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Church and Society 2024 Fall Board Meeting Highlights
New Board of Directors of The General Board of Church and Society (GBCS) met together for the first time in Washington, D.C., at the historic United Methodist Building September 26-28, 2024.
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faith in action
Church and Society Welcomes New General Secretary
Bishop Julius C. Trimble offers his thoughts on becoming the new General Secretary of the General Board of Church and Society.
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faith in action
Church and Society Takes a Stand Against Electoral Violence with the International Coalition for Human Rights in the Philippines (ICHRP)
Church and Society condemns electoral-related killings, red-tagging targeting activists and candidates, widespread disenfranchisement of voters with voting machine malfunctions and vote-buying, and coordinated disinformation campaigns.
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faith in action
Important ICE Raids Statement from Bishop Julius Trimble, Church and Society
In the wake of the military escalation of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) raids in Los Angeles, CA and in other U.S. Cities, Church and Society General Secretary Bishop Julius C. Trimble urges United Methodist to pray, stand with immigrants, and protest peacefully.
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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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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
Tell U.S. Congress to Advance Climate Policies That Reflect a Vision of Justice for God’s People and God’s Planet
Congress must include climate justice priorities as they consider key spending decisions.
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faith in action
Kaleidoscope Kids Reflect God's Light and Love in a Changing World
Children at the First United Methodist Church of Olympia implement a special project of love, peace and justice to inspire their church and community.
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resource
Voter Toolkit: "Sacred Votes: A Guide to Election Participation, Justice, and Social Transformation"
This comprehensive voter toolkit is designed to equip us with the tools and knowledge necessary to engage in the electoral process faithfully and effectively.
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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.
