From FOX 4 News Dallas-Fort Worth · Carter Freemon · · 1m
Highland Park Church Sues Over Name Confusion
Highland Park Methodist Church seeks court order to stop United Methodist Church from using its former name.
In brief
Highland Park Methodist Church seeks court order to stop United Methodist Church from using its former name. Highland Park Methodist Church filed a temporary restraining order against United Methodist Church for using its former name, causing confusion among members and donors. Originally reported by FOX 4 News…
Highland Park Methodist Church Files TRO
Highland Park Methodist Church has filed for a temporary restraining order against United Methodist Church for using its former name.
Congregation Split Over Denomination
Highland Park Methodist Church voted to leave United Methodist Church in October after a legal battle, bringing its former leaders and congregation.
Name Confusion Claims

Highland Park Methodist Church says United Methodist Church's use of Highland Park United Methodist Church name has caused confusion among members and donors.
Legal Battle Continues
A non-jury trial between the two parties is set for October 2027, with Highland Park Methodist Church confident in their legal position.
The headline
Highland Park Methodist Church filed a temporary restraining order against United Methodist Church for using its former name, causing confusion among members and donors.




