General Commission on Religion & Race of The United Methodist Church

African higher education leader addresses peers at international meeting.

United Methodist News

Bishop Ernest W. Newman	Our church must take a stand for justice and compassion toward our neighbors to affirm our witness as followers of Christ.
Bishop Ernest Newman, dead at 80, served on GCORR board.	When the law is not enough! Welcoming and loving sojourners in our midst. A commentary by Dr. Eliezer Valentín-Castañón (PDF)

Connection aids hurricane-damaged churches.
Commentary: Extending ministry to Asian Americans
Black Methodist caucus starts fund, giving program

Student federation combines faith, action
Study guide offers steps on Darfur involvement

The United Methodist China Program

Church leaders urged to think and act like Jesus

Commentary: Church must be 'place of hope' amid rising U.S. violence

Conference helps Korean clergy, laity to partner

Church-supported program assists Haiti food crisis

Delegation decries human rights violations
GCORR Board member is now Chief Justice of Kentucky's Supreme Court
The Rev. Julienne Judd pastors three Native American churches.
Wrap-up: United Methodists elect, assign U.S. bishops for 2009-12

Announcements:

GCORR Job Opening

Position: Web Specialist (PDF)

Position: Administrative Assistant/Receptionist (PDF)

NCJ-CORR Learning Event

Oct. 17-19 , Chicago Area
See flyer for more info and online registration.
Or download brochure.

GCORR Press Releases, Papers and Statements>

A public statement in support of the Sanctuary Movement to assist undocumented immigrants
This is a public statement delivered by Erin Hawkins, General Secretary, General Commission on Religion and Race during a news conference in support of the Sanctuary Movement during General Conference on April 25, 2008.

Public Statement on Immigration Reform
This statement was delivered by Erin Hawkins, General Secretary, General Commission on Religion and Race, during the Immigration Reform Rally held during General Conference on April 24, 2008.

Racism and Immigration: A Critical Response

News about GCORR

Church celebrates 40-year journey toward inclusivity
Exhibit narrates the Journey to Inclusiveness
General Conference benefits from 'ministry of monitoring' (PDF)

More Announcements:

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The General Commission on Religion and Race supports United Methodist agencies, institutions, annual (regional) conferences, congregations and racial/ethnic caucuses in their quest to achieve racial justice, inclusiveness and reconciliation throughout the denomination.

African higher education leader addresses peers at international meeting.

Our church must take a stand for justice and compassion toward our neighbors to affirm our witness as followers of Christ.