Constitutional Amendments
At General Conference 2024, delegates approved constitutional amendments that were ratified by a majority of annual conference voters across the connection. The Council of Bishops announced the results on November 8, 2025.
Video Resources
About the Amendments
Members of the NC Conference delegation explain the four constitutional amendments coming before the Annual Conference in June.
Amending Our Constitution
Conference Secretary Rev. Dr. Gray Southern shares how constitutional amendments are ratified in The United Methodist Church.
Ballot #1
Worldwide Regionalization
Regionalization allows United Methodists throughout our connection to best serve their unique communities as they share the love of God, make disciples and transform the world.
Ballot #2
Inclusiveness of the Church
¶ 4, Article IV
Add to the constitution that neither “gender” nor “ability” are bars to church membership.
View Resources from the Commission on the Status & Role of Women→
View Resources from Disability Ministries→
Ballot #3
Racial Justice
¶ 5, Article V
Take an explicit stand against racism, racial inequity, colonialism, white privilege, and white supremacy.
Ballot #4
Local Pastor Voting Eligibility
¶ 35, Article IV
Clarify educational requirements for licensed local pastors to vote for General Conference clergy delegates.
Learn more about Ballot #4→
View Resources from the General Board of Higher Education & Ministry→
Additional Questions?
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