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United Methodist ‘Open hearts’ tagline wins award
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As families gather for holiday celebrations, they are encouraged to support workers and producers by purchasing fair trade items. ‘Imagine something more’ to end malaria, bishop says
United Methodists working to eliminate disease by 2015. Campus ministers hear need for new ministry models
Showing value needs to be a priority, education leaders say. United Methodists discuss clergy job guarantees
Guaranteed appointments limit opportunities for young clergy, some believe. Bishop Eugene M. Frank, social activist, dies at 101
Church leader had passion for social justice, education. Live from Stamford: The commissioning
Two couples at work in different parts of the world were among those commissioned via a live Webcast Oct. 13. Skype brings global missionaries close to home
Through the use of Skype, Board of Global Ministries directors were able to converse with a missionary directly from Mozambique. Blog post: A Methodist Nobel Peace Prize winner
Linda Bloom reflects on the legacy of the Rev. John Mott, who was awarded the prize in 1946. United Methodist legislators disagree on reform details
Members of Congress fall in line with their parties, agreeing on the need for reform but differing on how. Women call for affordable health care for all
Leaders of United Methodist Women hold a rally and reaffirm their belief in health care as a human right. Agency reorganization eliminates five positions
The move reflects a new direction for the Commission on Religion and Race, executive says. Harvard student receives United Methodist grant
Tiffany Stanley, a master of divinity student, sees religion journalism as a way to blend her callings. 'Little church with big heart' catches Yankees’ pitch
United Methodists in the Bronx serve uneaten food from concession stands to area residents. BloomBytes: Feeding one small part of the Bronx
Advice columnist stands on her faith
Amy Dickinson, a United Methodist, says church has been an important part of her life. Kidney donation leaves two students closer to God
Two women find strength through prayer to take leap of faith. Coaching forum to aid church planters
Leaders set ambitious goal of starting a congregation a day, or more. Top evangelist gives glory, credit to God
Florida pastor says, “The vision God gave us is this: ‘Lord, please send us the people that nobody else wants or sees.’” BloomBytes: Striking the right tone on HIV/AIDS
Recalling the early project that set the tone for United Methodist HIV/AIDS ministry. 3 traditions celebrate historic agreement, spirit of unity
Methodist, Catholic and Lutheran leaders hail a shared belief on faith and pledge to work together. UMCOR distributes relief supplies in Philippines
United Methodists are responding to late September floods and bracing for a second typhoon. ‘Gardening for God’ reaps unexpected blessings
United Methodists in northeastern Arkansas harvest three acres of corn to help feed area residents. Homemade jams sweeten menu at food bank
An abundance of local fruit inspires an Oregon church to provide jams and jellies for those in need. Mission service offers live viewing, chat options
You will be able to participate when 40 mission personnel are commissioned live on the Internet. Methodists, Catholics, Lutherans celebrate milestone
The Rev. Niger Woodruff of Nashville, Tenn., sees the pact as “a loving act.” Black church leaders learn tech-savvy ways
Two areas of emphasis for the future: using new technology and training young pastors. Young people helping form ministries outside U.S.
New structure provides on-the-ground leadership in Philippines, Africa and Europe. BloomBytes: South African youth lead a new protest movement
An educational system that is failing its young people. Partnerships are key for global health, Frist says
Medicine can be a “currency for peace,” says Frist, who travels the globe on medical missions. Along with health concerns, ex-bishop faces complaint
The Rocky Mountain Conference is investigating whether Ed Paup violated his "sacred trust." Faith groups lead call for immigration reform
Advocates motivated by moral, theological concerns. Young evangelists reach out at bars, block parties
The Remedy stresses community service in building church. Blog: The church must report its own news, good and bad
Being a truly open church requires being transparent, Larry Hollon writes. Filipino women ask for support against abuse
Church leaders decry “culture of silence” on domestic violence. Future clergy choose United Methodist schools
More than half of new elders, deacons attended denomination’s seminaries. Aging Out in Oklahoma
The Carolyn Williams Center, a ministry a United Methodist Women-supported national mission institution, helps transition young men aging out of foster care. Keeping hope alive in the Congo
The Democratic Republic of the Congo could be the archetype for what Africans call the “resource curse” — the malady where impoverished people fare worst in countries with abundant natural resources. Yet United Methodist Women is helping impoverished families, women, children and youth in the Congo keep hope alive. Help for mothers in Kentucky
The Maternal Infant Health Outreach Worker (MIHOW) program at Mission Giving-supported Henderson Settlement is there to help women in southeastern Kentucky. Churches find new ways to say, ‘Y’all come back now!’
Homemade pecan pies, rolls welcome visitors to Arkansas churches. South Central Jurisdiction will realign in 2012
Nebraska, Kansas East and Kansas West Annual (regional) conferences will form one episcopal area. BloomBytes: Achieving 'lasting change' for girls and women
We must continue to pay attention to how women and girls are treated Words have power to bless or curse, analysts say
Hold one another accountable, bishop advises. God's Call: Opening Young Hearts and Minds
Youth and young adults need strong mentors to help them discern a call to ministry. Zimbabweans step up to help students
Fundraising effort allows 60 to continue education Scholarships top priority for Africa University
Inflation, recession batter Zimbabwe school. BloomBytes: Eighth Anniversary
Pray With Africa builds community for continent
Teams of young people will visit 30 U.S. cities with a call to ‘Learn. Pray. Act.’ African bishops to take role in university
Pastoral letter of hope also planned. Top executive of United Methodist Men resigns
Rev. David Adams misses serving a local church.

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