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Mission Volunteers

Mission Volunteers are short to long-term self-funded individuals or couples serving in a variety of roles at partner sites worldwide.
Global Mission Fellows pose for a group photo at YOUTH 2023.

Global Mission Fellows (GMF)

Global Mission Fellows is a two-year program of The United Methodist Church for young adults serving in cross-cultural contexts in the U.S. and around the world.

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In Mission Together

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

Mission Connections

Build partnerships to grow the church and understand its unique expression in different cultures worldwide.
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Ganta United Methodist Mission Station Program Support

Educating the community on agriculture sustainabilityDescribe the Need Affecting Community1. Scho…

Global Mission Fellows (GMF)

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

North Macedonia in Mission Together

Supporting mission outreach in the United Methodist Churches in the Republic of MacedoniaDescribe…

Central African Republic Mission Initiative

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

Vietnam Methodist Mission

Supports congregational development, pastors' salaries, economic development and building pro…

Poland In Mission Together

Supporting partnerships between churches in the USA and Poland UMCAnnual Goal: $80,000.00Year to …

Mongolia Mission Initiative

Supporting evangelism, plant new churches, leadership & congregational development, education…

Lithuania In Mission Together

Supporting church development, innovative ministries, local church outreach, and training and sem…

Southeast Asia Mission Initiative

Supporting church and community development, pastors, leadership development, education, and lay …

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Continuities in mission

In focus for the month of April is the Bicentennial of Methodist Mission, a celebration of Methodism’s 200 years of

Two mission initiatives to join Côte d’Ivoire

A delegation from Global Ministries met with two mission initiatives — in Senegal and Cameroon — and announced these initiatives

Called for mission service in the United States

Church and Community Worker, Katie Peterson, manages a “Mission Barn” and enjoys seeing God’s diverse family working together.

Laos Mission Initiative grows and extends ministries

Global Ministries’ Laos Mission Initiative celebrates 20 years of service with increased membership, new clergy members and local pastors, and

Faithful UMC institutions stretch to serve communities

Among the recipients of the UMCOR Rapid Response COVID-19 grants are some of the United Methodist National Mission Institutions with

Consultation charts way for missional church

More than 80 delegates and partners from Africa met with Global Ministries staff to discuss the future of mission on

Thirteen Global Mission Fellows begin service as US-2s

They join 50 recently commissioned international Global Mission Fellows, starting two-year assignments in social justice ministries around the world.

Global Ministries to hold series of meetings in Maputo, Mozambique, focusing on mission

April meetings will involve mission partners, board of directors and regional missionaries.

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

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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)

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

Connecting the Church in Mission: Evangelism and Church Revitalization
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10-part video series on the Mission Volunteers application process, training, support and more.

Mission Volunteers Application Process Video Series

  • Missionary
  • Book
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)

  • Guide, Missionary
  • Video
Watch former and current Global Mission Fellows (GMFs) share why they answered God's call to serve! Share this resource with your faith community to encourage young adults to discern a call to serve as a GMF!

Discerning a Global Mission Fellow Call to Serve

  • Global Mission Fellows
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Form for groups and organizations interested in becoming a Mission Volunteer placement site.

Mission Volunteer Partner Request Form

  • Mission Volunteer
  • PDF
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
1-min video on how UMCOR helps refugees through global partnerships, emergency relief and long-term support.

How UMCOR Supports Refugees

  • Migration, Refugees, UMCOR
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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

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