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Supporters rally for AIDS legislation

More than 30 persons gathered on the front lawn of the United Methodist Building across the street from the U.S. Capitol to pray for reauthorization of the President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR).

 Flood disaster includes 'serendipity moments'
In flooded-out Cedar Rapids, United Methodists talk about the times when God has offered small assurances to people in unexpected ways. Flooded Cedar Rapids church offers witness in crisis
Mission-minded Salem United Methodist Church finds itself on the receiving end of ministry in flooded Iowa. Hiwassee College looks beyond accreditation loss
Leaders of the Tennessee school say the United Methodist-related college will not close its doors and will seek to regain accreditation. Commentary: Reflecting on Southern Baptist trends
Reports of membership loss by Southern Baptists hold lessons for all churches, says the Rev. Lovett H. Weems Jr. Couple deliver food to people – and pets – in need
Along their 50-mile delivery route, Dick and Gail Buettgenvach ensure that pets are not forgotten. UMCOR presence is 'sign of hope' in Midwest floods
As United Methodists in Iowa respond to disaster, the church’s relief agency pledges long-term support. Sager Brown in urgent need of flood buckets

UMCOR Sager Brown Depot has nearly depleted its supply of flood buckets after shipping thousands of buckets in response to recent floods.

 Agency leaders continue work on Areas of Focus
Top staff executives emphasize their commitment to working together and investing resources for church’s priority areas. Church members asked for input on paperwork
Over the next three weeks, United Methodists are invited to share their thoughts on the official paperwork of the church. United Methodists rally to help Iowa flood survivors
In waterlogged Cedar Rapids, congregations minister to families who have lost their homes, livelihoods and church buildings. California-Pacific Annual Conference
More than 1,800 laity and clergy from across Southern California, Hawaii, Guam, and Saipan gathered at the University of Redlands for the 2008 California-Pacific Annual Conference. This year's theme was "To Be The Cup Overflowing With Joy!" North Georgia Annual Conference
Nearly 3,000 North Georgia Conference United Methodists met at the Athens Classic Center under the theme "The Heart of the Matter." United Methodists unite to send help to Sudan
United Methodists from five annual conferences attended a summit to discuss sending urgent help to the suffering people of Sudan. Retired United Methodist Missionary, Josephine Beckwith, Dies at 100

“I’ve never felt called to do anything,” Ms. Beckwith said. “I just wanted to do something. And I went ahead and did it.”  Ms. Beckwith served the church for 32  years as a Home Missionary.

 Agency awards $51,000 in Peace with Justice grants
The 11 grant recipients include a center that helps former Liberian child soldiers get a new foothold in life. Chaplain works with prisoners on ‘maximum’ ministry
For prisoners such as Corey Wagner, a series of books on ‘maximum saints’ provides both an outlet and a devotional resource. East Ohio Annual Conference
The 209th session of the New York Annual Conference met at Hofstra University under the theme: "For Such a Time as This: The World Will Know Us By Our Love." House of the Carpenter gives hope to poor
The West Virginia ministry feeds 850 families and provides help with rent, utilities, health care and clothing. New York Annual Conference
The 209th session of the New York Annual Conference met at Hofstra University under the theme: "For Such a Time as This: The World Will Know Us By Our Love." Clergy effectiveness study will impact training
The study will provide helpful information for those who work with candidates for ministry and do clergy assignments or supervision. Missouri Annual Conference
Bishop Robert Schnase’s opening report to the Missouri Conference offered optimism, hope and gratitude, recognizing achievements made in reaching out to young people. Oregon-Idaho Annual Conference
The 2008 annual conference session of the Oregon-Idaho Annual Conference began on a high note Wednesday evening at Willamette University. Small churches confront challenges, seek to revitalize
People working with small churches discuss revitalization and how to remain vital and viable in a challenging time. South German Annual Conference
The 6th South German Annual Conference came together with Bishop Rosemarie Wenner presiding. The conference theme was, '"Blessed are those…' Confessing your faith by living it." United Methodists join in prayers for Zimbabwe
Christian groups are calling for the Zimbabwe government to end violence, postpone presidential runoff election. Peninsula-Delaware Annual Conference
The Peninsula-Delaware Conference met under the leadership of Bishop Marcus Matthews with a theme of "Gear Up" and a focal Scripture of 1 Peter 1:13-16. Virginia Annual Conference
Surrounded by overflowing crates of apples, representing growth and becoming fruitful, the 2008 Virginia Annual Conference approved its "All Things New" plan, planting seeds for 250 new faith communities in the next 30 years and the revitalization of existing congregations. Western New York Annual Conference
Bishop Violet L. Fisher told the United Methodists in the Western New York Conference not to focus on the economic decline but to embrace the future as a church of the future. Western Pennsylvania Annual Conference
Western Pennsylvania United Methodists focused on their core value of love at the 2008 annual conference session at Grove City College. Young adults explore social justice in nation's capital
Intern Juliana Abe is helping people on her home continent of Africa as well as getting to know The United Methodist Church better. Desert Southwest Annual Conference
The Desert Southwest Annual Conference convened at the Scottsdale Doubletree Resort under the leadership of Bishop Minerva G. Carcaño. North Texas Annual Conference
The 142nd North Texas Annual Conference met with Bishop Alfred L. Norris presiding. The theme for the conference was "Our Hope is Built." Tomato picker shares personal story at forum
Florida tomato picker Romeo Ramirez talks about the roots of the Coalition of Immokalee Workers. Young adults address slavery, human trafficking
Slavery is not a thing of the past, young people are told at a forum on human trafficking in the 21st century. Mission leader endorses ecumenical call for prayers for Zimbabwe

The head of the United Methodist mission agency has endorsed a call from the World Council of Churches that Christians worldwide join in a day of prayer on June 22 for Zimbabwe as that country faces a run-off in a deeply contested national election.

 Church looks to pinpoint Iowa flood relief response
As waters recede in Iowa the focus is shifting to relief and recovery. People are responding with outpouring of compassion. Summer interns venture forth

Fifteen young people will live and serve in United Methodist community centers, churches, and institutions across the US.

 Ailing children navigate with Wheels of Love
With just a few modifications, a simple red wagon becomes both a toy and a tool for seriously ill children and their families. Commentary: Campus ministry claims God's call
A college student highlights the work of Wesley Foundations and United Methodist student groups across the United States. Arkansas Annual Conference
"Holy Healthy" living habits were emphasized throughout the 2008 Arkansas Annual Conference session. The conference’s first-ever 5K Fun Run/Walk drew more than 200 participants for a 6:30 a.m. trek through the hills of Hot Springs. Eastern Pennsylvania Annual Conference
Building the connection was the theme when nearly 1,000 members met for the Eastern Pennsylvania Annual Conference in Philadelphia. Hispanic ministry gets new boost in California
United Methodists in the California-Pacific Conference plan to start three Latino congregations in each district. Holston Annual Conference
The 906 churches of the Holston Annual Conference raised $172,340 for its partnership mission in southern Sudan and $60,011 for children’s ministry, for a total $232,351 in record-breaking offerings during the 2008 annual conference session. Illinois college signs pact with university in Liberia
Two United Methodist schools sign an agreement fostering trans-Atlantic collaboration. New Mexico Annual Conference
The 2008 Joint Annual Conference of the Northwest Texas and New Mexico Annual Conferences opened June 3 with a unified entry into opening worship. Northwest Texas Annual Conference
The 2008 Joint Annual Conference of the Northwest Texas and New Mexico Annual Conferences opened June 3 with a unified entry into opening worship. Oklahoma Annual Conference
Oklahoma United Methodist leaders had planned seating for 720 people, but the crowd swelled beyond that May 27 at an unusual evening business session during the 2008 annual conference. United Methodists give Bonhoeffer martyr status
Theologian Dietrich Bonhoeffer, executed by the Nazis, becomes the first martyr recognized by General Conference. Partnership to Develop United Methodist Center in Russia
A new United Methodist mission center will emerge in St. Petersburg, Russia, through a partnership between the Minnesota and the Northwest Russia Annual Conferences of the denomination.