Category: World

Liberian women rise above COVID

UMW in Liberia is training women to make soaps and sanitary pads to generate income and provide needed products in rural villages. 

Wisconsin UMC stands for justice

The United Methodist Church in Wisconsin are modeling a “heart of peace” after violence followed the shooting of Jacob Blake in Kenosha.

Malaria and COVID-19 dual threats

  The spread of both COVID-19 nad Malaria is being mitigated around the world by Global Ministries’ Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene facilities.

Civil Rights pioneer dies

The Rev. Gil Caldwell’s death on September 4 follows the passing this year of other giants of the civil rights era — the Rev. Joseph Lowery, the Rev. C. T. Vivian, and Rep. John Lewis.

A call to United Methodist laity

The following is an open letter to laity from the Association of Annual Conference Lay Leaders (AACLLC). It is a reminder of Jesus’ Great Commandment during this troubled time.

GCFA reports uptick in giving

Encouraging news. COVID-19 has left a mark on giving to denomination-wide ministries. GCFA, however, is happy to report a slight rebound in July. 

Churches hit by Hurricane Laura

“You know how the [United Methodist] connection is so wonderful,” remarked one pastor whose church took a big hit from Hurricane Laura.

UM-related schools reopen amid COVID

A sampling of United Methodist-related schools found a strong push to bring students back to dorm rooms and in-person classes, with online courses a big part of the mix.

Liberia University copes with pandemic

The University of Liberia is struggling to re-open with e-learning this fall. Students suffer from a food crisis as well as a health crisis.

Churches step up to support school year

Educators and parents are scrambling to reduce the threat of COVID-19 while ensuring children get child care and education they need. United Methodists are helping with back to school in 2020.