AU celebrates two decades of ministry
In February, students, faculty and staff launched a year-long celebration of Africa University’s 20th anniversary. The first in the series of special events linked to the anniversary, the African Clergywomen’s Consultation, took place from 1-4 February.
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General Conference 2012
Kim Simpson, a delegate to General Conference and GBHEM's recording secretary, said she believe the church needs to be in a prayerful attitude of discernment about where God is leading The United Methodist Church to change.
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MTSO and the Lake Institute share the best practices in church giving
Is “money” a four-letter word in your congregation? It doesn’t need to be. Methodist Theological School in Ohio and the Lake Institute on Faith & Giving are pleased to offer a unique opportunity for church leaders to learn and implement the best faith-based fundraising practices available today.
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Barna Group President Speaks About Church Exodus
Many young adults see churches as organizations that don’t answer complicated questions in a thoughtful way, the president of the Barna Group told 30 leaders of United Methodist-related schools, colleges, universities, and theological schools.
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Meharry tackles health care from all angles
Meharry Medical College is a 135-year-old institution focused on the future.
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Dental school cares for entire community
David Smith leaned over his dad and gently pulled his dentures out. He turned to his lab space, made a few intricate adjustments, then, just as tenderly, put the dentures back in his dad’s mouth.
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Doctor buys hospital to aid rural health
A doctor with a remarkable family tradition at Meharry Medical College in Nashville, Tenn., credits the United Methodist-related school with nurturing his dedication to improving health care in a poor Mississippi rural community.
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MTSO announces 2012 Mission and Evangelism Institute
Methodist Theological School in Ohio will host the Mission and Evangelism Institute March 19 and 20, with the theme “Missional Church in Many Contexts.” The institute will offer pathways toward becoming a missional congregation in rural, suburban and urban settings.
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Africa becomes theology professor’s passion
Glenna Jackson’s first trip to Africa was planned merely as a checkpoint on her traveling “to do” list.
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Africa's pioneering UMC clergywomen honored
More than 300 African clergywomen honored pioneering clergywomen and heard speakers who urged them to unite and lift each other up during the four-day African Clergywomen’s Consultation held at Africa University in Zimbabwe.
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Apply to Teach English Language in Vietnam in May and June 2012
College students can apply now to teach English to Vietnamese students at Wesley Theological School in Ho Chi Minh City. The Vietnamese students will also learn about and participate in collegiate ministry activities with the English-speaking students.
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Meharry attacks HIV/AIDS in lab, streets
Nkiruka Emeagwali is the right age, race and gender to be in the bull’s-eye for HIV/AIDS.
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Meharry looks to close health-care gap
What will it take to put an end to health-care disparities?
The answer might come from health-care professionals who are also scholars of political science and economics with a passion for clearing the way for all to have quality medical and dental care.
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At Meharry, M.D. means ‘Make a Difference’
From the cradle to the grave, if you are African-American or any other racial minority, you are less likely to live a long, healthy life.
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Black College Fund celebrates 40 years
Year after year, when students from the New York Annual (regional) Conference boarded buses to visit historically black colleges, they envisioned their future.
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Africa Theological Education Initiative Benefits Students
Funds from the $2 million Africa Theological Education Initiative are being used for scholarships, training programs, and development of training materials for pastors in the Central Conferences. About $1.1 million has been distributed to date.
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Will restructuring cut vital ministry?
Plans to restructure The United Methodist Church's 13 general agencies could imperil ministries that local congregations need and value, say agency executives.
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Preview to church restructuring debate
Months before the 2012 General Conference, delegates to The United Methodist Church’s top lawmaking body got a hint of the debate to come regarding restructuring the denomination.
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Briefing previews General Conference issues
Diverse issues presented at a recent three-day briefing signaled the workload ahead for the lawmaking body of The United Methodist Church, which meets this spring.
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Young adults lead social justice startups
The United Methodist Church is taking a page from the tech startup world, and the resulting initiative enables young adults to be leaders in ministry.
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