July 9, 2010

Jim Winkler is on sabbatical leave. His “Word from Winkler” this week consists of anecdotes selected from a file he has compiled through the years.

Technology has speeded access to sexually explicit material that has changed in content and impact with disturbing results.

The United Methodist Church commits to work toward societies that recognize each person’s inherent value as a child of God.

Officially categorizing persons by values such as race and sex denies a higher classification that should trump all others.

Urge Obama administration, Senate to support U.N. Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women .

International Labor Organization report says target to eliminate worst forms of child labor will not be met.

Film acknowledges humanity’s mistreatment of earth’s living breathing skin, and empowers audience to act.

National Council of Churches, USA, project invites you to learn and take a stand on global situation.

President says immigration system should reflect ‘our values’ as a nation of laws and of immigrants.

Goal of unanimous vote is to end injustices illegal settlements represent.

Program to strengthen ethnic local churches as they engage in social justice.

Third annual event will explore social issues facing children, will offer 20 workshops, Peace Walk, ‘Festival of Peace.

Trip will visit Palestinians and Israelis working for peace and reconciliation.

Ecumenical peacemakers conference to focus on North American responses to war.