Immigration ministry undaunted by political climate
Co-executive directors of Immigration Law & Justice Network, a United Methodist ministry, discuss how their work has changed and the challenges they face as immigration becomes more politicized.
Global Cleveland Welcoming Week podcast features UCC’s Andrew Long-Higgins
Global Cleveland Welcoming Week is underway and hosting a series of free events to celebrate from now through Sept. 20. This annual, nationally celebrated event series highlights Northeast Ohio’s commitment to inclusivity, diversity, cultural exchange and global citizenship. The United…
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People’s Summit workshop trumpets the power of unity
September 17, 2024
One of six workshops offered during Friday’s People’s Summit on Food Systems and Urban Agriculture carried a title reflecting what many agricultural producers have wrestled with: “We Need Land, Money and Control.”
Climate Hope Action Assembly meets to update status of most recent campaign
The United Church of Christ Council for Climate Justice hosts Climate Action Assemblies every two months to focus on efforts related to the implementation of past General Synod resolutions. In the most recent Climate Action Assembly, held on Sept. 4,…
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CWS Decries False Reports Concerning our Haitian Neighbors, Repudiates Dehumanizing Tropes
Washington, D.C.—In response to the vilification of Haitian newcomers over false reports of abuse of animals, Church World Service today called for a halt of demonization of new members of our community, and a repudiation of racist tropes that undermine not only those fleeing danger, but of our communities overall. “Haitian-Americans and newcomers should not be dehumanized nor ostracized. Our ... Read More
Ministering to migrants on the brink of despair
September 17, 2024
The plight of the thousands of migrants in her native El Salvador keeps Carmen Elena Díaz awake at night. “Knowing their experiences, their stories, and in ministering to the migrant people, my life has been transformed,” said Díaz. “Their stories mark you, transform you, sensitize you. They make you realize what a hard and difficult subject this is.”
The ordination of one who was once ‘crushed, traumatized, and very, very alone’
September 17, 2024
Near the end of her joyous and Spirit-filled ordination service on Saturday, the now-Rev. Jerusha Van Camp stood in front of the many friends and family gathered at First Presbyterian Church in Evansville, Indiana, and told them, “Your presence surrounds me with love.”
Walt Wiltschek resigns from part-time work for Brethren Volunteer Service
Walt Wiltschek has resigned his part-time position as office assistant for Brethren Volunteer Service (BVS) at the Church of the Brethren General Offices in Elgin, Ill., as of Oct. 3.
Environmental justice workshop offers advice for activists
September 16, 2024
A workshop with a focus on environmental justice offered strategies for people who are interested in doing the work of organizing and movement building.
After Trump, Vance ‘create stories’ demonizing migrants, Ohio city feels brunt of bigotry, threats of violence
[Episcopal News Service] The Rev. Michelle Boomgaard can speak three languages. One of them is French. On Sept. 15, after a difficult week for the city of Springfield, Ohio, Boomgaard […]