In the News
Pastors urge fast July 15 for Mideast peace
Two Texas pastors were inspired by reports of Muslims and Jews coming together, including the families of slain Israeli and Palestinian boys. Read More
Around the Church
Church provides connection to Native American worship
'We had no place to go.' Dayspring Native American United Methodist Church combines drums, sage and Scripture for unique service. Read More
Opinion
What unites us
From ministries of compassion to our faith in Jesus Christ, Mike Coyner invites us to focus on our commonalities rather than our differences. Read More
Faith Stories
23-year-old leads two churches
Tyler Hege felt God’s call at age 12 but decided on a law degree instead. That’s when “God reined him in a different direction.” Read More
In the Spotlight
Technology for Social Good
The Game Changers Summit in September, an international United Methodist Conference, will explore how communications can be used for community development. Read More
Share Your Story
Where were you during the Freedom Summer of ‘64?
United Methodist News Service wants your reflections on that historic summer and the passage of the Civil Rights Act. Read More
In the News
Court: Contraception mandate violates employers’ religious freedom
Some cheer U.S. Supreme Court ruling as victory for religious liberty; others worry about implications for women's reproductive health Read More
Video Worth Watching
UMTV: Church’s Commitment to Troops
In 2007, a military mom started a support group with her United Methodist church. Volunteers now send care packages to 900 active duty soldiers. View
Feeding the Spirit
Spiritual Gifts
No one is without a gift, and each person has a unique role in the body of Christ. What is your spiritual purpose? Find out. Read More
Across the Globe
In Sudan, water is life
People without clean water are vulnerable to disease, but they also ‘lack any means to livelihood.” Find out how your dollars are making a difference. Read More
In-depth
Featured Topic: Human Sexuality
Learn more about the official position of the church, read personal opinions and view other resources and headlines on the subject of sexuality. More
Faith Stories
Be awkward for Jesus
A few years after grad school, Ingrid McIntyre came to a crossroads: stay at her 9-5 job or work with the homeless. Her advice? Read More