Petition Text: 22907-MN-NonDis-O

We petition the 1996 General Conference of The United Methodist Church to examine the procedures for dismissal of clergy or staff that reflects a lifestyle that is not in accordance with the beliefs and doctrines stated in the Book of Discipline. We ask that all annual conferences be represented to cast a vote rather than just the conference to which the person is appointed. When a minister or staff member associated with The United Methodist Church makes national headlines taking part in seminars, etc., proclaiming "Sophia" or other beliefs so contrary to God's Word, it not only offends and reflects on all members of The United Methodist Church, but on all persons who call themselves "Christian." How can we allow any person to cast that image on our Church?

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Petition Text: 22907-MN-NonDis-O
1996 United Methodist General Conference