Category - methodist

Cautious response from British churches to Zimbabwe deal

staff writers — Tue, 16 Sep 2008 17:45:05 +0100

The Methodist Church and the United Reformed Church have cautiously welcomed news of the power-sharing deal reached between the Zanu-PF and MDC political parties in Zimbabwe. But they have expressed concern about the practical realities.

Churches urge a vote against extremism and racism on 1st May

agency reporter — Mon, 21 Apr 2008 08:16:15 +0100

Three Free Church Christian denominations in the UK are urging voters to take a clear stand against racist and extreme political parties as election day for local councils in England and Wales draws nearer.

United Reformed Church appoints first woman head

staff writers — Fri, 14 Mar 2008 09:24:54 +0000

The United Reformed Church has appointed the Rev Roberta Rominger as its general secretary. She becomes the first woman to hold the senior post in the Church, or in any of its predecessor denominations.

Northern Irish and US faith groups tackle environment, poverty and peace

staff writers — Sat, 01 Mar 2008 08:15:23 +0000

Faith groups in Northern Ireland and America have been seeking to learn from one another about making peace in the human and the physical environment together. Earlier this month a US interfaith group visited the province.

Methodists launch 'buy less' credit card for Lent

staff writers — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 08:57:45 +0000

In a move that is designed as a challenge to "consumerism as usual" and a reminder of the dominance of money in our lives, the Methodist Church in Britain has launched an alternative Credit Card containing a "buy less" message.

Methodists and Anglicans prepare for Education Sunday

staff writers — Mon, 14 Jan 2008 08:58:05 +0000

The Methodist Church in Britain and the Church of England are calling on congregations to get involved in Education Sunday 2008 on 20 January - when the vocation of teaching and the contribution of Christians and others is celebrated.

Don't confuse Jesus with super heros, says Methodist president

staff writers — Sun, 30 Dec 2007 10:35:43 +0000

The Christmas message is that God in Jesus commits to transforming human ordinariness, not to fantasies about a super-hero figure or military conquerer, the President of the Methodist Conference has said in his seasonal message.

Nigerian Methodist will keep unity impulse moving forward

agency reporter — Tue, 27 Nov 2007 00:08:48 +0000

Nigerian Methodist Archbishop Michael Kehinde Stephen has been chosen to moderate the Continuing Committee on Ecumenism in the 21st Century, a group assigned to monitor and encourage initiatives in a global quest for Christian unity.

New tough UK regulations for internet gambling welcomed

staff writers — Thu, 09 Aug 2007 22:48:42 +0100

Anti-gambling and addiction agencies have welcomed the news that gambling firms that do not meet UK regulatory standards will be banned from advertising in the UK. They are also calling for international agreements.

Aymara Indian Methodist bishop becomes a Bolivian ambassador

Ecumenical News International — Sat, 30 Jun 2007 22:51:01 +0100

In an unusual diplomatic move, Methodist Bishop Eugenio Poma, an indigenous Aymara Indian from Bolivia, has become his country's ambassador to Denmark. Poma also used to work for the World Council of Churches.