Special Stories

by | Mar 9, 2011 | Blog

Every year GBM is blessed by volunteers and donors who help us do the work we are committed to – the work of serving people, pursuing justice and building community. Each year a few special individuals and groups do something that speaks of the power of being partners...
When Words Spill Blood

When Words Spill Blood

by | Feb 4, 2011 | Blog

Attitudes toward homosexuality in Uganda have rarely been one of acceptance. In fact, homosexual acts are currently punishable by a prison sentence. But after visits from American evangelical ministers who preached against homosexuality, Uganda has become a deadly...

Sustaining Justice: A Sermon By George M. Thompson

by | Dec 20, 2010 | Blog

On Sunday, November 7, our Faith in Community Coordinator George Thompson delivered this beautiful sermon at the Unitarian Universalist Church of Birmingham. You can hear the sermon here (mp3). The following is a revised and much reduced version of that sermon. While...
Fall Festival

Fall Festival

by | Dec 17, 2010 | Blog

On Saturday, October 23, GBM celebrated the beautiful weather with a Fall Festival Community Day. The Leisure Ministry of Vestavia Hills United Methodist Church provided a surprisingly large Moonwalk and delicious popcorn. Additional food and drinks were provided by...

Museum Of Urban Art Mural

by | Dec 17, 2010 | Blog

GBM is pleased to announce the unveiling of a 3-part mural depicting Hope, Love and Unity produced by the Museum of Urban Art (MUA). While the official unveiling took place during the GBM Open House on Tuesday, November 9th, the project began over a year and a half...