19 April 2010
A chance to make your voice heard on climate change
British Methodists are being offered the opportunity to make
their views heard on climate change, as part of a new Church-wide
consultation.
The consultation concerns the draft Methodist Conference Statement
on climate change, entitled 'Hope in God's Future' and is now live
online at www.methodist.org.uk/higf.
Once adopted, a Methodist Conference Statement is the official view
of the Church on a particular matter. It is also referred to by key
Church committees, such as the Faith and Order Committee, when
deciding on related areas of doctrine.
"Climate change is an issue that affects all of us and is
increasingly becoming a concern for many people around the world,"
said David Webster, Internet Communications Coordinator, who is
leading the consultation process. "We hope as many Methodists as
possible put forward their opinions, as we need a Conference
Statement that reflects as much as possible the view of the entire
Church on this important issue."
The results will determine recommendations to the Methodist
Conference in 2011 on what shape the Statement should take, and is
open to all Methodist church members and regular attendees.
For those without Internet access, the consultation is also
available in print form. Copies can be obtained from the Help Desk
at Methodist Church House, 25 Marylebone Road, London, NW1 5JR or
by calling 020 7486 5502.