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Commentary: Will you join in fighting racism?
The Rev. Donna Claycomb Sokol writes about her profound gratitude for the church that saved her by opening her eyes to racism. Read More

Commentary: Why the church needs a news service
At a time of deep divisions within The United Methodist Church, an impartial news service can provide coverage that helps church members understand what is happening. Read More
Culture
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Commentary: Shaped by Methodism, Jackie Robinson continues to inspire
On the anniversary of the baseball and civil rights legend’s death, author reflects on how biography project affected his own faith. Read More

No joke. Comedies about God can foster faith
Hollywood treatments of the Almighty can actually lead to good conversations about how we see God and respond to his teachings. Read More
Spirituality
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‘How can this be?’ A prayer following a church shooting
United Methodists offer a prayer for comfort, peace, and guidance following tragic violence in a sanctuary. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer. Read More

Rainbow Weather
When congregations get a new pastor, they experience a myriad of emotions during the transition. Poet Lindy Thompson relates to these emotions in her poem "Rainbow Weather." Read More
Around the UMC
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Seeking deeper purpose in contentious times
"In the middle of this contentious time, we know that God is at work. Jesus’ birth is a declaration of God’s presence, continuing work, of love made visible." Read More

Las Vegas church finds simple gifts in tragedy
“I realized that ‘Hello, It is so good to see you,’ on Monday morning was more than an obligatory gesture. When we said it this time, we meant it!”’ Read More
General Conference
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GC2016 commentary: We can’t legislate church
Church can’t be legislated, but a clear mandate for denominational unity would help the next General Conference. Read More

Americans are more polarized than ever. We United Methodists don’t want to be.
The United Methodist Church has tried to model an approach to disagreement that the U.S. political system would do well to emulate. Read More