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Pause for a moment and join us in prayer for students, teachers and leaders—that new pathways of access, inclusion and opportunity would open in these challenging times in higher education.

#BeUMC #EducationMatters #ThisMomentMatters #LoveThyNeighbor
November 20, 2025 at 2:47 PM
Brittney Daniel, a psychology major at Paine College, is committed to transforming young lives. Faith, determination and scholarship support from GBHEM are turning her vision of helping to reform the juvenile justice system into reality.

Support future leaders like Brittney: bit.ly/umceducation
November 18, 2025 at 9:35 PM
Together, we can open more pathways of educational equity and opportunity, equipping leaders to serve faithfully in a changing world.

Learn how GBHEM is sustaining access to education and shaping future leaders, and discover how you can join us in this work: www.gbhem.org/news/securin...

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Securing the Future of Education: A Wesleyan Call to Action - General Board of Higher Education and Ministry
Join the This Moment Matters Campaign—a Wesleyan call to secure education’s future through equity, innovation, and faith-driven leadership.
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November 17, 2025 at 7:23 PM
Pause for a moment and join us in prayer for health care workers, caregivers, patients and all who've been impacted by funding disruptions to health programs around the world.

Support Global Ministries' Global Health efforts: bit.ly/umcgh

#BeUMC #CareForTheSick #ThisMomentMatters #LoveThyNeighbor
November 13, 2025 at 11:21 PM
In these uncertain times in higher education, we asked 6 United Methodist chaplains what gives them hope as they minister with students.

This week, meet the Rev. Max Blalock, chaplain at North Central College, and read his reflection "Love Is Action": www.gbhem.org/news/monday-....

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Monday Reflections: Blalock’s Ministry Responds to Fear on Campus with Faith and Inclusion - General Board of Higher Education and Ministry
Rev. Max Blalock builds inclusive campus communities at North Central College, transforming and saving lives through ministry.
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November 12, 2025 at 5:40 PM
United Methodist leaders—explore these ready-to-use "This Moment Matters" giving campaign resources, designed to inspire your congregation or faith community to respond with courage and compassion to the needs of the vulnerable.

www.resourceumc.org/en/umc-resou...

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November 7, 2025 at 2:41 PM
As the year draws to a close, we stand at a critical crossroads.

Global instability, humanitarian crises and an erosion of support systems have put already struggling families and communities at further risk.

#BeUMC #ThisMomentMatters #LoveThyNeighbor
November 4, 2025 at 7:49 PM
This Moment Matters — because it's "who is my neighbor," not "who is my enemy."

Will you join us in welcoming the stranger, feeding the hungry and caring for the sick?

Visit ThisMomentMatters.org

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November 3, 2025 at 10:26 PM
The Rev. Dr. Kent A. Lundy, director of the United Methodist Endorsing Agency (UMEA), recently visited Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary in Evanston, Illinois, to meet with students interested in endorsed chaplaincy.
October 30, 2025 at 2:47 PM
In these uncertain times in higher education, we asked six United Methodist chaplains what gives them hope as they minister with students across the country.

From Clark Atlanta University, read the Rev. Dr. Tonya Miles' reflection, "Acts of Love" or "Loving Ourselves Free."
Monday Reflections: Acts of Love or Loving Ourselves Free - General Board of Higher Education and Ministry
Acts of love and service reflect true freedom in Christ—discover insights on faith, community, and purpose.
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October 27, 2025 at 8:53 PM
From Oct. 13-15, the African Association of Methodist Institutions of Higher
Education (AAMIHE) and the African Association of United Methodist
Theological Institutions (AAUMTI) held a joint conference in Johannesburg, South Africa.
October 23, 2025 at 3:02 PM
The Central Conference Theological Education Fund (CCTEF) grant application is open TODAY! 🎉
October 15, 2025 at 7:45 PM
In these uncertain times in higher education, we asked 6 United Methodist chaplains what gives them hope as they minister with students across the U.S.

Meet the Rev. Meghan Benson, chaplain at Duke Divinity School, and read her reflection "God Offers the Long View": www.gbhem.org/news/monday-...
October 13, 2025 at 8:56 PM
In these uncertain times in higher education, we asked 6 United Methodist chaplains what gives them hope as they minister with students across the country.

Meet the Rev. Brian Anderson, chaplain at Alaska Pacific University, and read his reflection "Fog on the Road": www.gbhem.org/news/monday-...
October 10, 2025 at 1:36 PM
Yesterday, in his report to the boards of GBHEM, UMCOR and GBGM, General Secretary Roland Fernandes shared how both agencies are strengthening their alignment and faithfully responding to increased needs in vulnerable communities worldwide.

#BeUMC #ThisMomentMatters #LoveThyNeighbor
October 9, 2025 at 7:05 PM
A pioneering partnership between Garrett Evangelical-Theological Seminary and Africa University is reshaping how theological education is delivered globally, thanks to a $400,000 grant from the Ministerial Education Fund (MEF) administered by GBHEM.
October 3, 2025 at 3:08 PM
With the support of a scholarship made possible by the World Communion Sunday offering, the Rev. Yav Mbay, an Africa University student, plans to use his education in conflict transformation to be an instrument of peace and change in his home country, the Democratic Republic of Congo.

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October 1, 2025 at 6:08 PM
Celebrating 30 years of Study USA!
 
In early September, United Methodist leaders in higher education joined with delegates from Presbyterian and Catholic higher education institutions to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Study USA partnership with the British Council in Northern Ireland.
September 30, 2025 at 6:39 PM
GBHEM joins the Paine College community in celebrating the inauguration of Dr. Lester Agyei McCorn, its 18th president!
September 26, 2025 at 4:26 PM
We are excited to announce the appointment of the Rev. Dr. (Lt. Col.) Kent Lundy as director of the United Methodist Endorsing Agency (UMEA), effective Oct. 1, 2025!
September 24, 2025 at 8:30 PM
GBHEM's Director of Education, the Rev. Dr. Tammy Gieselman, joins the Union Commonwealth University community in celebrating the installation of Dr. DJ Washington, their 20th president and first African American president!
September 24, 2025 at 1:45 PM
Throughout her 20 years of service in United Methodist higher education roles, Dr. Cynthia Bond Hopson faithfully transformed the lives of students of color through her mentorship efforts, her leadership of the Black College Fund, and her service as GBHEM's chief equity officer.
September 22, 2025 at 8:23 PM
Learn more about the Center for Integrative Pastoral Practices (CIPP), and how Methodist Theological School in Ohio (MTSO) will advance this vital work of training and nurturing future chaplains, spiritual care providers and pastoral counselors: lnkd.in/eXS-ZZtW
MTSO will be the new home of the Center for Integrative Pastoral Practice - General Board of Higher Education and Ministry
Methodist Theological School in Ohio has been selected as the new academic home of the Center for Integrative Pastoral Practice (CIPP).
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September 12, 2025 at 7:19 PM
Please join us in prayer for the students and staff on university campuses throughout the U.S., including those at HBCUs and several Methodist-related HBCUs across the country. Several institutions received possible threats, leading to campus lockdowns and shutdowns.
September 11, 2025 at 9:06 PM
GBHEM is excited to work with the Rev. Dr. Stuart Gulley, the new executive director of the North American Association of Methodist Schools, Colleges and Universities (NAAMSCU)!

Learn more about Rev. Dr. Gulley and how his leadership will advance the work of NAAMSCU: www.gbhem.org/news/gulley-...
September 11, 2025 at 6:37 PM