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Pennsylvania shooting victim had strong faith
Suburban Pittsburgh community turns to prayer in wake of slayings at fitness center. ‘Creation Vacations’ offer respite in tough times
Time away can renew spirits. Agencies announce restructuring, more layoffs
Plans focus on mission needs. Church developers learn from early evangelists
Wesleys emphasized growth in grace. Refocus and the future: reaching young people with the Gospel
The church in the United States and Europe must reach younger, more diverse people who have been formed in this culture with the gospel message. Commentary: One big happy family in Christ
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The church in the United States and Europe must reach younger, more diverse people who have been formed in this culture with the gospel message. United Methodists challenged to seek young clergy
Younger leaders have ‘new vision for a new day’. United Methodists accompany torture victim
The United Methodist California-Nevada Conference has sent its third team for a “Pastoral and Solidarity Visit to the Philippines.” The visit began July 19 and will end July 31. The team is hearing stories of abductions, torture and killings of people who are advocating for justice and peace in the Philippines. Hiwassee may lose United Methodist ties
College struggles with accreditation Lowery to receive Presidential Medal of Freedom
Civil rights leader honored to be in Obama’s ‘first class.’ Chaplains on the front lines of Army suicide prevention
Mental health stigma still an obstacle. Pastor gives churches ideas for supporting troops
Families value day care, support groups. United Methodists call for justice in Philippines
Obama asked to address rights abuses. Impressions from the British Conference
A reflection by Harriett Olson, who served as a delegate from the United Methodist Church to the Methodist Conference in Great Britain in early July. Cambridge incident debunks ‘post-racial’ myth
Minister calls for honest, candid discussions on race. Motel ministry feeds children
Meal ministry blesses children, church. South African school serves refugee children
Mission treats all people with dignity. U.S. conferences disapprove structure proposal
Other regions of the world are yet to vote, so the fate of the proposed changes won’t be known until 2010. Government in Fiji arrests Methodists
The United Methodist missions agency is “disturbed by the implications of the arrests,” says the Rev. Edward Paup. Relief office in Philippines offers help, hope
Church workers develop disaster response plans. Economy causes tightening of conference budgets
New church starts, mission partnerships are priorities. Woman with ‘uncommon touch’ ministers to homeless
Sunday meals served with love. Church pursues radio to reach across Côte d’Ivoire
United Methodists will provide vital information over the air with the launch of a station in Cote d’Ivoire. Congregations step out in faith, despite financial straits
Like many churches in Côte d’Ivoire, Nazareth United Methodist is growing yet financially struggling. North Texans help dedicate Africa University clinic
Conference also funds health scholarships Summer camp transforms at-risk children
Program builds trust, self-confidence Church fights poverty with jam project, financing
“We refuse to be called poor because our heavenly Father is rich,” Adèle Yed says. The power of partnership
Teaming up with partners can make a dent in diseases like malaria, says the Rev. Larry Hollon. Bulgaria-North Carolina Mission Partnership Flourishes
A two-year-old mission partnership is bringing new energy for Jesus Christ to three small United Methodist congregations in Bulgaria and the West Market Street United Methodist Church in Greensboro, North Carolina. Committee assesses life of church
Leaders envision vital, growing denomination Faith helps Ivoirian general endure suffering, challenges
Forgiveness is essential for Côte d’Ivoire to heal following civil war, says Gen. Philippe Mangou. United Methodist leads Côte d’Ivoire’s election effort
Robert Beugré Mambé is relying on God to help him as he plans the upcoming presidential election. UMCOR Philippines Prepares to Officially Open
The United Methodist Committee on Relief (UMCOR) announced the opening of its newest office in the Philippines, which will provide a ministry of presence while serving as a hub to facilitate communication between United Methodist conferences within the Philippines and with the US. Agencies applaud asylum effort for battered women
A new Obama administration policy will help severely abused women from outside the United States. Bishop Boni calls families, church, to prayer
Prayer is the centerpiece of daily life for the Boni family. Bishops bring Côte d’Ivoire, Texas together
The partnership is aimed at transforming lives on both sides of the Atlantic. United Methodist men assist elderly, infirm
Volunteers perform much-needed work for 75-year-old Millie White and others during outreach effort. UMNS launches new blog on 'Church, Culture and Media'
Filing from Geneva, the Rev. Larry Hollon offers perspective on the global fight against malaria. A brief history of Methodism in Côte d’Ivoire
Juju makers fled when the first Methodist evangelist came to this West African country in 1914. United Methodists confront nation’s pressing problems
From promoting peace to lifting people out of poverty, the church in Côte d’Ivoire is making a difference at every turn. Change the World conference addresses poverty
Every church can make a difference, organizers say. Finance agency thanks church members for support
God continues to show us a new thing. Foster care ministry keeps families together
Church provides ‘ray of hope’ with household basics. Worker justice network decries wage theft
Exploitation rising with jobless rate, advocates say. Church takes steps to help poor with Barefoot Sunday
Members of St. Paul’s United Methodist Church in Maryland donate shoes to help those without. Missionaries urge President Obama to help Honduras
United Methodist missionaries ask Obama to support reinstating ousted Honduran leader. United Methodists walk across Alabama for poverty
Lisa Pierce walks 168 miles to raise money for rural ministry and promote awareness for the poor. Pact opens door for United Methodists, Lutherans
The ELCA will consider entering into full communion with The United Methodist Church in August. Partnerships build ministry center in Vietnam
United Methodists are building a foundation for work and friendship in the Southeast Asian country.

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