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Scripture and United Methodist tradition affirm a vision of abundant living where all God’s children have access to sufficient resources to thrive. The Bible is consistent in its vision of a just economic order. It warns against greed, calls us to love and care for one another, and compels us to seek justice for the poor.
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faith in action
ON THIS DAY - Supreme Court Justice Harry Blackmun Delivers Speech at The United Methodist Building
On Oct. 21, 1973, one-hundred and fifty people attended a service in the United Methodist Building’s Simpson Memorial Chapel celebrating the building's 50th anniversary with United Methodist and Associate Justice Harry A. Blackmun of the U.S. Supreme Court.
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faith in action
ON THIS DAY... Senate Passage of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 Prompted Service at The United Methodist Building
On June 22, 1964 a service of “Prayers and Thanksgiving” was held on the front lawn of the United Methodist Building in recognition of the U.S. Senate’s passage of the bill for the Civil Rights Act of 1964.
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faith in action
World Renowned Rust College A'Cappella Choir at the United Methodist Building
Hosted by Church and Society, The United Methodist affiliated College Choir performed in the Simpson Memorial Chapel for the United Methodist Building’s 100th Anniversary Grand Finale.
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faith in action
ON THIS DAY the Board of World Peace Offered Congressional Testimony Opposing the Draft
On March 26, 1959, Mr. Herman Will, Administrative Secretary of the Board of World Peace, (later to become The General Board of Church and Society), walked across the street from his United Methodist Building office to the Senate Armed Services Committee Hearing and testified against the 4-year extension of the military draft.
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faith in action
Our Human Security Approach to Health and Wholeness - Intern Blog (Feb. 2023)
Last week, I was able to view a portion of the United Nations Ninth Annual Symposium on the Role of Religion and Faith-Based Organizations in International Affairs.
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Criminal Justice Reform
The biblical ideal of justice emphasizes right relationship with God, oneself, individuals, and the entire community.
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press release
Church and Society Officially Opens Search for General Secretary Position
November 10, 2023 is the online application deadline and first review of applicants.
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faith in action
Church and Society Spring 2023 Board Meeting Highlights
The Board of Directors of the General Board of Church and Society met in Montgomery, Alabama, March 22-24, 2023.
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faith in action
Support Church and Society's Efforts for Peace and Justice Across the World
From the Desk of Susan Henry-Crowe: UMC Peace with Justice Special Sunday is June 12, 2022.
