Should Gays and Lesbians have their own conferences in the United Methodist church?

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Why is it these groups want to be members of a denomination but don't want to agree with its teachings?

That would be like me saying: "I want to join the Catholic Church but I don't agree with the perpetual virginity of Mary, the authority of the Pope, etc."

The answer to that is simple: "Fine. Go join the Southern Baptists."

The United Methodist Church is not a confessional denomination. That is one does not have to agree with the doctrinal standards or policies to be a member.