Encounter with Christ supplies grants for ministry
Through the Encounter with Christ permanent fund, Global Ministries awards grants to 11 partners in support of mission within marginalized communities of Latin America and the Caribbean.
World Week for Peace in Palestine and Israel
World Council of Churches (WCC) invites people and churches all over the world to pray, advocate and stand in solidarity with people in the Holy Land, September 16-22, 2024.
Humanitarian leader Jim Cox returns to UMCOR as executive director
Cox, who rejoins UMCOR on Oct. 7, 2024, brings experience in disaster response and health programming as well as a strong knowledge of The United Methodist Church.
Church brings vital aid to flood victims in Tanzania
In the wake of severe floods in the Masai and Morogoro districts, UMCOR’s $50,000 grant has provided vital food and supplies to hundreds of families. Rev. Idda John Ngowi praised the aid for boosting community morale.
How UMCOR responds to disaster…and how you can help
From initial relief to long-term recovery, learn how UMCOR connects survivors to the help they need to rebuild their lives.
Greenhouses enrich lives at church mission
With support from the Yambasu Agriculture Initiative, two greenhouses at Zimbabwe’s Hanwa Mission are helping to fight climate change and grow education at the mission’s schools.
Fernandes begins tenure as general secretary of two agencies as he assumes GBHEM’s chief executive role
Following Greg Bergquist’s retirement, Fernandes continues work of creating greater missional alignment between the two UMC agencies.
UMCOR receives top rating from CharityWatch
Spring report awards United Methodist Committee on Relief highest A+ rating
Mission and more: major milestones at General Conference Â
Delegates approve all legislation submitted by Global Ministries as well as other legislation that will bring large shifts in denominational structure, budget, inclusivity and diversity.
Korean UMC churches announce deeper support for missionary service
More than 140 Global Ministries missionaries will receive monthly financial support for their ministries around the world with the help of Korean churches in the U.S.