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Church and Society Spring 2025 Board Meeting Highlights
Under the guiding theme of Sacred Resilience, Disciplined Hope, the Board of Directors of the General Board of Church and Society met in Torrance, California, March 17-19, 2025. (Photos courtesy of Robin Kelby, Joscie Cutchens and Levi Bautista)
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faith in action
“If The Foundations Are Destroyed What Can The Righteous Do?" Psalm11:3-4
We are now eight months into a new presidential administration along with a new 119th congress that both have drastically changed the national and global geo-political landscape.
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statement
Church and Society Opposes Mass Deportation in U.S.
A statement from The General Board of Church and Society calls for a bold witness to stand against U.S. immigration and mass deportation policies influenced by misinformation, hate, fear and harm.
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Economic, Health, and Gender Justice
Rooted in an intersectional approach to ministry; the Economic, Health, and Gender Justice portfolio seeks to address unjust policies and practices that obstruct the full flourishing of humanity.
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faith in action
Celebrating Black History Month: Courageous Love In The Public Square
Rev. Dr. Liberato (Levi) Bautista, Church and Society's Assistant General Secretary for United Nations and International Affairs, offers his reflection on 2026 Black History Month and the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr 's Holiday.
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faith in action
Church and Society Laments the U.S. Supreme Court’s Decision to Restrict Access to Gender Affirming Care for Youth
After the state law was challenged in lower U.S. courts, the U.S. Supreme Court on June 18, 2025, upheld Tennessee’s ban on gender affirming care for transgender minors.
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press release
Church and Society Joins 164 Faith-based Organization to Denounce Biden Administration Asylum Ban
Press call highlights concern and call to action
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faith in action
Remember Your Christian Witness and Give Thanks
“Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” - Philippians 4:6-7
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action
ACTION ALERT: Tell Congress to Protect Medicaid and SNAP
As United Methodists, we continue to affirm that “health care is a basic human right."
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faith in action
Faith Leaders Urged to Challenge New Immigration Restrictions: A Call to Reflection and Action
The Biden administration's new immigration restrictions limit asylum eligibility for migrants at the southern U.S. border, threatening the safety of those fleeing violence and persecution. As United Methodists, we are called to challenge these policies and advocate for asylum seekers in their pursuit of safety and dignity.
