Family Life: A Resolution with Study Guide

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Title

Family Life: A Resolution with Study Guide

Subject

Family

United Methodist Church

United Methodism

Committee on Family Life

Description

This pamphlet offers a revised version of the church’s stance on family life, originally adopted in 1976, along with a detailed study guide to facilitate group discussions. The resolution reflects the United Methodist Church’s theological, ethical, and practical approach to family life, emphasizing its importance within Christian ministry and society.

One of the core sections, titled Christian Family Living, examines the sacred nature of family relationships. It highlights marriage as a covenant under God, fostering mutual love, respect, and responsibility. The resolution also addresses the evolving structure of families, affirming diverse family forms such as single-parent families, extended families, and households formed through adoption or foster care. It stresses the importance of supporting faithfulness and moral decision-making within families, acknowledging human imperfections and the need for God’s grace.

The accompanying study guide offers practical tools for group discussions, including session outlines, scripture references, and interactive activities. It encourages participants to reflect on their personal experiences and to explore the resolution’s themes in depth. The guide provides flexibility for various group types, from intergenerational gatherings to youth groups, emphasizing the centrality of family in faith formation and church life.

Creator

Committee on Family Life, The United Methodist Church

Publisher

Discipleship Resources, The United Methodist Church

Date

1980

Contributor

Hayes, Barnita

Rights

This document is made available for research purposes through the General Commission on Archives & History, The United Methodist Church.

Format

Paper

Language

English

Type

Pamphlet

Identifier

2599-5-5:05