The message of salvation brought by Jesus Christ binds us together as a people and sends us forth to bring healing in the midst of strife, justice in the midst of brokenness, and love in the midst of hate. As United Methodists, we are called to invite people to enter into a community of faith responsive to a vision of justice ministries that is biblically and theologically grounded, and to invite United Methodist congregations to play a prophetic role in bringing God’s vision to reality. Our mission is to advocate the Gospel of Jesus Christ in the church and society
The Trinity UMC Church and Society Committee is a local effort to reinforce The General Board of Church and Society (GBCS) which is one of four international general program boards of The United Methodist Church.
PROGRAMS
One of focal points of the the UMC Global Board of Church and Society is to bring awareness of a problem that is largely “swept under the rug”, human trafficking. Here is a white paper on the topic (please copy and paste into your browser if the link isn’t active for you):
http://umc-gbcs.org/issues/human-trafficking
Gary Estep
TUMC Church and Society Committee
www.chicotrinity.org
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We need you – maybe you need us. We are looking for young families, and maybe you want to raise your children in a faith community with traditional worship and liturgy, along with very progressive ideals. Trinity is known for being a force for good in Chico, and we would love …
UMCOR Disaster Academy Registration Deadline 3/15
Featuring UMCOR’s Connecting Neighbors curriculum – learn to mobilize your congregation’s unique ministry setting to respond to disasters in your community and partner with organizations like FEMA and VOAD in disaster relief.
Guerneville Muck Out 3/16 – Sign Up Now
Some elderly and disabled are not able to much out their homes on their own. Let’s help! We will stay at First UMC Santa Rosa. Other jobs are available. See Suellen Rowlison to sign up now!
Youth Group – Special Speaker this Sunday 3/10/18
Youth, please remember that this Sunday, as part of our Bible Study time, we will have a special presentation by Greg Shafer, the local leader of the Poor People’s Campaign.
UMC Justice Faith In Action Update: Ministry with: San Fernando Valley Refugee Children Center
Church and Society wants you to know that obstacles for refugees do not end with resettlement. Children who are unaccompanied face additional hurdles.
Youth on Plaza to Support Families
Today at noon Youth Group families will be joining our denomination in demanding the end of family separation and child incarceration at our southern border by gathering together on the Plaza. Let us pray for unity.
Faith in Action – Church and Society
Click to read the 6/13 Church and Society “Faith in Action” Newsletter
Less than 30 years…
United Methodists are committed to the pursuit of peace. Learn more about how working for justice is faith in action. Get involved.
Draft of the Revised Social Principles Released
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Draft of the Revised Social Principles Released Call for feedback from United Methodists across the Connection Contact: Tricia Bruckbauer tbruckbauer@umcjustice.org WASHINGTON — The draft of the revised Social Principles was released Thursday after years of listening and writing sessions. United Methodists are invited to …
A Lesson in Reconciliation
The General Board of Church and Society has concluded the spring 2018 meeting of the Board of Directors, which occurred March 15-18. For the first time in the agency’s history, the board met outside of the United States in Berlin, Germany. Many actions were taken.
Our Purpose is to ENGAGE people in joyful relationships with God and with each other, so we will GROW in Christ-like compassion, and SHARE the blessings of the Holy Spirit.