Jim Cox
@jimdcox.bsky.social
humanitarian, traveler, all things Michigan, Spartan, UMCOR dedicated
Could not agree more. UMCOR continues to provide humanitarian assistance to Gaza! @umnews.bsky.social @umcor.bsky.social
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Israel has committed genocide in Gaza, UN commission of inquiry says
The panel finds that four of the five genocidal acts defined under international law have been carried out against Palestinians during the war.
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September 18, 2025 at 12:59 AM
Could not agree more. UMCOR continues to provide humanitarian assistance to Gaza! @umnews.bsky.social @umcor.bsky.social
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What devastating weekend. So pleased we help now and through recovery.
As devastation worsens from the catastrophic flooding in Central Texas, we have issued a solidarity grant to the Río Texas Annual Conference.
Please continue to pray for those who have lost loved ones and for all who have been impacted by this devastating disaster.
Give here: bit.ly/umcorusdr
Please continue to pray for those who have lost loved ones and for all who have been impacted by this devastating disaster.
Give here: bit.ly/umcorusdr
July 7, 2025 at 7:47 PM
What devastating weekend. So pleased we help now and through recovery.
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We ask you continue to pray for the people of the Rio Texas Conference and all affected by these devastating floods in Kerr County. www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=...
Please know you can also give to UMCOR U.S. Disaster Response umcmission.org/advance-proj...
Please know you can also give to UMCOR U.S. Disaster Response umcmission.org/advance-proj...
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July 5, 2025 at 11:36 AM
We ask you continue to pray for the people of the Rio Texas Conference and all affected by these devastating floods in Kerr County. www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=...
Please know you can also give to UMCOR U.S. Disaster Response umcmission.org/advance-proj...
Please know you can also give to UMCOR U.S. Disaster Response umcmission.org/advance-proj...
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We have awarded a solidarity grant to support the Minnesota Annual Conference’s relief efforts in response to multiple severe weather events, including a microburst and multiple tornadoes, that have impacted the state in the last week.
Support our U.S. disaster response efforts: bit.ly/umcorusdr
Support our U.S. disaster response efforts: bit.ly/umcorusdr
July 3, 2025 at 7:25 PM
We have awarded a solidarity grant to support the Minnesota Annual Conference’s relief efforts in response to multiple severe weather events, including a microburst and multiple tornadoes, that have impacted the state in the last week.
Support our U.S. disaster response efforts: bit.ly/umcorusdr
Support our U.S. disaster response efforts: bit.ly/umcorusdr
Thoughts and prayers for those in Texas. UMCOR is ready to support our partners.
Join us in prayer for people in Kerr County, Texas as catastrophic flash flooding has impacted the area today. At least 13 people have died and more than 20 people are missing.
We are prepared to support the Rio Texas Annual Conference’s relief efforts as they navigate this tragedy.
#TexasFlooding
We are prepared to support the Rio Texas Annual Conference’s relief efforts as they navigate this tragedy.
#TexasFlooding
July 5, 2025 at 1:46 PM
Thoughts and prayers for those in Texas. UMCOR is ready to support our partners.
Encouraging news. I remain cautiously optimistic. Regardless, UMCOR will continue to support those in Eastern Congo. I look forward to my visit next week to learn more.
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Rwanda, Congo sign peace deal in US to end fighting, attract investment
The agreement marks a breakthrough in talks and intends to attract billions of dollars of Western investment to a region rich in cobalt, copper, lithium and other minerals.
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June 29, 2025 at 1:49 AM
Encouraging news. I remain cautiously optimistic. Regardless, UMCOR will continue to support those in Eastern Congo. I look forward to my visit next week to learn more.
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Faith-based organizations will step up and play their role; however, we need the Federal Government as a partner in this journey. @umnews.bsky.social @umcmission.bsky.social
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As FEMA Shrinks, a Grassroots Disaster Response Is Taking Shape
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June 27, 2025 at 1:10 PM
Faith-based organizations will step up and play their role; however, we need the Federal Government as a partner in this journey. @umnews.bsky.social @umcmission.bsky.social
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Proud to be part of this critical movement. This moment matters!! @umnews.bsky.social @umcor.bsky.social
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Global Ministries | This Moment Matters
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June 25, 2025 at 5:30 PM
Proud to be part of this critical movement. This moment matters!! @umnews.bsky.social @umcor.bsky.social
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Missteps, Confusion and ‘Viral Waste’: The 14 Days That Doomed U.S.A.I.D.
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June 23, 2025 at 12:07 AM
With so much need in the world, lets stay focused on individuals and families that face violence and persecution!
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Episcopal Church refuses to resettle white Afrikaners, ends partnership with US government
(RNS) — 'In light of our church’s steadfast commitment to racial justice and reconciliation and our historic ties with the Anglican Church of Southern Africa, we are not able to take this step,' the p...
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May 13, 2025 at 2:55 PM
With so much need in the world, lets stay focused on individuals and families that face violence and persecution!
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UMCOR continues to support Ukraine! Now is not the time to walk away!
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UMCOR awards new grants for displaced communities in Ukraine
As U.S. government support for Ukraine decreases, directors of UMCOR and Global Ministries approve grants that help fill some gaps and ease uncertainty.
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April 28, 2025 at 8:32 PM
UMCOR continues to support Ukraine! Now is not the time to walk away!
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We have an amazing Board--fired up and ready to respond.
"How is GBGM extending the compassion and hope of God in these times of uncertainty and change?"
Hear from board member Dr. Beth Corrie.
#BeUMC
Hear from board member Dr. Beth Corrie.
#BeUMC
April 12, 2025 at 7:27 PM
We have an amazing Board--fired up and ready to respond.
Great week of meetings. Everyone together as the world will need Faith-based organizations now more than ever.
On this final day of the joint spring board meeting, we give thanks to our board members for their commitment to the work of Global Ministries, UMCOR, and Higher Education and Ministry!
#BeUMC
#BeUMC
April 12, 2025 at 7:24 PM
Great week of meetings. Everyone together as the world will need Faith-based organizations now more than ever.
Stand by for additional programming planned for UMCOR in Ukraine. We will not turn our back on this important issue.
Discover how United Methodists are caring for displaced Ukrainians by establishing and maintaining multiple shelters, including a hotel purchased with an UMCOR grant that now serves as a shelter and outreach center in the war-torn country.
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#BeUMC #StandWithUkraine
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#BeUMC #StandWithUkraine
March 27, 2025 at 3:22 PM
Stand by for additional programming planned for UMCOR in Ukraine. We will not turn our back on this important issue.
UMCOR is ready to continue to serve those communities in most need. @umcor.bsky.social @umcmission.bsky.social
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Church grapples with loss of foreign aid | UMNews.org
United Methodists are feeling the effects of the gutting of U.S. foreign assistance and speaking out about how such aid saves lives. Heather Hahn reports for UM News.
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March 26, 2025 at 4:03 PM
UMCOR is ready to continue to serve those communities in most need. @umcor.bsky.social @umcmission.bsky.social
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Lives will be lost. UMCOR will be called to take on more responsibility in the communities we serve. @umcor.bsky.social @umnews.bsky.social
U.S. to End Vaccine Funds for Poor Countries www.nytimes.com/2025/03/26/h...
U.S. to End Vaccine Funds for Poor Countries www.nytimes.com/2025/03/26/h...
U.S. to End Vaccine Funds for Poor Countries
A 281-page spreadsheet obtained by The Times lists the Trump administration’s plans for thousands of foreign aid programs.
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March 26, 2025 at 3:03 PM
Lives will be lost. UMCOR will be called to take on more responsibility in the communities we serve. @umcor.bsky.social @umnews.bsky.social
U.S. to End Vaccine Funds for Poor Countries www.nytimes.com/2025/03/26/h...
U.S. to End Vaccine Funds for Poor Countries www.nytimes.com/2025/03/26/h...
Is this our legacy? We have to do better. UMCOR will be working to fill the gap. @umnews.bsky.social @umcor.bsky.social
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Opinion | Musk Said No One Has Died Since Aid Was Cut. That Isn’t True. (Gift Article)
A journey through the front lines of global poverty shows that when the world’s richest men slash aid for the world’s poorest children, the result is sickness, starvation and death.
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March 18, 2025 at 3:57 PM
Is this our legacy? We have to do better. UMCOR will be working to fill the gap. @umnews.bsky.social @umcor.bsky.social
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Faith-based health facilties are on the front lines providing care at great personal risk.
Fighting in eastern Congo has affected United Methodist families and ministries, including an attack at United Methodist Irambo Health Center in Bukavu.
Violence, vandalism strike church in Congo | UMNews.org
Fighting in eastern Congo has affected United Methodist families and ministries, including an attack at United Methodist Irambo Health Center in Bukavu.
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March 12, 2025 at 1:17 AM
Faith-based health facilties are on the front lines providing care at great personal risk.
UMCOR is responding to complex emergencies around the globe. UMCOR is needed now more than ever. Keep UMCOR in mind for UMCOR Sunday. @umnews.bsky.social
Join us in prayer for the people of Syria, as recent violence in the country has led to the deaths of approximately 1,400 people so far.
We are coordinating to support the response efforts of our partners in the region.
To support our international disaster response, give here: bit.ly/umcoridr
We are coordinating to support the response efforts of our partners in the region.
To support our international disaster response, give here: bit.ly/umcoridr
March 10, 2025 at 9:29 PM
UMCOR is responding to complex emergencies around the globe. UMCOR is needed now more than ever. Keep UMCOR in mind for UMCOR Sunday. @umnews.bsky.social
Great idea. I have so many!!
On this International Women's Day, take a moment to think of the women who have supported you, encouraged you, inspired you, fed you, taught you, prayed for you, challenged you, loved you. Find a way to thank and honor them today. #InternationalWomensDay
March 8, 2025 at 11:38 PM
Great idea. I have so many!!
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Happy #InternationalWomensDay! The General Commission on Religion and Race celebrates the accomplishments of the first women to serve as #UMC bishops in Africa, Europe and Asia.
Celebrating Central Conference Female Bishops’ Leadership in Counteracting Xenophobia, Addressing Racism, and Fostering Intercultural Competency | ResourceUMC
The General Commission on Religion and Race celebrates the leadership of female Bishops in the Central Conference during Women's History Month.
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March 8, 2025 at 4:05 PM
Happy #InternationalWomensDay! The General Commission on Religion and Race celebrates the accomplishments of the first women to serve as #UMC bishops in Africa, Europe and Asia.
Happy International Women's Day! Many of the UMCOR communities are supported and led by powerful women. Today is their day!! @umcor.bsky.social @umnews.bsky.social
March 8, 2025 at 3:02 PM
Happy International Women's Day! Many of the UMCOR communities are supported and led by powerful women. Today is their day!! @umcor.bsky.social @umnews.bsky.social
I am proud to be part of this team and grateful for all of our global partners. @umnews.bsky.social
Our global response is strengthened by gifts to the UMCOR Sunday offering, which covers our administrative costs and enables us to dedicate 100% of additional funds to the church's humanitarian relief and recovery efforts.
Give generously on March 30, 2025: donate.gcfa.org/umcor
#BeUMC
Give generously on March 30, 2025: donate.gcfa.org/umcor
#BeUMC
March 8, 2025 at 2:20 PM
I am proud to be part of this team and grateful for all of our global partners. @umnews.bsky.social