Top PC(USA) News of the Week

Week of January 5 - 9

The Rev. Jihyun Oh speaks out concerning US military action taken against Venezuela Oh cites numerous General Assembly policies calling instead for nonmilitary and collaborative international approaches

Two pastors will stand for election as Co-Moderators during the 227th General Assembly The Rev. Dr. Kristopher D. Schondelmeyer and the Rev. Marta Pumroy-Cordero were endorsed by their presbyteries in their call to stand

Young adults gather at Montreat to explore ‘Strains of Joy’ in faith and community Conference president challenges college students to be honest with themselves as they navigate identity and belonging

Walking together into what comes next The Unification Commission has been hearing from mid council leaders

Urging Congress to prevent unauthorized war You can support the War Powers Resolution

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RNS Morning Report - In Minneapolis, George Floyd-era faith networks reignite after Renee Good's killing by ICE

Top Stories In Minneapolis, George Floyd-era faith networks reignite after Renee Good’s killing by ICE MINNEAPOLIS (RNS) — The faith-based networks, which developed organizing infrastructure and relationships during the Floyd era, are joined by newcomers as resistance efforts have intensified since Good’s shooting. ‘She could have been any of us’: Faith leaders mourn Renee Good in Minneapolis MINNEAPOLIS (RNS) — 'It's all just too much, but my faith requires me to show up,' said the Rev. Dana Neuhauser. Outside White House, faith leaders mourn Renee Good, call for accountability (RNS) — 'A system that relies on fear, force and death to manage human beings is not broken at the edges. It is broken and rotten at the core,' the Rev. Abhi Janamanchi said. 'Stop excusing violence. Start protecting life. Abolish ICE.' New Communion rules spark debate over bishop’s authority in Charlotte Catholic diocese (RNS) — A letter has exposed divisions over liturgical authority, leadership style and worship practices. Opinion After Renee Good, are you really going to keep pretending Trump and Vance are pro-life? (RNS) — The deeds of the Trump administration have stood in sharp contrast to the reassuring words they have offered to religious believers. Neighborliness is a lived theology in Minnesota (RNS) — The simple concept of caring for those in your proximity holds religious resonance. ICYMI Pope Leo announces second consistory, promising yearly gatherings of cardinals VATICAN CITY (RNS) — Pope Leo XIV announced plans for a second consistory in June, and pledged to hold such meetings annually — a move widely seen as signaling a more collegial and consultative style of leadership at the Vatican. Warnock, declaring ‘spiritual crisis,’ urges public, private sectors to help meet needs WASHINGTON (RNS) — ‘Those of us who are people of faith need to lead the way in helping the nation to understand that meeting people’s physical needs is a spiritual project,’ he said. Support Our Work As a nonprofit newsroom that covers all faiths, RNS sits uniquely at the intersection of freedom of the press and freedom of religion. News tips or feedback? Email comments@religionnews.com. Like the Morning Report? Share it with a friend. Forwarded this newsletter? Subscribe here. We rely on reader donations to power our reporting. Donate here. Or send a check to: Religion News Foundation PO Box 1808 Columbia, MO 65205

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United Methodist Now - Let’s love boldly this year – here’s how

We live out our faith by loving boldly Set a goal for spiritual growth Consider how you can enrich your discipleship journey, lean into creativity and be more present with those around you this year. LET’S GROW Embody Christ’s teachings What we do with what we know is where faith comes alive. By loving and serving our neighbors, we bring Christ’s teachings to life in a world that desperately needs them. DO GOOD Advertisements: Advocate for justice In this video series, we learn from United Methodists who walked with Martin Luther King Jr. and shared his dream, such as the Rev. James Lawson and Dororthy Height. WATCH How we are loving, serving and leading: See how much you know about baptism This short quiz will test your knowledge about baptism in The UMC, and perhaps teach you something new. TAKE THE QUIZ Combat the winter blues Explore these practical tips for finding hope during dark, cold days. Remember: Seasons change and spring is coming! FIND JOY Take part in the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity (Jan. 18-25) Christians everywhere are invited to remember one another in prayer and strengthen the bonds of love and mutual mission we share in Jesus Christ.  PRAY TOGETHER