June 7, 2010

In the midst of recession, environmental devastation and other demoralizing situations, the blooming of spring brings forth hope that we will seek God’s unrequited love much more intentionally because we need it so much.

Assault on humanitarian-aid vessels underscores need for just, peaceful resolution ofd Middle East conflict.

Focusing on disagreement misses amazing missional passion of many United Methodists.

Disciplinary strictures need to be modified to properly capture the essential tasks of clergy ethical focus, creating a ‘moral mandate,’ rather than questionable immoral imperatives.

United Methodist fistula-campaign symbol logs more than 45,000 miles in year’s time.

3-day conference will focus on reconciliation in Holy Land, include visits on Capitol Hill.

Goal to ensure low-income working families can make ends meet.

National Religious Campaign Against Torture urges support of 2 primary efforts.

Obama budget calls for largest amount ever appropriated for family planning.

Asks how faith helps reclaim sense of ownership and participation in responsible use of natural resources.

Young adults say exposure to a wide range of ideas, values and cultures makes them more accepting of diversity.

Diverse Virginia interfaith group meets with Senate staff, urge support for comprehensive legislation.

Report pays special attention to largely ignored, but bellwether, status of majority of the population: women and children.

International event will offer speakers, workshops, resources to ‘work toward AIDS-free world.’

Children’s Defense Fund founder Edelman to deliver keynote address.