As The United Methodist Church approaches a major legislative gathering that will determine the future of the denomination, the Rev. Giovanni Arroyo, top executive of the Commission on Religion and Race, talks about the agency’s role in the church and several pieces of legislation dealing with racial inclusion.
Arroyo spoke with UM News as part of a video series featuring different perspectives of church leaders on legislation to be considered by General Conference delegates.
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Arroyo discusses an agency proposal to strengthen the language of the church’s stance on racial justice.
Since the denomination’s Disability Issues Committee is part of the Commission on Religion and Race, Arroyo discusses legislative proposals to make sure “all are welcome at the table.”
Religion and Race is submitting several pieces of legislation that would make more transparent the process of any complaints involving racial, ethnic or tribal people.
Arroyo discusses the agency’s focus on racial equity and inclusion of those with disabilities.
What should delegates know about GCORR’s role?
Arroyo discusses the agency’s mandate since 1968 to hold the denomination accountable for racial inclusiveness.
The agency advocates for the church to issue an apology for Methodist involvement in the overthrow of the Hawaiian kingdom. Arroyo discusses the history.