Methodism

Yes, they do have deacons. They also have deaconesses..

No, this is a Catholic ritual.

They usually wear robes when they are leading services. Most wear a suit and sometimes a collar when not in the pulpit.

From the 28 June 1703 - 2 March 1791.

Officially, the United Methodist church requires faithfulness in marriage and chastity in singlehood. Under this rule, homosexuals may not marry or serve as clergy in the United Methodist church. However, these policies are the subject of ongoing discussions within the church and could change. In the meantime, homosexuals may become members, serve on committees as lay people, etc.

Short answer: Some do. Long answer: Most "reformed" churches do, some Baptist do, Catholics don't, Lutherans don't, Presbyterian do. I think the concept is best understand in the history and context of other reformed doctrines, a good source can be found at http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/History_of_Calvinist-Arminian_debate

You abbreviate United Methodist Church with UMC. There is not an abbreviation for Methodism.

The biggest difference among the 3 is style of worship. The Episcopal Church is a bridge between the Roman Catholic and Protestants. It is rich in tradition and rituals. The majority of Episcopal churches are "high church", meaning being formal and adhering to a liturgical practice. The United Methodists are a direct ofshoot of the Episcopal church and shares most of its beliefs and doctrine. Unlike the Episcopal church, the United Methodists have been more willing to adopt contemporary styles of worship, including praise bands and the like. You will find many UMC that are liturgical and are somewhat formal in their worship. The Lutherans are somewhat in the middle of the other 2. All three are sacramental, believe in the Apostolic Succession, and have ordained ministries. All 3 are in a formal communion with each other-allowing for shared preaching and celebrating the sacraments.

The purpose was to help Tom's wife out while his in jail. then they went downtown to go smoke some crack.

John Wesley (1703 - 1791)is famous as one of the chief agents of what came to be known as the Wesleyan revival in England. Together with John Whitfield he preached to vast crowds in the open air, since the Church of England pulpits were closed to him. God honored his obedience and brought revival to many parts of England. Wesley rode many thousands of miles on horseback and is credited with the saying 'the world is my parish.'

Wesley, who was the second surviving son of Rector Samuel Wesley and Suzanna, who raised their family in a disciplined and pious manner. He later referred to himself as a 'brand plucked from the burning', as at age five the Rectory was burnt and he was forgotten until finally rescued.

As time went on, he organized what came to be known as the Methodist Church, so named after the nickname given to him and his brother Charles who together with others practiced a particular type of devotion to God and religious practice, which in Wesley's well-organized way was very methodical, hence the name. He was largely responsible for organizing the growing Methodist church and training and ordaining preachers who assisted him in spreading the Gospel.

For most of his long life Wesley enjoyed good health, which, as recorded in his Journal he attributed to:" (1) the power of God, which fitted him for his calling; (2) traveling 4-5,000 miles a year; (3) the ability to sleep at command, by either day or night; (4)having risen at 4 in the morning for over 60 years; (5) having preached at 5 in the morning for over fifty years; (6) lastly evenness of temper - I feel and grieve but by the grace of God I fret at nothing."

This latter quality was frequently called for, especially in the early days of the Methodist revival, as Wesley often became the brunt of the force of angry mobs, which he made a habit of calmly meeting and, upon talking calmly with the ringleaders often won them around. On more than one occasion, he calmly faced a violent death unperturbed.

John Wesley's mothers name was Susannah. She was strict and taught John and his siblings how to read and about the Bible. Many of the characteristics that define Methodism can be traced back to her.

The fact is that yes, you can. They are open door to anyone that would like to experience the Methodist church.

The Methodist church is welcoming to all types of people, and I can say without a doubt that you will be welcome there.

I grew up in the Methodist church, and my grandfather is a retired methodist minister of about 40 years.

Also, I have attended many weddings. If your soon to be husband is Methodist, tell him you would like to meet the Minister. All Methodist ministers I have ever met, are very warm and welcoming. I'm sure that a small meet such as this will make you feel SO much more comfortable.

Hope this helps! :-)

Methodists believe that if you have a personal relationship with Christ and have been baptized then your soul will go to heaven to live with Christ forever.

Officially, the United Methodist Church discourages the use of alcohol. Alcohol is very rarely if ever seen in a Methodist church building. However, it is not unusual for Methodists to drink together outside a church building.

The new testement doesn"t say he spoke in tongues. When ever it states that he spoke to the Father Jesus spoke in His native tongue.

Methodist Christians believe in Jesus Christ as their personal savior. They believe in the faith as expressed by the Apostle's Creed. They promise to support the church. Beyond that there is great freedom for the members. Both Rush Limbaugh and Hillary Clinton are Methodists. Both Roman Catholic Priests and Southern Baptist Pastors have become Methodist Pastors. Both had no difficulty believing basic Christian Doctrines and being assigned to a particular parish by a Methodist Bishop.

Purple is the liturgical colour for lent and advent. The colour represents preparation, penitence and prayer. Purple can symbolise pain and suffering, and mourning and penitence so it fits the themes of lenten time. It is also the color of royalty so it is also used during Advent as we prepare to welcome the king at Christmas.

Methodists proclaim in every service to recognize the Catholic Church. Pentacostals believe in the gifts of the Holy Spirit among them...speaking in tongues and prophesy. The "day of Pentacost" refers to the "Upper Room" which Christians believe was a special enlightment.

There are many similarities between Catholic Churches and Church of England churches for the simple reason that all the original Church of England churches were Catholic Churches before they were stolen by King Henry VIII and appropriated for his new "church". They all contain an altar situated in a sanctuary, and a place for the people (called the nave). Many of them still contain a choir between the nave and the altar.

All are welcome to attend and participate in worship in churches of The United Methodist Church. Persons of any religion are welcome to attend.

Becoming a member requires professing a vow that includes belief in Jesus Christ.

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From the Jewish perspective, we are not supposed to enter churches of any kind.

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A crucifix is a religious symbol of Jesus hanging on a cross. Methodists believe that Jesus did die on the cross, and know that there are indeed depictions of Jesus on the cross, but they do not use the crucifix as their own symbol.

It was originally a joke. People taunted John Wesley and his friends for the way they were devoted and how they practice their devotion. They were called bible moths, the holy club and the methodist. The term methodist was simply that they did things by a method.