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Seeking God in a Time of Genocide
Palestinian Liberation Communications Staff Palestinian Liberation Communications Staff

Seeking God in a Time of Genocide

This is how the “Christmas story” ends (in Matthew), with the death of every male child in Bethlehem. Amidst the exaltations of “Peace on Earth” and “Hosanna;” the gifts of the magi, and the elation of the shepherds, it is easy to miss the devastating political situation that surrounds the birth of Jesus. 

The story (in Luke) begins with a pregnant teenager forced to give birth far from home due to the whims of an Emperor. It ends with the holy family fleeing as refugees to Egypt and a massacre against the children of Bethlehem. 

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Help Support Our Justice-Seeking Work
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Help Support Our Justice-Seeking Work

Over the last 116 years, Methodist Federation for Social Action (MFSA) has strived to uphold the core values of the Christian and Wesleyan tradition, values that compel us to seek justice, promote equity and equality, and embody love and compassion in our church and our world.

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Introducing MFSA’s Organizing Associate
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Introducing MFSA’s Organizing Associate

Hello! My name is Takundanashe Chinogwenya, and I am the new Organizing Associate at the Methodist Federation for Social Action (MFSA). I am from Harare, Zimbabwe. Currently, I am a second-year Master of Divinity, Social Justice Advocacy student. My passion lies in social justice advocacy, especially environmental justice, food justice, and racial and gender equality. I strive to be a defender of the vulnerable and marginalized members of society, as is the Christian mandate.

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Reading Banned Books as An Act of Resistance
LGBTQ+ Justice, Racial Justice, Censorship Communications Staff LGBTQ+ Justice, Racial Justice, Censorship Communications Staff

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.

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Peace, Justice, Unity, Love:  Opening Message from East Ohio MFSA Chapter Program
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Peace, Justice, Unity, Love: Opening Message from East Ohio MFSA Chapter Program

On January 21, 2023 the East Ohio Chapter of MFSA presented a program entitled “SEEKING PEACE with JUSTICE…In Our Time.” This event was an enriching and challenging event for Lay and Clergy who seek to find ways to implement the totality of Jesus’ message concerning justice issues.

You can find the opening message by Rev. Dr. Jack Jullivan Jr., Executive Director of Ohio Council of Churches, entitled “PEACE: JUSTICE, UNITY, LOVE…” including an overview and the video of the entire message within the article.

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A Summer Reflection from Executive Director Bridget Cabrera
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A Summer Reflection from Executive Director Bridget Cabrera

I recently had the pleasure of preaching on the feeding of the 5,000 in the book of John at the East Ohio AC gathering of Reconciling United Methodists and East Ohio MFSA. In that sermon, I focused on our need as a Church and a society to move beyond being bogged down by fear and scarcity. The hearts of the people gathered on that mountain were softened and opened even in the midst of all the fear and scarcity that they experienced in their time. The crowd already had everything they needed. They just needed to share what they had instead of hoard it.

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The Work of the Wear Orange Campaign Continues
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The Work of the Wear Orange Campaign Continues

Every day, 120 Americans are killed by guns. During the weekend of June 2-4th, Americans honor the victims and survivors of gun violence by wearing orange. MFSA Board members, staff, and Program Council members participated in the Wear Orange campaign to raise awareness of gun violence within their communities. The work of raising awareness is only one side to advocacy work. We also need to take action. MFSA has put together a list of fives actions that you and your congregations can do today to take action on advocating for gun control within your communities.

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Saying Goodbye to Carol Ngwenyama, MFSA’ s.             Organizing Associate Intern
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Saying Goodbye to Carol Ngwenyama, MFSA’ s. Organizing Associate Intern

I am writing to express my heartfelt gratitude for the opportunity to serve as an Organizing Intern at the Methodist Federation for Social Action (MFSA). It has been an incredibly fulfilling experience, and I am sincerely thankful for the knowledge, skills, and personal growth I have gained during my time with MFSA. As my internship comes to a close, I want to take a moment to reflect on the tremendous growth and learning I have experienced throughout this journey.

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2023 Lent Devotional-Week 7
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2023 Lent Devotional-Week 7

The woman of Samaria witnesses to us that we belong precisely because we are wonderfully different and that God in Christ, our Wonderfully Different invites us to become agents of change for the wholeness of our cosmos.

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2023 Lent Devotional- Week 6
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2023 Lent Devotional- Week 6

Take heart, family. Take courage. Prepare for joy. Because God is doing great things in us, through us, and even when we are lost in the wilderness.

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2023 Week Devotional-Week 5
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2023 Week Devotional-Week 5

Humbleness is a characteristic that has supported the existence of Indigenous communities for thousands of years. In all simplicity, all because it limits the violence of hubris and exploitation.

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2023 Lent Devotional- Week 4
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2023 Lent Devotional- Week 4

Jesus acknowledged and affirmed them as his most faithful followers during his journey to the crucifixion.

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2023 Lent Devotional- Week 3
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2023 Lent Devotional- Week 3

What if we enter our season with a desire to build a beloved community where our actions are leading to tear down walls that are keeping us divided?

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2023 Lenten Devotional -Week 2
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2023 Lenten Devotional -Week 2

I pray that this season of disease and dis-ease will bring us, people of faith and those on the faith journey, to new places of purpose, understanding, and allowances. That we be stretched to work for your Kin-dom like never before and may we find space at the table for all of your beloved.

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