“Together at the Table: Diversity without Division in The United Methodist Church”
by Karen Oliveto
Westminster John Knox Press, 2018, 194 pages

At A Glance: “Together at the Table: Diversity without Division in The United Methodist Church” highlights the journey of Bishop Karen Oliveto, emphasizing empathy and unity amidst debates over 2SLGBTQIA+ inclusion in the church.

Overview: “Together at the Table: Diversity without Division in The United Methodist Church” recounts Bishop Karen Oliveto’s personal journey as the first openly 2SLGBTQIA+ bishop in the United Methodist Church, amidst controversy and attempts to remove her from leadership.

With a focus on the ongoing debate within the denomination over the inclusion of 2SLGBTQIA+ people, the book offers a message of unity. Oliveto shares her story of coming out and entering ordained ministry, alongside her vision of how diverse beliefs can coexist within the church by fostering empathy, appreciating diversity, and embracing unity without requiring uniformity.

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