Notice
Period of Discernment And 40 Days of Prayer
Dear Members of St. John, As you may be aware, many United Methodist Church (UMC) congregations throughout the United States have chosen to disaffiliate from the UMC starting in 2020. This notice advises our members of St. John’s status regarding the possible separation from the UMC. On July 24, 2024, the St. John Church Council voted to enter into a period of discernment. The SC Conference defines the discernment period as “a process through which a local church can discern…