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.
In the Wesleyan tradition, Church and Society Team of the Minnesota Annual Conference seeks justice in a variety of social issue contexts. This team:
• Provides educational opportunities through workshops and action items
• Encourages members of the churches to act in ways that show the love of Jesus Christ by helping those without a voice
• Administers Peace and Justice grants to provide funds for both local congregations and United Methodist related agencies engaged in ministries to promote peace and advocate for the poor and the marginalized and to develop programs that work towards justice.
Find agendas, minutes, and elected members for the Church and Society team.
Join the conversation at the Minnesota Church and Society Facebook page.
Racial Justice GrantsMinnesota Church and Society is offering a specific grant of up to $300 to help members of your church purchase books for a small (or large) group study on racial justice.
Grants are for congregations that read one of several suggested books, have a conversation with a church from a different cultural experience, and engage in a shared learning experience with another congregation.
This is a great opportunity to begin addressing racial justice or to go deeper on your journey toward racial justice.
Applicants for this grant must be a Minnesota United Methodist local church, district, annual conference, or other affiliated organization, or an ecumenical group/organization working with and through at least one United Methodist agency or organization.
In a time of disruption and unrest, the prophet Micah challenged the people of God to work for social justice and to imagine what it would be like for all to have what they needed and live in peace and unafraid. What projects is your church doing to make Micah 4:4 a greater reality?
The Church and Society Action Team is offering grants to local churches for projects that are aimed at promoting peace and justice. How can Christians be involved in making the world more peaceful, more just?
Learn more and apply for a Peace with Justice Grant
Gail Chalbi, Chair
gchalbi1146@gmail.com / 763-447-9659
Minnesota Annual Conference of the United Methodist Church
122 West Franklin Avenue, Suite 400 Minneapolis, MN 55404
(612) 870-0058