GBGM joins the College of Bishops of the Methodist Church of Mexico in offering prayers for peace as communities across the country face violence and the disruption of daily life in the wake of the death of Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, a longtime cartel leader.
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On this Ash Wednesday, General Secretary Roland Fernandes invites you to discern how you can reflect the love, compassion and justice of Jesus Christ during the season of Lent.
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Participants will explore how trees are woven throughout Scripture, how tree equity connects climate resilience and racial justice, and how congregations can engage faithfully in planting, protection, and advocacy rooted in relationship and listening.
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Join us on Feb. 26 at 6 p.m. ET for "The Canopy of Creation: Tree Equity and Climate Justice Webinar," sponsored by Global Ministries and Creation Justice Ministries.
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Learn more about these EarthKeepers and their impactful ministries, and apply for the next EarthKeepers training in May: umcmission.org/story/is-god...
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GBGM has sent missionaries and funded the United Methodist Mission in Honduras for over two decades and continues to do so, working closely with Bishop Rubén Sáenz Jr., the presiding bishop in Honduras, and local leaders to further develop the church in Honduras.
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The bishops extended their hands in prayer for the pastors who would be ordained during the worship service. Kneeling from left to right: Juana Jamileth Moncada Torres, Héctor Mauricio Laínez and María Magdalena Zelaya Cruz. Standing: Bishop Emeritus José Roberto Peña Nazario (left) and missionary Christian Schlick (center).
Bishop Rubén Sáenz Jr. is the episcopal leader of the mission in Honduras and president of the Council of Bishops of The United Methodist Church. (Photo: Gustavo Vasquez, UMNews)
Front row, newly ordained elders: the Rev. María Magdalena Zelaya Cruz, the Rev. Héctor Mauricio Laínez Rodríguez and the Rev. Juana Jamileth Moncada Torres. Second row: Bishops José Roberto Peña Nazario, Juan Miguel Simpson Bennett, Rubén Sáenz Jr. and Lizette Gabriel Montalvo. (Photo: Gustavo Vásquez, UM News)
The United Methodist Mission in Honduras marked a historic milestone with the ordination of Juana Jamileth Moncada Torres, Héctor Mauricio Laínez, and María Magdalena Zelaya Cruz as the first locally born elders ordained in the mission’s history. ⬇️
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Interested in becoming a Mission Volunteer? Learn more and apply in time to attend one of our upcoming trainings in the U.S., May 4-7 or October 26-29: umcmission.org/work/mission...
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I listened to my customary daily audio devotional, and the verse was John 15:16, “You did not choose me, but I chose you and appointed you so that you might go and bear fruit…”
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Share a moment of impact from your Mission Volunteer discernment process:
When I was at the MV training session, the group included retired pastors, professionals, and others who definitely had more qualifications than I, and I was doubting my ability to serve...
Where and how did you serve?
Wesley Primary School in Morogoro, Tanzania. I assisted teachers, primarily helping to improve students’ verbal English. I participated in worship at Morogoro UMC, led by missionaries Pastor Umba and Mrs. Ngoy Kalangwa, and attended their United Women in Faith meetings.
Meet Jackie Nutter, a 2025 Mission Volunteer! 🤲⬇️
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Inspired by GBGM’s EarthKeepers program, this new institute is designed to "deepen ecological awareness and faith-based action” among participants, equipping them to lead creation care ministries in their communities.
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The Davao Episcopal Area (DEA) in the Philippines inducted 57 pioneer EarthKeepers during its first-ever Gilas Kalikasan (EarthKeepers) Learning Institute, funded by Global Ministries and held on January 27–30, 2026.
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Supported by a grant from The United Methodist Church’s Yambasu Agriculture Initiative, Mikundi Dairy Farm in Malawi provides a model for community empowerment and evangelism.
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Don't miss your opportunity to engage in conversation with Rev. dos Santos, as well as fellow missionaries Norman Yekeye and Joel Hortiales at the next #StillInMission episode — Thursday, Feb. 5 at 12 p.m. ET: zoom.us/meeting/regi...
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The Rev. Eliad Dias dos Santos is serving vulnerable migrants living on the streets of Rome, Italy, listening to their stories, building relationships and providing social services guidance. The Rev. dos Santos seeks to cultivate a supportive and sustainable migrant community in the city.
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Learn more and support this life-changing work: umcmission.org/giving/this-...
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Hear from Lorraine Charinda, GBGM missionary and agricultural specialist, on how building sustainable livelihoods through the Yambasu Agriculture Initiative has transformed what mission means to her and to the communities she serves in Democratic Republic of Congo.
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As U.S. federal cuts hit emergency food banks and school meal programs, #UMC volunteers stepped up. With grant support from the Feeding Our Neighbors program of @umcmission.bsky.social, church pantries provided additional food to meet demand.
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Meet missionaries Norman Yekeye, Eliad Dias Dos Santos and Joel Hortiales and hear how they are answering God's call to mission at the next #StillInMission episode — Feb. 5 at 12 p.m. ET! 🌍
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🌱 Certain sessions will be offered in Spanish! La capacitación en línea de EarthKeepers primavera 2026 se ofrecerá en español de manera limitada (espere que algunos materiales estén solo disponibles en inglés). Aprende más y solicita la capacitación de español aquí: form.jotform.com/260154913543...
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This year's spring training offers 2 NEW WAYS to participate:
🌱 In honor of the 10th anniversary of the Global Ministries EarthKeepers program, past participants may apply to attend the spring online training. However, applications from new participants will be given priority over past participants.
Applications for the Spring 2026 EarthKeepers online training are now OPEN!
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A health clinic in Honduras supported by UMCOR @umcor.bsky.social and the #UMC Board of Global Ministries @umcmission.bsky.social provides much-needed relief as migration continues.
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Regional educators and church leaders, including General Secretary Roland Fernandes, recently gathered to discuss how Methodist education can build peace in the Asia Pacific region at the 2026 Asia Pacific Association of Methodist-related Educational Institutions (APAMEI) Conference in Manila.
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Beige shirt with "God First Created Wind and Solar" written in natural colors with a sun and wind turbine behind it.
We are excited to announce a partnership with @umcmission.bsky.social creation justice. They will receive a large chunk of the profits for each "God First Created Wind and Solar" shirt sold. Get yours here: jusfaith.com/product-tag/...
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