United Methodist bishops have called for a leadership gathering in 2026 — rather than a special session of General Conference. Here is what is known so far about the event.
Bishop John Wesley Yohanna has joined a new Methodist denomination, and the Council of Bishops will name interim leadership for The United Methodist Church in Nigeria.
United Methodist Council of Bishops President Thomas J. Bickerton sees potential for big changes coming out of General Conference — including an end to the denomination’s bans related to LGBTQ people. Bishops, he said, will have a role to play in what comes next.
The United Methodist Church is grappling with questions that affect its relationships with other Methodist denominations and its growing ties with The Episcopal Church.
