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Methodist Professors Urge End to Total Alcohol Abstinence
Two Emory seminary professors publish in The Christian Advocate proposing that Methodists consider ending the long standing ban on all alcoholic drinks. They argue New Testament support is lacking for total abstinence and that the rule creates a punitive moral code and harms outreach to alcoholics. They suggest a moderated stance urging personal decision and reflection on beverage use. The proposal, unlikely to pass at the next General Conference, opens discussion within the church.
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Louis Cassels
United Press International
Methodist Seminary
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John Wesley
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Methodist General Conference