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Bishop Christian Alsted

Teaching a Gospel of Welcome

Recently the Norway Annual Conference, which is part of Bishop Alsted's episcopal area, voted to issue an apology to LGBTQ+ people. Bishop Alsted discusses this process.

The Pandemic Reveals the Vitality of the Church

Bishop Alsted states from the leadership perspective it's been a really interesting year. He thanks leaders by stating, "I am so grateful for our pastors and deacons and leaders. I've been really impressed and also proud of the way they have handled the crisis."

The Church is not McDonald’s.. Or is it?

Bishop Alsted discusses the future of the church and the importance of adapting.

Would a Virtual General Conference be Just?

Bishop Alsted asks United Methodists, "What is God calling us to do in a world suffering from serious serious problems? How can we best be the church during this time and serve the people that God loves?

Essentials of Ministry for a Global Church

Bishop Christian Alsted, Resident Bishop of the Nordic and Baltic Episcopal area of the Northern Europe and Eurasia Central Conference, discusses the essentials of ministry for a global church.

Full Interview with Bishop Alsted

Enjoy the entire conversation with Bishop Christian Alsted.

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