European/Eurasian News & Stories
July 27, 2022
Missionaries commissioned for service in five continents
Fifty-four missionaries were commissioned for service in nine different worship events taking place around the world from April to July. Some begin service in new placements while others continue with work they began during the pandemic.
June 14, 2022
Help and hope on the journey from Ukraine
UMCOR supports United Methodists in Slovakia, Romania, Poland, Hungary, Czechia and Estonia as they welcome refugees from Ukraine into their homes and houses of worship.
May 20, 2022
UMCOR works with partners to relieve distress inside Ukraine
In addition to supporting refugees from Ukraine seeking safety in neighboring countries, the generosity of thousands of United Methodists has made it possible for UMCOR to support relief work inside Ukraine, working alongside European United Methodists, Ukrainian Methodists, ecumenical relief operations and interfaith humanitarian missions.
May 19, 2022
Global Ministries directors approve nearly $10 million in grants for mission and scholarships
In addition to the approved grants, directors allocate $9 million more from unrestricted funds for four areas of work in 2022-2023 and ratify an additional $3.8 million in previously released emergency grants.
April 21, 2022
UMCOR collaborating to relieve the suffering of Ukrainians
Nearly $1 million of essential medical supplies and equipment sent to Ukraine thanks to a joint effort by UMCOR, the Arlene Campbell Humanitarian Foundation and Ohio Health.
April 6, 2022
United Methodists pass plate for Ukraine
United Methodists are finding various ways to raise funds for UMCOR in support of those displaced by the Russian invasion of Ukraine.
April 4, 2022
UMCOR donors are helping refugees from Ukraine displaced by war
Funds are providing food, water, medicine, shelter and transportation to Ukrainians and other refugees.
March 16, 2022
UMCOR’s response to the crisis in Ukraine
An eight-question guide to the history of Methodism in Ukraine, how UMCOR is responding and the best ways for you to help now.
March 4, 2022
A church under siege
United Methodist congregations in Ukraine respond to the immediate needs of people in their local areas and help displaced people trying to reach safety. United Methodists of the Central and Southern European Central Conference welcome and provide for refugees entering Poland, Slovakia, Romania and Hungary.
March 1, 2022
How to assist the Ukrainian people
Make a gift in support of UMCOR’s international disaster response.
February 24, 2022
Appeal for peace in Russia-Ukraine conflict
Global Ministries joins many Christian organizations worldwide in deploring the Russian invasion of Ukraine on February 24 and ardently prays for diplomacy and peace.
October 27, 2020
United Methodists in the US and Russia find peace
Volunteer teams from the Baltimore-Washington Conference have worked alongside the Eurasia UMC for more than a dozen years, building a long-term relationship and embodying mutuality in mission.