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Assembly sets guidelines on clergy effectiveness
Bishops who question the effectiveness of a clergy person now have procedures for terminating the appointment.

Commentary: Seeking balance at General Conference
"What we are doing … is a spiritual work," says the assembly's chief scheduler, urging the 2012 gathering to observe Sabbath.

General Conference acts on wide range of issues
Delegates hear memorable speeches, approve $642 million budget, and set direction on social issues and church ministries.

Liberia President Sirleaf addresses United Methodists
President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf says her country and her church share a common commitment to end poverty.

Methodists in Puerto Rico elect new bishop
The Rev. Rafael Moreno Rivas says he is a “full-time student at the ‘Yahweh School of Daily Living.

United Methodist bishops launch appeal for Philippines
Church effort will provide humanitarian relief, support ministries.

Church challenges ruling banning homeless ministry
“We serve out of love for God which inspires within us a love for neighbor,” bishop says.

Faith leaders launch campaign for immigration reform
Organizers hope to deliver 250,000 postcards to Congress by Jan. 4.

Newscast: The Week of October 24, 2008
A TV crew finds two homeless alcoholics in the woods. The result is: one life redeemed, one rebounding continuously back to the streets,...

Newscast: The Week of October 3, 2008
In today’s edition of United Methodist Audio News, we look at how the current U.S. financial crisis hurts global efforts to deal with hu...

Newscast: The Week of September 19, 2008
This edition of United Methodist Audio News features three stories of very different natures. The first is a report on the aftermath of ...