January 25, 2012

An historic Western Jurisdiction Conference reached across the continent to elect the denomination’s first black, woman bishop.

50 churches in 22 states, the District of Columbia and nations overseas, accepted the challenge last year to engage in international discussion about impact alcohol has on lives daily.

A conviction on child pornography possession causes upheaval both personally and professionally in lives of ‘exemplary Christian couple.’

Deepening connection between ethnic caucuses and restorative justice initiatives across the United Methodist connection critically importance.

Offer intended to expand reach of powerful testimonies through Witness to Innocence partnership.

Concept to provide incubator to bring to fruition ideas for life-changing social-justice ministries by allowing young adults to take the lead, rather than fitting into existing projects or ministry models.

Resource offers suggested actions, information to take part in observance to raise awareness of the plight of victims of crime and juvenile offenders, and to support their families.

Former President Carter will bring greetings to gathering being held day before United Methodist General Conference convenes in Tampa, Fla.

Societal, religious and economic imbalance creating volatile climate, despite calls for peaceful resolutions.

On heels of 2-year commemoration of earthquake, briefings examine land and housing, cholera, women, accountability, U.S. policy toward poorest natiion in Western Hemisphere.

Offering enables UMCOR to live out its mission to alleviate human suffering around the world.

Federation only unofficial caucus of denomination to submit restructuring legislation to General Conference.

New initiatives aimed at becoming leading center for study of emerging forms of Christian community, best practices in ministry.

Persons, ages 18-22, interested in exploring public policy and social justice advocacy will work in U.S. capital during the summer.

People of faith to come to U.S. Capitol for lobbying after education on advocacy, economy and federal budget priorities.