What is a United Methodist

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OUR GLOBAL CHURCH

United Methodists come in all sizes, shapes, colors, dispositions, outlooks and life stories, but share a unique history and faith perspective. Our members speak many languages and live in many countries. No matter how or where they serve Jesus Christ, United Methodists do G work in a unique structure referred to the connection." This concept has been central to Methodism from its beginning. Connectionalism comes to life through our clergy appointment system, our mission and outreach, and through our collective giving.

       We live out our call to mission and ministry by engaging in ministry with the poor, combating diseases of poverty by improving health globally, creating new places for new people and renewing existing congregations, and developing principled Christian leaders. No one congregation can do all these ministries, but together through the power of our connection ”we can make a tremendous difference.
 

OUR FAITH

The United Methodist Church is an 11-million-strong global church that opens hearts, opens doors and opens minds through active engagement with our world.John Wesley and the early Methodists placed primary emphasis on Christian living, on putting faith and love into action. This emphasis on what Wesley referred to as "practical divinity" has continued to be a hallmark of United Methodism today.We invite you to learn more about our rich theological heritage by Clicking on this link to access the United Methodist Church national website, and Visiting us at 305 West 7th Street in Hays, Kansas.

 Note: data above copied from the UMC.org website.