Humanitarian Relief & Recovery News & Stories

June 20, 2025
Called by God to welcome refugees and migrants
World Refugee Day reminds us of our personal, scriptural and theological roots to affirm and welcome refugees seeking safety today.

June 6, 2025
Travel ban to affect United Methodist mission and ministry
A June 5 opinion piece in United Methodist Insight titled “New U.S. Travel Ban Will Harm the United Methodist Church” raises concerns about the potential impact of…

May 21, 2025
Health, safety and food – UMCOR grants in Haiti
As violence surges and health and safety nets deteriorate across Haiti, UMCOR grants concentrate on those most at risk.

April 23, 2025
UMCOR awards new grants for displaced communities in Ukraine
As U.S. government support for Ukraine decreases, directors of UMCOR and Global Ministries approve grants that help fill some gaps and ease uncertainty.

March 21, 2025
In 3 years, UMC shelters welcome thousands of displaced Ukrainians
"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."

March 4, 2025
UMC signs Ecumenical Declaration: Defending Refuge
Faith communities unite in historic declaration to defend refugees at critical crossroads for U.S. policy.

February 27, 2025
Clinic in Honduras extends loving care to migrants
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.

February 18, 2025
Meeting Christ at the table
An UMCOR Mustard Seed Migration Grant helps Legacy UMC in North Dakota use cooking as way to create welcome, fellowship and community for Ukrainian immigrants.

January 31, 2025
Global Ministries condemns new immigration policies in U.S.
General Secretary Roland Fernandes writes that current border security policies disregard the fundamental dignity and rights of migrants.

January 30, 2025
Supporting migrant workers in Hong Kong
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Missionary Joy Prim works with migrant domestic workers in Hong Kong to provide them with shelter, legal aid and emotional support.

January 23, 2025
Global Ministries welcomes ceasefire, commits to continued support of Gaza
General Secretary Roland Fernandes offers a statement on the ceasefire agreement and the mission agency’s commitment to continue working for a just and sustainable peace.

January 15, 2025
UMCOR offers hope on the long road to Helene recovery
Clean-up and assessment after Hurricane Helene enters new phases of disaster recovery. Three conferences receive grants to prepare for long-term programs.