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World Week for Peace in Palestine and Israel opens a new window
World Council of Churches (WCC) invites people and churches all over the world to pray, advocate and stand in solidarity with people in the Holy Land, September 16-22, 2024.
Humanitarian leader Jim Cox returns to UMCOR as executive director
Cox, who will join UMCOR on Oct. 7, 2024, brings experience in disaster response and health programming as well as a strong knowledge of The United Methodist Church.
Medical missionaries improve care at Old Mutare Hospital
With new facilities completed, Dr. Emmanuel and Florence Mefor are helping to tackle funding to feed patients and make additional improvements.
Resolution and letter on Israel and Palestine opens a new window
Global Ministries joins the World Methodist Council in calling for a permanent ceasefire in Gaza, supporting humanitarian aid and working to bring about a just peace in Israel and Palestine.
Church brings vital aid to flood victims in Tanzania opens a new window
In the wake of severe floods in the Masai and Morogoro districts, UMCOR's $50,000 grant has provided vital food and supplies to hundreds of families. Rev. Idda John Ngowi praised the aid for boosting community morale.
WCC hosts General Secretary Roland Fernandes opens a new window
The World Council of Churches (WCC) hosted Fernandes in Switzerland for a collaborative visit and dialogue from August 18-20.
Scripture, swimming and s’mores the world over
It’s the season of summer church camps for many in the Northern Hemisphere. Missionary Jennifer Moore describes the fun in North Macedonia.
How UMCOR responds to disaster…and how you can help
From initial relief to long-term recovery, learn how UMCOR connects survivors to the help they need to rebuild their lives.
UMC health facilities prepared and responding to mpox cases
The World Health Organization alert on mpox issued Aug. 14 was no surprise to UMC health facilities in East Congo. Their mpox patients have been increasing for months.
The danger of mines and live ordnance in Ukraine
As the war in Ukraine continues, UMCOR works with the Mines Advisory Group to save lives at risk of injury and death from unexploded ordnance.