Tag: Voting
Tips for preparing for AC
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Laura Witkowski gives honest advice to lay members attending the 2023 Michigan Annual Conference.
Why I’m voting yes on Proposal 3
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In this op-ed, Rev. Alice Fleming Townley addresses why she will be voting yes on Proposal 3, which restores rights lost when Roe v. Wade was overturned by the U.S.… Continue Reading Why I’m voting yes on Proposal 3
United Methodists head to the polls
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United Methodists should review what General Conference has said in the Book of Resolutions as they reflect on the issues facing our state and nation and the candidates who run… Continue Reading United Methodists head to the polls
State requests election help from churches
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Michigan United Methodists are urged to consider signing up to become election workers to fill the critical need in our state, as just one of several ways to live out… Continue Reading State requests election help from churches
Bishops call for equal voting rights
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Citing the two viruses of COVID and Racism, the United Methodist Council of Bishops calls the church “to pledge ourselves to the fullest expansion of voting rights.”
Thoughts on America this 4th of July
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In this month’s Joyful Journey, Bishop David Bard talks about being a citizen of America. He says, “Even as we celebrate the United States … We need to see where… Continue Reading Thoughts on America this 4th of July
Summary of actions on resolutions
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Saturday, June 5, was a business day for the 2021 Virtual Michigan Annual Conference. Bishop David Bard and Secretary Joy Barrett helped members get their legislative work done.
Top court to consider Protocol
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The Judicial Council has not met since the coronavirus pandemic began. They now plan to use video conferencing to address issues, including the constitutionality of Protocol legislation.
Patience key in election bishop says
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“I encourage patience with our election process,” says Bishop David Bard. He also offers a prayer as the nation heads toward the general election on November 3, 2020.
Bishops call for voter participation
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United Methodist bishops based in the United States support full participation in the coming election in the face of the two viruses, COVID-19 and racism.