The Church Supporting Workers' Rights
From the beginning, the Methodist movement has focused particular attention on the concerns of workers. Justice, dignity and equality for workers are an integral part of The United Methodist Church’s social teachings and heritage. Ahead of Labor Day in the U.S., Ask The UMC explores the church’s stance on workers’ rights. Read the story at https://www.umc.org/en/content/ask-the-umc-does-the-united-methodist-church-support-worker-rights.
Bishops Plan for Election of New Colleagues
The United Methodist Council of Bishops concluded its meeting preparing to welcome new episcopal leaders early next year. The new bishops will be coming aboard as the denomination deals with the fallout of the COVID-19 pandemic and undergoes a fracturing unseen in any current United Methodist’s lifetime.