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Why the United Methodist Church Is Suing a Thriving Texas Congregation
Sunday, September 6, 2026
The United Methodist Church filed a lawsuit against a Texas congregation over governance and financial matters related to the congregation's status within the denomination's structure. The dispute centers on the congregation's relationship to the national church organization and control over local decision-making authority. The case is one of several involving Methodist congregations and the national denomination in recent years.
