Indiana Conference · 2026Proposed
Condemning Online Betting and Sports Gambling and Calling for Faithful Witness and Pastoral Response
A non-binding resolution declaring online betting and sports gambling a growing threat, calling congregations to educate communities and offer pastoral care, advocating policy protections (advertising limits, age verification, self-exclusion, treatment funding), and urging faithful stewardship.
Resolution language
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Indiana Annual Conference of The United Methodist Church reaffirms the Church's long-standing opposition to gambling… and declares online betting and sports gambling to be a growing threat to the spiritual, emotional, and financial well-being of individuals and families…
ProvenanceConfirmed
Indiana AC 2026 — R-4 (McCutchan)