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  • GBHEM is seeking your input
    Published On: September 24, 2021

    “The General Board of Higher Education and Ministry (GBHEM) of The United Methodist Church (UMC) is partnering with Phoenix Marketing International (PMI) to conduct research related to the current and emerging needs of current and future leaders of the Church, the academy, and the world. Your voice and perspective are...

  • Published On: September 1, 2021

    The Reverend Gerald C. Liu, PhD, Director of Collegiate Ministries, Initiatives, and Belonging and ordained elder of the Mississippi Annual Conference is pleased to announce 10 Francis Asbury Award winners for the 2020 – 21 academic year on behalf of the General Board of Higher Education and Ministry [GBHEM] and...

  • Published On: August 31, 2021

    MUTARE, ZIMBABWE —At the United Methodist-related Africa University (AU), the university’s board of directors has opened a search for AU’s fifth Vice Chancellor. Bishop Mande Muyombo, chair of the Africa University Vice Chancellor Search Committee said the committee is working with Korn Ferry International (KFI) to identify a candidate who...

  • GBHEM LAUNCHES NEW COMPREHENSIVE EM360 ASSESSMENT SYSTEM TO HELP STRENGTHEN PASTORAL LEADERSHIP, ENHANCE CONNECTION
    Published On: June 11, 2021

    Research-Based, Strengths-Focused Tool Offers Enhanced Reporting, Mobile Format to Help Clergy, District Superintendents and Annual Conferences Better Quantify Leadership Effectiveness and Develop Plans to Enhance Ministry NASHVILLE, Tenn. – To ensure local pastors have a complete view of their ministry and how to continue developing engagement within their church, GBHEM...

  • BOM Academy 2020-2021
    Published On: April 7, 2021

    Sept. 23-May 29 The General Board of Higher Education and Ministry (GBHEM) invites you to join BOM Academy 2020-2021. We have remodeled our quadrennial training of Board of Ordained Ministry members into a unique multipart virtual training with special appearances by nationally renowned experts in theology and faithful leadership. As...

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Easter Sunday in Nashville

He is risen! Celebrating the Resurrection of Jesus Christ on the third day after his Crucifixion

Council of Bishops

The Council of Bishops is made up of all active and retired bishops of The United Methodist Church. The Council meets twice a year. According to the Book of Discipline, "The Church expects the Council of Bishops to speak to the Church and from the Church to the world and to give leadership in the quest ...

The Central Conference Theological Education Fund (CCTEF) was established by the 2012 General Conference of The United Methodist Church. The goal is to strengthen theological education and pastoral formation in all the Central Conferences in Africa, Europe, and the Philippines. The commission has awarded more than 154 grants, increasing the capacity of leaders in mission ...

Native American Ministries Sunday

The Native American Ministries offering provides scholarships for Native Americans studying at United Methodist schools of theology and empowers congregations to find culturally appropriate ways to minister to their communities through Christ's love.

United Methodist Student Day

United Methodist Student Day is observed to emphasize the value of education. Contributions received through this special Sunday support scholarships for United Methodist students pursuing undergraduate and graduate degrees.