Tag: General Board of Church and Society
Help children leave detention now
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The U.S. government is holding over 2,000 children in Homestead, FL. The Board of Church and Society suggests these steps.
Face to face at the border wall
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More than 300 faith leaders — including United Methodists from Michigan — walked to the border wall in San Diego on December 10th to bring blessing to people in Tijuana.
Join week of action for migrants
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A national week of action, “Love Knows No Borders,” is scheduled December 10-18. Here’s how you can learn, give and act in solidarity with those seeking refuge in the U.S.
Board calls for compassion at border
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The board of directors of the General Board of Church and Society adopted the following statement at its meeting Oct. 24-26, 2018, in San Antonio, Texas.
Perez leads delegation at the border
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Rev. Paul Perez is at the U.S.-Mexico border with a delegation from the General Board of Church and Society. They ask for prayers and support for justice …
Michigan unites for migrant families
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The Michigan Conference Board of Justice calls for action on separation of migrant families.
Saving mothers’ lives
This physician has cared for women for 35 years. She calls others to care as well about maternal mortality.
Social Principles revision continues
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A draft released April 12 is about half complete and writers are asking for comments from all United Methodists.
Lent … a time for turning
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The spiritual disciplines practiced during Lent help turn our focus from ourselves toward others.
Jerusalem should be open to all
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Two United Methodist leaders respond to the announcement to recognize Jerusalem as Israel’s capital.