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Securing the future of education: A Wesleyan call to action

Cuts to public funding for education, dismantling of equity initiatives and political attacks on diversity and inclusion are making it harder for students to access higher education and straining United Methodist-related institutions – especially historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) and seminaries.
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Churches navigate financial support for solar projects  

U.S. churches nationwide are using Direct Pay funding for solar conversion, but the program is about to drastically change.

Travel ban to affect United Methodist mission and ministry

A June 5 opinion piece in United Methodist Insight titled “New U.S. Travel Ban Will Harm the United Methodist Church” raises concerns about the potential impact of the travel ban on the worldwide church.

UMCOR awards $2 million to support migrants as policies shift

Through two key partnerships with the Immigration Law and Justice Network and Church World Service, UMCOR addresses urgent humanitarian needs.
Roland Fernandes addresses graduates during the Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary commencement on May 9.

Garrett Seminary confers honorary degree on Roland Fernandes  

Roland Fernandes received an honorary Doctor of Humane Letters degree for his impact and leadership in global mission, education and humanitarian service in The United Methodist Church.

Partner with Native American Ministries this Sunday

Native American Ministries Sunday, May 4, encourages congregations to celebrate and strengthen the mission outreach of Native American congregations.

Boards affirm expanding and extending the love of God

Presentations from partners energize Global Ministries and Higher Education and Ministry board members, inspiring questions on how the church might be uniquely positioned to meet this moment of increased suffering around the world.

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.

Global Ministries condemns new immigration policies in U.S.

General Secretary Roland Fernandes writes current border security policies disregard the fundamental dignity and rights of migrants.

UMCOR offers hope on the long road to Helene recovery

Clean-up and assessment after Hurricane Helene enters new phases of disaster recovery. Three conferences receive grants to prepare for long-term programs.

Applications open for 2025 Mustard Seed Migration Grant program 

United Methodist churches in the U.S. can help immigrants, migrants and refugees in their local communities through UMCOR-funded community-based service projects.

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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
media@umcmission.org
800-862-4246

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