Sources

1. “5 - Calling The Church To Oppose Christian Nationalism.” TWKUMC.Org, Tennessee-Western Kentucky 2024 Annual Conference, 2024, twkumc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/5-Calling-the-Church-to-Oppose-Christian-Nationalism.docx.pdf.

Summary: A resolution passed at the 2024 TWK Annual Conference

2. Anonymous Source. Comment By An Elder In the Indiana Conference May 2025.

3. Bates, Katharine  Lee. “America the Beautiful.” Hymnary.Org, written 1959, hymnary.org/text/o_beautiful_for_spacious_skies.

4. Christians Against Christian Nationalism, 2019, www.christiansagainstchristiannationalism.org/ .

Summary: This organization offers a three-lesson curriculum, called the CACN Curriculum Facilitator Guide, which designed for churches and small groups, delving into the dangers of Christian Nationalism.

Dr. Andrew Whitehead's research divides Americans into four groups:

• Rejecters (21.5%) strongly resist Christian Nationalism.
• Resisters (26.6%) oppose it but tolerate some public religious expressions.
• Accommodators (32.1%) support government favoring Christianity.
• Ambassadors (19.8%) fervently believe America is, and should remain, a Christian nation.

That means over half the country leans toward Accommodators or Ambassadors.

5. “Christian Nationalism in the U.S.” UMCJustice.Org, Church & Society of The United Methodist Church, 2024, www.umcjustice.org/latest/christian-nationalism-in-the-u-s-1933.

Summary: This piece from the General Board of Church and Society discusses the rise of Christian Nationalism in U.S. politics and its threat to democracy, emphasizing the United Methodist commitment to religious freedom and opposition to discrimination.

6. Dunn, Ryan. “What Is Christian Nationalism.” The United Methodist Church, 13 Jan. 2021, www.umc.org/en/content/what-is-christian-nationalism.

Summary: This article explores the concept of Christian nationalism, highlighting its conflation of national identity with Christian identity and the potential dangers of such ideology.

7. Howe, Julia. “Battle Hymn of the Republic.” Hymnary.Org, written 1862, hymnary.org/text/mine_eyes_have_seen_the_glory.

Summary: Civil War Hymn written by Julia Ward Howe (1862)

8. Malone, Tracy. “Bishops Denounce Political Violence Authoritarianism.” The United Methodist Church, 19 Sept. 2024, www.umc.org/en/content/bishops-denounce-political-violence-authoritarianism.

Summary: In this pastoral letter, United Methodist bishops condemn political violence and both secular and Christian nationalism, stating that such ideologies defy God's love by prioritizing the interests of one group over others.

9. “Madam Secreteary 5x1 ‘E Pluribus Unum.’” YouTube, YouTube , 30 Mar. 2020, youtube.com/watch?v=0StuIUQmZGU.

Summary: A video clip from Madam Secretary, Season 5, episode 1 in which the main character speaks out against Christian Nationalism.

10. RWW News: Kenneth Copeland Says The US Must Be “Based on What George Washington Said to Jesus,” Right Wing Watch, 12 June 2023, youtu.be/ydJ531Q1Dcg?feature=shared.

Summary: Dressed in an American flag jacket, Kenneth Copeland mis-quotes the first act of Congress to promote Christian nationalism.

11. The New Revised Standard Version Bible. Oxford University Press, 1998.

12. Wesley, John. The Complete Works of John Wesley: Volume 1, Sermons 1-53 (The Compete Works of John Wesley) (Function). Kindle Edition. ”

13. Wesley, John. The Complete Works of John Wesley: Volume 1, Sermons 1-53 (The Compete Works of John Wesley. Sermon 39). Kindle Edition. Location 131.”

Sources Not Used In Annual Conference Presentation

1. ”A Statement from Bishop Carter and the Appointive Cabinet"

1. • Summary: Bishop Carter and the Appointive Cabinet address the harms of prejudice, racism, and the influence of White Christian Nationalism, encouraging churches to embrace prophetic preaching and the unconditional love of Jesus.
   • Link: https://www.wnccumc.org/detail/a-statement-from-bishop-carter-and-the-appointive-cabinet-18918242

2. "Courageous conversations: Why kindness beats niceness” with Scott Hughes

An audio interview on “Get Your Spirit Into Shape.

1. • Summary: This interview emphasizes the importance of engaging in structured dialogues, or courageous conversations, to foster deeper and more welcoming communities within the church, particularly when addressing challenging topics like Christian nationalism.
   • Link: https://www.umc.org/en/content/courageous-conversations-with-scott-hughes-gysis-ep-146

3. Discipleship Ministries' “Courageous Conversations: Introduction”

1. • Summary: A resource aimed at facilitating respectful discussions on Christian Nationalism within United Methodist congregations.
   • Link: https://www.umcdiscipleship.org/resources/courageous-conversations-overview

4. Pittsburgh Presbytery Resources

1. • Summary: A collection of study guides, workshops, and educational videos to help unpack how Christian Nationalism can misrepresent Christian beliefs.
   • Link: https://www.pghpresbytery.org/justice-ministries/christian-nationalism-resources-2/?

5. Faithful America's Preacher's Toolkit:

1. • Summary: Designed to assist in crafting sermons or discussions opposing Christian Nationalism.
   • Link: https://act.faithfulamerica.org/signup/preachers-toolkit-christian-nationalism/?'

6. Vote Common Good's Curriculum

1. • Summary: A free three-session video and discussion curriculum that helps participants understand and confront Christian Nationalism
   • Link: https://www.votecommongood.com/confronting-christian-nationalism-curriculum/?