Asian/Pacific News & Stories
May 30, 2019
Telling the Easter story of a crucified people in Sri Lanka
In the aftermath of the Easter Sunday bombings in Sri Lanka, Jerome Sahabandu, a Global Ministries theologian from Sri Lanka, describes reactions to the attacks among Christians and other faith groups and the consequences for vulnerable Muslim refugees seeking asylum and shelter in the country.
May 30, 2019
“Thank You, God”: Christian Acquitted of Blasphemy in Pakistan Arrives in Canada
General secretary Thomas Kemper expresses gratitude for the safe passage of Asia Bibi.
May 30, 2019
Global Ministries awards study grants
One hundred six students from 31 countries will receive study grants totaling $585,817 for the 2019-20 academic year from Global Ministries.
May 30, 2019
Missionaries represent many facets of God’s mission today
The work of missionary-pastor Andrew Lee touches on many aspects of mission in his capacity as the country director for United Methodist ministries in Cambodia.
May 29, 2019
Through training in the Philippines, Africans enhance C-section skills
United Methodist-related Mary Johnston Hospital staff share expertise with doctors, nurses from Liberia, Nigeria, Sierra Leone and Zimbabwe.
April 30, 2019
May all who follow find us faithful
Missionary kids sometimes become missionaries themselves, making mission service a family journey that spans generations. Dr. Les and Debbie Dornon tell their family’s story.
April 29, 2019
Global Ministries condemns bombings in Sri Lanka
Global Ministries condemns the acts of terror carried out in Sri Lanka on Easter day. We mourn with those who lost loved ones and are praying for those who were injured.
March 28, 2019
UMCOR extends “neighborliness” to all
The United Methodist Committee on Relief has answered God’s call to be a neighbor for nearly 80 years.