The documents and workshops on this page are to encourage a better understanding of UMC doctrine or resources for local churches.  They are, by no means, complete.  It is my hope that these resources will help facilitate discussions and stir a desire to come close and serve God.  If you have additional topics that you would like to see included, please email me at arcwade@gmail.com

Holy Communion
Holy Communion is a sacrament instituted by christ for his Holy Church.  There are two resources below to help in the understanding of Holy Communion.  The first is a paper titled "This Holy Mystery: A United Methodist Understanding of Holy Communion."  The second is a power point presentation designed to be used to lead a group discussion about Holy Communion using the "This Holy Mystery" as a guide.

This Holy Mystery pdf document
Holy Communion powerpoint

Baptism
Baptism is the other sacrament acknowledged by the United Methodist Church.  The paper available for download below will aid in an understanding of Baptism and covers many common questions regarding Baptism such as infant and adult Baptism.  Sprinkling and immersion, etc.  In the future, I hope to have a powerpoint presentation available to be used to lead a group discussion on Baptism.

By Water and the Spirit pdf document

ReThink Church
The United Methodist Church has come up with a slogan/question that I believe is very relevant to being the Body of Christ.  It is: "What if church wasn't just a place we go, but something we do?"  This question is designed to get us to Re-Think church.  It's not to get us to change worship necessarily nor is it meant to lessen the importance of worship, but rather I believe it speaks to the book of James in regard to faith without deeds, among other things.  I have included a powerpoint presentation designed to facilitate discussion on how your church can begin to ReThink church.  This can be led by the local lay leader, pastor, sunday school, or you may contact me to come ReThink with you.  It's up to you.
The first resource is a power point presentation and the second is a list of 50 ideas that may help you ReThink church.

ReThink church power point
50 ideas to ReThink church pdf document
ReThink church website

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