Welcome to Module 4!
The purpose of this module is to provide the certified lay minister with a basic review of United Methodist history, doctrine, and polity; exposure to the connection between the local church, district, conference, and general agencies of the denomination; develop plans for ongoing education, and conclude with a commitment service.
In addition to the module 4 workbook, you will want to gather the following resources:
- The United Methodist Hymnal (your church *probably* won’t mind!)
- The Book Of Discipline of the United Methodist Church 2016 (online here)
- Living Our Beliefs: The United Methodist Way by Kenneth L. Carder (text from the United Methodist Heritage advanced course)
- The United Methodist Book of Worship (online here)