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Reflection: A Time for Everything
Students from the Pacific School of Religion recently spent ten days exploring faith and advocacy in Washington, D.C. Here's a reflection from one of the United Methodist students.
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As the U.S. Prepares to Exit Paris Agreement, United Methodists Prepare to Take Action
For people of faith and good conscience, this decision compels us to redouble our own efforts to address climate change.
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On the U.S. Withdrawal from the Paris Climate Agreement
Upon the Trump Administration's decision to withdraw the United States from the Paris Climate Agreement, the General Secretary reiterates the United Methodist commitment to climate justice.
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New Resource: Gun Violence Prevention Cheat Sheet
Here's a new resource for clergy by clergy focusing on how to begin or continue engaging the issue of guns and gun violence in a congregational context.
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#WearOrange and Take Action for National Gun Violence Awareness Day
Today is National Gun Violence Awareness Day.
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LGBTQ Pride Month
Around the nation and around the world, many will celebrate this month through festive celebration and commemoration of those who have worked for LGBTQ rights.
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May is Mental Health Month
May is Mental Health Month but every month is important for mental health advocacy to United Methodists.
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Peace With Justice Sunday, June 11
While many individuals and churches across the connection work for peace and justice every day, once a year United Methodists get to celebrate and commit to the work of peace with justice.
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Today, We Celebrate Motherhood
In recognition of the sacredness of motherhood and the tragic stories of maternal mortality, we call on local congregations to advocate with policy makers at all levels to improve maternal health through increased access to maternal health and family planning services and to support United Methodist projects around the world working on maternal health and family planning. (2016 Book of Resolutions, “Maternal Health: The Church’s Role”)
