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Press Releases & Public Statements

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

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Statement

on February 5, 2025

Dear President Trump: Letter from United Methodist Council of Bishops

Global Ministries affirms the Council of Bishop’s letter to President Trump, urging reconsideration of his administration’s suspension of U.S. foreign assistance.

Peace & Justice

Statement

on January 31, 2025

Global Ministries condemns new immigration policies in U.S.

General Secretary Roland Fernandes writes current border security policies disregard the fundamental dignity and rights of migrants.

UMCOR

Migration & Refugees

North America

Humanitarian Relief and Recovery (UMCOR)

Press Release

on January 9, 2025

Applications open for 2025 Mustard Seed Migration Grant program

United Methodist churches in the U.S. can help immigrants, migrants and refugees in their local communities through UMCOR-funded community-based service projects.