News & Stories

April 13, 2025
Embracing the need for God
A reflection for Palm Sunday on the blessing of need when embraced as a path to God

April 10, 2025
A moral imperative to stand on the side of the gospel
Report of General Secretary Roland Fernandes to the Board of Directors of Global Ministries and Higher Education and Ministry

April 4, 2025
World Health Day – focusing on the smallest of all
The theme for World Health Day this year is “healthy beginnings, hopeful futures.” Global Ministries supports whole health systems, giving newborns a good start.

March 26, 2025
Global Ministries and Korean UMC celebrate missionary support milestone
The Korean United Methodist Church has achieved its goal to provide covenant relationship support for the work of 140 Global Missionaries over a three-year period.

March 24, 2025
Haley Reardon to lead fundraising efforts for Global Ministries and Higher Education and Ministry
Haley M. Reardon joined the General Board of Global Ministries and the General Board of Higher Education and Ministry as chief development officer on March 24, 2025.
Recent Stories and News

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 20, 2025
Easing the water crisis in West Virginia
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.

March 18, 2025
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.

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.
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