In 2000, the «Miss Stone» social center—named after the former missionary Ellen Stone—was established in Strumica (North Macedonia). Even back then, the idea was to be there for people in need. It’s amazing to see how much has grown since then—and it stands as an impressive testament to tireless dedication and genuine compassion.
Many people have slipped into poverty. If they demonstrate, the police crack down. What can the Methodist Church do in this situation? Bishop Américo Jara Reyes talks about the causes of poverty, swallowed anger and a church that looks and acts.
Mission Talk brings people together - online. In conversation this time: Bishop Américo Jara Reyes from Argentina
The current austerity policy is causing financial hardship for retired and sick people. The Association of Protestant Churches, to which the Methodist Church also belongs, believes this is unacceptable. It calls for more courageous and creative solutions from the government and appeals: "Choose life."
In September, we bid farewell to Flavia Contreras and Roman Gnägi, our coordinators in South America. Before they embark on new paths, we asked them to look back on their most moving moments, share their successes - and perhaps even reveal a few secrets from their project work.
We bid farewell to Elisabeth Stauffer, who died on Saturday, December 14, 2024 at the age of 92. Elisabeth Stauffer was born in Grenchen on October 5, 1932, the eldest of eight siblings.
