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Bringing people together to discern, learn, and lead for the worldwide Church and Academy. An agency of the United Methodist Church.

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Thank you to Bishop Sandra Steiner Ball, president of GBHEM's board of directors and episcopal leader of the Western Pennsylvania Annual Conference, for leading us in this prayer.

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November 20, 2025 at 2:47 PM
Thank you to Bishop Kennetha Bigham-Tsai, vice chair of the General Board of Higher Education and Ministry, chair of the Ministry Study Committee and bishop of the Iowa Episcopal Area and Illinois Great Rivers Episcopal Area, for leading us in this prayer.
November 13, 2025 at 11:21 PM
With your gifts and support, we can make an even greater impact. Together, let's respond to God's call to welcome the stranger, feed the hungry and tend to the sick. ⬇️

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This Moment Matters: A Call for Compassionate Giving - General Board of Higher Education and Ministry
Compassionate giving creates lasting impact. This moment matters — your generosity can bring hope, healing and connection.
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November 4, 2025 at 7:49 PM
From Nov. 1-Dec. 31, GBGM and GBHEM invite you to participate in our end-of-year giving campaign, inspired by our new granting and giving initiative, This Moment Matters, focusing on five vital areas of response — agriculture and food security, education, global health, migration and peace.
November 4, 2025 at 7:49 PM
This visit highlighted the growing demand of endorsed chaplaincy and the important partnership between GBHEM and academia.

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Chaplains Pastoral Counselors - General Board of Higher Education and Ministry
Not all United Methodist clergy serve in church congregations. Today, more than 1,700 United Methodist clergy endorsed by GBHEM’s United Methodist Endorsing Agency (UMEA) are answering God’s call and ...
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October 30, 2025 at 2:47 PM
We are thankful for these incredible and impactful leaders as they advance the development and accessibility of Methodist higher education on the African continent!
October 23, 2025 at 3:02 PM
Concluding the week in Johannesburg, the Africa Senate for Methodist Education (ASME), a collaborative effort between AAMIHE and AAUMTI, held its first in-person meeting. ASME aims to evaluate and support the development of Methodist education across Africa.
October 23, 2025 at 3:02 PM
The associations focused on the theme "Pan-African Collaborative Partnerships for Sustainable Development of Higher Education Institutions." The Board of Directors of the International Association of Methodist Schools, Colleges, and Universities (IAMSCU) joined the conference.
October 23, 2025 at 3:02 PM
Between October 15 and December 15, United Methodist institutions and organizations in Central Conferences can apply for grants that will support theological education and innovative ministry programs.

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The Central Conference Theological Education Fund - General Board of Higher Education and Ministry
Discover how the Central Conference Theological Education Fund (CCTEF) supports theological education and leadership development worldwide.
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October 15, 2025 at 7:45 PM
Read a summary of his report and learn how you can join us in this vital response: umcmission.org/story/genera...
General secretary outlines faith-based response to humanitarian crises unfolding amid shifting geopolitical contexts
General Secretary Roland Fernandes outlines a faith-based response to global humanitarian crises amid shifting geopolitical landscapes.
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October 9, 2025 at 7:05 PM