2. A bishop and other clergy who are retired, located, on appointment beyond the local church, on disability, or on sabbatical leave may, at their own initiative, also seek affiliate membership in a local church after consultation with the home church pastor, the district superintendent, and the resident bishop where the local church is situated.
General Conference Webmaster: Susan Brumbaugh
PETS Creator: John Brawn
Petition Text: 22111-LC-227-D
1996 United Methodist General Conference