Faith Stories

The Rev. Nellya Shakirova (wearing green shirt) hosts a multinational fellowship meal in the sanctuary at Bishkek United Methodist Church in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan. Photo by Mike DuBose, UM News.

Students find home, unity at Bishkek church

At a small United Methodist church in the capital of Kyrgyzstan, “mama pastor” Nellya Shakirova helps Indian and Pakistani students come together despite political differences back home.

Faith Stories

Young people from Livespring United Methodist Church and guests make their way into the Tian Shan mountains near Kara-Balta, Kyrgyzstan, for a day of sliding in the snow. They are carrying empty pet food bags to use as makeshift sleds. Photo by Mike DuBose, UM News.

Young people drive church growth in Kyrgyzstan

For youth and young adults, the United Methodist community in Central Asia represents family and a place to experience God’s love.

Faith Stories

A lifelong United Methodist, wheelchair user and adaptive sports enthusiast, Amy Saffell is a dedicated advocate and mentor for those with physical disabilities. Photos courtesy of Amy Saffell.

Woman helps empower kids with physical disabilities

United Methodist, wheelchair user and adaptive sports enthusiast, Amy Saffell is a dedicated advocate and mentor for those with physical disabilities. She leads ABLE Youth where children are taught to Adapt, Believe, Love and Enjoy life. Laura Buchanan with UMC.org has the story.

Evangelism

The Rev. Tapiwa Nyangani greets two artisan miners during a special crusade to bring people to Christ in the Marange District in the Zimbabwe East Conference of The United Methodist Church. The three-day event brought the Gospel to 238 villagers’ homes. Photo by Kudzai Chingwe, UM News.

Church brings Christ to villagers’ doorsteps

Crusade helps Marange District in Zimbabwe to regain some membership lost during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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