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Multiethnic Ministries

Serve vulnerable groups and work to fight inequality through multiethnic and racial-ethnic congregations in the United States.

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Global Ministries missionaries serve in many different roles and placement types. Learn more and apply now.

Institute for Multicultural Ministries

Help church leaders understand cultural differences, build relationships and serve diverse communities, especially migrants and refugees.

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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Environmental Sustainability

Responding to the church's call for global action on the climate crisis, the Global Ministrie…

Global Ministries – Where Most Needed

Supporting mission work through Church partners wherever there is the greatest need.Describe the …

Abundant Health

Abundant Health is The United Methodist Church's global health initiative. It increases acces…

Swineford, Leah

Leah Swineford is a Global Missionary of The United Methodist Church, serving as teacher for Deaf…

Alfaro-Santiz, Hugo Alejandro

The Rev. H. Alejandro Alfaro Santiz is an Global Missionary of The United Methodist Church, servi…

Prempeh, Collins Kwasi

Collins Kwasi Prempeh is a Global Missionary of The United Methodist Church, serving as regional …

Lewis, Rev. Patrick G.

Rev. Patrick G. “Pat” Lewis is a Global Missionary of The United Methodist Church, serving as …

Kimberly Lewis

Kimberly Lynn “Kim” Lewis is a Global Missionary for The United Methodist Church, serving as C…

Carey, Floyd Thomas

Dr. Floyd Thomas “Tom” Carey Jr. is a Global Missionary of The United Methodist Church, serving a…

News & Stories

02/04/2022

Making vaccines available for all

Hear from Kathleen Griffith of Global Ministries’ Global Health program and Dr. David Boan of First UMC of Boise, Idaho,

06/20/2020

Coronavirus facts & inspiration

Bishop John Yambasu of the Sierra Leone Episcopal Area and Megan Klingler, a registered nurse who serves as the Primary

08/18/2022

Global Ministries and Korean Methodist Church mission board discuss collaborative opportunities in mission

Agencies meet in formal consultation for first time in more than 20 years.

11/05/2021

Global Ministries board of directors navigate a new age in mission

Global Ministries and UMCOR board of directors continue to shape mission ministry as they approve resources for projects, programs and

06/25/2020

Ecumenical peace message marks 70th anniversary

Read the message issued by global partners who are committed to ongoing efforts for peace and healing in Korea, including

06/03/2020

Ecumenical peace message marks 70th anniversary of Korean War

Read the message issued by global partners who are committed to ongoing efforts for peace and healing in Korea, including

10/25/2022

Growing the church in the U.S. one church plant at a time

Within 20 years, missionary pastor Juarez Goncalves has coordinated the planting of seven United Methodist churches in the United States,

02/03/2022

A call to plant churches far and wide

The Rev. Juarez Goncalves, a missionary from Brazil, and his wife, the Rev. Clauri Goncalves, have coordinated the planting of

06/03/2019

Ensuring universal rights and welcome for global migrants

This overview of UMCOR’s global migration work includes places of welcome, food for body and spirit, education, legal help and

Resources

Petition

Our partner Church World Service is calling people of faith to proudly stand with refugees and immigrants. Join the movement. Sign the declaration below.

Church World Service Ecumenical Declaration

Migration, Refugees, UMCOR

Grant application for majority racial-ethnic United Methodist congregations to support leadership, church growth, ministry with the poor, and health programs.

Racial-Ethnic Local Church Grant Application

Grant Application, Racial Ethnic Ministry Plans

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

Video

1-min overview video on the work of Global Ministries.

Global Ministries Overview Video

Global Ministries

Road map to connect the church in mission and alleviate human suffering.

Global Ministries and UMCOR Strategic Plan (2025 -2026)

Global Ministries

Form to request working with a Church and Community Worker (CCW), missionaries who serve within disenfranchised communities in the United States.

Church and Community Worker Request Form

Church and Community Workers, Request Form, U.S. Missionaries

Word Document

Global Mission Fellows – International Track Placement Site Application

Global Mission Fellows, Missionary

Global Mission Fellows – International Track Application Checklist

Global Mission Fellows