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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.

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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.

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Benson Dubberly, Ellyn

Ellyn Benson Dubberly is a Global Missionary with the General Board of Global Ministries of The Unit…

McCurley, Jonathan

Jonathan Daniel McCurley is a Global Missionary with the General Board of Global Ministries of The U…

Manyeza, Tendai

A missionary serving through the Global Health program with the General Board of Global Ministries o…

Environmental Sustainability

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

Askew, Shanquel Lashae

Shanquel Askew is a US-2 Global Mission Fellow with the United Methodist General Board of Global Min…

Koech, Alice

Alice Koech is a missionary with the United Methodist General Board of Global Ministries. She …

Davis, Judith

Rev. Judith “Judy” B. Davis is a Global Missionary with the United Methodist General Board of …

Capule, Salomao Augusto

Salomao Augusto Capule is a Global Missionary with the United Methodist General Board of Globa…

Ansah, Rachel Brenda

Rachel Brenda Ansah is an international Global Mission Fellow w…

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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
Former UMC Missionary Andrew Lee with participants in a children's ministry in Cambodia.

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

A Mission Journey (Participant’s Guide)

This handbook encourages short-term mission volunteers to reflect on the reasons why they engage in mission. It helps volunteers shape the stories of their mission experiences in a way that enhances their personal and spiritual journeys.

UMCOR Overview Brochure

Download a printable PDF copy of the UMCOR overview brochure for use in your church, annual conference or small group.

UMCOR Sager Brown: Know Before You Go

Information on how to plan a short-term mission trip to volunteer at UMCOR Sager Brown Depot.

Become an energy-conscious congregation

Explore the EnergyStar for Congregations Action Workbook for tools and resources that support your local church in wise energy stewardship.

UMCOR Menstrual Hygiene Kit Instructions

Instructions on how to purchase materials, assemble and ship an UMCOR Menstrual Hygiene Kit.

UMCOR Hygiene Kit Instructions

Instructions on how to purchase materials, assemble and ship an UMCOR Hygiene Kit.

UMCOR Cleaning Kit Instructions

Instructions on how to purchase materials, assemble and ship an UMCOR Cleaning Kit.

Racial-Ethnic Local Church Grant Application

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

Pacific Islander Plan Grant Application

Grant application for Pacific Islander churches and ministries in the U.S. for congregational growth, leadership development, and language resources.

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