Official Symbol of the United Methodist Church since 1968.
History
Adopted shortly after the merger of The Methodist Church and the Evangelical United Brethren Church. It relates The United Methodist church to God through Christ (cross) and the Holy Spirit (flame). The flame is a reminder of Pentecost when witnesses were unified by the power of the Holy Spirit and saw "tongues, as of fire" (Acts 2:3).The two tongues of a single flame may also be understood to represent the union of two denominations. [1]
Usage
The cross and flame was patented 1971, and is intended only for official United Methodist agencies, including local churches, It should not be used by individuals for personal purposes.
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