1038

1038. The minimum requirements for an established district are:

(1) Thirty churches.

(2) Two thousand members.

(3) The holding of all property in trust for The Wesleyan Church as required in 4610, or steps taken to accomplish the same (4140; 4590–4630; 4650–4880).

(4) A reasonable degree of spiritual, organizational, and financial stability.

(5) A recommendation by the General Superintendent.