Fighting for Family: How One Attorney in Colorado is Reuniting Afghan Allies with Their Loved Ones
After fleeing Afghanistan, Afghan allies Abed and Hafez found hope with the support of CWS Fort Collins and Immigration Staff Attorney Rona Schank, whose own immigrant journey fuels her fight for justice and welcome. Their stories highlight the power of persistence, community and the transformative impact of compassionate legal advocacy. In the wake of Kabul’s fall, Colorado became a new ... Read More
Bishops unveil vision for United Methodist Church
United Methodist bishops — in collaboration with the Connectional Table — have adopted a vision that says United Methodists “love boldly, serve joyfully, and lead courageously.”
Faith-based organizations challenge "Wall Street climate consensus" at UN forum
The World Council of Churches (WCC) and partner faith-based organizations convened on 29 April for a the side event entitled “A holistic, transformative approach to climate finance: Connecting the dots between climate finance, debt and tax reform” during the United Nations Economic and Social Council Financing for Development Forum. The event highlighted the interconnections between climate action, debt relief, and tax justice as essential components of climate finance mobilization.
CWS to Close 11 Local Program Offices Serving Refugees and Immigrants
New York City– CWS today announced that the organization will be closing 11 program offices across the United States following sweeping actions taken by the Trump Administration terminating or suspending federally funded programs supporting refugees and immigrants. The office locations in the process of closing include: Georgetown, DE; Jacksonville, FL; Orlando, FL; Grand Rapids, MI; Kalamazoo, MI; Burlington, NC; Charlotte, ... Read More
Members of WCC youth commission work group reflect on common Easter
The Theology and Spiritual Life Working Group of the Young People in the Ecumenical Movement Commission shared their insights on the celebration of a common Easter.
They expressed that the idea of finding a common date for Easter is about giving visible expression to the unity in which they already believe – that the resurrection of Christ is for all, and that people, across traditions and continents, are part of one body.
Brethren bits
In this issue: Registration opens for National Older Adult Conference (NOAC) 2025, registration is extended for Young Adult Conference, job opening in Discipleship and Leadership Formation, lectionary texts posted by Brethren Press, 44th Annual Mid-Atlantic District Disaster Response Auction, Salem Church Historical Marker Dedication in Northern Plains District, Bridgewater College announces Commencement and Baccalaureate speakers, McPherson College announces Citation of Merit awardees
Navigating crisis with courage: adaptive change and ethical resolve
Participants of the annual meeting between the World Council of Churches (WCC) and church-related agencies working in humanitarian aid, development, and international advocacy spent time on 29 April reflecting that geopolitical priorities are shifting, with many governments divesting in development to invest in defense—or at least moving money from aid to military.
Training encourages churches in Chad and Philippines to hold climate emergency financiers accountable
A training programme to equip churches to address the impact of climate change and global warming on health took place in Chad and the Philippines, two of the most impacted countries in Africa and Asia, from 28-30 April.