R-Squared

practical resources for church leaders seeking to engage and embrace cultural diversity and anti-racism

a resource hub of GCORR

“Help me then, to be brave to take this step.
Be my guide, my peace, and my roots on earth
So that I can flourish even after all my pain
Help me grow to not be like before but then, to be who I should be for you, for me and others.
Thank you for always being my companion and loving me as a mother who loves her children.”
— Keren Rodriguez, Aloha United Methodist Church, Oregon Idaho Conference of the UMC - Racial Justice Prayers of Healing
FEATURED WORSHIP

Indigenous Peoples’ Day

In the United States, Indigenous Peoples’ Day is celebrated on the second Monday of October honoring Native Americans, Alaska Natives, and Native Hawaiians

Hispanic Heritage Month

In the United States, Hispanic Heritage Month is observed September 15–October 15. Explore GCORR’s studies, stories, and resources.

GCORR Board Gathers in Geneva for Learning, Discernment, and a Vision Toward the Future

ANNOUNCEMENT

Throughout the gathering, board members engaged in both reports and the business of the Board, as well as deeper conversation and dialogue about the agency’s ministry, its relationships across the Church and ecumenical community, and its continuing call to help The United Methodist Church become more equitable, interculturally competent, and inclusive.

SUMMER / FALL 2026

Summer & Fall 2026 Ministry Planning Guide

Resources for Worship, Study, and Congregational Leadership

Intersectional Resilience: Navigating Multiple Marginalizations

FEATURED ARTICLE

This resource offers gentle guidance for navigating the layered pressures that can arise when multiple marginalizations intersect with the call to serve.

FEATURED COURSES

This foundational course is designed to equip participants with the knowledge, awareness, and tools to recognize, interrupt, and respond to microaggressions in faithful and healing ways.

This course led by Rev. Enger Muteteke, Senior Director of Programs and Education, explores how to recognize the gift of cultural differences in ministry settings and how colorblindness is not a benign framework.

Our Sacred Journey

a project that is dedicated to celebrating the rich diversity of the United Methodist Church community by sharing stories that reflect our cultural identities, faith journeys, and shared humanity