In recent weeks, two United Methodist churches in East Ohio have seen their buildings ripped apart by flames. In the aftermath of the fires, Southington and Keene United Methodist churches continue to minister to their communities, but in new ways — and with new partners.
Flooding in the Masai and Morogoro districts affected over 6,300 people, including 300 members of The United Methodist Church. A local United Methodist congregation lost their temporary church.
Hurricane Otis devastated Acapulco and surrounding communities on Oct. 25. The disaster is just the latest example of how the climate crisis is pushing congregations throughout Mexico to respond to new pastoral challenges.
With a $50,000 grant from the United Methodist Committee on Relief, the Malawi Provisional Conference is supporting communities affected by Cyclone Freddy. The church is providing agricultural training and equipment and helping reconstruct community infrastructure.