Million Moms March Against Gun Violence May 14, 2000

"In the name of Christ, who came that persons might know abundant life, we call upon the Church to affirm its faith through vigorous efforts to curb gun violence." (Book of Resolutions, 1992)
To that end we ask your support of the Million Mom March Against Gun Violence that will take place on Mothers' Day - May 14, 2000 - in Washington, D.C. The Million Mom March is dedicated to the mission of educating our children and our country about the life-threatening danger of guns.

United Methodist United Against Gun Violence will meet at 9:45 AM, 7th and Constitution under the UMC Banner. Please come to the march/rally with a sign or banner representing your church or group affiliation. We want to show a strong UMC presence!

The Interreligious Community in Washington, DC is planning an interfaith worship service at 10:00 AM before the march on May 14th at 7th and Constitution Avenue Stage.

The rally will begin at 12:00 PM following the worship service at the 3rd and Constitution Avenue Stage.

Breakfast Briefing - May 15, 2000

The General Board of Church and Society, and the United Methodist Women, along with other denominations will sponsor a Breakfast and Issue Briefing at the United Methodist Building, 100 Maryland Ave NE, Washington, DC. The Breakfast and Issue Briefing is for those who decide to stay and visit elected officials on Monday, May 15th, 8:00 - 9:30 a.m. The event will include preparation to visit your elected official(s) and presentations from Michael Barnes, President of Handgun Control, Inc. and Michael Beard, President of Coalition to Stop Gun Violence.

Please set up your appointment with your Senator/Representative ahead of your visit. You can do this through:

a) the Capitol Switchboard: (202) 224-3121 (ask for your member's office)
b) by contacting a local district office (of your Senator/Representative) in your area
c) for the House: www.house.gov and the Senate: www.senate.gov by typing in your zip code. www.capweb.net and http://legislators.com/usatoday/caphill.html can help you concerning visits.

You must pre-register with your denomination's D.C. office if you plan to attend this briefing.

We would be interested in hearing from you whether you are coming to the Million Mom March, attending the breakfast briefing, or working on gun control in your community. Please respond by sending us your contact information.

To RSVP please contact Frances Jett at (202) 488-5658 or fjett@umc-gbcs.org OR Brendell Smith at (202) 488-5660 or bsmith@gbgm-umc.org. For more information, visit the Million Mom March website: www.millionmommarch.com or call 1-888-989-MOMS

See also:
Moms plan to mobilize for children’s safety May 14
UMW Action Alert: Million Mom March for Sensible gun laws, Safe kids
Gun Violence in the US: A GBGM Resolution