The World Methodist Council is an association of the Churches in the Methodist tradition throughout the world, including the Methodist Church of Great Britain.
The World Methodist Council promotes unity and seeks to:
Deepen fellowship
Foster Methodist participation in the ecumenical movement
Advance unity of theological and moral standards
Suggest priorities in Methodist activity
Promote effective use of Methodist resources in the Christian mission
Encourage evangelism
Promote Christian education
Pray for and support needs of persecuted Christians
Encourage ministries of justice and peace
Study union and reunion proposals which effect Member Churches
Sponsor a Minister exchange program
Encourage the development of worship and liturgical life in Member Churches
Coordinate and support worldwide Methodist publishing interests
Through the World Methodist Peace Award, honor individuals/groups who work to bring reconciliation and peace in God's work
The World Methodist Council's Ecumenics and Dialogue Committee is engaged in ecumenical dialogue with the Roman Catholic Church, the Anglican Communion, the world Alliance of Reformed Churches and the Lutheran World Federation. It is also working towards dialogues with the Orthodox Churches and with the Pentecostal Churches.