A Special Session of the General Conference of The United Methodist Church takes place February 23-26, 2019 in St. Louis. The purpose will be to receive and act on a report from the Commission on a Way Forward based on the recommendations of the Council of Bishops. The Commission was authorized to examine paragraphs in The Book of Discipline concerning human sexuality and to explore options to strengthen church unity.

There are several ways you can participate in this Special Session. The best option is to Pray Our Way Forward. There are two more weeks before the February 23-26, 2019 special session of the General Conference. The entire United Methodist family is called to prayer and fasting for the mission and unity of The United Methodist Church.

You will find the names of some of our leaders who will serve as delegates at this link. Please join us in prayer and fasting for them—that they may be guided by the Holy Spirit in their conduct, their attitudes, and their decisions. For 12 million United Methodist around the world, prayer is the most significant and positive spiritual thing we can do at this important moment in the history of the United Methodist Church. Thank you for participating in this global prayer initiative.

Please invite your family, your small group, your local congregation, your district, and your annual conference to join us in fasting and prayer.

You can also participate in Special Session by registering as an observer. The early registration deadline for observers to General Conference has been extended until Friday, February 8th at 11:59 pm Central Time.