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The Climate and the Quadrilateral
Looking for a book study for your church to talk about climate justice? Church and Society Theology Intern Wyatt Robinson explores a theological reflection on our climate crisis.
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"Hallelujah Anyhow": Virtual Advocacy in a Tumultuous Time
Min. Christian Watkins, of the National Council of Churches writes, "While the pandemic has made some things harder, connecting through technology and access to our elected officials has become easier."
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faith in action
Palestine through the eyes of children
“Allow the children to come to me,” Jesus said, “Don’t forbid them, because the kingdom of heaven belongs to people like these children.” (Matthew 19:14)
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faith in action
United Methodist connection to UN report
Submission prepared by GBCS is cited by Special Rapporteur on racism
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faith in action
2019: A year in review
2019 has been a long year. The year began with a monthlong shutdown of the U.S. federal government, causing millions of Americans to miss paychecks. Through it all, our faith in Jesus Christ empowered us to seek justice and pursue peace.
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Church and Society Awards Grants for 2019
Church and Society oversees the distribution of three different grants available to United Methodist congregations and organizations. Here are the project titles, descriptions, and Annual Conferences of the 2019 Ethnic Local Church, Human Relations Day, and Peace with Justice Grantees:
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Honed for public witnessing
Kevin John Maddela was part of Church and Society's Ethnic Young Adult internship program. He shares his experience. Church and Society is also accepting new applications for the EYA program.
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Global migration: From a special Sunday to daily advocacy
This coming Sunday, Dec. 3, United Methodist congregations worldwide will focus their Sunday services to the global migration crisis.
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faith in action
Making Poverty a Priority
Nearly 15 years ago, the Church of Scotland launched Priority Areas as as a branch of its Ministries Council in an effort to renew its commitment to impoverished communities. Through its revamped strategy and formation of multiple partnerships, the church has provided an example to faith communities on how to approach the fight against poverty.
