Dismantling Racism – Join the Town Hall Discussion July 1

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July 1 Town Hall: A dialogue about history   Join with United Methodists from across the connection at noon CDT July 1 for a Town Hall event to explore the history of the United States and The United Methodist Church, racial (in)justice and where God is calling us to go next. The Town Hall is the next step in a denomination-wide initiative announced June 19 titled “Dismantling Racism: Pressing on to Freedom.” If you missed the announcement from United Methodist bishops or the June 24 service of lament, check out umc.org/endracism, where you can still watch them, as well as tune in on July 1.   Read more

Advertisement   Books about racism for children   Adults aren’t the only ones who can educate themselves about racism. Introducing kids to books on the topic can help a younger generation be part of the solution to dismantling racism.   Read  »

Where was John Wesley born?   Yesterday, June 28, was John Wesley’s birthday. While you may have known the date, do you know where the birth of the father of Methodism took place? Ask The UMC answers the question.   Read  »

From lemons to lemonade: Coping with coronavirus cancellations   As plans and events, including weddings and graduations, cancel because of COVID-19, United Methodist experts offer coping tips for when life gives you lemons.   Read