Commentary: Finding the Holy Grail at the communion table
We have seen headlines about how some have used the Eucharist to promote their own political and social agendas, by denying access if you believed this way or that way.
UMCOR marks 10 years of work in Azerbaijan
During the past decade, thousands of citizens and refugees in Azerbaijan have received health care through the United Methodist Committee on Relief.
United Methodists fill 62 seats in new Congress
Sixty-two United Methodists will serve in the 110th Congress -- the same number as in the 109th Congress--and the denomination remains in third place among all religious groups.
Claremont seminary loses, regains, accreditation
A United Methodist theological school that lost and regained its accreditation this year has until February 2008 to show that it can operate within its budget and a new business plan.
'Fearfully and Wonderfully Made': excerpts
Here are some excerpts from "Fearfully and Wonderfully Made: A Policy on Human Biotechnologies," adopted by the National Council of Churches at its 2006 General Assembly
NCC policy helps member churches join biotechnology debates
Should people of faith join the debate on stem cell research, speak out about questionable methods of human "enhancement" and push for adequate regulation of the biotechnology industry?
'Dream Dairy' provides hope to Africa University community
One year ago, Alyssa Chrisos was sitting quietly beside her mother at Pisgah United Methodist Church listening to Marsha Dorgan talk about the "Dream Dairy" at Africa University.
Gold Rush town hosts Las Posadas for Christmas
It's 2 in the afternoon, and Faye Fyock, her short dark hair catching a gust of early December wind, clicks off the items still to be completed before the evening's festivities.
Pastor's Nativity sets reflect universality of Christmas story
The traditional Nativity set usually has a straw-filled manger in a facsimile of a stable, surrounded by a Mary, Joseph, three kings, a couple of shepherds and a hovering angel -- often with European features -- and an assortment of animals.
Commentary: God's hand is all over Nothing But Nets campaign
Moments of clarity are gifts from God. For some, they come as naturally as breathing. For others, they are few and far between. Go to article now
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