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Mission Volunteers

Mission Volunteers are short to long-term self-funded individuals or couples serving in a variety of roles at partner sites worldwide.

Global Mission Fellows (GMF)

Global Mission Fellows is a two-year program of The United Methodist Church for young adults serving in cross-cultural contexts in the U.S. and around the world.

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Global Ministries’ mission theology statement guides our participation in God’s mission to restore all creation. We learn and witness to what God is doing in every land, seeking to make disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world.

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Global Mission Fellows (GMF) International Track

Global Mission Fellows – International track is a two-year program of The United Methodist Church for young adults serving in various roles and placements around the world.

Global Mission Fellows (GMF) US-2 Track

Global Mission Fellows – US-2 track is a two-year program of The United Methodist Church for young adults serving in the United States.

Global Missionaries

Global Missionaries are long-term United Methodist missionaries serving in nearly 60 countries. Their ministry focuses on mutuality and partnership.

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Explore the latest news and stories about the United Methodist mission and its impact in local communities worldwide.

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Covane, Ivone Artur

Ivone Artur Covane is a Global Mission Fellow, who will be commissioned on Ju…

Kolleh, Lauren Emily Agers

Lauren Emily Agers Kolleh is a Global Mission Fellow, who will be commissione…

Kakese, Louis Lwango

Louis Lwango Kakese is a Global Mission Fellow, who will be commissioned on J…

Marzan, Norway Richard James

Norway Richard James Marzan is a Global Mission Fellow, who will be commissio…

Mugambi, Sharon

Sharon Mugambi is a Global Mission Fellow, who will be commissioned on July 2…

Matthew, Victoria "Vicky"

Victoria “Vicky” Matthew is a Global Mission Fellow, who will be commissioned…

Kithinji, Nickson Mugambi

Nickson Mugambi Kithinji is a Global Mission Fellow, who will be commissioned…

Senou, Gilles Crépin Mahugnon

Gilles Crépin Mahugnon Senou is a Global Mission Fellow from Benin, who will …

Kyungu, Gracia Mwamba

Gracia Mwamba Kyungu is a Global Mission Fellow, who will be commissioned on …

News & Stories

10/01/2025

Application opens for Global Mission Fellows program

The application has launched for the 2026-28 cohort of young adults who will serve in social justice ministries internationally through

09/24/2020

Five questions for Roland Fernandes

Roland Fernandes takes time to answer five questions about his new role as general secretary of Global Ministries and UMCOR.

01/23/2024

Moving forward in mission with East Africa

Dreams become reality as a mission consultation is held in Nairobi, Kenya.

11/19/2020

Application opens for Global Mission Fellows, international track

The application for the 2021-23 cohort of young adults serving in social justice ministries internationally opens Monday, Nov. 23.

11/01/2022

Application opens for Global Mission Fellows program, international track

The application for the 2023-25 cohort of young adults serving in social justice ministries internationally launches Nov. 1.

01/09/2024

Global Mission Fellows to be commissioned in Kenya

On January 14, Global Ministries will commission 39 young adult missionaries for service around the world.

08/05/2019

A new cohort of Global Mission Fellows trained and commissioned to serve

From a lab scientist in Liberia to a youth minister in Russia, we celebrate the 50 International Track GMFs who

05/30/2019

Missionaries represent many facets of God’s mission today

Kristi Painter, a Global Mission Fellow, US-2 track, from Georgia, describes her work with Arch Street UMC in Philadelphia and

05/11/2023

New class of Global Mission Fellows commissioned in Mozambique

Eighteen Global Mission Fellows (GMF) were sent forth by The United Methodist Church for two years of mission service.

Resources

Video

Watch former and current Global Mission Fellows (GMFs) share why they answered God's call to serve! Share this resource with your faith community to encourage young adults to discern a call to serve as a GMF!

Discerning a Global Mission Fellow Call to Serve

Global Mission Fellows

Information on becoming a Global Mission Fellow (GMF) including requirements, benefits, service opportunities, next steps, and important dates.

Global Mission Fellows: What You Should Know

Global Mission Fellows

Video

Promotional video that answers common questions for those applying to become a Global Mission Fellow (GMF).

Global Mission Fellows: What Questions Will Define Your Future?

Global Mission Fellows

Word Document

Global Mission Fellows – International Track Placement Site Application

Global Mission Fellows, Missionary

Global Mission Fellows – International Track Application Checklist

Global Mission Fellows

Global Mission Fellows – International Track Placement Site Guidelines

Global Mission Fellows, Guide

This downloadable PDF shows the timeline for 2024-25 International track GMFs.

Global Mission Fellows: What to Expect on the International Track

Global Mission Fellows