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Who makes decisions for The United Methodist Church if there is no one person in charge? Good question. The only body that can set official policy and speak for the denomination is the General Conference.
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Official highlights: 2019 General Conference

Watch a video montage that shows how delegates worshiped together, discussed complex issues, and passed legislation.

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United Methodists gathered in St. Louis, Missouri, for General Conference 2019. Photo by Paul Jeffrey for United Methodist News Service.
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2019 Special Session of the General Conference

Read the news and press releases as well as resources related to the 2019 Special Session of the General Conference.

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Resources

  • Historic record contains the minutes of an early conference of Methodist preachers. Photo by Kathleen Barry, United Methodist Communications. #UMCGC

    Who We Are

    Why United Methodist General Conference? History and highlights
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  • Timeline shares some of the history and highlights of General Conference. Infographic by United Methodist Communications.

    Who We Are

    Infographic: United Methodist General Conference History and Highlights
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Archives

  • Press Center

    Council of Bishops Affirms Connectional Table's Work on U.S. Structure
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  • Applications are being accepted through July 31, 2019, for volunteer marshals and pages to serve at General Conference 2020.

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    Application process open for General Conference 2020 marshals and pages
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