Bishops zero in on challenges ahead
As The United Methodist Church starts a new season, bishops discussed financial concerns and ministry needs ahead — including faith formation and care for immigrants.
Regional Council Raises Voices in Song to Make Bold Statement of Inclusion
The East Central Ontario Regional Council of The United Church of Canada put its words into action by extending an invitation to the Brighton community to join them in singing songs of inclusion on… continue reading
TAKE ACTION NOW: Urge the North Carolina Legislature to VOTE NO on the Veto Override of HB 10 – Require ICE Cooperation & Budget Adjustments
A bill that would place undocumented North Carolinians at greater risk of surveillance, detention, and deportation will come to a vote before the North Carolina General Assembly on Tuesday, November 19th. The legislature’s effort to enact the bill comes as President-elect Donald Trump is preparing his administration to “carry out the largest deportation operation in history.” HB 10 – Require ... Read More
Filipino United Methodists help fishing communities
After a typhoon and oil spill, church leaders joined with UMCOR and the local disaster response office to distribute rice and help combat climate change in coastal areas.
WCC executive committee to convene in Cyprus with focus on peace-building
The World Council of Churches (WCC) executive committee will convene in Paralimni, Cyprus, from 21-26 November to focus on planning for 2025, including the budget and implementation of WCC strategies.
Teacher’s legacy creates church, school partnership
United Methodists help Zimbabwe school revive awards ceremony with gifts donated in memory of former teacher and church member.
Hospital provides beacon of hope in Eastern Congo
Thanks to new buildings and equipment, Tunda General Hospital attracts patients from far and wide, bringing care to a remote region.
Becoming a Trailblazer
Life hasn’t always been easy for 16-year-old Levitchi Cornel, who grew up in a single-parent household with his mom and older brother in Ukraine. Since he was seven years old, however, Levitchi has found a safe space at the Diamant Day Center for Children in Telenești. Through his involvement at the Center, which is supported by Church World Service, Levitchi ... Read More
Non-economic climate losses spotlighted by WCC at COP29
The World Council of Churches (WCC) co-hosted two side events addressing the non-economic impacts of climate change. These discussions focused on how climate change affects vulnerable communities worldwide, particularly Indigenous peoples, by disrupting cultural heritage, spiritual practices, and community resilience.