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Expertise
I can answer questions dealing with all issues of United Methodist Doctrine and Wesleyan-Arminian Theology. In particular I can answer questions dealing with the Sacraments and other liturgical and worship-oriented questions. I can also answer questions dealing with the form, structure, and organization of the United Methodist Church and our relationship with other denominations.
Experience in the area
I am an ordained United Methodist Elder with more than 20 years of ministerial service experience in the local Church.
Organizations
I am a Clergy Member in Full Connection and have been a member of the North Texas Conference of The United Methodist Church since 1991. I am a member of the Society of Biblical Literature and the American Academy of Religion. I am also a member of the Emmaus Community, and am currently serving as Senior Spiritual Director for the Dallas Emmaus Community. I am a member of the Order of Saint Luke in the United Methodist Church.
Publications
I have my own website: www.RevNeal.org. I have written two books, "Grace Upon Grace" and "Seeking the Shepherd's Arms," both available at Amazon.com and in bookstores.
Education/Credentials
I have a BA in Religious Studies, History and Russian. I have an M.Div in Systematic Theology and Biblical Studies and a Ph.D in Sacramental Theology and New Testament.
Awards and Honors
Ordained Elder in the United Methodist Church
Fellow of the Society of Saint John the Evangelist
What do you like about this subject?
The United Methodist Church is both my community of faith and the field in which I serve as an under-shepherd of Christ's flock.
What do you still hope to achieve/learn in this field?
I am currently in the process of reaching and writing another book on Sacramental Theology, this time focusing more precisely on the Real Presence of Jesus in the Eucharist. I have several book-projects planned for the future dealing with Methodist approaches to the Means of Grace in General, and the Eucharist in particular.
Average Ratings
Recent Reviews from Users
K = Knowledgeability C = Clarity of Response P = Politeness| User | Date | K | C | P | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Doug | 02/10/12 | 10 | 10 | 10 | I really appreciate Rev. Neal's timely and ..... |
| Sandra | 02/09/12 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes, it is quite easy to accept ..... |
| Mrs. Wendy Walton | 02/04/12 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thank you for you expertise. I regret ..... |
| John | 02/03/12 | 10 | 10 | 10 | I have asked Rev. Neal several questions ..... |
| Melba | 01/05/12 | 10 | 10 | 10 |
Recent Answers from Rev. Gregory S. Neal
2012-02-06 Communion:
Dear Sandra, Okay, this is a really tough one. Firstly, it must be noted that it is absolutely the pastor's duty and responsibility to preside at the Eucharist, determine how often the Eucharist is
2012-02-05 Ministry:
Dear Doug, The short answer to this question is "yes," the pastor has authority over who may or may not preach, and may choose any lay member of the congregation or any certified lay speaker of the
2012-01-31 My Faith has been Challaged:
Dear John, God bless you! This is a very difficult situation, one which calls forth faith and a willingness to trust in the Grace of our Lord Jesus Christ. We all have trials that we must face as
2012-01-24 PPRC:
It sounds like you've got a very difficult situation there. I'm sorry. Firstly, the Pastor had every right to know what transpired at the meeting. Indeed, the Discipline makes it clear that the pastor
2012-01-11 church policy:
I cannot prove to you that this is not true because it is. I'm sorry if this is not the answer you were wanting to hear, but it's the simple truth. The UMC is very pro-Palestine and very anti-Israel
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