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Join UMCOR in support for Hawaii
Learn about UMCOR’s response, ways to give and resources to share.
Faith leaders join call for peace treaty to end Korean War opens a new window
As a co-convener of Korea Peace Action in Washington, D.C., Global Ministries calls for peace on the 70th anniversary of the Armistice Agreement.
Ida victims not forgotten in Pennsylvania opens a new window
UMCOR support of Project Restoration, a ministry of the Eastern Pennsylvania Conference, has led to the repair of 20 homes with at least 40 more to come.
Global Ministries staffer mourned near and far opens a new window
As reported by United Methodist News, the Rev. Edgar Avitia Legarda traveled across Latin America and beyond for Global Ministries, encouraging mission and tending relationships with various Methodist groups.
A season for renewal and a joint commitment to our worldwide connection
On the 320th birthday of John Wesley, the founder of Methodism, Global Ministries and the General Board of Higher Education and Ministry share hopes for the future of the church and call for a renewed commitment to ministry around the world.
Global Ministries grieves at the death of Rev. Edgar Avitia Legarda
It is with great sadness that Global Ministries announces the sudden death, on June 27, of the Rev. Edgar Avitia Legarda, a staff member for more than two decades until his passing.
Partnership in mission with mutual respect and accountability
A reflection from General Secretary Roland Fernandes on the Africa Mission Partners Consultation held in Maputo, Mozambique.
Joint Announcement: The General Board of Global Ministries and East Africa Episcopal Area restore relationship
End of long-standing impasse over audit issues will resume Global Ministries’ mission and ministry in East Africa.
A global community of love and good deeds is mission goal
Roland Fernandes, general secretary for Global Ministries and UMCOR, delivers his report to the board of directors in Maputo, Mozambique, focusing on mutual mission partnership and dialogue, ongoing program work and plans for the future.
Death of Global Missionary, Innocent P. Afful
Death of Innocent P. Afful, a missionary from Ghana serving in Kinshasa, DRC, is an unexpected loss for his family, Global Ministries and the community he served.
Global Ministries to hold series of meetings in Maputo, Mozambique, focusing on mission
April meetings will involve mission partners, board of directors and regional missionaries.
UMCOR Mustard Seed Migration Grants program accepting applications for 2023
Mustard Seed Migration Grants continue 80-Year tradition of welcoming the stranger.