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Environmental Sustainability

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

Press Releases & Public Statements

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

This Moment Matters

The People's Garden

EarthKeepers

Global Ministries EarthKeepers is a training program that guides U.S.-based United Methodists to develop and lead environmental sustainability projects in their communities.

In Mission Together

Connecting U.S. churches with global partners to help start churches, focusing on long-term development and self-sufficiency.
Global Ministries missionary the Rev. Fuxia Wang (second from right), baptizes a Chinese student at the University of Oklahoma.

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 Mission Fellows (GMF)

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

United Methodist Global AIDS Fund

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

UMCOR Global Migration

Addressing the global refugee and migration crisisDescribe the Need Affecting CommunityMillions o…

Global Ministries – Where Most Needed (GM-WMN)

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

Growing Hope Globally, formerly Foods Resource Bank

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

Manyeza, Dr. Tendai

A Global Missionary serving through the Global Health program with the General Board of Global…

Ngale, Samuel

Dr. Samuel Joina Ngale is a Global Missionary with the General Board of Global Ministries of T…

Brito, Emerson A Castillo

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

Laferty, Rev. Matthew

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

Global mission grants rehabilitate health facilities worldwide

Since 2017, more than $8 million has been given and 46 facilities have been renovated, increasing the standard of care

Building capacity for an international response to coronavirus

The Global Health and UMCOR response to the coronavirus pandemic continues: an ongoing, flexible plan is being developed for United

Global Ministries to commission EarthKeepers for environmental stewardship

Seventeen new Global Ministries EarthKeepers will launch creation care projects in their local communities.

Global Ministries support helps South Asia partners prevent and treat COVID-19

When COVID-19 cases skyrocketed in South Asia, support made it possible for partners to mobilize, prevent and treat the virus

A global community of love and good deeds is mission goal

Roland Fernandes, general secretary for Global Ministries and UMCOR, delivers his report to the board of directors in Maputo, Mozambique,

Focus on global migration: “What could be our ship?”

In his report to the board, general secretary Thomas Kemper named hopeful examples of mission the United Methodist people collectively

Global Ministries to Celebrate 200 Years of Mission

Global Ministries to Celebrate 200 Years of Mission with Gathering Reflecting on Past and Focusing on Future of Methodist Mission

Agriculture, health focus for Africa University-Global Ministries’ partnership

Africa University and Global Ministries partner to support vital agriculture and public health initiatives put at risk after withdrawal of

New and returning directors prepare for service

Global Ministries and Higher Education and Ministry boards meet in Nashville for organization, orientation and connection.
Help raise awareness and support for those impacted by Hurricane Melissa. Download this bulletin insert and print it for use at your church.

Hurricane Melissa Relief Bulletin Insert

Overview video on the work of the Abundant Health Initiative.

Abundant Health General Conference 2024 Video

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

UMCOR Sunday Pastor and Leader Kit

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

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.

God’s Mission, Our Journey (Leader’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.

A Mission Journey (Participant’s Guide)

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

UMCOR Overview Brochure

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

UMCOR Sager Brown: Know Before You Go

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

Become an energy-conscious congregation

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