United Methodist Missionary Association

Mission Contexts and Relationships

This Task Force is concerned with how the General Board of Global Ministries, its staff, and mission personnel relate to denominational and ecumenical structures and to the cultures in which mission occurs. It explores opportunities and problems related to GBGM policies or implementation of them and looks for ways to convey concerns to appropriate GBGM staff and directors.

To participate in the work of the Task Force, please contact Gene Matthews 3413 East Court St.,Iowa City, IA 52246; Telephone: 319.358.9464; Fax: 319.358.9467; email: .

Communications

This Task Force shall be headed by a Chair assisted by an editorial committee chosen by the Task Force's Chair which shall include the Steering Committee Chair and the Coordinator.

The Task Force shall be responsible for publishing the UMMA UPDATE, both email and regular mail editions, and developing other literature which can be used to recruit members and promote UMMA's purpose. The Task Force shall also be responsible for the oversight of UMMA's web site.

To submit articles or letters to the editor contact Richard Schwenk, 1130 Rexford Ave., Pasadena, CA 91107-1711; Tel.: 626.351.2311; email: .

Other Issues

Collins Fund, Pensions and Health Fund Issues

Questions relating to these issues should be sent to Howard Heiner, 798 Garden Way, Ashland, OR 97520; Telephone: 541.488.9348; email: heiner@ccountry.net.

Missionary Retiree-Board Relations

We welcome your comments: