| abstract |
This project centers on ministry and service within Hispanic/Latino communities, engaging the social, spiritual, political, and economic realities that shape their lived experiences. Particular attention is given to the broader sociopolitical context and its impact on individuals and families, approached through a social justice lens grounded in an anti-discrimination framework. The project draws on biblical and theological foundations to articulate a vision of ministry rooted in doctrinal principles that must be actively embodied in practice.
The project culminates in a theological and practical framework emphasizing integration, unity, and equity by integrating key theoretical perspectives and insights from various scholarly sources. A significant component of this work includes interviews with leaders in national bodies and organizations of the United Methodist Church, whose perspectives inform a set of facts, ideas, and strategic recommendations.
Ultimately, the project argues that developing a multiracial and multicultural ministry is possible and imperative within the First United Methodist Church of Homestead (FUMCH) context
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