McMurray's Presidency and Legacy
McMurray became the president of the church in 1996.
In 1997, McMurray called upon what was RLDS Church to transform itself by articulating a Christ-centered theology of peace. In 2001, the church changed its name to Community of Christ, evoking the original name of the church "Church of Christ," affirming the centrality of Christ to the church, and commemorating the Latter Day Saint movement's long-held tradition of building up Zionic communities.”
McMurray presided over the first ordination of a woman to the office of Apostle in the Council of Twelve. He also led the Community of Christ to a closer relationship with The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, building both friendly relations and collaborative historical efforts.
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