All News & Stories
February 4, 2025
Sent forth to serve
Twenty-three missionaries are now commissioned for service, sent forth to embody the love of God in 15 countries on behalf of The United Methodist Church.
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 17, 2025
Roland Fernandes: “We have been called by God for a time such as this
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Roland Fernandes reflects on cooperative work with the World Council of Churches (WCC), and why ecumenism is so necessary in today’s world.
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.
January 9, 2025
Applications open for 2025 Mustard Seed Migration Grant program
United Methodist churches in the U.S. can help immigrants, migrants and refugees in their local communities through UMCOR-funded community-based service projects.
December 20, 2024
Preaching Peace and Justice
The divine call to “love for our neighbor but to demonstrate it through concrete actions,” as missionary Pedro Zavala explains, is a universal call for people of all nations.
December 18, 2024
Retiring missionaries give thanks for service
Six missionaries honored by fellow missionaries and staff as they retire at the end of 2024.
December 18, 2024
At the pantry door, every person has a story
What do Human Relations Day offerings support? Southfield-Hope UMC offers a Closet of Hope Food Pantry to its community that goes beyond charity.