UMCOR changes hearts and transforms lives

PART F–UMCOR: Jack Amick, Michigan pastor and head of UMCOR’s work in Global Migration, emphasizes the transformative power that changes hearts and minds through personal connections. Continue Reading UMCOR changes hearts and transforms lives

UMCOR changes hearts and transforms lives

Jack Amick, Michigan pastor and head of UMCOR’s work in Global Migration, emphasizes the transformative power that changes hearts and minds through personal connections.

Keeping families together

Keeping families together is central for United Methodist mission with refugees and immigrants.

New Jersey welcomes Syrians

JEFF WOLFE Greater New Jersey Conference Morrow Memorial United Methodist Church in New Jersey did what it always does when deciding to help a family in need.

Love overcomes fear

KAY DeMOSS Senior Editor-Writer, Michigan Area GRAND RAPIDS, MI … On December 21st, during what is arguably the busiest week of the year, the faith community of this city set aside… Continue Reading Love overcomes fear

One human family

SUSAN HENRY-CROWE General Secretary, Bd of Church and Society When I accepted the position as General Secretary, it was to affirm the positive role that religion plays in peace-building by… Continue Reading One human family

Advent advocacy and action

REV. PAUL PEREZ DAC Director of Mission & Justice Engagement Over the weekend Bishop Deb appealed to United Methodists to welcome refugees into our churches and communities in Michigan.

Bishop Deb’s welcome to sojourners

Dear friends, My heart is breaking over the terrible and tragic attacks that have recently taken place around the world. My prayers are for all those whose lives are impacted… Continue Reading Bishop Deb’s welcome to sojourners

Loving the stranger

KAY DeMOSS News Editor, Michigan Area The presidential campaigns and the terrorist attacks in France, Iraq  and Lebanon have put refugees and immigration in the headlines.

Peace over terror

LINDA BLOOM United Methodist News Service United Methodists and other religious leaders are expressing shock over the Nov. 13 terrorist attacks in Paris and feelings of solidarity with the French… Continue Reading Peace over terror