United Methodists win big in midterms
The Rev. Adam Hamilton and Keisha Lance Bottoms notched historic victories in the Kansas Senate and Georgia governor races, respectively. Both plan to rely on their Christian faith in their new roles.
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Around 5 p.m. on October 29, 2025, Simon Patilo heard gunshots break out across his street in Dodoma, the capital of Tanzania. Earlier in the day, protesters descended on the streets of Dar es Salaam, about 280 miles east of Dodoma, demanding electoral reforms in the largest prot
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After the Midterms
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Friends and colleagues remember the former leader of the United Methodist Commission on Archives and History as a “spiritual guidepost” and powerful preacher who helped history and faith come alive for new generations.
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Learning about a Christian theological anthropology is no mere academic exercise. It gets to the heart of who we are, explains our daily experience, and pushes us toward the love of neighbor and the common good.
Christian Pilot Who Prayed Lord’s Prayer Before Fatal Florida Plane Crash Remembered for Powerful Faith
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Tanzania Pressures Churches to Promote Tax Policies
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From GLP-1s to political reposts to mindfulness streaks, we’re all keeping score. Jesus says you can’t know who you are until you look at your heart.
Bishops Urge IRS to Add Religious Liberty Protections
The U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) has urged the Internal Revenue Service to add religious liberty language to a proposed anti-discrimination regulation affecting private schools. The IRS recently closed the public comment period on a proposed antidiscrimination regu
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The election is over, and the results are clear. Exactly two years ago, a certain wave crashed, and the future seemed inevitable. This morning, the tide turned, and our political life once again feels unstable, dramatic, dynamic, contentious. Jesus regularly stepped into the poli
Group pushes Leadership Gathering ideas forward
The Connectional Table, which coordinates The United Methodist Church’s ministry and resources, affirmed the work of the Leadership Gathering. That’s significant because the Connectional Table can help give life to the gathering’s guidance.
Pray: Pastor Mike Stone Announces Death of Teen Daughter
Pastor Mike Stone shared the grievous announcement on social media that his daughter, Sarah, has passed away. On Nov. 3, Stone shared the post that included Sarah’s photo and the announcement. “With heavy hearts upheld by our Christian faith, we want to share that our precious Sa
