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Pixar’s 'Wall•E'
a triumphant departure

An endearing story of a lonely robot who finds a companion, Wall•E may be the best Pixar film so far, says reviewer Ken Lowery.
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COMMENTARY: Keep an eye on teens

Teens need healthy boundaries on their unsupervised time, especially during the summer, says minister and counselor Daniel Gowan.
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Q&A: The case for Christianity

In What's So Great About Christianity?, Dinesh D'Souza fires back at the new, suave face of atheism presented in recent bestselling books. He spoke recently with staff writer Mary Jacobs.
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Church members have opportunity to provide input on paperwork

A survey on official forms and records of the United Methodist Church is now available through the General Council on Finance and Administration.
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REFLECTIONS: Celebrating nation’s freedom prompts commitment to ideals

Bishop Woodie White reflects upon how Christians can blend of the duties of citizenship and the discipleship of faith in this patriotic-themed essay.
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COMMENTARY: A Christian in politics? Why not!

Tennessee state Senator Roy Herron explains how a Christian can be in politics, often seen as corrupt and wasteful, and shares a personal story of why politics matters.
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Twin fires raging along California central coast (AP)

Former Republican Sen. Jesse Helms dies at 86 (AP)

Franken tries the switch from comic to Congress (AP)

U.S. marks Independence Day with fireworks, revelry (AP)

FBI probe latest setback for beleaguered Detroit (AP)

Companies begin quest for oil, gas off Florida (AP)

Rescue video shows duped rebels, elated hostages (AP)

Study: Orangutan populations declining sharply (AP)

Spitzer call girl drops 'Girls Gone Wild' lawsuit (AP)

One more time: Federer vs. Nadal at Wimbledon (AP)

Colombia shows rescue video (Reuters)

Former Senator Jesse Helms dies at 86 (Reuters)

Iran says its nuclear stance unchanged (Reuters)

One more time: Federer vs. Nadal at Wimbledon (AP)

Phelps has unfinished business at Olympic trials (AP)

Rockies overcome 9-run deficit to beat Marlins (AP)

Jagr signs with Avangard Omsk in Russian League (AP)

Zambrano leads Cubs to 2-1 win over Cardinals (AP)

Favre considers return to NFL or does he? (AP)

Report: Duhon agrees to deal with Knicks (AP)

Youkilis' bizarre triple spurs Red Sox past Yanks (AP)

Ronaldo going nowhere say United (AFP)

Sharks acquire top defenseman Boyle from Lightning (AP)

Game over: struggling UK basketball museum closes (AP)

Williams sisters promise Wimbledon final feast (AFP)

Ozaki forced to speak about his lead at En-Joie (AP)

BCE buyers finalize funding (Reuters)

Hyundai union calls for work stoppage next week (Reuters)

Merrill nears deal to sell Bloomberg stake: report (Reuters)

French bank body fines SocGen $6 million over Kerviel (Reuters)

World stocks fall on financial shares, oil drops (Reuters)

Smooth sailing for yacht builders despite economy (AP)

Energy shares, tame jobs data lift Dow (Reuters)

Economy - Thursday (Investor's Business Daily)

Australia's Origin Energy rejects BG's $13B bid (AP)

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SCJ VOLUNTEERS IN MISSION

New VIM Coordinator Announced

We welcome Debbie Vest to the Jurisdictional staff as our new Volunteers In Mission Coordinator.

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Film Reviews

Film documents Sudanese suffering
The makers of the documentary With Open Eyes hope it will help U.S. viewers feel a connection to the crisis of genocide in Sudan. Read more...

The High Calling

"Where is church work done? In your kitchen with your family, in new levels of conversation, openness, and vulnerability. In your office with your employer, in new depths of integrity, confrontation, and caring."

Music Reviews

Quaker weaves complex songs
Folk musician Carrie Newcomer's spirituality is evident in her new CD The Geography of Light, but it may be more appealing to spiritual seekers than steadfastly committed Christians, says reviewer Steve Morley. Read more...

Did You Know?

The United Methodist Church has developed a unique lingo during its history. We have words that relate specifically to how we, as United Methodists, carry out our ministry. Need to get familiar with the terms? Try checking out the glossary...

History of Hymns

Humble hymnist’s tune tied to U.S. centennial
Written for a small church in Vermont around the U.S. centennial celebration, the lyrics to "God of the Ages" promote the belief that the country has been divinely guided. Michael Hawn shares more. Read more...

Real Live Preacher

Real Live Preacher tells a captivating story based on Mark 10:17-27, entitled, "The Richest Man In Town."

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Daily Inspiration

These commandments that I give you today are to be upon your hearts. Impress them on your children. Talk about them when you sit at home and when you walk along the road, when you lie down and when you get up.

Deuteronomy 6:6-7 (NIV)

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