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Reflections for a weary soul
In days of violence, uncertainty and hatred, we must speak the truth about war, discrimination, violence, and love. But this work can leave our souls weary.
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The impact of American foreign policy: A reflection for National Hispanic/Latinx Heritage Month
We're nearing the end of National Hispanic/Latinx Heritage Month. The Rev. Jose Luis Villasenor, pastor of Fiesta Cristiana in Apex, North Carolina, shares part of his story.
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Preparing for the International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church
People around the world will observe the International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church on Sunday, Nov. 5. This is a day when the worldwide body of Christ comes together to pray for those among us who are suffering persecution.
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Reflect on your workplace this World Mental Health Day.
This year’s theme for World Mental Health Day is mental health in the workplace. So, one thing you can do today is to spend some time thinking about workplaces and their impact on mental health — both yours and others’.
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Revitalizing indigenous languages an act of justice
Indigenous languages are measures of Native sovereignty. Indeed, indigenous languages are the most critical markers of the cultural health of indigenous nations.
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What shall we say? Responding to the shooting in Las Vegas.
You will likely be discussing this shooting, and responses to it, at church Sunday and in the coming days. The Gun Violence Pastoral Cheat Sheet offers guidance on how to speak about gun violence.
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Korea: Peace, justice and reunification
Responding to the escalating tensions on the Korean Peninsula, Church and Society, in partnership with the Korea Peace Committee, will host "Peace on the Korean Peninsula Forum," Nov. 13-15, 2017.
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Domestic Violence Awareness Month
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. To understand domestic violence, we have to begin to look in — into our behaviors, into our families, into our churches, into our communities and into the policies that impact women and families.
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Church and Society welcomes two Wesley Theological Seminary interns
This fall we are glad to welcome two Wesley Theological interns to the work of Church and Society. Michelle and Daniel will be serving with us for the year as a part of their practicum learning as they work toward their master's in divinity.
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Celebrating life and God’s grace: The journey of one woman living with HIV
Sharon Thomas was infected with HIV in 1987 and diagnosed in 1988. It was rare for women to contract HIV. She was devastated, believing she would never live to see another day.
