I found this to be an interesting article. I have often wondered how members of the boards and agencies of the general church were picked. I have also wondered to whom they are accountable. I like knowing there is some discussion going on about who and how these members will be appointed or elected. These boards and agencies are a highly visible part of The United Methodist Church and much of what they do is seen as representative of the church as a whole.
Most church members are oblivious to their function or activities until something hits the news.
We have many views on what the Book of Discipline says and what it means, as well as how closely it should be followed. This has caused much confusion within the church. We make many rules and then put in some loopholes we can use if we wish. Or we make them so general there is a wide variety of interpretation that can be used. This statement, I believe, describes our situation.