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An UMCOR grant helps El Refugio serve detained immigrants and their loved ones By Christie R. House El Refugio provides care packages that help immigrant families protect themselves during the COVID-19 pandemic. PHOTO: EL REFUGIO  After 20 months in U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement detention, J. underwent major surgery and was then released under an […]

By Kathy Griffith The Abundant Health Initiative of The United Methodist Church supports mothers and children through teaching about pregnancy and child care, making improved services more accessible and available, and encouraging community participation. Confidence in this partnership leads to trust, empowerment and peace of mind. In communities from Nepal to Congo, where pregnant women’s […]

By Christie R. House Patience Zakari, a young mother in rural Nigeria, was afraid to take her children to a clinic when they were sick with fever. She feared the cost of treatment, given her limited budget, which made it difficult to pay for essentials like food and school fees. She preferred, instead, to go […]