Category: Missions
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UMCOR LAUNCHES COVID-19 RESPONSE FUND
For immediate release April 21, 2020 | ATLANTA (GBGM) The United Methodist Committee on Relief (UMCOR) is expanding its efforts in the fight against the novel coronavirus and the disease it causes, COVID-19. UMCOR has launched a giving campaign, “Sheltering in Love,” to assist vulnerable communities in the United States and around the world. Since…
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The UMW Calls for Paid Time Provisions for COVID-19 Relief and Beyond
A Message from Carol Barton, Executive for Community Action The National Office of The United Methodist Women Dear Friends, The COVID-19 pandemic has made it clear that we are all better off when every one of us is able to stay healthy. United Methodist Women joins Family Values@Work and the Paid Leave for All campaign in…
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United Methodist Bishops condemn President Trump’s “offensive” remarks against immigrants
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 12, 2018 WASHINGTON, D.C. – Bishop Bruce R. Ough, president of the United Methodist Council of Bishops, issued a statement today on behalf of the Council concerning remarks reported to have been made by President Donald Trump regarding immigrants. The statement follows: We are appalled by the offensive, disgusting words attributed to President…