March 23, 2010

Church and Society

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Word from Winkler — Christian faith's birthplace at risk
By Jim Winkler, General Secretary, General Board of Church & Society

Netanyahu government continues to charge ahead with construction of ever-more illegal Jewish settlements on Palestinian land, even blatantly announcing them during a visit by U.S. Vice President Biden.

Health-care bill passes
'Huge step' toward affirming United Methodist Social Principles
By Wayne Rhodes, Editor, Faith in Action

Social justice agency head says vote moves U.S. closer to health care for all.

Massive immigration reform mobilization
Faith community plays key role

200,000 gather on National Mall, faith leaders meet with White House, Congress.

Tea Party protester spits on Congressman
United Methodists urged to model civil discourse
By Wayne Rhodes, Editor, Faith in Action

Social justice agency head decries lack of basic decency among people disagreeing about public policy.

Breaking up to make up
Old song inspires sermon on Luke 5:4-11
By Bishop Linda Lee

At this critical time of change and uncertainty living oneness in Christ Jesus is more important than ever, bishop preaches at joint meeting of General Board of Church & Society and General Commission on Religion & Race.

Heading out the church door?
Make sure it is for the right reason
By Bishop Sally Dyck

Minnesota bishop says Jesus and John Wesley would go out the church door as Glenn Beck advised, but they would do so to give mercy and do justice.

Give me your tired, your poor
A reflection on St. Patrick’s Day
By Jeffrey Harlow

The current U.S. debate on immigration reform seems uncomfortably reminiscent of treatment of Irish immigrants in the 19th century.

Are we awake or asleep?
A reflection on Matthew 26:36-46
By the Rev. Dr. Timothy Moore

Does Jesus’ admonition to his disciples convict our avoidance of social justice engagement?

Hopeandaction website expanded
Supports Council of Bishops Pastoral Letter

Multi-media, social networking capabilities enhanced for “God’s Renewed Creation” activities.

Treaty banning cluster munitions ratified
U.S., Israel, China, Russia have not signed

Pact goes into effect in August now that 30th country ratified it.

Native American Ministries Sunday 2010
Third Sunday of Easter, April 18

United Methodist Special Sunday nurtures mission with Native Americans, and provides scholarships for seminarians.

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.

Arkansas ‘Caring for Creation’
April 16-18 Mount Sequoyah Conference Center

Annual event helps faith community learn how to be better caretaker of planet.

Creation Care in Northern Illinois
April 17 workshop in Downers Grove

Annual conference resolution calls for implementing sound environmental policies and practices.

Global Campaign for Education
Action Week April 19-25

South Africa to host summit on education during World Cup this summer.

On transforming the world
'We cannot lead others to a place we have never been.'
—Bishop Linda Lee (Wisconsin)


Word from Winkler — Christian faith's birthplace at risk

Health-care bill passes

Massive immigration reform mobilization

Tea Party protester spits on Congressman

Breaking up to make up

Heading out the church door?

Give me your tired, your poor

Are we awake or asleep?

Hopeandaction website expanded

Treaty banning cluster munitions ratified

Native American Ministries Sunday 2010

5th Caring for Creation

Arkansas ‘Caring for Creation’

Creation Care in Northern Illinois

Global Campaign for Education

On transforming the world

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