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Casting a future vision
Addictions prevention advocacy training gathers attendees from across the U.S.
Training spurred by need to equip pastors and congregations to help those bound by chains of addiction. read more »
Faith and Facts Cards
Two-sided study card with Biblical references, United Methodist Social Principles and resolutions, facts regarding the issue, and steps you and your church can take to make a difference. Vist our store to order cards.
Gambling
The Church's role in countering the expansion of gambling has been likened to David fighting Goliath. The overwhelming influence of gambling monies allows this industry access to all levels of government and extends even to elected public officials who benefit from contributions to their campaigns. For the love of... Read More
Addictions-prevention consultant sought
Will serve as field organizer/educator for General Board of Church & Society
12-month position to build support for public policies addressing addiction issues, including confronting alcohol, tobacco and gambling industry efforts to loosen regulation and market to young people. read more »
A visit to the casino
United Methodist stance on gambling, not always so clear-cut
Gun Lake Casino is owned and operated by Native Americans, many of whom are members of the Bradley and Salem United Methodist Indian Missions in Michigan. read more »
Don’t Gamble with Chicago
Grassroots effort targets attempt to overturn video-gambling ban
Illinois’ reliance on video-gambling funding called ‘toxic’ for Chicago communities. read more »
Addiction: How will the church respond?
June 27-29, Fayetteville, Ark.
Mount Sequoyah Conference & Retreat Center will host South Central Jurisdiction conference for healing families with individual facing addiction. read more »
Word from Winkler — Expendable people
National debate needed as to who Americans are as a people because government shouldn’t be pushing debt and addiction. read more »
Casino protesters acquitted
Decision called victory for Philadelphia
Defendants charged with criminal conspiracy, disorderly conduct, failure to disperse during peaceful demonstration at casino site. read more »
National gambling prevention conference
‘The American Resilience,’ Nov 9-10, San Antonio
Stop Predatory Gambling Now's annual event will sharpen advocacy skills, provide networking opportunities. read more »