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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.
Visit the official site of General Conference 2020. Image by United Methodist Communications.
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General Conference 2020 Official Site

Find information, news and resources at The United Methodist Church's official site for General Conference 2020.

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Bishop Warner H. Brown preaches at the opening worship for the United Methodist 2016 General Conference in Portland, Ore. File photo by Maile Bradfield, UM News.
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How are General Conference delegates chosen?

Every four years, delegates gather from all over the world to make decisions on behalf of the denomination. Learn more about these members of the church's highest legislative body.

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Resources

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

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    Infographic: United Methodist General Conference History and Highlights
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  • Historic record contains the minutes of an early conference of Methodist preachers. Photo by Kathleen Barry, United Methodist Communications. #UMCGC

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    Why United Methodist General Conference? History and highlights
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  • A view of the Minneapolis skyline and the Stone Arch Bridge. (Canva Pro Stock Media/Getty Images Pro)

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    Commission sets dates for postponed General Conference; will explore new uses of technology
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  • Bishop Warner H. Brown preaches at the opening worship for the United Methodist 2016 General Conference in Portland, Ore. File photo by Maile Bradfield, UM News.

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    Ask The UMC: Role of General Conference delegates
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