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General secretary outlines faith-based response to humanitarian crises unfolding amid shifting geopolitical contexts

Addressing the boards of Global Ministries and Higher Education and Ministry in a joint online meeting, General Secretary Roland Fernandes outlined the agencies’ progress on faith-based responses to suffering caused by ongoing global instability and humanitarian crises, and he announced This Moment Matters, a campaign to address global needs in key areas of focus.
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Join us in prayer for Ukraine on Friday, Feb. 24

Roland Fernandes, general secretary, offers a prayer for peace, strength and guidance as Ukraine marks one year of war and resistance.

The Rev. Deanna Stickley-Miner brings collaborative style to Global Ministries

The Rev. Deanna (Dee) Stickley-Miner has joined the staff of Global Ministries as executive director for Mission Engagement.

Lifetime of experience offered by Mission Volunteers

Jerry Feese and Robilea Swindell, a couple from the Great Plains Conference, have made volunteering a cornerstone in their lives. As Global Ministries Mission Volunteers, they have broadened their opportunities to serve in different places and capacities.

Raising nutritional levels in Sierra Leone through proactive training

Global Mission Fellow Trobby Kandala, from Zambia, describes his role as an environmental advocate in Sierra Leone.

Firsts for the UMC of Serbia, North Macedonia and Albania

As we gathered as one body, inspired by Ephesians 4:4, we shared our triumphs and struggles, our hopes and disappointments, our joys and our frustrations.

Providing a safe community space in South Los Angeles

Saint Mark United Methodist Church in Los Angeles received a Community Developers Program programmatic grant, made possible through Human Relations Day offerings, to build a new computer lab, one more goal in its long-term community development plan.

A Christmas Reflection from Roland Fernandes, General Secretary  

Christmas celebrates, and mission shares – through the birth of Jesus Christ - the presence of God’s constant love in a world of uncertainties.

Human Relations Day to be celebrated on Sunday, Jan. 15, 2023

Special Sunday Offering of the UMC benefits neighborhood ministries, community advocacy programs.

Agriculture Initiative in Mozambique

Where once the land was wild and idol, 75 acres of land owned by the Mozambique United Methodist Church have been put into production and now yield fruits in their harvest seasons.

Inclusive and compassionate mission in Mongolia

The small but strong United Methodist Church in Mongolia is a place of belonging for many, but especially minority groups. It ordained its first two local elders in mission – both women - and program development is aimed at children, youth and older adults in need of resources and care.

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