Conference Committee
Native American Ministry
Ministries of Faith in Action
The Native American Ministry serves the purpose of supporting our Native American brothers and sisters through scholarships, donation streams and more. Our mission is to strengthen Native American ministries and communities around the country through the development of various programs that have helped generate donations that have assisted empowering congregations and restoring hope in impoverished communities.
News & Events
Prescott Valley UMC selects Fort Yuma UMC as the November mission focus, and your church can too
Looking for a way to honor, support, or engage with Native American Ministries? Consider adopting Fort Yuma UMC this Christmas or plan to volunteer with UMVIM in January.
Justice for our Children: Healing for Our Native American Communities
“Justice for our Children: Healing for Our Communities” is the theme of this year’s observance, which pays particular attention to those Native American children who died at the schools and whose bodies were buried far from their homes. Resources are available for churches to join the prayer and action.
Applications open for Mustard Seed Migration Grants
Mustard Seed Migration Grants provide up to 50 congregations in the United States with up to $2,000 in funding to support one-time, community-based projects that assist refugees, asylum seekers, undocumented persons, and migrants of all types. Applications will be...
Church and Society Now Accepting Applications for 2022 Grant Funding
Originally published at https://www.umcjustice.org/news-and-stories/church-and-society-now-accepting-applications-for-2022-grant-funding-1586 The General Board of Church and Society (GBCS) awards grants to United Methodist congregations and groups related to The...
Four Corners Native American Ministries needs your help
Four Corners Native American Ministry in Shiprock, New Mexico, held their kid Fest last week to give gifts and backpacks with school supplies. We gave out close to 100 backpacks on kid Fest day, but it was not enough. We were overwhelmed to see over 400 kids...
Native American Ministries Sunday is April 18, 2021
In the secular world, November is Native American/Indigenous heritage celebration month. In the United Methodist Church, we have a special Sunday to observe Native American ministries. That date is April 18, 2021. Use the UMC Resources downloadable promotion pieces...
Are you ready for Native American Ministries Sunday, May 5th, 2019
Arizona and Nevada are home to at least 33 sovereign nations. Learn more about how your church can be involved in the vibrant life of our Native American communities of the Desert Southwest Conference. Contact brambikur@dscumc.org Click Here for resources for...
Native American Ministries Sunday is April 30
Equip your greeters and ushers to be extravagantly hospitable by watching this brief 2-minute video for cultural awareness. Our Committee on Native American Ministries appreciates your commitment to being warmly welcoming to our Native guests!
Contact
Gary Long
Chair
Rev. Matthew Ashley
District Superintendent Rep
Call the Desert Southwest Conference
Email Gary
Native American Ministry Archives
Team Members
Antone Reggie
Manuel Jimenez
Deborah Williams
Resources
Pastor/Leader Kit
This Special Sunday Kit provides a various ready-to-use resources that will help your church celebrate Special Sunday, by defining how we give, why we give and the impact we make through our efforts.
Discipling Resources
Learn how you can help make more disciples and help grow the kingdom of God.
Native American Ministries Sunday
Learn More about Native American Ministries Sunday, and how it serves as a reminder of the wonderful gifts and contributions that Native American culture has provided society for centuries.
ResourceUMC
Find online resources for ideas and information that will help inspire connection between leaders in our community.
DSC Race Coalition
Find online resources for ideas and information that will help inspire connection between leaders in our community.
