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In light of the 2024 General Election…
Since the recent election, we, like many of you, are grappling with a range of emotions—uncertainty, frustration, anger, fear, and grief. These feelings reflect the deep concern many of us hold for the future of justice, equity, and inclusion in our society. The weight of this moment is heavy, especially for those who feel most vulnerable to the policies and rhetoric that may come.
Yet even in the midst of these emotions, we are called to reflect, regroup, and refocus on our shared commitment to building a just and compassionate world. We are challenged to transform fear into courage and frustration into action, drawing strength and resilience from our faith and shared purpose…
Introducing MFSA’s Communications Coordinator
We are excited to welcome Cameron Helwege (he/him/his) as the Communications Coordinator for the Methodist Federation for Social Action (MFSA). He is also the Creative Director at Allendale United Methodist Church in St. Petersburg, Florida. With over two decades of experience in communications and media production at different levels within the United Methodist Church and beyond, Cameron has played a pivotal role…
Introducing MFSA’s Development Assistant
We are excited to welcome Emily Lutz(she/her/hers) as our new Development Assistant for Methodist Federation for Social Action (MFSA). She brings over 15 years of experience in fundraising and nonprofit administration in social services, faith-based, and higher education organizations. Emily especially enjoys…
A Goodbye from our Organizing Intern Takundanashe Chinogwenya
As my term as the Organizing Associate for the Methodist Federation for Social Action comes to an end, I would like to express my utmost gratitude for the support I have received from each and every one of you. From Bridget who has mentored me throughout the internship, to the Creation Justice Movement that collaborated with MFSA during the Climate Justice Teach In, to everyone that supported the MFSA climate justice series by reading the articles I wrote that were published in the MFSA newsletter and/or attended the Climate Teach In, from the bottom of my heart, I say thank you.
This experience with MFSA has helped me to cultivate…
Frontline, Fence Line, and Shoreline Communities
Who is affected by climate change?
We are all affected by climate change in our environment in different ways. This article looks at three types of communities that are affected disproportionately by the impacts of climate change, namely frontline communities, fence line communities and shoreline communities. When looking at environmental justice, it is essential to know who the vulnerable members of the community are and how best they…
Post General Conference Reflection: Divine Invitation to unwrap the GC Outcomes
After my two years of serving as a global mission fellow, I was deeply convinced that I wanted to continue serving God. Not anywhere else but in the United Methodist Church. For your information, I was not born a United Methodist, you may wonder why I had this deep conviction. In 2006 when my family was forcefully moved from our rural home in Busia to Nairobi, my schooling was cut short because my younger siblings and I…
Reflections on Climate Teach in: Climate Justice Legislation for General Conference
On April 4, 2024, MFSA and United Methodist Creation Justice Movement (UMCJM) held a webinar entitled “Climate Teach in: Climate Justice Legislation for General Conference” in collaboration with the Creation Justice Movement. This was my internship project for the year. Thank you to all that attended and helped make it a success.
There were two speakers namely Cathy Velasquez Eberhart, who represented the United Methodist Creation Justice Movement, and Nancy Blade, a United Methodist Elder who co-chairs a new Northern Illinois task force focusing on eco-sustainability. Cathay Eberhart spoke about the UM Creation Justice Movement, what it stands for and ways to get involved with the work the UMCJM is pursuing. Nancy Blade gave an overview of…
