Definition of Clergy.--Clergy in The United Methodist Church are individuals who serve as deacons, elders, and local pastors under appointment of a bishop (full and part-time), who hold membership in an annual conference, and who are ordained or licensed.
General Conference Webmaster: Susan Brumbaugh
PETS Creator: John Brawn
Petition Text: 22673-LC-114-D
1996 United Methodist General Conference