General Conference 2016: Guide
You'll find what you need to know about navigating General Conference here — whether you are in Portland or following from home. Learn about how General Conference works, how to get around the convention center, and what things to see and do in Portland.
Christ among us: Spirit-filled moments at GC 2016
Worship, prayer, and celebrations surround the work of the General Conference, and lift up God’s work in the people of The United Methodist Church. Read More
Discover the treasures: Finding God in our woundedness
Cheyenne and Arapaho descendants of victims of a massacre share with United Methodists how to move forward by searching for the presence of God. Read More
‘More than we could ask or imagine’ – God-sized dreams of service
Song in celebration of Imagine No Malaria, “Able,” encourages us to dream and work toward missions beyond what we can do on our own. Read More
Get Your Spirit in Shape: We Believe in Prayer
Several bishops share about their prayer initiatives at General Conference, and how prayer enriches our lives every day. Listen
We believe in prayer: Bishops emphasize prayer at General Conference
As spiritual leaders of the church, United Methodist bishops lead several prayer ministries before and during General Conference. Read More
What Christian conferencing is and isn't
The practice encourages listening and learning from one another, with a focus on mutual understanding. There are no winners or losers. Read More
Why United Methodist General Conference? History and highlights
General Conferences are part of our culture as United Methodists. They have shaped us in the past and will lead us into the future. Read More
Infographic: United Methodist General Conference History and Highlights
Easy one-page graphic explains the path The United Methodist Church has taken since the first General Conference. More
Every United Methodist can be part of General Conference 2016
Don’t sit out General Conference just because you are not a delegate. There are several ways to get (and stay) connected to all that will happen. Read More
What will General Conference mean to my United Methodist church?
The work, worship, celebrations, and remembrances of General Conference help local congregations fulfill their call to make disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world. Read More