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Pause for a moment to join us in prayer for those in the world affected by violence and oppression, and that we would remember the way that Jesus, the Prince of Peace, taught us how to live, with love and compassion and understanding for others in our daily lives.
December 18, 2025 at 4:39 PM
Pause for a moment to join us in prayer for those in the world affected by violence and oppression, and that we would remember the way that Jesus, the Prince of Peace, taught us how to live, with love and compassion and understanding for others in our daily lives.
Dr. Dana Lyles has been appointed executive director of Multiethnic Ministries for Global Ministries and Higher Education and Ministry, effective January 1.
Learn more about Dr. Lyles and discover how her leadership will strengthen the church's mission of diversity and inclusion.
#BeUMC
Learn more about Dr. Lyles and discover how her leadership will strengthen the church's mission of diversity and inclusion.
#BeUMC
Dr. Dana Lyles Appointed Executive Director of Multiethnic Ministries - General Board of Higher Education and Ministry
New joint role will guide multicultural ministries for Global Ministries and Higher Education and Ministry.
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December 17, 2025 at 8:09 PM
Dr. Dana Lyles has been appointed executive director of Multiethnic Ministries for Global Ministries and Higher Education and Ministry, effective January 1.
Learn more about Dr. Lyles and discover how her leadership will strengthen the church's mission of diversity and inclusion.
#BeUMC
Learn more about Dr. Lyles and discover how her leadership will strengthen the church's mission of diversity and inclusion.
#BeUMC
Earlier this year, a group of 15 people, including seven students from UMC seminaries in the U.S., embarked on a peace pilgrimage to the Holy Land, sponsored by Global Ministries.
December 15, 2025 at 4:26 PM
Earlier this year, a group of 15 people, including seven students from UMC seminaries in the U.S., embarked on a peace pilgrimage to the Holy Land, sponsored by Global Ministries.
United Methodist students — mark your calendars for Jan. 7, 2026!
GBHEM's scholarship portal will open that day for international and U.S.-based undergraduate and graduate students studying at colleges, universities and seminaries worldwide.
Learn more: gbhem.org/scholarships
GBHEM's scholarship portal will open that day for international and U.S.-based undergraduate and graduate students studying at colleges, universities and seminaries worldwide.
Learn more: gbhem.org/scholarships
December 12, 2025 at 5:41 PM
United Methodist students — mark your calendars for Jan. 7, 2026!
GBHEM's scholarship portal will open that day for international and U.S.-based undergraduate and graduate students studying at colleges, universities and seminaries worldwide.
Learn more: gbhem.org/scholarships
GBHEM's scholarship portal will open that day for international and U.S.-based undergraduate and graduate students studying at colleges, universities and seminaries worldwide.
Learn more: gbhem.org/scholarships
Pause for a moment to join us in prayer for the well-being of migrants and refugees, and that hearts may be filled with compassion and courage, embracing the dignity of all God's children.
Thank you to Bishop Juan De Dios Peña, president of CIEMAL, for leading us in this prayer.
Thank you to Bishop Juan De Dios Peña, president of CIEMAL, for leading us in this prayer.
December 11, 2025 at 3:08 PM
Pause for a moment to join us in prayer for the well-being of migrants and refugees, and that hearts may be filled with compassion and courage, embracing the dignity of all God's children.
Thank you to Bishop Juan De Dios Peña, president of CIEMAL, for leading us in this prayer.
Thank you to Bishop Juan De Dios Peña, president of CIEMAL, for leading us in this prayer.
Fulfilling the biblical mandate to welcome the stranger, UMCOR’s support has helped launch a new initiative in the Michigan Annual Conference: the Courageous Communities Project.
#BeUMC #ThisMomentMatters #WelcomeTheStranger
#BeUMC #ThisMomentMatters #WelcomeTheStranger
December 9, 2025 at 7:56 PM
Fulfilling the biblical mandate to welcome the stranger, UMCOR’s support has helped launch a new initiative in the Michigan Annual Conference: the Courageous Communities Project.
#BeUMC #ThisMomentMatters #WelcomeTheStranger
#BeUMC #ThisMomentMatters #WelcomeTheStranger
Right now, millions of people forcibly displaced from their homes around the world need hope and our care.
December 8, 2025 at 6:07 PM
Right now, millions of people forcibly displaced from their homes around the world need hope and our care.
This week, Higher Education and Ministry’s Course of Study (COS) Review Team met in Atlanta to consider revisions to the COS that ensure the program meets educational needs of today's licensed local pastors and position the program to meet future strategic needs.
December 5, 2025 at 9:36 PM
This week, Higher Education and Ministry’s Course of Study (COS) Review Team met in Atlanta to consider revisions to the COS that ensure the program meets educational needs of today's licensed local pastors and position the program to meet future strategic needs.
Giving Tuesday may have passed, but it's never too late to support future leaders and increase education access.
This Moment Matters. Together, let's help hope shine.
Give now: bit.ly/umceducation
#BeUMC #GivingTuesday #ThisMomentMatters
This Moment Matters. Together, let's help hope shine.
Give now: bit.ly/umceducation
#BeUMC #GivingTuesday #ThisMomentMatters
December 4, 2025 at 2:55 PM
Giving Tuesday may have passed, but it's never too late to support future leaders and increase education access.
This Moment Matters. Together, let's help hope shine.
Give now: bit.ly/umceducation
#BeUMC #GivingTuesday #ThisMomentMatters
This Moment Matters. Together, let's help hope shine.
Give now: bit.ly/umceducation
#BeUMC #GivingTuesday #ThisMomentMatters
Today is #GivingTuesday! ❤️
Will you be a light that helps students shine? Give now to empower the next generation of transformative leaders: bit.ly/umceducation
#BeUMC #ThisMomentMatters
Will you be a light that helps students shine? Give now to empower the next generation of transformative leaders: bit.ly/umceducation
#BeUMC #ThisMomentMatters
December 2, 2025 at 3:18 PM
Today is #GivingTuesday! ❤️
Will you be a light that helps students shine? Give now to empower the next generation of transformative leaders: bit.ly/umceducation
#BeUMC #ThisMomentMatters
Will you be a light that helps students shine? Give now to empower the next generation of transformative leaders: bit.ly/umceducation
#BeUMC #ThisMomentMatters
Access to education helps build brighter futures. Who will help students shine?
Make an early Giving Tuesday gift today: bit.ly/umceducation
#BeUMC #GivingTuesday #EducationMatters #ThisMomentMatters #SupportStudents
Make an early Giving Tuesday gift today: bit.ly/umceducation
#BeUMC #GivingTuesday #EducationMatters #ThisMomentMatters #SupportStudents
December 1, 2025 at 9:34 PM
Access to education helps build brighter futures. Who will help students shine?
Make an early Giving Tuesday gift today: bit.ly/umceducation
#BeUMC #GivingTuesday #EducationMatters #ThisMomentMatters #SupportStudents
Make an early Giving Tuesday gift today: bit.ly/umceducation
#BeUMC #GivingTuesday #EducationMatters #ThisMomentMatters #SupportStudents
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
#BeUMC #EducationMatters #ThisMomentMatters #LoveThyNeighbor
November 20, 2025 at 2:47 PM
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
#BeUMC #EducationMatters #ThisMomentMatters #LoveThyNeighbor
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
Support future leaders like Brittney: bit.ly/umceducation
November 18, 2025 at 9:35 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
Support future leaders like Brittney: bit.ly/umceducation
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...
#BeUMC
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...
#BeUMC
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
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...
#BeUMC
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...
#BeUMC
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
Support Global Ministries' Global Health efforts: bit.ly/umcgh
#BeUMC #CareForTheSick #ThisMomentMatters #LoveThyNeighbor
November 13, 2025 at 11:21 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
Support Global Ministries' Global Health efforts: bit.ly/umcgh
#BeUMC #CareForTheSick #ThisMomentMatters #LoveThyNeighbor
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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This week, meet the Rev. Max Blalock, chaplain at North Central College, and read his reflection "Love Is Action": www.gbhem.org/news/monday-....
#BeUMC
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
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-....
#BeUMC
This week, meet the Rev. Max Blalock, chaplain at North Central College, and read his reflection "Love Is Action": www.gbhem.org/news/monday-....
#BeUMC
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...
#BeUMC #ThisMomentMatters
www.resourceumc.org/en/umc-resou...
#BeUMC #ThisMomentMatters
November 7, 2025 at 2:41 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...
#BeUMC #ThisMomentMatters
www.resourceumc.org/en/umc-resou...
#BeUMC #ThisMomentMatters
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
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
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
Global instability, humanitarian crises and an erosion of support systems have put already struggling families and communities at further risk.
#BeUMC #ThisMomentMatters #LoveThyNeighbor
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
#BeUMC #ThisMomentMatters #LoveThyNeighbor
Will you join us in welcoming the stranger, feeding the hungry and caring for the sick?
Visit ThisMomentMatters.org
#BeUMC #ThisMomentMatters #LoveThyNeighbor
November 3, 2025 at 10:26 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
#BeUMC #ThisMomentMatters #LoveThyNeighbor
Will you join us in welcoming the stranger, feeding the hungry and caring for the sick?
Visit ThisMomentMatters.org
#BeUMC #ThisMomentMatters #LoveThyNeighbor
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
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.
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."
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
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."
From Clark Atlanta University, read the Rev. Dr. Tonya Miles' reflection, "Acts of Love" or "Loving Ourselves Free."
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.
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
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.
Education (AAMIHE) and the African Association of United Methodist
Theological Institutions (AAUMTI) held a joint conference in Johannesburg, South Africa.
The Central Conference Theological Education Fund (CCTEF) grant application is open TODAY! 🎉
October 15, 2025 at 7:45 PM
The Central Conference Theological Education Fund (CCTEF) grant application is open TODAY! 🎉
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-...
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 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-...
Meet the Rev. Meghan Benson, chaplain at Duke Divinity School, and read her reflection "God Offers the Long View": www.gbhem.org/news/monday-...
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-...
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
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-...
Meet the Rev. Brian Anderson, chaplain at Alaska Pacific University, and read his reflection "Fog on the Road": www.gbhem.org/news/monday-...