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UMC seeks a way Forward
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In less than a year, The United Methodist Church will reach a crucial crossroads in its history. A special General Conference is scheduled for Feb. 23 to 26, 2019, in St. Louis, Mo., to address one topic: how shall the church respond to questions related to inclusion of LGBTQ people?

Youth combat gun violence
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Hundreds of thousands of people around the world marched in solidarity with a group of high school students who are saying “enough is enough” when it comes to gun violence, especially in schools.

Peace with Justice grant applications due April 30
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By Erik Alsgaard Free money! Yes, absolutely free money! We’re giving it away because that’s how we roll in the Baltimore-Washington Conference! Now that we have your attention, a brief explanation. Every year in The United Methodist Church, Peace with Justice Sunday is observed. One...