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Tragedy in Sudan moves conference to expand goals
Holston Conference leaders appeal for broader rescue effort Study team faces turmoil in Sudan
Gunfire keeps team sequestered in hotel, provides opportunity for ministry to hotel staff and to one another. United Methodists address Red River threat
The Rev. Rich Zeck has spent the last 10 days bagging sand for the emergency dikes. New Day for Methodism in the Bronx
A new inter-ethnic, multicultural United Methodist congregation is off to a strong start in the Bronx, the northern-most borough of the City of New York, offering "solid ground for shaky times." Bishop Ole Borgen dies at 83
The first non-American president of the Council of Bishops dies March 24. The European church: small but committed
Bishop's seeks to strengthen the mission of local churches and develop leadership among women. Agency will help develop leaders in Brazil
Board of Higher Education and Ministry sees opportunity for developing leaders in Latin America. Buy chocolate, help farmers, agency says
UMCOR encourages buying fair-trade chocolate for Easter to meet the 100-Ton Challenge. Higher Ed board approves plan, cost cuts, scholarship
Agency’s directors focus on what it means to lead the church in developing principled leaders. Minister focuses attention on devastating condition
Obstetric fistula leaves women – often young girls – with stillborn babies, injuries and chronic incontinence. Border Health Partnership Builds on Local Initiative
A new United Methodist Border Health Partnership in South Texas is building on the work of a small membership congregation in the city of Pharr, near McAllen and just across the Rio Grande from the Mexican city of Reynosa. Obama staffer says make neighbor’s struggles real
Michael Strautmanis encourages church board members to be engaged with their communities and the Oval Office. United Methodists share concerns with lawmakers
The time is now for faith communities to mobilize around health care reform, an aide to Sen. Edward Kennedy says. Churches focus on Christian recovery programs
United Methodist congregations are joining programs that address hurts, habits and hang-ups. Survey looks at United Methodist clergy spouses
Data indicates that male spouses have a different experience of the spousal role Birdhouses for Mission
The Rev. Sam Duree is a man with a mission cause: supporting the United Methodist Theological Seminary in Russia. Church leaders suggest ways to overcome profiling
Understanding the myths that lead to profiling is an important step to beating the problem, experts say. Greenhouse emissions reduction
The director of Economic and Environmental Justice at the United Methodist General Board of Church & Society (GBCS) told the U.S. House of Representatives Energy and Commerce Subcommittee last week that the faith community supports strong and quick action to address the dangers of climate change. GracePoint United Methodist Church starts over
Kansas Church is rebuilding after leaders depart and form nondenominational church of the same name Racial profiling in society broadens
Often based on false assumptions, profiling is a source of fear for many people of color. United Methodists to look at Pacific Islanders
Global Ministries to examine needs of people in Hawaii, Fiji, Guam, Samoa, and Tonga. United Methodists confront profiling issue
The United Methodist Church is not immune to incidents of profiling, even as it confronts the problem in wider society. Conferences to consider church structure
Delegates to worldwide United Methodist annual sessions will vote on 32 amendments to change the church’s constitution Russia Initiative event highlights youth
Young adults bring a spirit of newness to the 2009 consultation of the United Methodist Russia Initiative. Arizona United Methodist Facility Receives Federal Job Stimulus Grant
Wesley Community Center, a Phoenix facility related to The United Methodist Church, is sharing in a $3.9 million federal economic stimulus grant aimed at increasing regional jobs in the health-care section. Cuba visit brings changes to covenant
The structure of the relationship between Florida and Cuba will be different. Job loss provides opportunity to serve others
Peoria First United Methodist Church will be clearinghouse for people needing assistance. Michigan churches adjust to economic downturn
Eight of the largest churches in the Detroit Conference may not be able to pay their 2009 apportionments in full. Specialists to help men mature spiritually
United Methodist Men to help congregations develop ministries for men. Churches offer services to the jobless
The economic downturn is becoming a catalyst for many churches to provide new services. Civil rights pilgrimage takes visitors to ‘sacred ground’
Congressional members hear pastors Joseph Lowery and Jim Lawson talk about the struggle for civil rights. Hoosier United Methodists offer help in downturn
Indiana churches reach out to their communities, reeling from economic woes. United Methodists join rally against foreclosures
Bus caravan arrives in Washington to speak out for families facing the loss of their homes. Bishop urges prayer for church shooting victims
United Methodist, who served as shooter’s pastor for 13 years, reaches out to the man and his family. Ecumenical agency announces staff changes
Two executives with the Commission on Christian Unity and Interreligious Concerns are “no longer with the agency.” United Methodists in Nigeria recreate medical board
The three annual conferences in the Nigeria form a new medical board to serve the needs of rural communities. Church and Society leader joins civil rights pilgrimage
Pilgrimage to Alabama celebrates the civil rights movement as a start toward a greater America. Event looks at women’s identities as caregivers
Speakers focus on impact of care giving in age of HIV/AIDS. Student fund established in memory of bomb victim
Office and Loans and scholarships creates loan fund for Shannon Davis. United Methodists add voices to U.N. commission
The 53rd session focuses on care giving and HIV/AIDS. Ethicists examine authenticity of public apologies
The phenomenon of today’s public apology is part of political spin to minimize damage. Church furnishes homes with help and compassion
Furniture ministry provides glimpse of how God works to families in need. Church helps immigrants learn English, get ahead
Franklin Castillo, thanks to language program, owns a janitorial company with four employees. Call issued for more covenant relationships between congregations and missionaries
The General Board of Global Ministries is challenging the annual (regional) conferences in the US to increase the number of their covenants by 10 this year. Bishop Melvin Wheatley dies at 93
The bishop advocated for greater inclusiveness of gays and lesbians in the church. Conference will focus on peace in time of crisis
People attending “A River Deep and Wide” will tap into resources that will enable them to help others. New group will study church’s worldwide nature
Twenty United Methodists from across the globe will develop recommendations for next General Conference. United Methodist Women Mission Giving Exceeds Pledges for 2008
Despite the declining economy across the globe, the Women’s Division is celebrating the achievement of meeting the projected conference Pledges to Mission for the year of 2008. ‘Sex and the Church’ series (GBCS)
The United Methodist General Board of Church & Society (GBCS) will present a series of articles that address critical aspects of human sexuality. United Methodists clean up after Oklahoma tornados
Church members respond by clearing debris, working at a recovery center and providing other outreach.

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