Jim Cox

Immigration Update: A Webinar On Birthright Citizenship — GCORR In response to the recent Supreme Court decision related to Birthright Citizenship, an alliance of United Methodist general agencies, the United Methodist Council of Bishops, and partner organizations...

Now is the time to act! Join us in tonight's webinar.

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What devastating weekend. So pleased we help now and through recovery.

We ask you continue to pray for the people of the Rio Texas Conference and all affected by these devastating floods in Kerr County. www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=...

Please know you can also give to UMCOR U.S. Disaster Response umcmission.org/advance-proj...

We have awarded a solidarity grant to support the Minnesota Annual Conference’s relief efforts in response to multiple severe weather events, including a microburst and multiple tornadoes, that have impacted the state in the last week.

Support our U.S. disaster response efforts: bit.ly/umcorusdr

Thoughts and prayers for those in Texas. UMCOR is ready to support our partners.

Rwanda, Congo sign peace deal in US to end fighting, attract investment The agreement marks a breakthrough in talks and intends to attract billions of dollars of Western investment to a region rich in cobalt, copper, lithium and other minerals.

Encouraging news. I remain cautiously optimistic. Regardless, UMCOR will continue to support those in Eastern Congo. I look forward to my visit next week to learn more.
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As FEMA Shrinks, a Grassroots Disaster Response Is Taking Shape

Faith-based organizations will step up and play their role; however, we need the Federal Government as a partner in this journey. @umnews.bsky.social @umcmission.bsky.social

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Proud to be part of this critical movement. This moment matters!! @umnews.bsky.social @umcor.bsky.social

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Missteps, Confusion and ‘Viral Waste’: The 14 Days That Doomed U.S.A.I.D.

What a shame. Lives have been lost as a result.

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Episcopal Church refuses to resettle white Afrikaners, ends partnership with US government (RNS) — 'In light of our church’s steadfast commitment to racial justice and reconciliation and our historic ties with the Anglican Church of Southern Africa, we are not able to take this step,' the p...

With so much need in the world, lets stay focused on individuals and families that face violence and persecution!

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UMCOR awards new grants for displaced communities in Ukraine As U.S. government support for Ukraine decreases, directors of UMCOR and Global Ministries approve grants that help fill some gaps and ease uncertainty.

UMCOR continues to support Ukraine! Now is not the time to walk away!
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We have an amazing Board--fired up and ready to respond.

Great week of meetings. Everyone together as the world will need Faith-based organizations now more than ever.

A moral imperative to stand on the side of the gospel - General Board of Higher Education and Ministry Roland Fernandes, general secretary of both the General Board of Global Ministries and the General Board of Higher Education and Ministry, reinforced the Christian and moral imperative to “stand firm ...

UMCOR is ready to respond!!

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Stand by for additional programming planned for UMCOR in Ukraine. We will not turn our back on this important issue.

Church grapples with loss of foreign aid | UMNews.org United Methodists are feeling the effects of the gutting of U.S. foreign assistance and speaking out about how such aid saves lives. Heather Hahn reports for UM News.

UMCOR is ready to continue to serve those communities in most need. @umcor.bsky.social @umcmission.bsky.social

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U.S. to End Vaccine Funds for Poor Countries A 281-page spreadsheet obtained by The Times lists the Trump administration’s plans for thousands of foreign aid programs.

Lives will be lost. UMCOR will be called to take on more responsibility in the communities we serve. @umcor.bsky.social @umnews.bsky.social

U.S. to End Vaccine Funds for Poor Countries www.nytimes.com/2025/03/26/h...

Opinion | Musk Said No One Has Died Since Aid Was Cut. That Isn’t True. (Gift Article) A journey through the front lines of global poverty shows that when the world’s richest men slash aid for the world’s poorest children, the result is sickness, starvation and death.

Is this our legacy? We have to do better. UMCOR will be working to fill the gap. @umnews.bsky.social @umcor.bsky.social

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Faith-based health facilties are on the front lines providing care at great personal risk.

UMCOR is responding to complex emergencies around the globe. UMCOR is needed now more than ever. Keep UMCOR in mind for UMCOR Sunday. @umnews.bsky.social

Great idea. I have so many!!

Celebrating Central Conference Female Bishops’ Leadership in Counteracting Xenophobia, Addressing Racism, and Fostering Intercultural Competency | ResourceUMC The General Commission on Religion and Race celebrates the leadership of female Bishops in the Central Conference during Women's History Month.

Happy #InternationalWomensDay! The General Commission on Religion and Race celebrates the accomplishments of the first women to serve as #UMC bishops in Africa, Europe and Asia.

Happy International Women's Day! Many of the UMCOR communities are supported and led by powerful women. Today is their day!! @umcor.bsky.social @umnews.bsky.social

I am proud to be part of this team and grateful for all of our global partners. @umnews.bsky.social

UMCOR is hard at work helping the most vulnerable throughout the world. UMCOR has Real Hope Here and Everywhere

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Join us in prayer for the people in North and South Carolina currently being impacted by dozens of wildfires. We are in communication with the affected annual conferences.

To support U.S. disaster response and recovery efforts, donate here: bit.ly/umcorusdr

#BeUMC #carolinas #wildfire

Great work happening as we continue care for migrant communities globally.

Decades of diplomacy set back. UMCOR stands with the people of Ukraine.

U.S. Terminates Funding for Polio, H.I.V., Malaria and Nutrition Programs Around the World Here are some of the 5,800 contracts the Trump administration formally canceled this week in a wave of terse emails.

Lives will be lost. UMCOR's role has never been more important.

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Executive summary Read key findings about trends in Americans' religious beliefs and practices in the 2023-24 Religious Landscape Study's executive summary. Pew Research Center.

Important data and trends regarding faith in the US.

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