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Lent is a time for self-reflection and deepening your relationship with Jesus, but can also be a time to show God's love to others. Consider how you might creatively observe this holy season. Photo illustration by Canva.

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Lent is a journey of preparation for following the way of Jesus. Photo by Kathleen Barry, United Methodist Communications.

What is Lent and why does it last forty days?
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Generosity calendar for Lent 2023
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Imago Dei, a Lectio Divina Lenten study by GCORR.

Lent Study: Diversity, Equity, Inclusion
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Rev. Wilbur Choy was the first Asian-American elected to the role of bishop in The United Methodist Church. The Western Jurisdictional Conference elected Choy in 1972. Photo by Mike DuBose.

Bishop Wilbur Choy: First Asian American United Methodist bishop
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Grand Saline FUMC in Texas provides free Mother's Day Out Care. Courtesy of the Texas Conference of The UMC.

Church offers free care in 'childcare desert'
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The Recap | Episode 5

Gain a better understanding of what is going on in The United Methodist Church, find inspiration in stories of ministry and learn how our denomination is transforming the world.

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United Methodists address gun violence and racial injustice | Festival of Nations unites diverse congregations | Yambasu Agriculture Initiative | #BeUMC

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