May 25, 2007

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News and Views from the General Board of Church & Society of The United Methodist Church

Word from Winkler — Counting the cost of war
By Jim Winkler, General Secretary, General Board of Church & Society

Jim Winkler gave these remarks at a Capitol Hill press conference focusing on the impact of the Iraq war on local communities and families.

Face to Face
Bishop brings freedom to death row inmate
By Kathy L. Gilbert

GBCS President, Bishop Beverly Shamana, accepted a challenge made to the Council of Bishops to visit a death row inmate in 2007, the 50th anniversary of The United Methodist Church's call for an end to capital punishment.

Peace with Justice Grants 2007
Here's a Glimpse of Where your Special Offering Giving is at Work
by Kathy Gilbert

Sixteen Peace with Justice grants totaling almost $55,500 were granted during the first half of 2007 by the General Board of Church and Society, supporting work to promote peace throughout the global United Methodist Church connection.

I Need You to Survive
A Mother's Day Sermon
by Mayuris P. Alicea

Mayuris P. Alicia, a new mother, preached this sermon at Simpson Memorial Chapel in the United Methodist Building where the General Board of Church and Society hosts weekly worship services.

Opening Doors to All People
A Pastor's Thoughts on Immigration
Rev. Taka Ishii
The Rev. Taka Ishii immigrated to the United States from Japan when he was 22. Ishii shares his thoughts on what makes the United States an amazing place and his concern about the blockade some elected leaders want to erect to newcomers. The Liquid of Life - Water for All
by Mark Harrison

In the world's poorest countries, billions are without access to safe drinking water. It is imperative that we move in quickly and efficiently to address this humanitarian issue.

Pieces of Peace Week 6
Is the peace Christ promised attainable?
Alexis Coleman, Amanda Tomkins
Pieces of Peace Dove

A Bible study for local churches or individuals to use for the season of Easter.