Bishop Calvin D. McConnell, who has died at age 94, stressed the spiritual disciplines, spoke out for social justice and relished the pastoral part of episcopal leadership.
After being found not guilty of violating church law, United Methodist Bishop Minerva G. Carcaño has returned to her leadership role. But questions remain about what comes next and how to avoid church trials in the future.
After deliberating for more than five hours, a jury of fellow United Methodist clergy rendered a verdict acquitting Bishop Minerva G. Carcaño on all counts.