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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.
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."
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.
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.
UMC signs Ecumenical Declaration: Defending Refuge
Faith communities unite in historic declaration to defend refugees at critical crossroads for U.S. policy.
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.
Missionary strives to grow church in Madagascar opens a new window
Rev. Eric Kalumba, a missionary with Global Ministries, is dedicated to spreading the Gospel and establishing new United Methodist churches throughout the island of Madagascar.
UMCOR Relief efforts continue in Gaza and other communities
The United Methodist Committee on Relief has supported relief operations in Gaza, the West Bank throughout 2024 and into the early months of 2025.
Meeting Christ at the table
An UMCOR Mustard Seed Migration Grant helps Legacy UMC in North Dakota use cooking as way to create welcome, fellowship and community for Ukrainian immigrants.
Dear President Trump: Letter from United Methodist Council of Bishops opens a new window
Global Ministries affirms the Council of Bishop’s letter to President Trump, urging reconsideration of his administration’s suspension of U.S. foreign assistance.