World Food Day, Oct. 16—A Sweet Life
Since 1999, UMCOR has been combating hunger through its cheese distribution program, the only such feeding program in Armenia that helps nourish vulnerable children
Agency approves $4 million tsunami recovery project
The United Methodist Committee on Relief is funding further reconstruction and development in Indonesia.
United Methodist Agency Increases Support For Zimbabweans Fleeing into South Africa (GBGM)
The United Methodist Church is increasing its support for a ministry that assists people from Zimbabwe who are fleeing into South Africa to escape food shortages and economic chaos at home.
New Deputy General Secretary Set to Move the Mission of United Methodist Women Ahead
Harriett Jane Olson, new Women’s Division deputy general secretary, pointed to action and thanksgiving as ways to move forward in mission for United Methodist Women in her address to directors meeting Oct. 4-8 in Stamford, Conn.
New chief: Recent disasters drive UMCOR changes
For the Rev. Sam Dixon, the biggest task facing the church's relief agency "is just preparing for the next one."
African bishops focus on poverty at historic meeting
United Methodist bishops in Africa hold their first-ever meeting on the continent and take aim at poverty.
Commentary: A father’s reflections on ‘Kid Nation’
CBS' new kid-based reality TV show presents both troubling ethical concerns and genuine opportunities for family discussion.
Cote D'Ivoire Annual Conference Develops a New Strategic Plan for Health (GBGM)
The Côte d'Ivoire Annual Conference of The United Methodist Church is developing a new strategic plan in health ministries as part of a denomination-wide emphasis on global health.
Christian leaders host dialog with President Ahmadinejad
Ecumenical leaders peppered Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad with questions about peace, Iran’s nuclear program, the Holocaust and the state of human rights in his country during a 2 1/2-hour interfaith dialogue at the Women’s Division-owned Church Center for the United Nations in New York City yesterday.
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Côte d'Ivoire Church Youth Leaders Explore New Ways to Communicate About HIV/AIDS (GBGM)
"Stand Firm and Immovable Facing HIV/AIDS" was the theme of a three-day workshop for youth leaders of The United Methodist Church of Côte d'Ivoire on September 18-21.
Church and Society calls for justice in Jena
The United Methodist Board of Church and Society says that justice can lead to healing in Jena, Louisiana.
Interfaith fast calls for end to Iraq war
An Oct. 8 interfaith fast for peace urges people to fast and pray for an end to the war in Iraq.
Resources for International Day of Prayer for Peace
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