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South Carolina OKs 113 churches separating from denomination

In a solemn and historical moment of holy conferencing, the South Carolina Annual Conference has approved 113 churches across the state who have chosen to separate from The United Methodist Church. The 113 churches comprise almost 12% of the 958 total churches in the South Carolina Conference of the UMC and represent every one of the 12 districts in the conference. By Jessica Brodie.

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South Carolina OKs 113 churches separating from denomination

In a solemn and historical moment of holy conferencing, the South Carolina Annual Conference has approved 113 churches across the state who have chosen to separate from The United Methodist Church. The 113 churches comprise almost 12% of the 958 total churches in the South Carolina Conference of the UMC and represent every one of the 12 districts in the conference. By Jessica Brodie.

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