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Book Talk: Rooted in Faith and Justice

Book Talk: Rooted in Faith and Justice Christian Calls to Conscience & Cries for Peace in Palestine Join the Task Force Promoting Justice in the Middle East for a Zoom… Continue Reading Book Talk: Rooted in Faith and Justice

Webinars prepare churches for election season

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Two upcoming webinars invite UMs into election-season advocacy: the NCJ Advocacy Network’s Sept. 9 kickoff call and a Sept. 19 conversation with Bishop David Bard on how churches can faithfully… Continue Reading Webinars prepare churches for election season

Hearts ablaze for justice

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Eleven United Methodists embarked on a Civil Rights Pilgrimage across Michigan, learning the histories of marginalized communities and uncovering stories of resilience along the way.

‘Help us feed our neighbors’

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Nearly 300 United Methodists and friends journeyed to Lansing for Advocacy Day to urge continued state funding for food security programs.

Tell your story at Advocacy Day

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Eaton Rapids: First UMC has become a trusted partner in feeding those facing food insecurity in their community. They aren’t the only ones. United Methodist churches across Michigan have similar… Continue Reading Tell your story at Advocacy Day

The power of storytelling

United Methodists speaking with a state representative

On March 18 at Advocacy Day, United Methodists have a chance to help reframe the narrative around food insecurity by advocating for their neighbors, who are worthy of investment.

Immigration justice event planned for D.C.

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On February 25, join ecumenical and interfaith leaders and communities in Washington, D.C., for a public witness grounded in worship, moral courage, and solidarity with our neighbors.

Lunch & Learn Webinar: Advocacy Day 2026

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Are you curious about this year’s Advocacy Day and the topic of food insecurity in Michigan? Join us for this 30-minute webinar. You will learn more about the impact of… Continue Reading Lunch & Learn Webinar: Advocacy Day 2026

Does evil have a name?

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In this op-ed, Rev. Jerry DeVine grapples with the spiral of injustice and human destructiveness in our country today and provides some theological reflections on the role of holy resistance.

Advocacy Day to address food insecurity

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Registration is now open for Advocacy Day on March 18. Get a preview of this year’s focus and hear a testimony about how this annual event has shaped one person’s… Continue Reading Advocacy Day to address food insecurity