The Commission meets once a year to review grant applications for the Central Conference Theological Education Fund. All applications are screened by a committee from each Central Conference. During the commission

The Chairs of the Order of Deacons across the connection will gather to network, share stories, and offer wisdom to others serving in these communities. The Chairs will gather via

Virtual formal meeting for GBHEM Board of Directors focused on General Secretary updates, strategic planning updates, plenary sessions, and subcommittee meetings.

General Secretary, Rev. Dr. Greg Bergquist will attend the Africa University Board of Directors meeting. Bergquist, who is a member of will share updates and reports on behalf of GBHEM.

GBHEM will visit Wesley College, the newest school in Bishop Muyombo’s Episcopal Area. Bishop Muyombo is the first graduate of Africa University to be elected bishop and the youngest episcopal

GBHEM will provide a live training for a District Committee within the New Mexico Annual Conference. This training will follow an asynchronous offering by GBHEM to equip newer members with

  United Methodist representatives from all African annual conferences, episcopal leaders from across the continent, and Global Ministries Board of Directors and regional missionaries serving in Africa will gather for

  The Transforming Lives Methodist Education International Conference will be held in April 2023 where several of our GBHEM staff will present and facilitate conversations surrounding higher education and our Christian faith.

Rev. Greg Bergquist will attend the Council of Bishops meeting in May 2023. The Council generally meets twice a year with additional meetings as needed. Together, as the Council, they provide