Tag: Racial Justice
Gems of Black history in a lily-white world
Faith Timmons recalls a transformative experience visiting a church parsonage in Connecticut, once a stop on the Underground Railroad, that left a lasting impact on her life.
Apply now for civil rights pilgrimage
November 1 is the deadline to apply to join the Michigan Conference’s Civil Rights Pilgrimage in spring 2026. Fill out the interest form to learn more and receive the application… Continue Reading Apply now for civil rights pilgrimage
We must teach the next generation
Jeanette Harris declares Juneteenth’s historical significance and how we must use it to educate and reflect on the continuing fight for justice and equality.
Listen to the voice of Henry Bibb
A Black Methodist voice from the past has much to teach us about how to be a messenger of both judgment and grace to a church moving toward racial justice.
All UMs called to celebrate Juneteenth
Monday, June 19, is Juneteenth, which celebrates the end of slavery in the United States. Find ways to honor this day in your congregation as we live out the challenge… Continue Reading All UMs called to celebrate Juneteenth
Churches urge action on shootings
According to the Gun Violence Archive, the U.S. has seen 202 mass shootings this year so far. United Methodists are responding to killing in New York and California.
The ‘beloved community’
A young adult missionary serving in Detroit reflects on the Civil Rights Movement … past and present.
Race, Justice and the Church
This episode of Ministry Matters Radio explores where the church must stand within our fractured society.