# Highland Park Church Sues Over Name Confusion

> Highland Park Methodist Church seeks court order to stop United Methodist Church from using its former name.
- Title: Highland Park Church Sues Over Name Confusion | Shortify
- Summary: Highland Park Methodist Church seeks court order to stop United Methodist Church from using its former name.
- Keywords: highland park methodist church, united methodist church, temporary restraining order, name confusion, congregation split, FOX 4 News Dallas-Fort Worth
- Source: FOX 4 News Dallas-Fort Worth — https://fox4news.com/news/highland-park-methodist-church-requests-tro-against-united-methodist-churchs-use-hpumc-name-usage
- Author: Carter Freemon
- Published: 2026-11-12T00:00:00+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: highland park methodist church, united methodist church, temporary restraining order, name confusion, congregation split, news, local
## 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.
## Key takeaway

Highland Park Methodist Church filed a temporary restraining order against United Methodist Church for using its former name, causing confusion among members and donors.