March 29, 2007

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

Word From Winkler — An announcement
By Jim Winkler, General Secretary, General Board of Church & Society
We have entered into the fifth year of the war in Iraq this week. In the midst of the nightmare of the war, here is what I dreamed President Bush might say to the nation. Senate Testimony
Delegates urge U.S. to help stop murders in Philippines
by Christine Kumar, United Methodist News Service

Real Life Social Principles
Mozambican Women Step Out In Faith!
by Linda Bales

Like the widow and the unjust judge (Luke 18:1-8), the Mozambican women are working for justice.

The ABCs of The UMC
Rev. Jen Williamson
In its fifth year the General Board of Church and Society has been bringing together young adult clergy to meet with staff and to learn more about ministries of justice and advocacy. Immigration Reform
Theologians from Across U.S. Agree on the Call to Hospitality
by Bill Mefford

As the immigration debate begins in the House with the introduction of legislation sponsored by Representatives Luis Gutierrez, D-Ill., and Jeff Flake, R-Ariz., we will do well to remember that this is an issue with enormous biblical and moral support.

Step It Up
Join the Nationwide Movement to Protect God's Earth
by John S. Hill
Step it Up 2007 logo

On April 14, 2007, hundreds of rallies will be held across the United States to bring attention to the issue of global warming and to call on Congress to cut carbon emissions 80 percent by 2050. Left Behind
What Are We Teaching Our Children?
Joyce Day

You may have already heard about the controversy surrounding the "Christian" video game, Left Behind: Eternal Forces. In the game, which supposedly takes place after the Rapture, players choose either to side with the Tribulation Force (the "good guys") or with the Global Community Peacekeepers (agents of the Antichrist).

Measuring Civil Rights
New Report Documents Erosion of Rights under Bush Administration

The Citizens' Commission on Civil Rights and the Center for American Progress have released a report detailing the detrimental impact the Bush Administration has had on civil rights and liberties in the United States.

Pieces of Peace Week 1
What does EQUALITY between men and women really mean?
Alexis Coleman, Amanda Tomkins
Pieces of Peace Dove

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