I am excited to share what the United Methodist Council of Bishops and the Connectional Table, which involves the various key leaders in the denomination, have just recently shared.
A new Vision for The United Methodist Church has just been unveiled—a vision that reflects our deep commitment to embodying God’s dream for the world:
“The United Methodist Church forms disciples of Jesus Christ who, empowered by the Holy Spirit, love boldly, serve joyfully, and lead courageously in local communities and worldwide connections.”
Let’s briefly explore what this vision means in action:
Love Boldly: We passionately love God and, like Jesus, embrace and include people of every age, nation, race, gender, and walk of life.
Serve Joyfully: With the heart of Christ, we journey alongside the most vulnerable, offering care and compassion with joy.
Lead Courageously: And, following Jesus’ example, we resist and dismantle all systems of evil, injustice, and oppression, striving for peace, justice, and reconciliation.
God is calling United Methodists to embody this vision as we form and grow disciples, develop Christ-like leaders, stand in solidarity with the poor and the most vulnerable, and seek health and wholeness for all people and creation.
This renewed vision is more than words—it is an invitation to embrace joy and hope as we live God’s mission. It also provides us with a clear, Christ-centered framework for missional unity and collaboration across our worldwide connection.
Now, more than ever, the world must experience God’s boundless love.
As the people of the United Methodist Church, we embrace God’s call to be and form disciples of Jesus Christ, who, empowered by the Holy Spirit, love boldly, serve joyfully, and lead courageously to transform lives, communities, and the world.
You can learn more about this vision at ResourceUMC.org/vision.
Grace and peace,
Pastor Steve