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Global Communications Technology

Share life-saving messages through technology

Global Communications Technology is about building an innovative communications and technology infrastructure so that United Methodists can share life-saving and life-changing messages throughout the world. The Global Communications Technology team at United Methodist Communications is committed to:

  • improving access to information through same-day and sustained communications tools such as mass text messaging and internet connectivity
  • putting our church on the map and facilitating quicker and more efficient response through global mapping
  • engaging in programmatic partnerships that allow us to apply skills and know-how to create positive change
Gracia Wakusomba, a pregnant mother of three, reads a text reminding her of an upcoming appointment at the United Methodist Health Center in Irambo, Democratic Republic of Congo. The hospital works in partnership with central conference communicators to relay the messages. Photo by Philippe Kituka Lolonga, UMNS.
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Mission

Messaging system connects United Methodists in Africa

The UMConnect group in Africa is using text alerts for evangelism, to share news of The United Methodist Church and to promote better health in the community.

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The [em]POWERED initiative delivers messages of opportunity, hope and healing and provides technology and training in a culturally relevant context. Image by United Methodist Communications.
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[EM]POWERED: Linking Faith and Technology

The [em]POWERED initiative delivers messages of opportunity, hope and healing and provides technology and training in a culturally relevant context.

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