November 18, 2011

People inexplicably argument against government helping the least in society, as if God intends for us to act differently as individuals than we should act collectively.

United Methodists’ profession of human rights remains incomplete, hollow and unconvincing as long as we champion the practice of stigmatization and discrimination against GLBT persons within our denomination and society.

Faithful persons joining forces to encourage so-called Congressional Super Committee to not reduce U.S. deficit by placing undue burden on the poor while shielding the wealthiest.

10 ecumenical bishops building relationships with Jews, Muslims and Arab Palestinian Christians, ‘a minority within a minority’ in Israel.

Profound stories of discrimination, cultural bias, punishment and persecution in the Holy Land both deeply disturbed and resonated with a group of 10 U.S. ecumenical women bishops.

Human Rights Day is Dec. 10; close Guantanamo Bay detention facility; end prolonged solitary confinement among many opportunities to take action.

Faith leaders gathered at the United Methodist Building in Washington, D.C., recently for a news conference about U.S. funding for global poverty programs.

Constitution adpoted in 2008 states that non-Muslims may not become citizens.

Discussion guide examines what protests say about U.S. economy and culture, and asks how faith guides us as we sort through the issues.

United Methodist Task Force on Immigration urges congregations to lift up the global and local realities of migrants, and call for U.S. ratification of Migrant Rights Convention.

Bishops acknowledge deep disagreements about homosexuality, urge United Methodists to work together across theological divide.

Nationwide night of simultaneous dinners and discussions will be in churches, homes, community centers and kitchens to promote positive change in the world.

7 decades after his death, Geiger and his unmarked grave received recognition.

1-year position will educate about United Methodist Peace with Justice program, grants and Special Sunday, build grassroots networks.

12-month consultant’s position available to orchestrate Washington, D.C.-based legislative efforts and online communications to broaden the scope of the project.

12-month campaign to empower United Methodists on issues of criminal justice, poverty, peace, human trafficking and violence against women.

Offering provides scholarships and loans for students attending United Methodist-related and other accredited colleges and universities.