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Bishop LaTrelle Easterling gives the sermon during morning worship at the United Methodist General Conference in Charlotte, N.C. Easterling spoke to women who have suffered abuse: “You are strong. You are brave. And you are beloved of God.” Photo by Mike DuBose, UM News.

Bishop preaches message to end violence against women

During morning worship at the United Methodist General Conference, Bishop LaTrelle Miller Easterling raised her voice to tell women who have suffered abuse: “You are strong. You are brave. And you are beloved of God.”
General Conference
Panelists take part in a briefing for female delegates from outside the U.S. in preparation for the long-delayed United Methodist General Conference in Charlotte, N.C. From left are Jenn Ferariza Mendes and the Revs. Anne Detain, Hortencia Lange Bacela and Eva Cosme. The briefing was hosted by United Women in Faith and the United Methodist Commission on the Status and Role of Women. Photo by Mike DuBose, UM News.

Ensuring women have voice, vote at General Conference

United Methodist agencies appoint monitors to empower female delegates to express themselves freely during deliberations in legislative committees.
United Women In Faith
Sally Vonner addresses the crowd at her July 29, 2023, installation service as top executive of United Women in Faith. That organization, formerly United Methodist Women, is based in New York, but Texas native Vonner’s installation was held at Lovers Lane United Methodist Church in Dallas. File photo by Sam Hodges, UM News.

Women’s agency leader optimistic about its future

Sally Vonner, top executive of United Women in Faith, said the agency is prepared to help lead the church into the future, despite the denomination’s current uncertainty.
Theology and Education
A new residential hall at Africa University in Mutare, Zimbabwe, will provide female students with a safe and secure home while studying. The residence, funded by the East Ohio Conference, has modern amenities including six lounges where students can relax and enjoy fellowship. Photo by Eveline Chikwanah, UM News.

East Ohio adds dorm to Africa University campus

Dozens of women from across Africa for many years to come will have safe and secure campus accommodations provided by the East Ohio Conference through the Teach-Reach-Bless campaign.

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