Vacancy in the Office of Bishop.--A vacancy in the office of bishop may
occur due to death, retirement (¶ 509.1, .2, .3), resignation
(¶ 509.4), judicial procedure (¶ 2626.2), leave of
absence (¶ 511.1) or disability (¶ 511.4)
(¶ 511.3). In case assignment of a bishop...as
provided in ¶ 620.2.
This paragraph shall become effective at the conclusion of the 1996 General Conference.
General Conference Webmaster: Susan Brumbaugh
PETS Creator: John Brawn
Petition Text: 21254-MN-508-D
1996 United Methodist General Conference