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Your donation makes it possible for Global Ministries, UMCOR and our partners to provide life-changing, often life-saving, services and support. So whatever amount you’re able to give, you can be confident that your donation will create positive change today, and for generations to come.

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#STILLINMISSION

#STILLINMISSION is a monthly live Zoom call featuring a rotating selection of Global Ministries missionaries. Advanced registration required.
Covenant Partnerships

Covenant with Missionaries

Covenant partner relationships are ongoing connections of support between an individual, church or organization and a specific missionary.

New Faith Communities

Share the gospel and Christ’s love in new places, including Central African Republic, Honduras and Southeast Asia.

Leadership Development and Scholarships Program

Provide resources and opportunities to help individuals and mission partners build skills needed to fulfill mission goals in their regions.

Maternal, Newborn and Child Health

Providing essential care for women, newborns and children to reduce illness and death

Venezuela Undesignated

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

Uruguay Undesignated

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

Uganda Undesignated

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

Tunisia Undesignated

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

Trinidad Undesignated

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

Tonga Undesignated

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

Tanzania Undesignated

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

Taiwan Undesignated

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

Switzerland Undesignated

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

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
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)

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

10-part video series on the Mission Volunteers application process, training, support and more.

Mission Volunteers Application Process Video Series

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)

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

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

Mission Volunteer Partner Request Form

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

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

How UMCOR Supports Refugees

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?

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