Here in the U.S. capital, the cherry blossoms are in full bloom, the red-breasted robins abound, and the days begin to lengthen. Let us thank God for spring.

Advocates for orphans and vulnerable children, including GBCS, have launched a campaign by Global Action for Children to increase U.S. government funding by $2.5 billion per year to provide free primary school education in developing countries.

The religious community is leading the way in changing unjust labor conditions in the United States, and United Methodists in every city play significant roles.

Have you ever been inspired by a rock star? You hear a lyric, rhythm, or melody and it touches your heart. Then anytime you hear that same song again your mind transports you back, and you remember all the feelings that went along with it.

Jim Winkler delivered the keynote address at this Cal-Pac Conference event on immigration in April.

Is the flag of the United States or of other nations appropriate for worship? Though widespread, there is a strong argument against the practice.

As tensions remain high between the United States and Iran, participants in the religious delegation to Iran in February are urging congregations to light oil lamps as a reminder to pray for peace and for the people of Iran.

"Don't ask what the world needs. Ask what makes you come alive, and go do it. Because what the world needs is people who have come alive."–Howard Thurman.