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Through two key partnerships with the Immigration Law and Justice Network and Church World Service, UMCOR addresses urgent humanitarian needs.

As violence surges and health and safety nets deteriorate across Haiti, UMCOR grants concentrate on those most at risk.

Roland Fernandes received an honorary Doctor of Humane Letters degree for his impact and leadership in global mission, education and humanitarian service in The United Methodist Church.

Native American Ministries Sunday, May 4, encourages congregations to celebrate and strengthen the mission outreach of Native American congregations.

As U.S. government support for Ukraine decreases, directors of UMCOR and Global Ministries approve grants that help fill some gaps and ease uncertainty.

Report of General Secretary Roland Fernandes to the Board of Directors of Global Ministries and Higher Education and Ministry.

The theme for World Health Day this year is “healthy beginnings, hopeful futures.” Global Ministries supports whole health systems, giving newborns a good start.

"It was a chaotic time. Nobody knew what was happening! The war started, people were dying, and our main purpose was our family’s safety."

There are still places in the U.S. where communities live without clean water. On World Water Day, we give thanks for advocates who work for water justice.

More than 300 Nationals in Mission – or native, in-country local leaders – provide skilled and sustainable leadership within UMC ministries.

The United Methodist Mission in Honduras treats migrants for medical needs as they arrive in Danlí, offering love and a safer journey along the way.

Rev. Eric Kalumba, a missionary with Global Ministries, is dedicated to spreading the Gospel and establishing new United Methodist churches throughout the island of Madagascar.