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Put Your Faith Into Action

As United Methodists, we believe our love for God and neighbor calls us to more than compassion—it calls us to action. When we see injustice in our communities and around the world, we cannot stay silent. Scripture shows us time and again how faithful people have spoken up, stood firm, and made a difference.

You don’t have to be an expert to start. If you’re feeling called to do something about poverty, injustice, or systems that harm the vulnerable—you're not alone. Advocacy is one way we live out our faith together, grounded in hope and inspired by God’s vision for justice.

Join United Methodists and our faith partners working to create real change through advocacy, education, and faithful presence. Your voice matters. Your actions matter.

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Tell us how you’re making a difference

From local ministries to global missions, United Methodists are standing up for those on the margins. Share your story of advocacy, or let us know about an event so others can take part.

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GBGM's Mustard Seed Migration Grants are awarded to churches who are engaging in ministry with migrants in their communities.

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Global Ministries

Mustard Seed Migration grants available for ministry with migrants

The General Board of Global Ministries annuallly awards grants to local churches who are engaging in ministry with migrants in their communities.

Faithful Resistance: A Public Witness for Immigrant Justice

Advocacy

Global Migration

Faithful Resistance: A Public Witness for Immigrant Justice

The General Board of Church and Society and the General Commission on Religion and Race are participating in an ecumenical and interfaith worship service and march calling for the humane treatment of immigrants. Faithful Resistance: A Public Witness for Immigrant Justice is happening in Washington D.C. on Wednesday, February 25.

Faith & Facts Cards: A great place to start

Faith and Facts cards are a set of half-sheet cards on a number of social issues. Each card includes what the Bible says, what The UMC says, some facts about the issue, and action steps to address the issue.

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CIVIL AND HUMAN RIGHTS

Civil and human rights: Immigration

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Civil and Human Rights: Racial Justice

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Civil & Human Rights

ECONOMIC, HEALTH AND GENDER JUSTICE

ECONOMIC, HEALTH AND GENDER JUSTICE

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PEACE WITH JUSTICE

Peace with Justice

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ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE

Environmental Justice

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