¶707. The Annual Conferences shall provide for the
connectional relationship between the general boards and commissions and the
conference, district, and local church. The connectional relationship may be
provided for in ways and with structures within the Annual Conference that the
Annual Conference determines to be appropriate for its mission, except that
functions and structures that are mandated by the Discipline shall be
provided. In providing for the structure or structures, the Annual Conference
shall be inclusive (¶707.4) and shall consider representation from
churches of various sizes.
General Conference Webmaster: Susan Brumbaugh
PETS Creator: John Brawn
Petition Text: 20428-CO-707-D
1996 United Methodist General Conference