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Reading Banned Books as An Act of Resistance
My parents used to joke that my second home growing up was my hometown’s public library. When I learned to ride my bike, I spent my summer vacations waiting for the library to open so I could ride my bike there and spend the whole day reading in the children’s room. I signed myself up for every single program. At the end of the day, I would pack my bags with whatever books I could carry home on my bike. My hometown’s library was the catalyst for me to learn about new places outside of my small town in Indiana. I dreamed about travel, living in big cities, meeting new people, and making a difference in the world, all thanks to the magical worlds that books transported me to. That’s the library's power—it can transport you to new worlds and experiences.
Tribute to Bishop Melvin Talbert
Bishop Melvin Talbert died on August 3rd at the age of 89. One of seven children born to sharecropper parents in rural Louisiana, he was ordained a pastor in 1963 into a segregated Methodist church. He was elected and served as bishop of The United Methodist Church from 1980 until the year 2000.
Racial Justice in Ohio
Learn more about the Black Led Organizing Collaborative and the work of East Ohio MFSA.
MFSA Commemorates the 50th Anniversary of Roe v. Wade
Today marks what would have been the 50th anniversary of Roe v. Wade. But last June, the Supreme Court of the United States eliminated the constitutional right to abortion, decimating access and jeopardizing people’s health, lives and economic security.
MLK Day Reflections
The Methodist Federation for Social Action has been looking deeply into its own life to examine how we have accommodated racist outcomes, not only in church and society, but in our own life.
Introducing Christ Church United Methodist, a Justice-Seeking Community
Learn more about Christ Church United Methodist.
Racial Audit Reflection from MFSA Board President
“We are great at naming forms of explicit bigotry and at the same time, lack the tools to deal with our own fears of our white cultural power and spaces being replaced.”
Racial Audit Reflection
Esther Rodriguez reflects on her experience as a member of MFSA’s Racial Audit Team.
Racial Audit Reflection
Rev. Dr. Mary Kay Totty reflects on her experience as a member of MFSA’s Racial Audit Team.
Move the Monument
On June 19th at 11:30 am a group of protestors marched to the Talbot County Courthouse to demand the removal of a confederate statue.
A Prayer for America
Typical July 4th celebration denies the lack of independence, freedom, and justice for all people in this country. Today we reflect on Lisa Sharon Harper’s “A Prayer for America,” found in “A Rhythm of Prayer: A Collection of Meditations for Renewal,” a collection edited by Sarah Bessey.