The people of The United Methodist Church believe.
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TODAY
We are an 11 million-strong global church that is on the ground in more than 80 countries including Haiti.
We stand with Haiti and its earthquake victims. Not only in the moments of initial shock but as an active partner on the journey toward a holistic recovery.
It didn’t take an earthquake to bring United Methodists to Haiti. And it will take more than an earthquake to keep us away.
We are doers. Committed to ending hunger, eradicating diseases of poverty, and being the healing faith community as God calls us to be.
We aren't striving to be all the same, but we are striving to work together to make a significant difference in the world.
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BELIEFS
We have basic beliefs about the social world, which is summed up in our Social Creed:
We believe in God, Creator of the world; and in Jesus Christ, the Redeemer of creation. We believe in the Holy Spirit, through whom we acknowledge God’s gifts, and we repent of our sin in misusing these gifts to idolatrous ends.
We affirm the natural world as God’s handiwork and dedicate ourselves to its preservation, enhancement, and faithful use by humankind. We joyfully receive for ourselves and others the blessings of community, sexuality, marriage, and the family.
We commit ourselves to:
-- the rights of men, women, children, youth, young adults, the aging, and people with disabilities;
-- improvement of the quality of life; and
-- the rights and dignity of racial, ethnic, religious minorities.
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We believe in God, Creator of the world; and in Jesus Christ, the Redeemer of creation. We believe in the Holy Spirit, through whom we acknowledge God’s gifts, and we repent of our sin in misusing these gifts to idolatrous ends.
We affirm the natural world as God’s handiwork and dedicate ourselves to its preservation, enhancement, and faithful use by humankind. We joyfully receive for ourselves and others the blessings of community, sexuality, marriage, and the family.
We commit ourselves to:
-- the rights of men, women, children, youth, young adults, the aging, and people with disabilities;
-- improvement of the quality of life; and
-- the rights and dignity of racial, ethnic, religious minorities.
• More about our church
• History
• Interactive map
FAQ
Which Bible is used by the Methodists?
United Methodists don't have an official version or translation of the Bible. Rather we affirm the usefulness of a number of translations and versions. The New Revised Standard Version is often used for teaching purposes.
What are the Methodist practices and beliefs?
United Methodists share basic affirmations in common with all Christian communities. MORE.
What is the difference between Methodists and Baptists?
What is different about us is our Wesleyan heritage. MORE
If I am a baptized [another denomination], do I have to abandon my [current] faith to become a member of a United Methodist Church?
Those coming from another Christian church would make a profession of faith to be received as a member.
Do you have a listing of churches and locations?
Yes, you can search all our churches by location, with full ministry details. MORE
Are there Spanish language services around my area?
To find that answer locally, you can search churches in your area here.
Can you have godparents in The United Methodist Church?
Yes, parents can choose another Christian or two to help nurture and encourage their child to love God and grow in faith.
What are the ministries of The United Methodist Church?
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. MORE
United Methodists don't have an official version or translation of the Bible. Rather we affirm the usefulness of a number of translations and versions. The New Revised Standard Version is often used for teaching purposes.
What are the Methodist practices and beliefs?
United Methodists share basic affirmations in common with all Christian communities. MORE.
What is the difference between Methodists and Baptists?
What is different about us is our Wesleyan heritage. MORE
If I am a baptized [another denomination], do I have to abandon my [current] faith to become a member of a United Methodist Church?
Those coming from another Christian church would make a profession of faith to be received as a member.
Do you have a listing of churches and locations?
Yes, you can search all our churches by location, with full ministry details. MORE
Are there Spanish language services around my area?
To find that answer locally, you can search churches in your area here.
Can you have godparents in The United Methodist Church?
Yes, parents can choose another Christian or two to help nurture and encourage their child to love God and grow in faith.
What are the ministries of The United Methodist Church?
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. MORE