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Former Arkansas minister elected Methodist bishop in South Africa
Original: Former Arkansas minister elected bishop during Global Methodist Church meeting in South Africa
A former Arkansas minister has been elected as a bishop during the Global Methodist Church's meeting in South Africa. The church, formed after conservative United Methodists broke away in 2022, has been expanding internationally, and this election adds to its growing episcopal leadership. Arkansas outlets are covering the story because of the minister's local ties.
Why now: The Global Methodist Church is expanding its international leadership following its recent break from the United Methodist Church, drawing attention to elections like this one.
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- Former Arkansas minister elected bishop during Global Methodist Church meeting in South Africa · The Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- Former Arkansas minister elected bishop during Global Methodist Church meeting in South Africa · Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
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