Though this form of liberation theology emerged over 50 years ago in South Korea, its emphasis on the struggles of the oppressed and marginalized resonates across national boundaries today.
Its goal is to develop disciples of Jesus who are academically strong, rooted in faith, socially responsible and ready to serve beyond Tanzania’s borders.
Miracle Sunday is a one-time offering on May 17 to raise funds intended to help United Methodist pastors in Africa, the Philippines and Europe get a theological education.
United Methodists are among the Christians helping to organize rallies and processions in at least 13 states that are intended to counter rising authoritarianism and greed with Jesus’ call to feed the hungry, care for the sick and welcome the stranger.
