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Living Our Beliefs, Third Edition
The United Methodist Way
by Kenneth L. Carder
Paperback
Clergy & Laity
Available May 2027; Preorder Now!
What does it mean to be a United Methodist today?
In a season of profound change for both the church and society, how can United Methodist faith continue to shape our lives, our congregations, and our witness in the world?
Since Living Our Beliefs: The United Methodist Way was last updated in 2009, both The United Methodist Church and the wider culture have changed dramatically. In a society where religion no longer occupies a central place in public life, churches are called to articulate their identity, beliefs, mission, and witness with greater clarity than ever before.
In this newly revised edition of his classic guide, Bishop Kenneth L. Carder offers a clear, accessible introduction to United Methodist doctrine, theology, and practices that shape Christian discipleship. Drawing on the writings of John and Charles Wesley, insights from leading scholars, the liturgical resources of The United Methodist Hymnal, and other foundational sources, Carder identifies and clarifies United Methodist beliefs and their relevance for living as disciples of Jesus Christ, both individually and in community.
More than an introduction to Methodist doctrine, Living Our Beliefs demonstrates that theology is never merely something we affirm. It is something we live. As Carder reminds us, "Beliefs are to be lived; doctrine is to be practiced."
Whether you're preparing for confirmation, joining a United Methodist congregation, leading a small group, or seeking a deeper understanding of Wesleyan faith, Living Our Beliefs invites readers to discover how Methodist beliefs can shape lives, strengthen congregations, and transform communities.
"This revised edition is essential reading for every congregation seeking to move beyond institutional maintenance toward the transformative discipleship that has always been the Methodist way." —Rev. Dr. Laceye C. Warner, Professor of the Practice of Church Ministry and Methodist Studies and Associate Dean for Wesleyan Engagement, Duke Divinity School
| Format: | Paperback |
| ISBN: | 978-0-88177-998-1 |
| Publisher: | The Upper Room |
| Imprint: | Discipleship Resources |
| Publication Date: | 05/01/2027 |
| Pages: | 176 |
| Dimensions: | 8.5000 x 5.5000 x 0.5000 |
Reviews
"At a moment when faith communities struggle to articulate a coherent identity amid cultural fragmentation and denominational uncertainty, Bishop Kenneth Carder's Living Our Beliefs: The United Methodist Way provides an authoritative and pastoral roadmap for grounding congregational life in the riches of Wesleyan doctrine. With the precision of a theologian and the pastoral wisdom of someone who has spent a lifetime living what he teaches, Carder demonstrates that United Methodist beliefs are not abstract propositions but living convictions that shape character, community, and missional engagement.” –Rev. Dr. Laceye C. Warner, Professor of the Practice of Church Ministry and Methodist Studies and Associate Dean for Wesleyan Engagement, Duke Divinity School
“When I am asked where to turn for a reliable introduction to United Methodist teaching, I am delighted that I can point to a bishop of our church. Bishop Carder does not just exposit United Methodist belief; true to the spirit of Wesley, he invites us to live our beliefs.” –Randy L. Maddox, William Kellon Quick Professor Emeritus of Wesleyan and Methodist Studies, Duke Divinity School
