One Christian denomination is experiencing phenomenal growth in new churches after leaving the United Methodist Church over progressive ideologies.
On Facebook, the Global Methodist Church announced not only the start of Lent but also that its membership has grown to over 7,000 churches worldwide.
Today, on Ash Wednesday, we pause in humility and gratitude.
As we enter this sacred season of Lent, we also give thanks that the Global Methodist Church has officially surpassed 7,000 churches worldwide.
This moment reminds us that growth isn’t just measured in numbers — it’s found in repentance, renewal, and lives being transformed by Jesus Christ. As Wesleyans, we are called to holiness of heart and life, to return to the Lord, and to carry His love into every community.
From ashes to hope.
From repentance to revival.
From local churches to a global mission.
As previously reported by Charisma, the plans for the Global Methodist Church were revealed in 2021, and since its founding, more and more churches have left the UMC for this option due to the UMC’s progressive, left-leaning acceptance of LGBTQ ideologies.
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In a time of shaking and sifting, we should not be surprised that lines are being drawn more clearly within the church. Scripture tells us that there comes a season when the Lord allows the wheat and the tares to grow together—until the appointed moment of separation. We are living in such a moment now.
What we are witnessing is not merely denominational restructuring, but a refining. It is a call back to repentance, holiness and the unchanging truth of God’s Word. As compromise is exposed and convictions are tested, the true message of the gospel must move forward without dilution or apology. Christ is purifying His bride, and those who cling to biblical authority and the transforming power of Jesus will shine all the brighter in contrast to the confusion of the age.
Abby Trivett is a writer and editor for Charisma Media and has a passion for sharing the gospel through the written word. She holds two degrees from Regent University, a B.A. in Communication with a concentration in Journalism and a Master of Arts in Journalism. She is the author of the upcoming book, The Power of Suddenly: Discover How God Can Change Everything in a Moment. For interviews and media inquiries, please contact [email protected].
