Petition Text: 22283-GM-NonDis-O

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Whereas, current social and economic needs across the nation call upon the Church for attention and action in accordance with Christ's teachings; and

Whereas, developing contacts and linkages between church groups and community organizations is key to the understanding of and response to human hurt and need and is a primary strength of the Church and Community Ministry program; and

Whereas, for many decades Church and Community workers have proven themselves to be an effective response of national missionary outreach for The United Methodist Church in rural areas, and more recently in urban and specialized settings as well; and

Whereas, Church and Community workers as national missionaries have numerous skills that have enriched and continue to enrich Christian ministry in town and country communities, urban settings, and specialized ministry assignments; and

Whereas, the Church and Community workers are the only cadre of missionaries serving within the bounds of the USA who are employed and assigned by the General Board of Global Ministries;

Therefore, be it resolved, that the program of Church and Community Ministry be continued with a cadre of employed and assigned personnel within the structure of the General Board of Global Ministries and/or its successor organizations.

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Petition Text: 22283-GM-NonDis-O
1996 United Methodist General Conference