Petition Text: 20852-MN-313-D

Understanding Petition Numbers

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Add a new sub-point to ¶313.1:

Family Leave.----This relationship is granted to diaconal ministers who, because of an immediate family member's need for full-time care, are temporarily unwilling or unable to perform the duties of their ministry. This relationship may be initiated by the Diaconal Minster, and shall be granted by the conference Board of Diaconal Ministry. This relationship shall be approved annually and shall not exceed five consecutive years.

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Petition Text: 20852-MN-313-D
1996 United Methodist General Conference