Tag: United Methodist Committee on Relief
UMCOR supports Afghans in need
The plight of Afghans has filled the news for the past several weeks. The situation remains uncertain. UMCOR has been working there alongside partners for 60 years. UMCOR is providing… Continue Reading UMCOR supports Afghans in need
Haiti receives two UMCOR grants
UMCOR has issued funds for medical relief in Haiti. Roland Fernandes, head of UMCOR, says, “Our response will continue with more grants to partners in the region providing humanitarian relief.”
The earth shifts once again across Haiti
For the second time in 11 years, a major earthquake struck Haiti. Reports reaching The Michigan Conference indicate devastation is the greatest in the region of Jeremie and Les Cayes.… Continue Reading The earth shifts once again across Haiti
‘Fixing hearts’ after mid-Michigan flood
Bishop David Bard and Michigan Conference leaders recently visited Sanford, Gladwin, and Midland to hear Case Managers talk about long-term recovery from the catastrophic Tittabawassee River flood in May 2020.
You can help in SE Michigan flooding
Relief efforts continue in Wayne and Washtenaw counties where flooding damaged hundreds of homes. You can help in three ways — donate funds, volunteer, and provide cleaning supplies.
Clean-up continues in southeast Michigan
Federal, state, and church resources are being mustered to assist in the disaster relief phase after flood waters swept through Wayne and Washtenaw counties on June 26. You can help.
Bishop appeals for disaster funds
Record rainfall the weekend of June 26-27 has left many in Michigan recovering from flooding of homes and churches. Bishop Bard appeals for gifts to the Michigan Conference Disaster Response… Continue Reading Bishop appeals for disaster funds
UMCOR aids displaced in Congo
In northeastern Congo, many farmers are afraid to work in their fields due to threats by rebels. Hunger and starvation are daily realities. UMCOR is there offering hope.
UMCOR supports partners in India
India currently faces a major health crisis associated with coronavirus. The United Methodist Committee on Relief is working with partners there and encouraging gifts to the UMCOR COVID-19 Response Fund.
He walks for Jesus and UMCOR
He lives in Virginia but walks the Appalachian Trail in Pennsylvania. Jimmy Dillon embraces his calling to go into the wilderness and bring awareness to UMCOR.