May 26, 2010

2 truths present themselves: One, we don’t have to have poverty; and two, a great many people are more committed to capitalism than to eradication of poverty.

For one week people will pray 24 hours a day, with one hour focused on corporate prayer as a public witness against the harsh measures in the Arizona law.

General Board of Church & Society page presents faithful response to tragedy, discussion and worship materials.

May 30 observance intended as faithful expression of the Bible’s shalom, setting people free from bondage.

Safe Chemicals Act introduced to protect planet's most vulnerable from toxic soup in which we live.

Bishop offers additional reasons for fighting death penalty besides eloquence of Social Principles about sanctity of human life.

68 senators endorse U.S. joining Landmine Ban Treaty.

Severe impact of mining operation includes sickness, disruption of livelihood.

President of Macedonia, U.S. college professor work for inter-ethnic dialogue at time when country on brink of civil war.

'World Week for Peace for Palestine, Israel' message from World Council of Churches,

Religious leaders call for president, Congress to put families ahead of politics, pass immigration reform.

Arizona ‘racial profiling’ legislation provides impetus for creation of tool to help focus advocacy efforts.

$75 million will be targeted at undoing effects of racial inequalities on children in poor communities.

Event at St. John’s UMC will address history, production, intended use of nuclear weapons.

10-month, paid position will work in United Methodist Building on Capitol Hill.