Ashley Bogut

Laura Bullard, a Senior fact-checker, and Ashley Bogut, General Secretary of the United Methodist Church's Historical Commission, delve into the Methodist Church's heated internal divide on LGBTQ+ inclusion. They discuss the emotional aftermath of a controversial 2019 vote excluding gay members and the implications of a recent pivotal conference. Their conversation touches on how this schism reflects broader societal issues in the U.S., while exploring historical contexts and the church's evolving stance on social justice and inclusivity.