Tag: Human rights
Resources for a time of lament
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“A passionate expression of grief or sorrow.“ Christian tradition gives us the practice of lament. Here are resources to use in corporate worship, small groups, or individual prayer time.
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.
Creating a cleaner world
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April 22, 2018 marks the 48th celebration of Earth Day. United Methodists are earth keepers.
Advocating for Michigan water rights
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Water has been a big part of Kayla Flannery’s two years in Michigan. She reports on World Water Day in Lansing.
Freedom grounded in love
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The General Board of Global Ministries bases guidelines about freedom of religion in the New Testament.
Reflections on religious freedom
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The UMC’s mission leader talks about three barriers to religious freedom around the world today.