News from the United Methodist Church

Hispanic caucus focuses on youth, outreach

Thu, 09/02/2010 - 3:00am
Hispanic/Latino youth brought energy and challenge to the MARCHA meeting in Puerto Rico.

Floods threaten ‘core of Pakistan’

Thu, 09/02/2010 - 3:00am
United Methodist worker says the crisis extends beyond homes and crops to schools and heath care centers.

New York bishop supports Islamic center

Thu, 09/02/2010 - 3:00am
Jeremiah Park says denying religious freedom “makes us less as Americans.”

Diverse church lifts up New Orleans

Wed, 09/01/2010 - 3:00am
Joyful worship and lots of new faces follow merger of historically black and white congregations.

Letter alleges racism in Obama attacks

Tue, 08/31/2010 - 3:00am
More than 90 Christian leaders ask United Methodists to speak out against racially motivated “assaults.”

Mississippi churches thank Katrina workers

Tue, 08/31/2010 - 3:00am
Church member testifies those who responded "were the rod and staff of God."

Baptismal waters bless post-Katrina church

Tue, 08/31/2010 - 3:00am
Worshippers give thanks to God and the United Methodist connection on fifth anniversary of flooding.

Test Post (ignore)

Mon, 08/30/2010 - 3:00am
Amazing stories of faith keep hope alive in UMNS writer’s birthplace.

The road back from Hurricane Katrina

Mon, 08/30/2010 - 3:00am
Amazing stories of faith keep hope alive in UMNS writer’s birthplace.

‘Angels’ mending lives on Gulf Coast

Fri, 08/27/2010 - 3:00am
Hundreds of thousands of United Methodist volunteers have helped rebuild homes and lives after Hurricane Katrina.

African churches desire equal voice

Fri, 08/27/2010 - 3:00am
Study committee will explore ways to promote the faith in different cultures.

Keys to building vital congregations

Thu, 08/26/2010 - 3:00am
Topical preaching, varied worship styles, effective lay leadership are characteristics of growing churches.

Louisiana churches hail Katrina response

Thu, 08/26/2010 - 3:00am
Five years after the hurricane, Bishop Hutchinson reflects, “We lost church buildings and congregations, but we gained the church.”

Luke’s House offers healing and prayers

Wed, 08/25/2010 - 3:00am
Katrina-inspired ministry is “a blessing to the whole community.”

Opening doors to people with disabilities

Tue, 08/24/2010 - 3:00am
Study concludes church needs to be more welcoming, recognizing gifts of all members.

Giving thanks in Katrina’s wake

Tue, 08/24/2010 - 3:00am
Five years after the hurricane's devastation, Bishop Ward says prayers, presence and partnership are critical to recovery.

Donors respond slowly to Pakistan floods

Mon, 08/23/2010 - 3:00am
Relief officials say the need in Pakistan is great, but donations are not keeping pace.

Church schools among ‘best colleges’

Fri, 08/20/2010 - 3:00am
Several United Methodist-related schools earned top grades in annual rankings.

Border school strengthens spirits

Fri, 08/20/2010 - 3:00am
United Methodist school in Texas gives Mexican students an opportunity to learn and to grow in faith.

United Methodists address mosque conflicts

Thu, 08/19/2010 - 3:00am
Plan to build Islamic center near ground zero presents complex ethical debate.