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University Rallies to Help Disaster Survivors
Students and faculty at United Methodist-related Wesleyan University-Philippines held several events to raise funds for those affected by recent disasters and climate change. Read more
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Encountering International Farm Policy in a Scottish Cathedral
Retired pastor John Sumwalt, who grew up on a farm, has an unexpected encounter with the inequities of international farm policy while worshiping at St. Mary's Cathedral in Glasgow, Scotland. Read more
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UMC's Online Gatherings Are the Place to Be
If the great global coronavirus pandemic accomplished anything good, its enforced quarantine taught The United Methodist Church how to use online gatherings more effectively. Four major meetings are scheduled for Oct. 16. Read more
Faith and Democracy
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Reflections on Immigration
Around the world global migration is surging, primarily because of climate change, conflict and oppression. Unfortunately, the surge in migration has also put stress on receiving societies. However, God instructs believers to welcome migrants. Read more
Oct 15, 2024
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Ye Shall Know the Truth, And?
“Disinformation,” “rumors,” more accurately, lies related to storm relief, are rampant. In fact, the lies are so widespread that FEMA was forced to create a webpage to answer them. What can Christians do? Read more
Oct 14, 2024
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United Methodists Vote for The Common Good
Michael DiMonte, lay leader of St. Paul’s United Methodist Church in Allison Park, Pa., and convener of St. Paul’s “Working for Justice” Ministry, offers a Christian perspective on engaging in political elections. Read more
Oct 14, 2024
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U.S. Migration's Long History Challenges Christians in 2024
Some will celebrate Oct. 14 as Columbus Day, while others will observe Indigenous People's Day instead. Editor-at-large John W. Coleman looks at the history of US migration and its significance for Christians this election season. Read more
Oct 8, 2024
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Reflections on Authoritarianism
Bishop Kennetha J. Bigham-Tsai of the Iowa Conference begins a series of pre-election pastoral letters by looking at how authoritarianism can threaten both church and society. Read more
Oct 3, 2024
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Reflections on Peace at a Time of Rising Political Violence
As the writer of Colossians suggests, we are to have hearts controlled by peace—the peace to which we are called to in Christ. And, as God’s children, we are to be active peacemakers (Matthew 5:9). Bishop Kennetha Bigham-Tsai explains. Read more
Oct 3, 2024
UMC Now
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Faith Meets Fantasy at Church-Owned Comics Store
Theology and comic books have for decades shared at least a passing acquaintance, well-known to enthusiasts. But now they are cohabitating at a church-owned comics store in Oklahoma City, writes Editor-at-Large John W. Coleman. Read more
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Church Exits Influence Clergy Age Trends
Disaffiliations have led to reductions in the ranks of both older and younger elders. The report also identifies conferences that continue to have a relatively high percentage of younger clergy. Read more
Oct 9, 2024
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Pastors Need a 'Third Place' for Healthy Lives
A third place offers a respite from the pressures of ministry and the responsibilities of home. It's a space where pastors can simply be themselves, engage in hobbies, connect with friends, or simply enjoy solitude. Read more
Oct 8, 2024
Featured Articles
Rio Texas Receives $1.25 Million Grant for Children's Worship Initiative.
The Rio Texas Conference has received a $1,250,000 grant from Lilly Endowment Inc. to help establish "Making Meaning Together," an initiative to nurture children in worship and prayer in partnership and collaboration with the Michigan Conference,. Read more
Oct 10, 2024
Northern Illinois Conference and Naperville Korean Breakaway Group Agree to Settlement
The Northern Illinois Conference in August signed a settlement with a breakaway faction of the former Naperville (Ill.) Korean United Methodist Church, amicably resolving a disagreement over the rightful ownership of the church. Read more
Oct 10, 2024
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