1. WHAT MAKES THIS RELIGION UNIQUE?

2. He was born June 28, 1703 at Epworth, and then died in London on March 2, 1791 He was born June 28, 1703 at Epworth, and then died in London on March 2, 1791 The founder of the Methodist religion and was a leader who had started the Methodist revival in England The founder of the Methodist religion and was a leader who had started the Methodist revival in England He was a Anglican clergyman and a Christian theologian He was a Anglican clergyman and a Christian theologian He had many siblings, being the 15 th of 19 children born to Samuel and Susana Wesley. He had many siblings, being the 15 th of 19 children born to Samuel and Susana Wesley. John Wesley had the ability to get a bachelors degree in 1724 at Oxford in London, and then three years later his masters. John Wesley had the ability to get a bachelors degree in 1724 at Oxford in London, and then three years later his masters. During this time, he started a group that met every week called the “Holy Club.” During this time, he started a group that met every week called the “Holy Club.” Shortly after starting the group sessions, the members were given the nickname “Methodist,” for their methodical ways of faith and beliefs.

3. 1729 John and Charles Wesley formed the “Holy Club” at Oxford University 1729 John and Charles Wesley formed the “Holy Club” at Oxford University 1738 John Wesley starts the Methodist Movement 1738 John Wesley starts the Methodist Movement 1744 John Wesley’s first conference of preachers 1744 John Wesley’s first conference of preachers 1758 The color barrier is broken for Methodists when John Wesley baptizes 2 slaves 1758 The color barrier is broken for Methodists when John Wesley baptizes 2 slaves 1784 The Ordination of preachers 1784 The Ordination of preachers 1790 John Wesley dies 1 st General Conference of American Methodists 1790 John Wesley dies 1 st General Conference of American Methodists 1816 The 1 st African American Methodist Episcopal Church is established 1816 The 1 st African American Methodist Episcopal Church is established 1830 Organization of the Methodist Protestant Church 1830 Organization of the Methodist Protestant Church 1842 The Wesleyan Methodist Church is established 1842 The Wesleyan Methodist Church is established

4. “Methodism is a form of Christianity practiced by Methodist, who shows a concern for welfare and public morals.” –American Heritage Dictionary They are “ones who live according to the method laid down in the scriptures.” They believe in Jesus Christ and what he was sent down here on Earth to do. Their faith comes from grace and being active in the world. Admission to full membership in the Methodist bodies was usually granted only after the successful termination of a six months' probationary period.

5. They follow the Holy Scriptures, but are influenced by reasoning, experience, and traditions: Reasoning is used to search and comprehend God’s will. It is also used to scrutinize theological works, and identify when they are blessed with the grace of God Experience allows them to see God’s work in action and to substantiate the truth of the lord given in the Scriptures. Traditions helps Methodist to learn many cultures and gradually expands their faith. Methodists also accept the Apostles’ and Nicene Creed. They live disciplined lives and try to stay committed to God. They attempt to live faithful lives and not fail in ignoring the presence of God. Only two sacraments are admitted: Baptism and the Lord's Supper.

7. Famous Methodists George Lucas – Writer director producer George Lucas – Writer director producer George W. Bush – President George W. Bush – President Dick Cheney – Vice Pres Dick Cheney – Vice Pres Hilary Clinton – Former First Lady Hilary Clinton – Former First Lady Geronimo – Apache Indian Leader Geronimo – Apache Indian Leader Toni Braxton – Singer Toni Braxton – Singer Stephen King – writer Stephen King – writer Harriet Tubman – abolitionist, freed slaves using Underground Railroad Harriet Tubman – abolitionist, freed slaves using Underground Railroad Rosa Parks – helped launch the civil rights movement Rosa Parks – helped launch the civil rights movement Tom Landry – professional football coach Tom Landry – professional football coach

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