Church mobilizes to help cyclone survivors
In the wake of Cyclone Idai three annual conferences in Mozambique are working to support survivors.
Iowa flooding touches United Methodist disaster-response couple
Suddenly in need themselves after a disaster, the Newman family receives the same support and care from the UMCOR family that they are accustomed to giving others.
UMCOR – Who is my neighbor?
The United Methodist Committee on Relief has answered God’s call to be a neighbor for nearly 80 years.
In Focus: UMCOR
Global Ministries is highlighting the work of UMCOR for the month of March. Executive director Roland Fernandes writes of UMCOR’s reach in alleviating suffering around the world.
UMCOR Renewable Energy Access grants transform lives
In Tanzania and Liberia, clean energy benefits economy, education, safety and health in developing communities.
Celebrating the Life of R. Bruce Weaver
Remembering Bruce Weaver, a pioneer in the United Methodist Russia Initiative.
Church in Côte d’Ivoire focuses on farming, food security
The episcopal area is working to identify land suitable for particular crops and engaging women and young adults in commercial agriculture.
‘Multiplying the Loaves’ summit to highlight Africa’s agricultural sustainability
January 13-16 event in Johannesburg puts biblical story of feeding the 5,000 into modern context.
UMCOR Hurricane Response Points to the Power of Local Partnerships
When disaster occurs the United Methodist Committee on Relief is there to help people recover from the catastrophe and put their lives back together.
Call for Prayer for Indonesia in Wake of Tsunami
Let us be in prayer and loving solidarity with the people of Indonesia in the wake of a December 23 tsunami that caused hundreds of deaths and injuries.
Wildfire Recovery in California
For communities affected by the Camp and Woolsey Fires, UMCOR has provided immediate relief and is now turning to long-term recovery.
Tree of Life: Christmas Message 2018
Thomas Kemper’s Christmas message reflects on the Tree of Life as a symbol of God’s creating, sheltering and saving nature.
UMCOR Leaders Approve $8.2 Million in Grants
Donations to Global Humanitarian Aid and Development Agency to Support Food Insecurity, Migration, Renewable Energy Efforts Around the World
Flood Bucket Challenge unites seminary in disaster response
Students at the Boston University School of Theology find a creative way to aid Hurricane Maria survivors.
Welcoming the Global Compact for Safe, Orderly and Regular Migration
Thomas Kemper welcomes the United Nations’ Global Compact for Safe, Orderly and Regular Migration adopted by 164 counties at a conference in Marrakech, Morocco.
Equipped for ministry and mission leadership
Throughout the 2018 Mission Ambassadors Summit, participants felt a spirit of kinship and connection that renewed their energy for mission and ministry at all levels of The United Methodist Church.
UMCOR Grants to Support Programs Providing an Oasis Along the Way for Migrants Traveling Near U.S.-Mexico Border
Refugees fleeing persecution and violence will be helped by UMCOR-supported programs in Tijuana and Apaxco.
The Duke Endowment Awards $5 Million in Hurricane Relief for the Carolinas
UMCOR will address immediate recovery needs in communities that were impacted by Hurricane Florence.
Sharing the facts about HIV/AIDS teaches, inspires and helps
United Methodist-related Mary Johnston Hospital in the Philippines seeks to empower communities and congregations to understand the facts and strategies for treatment and prevention of HIV/AIDS.
EarthKeepers commissioned to creative service for God’s creation
A new class of 44 EarthKeepers was commissioned via an online service Nov. 12, 2018, making the EarthKeepers movement 132 people strong.