What is another word for methodist episcopal church?
Pronunciation: [mˈɛθədˌɪst ɪpˈɪskɒpə͡l t͡ʃˈɜːt͡ʃ] (IPA) 
The Methodist Episcopal Church has had a handful of synonyms throughout history, including the African Methodist Episcopal Church, the Free Methodist Church, the Wesleyan Methodist Church, and the United Methodist Church. Each of these branches stemmed from the original Methodist Episcopal Church, which was founded in the United States in the late 18th century by John Wesley and Francis Asbury. Today, the United Methodist Church is the largest denomination within Methodism, with over 12 million members worldwide. Despite their differences in doctrine and governance, each of these branches remains committed to the pursuit of social justice, spiritual growth, and community service, as inspired by the teachings of John Wesley.
