Tag: Social Justice
UMs join a David and Goliath fight
Billion-dollar developers are targeting Michigan farmland and small townships for massive data centers. In this op-ed, a Northville: First UMC member explains why this is a justice issue for United… Continue Reading UMs join a David and Goliath fight
Patriotism = engagement
For David Ascher, patriotism is active engagement to make our country better for all, to promote the common good, to do justice, and to resist evil and oppression when we… Continue Reading Patriotism = engagement
Roles for Social Change
In a time of political and social upheaval, many are fighting fear, hopelessness, and despair. Claim your role in social change movements and find out how you can most effectively… Continue Reading Roles for Social Change
Learn how to find your voice
The upcoming Roles for Social Change workshop will empower you to claim your role in social change movements and discover how to effectively collaborate with others.
UMs spread their ‘healing wings’
Through courageous witness, 250 United Methodists and friends journeyed to the State Capitol to tell their stories and champion mental health care access for all Michiganders.
Mental health care is a justice matter
Deacon Michelle King shares her story of mental illness and why she commits to fighting for justice so that everyone gets the treatment they need — no matter what.
Register now for Advocacy Day 2024
Improving access to mental health care is the focus of this year’s Advocacy Day, which will occur on March 13 in Lansing at the State Capitol.
Advocacy alert issued for Drive SAFE bills
The Michigan Conference Committee on Hispanic/Latino Ministries urges United Methodists to contact their state legislators now to vote for bills supporting driver’s licenses for all.
Finding family in the heart of Dearborn
Dearborn First UMC has reinvigorated its commitment to refugees and asylum seekers by creating a new Response Team ministry, which recently sponsored a family from Jordan.
Get started in Conference advocacy
Resolutions for three social justice issues were adopted by The Michigan Conference at Annual Conference. Practical next steps for advocacy are outlined for addressing gun violence, cancellation of federal student… Continue Reading Get started in Conference advocacy