methodist

  1. Ffion Eleri

    Methodist and Baptist - Advice Requested

    Hi all, I am a christened and raised Methodist Christian, attending a Methodist church for the first ten or so years of my life - however, due to my parents' non-believing, and several other issues, it has taken me almost eight years to rediscover God, scripture, and the Bible. My boyfriend is...
  2. Ffion Eleri

    Baptist and Methodist - Advice Requested

    Hi all, I am a christened and raised Methodist Christian, attending a Methodist church for the first ten or so years of my life - however, due to my parents' non-believing, and several other issues, it has taken me almost eight years to rediscover God, scripture, and the Bible. My boyfriend is...
  3. rockytopva

    Dancing Methodist Worship Service

    Called this video ”Dancing Methodist Worship Service” and put “Dancing Methodist Worship Service - Robert Sheffey Camp Meeting... The Methodist can dance too!” in the title
  4. Ashley755

    Interview questions for a Methodist or Lutheran Pastor

    :wave:Update: I found someone from a nearby church to answer my questions via email, so nevermind everyone. Thank you though! Hello! I'm a college student doing a theology class and I need to interview a pastor of a different denomination. I'm looking at Methodist and Lutheran. I was...
  5. SaintCody777

    George Whitefield's statue taken down all because he owned slaves

    Historians dispute Penn’s explanation for removing statue of early American preacher | The College Fix Tearing Down Evangelical Icons: Why Penn’s Decision to Remove George Whitefield Statue May Be Good for American Evangelicalism My Weleyan and Holiness Movement brethern should be especially...
  6. KagomeShuko

    Methodist seminary classes

    Do Methodist pastors have to take pastoral counseling classes when they are in seminary?
  7. KagomeShuko

    ELCA vs. UMC

    I've asked in both the Lutheran and Methodist forums about the differences between the Theology of the ELCA and Methodists. I understand that the movements of the churches come from different roots. I find one major difference is that the Methodist preach of becoming perfect on earth. The...
  8. KagomeShuko

    ELCA and United Methodists Differences

    I keep trying to find the differences between ELCA and the UMC. I only find one major difference - that the UMC believes in becoming holy on this earth and has more of a focus on earthly works. However, they still believe in God's grace and that Jesus is the one who saves. They believe that...
  9. W

    The Struggles of a Christian Significant Other and a Desire to Learn

    Hello. I'm looking for answers from Christians in particular, although I won't turn anyone away if they have advise or understanding to give. I come from a particularly Atheist background in my upbringing. My parents both strongly disbelieving. My school touching on, but not truly delving into...
  10. S

    Methodist apps, podcasts, teachers

    I drive a lot and have learned from various pastors and teachers like RC Sproul, Chip Ingram, Chuck Swindoll, etc. Are there any Methodist equivalents? I was surprised to not find any and both pastors at my church also seemed to not know. Thanks for any suggestions
  11. SpiritSong

    Hi, I just joined

    I'm a woman in my mid 60s, from the USA and retired, but I am a Volunteer. I'm here to meet folks and socialize and have a bit of fun. I am a widow, so I guess that makes me single. My beloved passed away in 2005. I live alone with my guinea pig and pet fish. I'm a member of the United Methodist...
  12. rockytopva

    Methodist Laughing Exercises

    David Sullins, “Recollections of an Old Man – Seventy Years in Dixie” Testimony I was converted in my twelfth year, in the old log church in the town of Athens, Tn. Our place of worship was two miles in the country at Cedar Springs; but occasionally when there were no services at our church...
  13. Raphael Jauregui

    News in theology that's debated:The UMC commissions first non-binary trans* clegy

    The United Methodist News Communications are reporting that the United Methodist Church has commissioned what they believe is the first non-binary transgender person to become clergy in the denomination. In 2008, the Judicial Council of the UMC ruled that trans* people can serve as clergy in the...
  14. Fish and Bread

    Benediction from the End of the DNC Convention

  15. Kristen Johnson

    Hello!

    Hello everyone. I am a liberal Christian and I am joining mostly to participate in Theology and Discussion/Debate forums. I find discussion of differing points of view, using the same Bible, to be a fascinating process. Interests include: Methodism, feminism, climate change, animal rights...
  16. Fish and Bread

    Hillary Clinton is the Most Religious Candidate Left in the Race

    I've been trying not to get too political since we've revived the Liberal Catholic forum here (By my standards, anyway ;) ). However, I just have to say something here, because there is a story about religion in politics that's getting a lot of attention lately, and, as usual, Donald Trump is...
  17. Fish and Bread

    Methodist General Conference has lessons for Christianity's other branches

    Link: http://ncronline.org/blogs/small-c-catholic/methodist-general-conference-has-lessons-christianitys-other-branches
  18. L

    Dating with Different Denominations

    I asked this in a different thread, but someone suggested to ask it here also. I know this is long, but I really need advice. I will try to explain the best I can. I apologize if there is any confusion. My boyfriend and I are 22 years old and have been together for almost 2 years. He and his...
  19. L

    Dating with Different Denominations

    I know this is long, but I really need advice. I will try to explain the best I can. I apologize if there is any confusion. My boyfriend and I are 22 years old and have been together for almost 2 years. He and his family are very strong Lutherans and I grew up in a relaxed Methodist environment...