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African American Studies Welcome at Florida Church
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — A Florida church is offering to host Advanced Placement African American Studies classes following the state’s push to ban the course at high schools. The Rev. Andy Oliver of Allendale United Methodist Church stepped up after state officials said topics in the course violate state law. "I believe we have to know our history, so that we can do better as a community," Oliver said. Read story and watch video Read more
United Methodist Leads WCC Symposium on Churches' Role in International Affairs
The symposium, led by the Rev. Dr. Liberato C. Bautista of the General Board of Church and Society, explored how religious communities can be agents of change in securing wellbeing and sustainability around the world. Read more
How Do We Talk About God After Auschwitz?
If you’ve visited a concentration camp, toured the gas chambers, seen the mass graves, and stood where victims were hung and shot, you realize “How do you talk about God after Auschwitz?” isn’t a theoretical question. Read more
After 'Surreal' Beginning, Philippines' First Woman Bishop Works for UMC Unity
Bishop Ruby-Nell M. Estrella, first woman elected a United Methodist bishop in the Philippines, works for the UMC's unity even as she faces sexist resistance to her ministry. Read more
The Beatitudes: God’s Words That Aren’t Intended for Your Scriptural AR-15
The Beatitudes are the central components of Jesus’ teachings, yet when push comes to shove, most people would easily give them lip service yet find themselves unable to realize the full impact of what they agree to. Read more
Scholar to Host 2nd Engage Group on Common Good
Dr. Steve Harper will hold his second "Engage Group," this one focused on fellow scholar Walter Bruggemann's book "Journey to the Common Good." Read more