Methodism 101
Ten Ways for United Methodist Churches to Restore Vitality & Effectiveness
Jim & Molly Scott

"Jim and Molly Davis Scott understand that denominational renewal comes from rediscovering the treasure of heritage rather than focusing only on the earthen vessels of recent practice. ...they draw upon the Wesleyan heritage in a broad and vigorous way to discover its meaning for a new time." - Dr. Lovett H. Weems, Jr.

"The Scotts have written a book that accurately defines reality, understands the origin and purpose of Methodism, and shows a direction for the future of The United Methodist Church. I highly recommend this book for study by congregations, clergy covenant groups, conference leaders, and Bishops. This book could change your life and ministry." - Bishop Tim W. Whitaker

An informative, inspirational, practical experience for participants to gain a hands-on understanding of what can be done to restore spiritual vitality and commitment to the essential teachings and practices of the Christian faith as expressed through Wesleyan Methodism.

10 decisions for United Methodist Churches to regain vitality and effectiveness:

• Recognizing the Reality of the American Church
• Recognizing the Reality of the UMC
• Reclaiming our Scriptural and Theological Base
• Reinstating Guidelines for Discipline
• Readdressing Systemic Issues
• Reconsidering Clergy Issues
• Restoring the Purposes of the Local Church
• Redefining the Laity
• Returning to a Belief and Practice of Sanctification
• Rebirth by the Holy Spirit

DR. JAMES B. SCOTT & DR. MOLLY DAVIS SCOTT are founders of The Christian Connexion, a ministry of spiritual renewal, transformation, and restoration for laity, clergy, congregations, districts, and Conferences through a comprehensive ministry strategy. Jim and Molly are ordained Elders in The United Methodist Church. They have taught in the Doctor of Ministry Programs of Perkins School of Theology, Asbury Theological Seminary, and Fuller Theological Seminary. They have ministered nationally and internationally for twenty years after pastoring and serving on the mission field, and are authors of numerous articles and books. They can be contacted at www.christianconnexion.com.