One of the things that bothers me about the number of UM bishops who have opened the door to online "communion" is that it is clear that experts in Methodist theology and practice of sacraments were not consulted. Why is an MDiv required for ordination if the things you learn in seminary from your intro to worship professor have no bearing on your practice of ministry? Why are bishops so quick to endorse a move that has been fairly consistently opposed by leaders in theological education?

The #NextMethodism will be less focused on data and techniques and more focused on helping people come to faith in Jesus Christ and walk in the Spirit. The fullness of the gifts of the Spirit and the fruit of the Spirit will be emphasized. The #NextMethodism will be much more interested in the power of God and much more humble about what we can do in our own strength. Instead of offering only what we already know we can do for others, we will learn (again) to offer the promises God makes to all of us in Scripture.