Is There Hope for a United Methodist Church?

For 45 years, United Methodist General Conferences have been unproductive in resolving our differences of opinion on human sexuality. About 40% have favored full LGBT inclusion in the life and leadership of the church; 60% have been against. Even though we make doctrinal decisions on human sexuality via the Book of Discipline, we lack commitment to carry them out. Once back home, people perceive the movement of the Holy Spirit in very different ways. And act accordingly. Many conferences ordain gay people. The Western Jurisdiction was swayed by the Holy Spirit in the election of Bishop Karen Oliveto. The truth is we have varying commitments. We can't hold one another accountable to a vision we don't share.