

Thursday, January 25, 2024
Jan 25, 2024
The podcast discusses the biggest schism in American Protestant history with the United Methodist Church split. It explores the theological divisions, the impact of geography, and the ordination of women. The podcast also touches on the struggles of the newspaper industry and the acquisition of The Baltimore Sun by a conservative media group.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
The Origins and Growth of Methodism: From John Wesley to United Methodism
02:18 • 3min
The Historical Context of Theological Divisions
04:53 • 11min
Churches Leaving the United Methodist Church and the Theological Issue of Women's Ordination
15:45 • 2min
The Ordination of Women and the Struggles of the Newspaper Industry
18:07 • 8min