The Methodist Church in Argentina is committed to social justice, the right to migration, climate justice and gender justice. It addresses various aspects of justice in seminars, online forums for young people and in pointed public statements - especially on the current political, economic and social situation.
In Argentina, more than 50 % of all people live below the poverty line. The Methodist Church takes a strong stance on current political developments and campaigns for human rights to be respected. At the same time, congregations distribute food and clothing to people affected by poverty or offer lunch tables.
The church deals intensively with issues of social justice, climate change and responsibility towards creation. It is also committed to the right to migration and the rights of the indigenous population and has developed various short videos on aspects of justice: https://iglesiametodista.org.ar/gran-parroquia/
In order for the churches to be able to deal with the political and socio-economic challenges appropriately, a sound theological education is also important. The Faculty of Theology at the UCEL (Universidad del Centro Educativo Latinoamericano) of the Methodist Church in Argentina has been offering a Bachelor's degree course in theology since 2021, which is very popular. The Master's course has also been available since 2023. https://www.ucel.edu.ar/
Connexio hope supports both the overall work of the Methodist Church in Argentina and theological education at university level with a contribution.
Theology, ministry and faith practice should contribute to a more just and inclusive society.
Bishop Américo Jara Reyes is convinced: "It is the mission of the Church to build the kingdom of God and to ensure that all people have life in abundance; the good life."
| Project name | Church and justice |
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| Project number | 41400 |
| Partner organization: | Iglesia Metodista Argentina |
| Country: | Argentina |
| Budget: | CHF 40,000 of which 9,700 for UCEL |
