At these gatherings, we will receive news about important topics being addressed and voted on at General Conference (April 23 – May 3) and what these things mean for us at Christ Church. No registration necessary.
Click below for a short primer to address common questions that Kentucky United Methodists might have about General Conference:
Holy God of Grace, we confess that grace is a word that falls so easily from our lips but sometimes is difficult to put into practice. Strengthen us during this time of General Conference as we truly want to show grace to one another.
We pray specifically for those who will attend the General Conference. Many are going there wounded, broken and hurt. We pray for your guidance for those who will be about the business of the church and who may arrive with bruised egos and battered spirits. Some come to the gathering with dread, and others with the anticipation of success for a cause they believe heartily in. But no matter the attitude, we know in our very souls that we are a broken connection. Many of us feel as fragile as a bird's wing, tattered and easily broken. And Lord, so many have been broken and wounded during these days of infighting and exchanging hateful words. Forgive us.
Forgive us our desperate clinging to the belief that we know what is completely right. Forgive us our willfulness and arrogance. We stand, knowing we should be on our knees. We preen, when we should be humble. We gloat, when we should be begging for a clearer understanding of one another. Forgive us our pridefulness and unwillingness to even consider the viewpoint of others. We pray for mercy and for wisdom.
Grant us your guidance and your peace so that we may be about your business of spreading healing, love, peace and mercy to all of your people. Amen.
Philippians 4:6 -7 - “Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.”
April 23 - Lord Jesus, we pray for all delegates serving at the General Conference. May your peace, wisdom, and guidance be upon them all. Amen
April 24 - Lord Jesus, please guard the hearts and minds of all delegates. Amen
April 25 - Lord Jesus, we pray for strength for all serving at the convention center. May all experience your love, touch, and peace today. Amen
April 26 - Lord Jesus, may the witness of the delegates be of love, compassion, and truth. Amen
April 27 - Lord Jesus, thy will be done in all decisions at the conference. Amen
April 28 - Lord Jesus, we pray for humble, respectful, and honest conversations amongst the delegates. Amen
April 29 - Lord Jesus, we pray for protection of all delegates from all the schemes of the evil one to distract and divide them from their focus on you, Jesus. Amen
April 30 - Lord Jesus, please use the delegates to be instruments of peace and encouragement today. Amen
May 1 - Lord Jesus, please help the delegates to be still in your presence. Amen
May 2 - Lord Jesus, may we always remember that you are the Great Shepherd and Head of the Church. Amen
May 3 - Lord Jesus, may your Church remain focused to reach souls for your kingdom and continue to make disciples. Amen
The General Conference is the only body that can set official policy and speak for the denomination. Watch the video for more information.