October 11, 2011

Concerns about membership decline have settled on the wrong solution: reorganization. Jesus personally invited his disciples to transform the world. Our local churches need to embrace his example.

Commit to act to end capital punishment because it violates your belief in the sacredness of God’s creation.

Ubiquitous homosexuality discrimination in Nigeria fosters self-doubt that is ultimately defeated through self-empowerment.

Despite gains, 21,000 children are still dying each day from preventable causes.

Mercy is good, but it’s only one leg of the three-legged stool the prophet Micah described as the essentials of faith.

59 persons, representing 9 United Methodist conferences, visit offices of 10 House and 10 Senate members to explain ramifications of malaria funding cuts.

Bishop Michael Lowry, Rep. Kay Granger discuss U.S. foreign assistance and its impact on women around the world.

Do we know how to create a just society?

Learn how policymakers can gain first-hand knowledge about their constituents life involving criminal and juvenile justice systems.

Attendance limited to 20 African-American or Hispanic/Latino persons under age 45 who can bring a ministry partner.

Concern raised that consolidation of power in 15-member board would undermine participation of racial and ethnic minorities in the general church.

Panelists from diverse religious backgrounds will explore faith community’s role in breaking the cycle of violence.

Former death-row inmates will speak about their experiences in the U.S criminal justice system.

New York Conference event in White Plains will counter misinformation about immigrants, biblical basis for solidarity with immigrant communities.

Will address causes of bullying, impact on the victim and society, how to be empathetic, and what active steps both youths and adults can take to create a caring community that helps prevent bullying.

St. Paul's UMC Spiritual Life Team, local Episcopal Peace Fellowship to co-host exonerated 20-year death row inmate.