...elected by the jurisdictions of The United Methodist Church prior to May 1, 1996, shall have life tenure. Bishops elected by the jurisdictions of The United Methodist Church after May 1, 1996, shall be subject to a quadrennial retention vote by the members of the conferences in the episcopal area to which they are assigned. Each bishop...electing him or her shall have determined.
General Conference Webmaster: Susan Brumbaugh
PETS Creator: John Brawn
Petition Text: 22039-MN-53-C
1996 United Methodist General Conference