Back-to-School in Mozambique
The back-to-school season is cross-cultural, and students in Mozambique are preparing for their fall studies. We are celebrating Hortencia, a student from Madagascar, as she begins her studies at Africa University. She will complete an Intensive English Program before she begins her theology degree next year. Hortencia's tuition and travel was supported by Missouri United Methodists! Learn more about how you can support seminary students →
Ongoing Projects Continue Making an Impact
Sewing a Better Future: The United Methodist Women in Mozambique have long supported local church ministries that teach women vocational skills, like sewing. A few years ago, the Mozambique Initiative made projects like these its Giving Tuesday focus. New ministries of this type continue to launch! In May 2025, the village of Bela-Vista began its Cutting, Sewing and Cooking Project. Read more from Roque, a Mozambique-based journalist →
Solar Panel Project: For the past few years, the Mozambique Initiative has raised funds to install solar panels on parsonages and, thus, bring electricity to rural communities. A young disciple from Missouri wanted to bring solar panels to his church, and his excitement helped bring electricity to communities in Mozambique.
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Mozambique VBS Mission Project Kit Now Available
Summer break is behind us, but we know many churches are already thinking about next summer's activities, particularly Vacation Bible School. This summer we created and tested (thanks Red Bridge UMC!) a clean water-related VBS mission activity for kids. Throughout the week, participants raise funds to share clean water in Mozambique. The full kit is available to download for free at this link.
