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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

Global Mission Fellows

Supporting young adult missionaries, i.e. Global Mission Fellows, of the UMC around the world.Descri…

United Methodist Global AIDS Fund

Combating HIV/AIDS globally through prevention, education, support and capacity development.Describe…

UMCOR Global Migration

Addressing the global refugee and migration crisisDescribe the Need Affecting CommunityMillions of r…

Global Ministries – Where Most Needed

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

Growing Hope Globally, formerly Foods Resource Bank

Supporting agricultural development programs around the world, helping people living in hunger to he…

Brito, Emerson A Castillo

Emerson Castillo is a Global Missionary with the General Board of Global Minist…

Laferty, Matthew

Matthew A. Laferty is a Global Missionary with the United Methodist General Board of Global Mi…

Temoi-Repando, Carolyne Chmatui

Carolyne Chematui Temoi-Rapando is a Global Missionary with the General Board of Global Ministries …

Gill, S.

S. Gill is an international Global Mission Fellow with the United Methodist General Board of Global …

News & Stories

10/05/2020

Burundi UMC celebrates milestones in reconciliation

Two years into its reconciliation process, the Burundi UMC celebrates training for pastors and a reconstructed hospital.

05/19/2022

Global Ministries directors approve nearly $10 million in grants for mission and scholarships

In addition to the approved grants, directors allocate $9 million more from unrestricted funds for four areas of work in

04/30/2019

Global Ministries’ Directors Call for Unity in God’s Mission

Growing out of table talks from their April 11-12 spring meeting, Global Ministries’ 32 board of directors unanimously issue an

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

05/18/2021

Declaration on global vaccine equity

Global Ministries staff participated in the development of the declaration on vaccine equity and the agency supports its call for

01/23/2024

Moving forward in mission with East Africa

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

02/14/2023

The Rev. Deanna Stickley-Miner brings collaborative style to Global Ministries

The Rev. Deanna (Dee) Stickley-Miner has joined the staff of Global Ministries as executive director for Mission Engagement.

08/31/2022

Global Ministries to commission EarthKeepers for environmental stewardship

29 new Global Ministries EarthKeepers will launch creation care projects.

10/12/2020

Application opens for Global Mission Fellows, US-2 track

The application for the 2021-23 cohort of young adults serving in social justice ministries in the United States opened Monday,

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