Outdoor blackboard inviting people to write what they're grateful for

Church Grounds Bring Hope during COVID-19

Published On: May 25, 2020

Through artistic installations, Mount Forest United Church in Mount Forest, ON, is actively sharing the Christian message.

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At Beaconsfield United Church, Adedeji prepares to deliver food to newcomers.

Committed Churches Support Newcomers through Pandemic

Published On: May 20, 2020

With support from a grant from Embracing the Spirit, a Mission & Service‒supported fund, Beaconsfield United Church’s Nigerian Refugee Integration and Support Program extends belonging and a home away from home for refugees.

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Noah at Camp Caterpillar, SK

Camps Inspire through Creativity and Care Despite Pandemic

Published On: May 13, 2020

While physical distancing protocols are forcing United Church outdoor ministries to consider closing their cabins this summer, some are preparing to offer a different kind of camp experience.

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Haitians sew face masks during COVID-19.

Haiti’s Methodist Church Hosts Sewing Project to Save Lives

Published On: May 11, 2020

Haiti’s Methodist Church, a Mission & Service partner, supports schools, medical clinics, and a variety of social ministries. All of them are adapting to respond to the COVID-19 crisis.

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Crying woman

Coronavirus Hits Women the Hardest: ACT Alliance Speaks Out

Published On: May 6, 2020

ACT Alliance calls on all governments to assess the gender-based impact of the pandemic and develop responses.

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Yan Li delivers COVID supplies to Hubei Province, China

Amity Foundation Reaches Out in China and Beyond

Published On: May 4, 2020

Mission & Service partner the Amity Foundation has delivered tons of essential supplies and equipment to parts of China. Now it's reaching out to other countries. Truck drivers like Yan Li are helping.

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Human Rights Advocacy and Research Foundation parent-teachers association, Katupali

Coronavirus Heightens Anti-Muslim Sentiment in India

Published On: May 1, 2020

Mission & Service partners in India describe new challenges arising from the pandemic.

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The Serve the People Brigade of the Cordillera Disaster Response Network distributes rice to people in need

Mission & Service Partners Risk Jail on Easter Sunday

Published On: May 1, 2020

In the Philippines, Mission & Service partner organizations protest violent arrests and continue to reach out to those in need.

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A volunteer at the Al Husn refugee camp in Jordan harvests vegetables in a greenhouse.

Refugee Camps Brace for the Virus

Published On: May 1, 2020

In the Al Husn refugee camp in Jordan, Mission and Service helped to build greenhouses that are now providing much-needed vegetables to the poorest households.

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ZCC Epworth Local Ecumenical Fellowship distributes soap and clean water during COVID-19.

Social Distancing a Luxury Unavailable to Many in Zimbabwe

Published On: May 1, 2020

Mission & Service partner the Zimbabwe Council of Churches is working to meet the needs of families who can’t afford to be in lockdown.

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