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Children and youth from Terra Nova village in Quéssua, Angola, join in an effort to combat malaria by filling in low-lying areas that collect water where mosquitoes can breed. The campaign was led by Ben Jacob, a professor from the University of South Florida, who served with a Volunteers in Mission team from the Florida Conference of The United Methodist Church.

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Global Ministries signs joint statement calling for end to latest military offensive in Gaza

Statement signed by 21 faith-based organizations calling on Israel to halt Gaza offensive.

Strengthening mission relationships with Philippine partners

Philippines Central Conference partners and staff from Global Ministries and GBHEM participated in a roundtable discussion on strategic mission goals in August.

Pilgrims feel the pain of division on the Korean Peninsula

Young adults learn the ways of peacemaking from those who grieve deeply and practice long-term advocacy and hope for reunification in Korea.

Journey to Bangui – An experience like no other

Rev. Dr. Kevin Murriel gives thanks for a recent trip to Bangui, CAR, to witness the dedication of the first United Methodist Church facility in the country.

Churches navigate financial support for solar projects  

U.S. churches nationwide are using Direct Pay funding for solar conversion, but the program is about to drastically change.

The impact of breastfeeding in Sierra Leone

As Global Ministries celebrates World Breastfeeding Week in partnership with UMC health boards, hear from Catherine Norman, health board coordinator in the Sierra Leone Conference.

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Young adults called to community in an uncertain world

Forty-two Global Mission Fellows are commissioned in Ghana for two years of service in social justice ministries.

UMCOR and humanitarian partners feed thousands in Gaza

Despite tremendous obstacles, UMCOR and other faith-based humanitarian organizations continue to provide relief in Gaza.

Methodist leaders convene to strengthen mission in Latin America and the Caribbean

Eighty-six participants, representing 40 partners across the region, assembled for a mission consultation held July 21-23 in Panama.
Leaders from The United Methodist Church and Ewha Womans University pose for a commemorative photo during the 100th anniversary celebration held at Ewha on June 30, 2025.

Celebrating 100 Years of Methodist Mission in Korea

A centennial celebration was held at Ewha Womans University to commemorate the century-long legacy of three foundations that significantly shaped Methodist mission.
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Global Ministries releases 2024 Impact Report

Explore a year of transformative mission grounded in hope.

Agriculture, health focus for Africa University-Global Ministries’ partnership

Africa University and Global Ministries partner to support vital agriculture and public health initiatives put at risk after withdrawal of international aid.

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