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Small Group: Vital Conversations on Race, Culture & Justice
Central will be offering the small group “Vital Conversations on Race, Culture, and Justice.” This program is offered as a way to begin a dialogue, face our misconceptions and fears, and move deliberately to spiritual, community, and social transformation.
Conference Update on Judicial Council Ruling
Last week, The Judicial Council of The United Methodist Church handed down its ruling on the constitutionality of the Traditional Plan that was passed in March during the special session of the General Conference. The Council ruled that some of the Traditional Plan petitions were constitutional, and some were not. Petitions found constitutional and taking effect January 1, 2020 included: An expansion of the definition of a “self-avowed practicing homosexual” to include persons in same-sex marriages or civil unions. Prohibition…