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A letter undersigned by 30 faith organizations to President Biden and Speaker McCarthy was delivered to protect critical programs that help the most vulnerable to thrive in final negotiations related to the debt ceiling crisis. May 18, 2023 Dear President Biden and Speaker McCarthy, On
Our recognition of people of AANHPI heritage in places of leadership across the country must also acknowledge a wide breadth of experience across social, economic, political and cultural identities. May 16, 2023 Background on AANHPI Month In the 1970’s, Jeannie Jew, a former Capitol Hill
In the coming weeks Congress will be making decisions that deeply affect our common life together. Now is the time to contact your elected representatives to ask that they broadly prioritize grace over greed. May 2, 2023 “The Bible is consistent in its witness that
The Board of Directors of the General Board of Church and Society met in Montgomery, Alabama, March 22-24, 2023. April 25, 2023 Last month, the Board of Directors of GBCS gathered in Montgomery Alabama for their first in-person meeting since 2019. Board president, Bishop Sally
Saturday, April 22, 2023 is Earth Day. Where did Earth Day Come from and what can we do to make a difference for our planet? April 20, 2023 In spring 1970, Senator Gaylord Nelson from Wisconsin created Earth Day as a way to push the
SNAP is a part of the Farm Bill, which is a package of legislation that covers how agriculture is regulated in the United States April 19, 2023 As United Methodists, we are called to care for the most vulnerable in our society. Causes of hunger
2023 Spring Newsletter from the UMC Global AIDS Committee Bishop Julius TrimbleApril 17, 2023 A Word from Bishop Julius C. Trimble, Chair of the UMC Global AIDS Committee: Easter reminds us that hope is alive. The resurrection proves that nothing – no thing – is
Now you can order updated materials from Church and Society’s website for events, rallies, trainings, Bible studies and meetings. April 10, 2023 The online store is open to place orders and receive GBCS materials shipped directly to you within seven – ten days. To reduce
The Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. was accused of harming the struggle for civil rights and stepping out of line when taking a stance against excessive military spending. However, Dr. King realized the connection between the struggle for civil and human rights, government spending
The official day set to celebrate Native American Ministries Sunday 2023 is April 23, 2023. All are encouraged to celebrate this Sunday on any Sunday throughout the year. What is Native American Ministries Sunday? Native American Ministries Sunday serves to remind United Methodists of the gifts
