He was also a key figure in the 20th century ecumenical movement .
Outler is generally considered to be one of the most important Wesley scholars in the history of the Church as well as the first real United Methodist theologian .
Outler was also a key figure in the 20th century ecumenical movement .
Outler is generally considered to be one of the most important Wesley scholars in the history of the Church as well as the first real United Methodist theologian .