Whereas, sovereign nations have within their power the ability to influence lives and spiritual values; and
Whereas, many Native American sovereignties have chosen to use and promote gambling as a means of economic development; and
Whereas, The United Methodist Church has historically and strongly deplored gambling;
Therefore, be it resolved, that sovereign Native American nations are urged to explore and implement means of economic development not dependent upon gambling; and
Be it further resolved, that United Methodists everywhere be urged to reaffirm the historical United Methodist stand against gambling and to support the efforts of sovereign Native American nations to provide means and methods of economic development that do not depend upon gambling.
General Conference Webmaster: Susan Brumbaugh
PETS Creator: John Brawn
Petition Text: 20547-CS-NonDis-O
1996 United Methodist General Conference