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NOTE TO READERS: UM Board member, Rev. Dr. Rosetta Ross has shared information about an October women's religious leadership conference sponsored by The Garden Initiative for Black Women's Religious Activism. The Garden Initiative is an online digital repository project developed by Rosetta and her colleague Monique Moultrie to chronicle black women's contributions to society through religious inspirations. Information about the meeting is available by scanning the QR code. Would you share this announcement with members of your community and among your other contacts?

15 hours ago3 min read

Urban Missiology Joins Lilly Foundation's Preaching for Change Initiative

Urban Missiology partners with NEXT Church's Preaching for Change, advancing social transformation and empowerment globally.

3 days ago6 min read

Unity and Mission: American Society of Missiology’s 2025 Annual Meeting

ASM 2025 Annual Meeting invites global leaders to discuss mission, unity, and diversity in Christianity. June 20-22, Notre Dame, Indiana.

Nov 114 min read

Creating Safe Educational Spaces for Black Children: Insights from The 74’s Q&A

Brian Rashad Fuller discusses what’s needed to make schools a safer and more supportive space for Black children, focusing on fostering self

Nov 12 min read

WCC Introduces Anti-Racist and Anti-Bias Resources for Churches and Communities

The WCC provides anti-racist and anti-bias resources for churches to promote inclusion, empathy, and social justice in faith communities.

Sep 197 min read

A History of United States Policy Towards Haiti

U.S. involvement in Haiti spans over two centuries, from refusing recognition after independence to military occupations and political inter

Sep 193 min read

Reflections on the Annunciation: Courage and Faith in Answering God's Call

Insights on the Annunciation from feminist theologians and poets, reflecting on the courage and faith needed to answer God's call.

Sep 194 min read

What About Principalities and Powers?

A reflection on Ephesians 6:10 and the theological implications of "principalities and powers,"...

Sep 193 min read

Georgia Historical Society Dedicates Civil Rights Marker Honoring Ibo Landing

The Georgia Historical Society has erected a marker recognizing the legacy of Ibo Landing and the Igbo resistance to slavery on St. Simons

Sep 193 min read

Ethnic Cleansing in Darfur: Gruesome New Details Emerge

New testimony uncovers atrocities by RSF paramilitaries, detailing the ethnic cleansing of Sudan's Masalit tribe in Darfur.

Sep 195 min read

Ecumenical Solidarity Visit Brings Hope to Sudan Amid Crisis

Ecumenical solidarity shines as faith leaders visit Sudan to offer humanitarian aid and peace-building support amidst ongoing conflict.

Sep 195 min read

313+ Ancestors Speak Project Honors African American Burial Grounds

The 313+ Ancestors Speak project honors enslaved African Americans buried in Elizabeth, NJ, aiming to memorialize and right historical wrong

Sep 196 min read

How Racism Distorts Christian Faith: "The Religion of Whiteness" Explored

Emerson and Bracey explore how white dominance influences Christianity, centering on a "religion of whiteness" that distorts Christian faith

Sep 195 min read

Islam’s Contributions to African-American Greatness

Islam's influence on African-American greatness is profound, helping reshape identity, culture, and spiritual development across generations

Sep 1911 min read

Exploring Race and Storytelling in Esi Edugyan's CBC Massey Lectures

Esi Edugyan explores race and storytelling through visual art, literature, and film, asking why some stories are sidelined or mythologized.

Sep 114 min read

226th General Assembly: Two South Carolina pastors announce they will stand for co-moderators

The Rev. CeCe Armstrong and the Rev. Tony Larson, two South Carolina pastors, have announced their candidacy for co-moderators of the 226th