UMC News
Stay current with our standing within the UMC, updates on The Protocol, and the future of Christ Church as we navigate the denominational divide.
Christ Church has been constant throughout its history in its theology, values, ministries, fellowship, and culture in serving the Kingdom of God. We intend to maintain that culture and will continue to serve Jesus Christ in the manner that scripture calls us, no matter what. Christ Church is still Christ Church.
We believe in the authority of scripture
Are We Really Better Together? Podcast
Sr. Pastor Rev. Paul Lawler and Pastor Grant Caldwell share a clear understanding of the current divide in the United Methodist Church. Each week, they'll discuss a chapter from Robert Renfroe and Walter Fenton's book, Are We Really Better Together?
Prepare For The Vote
This congregational vote has passed.
Frequently Asked Questions
While these are a few of the most frequently-asked questions, all are encouraged to read the Full FAQ!
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A congregational meeting has been scheduled for Sunday, Oct. 30, 2022, to vote to disaffiliate from UMC. For the resolution to pass, it must receive an affirmative vote of two-thirds of the members of Christ Church in attendance.
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A two-thirds majority vote from Christ Church members in attendance at the congregational meeting to disaffiliate
Agreement to pay two years of apportionments
Agreement to pay our share of the unfunded pension liability of the Annual Conference
A majority vote by delegates of the Special Annual Conference scheduled for May 22, 2023
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The United Methodist Church is a divided and hurting church, confronted with major disagreements on essential theological doctrines and the inspiration and interpretation of Scripture. This has led to ecclesiastical disobedience and divided approaches to our mission. Disaffiliation
Christ Church Memphis has always been consistent in supporting the renewal and preservation of historic, orthodox, evangelical Christianity in the Wesleyan tradition. We are at a point where this commitment is at odds with a significant portion of the UMC and its leadership.
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Membership
To participate in the United Methodist Church disaffiliation vote on October 30, you must be a Christ Church Memphis registered member. To confirm your membership, please direct your questions to membership@christchurchmemphis.org, so we can properly and efficiently address your needs.
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Go Further
Use the links below to discover more about what we intend to leave behind and what we intend to pursue as a spiritual community grounded in God’s Word.
The Global Methodist Church is a new Methodist denomination that we align with; one that is sound in its theological interpretation of scripture according to the Book Of Discipline, which we as a church adhere to. The Denominational Comparison chart is also a helpful resource for understanding the division between what Christ Church and the UMC upholds.
