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Children and youth from Terra Nova village in Quéssua, Angola, join in an effort to combat malaria by filling in low-lying areas that collect water where mosquitoes can breed. The campaign was led by Ben Jacob, a professor from the University of South Florida, who served with a Volunteers in Mission team from the Florida Conference of The United Methodist Church.

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Fernandes begins tenure as general secretary of two agencies as he assumes GBHEM’s chief executive role

Following Greg Bergquist’s retirement, Fernandes continues work of creating greater missional alignment between the two UMC agencies.

10 Global Mission Fellows reflect on 2 years of service

Photos capture high points for GMFs completing service.

UMCOR renews relief efforts in Gaza

Working with several partners on the ground in Gaza, Global Ministries, through UMCOR, releases new grants to meet basic human needs among Gazan Palestinians.

Gratitude and good spirit accompany Eurasia area departure

A mission initiative that increased in size and outreach to become a full episcopal area takes a next step to becoming an autonomous Methodist Church.

UMCOR receives top rating from CharityWatch

Spring report awards United Methodist Committee on Relief highest A+ rating

Mission and more: major milestones at General Conference  

Delegates approve all legislation submitted by Global Ministries as well as other legislation that will bring large shifts in denominational structure, budget, inclusivity and diversity.

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Mission and more: major milestones at General Conference  

Delegates approve all legislation submitted by Global Ministries as well as other legislation that will bring large shifts in denominational structure, budget, inclusivity and diversity.

Finding their mission – following where God leads

The 16 missionaries being commissioned at General Conference this week represent a broad spectrum of missionaries, what they do and where they serve.

Korean UMC churches announce deeper support for missionary service

More than 140 Global Ministries missionaries will receive monthly financial support for their ministries around the world with the help of Korean churches in the U.S.

Relieving human suffering for more than 80 years

The United Methodist Committee on Relief (UMCOR) continues to meet the needs of vulnerable populations around the world through a strong network of partners.

Denomination hits health goals…and keeps going

In 2020, the Abundant Health Initiative hit its goal of reaching 1 million women and children. The church’s work continued, and today, the lives of more than 5 million women and children have been positively impacted with health interventions.

Reducing malaria community by community

Grassroots efforts and UMC health programs treat, prevent and educate about malaria in all aspects of health work.

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Have questions? Send us an inquiry and we’ll get back to you promptly. Please direct all media inquiries to Susan Clark, chief communications officer for Global Ministries and UMCOR.

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