Stories
August 22, 2024
WCC hosts General Secretary Roland Fernandes
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The World Council of Churches (WCC) hosted Fernandes in Switzerland for a collaborative visit and dialogue from August 18-20.
August 21, 2024
Scripture, swimming and s’mores the world over
It’s the season of summer church camps for many in the Northern Hemisphere. Missionary Jennifer Moore describes the fun in North Macedonia.
August 20, 2024
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.
August 16, 2024
UMC health facilities prepared and responding to mpox cases
The World Health Organization alert on mpox issued Aug. 14 was no surprise to UMC health facilities in East Congo. Their mpox patients have been increasing for months.
August 13, 2024
The danger of mines and live ordnance in Ukraine
As the war in Ukraine continues, UMCOR works with the Mines Advisory Group to save lives at risk of injury and death from unexploded ordnance.
July 16, 2024
Taking church to the streets
Missionary Eliad Dias dos Santos believes the church must extend its presence into the streets to develop ministry that truly serves the people who live there.
July 15, 2024
A little faith and a little (mustard) seed money
An UMCOR Mustard Seed Migration Grant encourages a church to stretch further into mission with local immigrant communities. Here’s how three churches used their grants.
June 20, 2024
10 Global Mission Fellows reflect on 2 years of service
Photos capture high points for GMFs completing service.
June 10, 2024
UMCOR renews relief efforts in Gaza
Working with several partners on the ground in Gaza, Global Ministries, through UMCOR, releases new grants to meet basic human needs among Gazan Palestinians.
June 7, 2024
Providing a church “home” in Africa inspires Cascade UMC in the U.S.
Cascade United Methodist Church in Atlanta exceeds its Lenten offering goal to help the UMC in the Central African Republic build its first church.
May 20, 2024
Gratitude and good spirit accompany Eurasia area departure
A mission initiative that increased in size and outreach to become a full episcopal area takes a next step to becoming an autonomous Methodist Church.
May 13, 2024
Mission and more: major milestones at General Conference
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.