‘Bold’ changes proposed for church structure
Proposals include a new process for dismissing low-performing clergy and consolidation of 10 agencies to try to ‘simplify’ and ‘integrate.’
Faithful urged to contact Congress about debt
Cuts to programs that assist the poor are ‘unacceptable’ to people of faith, says top executive of United Methodist Board of Church and Society.
New same-sex blessing complaint filed
The Minnesota Annual Conference will investigate whether a pastor’s actions violate a ban on celebrating gay unions.
Two UM church leaders arrested in protest
Church and Society top exec and an ordained elder among 11 charged as Capitol rally asks U.S. leaders to fulfill nation’s promise to poor.
Flood-drenched city seeks volunteers
As a bitter winter approaches, United Methodists in Minot, N.D., struggle with cleanup tasks.
Christians worldwide reach out to Norway
Faith leaders worldwide speak out and call for prayers after bombing and mass shooting that leave more than 90 dead.
Christian muggles learn from Harry Potter
The wizardry and magic are a turn-off to many Christians, but others have learned to see the spiritual side of the popular books.
Youth 2011: More than a meeting
When not in sessions, 3,700 youth were building walls, collecting toys, donating locks of hair, packaging meals, and raising money.
‘Ministry on wheels’ repairs churches
California-Pacific churches reap the handiwork of a retiree group that travels in RVs from church to church.
Zimbabwe mission treats body and spirit
Holston Conference missionaries find patients waiting for treatment at each stop on annual trip to Zimbabwe.
New vitality reflected at annual conferences
Attendance and membership counts don’t tell the whole story. Emerging ministries and congregations produce pockets of growth.
D.C. vigils call for ‘faithful budget’
Interfaith leaders are hosting daily vigils at the United Methodist building to urge lawmakers to remember the most vulnerable.
More clergy offer to bless same-sex unions
About 900 clergy signed statements saying they will marry gay couples as annual conferences grapple with the issue.
Food ministry rises above Minot flood
Ada and Bob Lower lost their home and church, but they still feed the hungry. People need them ‘now more than ever.’
Minot pastor asks for prayers and volunteers
Faith United Methodist remains underwater, but the church is reaching out to minister to the thousands of homeless.
Budget battle: Don’t forget the poor
Faith leaders call on Congress, Obama administration to continue commitments to poverty programs.
Arkansans bring pain relief to Uganda
A 19-member team from Fayetteville brought needed medical aid and help with evangelism in the east African country.
Child of apartheid to lead World Methodists
Bishop Ivan Abrahams says “black and white blood” makes him a reconciler. He encourages the church to speak for those who cannot.
The Battling Bishops … and other UM mascots
In the colorful world of team mascots, United Methodist-related schools are at the top of the class.
Churches scramble in Minn. shutdown
A lack of government services has led to increased calls for help to area churches, and demand may exceed supply.
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