How Would John Wesley Vote?
With the Nov. 5 Election Day approaching in the U.S., the United Methodist Board of Church and Society’s voter toolkit guides members of the denomination on the values they should keep in mind as they decide who gets their vote. Voter suppression is a danger with this election, Church and Society leaders say, and United Methodists should serve as poll workers if they can, to help prevent it. Read the Unite Methodist News Service story at https://www.umnews.org/en/news/how-would-john-wesley-vote.
'The Recap' Focuses on Ministries of Support
The latest episode of “The Recap” highlights ministries that aid communities facing drought in Zimbabwe, recovering from floods in Tanzania and supporting the unhoused in Oklahoma City. Produced by United Methodist Communications, the video series helps congregations gain a better understanding of what is going on in The United Methodist Church, find inspiration in stories of ministry and learn how the denomination is transforming the world. Watch video.
Annual Report Highlights Love and Service
The year 2023 was a time of “deep listening” to discern the needs, joys and concerns of the many partners of the United Methodist Board of Global Ministries and United Methodist Committee on Relief, according to the annual report released on Sept. 23. The report includes an opening letter from leadership, impact stories, quotes from beneficiaries and statistics on the projects, places and people served last year.