Regionalization allows United Methodists throughout the worldwide denominational connection to best serve their unique communities as they share the love of God, make disciples and transform the world. It allows each region of the church to make decisions that will best support outreach and ministry efforts in their specific setting.
Regionalization was developed collaboratively by United Methodists across the globe. It was adopted by an overwhelming majority of General Conference delegates at the postponed 2020 General Conference held in 2024. It was ratified in 2025 and the United Methodist Constitution was amended so that nine regional conferences now comprise The UMC: one in the U.S. and eight in Africa, Europe and the Philippines.
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Source: Connectional Table
