United Methodist Churches

Social concern, evangelism, and Christian education have all been important aspects of the Methodist movement since the era of John Wesley. United Methodist churches have traditionally sought to integrate these concerns into the worship service, especially through special program emphases promoted by various denominational boards and agencies.

The historical roots of the United Methodist Church include a concern for social piety and worship. John Wesley's General Rules required Methodists to...

 

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