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Previous Initiatives

Learn about other Global Health programs that have served countless people and made a positive impact over the years.

Environmental Sustainability

Working with individuals, churches and other partners to launch environmental projects and initiatives

Global Migration

Offering care, guidance and support for refugees and migrants seeking shelter and solace

Humanitarian Relief and Recovery (UMCOR)

Global Ministries and the United Methodist Committee on Relief (UMCOR) strengthen United Methodist response to humanitarian crises around the world.

What We Do

News and Stories

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

Press Releases & Public Statements

Official statements and press releases from Global Ministries and UMCOR, including statements by General Secretary Roland Fernandes.

In Mission Together

Connecting U.S. churches with global partners to help start churches, focusing on long-term development and self-sufficiency.

Contact Us

Advances/Missionaries

Safford, Miriam K.

Miriam K. Safford is a US-2 Global Mission Fellow with the General Board of Global Ministries. Fell…

Lee, S.

S. Lee is a Global Missionary with the General Board of Global Ministries of The United Methodist Ch…

Seza, G.

G. Seza is a Global Missionary with the General Board of Global Ministries of The United Methodist C…

Sandy, Dennis Daniel Maada

Dennis Daniel Maada Sandy is a Global Missionary with the General Board of Global Ministries of The …

Goodwin, Karen Lissa

Karen Lissa Goodwin is a Global Missionary with the United Methodist General Board of Global Minist…

Decal, Gilvren Antipolo

Gilvren Antipolo Decal is a Global Missionary with the United Methodist General Board of Global Mini…

Baughman, Becca May

Becca May Baughman is a US-2 Global Mission Fellow with the United Methodist General Board of Global…

Mujinga, Jack Kitwa

Jack Kitwa Mujinga is a Global Missionary with the United Methodist General Board of Global Ministri…

Bolado, Abigayle Chesca

Abigayle Chesca Bolado is a Global Missionary with the General Board of Global Ministries of The Uni…

News & Stories

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

10/18/2021

New Advance open to support the equitable distribution of COVID-19 vaccines

“Love Beyond Borders: The Interfaith Movement to End the Pandemic” will support UNICEF’s global vaccine distribution efforts.

05/02/2023

Joint Announcement: The General Board of Global Ministries and East Africa Episcopal Area restore relationship

End of longstanding impasse over audit issues will resume Global Ministries’ mission and ministry in East Africa.

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.

07/27/2022

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.

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

02/14/2020

Remembering the Rev. Pablo Sosa: Author and advocate of Global Song

S T Kimbrough Jr., former director of Global Ministries’ Global Praise program, reflects on Sosa’s many contributions to United Methodism.

11/13/2020

Global Health initiative exceeds goal of reaching 1 million children

Abundant Health, The United Methodist Church’s global health initiative, has achieved and exceeded its 2020 goal by reaching 1,075,732 million

03/20/2020

Roland Fernandes to lead Global Ministries

A layman originally from India, Fernandes has been elected to serve as the next general secretary of Global Ministries by

Resources

Missionary Discernment Guide

Interactive guide to decide if being a missionary is right for you.

Guide, Missionary

Video

Connecting the Church in Mission: Missionaries

Overview video of the work of missionaries.

Mission Priority

Video

Connecting the Church in Mission: Humanitarian Relief and Recovery

Overview video of UMCOR's work in disaster response, migration and sustainability to strengthen communities worldwide.

Mission Priority

Video

Connecting the Church in Mission: Evangelism and Church Revitalization

Overview video of Evangelism and Church Revitalization, including church planting, leadership training, mission initiatives, and support for racial and ethnic faith communities.

Community Developers Program Application

Grant application for local racial ethnic congregations to explore becoming a Community Developers Program (CDP) site.

Community Developers Program, Grant Application, Multiethnic Ministries

Video

Abundant Health General Conference 2024 Video

Overview video on the work of the Abundant Health Initiative.

Abundant Health

Website

UMCOR Sunday Pastor and Leader Kit

Explore resources from United Methodist Communications, designed to help you celebrate the annual UMCOR Sunday offering.

UMCOR

Petition

Church World Service Ecumenical Declaration

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

Migration, Refugees, UMCOR

Book

God’s Mission, Our Journey (Leader’s Guide)

This course provides a better understanding of a holistic approach to participation in God's mission and equips lay servants for more effective missional engagement in their own communities and beyond.

Guide, Missionary