?? What is happening in the Methodist Church?
This is NOT the Methodist church my Granny attended!!!
From their Book of Resolutions:
"7.P. rohibit guns on church property To help prevent gun violence United Methodist congregations are “to display signs that prohibit carrying guns onto church property.” 8. Advocate for regulation Finally, we are called “to advocate at the local and national levels for laws that prevent or reduce gun violence.” Some of these measures include: Universal background checks on all gun purchases, ensuring that all guns are sold through licensed retailers, and establishing a minimum age of 21 years for a gun purchase or possession. Ratifying the Arms Trade Treaty. Prohibiting those convicted of violent crimes, those under restraining order due to the threat of violence, and those with serious mental illness that may be a danger to themselves or others from purchasing a gun. Ensuring greater access to services for those suffering from mental illness. Banning magazine and weapons designed to fire multiple rounds each time the trigger is pulled. Promoting technologies that help law-enforcement agencies trace crime guns and promote public safety.
The UMC is currently conducting a hugely important commission which will propose models for splitting or staying together. 3 basic models have been proposed. They each have their own link at UMC evangelical website:
Traditional Plan
One Church Plan
Connectional Conference Plan