December (See 16:00). The GMC is cooperating with the investigation. The government in Nigeria has ruled in the GMC’s favor related to lawsuits. (Added 2-14-2025)
“Global Methodist Church Liberia Making Disciples of Jesus Christ Official Launch in Gbarnga city, Bong County” via Liberian Observer Online. Video of the February 14 announcement of the formation of the GMC in Liberia. (Added 2-14-2025)
“Connectional Conversations: February 13, 2025” via Vimeo. Recording of the most recent Connectional Conversations event, featuring Bishop Mark Webb, Mike Schafer, Jessica LaGrone, and Dianne Burnett. (Added 2-14-2025)
Post by Mary Lou Reece via Facebook. “Last full day of teaching and conferencing in Ethiopia was full of grace! We had MOU signings, celebrations, voting for council people (fully fair and transparent) and gracious gifts of motorcycles to presiding elders (thank you Great Lakes GMC) in addition to the essential prayers and worshipping! These people know how to pray and THEY DO IT RIGOROUSLY!!” (Added 2-13-2025)
Post by Jeff Coleman via Facebook. “Calling all Global Methodists (and any interested travelers)! Would you like to join Bishop John Pena Auta and many others from The North Georgia Conference of the Global Methodist Church on a Wesley Heritage Tour in England this November?” (Added 2-13-2024)
Post by Ken Ken via Facebook. “Wats Seminary, one of the BEST seminaries in West Africa (if not in Africa) that used to be an Inter-denominational Seminary is now a GLOBAL METHODIST CHURCH’S Seminary. I am so proud of this!! This is the very seminary that the Liberia UMC bishop who has now deviated from biblical Christianity attended along me, Matthew B. Williams, and Garmeh Williams
Lesson: is one thing to go to GOOD SEMINARY AS A PASTOR, but another thing to FOLLOW AND OBEY JESUS’ TEACHINGS. NOTE: We are in the last days!!” (Added 2-13-2025)
Post by Joshua Johnson via Facebook. “These ten bikes were just presented in Ethiopia to our sister Annual Conference for their Presiding Elders/District Superintendents to go church to church and supervise and care for the churches in their care. Ethiopia is mountainous, with poor roads and harsh travel conditions. God’s work there is growing rapidly…” (Added 2-12-2025)
“Linda Adams” by Bishop Carolyn Moore via Art of Holiness. Interview with a bishop of the Free Methodist Church. (Added 2-11-2025)
“The Asbury Outpouring Two Years Later: A Conversation with Suzanne Nicholson” by Evan Rohrs-Dodge via Firebrand Magazine. “Dr. Suzanne Nicholson, Professor of New Testament at Asbury University, has edited the book Cooperating with the Holy Spirit: Theological and Practical Reflections on the Asbury Outpouring to describe some of these experiences and consider the theological foundations for revivals.” (Added 2-11-2025)
“More To The Story Meets Storm The Gates with Dr. Andy Miller III” via Storm the Gates Podcast (Mid Texas Conference). “This is a special episode that you can watch or listen to as Storm The Gates collaborated with Dr. Andy Miller III and his More To The Story podcast. You can listen to the conversation on Storm The Gates and/or wait for Andy to share the podcast on More To The Story via video format.” (Added 2-10-2025)
“Global Methodists find new home in Anglican church” by Pat Lowry via The Star (FL). GMC church meets in an Anglican facility. “Such an inspiring juggernaut is happening in Port St. Joe, and its momentum is nothing short of amazing. Back in the summer, a group of about 15 St. Joe Methodists heard about the Global Methodist movement picking up steam in the United States, Africa, the Philippines, Europe, and Eurasia.” (Added 2-10-2025)
Post by Mary Lou Reece via Facebook. “What a glorious time we have had with the Lord in Ethiopia!
Last Sunday we finished a revival in Bona Ethiopia! Whoa…what a revival! The presence of the Lord was truly amazing. I LOVE THE CHILDREN!! AND THE WOMEN!! This time Scott Jameson Jones got a bull as a gift! But they did not make him dance with it!” (Added 2-10-2025)
“Apostolic Activity and the Job Description of a Bishop” by Bishop Carolyn Moore via Art of Holiness. “I believe the office of bishop in the GMC is meant to be an apostolic office, an exercise in true spiritual leadership. And the apostles in Acts remind me that as the months tick by, we as an Assembly are building culture by the activities we choose. If we want to distinguish ourselves from what we’ve known, then taking stock of how we spend our time is a good buffer against mission drift.” (Added 2-10-2025)
“Scriptural Holiness – Episode 01 – The State of Our Church & Our Culture” by Jeffrey Rickman via Plainspoken (YouTube). “Join Rev. Dr. Pete Bellini and Jeffrey Rickman as we attempt to lay a groundwork for reclaiming scriptural holiness in modern Methodism, and in Christianity more broadly. We will integrate audience questions and feedback while mining Dr. Bellini for his wisdom, having labored in this field for many decades.” (Added 2-8-2025)
“A Theological Revival” by David Watson via Substack. “We’ve been too quiet about our Wesleyan faith. This may be because we haven’t really understood it. I was once asked in a Sunday school class, ‘Why can’t Methodists be the people who believe anything they want?’ The answers to that question could fill a book, but one reason is that some beliefs are better than others. Some are life-giving, while others are death-dealing.” (Added 2-7-2025)
Post by Bishop Carolyn Moore via Facebook. [photos] “Joyful witness. The Western States are ready to share Jesus.” (Added 2-7-2025)
Post by GMC via Facebook. February 13 event: “Join us next Thursday for a special installment of Connectional Conversations, where you’ll have the unique chance to hear directly from key leaders of the Global Methodist Church. Bishop Mark Webb, Rev. Dr. Jessica LaGrone, and COO Mike Schafer will be answering YOUR submitted questions in a discussion moderated by Executive Director of Communications, Dianne Burnett.” Register: https://heyor.ca/0SkTj2 Submit your questions by Noon CT on Monday, February 10, 2025: https://heyor.ca/6sx90r” (Added 2-7-2025)
Post by Absalom Nuhu Kodei via Facebook. (photos) “The Global Methodist Church women are concluding their conventions across various conferences in Nigeria. On Saturday, they made a stunning appearance in their colorful, uniform attire, with each district proudly wearing their uniquely designed outfits. The display of unity and coordination was truly heavenly, with almost 30 districts from two conferences participating in this sacred gathering. Each district’s distinct design added to the vibrant spectacle, creating an unforgettable experience.” (Added 2-7-2025)
Post by Mary Lou Reece via Facebook. [pictures] “What a glorious time with the Lord we had In a 2 day revival in Bona Ethiopia, We were greeted with a parade and banners, singing and dancing and somewhere between 3500 and 10000 people! It was wild how many people were worshipping so passionately! Day one had parades, gifts, a beautiful famous singer (Zerfie), much contending prayer and the great joy of the Lord was in that place! They have much to teach us about joy in Christ, like Paul, in all circumstances!” See also here. (Added 2-7-2025)
Devotion by Bishop Carolyn Moore via PDF. A devotion offered to the Global Episcopacy Committee by on 2-5-2025. Shared with permission. (Added 2-6-2025)
“Conference Superintendent Resignation” via Mississippi-West Tennessee Conference. “When I was named president pro tempore as our movement was birthed, I made it clear that I would not serve permanently as the “temporal and spiritual” leader of our Conference. I believe these offices should not be sought and should not be held for extremely long tenures. More importantly, my call and passion are for preaching, teaching, and making disciples in the local church.” (Added 2-6-2025)
Post via Trinity Conference (Facebook) [Photo] “Trinity Conference Superintendent Jason Burnham is joining Bishops Mark Webb and Kimba Evariste in requesting prayer and donations to fund much-needed humanitarian aid in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Last week, Rwanda-backed rebels seized eastern Congo’s key city of Goma. The UN reports at least 900 killed. A cease-fire is now in place, but thousands of Congolese people are facing significant shortages of food and drinking water. Trinity Conference is now set-up to receive cash donations to fund humanitarian aid to people in the DRC.” (Added 2-5-2025)
Post by Tim Turner via Facebook. “The Tanzania School of Ministry launched with great excitement today! Wonderful wonderful wonderful! As we passed out the Swahili student workbooks, the Tanzanian Conference also passed out beautiful Swahili Bibles. Many of the congregation members and even pastors do not have a quality Bible, so this was a HUGE deal….” (Added 2-5-2025)
Video Post by Andy Postell via Facebook. A thank you message featuring Bishop John Pena Auta following the annual conference session. (Added 2-4-2025)
“On Christian Perfection: The Role of Systematic Theology” by Jason Vickers via Firebrand Magazine. “To summarize, good systematic theology begins with God, it is about God, and it leads to God. Or, as Pope puts it, “God is the source and the subject and the end of theology…. It is A Deo, De Deo, in Deum: from God in its origin, concerning God in its substance, and it leads to God in all its issues” (Compendium of Christian Theology, vol. 1, pp. 3-4). When undertaken in this way, systematic theology can play a vital role not only in our understanding of entire sanctification, but in our pursuit and experience of it as well.” (Added 2-4-2025)
Post by Eglise Méthodiste Globale en RD Congo via Facebook. [Photos] “Bishop Evariste Kimba Kyakutala inaugurates The Keith Boyette Memorial Church, Iringa Tanzania, this Friday… Just after his Installation ceremony, Bishop Evariste Kimba went to Dar es Salaam, to preside over the Annual Conference of Tanzania. Bishop Kimba is fulfilling this Episcopal responsibility at the request of Bishop Mark Webb, Bishop-designate of Tanzania who was unable to attend.” (Added2-3-2025)
“Conference Superintendent Pattison Joins Bishop Jones in Ethiopia” via Shoreline Newsletter by Great Lakes Conference. Conference Superintendent Pattison Joins Bishop Jones in Ethiopia. Reimagined GLAC Website Enhances User Experience. Strategic Planning Initiative to Chart Future Course. CLERGY: Registration Open for Activate Clergy Gathering. Free “Planting Healthy Churches” Training Offered in Illinois. Navigating the New Path to Ordination. LAITY: Spring Course Registration for School of Lay Ministry Remains Open” (Added 2-3-2025)
“Why Class Culture Trumps Content” by Kevin Watson. The culture of a seminary class is more important than the content. (Added 2-3-2025)
“The Offense: The General Rules” by Jeffrey Rickman via Substack. “The Global Methodist Church, my chosen covenant body, is talking a lot about reclaiming the form and power of Methodism. There is a lot of talk of holiness, but I’m not seeing much about the particulars involved. It is noteworthy that, when the original United Societies of Methodism came together, they started with the particulars.” (Added 2-3-2025)
“Keith Cowart” by Bishop Carolyn Moore via Art of Holiness. Interview with a bishop of the Free Methodist Church. (Added 2-3-2025)
“New Butler Global Church welcomes first worshippers” by William Pitts via Butler Eagle. “Butler Global Church — part of the Global Methodist Church — officially welcomed its first members during a special “Founders Day” service at American Legion Post 778 in Butler Township.” (Added 2-3-2025)
Tweet by Asbury Theological Seminary. “Rev. Dr. Carolyn Moore, Bishop of the Global Methodist Church, found the combination of education and community in the D.Min. program at Asbury Seminary to be “enlivening.” Which of our D.Min. cohorts will enliven your ministry? Email for more info.” (Added 2-3-2025)
“The MidSouth Annual Conference is…” by Mike Powers via MidSouth Conference. “making disciples of Jesus Christ from the nursery roll to the nursing home in 268 churches across Kentucky, West Virginia, middle and east Tennessee, southwest Virginia and northern Georgia;” (Added 1-31-2025)
“West Plains Connection: 1-29-2025” via West Plains Conference. “We made a big announcement last week on Connectional Funding for 2025! Thanks to our local churches who have and continue to be faithful and generous with their giving, we are asking churches to drop their connectional funding percentage from 4% to 3% starting immediately.” (Added 1-30-2025)
“The Way Home Newsletter – 1-29-2024” via the Mississippi – West Tennessee Conference. A new presiding elder and other news of the conference. (Added 1-30-2025)
“Heartland Conference News: 1-28-2025” via Heartland Conference. Newsletter featuring upcoming events and leadership. (Added 1-30-2025)
Pastor Evaluation Forms via Trinity Conference. Not every conference provides instruments for churches to evaluate clergy. Here are well-developed tools that some may wish to borrow. (Added 1-30-2025)
“Spirit and Fire Newsletter, January 2025” via Northeast Conference. News for the Northeast Conference of the GMC. (Added 1-30-2025)
“WBS Receives Endowed Scholarships from Amory GMC, Good News Magazine” via Wesley Biblical Seminary. “Amory First Global Methodist Church in Amory, Mississippi donated $60,000 to establish the Thomas L. Cooley endowed scholarship. The scholarship will be designated to support candidates for ministry in the Global Methodist Church, with preference given to those in Amory’s conference…. The publishers of Good News Magazine donated $50,000 to establish the Charles W. Keysor Good News endowed scholarship, to be awarded to a student pursuing ministry in the Global Methodist Church.” (Added 1-30-2025)
“The Alabama-Emerald Coast Conference of the GMC – A Conversation with Lester Spencer” by Jeffrey Rickman via Plainspoken. (1-30-2025)
“JD Walt” by Bishop Carolyn Moore via Art of Holiness. “He’s the creative genius behind so many good things happening in the Methodist stream. As a mutual friend says of him, “If you cut JD, he bleeds Jesus and vision!” Amen to that! In this conversation, we talk about the marks of a movement.” (Added 1-29-2025)
“New Opportunities for the Global Methodist Church: Embracing a Revived Wesleyan Vision” by Scott Pattison via Firebrand Magazine. “It seems that the GM Church finds itself at a unique moment in our formation, much like the one the Wesley brothers faced as Methodism transitioned from a renewal movement for the Church of England to a new denominational expression in America and beyond. That transformation has become truly global. Opportunities are now open for unique and needed contributions to the broader Christian community. Global Methodists are uniquely positioned to introduce a consistent, vibrant, dynamic Wesleyan expression to the world, especially among the more Calvinist and Reformed theologically-minded Evangelical culture and the growing landscape of non-denominational churches.” (Added 1-28-2025)
Post via Trinity GMC (Facebook). [photo] “And they’re off! Conference Superintendent Rev. Jason Burnham and key leaders from our cabinet, International Ministries team and School of Ministry are headed to Tanzania, Africa, to formalize our Conference-level ministry partnership with the Tanzania Provision Annual Conference. Our team will be present for their Convening Annual Conference in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, this coming weekend!” (Added 1-28-2025)
Post by San-ky Kim via Facebook. [photo] “Who blessed us by dropping in on Biola campus, today? I had the pleasure of welcoming bishop Carolyn Moore of Global Methodust Church here in southern California. Thank you bishop Moore for your work in leading us through living the Biblical holiness here and now.#BiolaConservatoryofMusic #globalmethodistchurch” (Added 1-28-2025)
“Methodism Rebooted: Thoughts on the GMC in 2025” by Bob Phillips via PeopleNeedJesus.net. Challenges and opportunities for the Global Methodist Church this year. (Added 1-27-2025)
Post by Bishop Carolyn Moore via Facebook. [Photo] Tour of the West: “So impressed with the Global Methodists I found in Washington state and beyond. Next stop — Phoenix! The Global Methodist Church.” (Added 1-26-2025)
Posts via Facebook. Scenes from Bishop Kimba’s installation in the DRC. Here Here Here. (Added 1-25-2025)
Post by Bishop Carolyn Moore via Facebook. [Photo] “Day one of a tour through the beautiful western states to teach prayer and holiness, encourage the faithful, and catch a vision for what can be! #gowest #globalmethodistchurch #artofholiness The Global Methodist Church” (Added 1-25-2025)
Post by Mikey Littau via Facebook. “The dream lives on. This article comes from the very top of the denomination of the Global Methodist Church. It’s a really cool story, but believe me, there was way more than could fit into one article. We are proud of the kids at the WTAMU Wesley. Keep runnin. Keep growin. Keep pressin in. Keep keepin Jesus first. Don’t give up till there’s a Fusion group in every dorm, floor, lobby, and unit. Cari and I love you kids.” (Added 1-25-2025)
“St. Paul’s sees growth after departure from United Methodists” by Chris Sokoloski via Coastal Observer (SC). Feature on a GMC congregation: “I think people are looking for a church that is willing to unapologetically stand on the Scripture,” said the Rev. J.R. Virgin, pastor at St. Paul’s. “They’re going to say, ‘this is what the Bible says and this is how we understand it.’ We are going to be very clear about that.” (Added 1-25-2025)
Post via GMC (Facebook). “Bishop Scott Jones and Mary Lou Reece have embarked on 30 day trip in Africa to visit Senegal, Ethiopia, and Nigeria, to connect with Global Methodist Church leaders, members, and communities. This incredible journey will shine a light on the work God is doing across the continent!” A private Facebook group will chronicle their journeys. (Added 1-24-2025)
“Asbury Seminary Announces the Departure of Rev. Dr. Michael Voigts” via Asbury Seminary. “Asbury Theological Seminary announces the departure of Reverend Dr. Michael Voigts, Professor of Christian Spirituality and Theology, who has been named senior pastor of First Methodist Waco in Waco, Texas. Dr. Voigts’ resignation is effective at the end of the spring semester, and he will begin his new role in May 2025.” (Adde 1-24-2025)
“New Series: The Offense of Methodism” by Jeffrey Rickman via Substack. “I have warned that leaving The United Methodist Church can give and has given a false sense of security to folks now comprising the Global Methodist Church. Just because we had the good sense to leave an apostate denomination does not mean that we are right with God.” (Added 1-24-2025)
“What in the world have we been doing?” by Bishop Carolyn Moore via Art of Holiness. “The following update from the GMC Assembly of Bishops was shared by video last week in a Connectional Conversations webinar. For those of us who absorb better in print, here is the text of that recording…” (Added 1-24-2025)
Tweet via GMC. “We’re thrilled to bring you the next installment of Connectional Conversations on February 13. Register at: https://heyor.ca/0SkTj2 Have a question you want answered? Submissions will be accepted until Noon CT on February 10. Submit your question at: https://heyor.ca/6sx90r” (Added 1-23-2025)
Overheard: The Connectional Commission on Evangelism, Church Multiplication, Mission Mobilization, and Disaster Response is now calling themselves the Commission on Kingdom Advancement. (Added 1-23-2025)
Post via Global Methodist Church (Facebook). The GMC expands the number of provisional conference in Africa and assigns a bishop to Liberia, Bishop Pena. (Added 1-22-2025)
“Denomination Affiliation at Buncombe Street” via Buncombe Street Methodist Church, Greenville, SC (YouTube). Unanimous recommendation of affiliation with the Global Methodist Church in preparation for a February all-church vote. Here’s why. (Added 1-22-2025)
“Ex-Taraba Gov. Jolly Nyame Resigns as Global Methodist Church Trustee” via Northern Nigeria Express. “Nyame expressed his gratitude for the appointment but stated that he felt it necessary to resign to maintain his role as a father figure to the entire Methodist Church in Nigeria, which encompasses the Global Methodist Church, the United Methodist Church in Nigeria, and the Southern Conference of the United Methodist Church. “My resignation is not to spite the Global Methodist Church but to remain as a father figure to all of the Methodist Church, which I have been a member of from time immemorial,” Bishop Nyame stated in the letter.” (Added 1-22-2025)
Overheard: The best way to refer to our African bishops is “Bishop Kimba” and “Bishop Pena.” (Added 1-22-2025)
Overheard: From Cat Enns in the GMC office: “In the effort to cut down on confusion and align our communication, we have decided on an abbreviation for the GMC’s Book of Doctrines & Discipline. BDD will be the abbreviation we use for consistency.” (Added 1-21-2025)
“Muscular Methodism?” by Chris Ritter via PeopleNeedJesus.net. “Renewed Methodism is working to overcome both milquetoast Mainline religion and breezy consumerist faith with a return to Scriptural Holiness.” (Added 1-21-2025)
“Over 12000 members break from the Methodist Church” via New Dawn (Liberia). “One of the five counts in the resolution of the disenchanted Methodist Members states: “That due to [the ] decision of the General Conference in Charlotte, North Carolina, USA, where gay and lesbian persons can be ordained and consecrated as bishop and pastors in the world-wide United Methodist Church UMC, the Weala District Conference [will] no [longer do] business with the United Methodist Church and any entity thereof.” (Added 1-21-2025)
“Leah Hidde-Gregory” by Carolyn Moore via Art of Holiness Podcast. “Bishop Leah Hidde-Gregory holds multiple distinctions. She was the first Conference Superintendent of the Global Methodist Church, launching the Mid-Texas Annual Conference. She has served as the Chair of the Global Methodist Transitional Leadership Council and as a Church Development Director in the UMC. Today, she serves as among the first bishops in the Global Methodist Church.” (Added 1-20-2025)
Post via Global Methodist Church (Facebook). “Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy reminds us to reflect on our role in pursuing justice and love in a divided world. Take a moment today to pray for unity and peace in our communities, and ask yourself: how can I live out God’s call to love extravagantly, witness boldly, and pursue holiness? Let’s commit to walking the path Dr. King modeled – one of faith, hope, and action.” (Added 1-20-2025)
Post via Global Methodist Church (Facebook). “Join us in prayer with the Assembly of Bishops this week as they focus on Peru and the incredible growth happening there.” (Added 1-18-2025)
“Wesleyan Sacramentology | W/ Dr. Vic Reasoner” by Method Ministries (YouTube). Discussion on Wesley’s view of the sacraments. (Added 1-18-2025)
“‘What I’ve Done So Poorly’ with Bishop Carolyn Moore” via Storm the Gates Podcast (Mid Texas). “A paradox is when two seemingly contradictory statements or situations are true. For those who know or know of Bishop Carolyn Moore, among other roles and gifts, she is known to be someone who lives with presence of the Holy Spirit. What she is known for she confesses she does poorly. She does poorly what we all know her to do well.” (Added 1-18-2025)
2:42 Conference Website. April 7-9 at Reynoldsburg Community Church (OH). “The 2:42 Conference, hosted by the Global Methodist Church, is a unique gathering of young clergy and seminary students, dedicated to building a vibrant community rooted in faith, fellowship, and the teachings of the Methodist tradition. First held at Lake Junaluska in North Carolina in April 2024, this inspiring event brought together over 125 passionate leaders, all under 40, to strengthen their callings and build lasting connections.” (Added 1-17-2025)
“Apostasy in the Mainline Churches – Why the GMC, ARC, and ACNA Formed” via The Church in Dialog (YouTube). Filmed in 2023 and released today, this panel features groups that have broken away from the Mainline, including the GMC. (Added 1-16-2025)
“Announcement Regarding the Position of Conference Superintendent” via MidSouth GMC (Facebook). Mike Powers announces his retirement as the conference superintendent of the MidSouth Conference. Bishop Levingston working with leadership on his replacement. (Added 1-16-2025)
“GMC Connectional Conversations | January 2025” by GMC via Vimeo. “Our first-ever Global Methodist Church Connectional Conversations held on January 16, 2024.” (Added 1-16-2025)
“My Wesleyan Discipleship Class and What God Is Doing in Tulsa” by Kevin Watson. “At every intensive I’ve taught in Tulsa, the Spirit has been present in a powerful way. It has felt to me like Asbury Theological Seminary’s Tulsa Extension Site is a laboratory of the Holy Spirit. We dive deep into the content and information of the course, while also actively seeking to experience the things we are learning about.” (Added 1-16-2025)
“The Current Epidemic of Pride and Our Critical Need for Humility” by Matt Reynolds via Firebrand Magazine. “In this time of shaking and scandal within the church, it is past time for us to right-size our egos and allow the meekness of Christ to be our guide. It is time to repent, pick up our servant’s towel, and meet Jesus at the cross. We are in the midst of an epidemic of pride, but we will never defeat this virus by taking on the ways of the world. Our only hope as Christians is getting lower, serving others, and walking the cruciform-shaped life of our savior.” (Added 1-14-2025)
Post via GMC (Facebook). “There’s still time to register for our first-ever GMC Connectional Conversations, happening THIS Thursday, January 16, 2025, at 8:15 AM CT! 🎉 Chief Connectional Officer Mike Schafer will share updates on the vision forward, new commissions, communication plans, and initiatives from our Assembly of Bishops to spread Scriptural Holiness.” (Added 1-13-2025)
Post via North Georgia Conference via Facebook. A February 1 event, the Ignite Conference, is discussed in this video invitation. David Watson will teach and Bishop John Pena Auta will attend and preside over a special called annual conference that will happen concurrently. (Added 1-13-2025)
“Aldersgate Empowering Conference 2025: A Pillar of Holy Spirit Renewal and Revival for GMC Mega Manila” via Mega Manila GMC Conference. “The Aldersgate Empowering Conference, an annual gathering held in Baguio City since 1994, once again became a hub for Holy Spirit encounters as it brought together over 300 participants from Luzon, Visayas, Mindanao, the Middle East, and the United States from January 2-4, 2025.” (Added 1-9-2024)
“A Mandatory Trait for Every Global Methodist Clergy” by David Donnan. “Reading will never replace a vibrant personal relationship with Christ and a healthy spiritual life, but it is an indispensable tool and a God-given gift that no Global Methodist minister should neglect. It strengthens the mind, deepens the spirit, and equips leaders to shepherd with wisdom and grace.” (Added 1-9-2024)
“The Congregation As Evangelist by Maxie Dunnam” by Maxie Dunnam via World Methodist Evangelism. “Our talking so much about a polarization between personal evangelism and the social gospel is absurd. The church was born out of concern for the whole person, the whole world, the whole gospel. We are not allowed to choose whether to be an evangelistic or a social gospel Christian. The world can never have enough of either.” (Added 1-8-2025)
“Four Women on a Mission” by Bishop Carolyn Moore via Art of Holiness Podcast. “Today we enter a new season at Art of Holiness with an experiment in leadership development, as I mentor three young women called to spiritual leadership. Join us for the journey.” (Added 1-8-2025)
Vote for the New Blog Name via GMC. “We were absolutely blown away by the 300+ incredible submissions we received for naming our new blog! Your creativity and passion inspire us every day. Now it’s time for YOU to have your say! We’ve narrowed it down to the top 5 finalists, and we need your vote to choose the winner.” (Added 1-8-2025)
Post by GMC (Facebook). “Yesterday marked another historic milestone for the Global Methodist Church as the Connectional Council convened for their first-ever meeting. We are filled with hope and gratitude for their commitment to lead our denomination forward with faith and purpose. Please join us in prayer for wisdom, unity, and discernment as they embark on this vital work. Together, we boldly embrace the future God has prepared for us!” (Added 1-7-2025)
“The Way Home Newsletter: January 7, 2025” via Mississippi-West Tennessee Conference. A Kevin Watson event, Scholarship opportunities, annual conference date, and end-of-year reporting deadlines are included. (Added 1-7-2025)
Post by Absalom Nuhu Kodei via Facebook. “In the face of adversity, your faith remains unshaken! Despite the attempts to disrupt your worship, the Kapusa Village Global Methodist Church in Abuja continues to thrive. Every Sunday, their spirit-filled worship services are a testament to God’s presence among them As the Bible says, “Where God is, there is growth” (2 Corinthians 9:8). Their numbers have increased, surpassing those who sought to terrorize them. They chose the path of peace, refusing to let their old building be desecrated. Instead, I advised them to commence worship services outside, trusting that God would soon restore their building to them.” (Added 1-7-2025)
“I Am No Longer My Own But Thine: Wesley’s Covenant Prayer” by Ryan Danker via Firebrand Magazine. The idea of a watch night service, or vigil, came to Wesley’s mind in 1742 after he heard of “several persons in Kingswood [who] met together at the school and…spent the greater part of the night in prayer and praise and thanksgiving.” (Added 1-7-2025)
“Recovering Our Nerve [Firebrand Big Read]” by David Watson via Firebrand Magazine. “COVID-19 did not create lasting problems in the church so much as it revealed them. A comfortable church can easily succumb to that cardinal sin of sloth. A church seeking respectability among those who do not share our faith or values will have abdicated her prophetic voice… Over time, the Western church lost its nerve. My prayer for 2025 is that we will begin to see a recovery of it. In what follows I’ll offer a few steps Christians can take to this end.” (Added 1-7-2025)
Tweet by GMC. “The Global Methodist Church is looking for a General Conference Event Project Manager to lead the planning & execution of our 2026 General Conference!” (Added 1-6-2025)
“The Case for Dual-Mode Baptism Practice” by Michael Bird. Not a GMC source, but it speaks into a conversation happening in the GMC over baptism practice stemming from both EUB and Methodist traditions. (Added 1-6-2025)
“Monday Morning PlainSpoken Morning Briefing (Jan. 6, 2025)” by Jeffrey Rickman via Plainspoken (YouTube). Includes a reading through recent Methodist news, including GMC Bishop John Pena Auta’s statement on the deadly Nigerian violence. (Added 1-6-2025)
“A Note From Bishop John Pena Auta” via North Georgia GMC. “The Rev. Dr. Kenny Ott, who faithfully served as your Conference Superintendent, has discerned a call to return to local church ministry… After consulting with key leadership bodies, I am pleased to announce the nomination of the Rev. Andy Postell as North Georgia’s next Conference Superintendent.” (Added 1-6-2025)
Post by Chris Ritter via Facebook. Geneseo First Methodist Church in Illinois had their highest number of baptisms in a single year in 2024. (Added 1-6-2025)
Post by Tim Prather via Facebook. “Proud of Wesley Church in Tupelo, MS! 18 new members on this first Sunday of the year! (Important fun fact: This was their FIRST Sunday as a congregation of the Global Methodist Church!!!)” (Added 1-6-2025)
“Pray for the Northeast Conference of the Global Methodist Church in Syracuse, New York” by Thom Rainer via ChurchAnswers.com. The Northeast Conference of the GMC occupies Thom Rainer’s prayer spotlight. (Added 1-6-2025)
Video Post by Ibrahim Zuppai via Facebook. “Procession during Baba Bishop John Pena Auta of Global Methodist Church unique thanksgiving service organized by his kinsmen in Bamigun, village in Karim Lamido LGA of Taraba State. The event was attended by both Christians, Muslims and traditional leaders in the area. The traditional leaders strongly warned unanimously against any attempt to breach peace in the area by any group or individual.” (Added 1-4-2025)
Post by Jim Dunn via Facebook. “The Youth of the Heartland Conference of the Global Methodist Church are holding a Prayer Retreat on the campus of Oklahoma Wesleyan University this weekend. Pray that God will bring revival through their prayers!” (Added 1-4-2025)
Post by GMC via Facebook. “As we step into 2025, our eight bishops are prepared to lead, teach, and inspire—spreading scriptural holiness to people across the globe. Today, let’s take a moment to pray for their work in the year ahead, asking God to guide and strengthen them in this sacred calling.” (Added 1-4-2025)
“Weekly Friday Afternoon Live Stream (Jan. 3, 2025)” by Jeffrey Rickman via Plainspoken. Rickman discusses his role as independent media serving Global Methodists. (Added 1-4-2025)
“Heart and Life Podcast” by Brandon Rogers. An elder in the North Alabama Conference launches a new GMC podcast. See Introductory Episode and Interview with Conference Superintendent Alan Beasley. Also available on Apple Podcasts. (Added 1-3-2025)
“Passing the Leadership Mantle: Revs. Jim Welch and Jason Burnham” via Voices of Trinity Podcast (YouTube). “The New Year signals the official change of leadership for the Trinity Conference. As 2024 draws to a close, we honor and thank Jim Welch for his tireless leadership as our Conference’s founding President Pro Tempore. Jim is officially retiring from this role today, while Jason Burnham’s role of Conference Superintendent officially begins tomorrow, New Year’s Day 2025.” (Added 1-2-2025)
“Top 2024 Moments for the Global Methodist Church” by David Donnan. David Donnan’s List of top moments in 2024 for the GMC. (Added 1-1-2025)
You can also visit the GMC Links 2024 Archive, GMC Links 2023 Archive and the Jan-Sept 2024 Archive
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