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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 Ministry & Evangelism Spirituality World
Episodes
  • 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
  • Love, loss and a calling restored: The Rev. Dr. Rick Huskey’s lifelong witness to grace

    Love, loss and a calling restored: The Rev. Dr. Rick Huskey’s lifelong witness to grace
    Jun 18 2025
    In this special “Un-Tied Methodism” episode recorded six weeks before his death, the Rev. Dr. Rick Huskey reflects on his journey from ministry to LGBTQ+ advocacy, defrocking, and—decades later—ordination and forgiveness. In a poignant conversation, Dr. Ashley Boggan preserves Huskey’s oral history, documenting the United Methodist pioneer’s legacy of courage, faith, and justice within the … Continue reading "Love, loss and a calling restored: The Rev. Dr. Rick Huskey’s lifelong witness to grace"
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    1 hr and 11 mins
  • Coming out in faith: Bishop Karen Oliveto’s journey

    Coming out in faith: Bishop Karen Oliveto’s journey
    May 15 2025
    “Following Jesus is costly,” says The UMC’s (Ret.) Bishop Karen Oliveto. “And for me, that price was being closeted. And I was willing to pay that price.” Dr. Ashley Boggan welcomes the denomination’s first openly gay bishop to “Un-Tied Methodism” as Bishop Oliveto shares her story of burden, scrutiny, oppression and how knowing that “Perfect … Continue reading "Coming out in faith: Bishop Karen Oliveto’s journey"
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    45 mins
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