BREAKING: Hundreds of Jews and allies have taken over Trump Tower chanting “We want justice, you say how. Bring Mahmoud home now!” and “Fight Nazis, not students.” The civil disobedience is spawned by the ICE arrest of Palestinian student Mahmoud Khalil.

#FreeMahmoud! Let’s continue his work: #TheyRepressWeBDS. Broad-tent, intersectional coalitions against fascism, white supremacy, McCarthyism, colonial oppression, and unprecedented authoritarianism are needed now more than ever. loom.ly/_SJMhms

URGENT ACTION ALERT: Over 400 Palestinians murdered overnight as Israel and the US intensify their genocide in Gaza. People of conscience around the world must act NOW! Mass Mobilizations and Pressure Campaigns. Organize now! loom.ly/eyUy0qM

UMKR is a signatory on this call -

The World Council of Churches (WCC), representing over 580 million Christians, denounces Israel’s apartheid regime and and its crimes in Gaza, which “may constitute genocide,” calls for “sanctions and accountability”. #SanctionsNow loom.ly/taJc7Mk

See Kairos Palestine's response to the landmark WCC statement: "lived solidarity, moral courage, and prophetic witness. They offer a vital lifeline to the Palestinian people..." kairospalestine.ps/images/Kairos_…

The Methodist Church in Britain has endorsed the WCC statement! Naming the truth of Israeli apartheid, and endorsing the Palestinians' BDS call. See the debate on Youtube (forward to about 1 hour 20 min into this video): youtube.com/watch?v=HEc0yB…

THE "GAZAFICATION" OF THE WEST BANK: Israel is bringing to the West Bank its horrific disdain for human lives and int'l law in the Gaza War July 9, 2025 Learn more and register now: us20.campaign-archive.com/?e=[UNIQID]&u=…

CALLING UNITED METHODISTS: sign the petition to Wespath, to fulfill the General Conference resolution of 2024, To divest from occupation govts' bonds: Israel, Turkey, Morocco. JOIN THE BISHOPS & CHURCH LEADERS who were our first signers- see them here: umkr.salsalabs.org/wespathpetitio…

#BDS Success in the United Methodist Church! See also this announcement in Religion News Service: religionnews.com/2025/08/18/uni…

Urgent action needed ahead of the Arms Trade Treaty Conference. The BDS movement calls on supporters to help pressure states to fulfill their legal and moral obligations. Send an email now ➡️ ctt.ec/1MAaL+

The BDS movement thanks the United Methodist Church for its commitment to justice and calls on other churches, faith organizations, and pension funds to end their complicity in Israeli genocide, occupation, and apartheid, as is morally and legally obligated.

📷 UMKR and MFSA present: Understanding Palestine and Israel, with Phyllis Bennis Acclaimed author, analyst, international speaker Tackling tough questions on recent events with clarity & honesty. Wed, Oct 15, 1pm Eastern (US) palestine.events/15Oct2025

UMKR has endorsed this resolution and encourages all in Congress to support it!

CHEVRON DAY OF ACTION: Nov 22, 2025 Join global action on Nov 22, targeting Chevron for its role in Israel’s genocide & apartheid, in addition to its role in climate destruction globally. Actions to join: actionnetwork.org/event_campaign… More about the boycott: kairosresponse.org/chevronboycott…

Our study guide on the Kairos Palestine II document is NOW AVAILABLE for free download at our website: kairosresponse.org/kp2guide.html A labor of love to amplify the important work and voices of our Palestinian Christian siblings. Share how you used this resource in your congregation!

REGISTRATION OPEN! UMKR Assembly May 1-3 Discover/deepen your connection with this spirit-filled movement for justice&peace in the Holy Land. Refresh ur soul, gain new skills, build strength with others on this justice journey. Early Bird Reg $95 »5 MEALS! umkr.link/assembly2026

From Hebron, Palestine, we extend our warmest wishes to our Christian brothers and sisters on the occasion of Easter. May this blessed holiday bring you peace, love, and hope, and may it carry goodness, freedom, and dignity for all. Happy Easter 🌿