The Arbor Church - World Missions

A message from our Bishops regarding Ukraine and Russia.

Dear Free Methodist Family,

The conflict between Russia and Ukraine threatens peace in Europe and the whole world. This urgent and evolving crisis requires the attention and solidarity of the global Christian community.

We’re reminded of the Psalmist, “Search for peace, and work to maintain it" (Psalm 34:14). We join our church family in the region, calling for peace between Russia and Ukraine. We call for a peaceful way forward and invite Free Methodists around the world to pray for unity.

This is an opportunity for the church in Europe. We are expecting more than 4 million refugees in the coming weeks who will need housing, food, and clothing. These will first enter through the countries neighboring Ukraine, but will then disperse throughout Europe as countries open their doors to receive them. Our churches in Europe are in a position to help and will need your partnership.

By His grace, many will come to know the transforming power of God, through the act of love.

If you would like to help financially, you may give through the Bishops' Crisis Response Fund at https://buff.ly/2XfEeMe and designate it for ‘Ukraine.’

In Christ,
Linda Adams, Keith Cowart, Matthew Whitehead
The Board of Bishops