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Arts camp helps heal Katrina’s youngest victims
As the Gulf Coast rebuilds its homes, Catherine Ritch Guess rebuilds children’s lives. Returning Pakistanis need aid at home
United Methodists provide critical support to returnees. Young clergy evangelize in cyberspace
Sharing stories, prayer energizes new generation. Nicaragua ministry battles poverty one family at a time
United Methodist teens partner with Nicaraguans. Couple saves former Ugandan child soldier
"God doesn’t call us to love abstractly" Ecumenical pact does not open door to gay clergy
United Methodists maintain ministry standards. Talbert institute to develop African-American leaders
Bold, compassionate young adults sought Connecting with the Lutherans
Native Americans explore youth outreach
Social media, scholarships are priorities. Relief agency helps Sri Lankans start new life
Soybeans, sewing machines are stepping stones out of poverty. United Methodist conference to address rural poverty
Organizer wants to bring people into “the heart of Appalachia” to minister with the poor. United Methodists, Lutherans take historic step forward
Churches look ahead to shared ministry, mission opportunities. Lutherans OK full communion with United Methodists
Hugs, ovation greet historic vote. Thousands join faith-based call on health care
Event launches reform campaign. Toy mission builds on legacy of cancer patient
Games, action figures bring joy to children. United Methodists struggle with health care reform
Church members seek best plan to provide care for all. Lutheran-United Methodist dialogue timeline
Timeline shows more than four decades of remarkable ecumenical progress. United Methodists, Lutherans approach historic moment
Denominations enrich, complement one another. Miracle in the Congo saves infant’s life
Good Samaritans save infant born by side of road. Methodist youths renovate homes of the poor
This summer, nearly 500 Methodist youths from across the nation journeyed to San Marcos, Texas to renovate homes. Theological schools increase scholarship support
United Methodist seminaries are helping students stay on campus, despite a tough economy. Misery in Eastern Congo
It started with the genocide in Rwanda. Global communicators honor three Methodists
Prophetic voices advanced global understanding. Methodism in Russia: 100 Years of Darkness and Light
In this series by Jan Snider, experience the history, the people, and the places of the United Methodist Church in Russia. Native American dialogue points to issues of trust
Ministry must be culturally relevant, participants say. Faith and joy keep revival going in modern Russia
Ministry of presence critical for growth. United Methodist Men challenge ROMEO status
Group pledges evangelism to reach next generation. United Methodists reclaim rich Russian history
Early missionaries paved way for post-Soviet revival. The faces behind the numbers
July’s unemployment stats included church employees Methodism in Russia: 100 Years of Darkness and Light
Series explores revival of Russian Methodism. Mission leader takes medical leave
Fernandes to run agency in interim. Pastor once was lost, now is found – in Russia
New generations awaken faith. SHADE—A refuge for many
With help from SHADE in South Africa, a young man from Zimbabwe can care for his family back home. Christian fiction climbing the charts at Abingdon
Faith-filled, quality writing attracts readers. Job cuts hit mission agency the hardest
Balancing compassion, finances difficult. Church starts must ‘set believers to work,’ bishop says
Mission of church to make disciples. 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
Making room for everyone in the household of God. Copy of 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. United Methodists challenged to seek young clergy
Younger leaders have ‘new vision for a new day’.

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