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From the beginnings of the Wesleys’ movement, Methodists have focused on advocating and doing justice and mercy in public life as well as in personal holiness. But times and social settings change, so how do United Methodists in the 21st century obey Micah 6:8: “What does the Lord require of you but to do justice and love kindness and walk humbly with your God?” "Justice and Kindness: Social Principles of the United Methodist Church" surveys the new statement of social principles adopted by General Conference 2020/2024. The document was composed with the participation of clergy and laity in every annual conference across the globe, drafted after listening sessions and surveys, studied and repeatedly revised, and finally adopted with large margins at GC in April 2024, after its 12-year development. It is designed to be theologically grounded, succinct, focused enough to be useful locally, and general enough to be relevant for congregations around the world. This course has been approved by Discipleship Ministries as an advanced Lay Servant Ministries course, but it is not limited to those needing LSM credit.
