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Ask The UMC: Why do United Methodists observe Human Relations Day?
The Human Relations Day offering is one way United Methodists help bring the vision of the beloved community to fruition.
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Ask The UMC: How do United Methodists understand Epiphany?
Epiphany is the day Christians remember the coming of the Magi to visit Jesus, bringing their gifts of gold, frankincense and myrrh.
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Ask The UMC: Does Christmas have roots in pagan beliefs?
A look at the long history of celebrating Christmas on December 25 and how the early church arrived at that date.
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Ask The UMC: What is the history of Advent?
Advent, which means “coming” or “arrival,” was widely practiced across Christian churches worldwide by the sixth century.
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