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Latin America/Caribbean

Facing ongoing global instability, the boards of Global Ministries and Higher Education and Ministry invest in strengthening mission and ministry, prepare for organizational change, and affirm a vision of hope.

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Applications open for the 2027-2029 class of young adult Global Mission Fellows ready to put faith into action through mission service around the world.
The 2026 Young Adult Pilgrimage of Peace journeyed to Colombia to witness the determination of active peacemakers even as uncertainties continue to unfold.
Global Ministries and UMCOR affirm Bishop Saenz's call to respond to the needs of Colombians impacted by an earthquake on Aug. 10.
Through the generosity of United Methodists and a trusted network of global partners, read how the church supported life-changing ministries across Africa, Asia, the Americas, Europe and the Middle East.
In response to two major earthquakes that hit the country on June 24, UMCOR has awarded grants to its humanitarian and ecumenical partners in the region to bolster emergency assistance and aid. 
Women in Honduras gather to explore God’s purpose and calling for their lives and form a new National Board of Methodist Women.
Launched in 2025, “This Moment Matters” has awarded hundreds of bridge grants to address critical gaps in need in the areas of food security, education, health, migration, and peace.
Through the awarding of five new grants to partners in 2025, the “Encounter with Christ in Latin America and the Caribbean” (Encounter with Christ) permanent fund reached a significant milestone in its support of mission and ministry in the region.
Commemorations for World Water Day 2026 focus on the ways that safe and accessible water and sanitation can improve gender equality.

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Have questions? Send us an inquiry and we’ll get back to you promptly. Please direct all media inquiries to Susan Clark, chief communications officer for Global Ministries and UMCOR.

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Susan Clark, Chief Communications Officer
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800-862-4246