Trapped Haiti workers search for way out
United Methodists pinned beneath rubble take greater risks as time starts to run out.
Trapped Haiti workers search for way out,
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Trapped United Methodists take greater risks as time starts to run out.
Agency staff reductions alarm black caucus
Agency head says current downward racial/ethnic staffing trends have the church "moving backward."
Missions of mercy become tests of faith
The untold story of courage and sacrifice amid the rubble of the Haiti earthquake.
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The untold story of courage and sacrifice amid the rubble of the Haiti earthquake.
Butterflies, Seder meal enrich Holy Week
Texas church expands offerings to help all ages experience the Easter message.
Mission agency head draws on global roots
Thomas Kemper hopes U.S. United Methodists gain a new appreciation of worldwide church.
Debate raises questions about church’s voice
Speaking on social issues is part of United Methodists’ heritage.
Female pastor leads by listening
Minister makes sure the softest voices are heard and taken seriously.
Gender-inclusive language challenges church
Feminine, masculine, gender-neutral images together reveal “the wholeness of God.”
Meharry grads match with top hospitals
Years of hard work pay off as medical students discover what the future holds.
Woman accepts call to ministry despite skeptics
The Rev. Barbara Brown advises all who aspire to ministry to listen to God.
Churches keep worship staff, despite economy
In a Board of Discipleship survey, only 14.5 percent of 646 churches reduced worship staffs.
Latina pastor fears for her flock
United Methodist advocate welcomes, embraces and defends undocumented immigrants.
United Methodists monitor Dakota floods
As the Red River rises, church members say they’re prepared for whatever happens.
United Methodists urged to model civil discourse
Rep. Emanuel Cleaver was spat upon by protesters outside the Capitol on Sunday. What can we learn from the attack?
Marchers call for immigration reform
United Methodists gather throughout the National Mall for historic rally.
Pelosi hails church agency on health reform
Speaker says Board of Church and Society sent clear message to support reform.
UMCOR releases final funds for Katrina relief
The relief agency is making the last disbursement after nearly five years of quarterly payments.
Small youth group makes big impact
Oklahoma teens reach out to church, community with service projects.
Women seek vital role in Haiti recovery
United Methodists part of coalition committed to empowering women as equal participants in rebuilding the nation.
Bishop dismisses complaint against Paup
The Rev. Edward W. Paup will not face church trial.
Mixing hoops and beer endangers youth
As March Madness begins, United Methodists warn barrage of alcohol ads exploit young people.
Groups discuss clergy job guarantees
Ministry Study Commission raises concern that promising clergy lifetime jobs leads to mediocrity.
Drew University hopes to recover stolen items
Student arraigned in federal court on theft charges.
Partnerships strengthen black churches
SBC21 initiative reaches out to regional conferences.
Texas United Methodists join march
More than 500 marchers will advocate for immigration reform in the nation’s capital on March 21.
Giving decline threatens scholarships
Hundreds of eligible students may be turned down without surge in online giving.
Ivorians celebrate radio station with hope
The Voice of Hope is called a symbol of the living God.
Churches share wisdom of generous giving
Takes commitment to mission beyond local church
Radio station impacts Ivorians
Information can make difference between life and death.
White House focuses on faith-based groups
Faith-based organizations help government fight poverty.
Conferences struggle to pay apportionments
Local congregations find it difficult amid recession to meet financial commitments.
Missionary safety a ‘constant concern’
Killings in Pakistan illustrate need to be on continual alert.
Philippines will not release health workers
International religious, medical organizations protest treatment of detainees.
Special session of General Conference unlikely
Leaders say there may not be enough time or money for an extra meeting.
United Methodist Men begin new chapter
Organization expanding hunger ministries, on-line learning.
Concepción coping despite earthquake
Ecumenical assessment team visits damaged city
Women’s commission born in turbulent times
Movement of lay and clergy women started agency from scratch.
Chile mourns for quake victims, plans response
Methodist leaders part of ecumenical team visiting damaged areas.
Giving, membership decline in recession
The mission of The United Methodist Church continues amid sacrifices, officials say.
Funds embargoed at two schools
Claremont and United taking steps to reinstate funds.
Offering is UMCOR’s ‘backbone’
One Great Hour of Sharing supports “cost of doing business” for relief agency.
‘Wesley’ may be coming to a theater near you
Burgess Jenkins, June Lockhart help Moravian pastor bring life of Methodism founder to the big screen.
UMCOR helps Haitians stay in U.S.
Free clinics assist immigrants applying for protected status.
Chilean Methodists pray for guidance
Many church members left homeless by the quake
Pastors debate value of Lenten sacrifices
Which is better: To give something up for Lent or to do something new for Lent?
Chile faces long road to recovery
Methodists in Chile work with ecumenical partners to provide aid.
Innovative churches worship despite blizzard
Virtual worship experiences offer everything but collection plates.
Thailand mission respects many cultures
Newlyweds cut their wedding cake with a long sword at ceremony near Bangkok.
Chilean pastor: ‘Trust in the Lord’
The Rev. Edinson Caba Burgos says an earthquake reminds faithful that life is precious.
Methodists in Chile assess quake toll
Church buildings in at least four districts suffered major damage, bishop says.
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