In the World
Crisis Watch
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Call on Baptismal Power to Confront Evil
Sometimes we need to look at the cause of influences that lie behind some of our greatest social crises, such as anti-LGBTQ policies and racial prejudice. Read more
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The Ripples Will Go Out!
Individual action matters, especially if you talk about it. Your example, your words are rippling out and inspiring others to act for creation justice. Read more
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Of Empty Churches, Resilience Centers and Immigration
United Methodist churches could turn their unused weekday space into "resilience centers" to help people withstand extreme heat. Plus, immigration tactics anger government officials and bring out church people to help. Read more
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Interfaith Voices Want UN General Assembly to Hear Climate Message
An interfaith panel discussion on climate held Sept. 21 sent a clear message to the world’s governments: a social and spiritual transformation must underpin policies that care for the earth and the most vulnerable people living on it. Read more
Global Health
Love Beyond Borders Raises Nearly $500,000 in a Year for Global Vaccine Equity
Love Beyond Borders is the Boise First United Methodist Church (Cathedral of the Rockies) campaign to create equitable access to vaccines among the poor countries of the world. Read more
Sep 12, 2022
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Considering Our COVID-19 Losses
The Rev. Cindy Hickman asked her Facebook friends to describe what they lost during the coronavirus pandemic. They poured out their hearts. Read more
Aug 4, 2022
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As Monkeypox Spreads, Global Organizations Mobilize Faith Networks to Fight Stigma
Faith leaders from a range of religions are teaming up with World Health Organization officials to help prevent monkeypox as outbreaks of the disease occur across the globe. Read more
Jul 25, 2022
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'Valuing Life' Series Explores United Methodist Ethics
Ask the UMC tackles recent social issues with a new 7-part series on United Methodist ethics from the beginning to the end of life. Read more
Jul 13, 2022
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Sex and the Bible
No area requires that we contextualize biblical guidance more than sexuality and marriage. Read more
Jul 6, 2022
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Advocating Justice
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Call on Baptismal Power to Confront Evil
Sometimes we need to look at the cause of influences that lie behind some of our greatest social crises, such as anti-LGBTQ policies and racial prejudice. Read more
Sep 28, 2022
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Nostalgia for Idealized Past and Toxic Fear of the Future Fuel Christian Nationalism, Scholars Say
The far-right mythology of Christian nationalism, blending evangelical theology with conservative politics, arises out of an urgent longing for an American past in which Christianity held sway over culture, Berkeley historian Ronit Stahl said. Read more
Sep 27, 2022
