Human Sexuality

Unity in The United Methodist Church. Photo illustration by Kathleen Barry, United Methodist Communications

The United Methodist Church affirms “human sexuality as a sacred gift” in the denomination’s Revised Social Principles (approved for adoption at the Postponed 2020 General Conference).

Though the topic of sexuality has been debated within the denonination, all people are welcome in the church and encouraged to follow their call for ministry and mission to make disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world.

Reconciling Ministries Network offers a resources titled "Say More" to support thoughtful onversation around LGBTQ+ inclusion.

Human Sexuality

Reconciling Ministries Network offers a resource titled "Say More" to support thoughtful conversation around LGBTQ+ inclusion.

Protestors in support of LGBTQ clergy line the entryway to the 2016 United Methodist General Conference May 18 in Portland, Ore. Many wore or carried  clergy stoles of defrocked clergy.

Ask The UMC-FAQs

The United Methodist Church has a long history of differing views about homosexuality. Ask The UMC explains the current positions.

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