“Bishop Lee’s resonant voice in preaching and singing stirred hearts and minds toward God.” — Bishop Connie Mitchell Shelton.

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (UM News) — Bishop Clay Foster Lee Jr., who led the Holston Conference from 1988 to 1996, died Nov. 11 at age 94. Lee, whose sermons gained national attention during the Civil Rights Movement, is being remembered for “his storytelling, quick wit, deep friendships and strong work ethic.” Kathy L. Gilbert has the story. 

ST. SIMONS ISLAND, Ga. (UM News) — United Methodist bishops are praying for the upcoming elections of colleagues in the Philippines, Africa and Europe. After the recent withdrawal of some bishops, one particular concern is ensuring that any new bishops are committed to the denomination. Heather Hahn reports. 

ST. SIMONS ISLAND, Ga. (UM News) — United Methodist bishops have voted to ask the denomination’s finance agency to suspend all funding for bishop compensation in Côte d’Ivoire and to work to secure church property there. The move comes after the conference registered with the Ivorian government as an entity completely independent of The United Methodist Church. Heather Hahn reports. 
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United Methodists react to US election
 

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (UM News) — Some United Methodists are pleased with the return of Donald Trump to the White House in January, and others are heartbroken. Church leaders are hoping middle ground can be found for people to connect despite differences. Jim Patterson reports.

Connectional Table plans for work ahead
 

DALLAS (UM News) — Members of the Connectional Table, most of whom are new, gathered for an orientation meant to help them plan for “a new future.” A major emphasis of the meeting was learning more about colonialism, connectionalism and regionalization. Jim Patterson has the story.