January 6, 2010

Church and Society

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Word from Winkler — A prophet-driven economy
By Jim Winkler, General Secretary, General Board of Church & Society

From the earliest days, our ancestors in the faith have been very specific in both the Old and New Testaments about actively caring for human needs and ensuring justice for all.

Sex and the Church — You're never too old
By Richard Gentzler Jr., DMin.

The myth of desexualization as a person gets older is among the stereotypes of ageism.

President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief
5-year strategy analysis of revamped strategy
By Wayne Rhodes, Editor, Faith in Action

Revamped plan expands existing commitments around service delivery, heightens emphasis on sustainability.

Dates to note on human rights calendar
2010 first quarter crucial period
By Bill Mefford, Civil & Human Rights Director, General Board of Church & Society

Many opportunities to engage in social action and education around civil and human rights issues are upcoming.

Texas church network urges immigration reform
Bishop cautions on gaining security at ‘cost of our own best values’
By Bill Fentum

Network began as Hispanic ministries outreach of First United Methodist Church, Stephenville.

Truth Commission on Conscience
March 21, Riverside Church, New York City

6-month effort will focus on helping service members who object to a specific war.

Aspects of the Qur’än
Book examines 9 key topics
By Wayne Rhodes, Editor, Faith in Action

Descendant of the Prophet Muhammed attempts to dispel falsehoods taught by radical Islam.

United Methodist Day at Virginia statehouse
17th yearly visit sponsored by Virginia Conference Legislative Network

Feb. 4 joint effort of conference’s Board of Church & Society and United Methodist Women emphasizes Social Principles.

United Methodists ‘going green’
Saving creation goal across nation
By Linda Bloom

New and refurbished buildings, energy-saving practices, innovative programs show concern for environment.

Carcaño to keynote Ecumenical Advocacy Days
‘A Place to Call Home’ is March 19-22

8th action weekend to address immigrants, refugees and displaced peoples in lobbying Congress.

5th Caring for Creation
April 8-11, Lake Junaluska, N.C.

20 workshops will help faith community learn how to become caretaker of God’s earth.

Hanke named UMM top executive
First layman to serve as commission’s president

Calls growing personal faith and opportunities to practice social justice essential elements of vibrant men’s ministry.

Human Relations Day Jan. 17
United Methodist Special Sunday

Strengthens outreach to communities in U.S. and Puerto Rico, encourages social justice and work with at-risk youthS

Peace with Justice Day Grants
Deadline to apply Feb. 12

$52,805 awarded in 2009 to 28 ministries.

On abundant life
‘We are prone to forget that there is a spiritual dimension to health care.’
—Bishop Charles Crutchfield (Arkansas)


Word from Winkler — A prophet-driven economy

Sex and the Church — You're never too old

President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief

Dates to note on human rights calendar

Texas church network urges immigration reform

Truth Commission on Conscience

Aspects of the Qur’än

United Methodist Day at Virginia statehouse

United Methodists ‘going green’

Carcaño to keynote Ecumenical Advocacy Days

5th Caring for Creation

Hanke named UMM top executive

Human Relations Day Jan. 17

Peace with Justice Day Grants

On abundant life