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UMCOR is the humanitarian relief and development arm of The United Methodist Church, dedicated to alleviating human suffering around the world.

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UMCOR - United Methodist Committee on Relief @umcor.bsky.social · 1h
"Without your help, I wouldn't be able to know that I can stay strong." In communities impacted by Hurricane Helene two years ago, UMCOR is there. #BeUMC #HurricaneHelene #Helene #HeleneDisasterResponse #HeleneStrong
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UMCOR - United Methodist Committee on Relief @umcor.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Applications are still open for the new UMC Solar and Battery Pilot Program! ☀️ Wondering if your church is a good fit for this program? Use our discernment tool before you apply: bit.ly/umcsbdt #BeUMC #SolarEnergy #UMC #CleanEnergy #EnvironmentalSustainability
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UMCOR - United Methodist Committee on Relief @umcor.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
On August 26, the world stood in solidarity with communities along the Nepal-Tibet border after a powerful and unprecedented flash flood caused catastrophic destruction...⬇️
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UMCOR - United Methodist Committee on Relief @umcor.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
"This aid has given us hope and courage. Do not tire of doing good." In DRC, UMCOR is there. #UMCOR #UMCORisThere #BeUMC
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UMCOR - United Methodist Committee on Relief @umcor.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Shelter. Healing. Hope. When disaster strikes, your gift to UMCOR helps families rebuild, communities recover and hope endure long after the emergency has passed. Give here: bit.ly/4ivtWTK #BeUMC #UMCOR #DisasterResponse #HumanitarianAid
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UMCOR - United Methodist Committee on Relief @umcor.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
As we mark the 25th anniversary of the September 11 attacks, join us in this prayer for healing, reconciliation, and peace. Read our full reflection and learn more about UMCOR's yearslong response in the aftermath of the attacks: bit.ly/umc-the-way-of-peace #BeUMC #September11 #25thObservance
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UMCOR - United Methodist Committee on Relief @umcor.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
On August 15, a 7.7 magnitude earthquake and tsunami struck Flores, East Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia, causing the deaths of at least 135 people, injuring 1,723 others, and damaging approximately 98,900 homes.
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UMCOR - United Methodist Committee on Relief @umcor.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
Join us in prayer for those impacted by devastating flash flooding along the border of Nepal and China today. We pray especially for the families and loved ones of those who have died or remain missing, and for those who have lost their homes and livelihoods. #BeUMC #NepalFlashFlooding
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UMCOR - United Methodist Committee on Relief @umcor.bsky.social · 21/08/2026
Last weekend, Hurricane Lala caused significant damage and destruction across Hawaii, destroying bridges, washing homes from their foundations, and cutting off entire communities on the Big Island.⬇️ #BeUMC #HurricaneLala #TropicalStormLala #PrayforHawaii
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UMCOR - United Methodist Committee on Relief @umcor.bsky.social · 21/08/2026
Over the past week, people across the Midwest U.S. have been impacted by historic flash flooding and severe storms. UMCOR is responding to the needs of these individuals and families through solidarity grant support to the West Ohio and Indiana annual conferences. ⬇️
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UMCOR - United Methodist Committee on Relief @umcor.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
UMCOR is there. ❤️ #BeUMC #UMCOR #DisasterResponse #MigrationMatters #HumanitarianRelief #UMCORIsThere
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UMCOR - United Methodist Committee on Relief @umcor.bsky.social · 18/08/2026
Introducing the new UMC Solar and Battery Pilot Program!☀️ Designed to help churches serving vulnerable communities across the U.S. install solar and/or battery systems, this GBGM and UMCOR program will build resilience, reduce emissions and energy costs, and keep the doors of their ministries open.
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United Methodist News @umnews.bsky.social · 13/08/2026
Bishop Rubén Saenz Jr., president of the #UMC Council of Bishops, has written a pastoral letter in response to the deadly Aug. 10 earthquake in Colombia. It calls United Methodists to prayer and tangible compassion through the work of the @umcor.bsky.social. www.resourceumc.org/en/content/2...
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A Pastoral Letter for Colombia | ResourceUMC
A pastoral letter and prayer from the Council of Bishops for the people of Colombia following the August 2026 earthquake, with an invitation to give through UMCOR.
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UMCOR - United Methodist Committee on Relief @umcor.bsky.social · 14/08/2026
UMCOR is responding to the urgent needs of Colombians impacted by the devastating earthquake that occurred on Monday, August 10, 2026, through support to the Colombian Methodist Church (CMC). (Photo courtesy of Lutheran World Relief, Colombia and Venezuela)
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UMCOR - United Methodist Committee on Relief @umcor.bsky.social · 14/08/2026
Join us in prayer for those impacted by historic flash flooding and severe storms across multiple states in the Midwest United States this week, including Indiana, Illinois, Iowa, Kentucky, and Ohio. Widespread evacuations, damage to homes and businesses, and multiple deaths have been reported.
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UMCOR - United Methodist Committee on Relief @umcor.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
Is your local UMC looking for a way to "welcome the stranger" in your community? 🤝 Encourage your church to apply for a Mustard Seed Migration Grant and receive support for a ministry or project that cares for migrants and refugees in your midst! Learn more and apply: bit.ly/umcormsmg #BeUMC
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UMCOR - United Methodist Committee on Relief @umcor.bsky.social · 10/08/2026
Please join us in prayer for the people of Colombia who were impacted by a 7.4 magnitude earthquake this morning. At least 111 people have died, and thousands more are injured, missing, or have been displaced from their homes. #PrayForColombia #ColombiaEarthquake #Colombia
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UMCOR - United Methodist Committee on Relief @umcor.bsky.social · 06/08/2026
As wildfires continue to burn throughout Washington state, UMCOR is supporting the Pacific Northwest Conference in their efforts to provide immediate relief to those in need through a solidarity grant. UMCOR is in communication with the conference as they continue to assess needs. #BeUMC
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UMCOR - United Methodist Committee on Relief @umcor.bsky.social · 02/08/2026
Join us in prayer for people in eastern Washington state, especially near Spokane, who are under threat from wildfires. Pray that those who must evacuate do so safely. Pray also for first responders working to contain the fires and helping those in need of assistance. #BeUMC #UMCOR
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UMCOR - United Methodist Committee on Relief @umcor.bsky.social · 24/07/2026
Last year, Global Ministries and UMCOR responded boldly to the increased needs of vulnerable communities around the world, standing with those whom Christ calls us to love, serve, and accompany. Explore the full impact of our work in 2025: bit.ly/gbgm-impact-2025 #BeUMC #AnsweringTheCall
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UMCOR - United Methodist Committee on Relief @umcor.bsky.social · 24/07/2026
In mid-June, southern Mississippi experienced heavy rainfall, strong winds, and widespread flooding associated with Tropical Storm Arthur. More than 500 homes were damaged, and thousands of Mississippians now walk the long road to recovery after this disaster.
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UMCOR - United Methodist Committee on Relief @umcor.bsky.social · 23/07/2026
Please join us in prayer for West Virginia, as heavy rain caused severe flash flooding across the state on Tuesday, damaging roads, homes, businesses, and critical infrastructure. We pray especially for those unaccounted for and those who have lost their homes and livelihoods.
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UMCOR - United Methodist Committee on Relief @umcor.bsky.social · 22/07/2026
Please join us in prayer for the U.S. Gulf Coast, as Tropical Storm Bertha brings heavy rain, tropical-force winds, and storm surge to the region this week.    UMCOR is prepared to support the affected annual conferences as they respond to their communities’ needs.   #BeUMC #TropicalStormBertha
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UMCOR - United Methodist Committee on Relief @umcor.bsky.social · 20/07/2026
Join us in prayer for Puerto Rico, as drought conditions, combined with issues from dated infrastructure, have led to water shortages and emergency water rationing measures across the island.
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UMCOR - United Methodist Committee on Relief @umcor.bsky.social · 20/07/2026
Read through this resource for a quick refresher on how UMCOR walks with United Methodist annual conferences and episcopal areas on the road of disaster response. View the full interactive guide here: new.express.adobe.com/webpage/A2b65… #BeUMC #HurricaneSeason
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UMCOR - United Methodist Committee on Relief @umcor.bsky.social · 17/07/2026
As part of our ongoing response to the recent earthquakes in Venezuela, UMCOR has awarded two new solidarity grants to local partners as assessment continues and recovery begins. Read the newest update here: umcmission.org/disaster-responses/venezuela #BeUMC #Venezuela #VenezuelaEarthquakes
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UMCOR - United Methodist Committee on Relief @umcor.bsky.social · 16/07/2026
As the Ebola outbreak continues in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Global Ministries and UMCOR are increasing our support of conferences and trusted partners responding in the affected and high-risk regions. Read the full update here: umcmission.org/story/global... #BeUMC #EbolaAid
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UMCOR - United Methodist Committee on Relief @umcor.bsky.social · 14/07/2026
Join us in prayer for the Philippines, as flooding and landslides caused by Typhoon Inday (international name: Bavi) and the enhanced southwest monsoon caused at least 15 deaths and impacted tens of thousands of people in the southern region of the country last week.
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United Methodist News @umnews.bsky.social · 14/07/2026
The United Methodist Immigration Task Force grieves the death of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, killed by ICE. The statement was published before the death of Joan Sebastian Guerrero became public.
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Statement Denouncing the Actions of ICE in Houston and Honoring the Life of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo | ResourceUMC
United Methodist statement denouncing the fatal ICE shooting of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo in Houston, calling for an independent investigation, witness protection, and ICE accountability.
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UMCOR - United Methodist Committee on Relief @umcor.bsky.social · 02/07/2026
UMCOR is responding to the urgent needs of Venezuelans impacted by last week's earthquakes through support to partners on the ground — Lutheran World Federation (LWF), Diakonie Katastrophenhilfe (DKH) and Community Organized Relief Effort (CORE). umcmission.org/disaster-responses/v…
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UMCOR - United Methodist Committee on Relief @umcor.bsky.social · 01/07/2026
On June 29 in Telford, England, General Secretary Roland Fernandes marked the 100th anniversary of the Beckly Social Services Lecture with an address that connected Methodist mission with challenges facing the global church today. Watch or read Roland's full address: bit.ly/4xXPVYz #BeUMC
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UMCOR - United Methodist Committee on Relief @umcor.bsky.social · 29/06/2026
With a new reverse osmosis system funded by UMCOR, Trinity UMC in Naivasha, Kenya, is providing free and low-cost clean water to about 5,000 people, reducing illnesses caused by fluoride-rich water from the area's borehole and strengthening trust in their community. bit.ly/4wes19o #BeUMC
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United Methodist News @umnews.bsky.social · 29/06/2026
#UMC Bishop David Graves urges prayer and says the Kentucky Conference is assessing damage after deadly floods. kyumc-email.brtapp.com/viewinsite/c... People can donate to U.S. disaster response through the @umcor.bsky.social. gbhem-umc.my.site.com/hemgm/s/camp...
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Many of us have spent the last few days watching the heartbreaking news of devastating flooding across Kentucky. We grieve the lives that have been lost, and our hearts are with the families and communities now facing unimaginable loss and uncertainty.
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United Methodist News @umnews.bsky.social · 27/06/2026
Bishop Ruben Saenz Jr., #UMC Council of Bishops president, has written a pastoral letter to the wider church in response to the recent earthquake in Venezuela. It calls us to prayer and to tangible compassion through the relief work of @umcor.bsky.social www.resourceumc.org/en/content/2...
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A Pastoral Letter for Venezuela | ResourceUMC
A pastoral letter and prayer from the Council of Bishops for the people of Venezuela after a devastating earthquake, with an invitation to give through UMCOR.
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UMCOR - United Methodist Committee on Relief @umcor.bsky.social · 29/06/2026
Join us in prayer for people in Kentucky and Tennessee who were impacted by severe flash flooding over the weekend. We pray especially for the families and loved ones of the five people who lost their lives in the floodwaters, and for those who have lost their homes and livelihoods. #BeUMC
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UMCOR - United Methodist Committee on Relief @umcor.bsky.social · 25/06/2026
Through an additional grant in 2026, Global Ministries and UMCOR are continuing their support of the Rural Women's Development Society as it addresses food insecurity, preserves culinary traditions, and provides livelihoods to Palestinian women in the West Bank. bit.ly/4wdhhbD #WestBank
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UMCOR - United Methodist Committee on Relief @umcor.bsky.social · 19/06/2026
Juneteenth is an opportunity for Christians to celebrate freedom, confront injustice, and align our hearts with God’s ongoing work of liberation. Explore this resource from the United Methodist General Commission on Religion and Race: www.r2hub.org/library/what-is-junet… #Juneteenth
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UMCOR - United Methodist Committee on Relief @umcor.bsky.social · 15/06/2026
When disasters strike across the U.S., United Methodist Early Response Teams (ERTs) respond with compassion and care, helping communities take their first steps toward recovery. Connect with your annual conference disaster response coordinator to learn more about ERT opportunities near you! #BeUMC
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UMCOR - United Methodist Committee on Relief @umcor.bsky.social · 05/06/2026
When United Methodists work as one, our impact is stronger. Join Global Ministries and Higher Education and Ministry in responding to the needs of our changing world by loving boldly, serving joyfully and leading courageously in local communities and worldwide connections. Share this video! #BeUMC
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UMCOR - United Methodist Committee on Relief @umcor.bsky.social · 03/06/2026
UMCOR is proud to join with other organizations, including the Immigration Law & Justice Network (ILJN) and MARCHA, in sponsoring a dramatic reading of a new play, “Los que regresan” (Those Who Return).
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UMCOR - United Methodist Committee on Relief @umcor.bsky.social · 03/06/2026
UMCOR se enorgullece de unirse a otras organizaciones, entre ellas la Red de Justicia y Derecho Migratorio (ILJN) y MARCHA, para patrocinar una lectura dramatizada de una nueva obra de teatro, «Los que regresan».
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UMCOR - United Methodist Committee on Relief @umcor.bsky.social · 29/05/2026
Explore opportunities to support and get involved in United Methodist mission and ministry with Global Ministries, UMCOR and Higher Education and Ministry! umcmission.org/get-involved #BeUMC #InMissionTogether
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UMCOR - United Methodist Committee on Relief @umcor.bsky.social · 27/05/2026
United Methodist clergy, laity, and leaders — share and support the work of UMCOR, Global Ministries and Higher Education and Ministry with your faith community using these videos, posters, flyers, and more! bit.ly/3PqZ4Y9 #BeUMC
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UMCOR - United Methodist Committee on Relief @umcor.bsky.social · 22/05/2026
Join us in prayer for those affected by the Ebola outbreak in Democratic Republic of the Congo, Uganda and South Sudan. This strain of the virus, which has no vaccine, is rapidly spreading across a region already suffering from conflict and lack of healthcare access.⬇️
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UMCOR - United Methodist Committee on Relief @umcor.bsky.social · 21/05/2026
Last year, 152 United Methodist churches across 37 states and Puerto Rico received an UMCOR Mustard Seed Migration Grant, answering God's call to "welcome the stranger" by serving migrants and refugees in their communities. Will your church "welcome the stranger" in 2026? bit.ly/umcormsmg #BeUMC
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UMCOR - United Methodist Committee on Relief @umcor.bsky.social · 18/05/2026
Thousands of people in Washington state are still recovering from last December's record-breaking flooding, which destroyed or damaged more than 440 homes and led to the evacuation of over 100,000 residents, including the entire populations of two towns. (1/5)
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United Methodist News @umnews.bsky.social · 11/05/2026
Church supports Congolese refugees in Burundi: The United Methodist Church, with funding from @umcor.bsky.social, is providing humanitarian aid and vital infrastructure to more than 22,000 refugees from Congo living at the Musenyi camp in Burundi.
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Church supports Congolese refugees in Burundi | UMNews.org
The United Methodist Church, with support from UMCOR, provides vital infrastructure and food to the Musenyi camp, which has doubled its population because of ongoing conflicts in eastern Congo.
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UMCOR - United Methodist Committee on Relief @umcor.bsky.social · 18/05/2026
We give thanks to our staff, missionaries, and General Secretary Roland Fernandes who represented Global Ministries and Higher Education and Ministry at United Women in Faith Assembly!
Staff, missionaries, and general secretary Roland Fernandes pose for a group photo at United Women in Faith Assembly 2026 in Indianapolis, Indiana.
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UMCOR - United Methodist Committee on Relief @umcor.bsky.social · 15/05/2026
Are you at United Women in Faith Assembly 2026? Stop by the Global Ministries and Higher Education and Ministry booth to learn more about the mission and ministry of The United Methodist Church! #BeUMC #Assembly2026
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UMCOR - United Methodist Committee on Relief @umcor.bsky.social · 15/05/2026
Did you know UMCOR has environmentally sustainable disaster response tools? ♻️ During disasters, the tools in our Sustainable Response Technology (SRT) library help people call emergency services, contact loved ones, stay hydrated, and more. Get trained to use these tools! bit.ly/umcorsrttraining
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UMCOR and Footprint Project Sustainable Response Technology Training Program
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