There are 73 churches in the World Methodist Council. The Council meets every 5 years. The three day meeting in Durban spent almost half its time discussing a new Constitution. The Bylaws discussion had to be confined to a few hours of extra time in the midst of the Conference.
All the Australian members were thanking God for the gift of the UCA’s Consensus decision making processes, and for our expectation that in meeting we seek a common way forward, listening for the Holy Spirit. I’ve never experienced so many Points of Order in my entire life!
Thanks for the update. The processes at Durban should make Synod 2011 a breeze!