Can Global Methodism Thrive in Post-Denominational America?

American Protestantism has largely moved beyond denominations. Turn any article into a podcast. Upgrade now to start listening. Members can share articles with friends & family to bypass the paywall. With 16,000 members, Highland Park United Methodist Church, which now identifies internally simply as “Methodist,” is the second-largest church of its denomination. The church is located in a tony Dallas neighborhood adjacent to Southern Methodist University, and its worshippers include former President George W. Bush and Laura Bush, with many other well-heeled Texans. Mark Tooley is president of The Institute on Religion & Democracy (IRD). He is also editor of IRD’s foreign policy and national security journal, 'Providence.' More We Think You’d Like