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Un-Tied Methodism

Un-Tied Methodism

By: Dr. Ashley Boggan Dreff- Host; Jay Rollins- Producer
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 Why do Methodists use Welch’s grape juice for communion? What is with the cross and flame logo? Explore these questions and more as we examine the roots of the United Methodist Church (and it’s predecessor denominations) to understand why the UMC is the way that it is…and where it might be going. Dr. Ashley Boggan D. hosts this production of the General Commission on Archives and History of the UMC.2025 General Commission on Archives and History Christianity Spirituality World
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  • From the archives: Methodism in Zimbabwe, a conference borne out of a mountain

    From the archives: Methodism in Zimbabwe, a conference borne out of a mountain
    Aug 28 2025
    From the “Un-Tied Methodism” archives, we re-share this 2023 podcast about Methodism in the African country of Zimbabwe. Dr. Ashley Boggan speaks with United Methodist leaders from the Zimbabwe West Annual Conference, Zimbabwe East Annual Conference and Africa University’s archivist and church historian to learn about the fascinating history of Mt. Makomwe, a Methodist mission … Continue reading "From the archives: Methodism in Zimbabwe, a conference borne out of a mountain"
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    35 mins
  • How Methodism took root in Italy

    How Methodism took root in Italy
    Jul 24 2025
    In the second episode of a new podcast series that examines Methodism around the world, Dr. Ashley Boggan welcomes Massimo di Gioacchino, noted historian, to discuss the story of how British and American Methodist missionaries planted a movement in Italy, shaping politics, education and social justice along the way. Learn more about William Burt’s Italian … Continue reading "How Methodism took root in Italy"
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    48 mins
  • From Moravians to Modern Ministry: Tracing Methodism in Germany

    From Moravians to Modern Ministry: Tracing Methodism in Germany
    Jun 26 2025
    As we launch a new podcast series that examines Methodism around the world, Dr. Ashley Boggan welcomes two United Methodist scholars and historians to help us discover the rich and complex history of Methodism in Germany. From its Moravian influence and early missionary efforts to the rise of the deaconess movement and trials of the … Continue reading "From Moravians to Modern Ministry: Tracing Methodism in Germany"
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    56 mins
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