March is Women's History Month
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| Our History Is Our Strength |
The 2011 national theme, "Our History is Our Strength" examines women's shared hsitory which united families, communities and nations. Although women's history is intertwined with the histories shared with men, several factors - social, religious, economic and biological - have worked to create a unique sphere of women's history. Find resources to help you celebrate...
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What United Methodists have to say about Unions
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From its start with John Wesley, the Methodist movement has focused particular attention on the concerns of workers. Justice, dignity and equality for workers are an integral part of our social teachings and heritage. For 100 years, we have fought for a living wage in every industry and our Social Principles make clear that we believe people - not profits - should be at the heart of our economic system. Read more...
The Wisconsin Annual Conference has posted a number of statements on their web site about the Budget Crisis in Wisconsin.
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Events of Interest |
March 22: There will be a gathering for retired clergy at North Central College in Naperville, IL. More information...
March 25-28: Ecumenical Advocacy Days 2011 will be held in Washington DC. Partial scholarship assistance for registration costs is available. Read more...
Fridays and Saturdays March 25 - April 3: Euclid Ave. UMC will present Passion Theater's "Darkest Before the Dawn," A night of affirming Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, and Transgendered Persons through monologues and songs. Featuring a talented group of Chicago area actors and singers. More...
UPDATE: April 16: Bishop's Interfaith Bus Tour for Youth: The first 50 seats were filled in 3 days. A second bus will allow for 50 more. Registration Deadline: Wednesday, March 9 Confirmation and High School youth are invited to visit a Synagogue, a Mosque, and a Temple to learn about prayer, and participate in discussion with faith leaders at each location. Read more...
April 29-May 1: RxConnexion, an annual consultation for health volunteers and will be held at First UMC of Glen Ellyn. The week-end will showcase local, national and international volunteerism and provide related sharing and education. Read more...
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In the News with UM News Service |
Mission Never Stops - 10-Fold Continues: On the 10th of each month our General Board of Global Ministries (GBGM) offers a learning opportunity about missions. Read more...
Step Out! Become a Global Justice Volunteer or Summer Intern: Young people are needed to live out their faith through social justice by interning and volunteering around the world and in the United States this summer. Deadline to apply is March 31, 2011. Read more...
The United Methodist Church is set to debut an online Bible study beginning March 14. Participants will have an opportunity to explore and discuss contemporary topics and how they relate to the Christian faith in response to the call to Rethink Church. Participants who sign on for the Encounter Faith Bible study, available for free at RethinkChurch.org/encounterfaith, will look at timely issues, such as the demonstrations in North Africa and the Middle East, through the lens of faith. To learn more...
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Districts offer Lay Academies
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Local Church Events
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News about local church events has been posted on the web. Read all about it.
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