Hi Colonel and Eric,
Eric..I agree with the Colonel. I am a UMC ministry candidate and certified Lay Speaker. I have never had a congregation turn on me, or resent my presence when I have give a theologically (or socially for that matter) conservative sermon. There are many of us within the UMC working on turning it back to sound biblical princples. Come join us!
Your tagline is inspirational. Thanks for the reminder.