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Church Engagement

Explore our partnerships with new and existing churches and congregations, including training and scholarships for new church leaders and supporting racial and ethnic faith groups across the United States.

A new church home for Central Africans

With faith, hope, prayer and dedicated partners, the UMC in the Central African Republic has built a new temple, and that’s just the beginning.
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Partner with Native American Ministries this Sunday

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

Nationals in Mission deepen global mission impact

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

Roland Fernandes: “We have been called by God for a time such as this”

Roland Fernandes reflects on cooperative work with the World Council of Churches (WCC), and why ecumenism is so necessary in today’s world. 

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.

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.

Youth 2023 event makes lasting impact

Young adults who attended Youth 2023 in Florida with support from Native American Ministries Sunday offerings reflect on the life lessons and impact the event had for them.

Moving forward in mission with East Africa

Dreams become reality as a mission consultation is held in Nairobi, Kenya.

Native American identity and experience focus of Atlanta airport exhibit

The works of 26 contemporary Native American artists will be on view at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport starting November 2023.

Ordination energizes mission initiative in CAR

Dr. Aquilas Soronaka’s ordination brings renewed hope and energy for a mission initiative focused on congregational development and leadership.

Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month: A multicultural vision

Hear from Lydia Muñoz, executive director of the National Plan for Hispanic/Latino Ministry, on how the UMC is living into unity amid diversity.

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