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Church supports justice for migrants
United Methodists have adopted resolutions supporting justice for migrants worldwide and reform of U.S. immigration laws. Same-sex couple says ‘I do’ outside church assembly
Days after their church upheld its position against same-sex unions, two women join in a marriage ceremony. Church leaders support sanctuary for immigrants
Pastor calls immigrants' plight an "affront to God." Potato drop yields 20 tons of food for area hungry
Sweet potatoes will feed people, such as the 13-year-old who ate grass, “because it was like eating salad.” Church urges humane treatment of immigrants
About 300 United Methodists gather for a rally on immigrant and human rights in Fort Worth. Agency withdraws petition on Caterpillar divestment
The action follows Caterpillar’s steps to address concerns regarding the use of its equipment in the Mideast. Healing Youth: Wounded by Colombia's War

A feature story from the December issue of Response on the affects of war on Colombia's youth.

 Chaplain: ‘Find ways to be a redemptive voice’
Fresh from a tour of duty in Iraq, the Rev. Clark D. Carr urges the church to be a redemptive force amidst war. Filipino mother seeks justice for missing son
Edith Burgos speaks out for her missing son in the Philippines and for other Filipinos whose humans rights are being violated. UMW Middle East study provides mission context
United Methodist leaders respond to complaints about the study and discuss the church’s position. United Methodists begin Midwest flood response
UMCOR and disaster relief leaders respond to flooding and other weather challenges in Arkansas, Ohio, Illinois and Missouri. Memphis churches weep together over mass slayings
More than 2,000 people attend an interfaith service in response to the killings of four adults and two children. Directors Call for Prayers, Vigils for Iraq

 

 Invention pours water on thirsty world
A water purifying system designed by a United Methodist in Indiana is providing safe drinking water to people across the globe. Tap Project taps restaurant patrons for clean water
For World Water Week, some U.S. restaurants are inviting patrons to give $1 per water glass to help others without clean drinking water.

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