Ames Memorial United Methodist Church in Baltimore distributes food, toiletries and lunch to neighbors affected by protests and rioting. May 9, 2015.

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Volunteer Lisa Cox climbs the stairs carrying relief supplies at Marjorie Sexton’s home in Pippa Passes, Ky. Sexton had been without electricity since massive flooding caused power outages across the area. Cox is worship leader at Hindman (Ky.) United Methodist Church.

Kentucky churches care for neighbors hit by floods

The mission we share: Celebrating our call

Following God’s call to transform the world might seem impossible, but it’s a reality for United Methodists. Together, our global connection provides and supports robust ministries that change and save lives every day.

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Encouraging Men to Live Boldly

United Methodist Men chief executive Greg Arnold has a passion to help men overcome isolation and anxiety to live a bold life of faith. Learn more .

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Together, United Methodists do remarkable ministry around the world:

Caring for storm survivors; long-term investments in vulnerable communities; implementing effective solutions to diseases; and equipping the next generation to lead the church through educational opportunities.

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John F. Marshall crafted memorial stained glass ornaments after Mayfield First United Methodist Church’s 102-year-old building was destroyed by a tornado that tore across Kentucky on December 10, 2021. Photo courtesy of Jennifer Walker.

Step away to a holy place

Lifeline Toledo, a United Methodist congregation in Ohio, welcomes all to a weekly community dinner.

The connecting work of United Methodists

Children participate in a month-long, VBS-style program hosted by Centro Familiar Cristiano United Methodist Church near Detroit.

Summer outreach program builds community

Jack Layfield served as a chaplain on the Appalachian Trail for six months in 2019. His experiences can help all of us learn how to connect to God in nature. Photo by Mike DuBose.

Nature connects us to God

A United Methodist pastor in Philadelphia, a crime victim herself, has found healing as she minsters to other crime victims in her role as a victim's advocate. Stock photo by Canva.

A mission to help crime victims

United Methodist volunteers Darren Garrett (front) and Dale Krohn use chainsaws to clear downed trees at a home in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, following an August 2020 derecho. Photo by Mike DuBose, UM News.

Chainsaws: An unlikely ministry partner

In the Social Principles, The United Methodist Church affirms the sanctity of the life of both the unborn child and the mother. Photo by Kathleen Barry, UM News.

Valuing Life Part 2: When care cannot be sustained — Abortion and adoption

Responding to Violence

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FAQ - The crisis in Ukraine

A Child's Prayer for School

Isaiah 41:10 tells us to "Fear not, for I am with you.” Students facing first days from pre-school to college can take comfort in knowing that God is with us every moment. This United Methodist prayer reminds us that we can see God when we look for God's love in others.

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