2016 Wesleyan Discipline:MRP-2006

2006. Based on the teaching of scripture, reason, tradition, and experience, The Wesleyan Church holds a high view of the power, extent, and depth of the love of God toward those who have sinned or failed in other ways. Restoration relates to the reestablishment of one’s relationship with God, self, and others. Restoration also relates to the credentialed ministry when a minister has voluntarily withdrawn from ministry, or has been removed by reason of guilt, judicial process, disciplinary action, or other reasons. The call to ministry is confirmed and sanctioned by the Church (Discipline 2016 Wesleyan Discipline:3003). Consequently, the Church has established guidelines and principles for how ministers conduct themselves in life and ministry. Those guidelines and principles apply to the lifespan of the minister, from initial credentialing through retired service. The following core biblical principles orient and moor all aspects of the restoration process: