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On the 320th birthday of John Wesley, the founder of Methodism, Global Ministries and the General Board of Higher Education and Ministry share hopes for the future of the church and call for a renewed commitment to ministry around the world.

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Press Release, Statement

on June 28, 2023

A season for renewal and a joint commitment to our worldwide connection

Global Ministries

Church Engagement

Statement

on June 27, 2023

Global Ministries grieves at the death of Rev. Edgar Avitia Legarda

It is with great sadness that Global Ministries announces the sudden death, on June 27, of the Rev. Edgar Avitia Legarda, a staff member for more than two decades until his passing.

Board of Directors

Board Meeting, Statement

on May 9, 2023

Partnership in mission with mutual respect and accountability

A reflection from General Secretary Roland Fernandes on the Africa Mission Partners Consultation held in Maputo, Mozambique.

Global Ministries

Board of Directors

Board Meeting, Statement

on May 2, 2023

Joint Announcement: The General Board of Global Ministries and East Africa Episcopal Area restore relationship

End of longstanding impasse over audit issues will resume Global Ministries’ mission and ministry in East Africa.

Global Ministries

Board of Directors

Africa

Board Meeting, Statement

on April 20, 2023

A global community of love and good deeds is mission goal

Roland Fernandes, general secretary for Global Ministries and UMCOR, delivers his report to the board of directors in Maputo, Mozambique, focusing on mutual mission partnership and dialogue, ongoing program work and plans for the future.

Global Ministries

Board of Directors

Africa

Statement

on April 18, 2023

Death of Global Missionary, Innocent P. Afful

Death of Innocent P. Afful, a missionary from Ghana serving in Kinshasa, DRC, is an unexpected loss for his family, Global Ministries and the community he served.