Five people die of AIDS every minute. In the same amount of time, nine more people are infected with HIV. This epidemic produces mind-boggling numbers that can make one feel hopeless to alleviate the suffering caused by this incurable disease. The United Methodist Church is responding to God's call through a unified strategy and funding source for addressing the global HIV/AIDS pandemic. The Global AIDS Fund was established in 2004, with a goal of raising at least $8 million by 2008. ADVANCE #982345.

April 4 marks the 40th year since the assassination of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. In a reflection written for his church newsletter, Rev. Dr. William C. Trench, Senior Pastor of the East Greenwich UMC, East Greenwich, RI, wrote of his experience at Wesleyan University in a time of changing race relations. With Bill's permission, we share this powerful reflection here.

DVD NOW AVAILABLE! “Living for Giving” is a 5-session study that helps uncover the biblical and theological basis for the practice of stewardship as a spiritual discipline. Using a format similar to Disciple Bible Study, each session has a video clip, discussion questions, and a life application dramatic vignette. The study is perfect for small groups, Sunday School Classes, and church leaders and will be a great complement to the “Faith & Money” ministry.  Click on the story title above for more information.