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Maryland church responds to family shooting
Members struggle to understand “why” after teen kills parents, brothers. United Methodist wins Alabama election
The Rev. James C. Fields Jr. has become the first African American from his district elected to the state House of Representatives. 'Twick' Morrison, racial justice advocate, dies
A champion of racial justice and reconciliation across The United Methodist Church, Morrison was 76. Africa Upper Room director guides growing ministry
Roland Rink pursues God’s calling by providing spiritual resources to a growing number of Africans. For United Methodist, sailing is spiritual journey
Nelson Price of Syracuse, N.Y., shares how his pastime provides nourishment for the soul. Joint effort brings medicines to the Congo
The first shipment of up to $14 million in badly needed medicines has arrived in Kinshasa, thanks to a diverse coalition of organizations. Refugees return to Johannesburg church after raid
South African Bishop Paul Verryn says his church mission is serving even more people than before the raid. United Methodist ethnic ministries seek $12.3 million
Six ethnic ministries of The United Methodist Church are requesting $12.3 million in denominational funding for the next four years. United Methodists respond to storms
Churches are helping communities in the U.S. South recover from a series of tornadoes that killed at least 57 people in one night. Mother, son speak out against Iraq war
Celeste Zappala and her son Dante are members of a distinguished order they never would have chosen. They lost a loved one in Iraq. Peace conference: Where is the church's voice?
"Why our silence?" ask peace advocates attending a conference in North Carolina examining the church's role in a violent world. United Methodists explore church's global structure
Is The United Methodist Church truly a global church, and should its structure change accordingly? Ten leaders explore that question. Young faces bring hope to peace conference leaders
The presence of seminary students heartens seasoned advocates at a conference urging peacemaking for the future. GBHEM.org Has New Look, Fresh Content

The General Board of Higher Education and Ministry has a new face in cyberspace – a redesigned Web site that presents news, resources, publications, and other information in a more colorful, visual format, and with improved navigation and search tools.

 Judicial Council to be 'on call' at General Conference
The church's top judicial body is prepared to handle questions of law raised on the floor of the church's top legislative meeting. Missionary tends to congregations in Germany
The Rev. Carol Ann Seckel coordinates English language and migrant ministries as part of a growing United Methodist presence in Germany. 2008 General Conference to welcome online visitors
People unable to attend the church's top legislative meeting this spring can watch the proceedings online with Internet access. Task force recommends ways to improve health
The United Methodist Church has a health problem, say leaders working to improve the health of clergy and church lay employees. Bush library opponents question process for approval
The future of the proposed Bush presidential library at Southern Methodist University may hinge on interpretation of church law. United Methodists in Liberia, Norway sign pact
Church leaders rejoice over a partnership agreement to develop and promote community-based projects in war-ravaged Liberia. Roofing in the Rain

From October 19-23, 2007, I traveled with twelve college students and five adults from Martin Methodist College to Gulfport, MS, to do hurricane recovery work.

 2010 congress to explore faith communication issues
A gathering of religion communicators will consider perceptions about religion and how technology delivers the message. Police raid South African church aiding refugees
Church officials decry a raid on Central Methodist Mission in Johannesburg , where police arrested more than a thousand refugees. Second woman seeks sanctuary in Chicago church
Adalberto United Methodist Church has opened its doors once again to a woman seeking protection from deportation to Mexico. News briefing offers glimpse into assembly changes
Many changes at General Conference aim to foster unity through common ministry instead of gridlock over divisive social issues. Church opposes cloning humans to produce babies
An announcement that scientists have created human embryos through cloning stands in stark opposition to the church's position. United Methodists explore divestment proposals
Divestment petitions aimed at bringing about change in the Middle East are reviewed at a General Conference informational session. Teens seek new youth director in YouTube ad
Wanted: One church youth director who loves Jesus, likes hanging at the beach and enjoys working with tech-savvy teens. Mission leader voices concern on Gaza
Bishop Felton E. May urges world leaders to take action on the border crisis in the Palestinian enclave of Gaza. Abortion opponents speak out during national rally
On the 35th anniversary of Roe v. Wade, thousands of anti-abortion advocates marched "to witness to a culture and a gospel of life." Heavy rains displace thousands in southern Africa
Torrential rains in Mozambique, Malawi, Zambia and Zimbabwe continue to force thousands from their homes in southern Africa. Flooded Indiana areas get United Methodist relief
The church helps flood survivors in northern Indiana with flood buckets, relief funds and volunteers. Peoria gathers for 40 days of prayer against crime
Facing rising crime and violence, the mayor of Peoria, Illinois, calls for 40 days of prayer, and churches across the community respond. Churches Uniting in Christ seeks reconciliation
Members of the ecumenical group seek to bring two of its historically black partner denominations back to the table. Fort Worth hotel changes challenge church assembly
With the United Methodist assembly just three months away, organizers are scrambling for rooms to accommodate delegates and others. Church-run clinics help families get needed care
More than 60,000 people have found hope and healing since Shepherd's Hope Health Center launched 10 years ago in Orlando, Fla. Florida churches enjoy drop in insurance premiums
United Methodist churches in hurricane-prone Florida begin 2008 with good news: a 22 percent decrease in insurance costs. UMC, ELCA conclude dialogue, look toward votes
After three decades of talks, The United Methodist Church and Evangelical Lutheran Church in America seek "full communion." Clergywomen of color build unity to build influence
United Methodist clergywomen from six racial-ethnic groups gather to worship, network and position themselves for leadership in the future. Strong sense of calling undergirds ethnic clergywomen
The Rev. Cynthia Belt shares her experiences as an African-American clergywoman in the predominantly white United Methodist Church. Nigerian United Methodist Bishop Mavula dies
Less than a year after his election to the episcopacy, Bishop Kefas K. Mavula of Nigeria has died of an undetermined illness. He was 40. Pastors, laity receive tools to help revitalize church
Using the metaphors of "thunder and rain," a symposium addresses ministry in dry places and the need for refreshing rain. Summit brings thunder to African-American churches
A gathering of African-American pastors and laity explore ways to partner to energize the ministry of black churches. United Methodists respond to relief needs in Kenya
UMCOR and church leaders provide emergency aid and prayers for Kenya following post-election violence. Wesley hymns inspire United Methodist evangelists
Using the Wesley hymn "Spirit of Faith Come Down" as its theme, the 2008 Congress on Evangelism draws 700 participants. Zimbabwe economic crisis cripples mission station
Sewage problems, decaying buildings and unreliable electricity hamper operations at two schools, a hospital, children's home and church. Post-tsunami Sri Lanka rebuilds amid worsening war
Sri Lankans displaced by the 2004 tsunami work to earn a sustainable living again despite renewed fighting and cultural disruptions. UMCOR begins fourth year of tsunami assistance
The United Methodist Committee on Relief is working to help tsunami survivors find a "new normal." Violence Subsides in Kenya but Cause Persists; Food and Transportation in Short Supply

A United Methodist missionary reports that while violence has subsided in Kenya there are serious shortages of food, transportation systems have been disrupted, thousands of people are homeless.

 Pastor’s hobby raises $85,000 for Moscow seminary
The Rev. Sam Duree has built about 3,000 birdhouses, helping the seminary take flight in the process.