Advocacy Archives - Global Ministries https://www.globalministries.org/topic/issue_justice_advocacy/ Global Ministries is a common missional witness of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) and the United Church of Christ. Global Ministries works with approximately 290 faith-based international partners in close to 90 countries. Our Vision: That all of God’s people and creation share in God’s abundant life. Our Mission: To receive and share the Good News of Jesus Christ by joining with global and local partners to work for justice, reconciliation, and peace. Wed, 30 Jul 2025 17:48:57 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.2 https://www.globalministries.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/favicon-150x150.png Advocacy Archives - Global Ministries https://www.globalministries.org/topic/issue_justice_advocacy/ 32 32 TODAY (7/30/25) – Senate Voting on Arms Sales to Israel https://www.globalministries.org/today-7-30-25-senate-voting-on-arms-sales-to-israel/ Wed, 30 Jul 2025 17:43:04 +0000 https://www.globalministries.org/?p=59762 Israel’s use of indiscriminate weapons in Gaza’s densely populated areas has had devastating consequences for Palestinians and despite the growing famine caused by Israeli blockade of humanitarian aid, Israel’s military continues to kill people trying to access food at aid … Read more

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]]> HELM Global Immersion: Reflections on Brazil https://www.globalministries.org/helm-global-immersion-reflections-on-brazil/ Thu, 03 Jul 2025 17:58:02 +0000 https://www.globalministries.org/?p=59528 In May, Higher Education Leadership Ministries and Global Ministries organized a pilgrimage for the HELM Leadership Fellows. In the third year of the program, students travel abroad to visit with an international partner and learn more about the work of … Read more

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]]> 3rd Thursday Alert: Tell Congress to end US support for Israel’s war by supporting the Block the Bombs Act https://www.globalministries.org/3rd-thursday-alert-tell-congress-to-end-us-support-for-israels-war-by-supporting-the-block-the-bombs-act/ Wed, 18 Jun 2025 12:39:16 +0000 https://www.globalministries.org/?p=59398 The post 3rd Thursday Alert: Tell Congress to end US support for Israel’s war by supporting the Block the Bombs Act appeared first on Global Ministries.

]]> 3rd Thursday Action Alert: Tell your elected officials Israel’s war on Gaza and Palestinians – and US support for Israel’s inhumane and illegal treatment of Palestinians – must end.  A principled humanitarian response must be expedited. https://www.globalministries.org/3rd-thursday-action-alert-tell-your-elected-officials-israels-war-on-gaza-and-palestinians-and-us-support-for-israels-inhumane-and-illegal-treatment-of-palestinians-must/ Tue, 13 May 2025 19:50:15 +0000 https://www.globalministries.org/?p=59183 The post 3rd Thursday Action Alert: Tell your elected officials Israel’s war on Gaza and Palestinians – and US support for Israel’s inhumane and illegal treatment of Palestinians – must end.  A principled humanitarian response must be expedited. appeared first on Global Ministries.

]]> Current Impacts of Changing U.S. Policies on Global Partners https://www.globalministries.org/current-impacts-of-changing-u-s-policies-on-global-partners/ Mon, 12 May 2025 18:16:20 +0000 https://www.globalministries.org/?p=59162 PDF Version Introduction and Overview After taking office on January 20, 2025, President Trump began signing a slew of Executive Orders that outlined shifts in both domestic and foreign policy. Many of these orders have been challenged in courts and … Read more

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]]> Dear Secretary Rubio: Don’t Close Embassies in Africa https://www.globalministries.org/dear-secretary-rubio-dont-close-embassies-in-africa/ Thu, 08 May 2025 16:14:16 +0000 https://www.globalministries.org/?p=59138 There is a concerning proposal to close several U.S. embassies and consulates in Africa, significantly reducing our diplomatic presence on the continent. The embassies targeted for closure include those in the Central African Republic, the Republic of Congo, Eritrea, The … Read more

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]]> Statement on the break in at the headquarters of the Christian Ecumenical Council of Guatemala https://www.globalministries.org/statement-on-the-break-in-at-the-headquarters-of-the-christian-ecumenical-council-of-guatemala/ Thu, 01 May 2025 19:54:43 +0000 https://www.globalministries.org/?p=59074 En Espanol “…Live in harmony with one another, sharing in each other’s joys and sorrows, loving one another, being compassionate and humble…” 1 Peter 3:8 Before public opinion we make known and express our repudiation, rejection and protest against the … Read more

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]]> CMEP Action Alert: Call on Members of Congress to support a ceasefire, de-escalation of violence, end to displacement, and halt in weapons sales to Israel https://www.globalministries.org/cmep-action-alert-call-on-members-of-congress-to-support-a-ceasefire-de-escalation-of-violence-end-to-displacement-and-halt-in-weapons-sales-to-israel/ Tue, 15 Apr 2025 17:27:25 +0000 https://www.globalministries.org/?p=58918 In the early hours of Sunday, April 18, as Holy Week began, Israel bombed the Al-Ahli Arab Hospital. Reports indicate three patients, including a child, died as a result of disruption of care prompted by the attack. Operated by the … Read more

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]]> 3rd Thursday Alert: Tell Congress to reject more military aid to Israel and instead to reinstate funding to UNRWA https://www.globalministries.org/3rd-thursday-alert-tell-congress-to-reject-more-military-aid-to-israel-and-instead-to-reinstate-funding-to-unrwa-2/ Tue, 15 Apr 2025 17:12:55 +0000 https://www.globalministries.org/?p=58916 The post 3rd Thursday Alert: Tell Congress to reject more military aid to Israel and instead to reinstate funding to UNRWA appeared first on Global Ministries.

]]> 3rd Thursday Alert: Tell Congress to reject more military aid to Israel and instead to reinstate funding to UNRWA https://www.globalministries.org/3rd-thursday-alert-tell-congress-to-reject-more-military-aid-to-israel-and-instead-to-reinstate-funding-to-unrwa/ Tue, 18 Mar 2025 15:43:54 +0000 https://www.globalministries.org/?p=58717 The post 3rd Thursday Alert: Tell Congress to reject more military aid to Israel and instead to reinstate funding to UNRWA appeared first on Global Ministries.

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