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Is The Body Poisoned?
Yesterday, as we do every Wednesday, residents of the Methodist Building gathered to worship in the Simpson Chapel. Having celebrated communion, we had remaining consecrated elements with which we could extend Christ’s table. Across the street, the Supreme Court was hearing arguments on DOMA, the Defense of Marriage... read more »
Church says no I do’s until all can marry
Vows no weddings until UMC lifts ban on same-sex unions
18-member leadership council asks its pastors to refrain from signing marriage licenses until the North Carolina recognizes same-gender marriage. read more »
Reconciling Ministries names new executive director
Former United Methodist clergyperson
Matt Berryman follows 9-year tenure of Troy Plummer, 4-month transition period with Randall Miller. read more »
Sex and the Church Series
A series of articles that address critical aspects of human sexuality. Provides theological, educational, scientific and sociological sustenance along with specific questions for dialogue and discernment. Related Articles Series to address sexuality, theology 3 voices... read more »
Sex and the Church
A series of articles that address critical aspects of human sexuality.
Week(s) in Review Jan. 28 - Feb. 8
As Jim Winkler mentioned in his column last week, it's been a very significant two weeks for several justice issues. The Boy Scouts of America said Feb. 6 that it needed more time for a "deliberate review" of its policy banning gay Scouts and leaders. (UMNS file photo by Mike... read more »
Bishop endorses marriage fairness
Illinois legislature to consider ‘Religious Freedom & Marriage Fairness Act’
Acknowledges that United Methodist clergy can’t perform same-sex marriages and as bishop she can’t give permission to do so. read more »
Save lives in Uganda
Anti-homosexuality bill called ‘world’s most harsh’
Sign petitions to Uganda president, Parliament speaker urging discussion, not oppression through 'comprehensively homophobic law.' read more »
Reconciling Ministries hires interim head
Miller to serve part-time during search for Executive Director
Search team hopes to begin interviews during first week of February, announce new executive director by March 1. Application deadline Jan. 11. read more »
Social Principles Bulletin Inserts
The General Board of Church & Society (GBCS) has developed bulletin inserts featuring individual United Methodist Social Principles. The resource, designed to be included in church worship bulletins, can be downloaded for free from the agency’s website. The bulletin inserts are in two colors that will reproduce excellently... read more »