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March 2, 2023
UMCOR Sager Brown Depot to welcome volunteers again
UMCOR Sager Brown Depot reopens after pandemic closure to host previously scheduled volunteer teams starting in March 2023.

February 22, 2023
Loosening the bonds of injustice in Hancock County, Tennessee
An Ash Wednesday reflection from missionary Lisa Nichols, a Church and Community Worker and executive director of the Jubilee Project in Hancock County, Tennessee.

February 21, 2023
New facilities with enhanced care at Old Mutare Hospital in Zimbabwe
A partnership between Global Ministries’ Global Health program and the Zimbabwe UMC Health Board revitalizes United Methodist hospitals within the episcopal area. Old Mutare, a mission hospital founded by Methodist missionaries, is using new facilities, staff and equipment to continue its legacy of medical care in rural Zimbabwe.

February 16, 2023
Join us in prayer for Ukraine on Friday, Feb. 24
Roland Fernandes, general secretary, offers a prayer for peace, strength and guidance as Ukraine marks one year of war and resistance.

February 14, 2023
The Rev. Deanna Stickley-Miner brings collaborative style to Global Ministries
The Rev. Deanna (Dee) Stickley-Miner has joined the staff of Global Ministries as executive director for Mission Engagement.

February 13, 2023
Lifetime of experience offered by Mission Volunteers
Jerry Feese and Robilea Swindell, a couple from the Great Plains Conference, have made volunteering a cornerstone in their lives. As Global Ministries Mission Volunteers, they have broadened their opportunities to serve in different places and capacities.

February 9, 2023
UMCOR response to earthquakes in Turkey and Syria
UMCOR provides an initial grant for emergency relief in Turkey and Syria after devastating earthquake.

February 7, 2023
Raising nutritional levels in Sierra Leone through proactive training
Global Mission Fellow Trobby Kandala, from Zambia, describes his role as an environmental advocate in Sierra Leone.

January 31, 2023
Firsts for the UMC of Serbia, North Macedonia and Albania
As we gathered as one body, inspired by Ephesians 4:4, we shared our triumphs and struggles, our hopes and disappointments, our joys and our frustrations.

January 26, 2023
UMCOR supports three annual conferences with early relief grants
“We pray for generosity and provision,” said North Georgia Bishop Robin Dease, “asking individuals, churches and organizations to contribute to UMCOR.”