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Economy forces cutbacks in missionary pensions
Retirees feel ‘a bit less cared for.’ Health costs to rise for retired missionaries
Missionary group requested delay. Mainline clergy divided on gay, lesbian issues
United Methodists support church teaching Centennial of Methodism in Russia observed
Ecumenical gathering celebrates new life Youth outreach challenges ageism in church
The Vineyard offers a model for making church more relevant to young people. Mozambique bishop is model for women leaders
Health care, education are priorities Pastor says church ‘ultimate social network’
Social media said to cultivate community. Can we feed the world?
A special report on global hunger. World has means to end hunger, experts say
Finding the will is harder task Africa University researchers address health issues
Recommend actions for clean water, gender equality. Pastor hits pavement, cleans toilets, to share faith
Reactions range from astonishment to deep gratitude that leads to varied opportunities to minister outside the four walls of the church. Accepting grace is dad’s final lesson
Son learns to see face of Christ in response to suffering. Iraqi family reunited at Denver church
Christian community offers loving home. UMCOR supports the displaced in Myanmar
Rice, salt provide nutrition to camp residents Youth help lead the way in Nothing But Nets campaign
Teens find creative ways to raise funds. In Washington rally, youth are held up as key to success. Church welcomes free health clinic
Multitudes flock to Los Angeles church’s free health clinic seeking healing. Commentary: All Americans need health safety net
All Americans need health safety net. Commentary: Family doctors vital to health reform
Doctor says irrational love affair with technology plagues healthcare. Commentary: Pray, work for universal health care
Poor, uninsured suffer as debate continues. Commentary: Time is now for health care reform
Christians must reach out to poor, disenfranchised. Commentary: U.S. needs health care vs. sick care
Elders says U.S. needs to overhaul system. Taking chance of a lifetime for universal health care
Religious voices lift up common good. Africa University grads determined to succeed
Prayer, hard work rewarded. DC launches Nets campaign, honors youth
Event celebrates network partnerships. Colleges strengthen church ties
Schools cultivate two-way partnership. Layoffs, salary freezes part of new economy in church
Mission programs last to face cuts. Think ecumenical, save money?
Working together brings social, theological benefits. Blind youth paints picture of generosity
Cheerful giver wants to make others happy. Pastor shares joy of generosity in hard times
Book promotes attitude of gratitude. Congregation offers sanctuary for youth
Neighbors offered ‘radical hospitality’ A life’s work finds online home
Dean Kelley explores church-state law Church agencies announce layoffs
Economic downturn takes toll Bishop calls for end to payday loans
People before profits, advocates say Despite fire, Michigan trees take root
Volunteers from 16 United Methodist congregations planted about 1,600 trees in May across the Upper Peninsula in Michigan –just before two large forest fires in the region. UMCOR Issues $200,000 Challenge Grant for Sierra Leone Mosquito Nets
United Methodists are taking on a new challenge to provide every child under 5 with a bed net. Teens fund seeds of hope for young victims of AIDS
Teens turn t-shirts into pillows. Youth build box city to learn about homelessness
Teens from United Methodist churches built a cardboard shantytown to experience life on the streets. Agency assists civilians displaced in Sri Lanka
UMCOR provides emergency shelters, health aid. United Methodists seek 250 to start new churches
A new network of lay missionaries will focus in particular on ethnic groups and underserved areas. Conferences encouraged to match Cokesbury check
Sacrificial offerings aid retired pastors Faith calls us to love neighbors, pastor says
United Methodists support national campaign. United Methodists applaud child marriage legislation
Girls most likely to die in childbirth Women see God’s hand in third career in ministry
Calling overcomes economic concerns

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