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Grace Over Greed: Our Faithful Advocacy Continues
We must urge our leaders to put people ahead of politics and pass legislation that supports communities and reflects God’s economy of abundance and grace.
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ON THIS DAY - The Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Federal Holiday is Observed for the First Time
After the Senate passed the King holiday bill, Coretta Scott King hosted a gathering in the Simpson Memorial Chapel at the United Methodist Building.
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Action Alert: Tell the Senate to Support the Call for U.S. Compliance with International Law in Israel and Palestine
As Church and Society remains steadfast in our witness for peace, new legislation calls for reporting on human rights violations.
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Introducing “ON THIS DAY,” an article series celebrating the United Methodist Building’s 100th year anniversary.
Each month in 2024, Church and Society will highlight notable days offering glimpses into the momentous 100-year history of the United Methodist Building and the people called Methodists often walking along side ecumenical partners living their faith through social witness.
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Reflections on Attending COP28 in Dubai
As part of the UMC Church and Society delegation, Rev. Emily Carroll, Pastor of Shady Grove United Methodist Church, Louisiana and Executive Director of Green the Church Louisiana, shares her experience attending last month's United Nations Climate Change Conference.
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Advocating for Peace: An Advent Call for Ceasefire
A special event sponsored by the General Board of Church and Society (GBCS), the General Board of Global Ministries (GBGM), and the United Methodists for Kairos Response (UMKR)
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Advent: Anticipating Peace, Pursuing Justice
Now is the time for us to stand in our faith witness and urge Congress to resist policies that harm our communities and instead prioritize programs that support human flourishing. Use the action alerts below to contact your elected representatives and remind them of their duty to care for the common good.
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Tell the 118th Congress to Expand the Child Tax Credit
Congress has a chance to expand the CTC to fix a major flaw in current law: over 19 million children and their families are excluded from the full credit because their parents’ incomes are too low.
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Action Alert: Tell Congress to Call for a Ceasefire in Israel and Palestine
This new action alert calls for ceasefire, de-escalation, and restraint by all involved.
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Tell Congress to Protect Vulnerable Youth and Religious Workers
Let them know that it is time to pass the Protect Vulnerable Immigrant Youth Act. This legislation is much needed, and your voice will allow the work to move forward.
