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SUMMARY:2025 UMC Deacons Fall Gathering
DESCRIPTION:Deacons from the 2024 Fall Gathering in Atlanta \nAll deacons — candidates\, provisional and full connection\, retired\, and those discerning a call to the Order — are warmly invited to attend the 2025 United Methodist Church Deacons Fall Gathering on September 22-24. This sacred time of learning\, reflection and fellowship will focus on the unique identity\, call and mission of the deacon within the UMC. \nThe gathering begins at 4 p.m. Monday\, September 22\, with fellowship and worship\, and concludes on the morning of Wednesday\, September 24\, with a service of worship and sending forth. The in-person gathering is full\, but the virtual option is available!  \nPlenary sessions will explore the evolving role of the deacon considering recent changes to the Book of Discipline following the 2020/2024 General Conference\, particularly the updates concerning sacramental authority across diverse ministry contexts. Small group conversations\, breakout sessions\, and panel discussions will also engage with A Sacred Trust\, the guiding document presented by the Study of Ministry Commission. \nAdditionally\, we will collaborate on concrete strategies for ongoing connection throughout this quadrennium\, enhancing fellowship and communication across the Order. \n1 CEU available is upon request for attending this event. \nREGISTER TODAY\nPre-Conference Gatherings \nTwo optional pre-conference sessions are scheduled for chairs of the Order of Deacons and for candidates and provisional members. These will begin at 1 p.m.  Monday\, September 22. \nLogistics & Registration: There is no registration fee for this event. Participants are responsible for arranging for their accommodations in Nashville. A list of nearby hotels—within walking distance of the Denman Building and GBHEM offices—will be provided upon registration. A courtesy block of rooms is available at the Embassy Suites and will remain open until August 8\, 2025. \nSeptember 22 Agenda (more details at registration) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n1 p.m. Pre-Conference Gatherings\n4 p.m. Check-in (GBHEM)\n5 p.m. Opening Worship followed by dinner & fellowship \n\n\n\n\n\n\nSeptember 23 Agenda \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n9 a.m. Coffee & Fellowship\, Morning Devotion\n9:30 a.m. Plenary Discussion and Small Group Conversations: Role of Deacon and Sacrament\nNoon Break for lunch (on your own)\n1:30 p.m. Workshops\n4 p.m. A Sacred Trust – responses and feedback for Study of Ministry\n5:30 p.m. Free Evening \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSeptember 24 Agenda \n\n9 a.m. Coffee & Fellowship\, Morning Devotion\n9:30 a.m. Small Group Dialogue with Deacons within Jurisdictions\n10:30 a.m. Closing Worship and Sending Forth\n11:30 a.m. Dismissal
URL:https://www.gbhem.org/event/2025-umc-deacons-fall-gathering/
LOCATION:General Board of Higher Education and Ministry Headquarters\, 1908 Grand Ave.\, Nashville\, TN\, 37212\, United States
CATEGORIES:Deacons,Ministry
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Rev. Amie Stewart%2C Senior Manager of Conference Relations":MAILTO:astewart@gbhem.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251005
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251006
DTSTAMP:20260405T044040
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SUMMARY:World Communion Sunday
DESCRIPTION:World Communion Sunday celebrates the unity and diversity of the global Christian community. 
URL:https://www.gbhem.org/event/world-communion-sunday/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251008
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251011
DTSTAMP:20260405T044040
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SUMMARY:GBHEM/GBGM Joint Boards of Directors Fall Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The GBHEM/GBGM Boards of Directors will hold their joint fall meeting online.
URL:https://www.gbhem.org/event/gbhem-gbgm-joint-board-of-directors-fall-meeting/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260107
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260307
DTSTAMP:20260405T044040
CREATED:20251017T215232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T173031Z
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SUMMARY:Scholarship Portal Opens
DESCRIPTION:Save the Date! January 7\nThe General Board of Higher Education and Ministry (GBHEM) scholarship application portal opens January 7 for United Methodist students pursuing undergraduate or graduate degrees. With over $4 million awarded annually\, these scholarships support students in the U.S. and abroad as they prepare to lead in church and community. \nLEARN MORE ABOUT SCHOLARSHIPS
URL:https://www.gbhem.org/event/scholarship-portal-opens/
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260306
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260307
DTSTAMP:20260405T044040
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SUMMARY:GRASP Scholarship Application Deadline
DESCRIPTION:The International Grants and Scholarships (GRASP) Program for international students application portal closes on March 6. This is a competitive\, need-based scholarship for United Methodist students enrolled in a college\, seminary or university. Learn more about the GRASP scholarship.
URL:https://www.gbhem.org/event/grasp-scholarship-application-deadline/
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260306
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260307
DTSTAMP:20260405T044040
CREATED:20250218T185107Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T221653Z
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SUMMARY:U.S. Scholarship Application Portal Closes
DESCRIPTION:The General Board of Higher Education and Ministry (GBHEM) scholarship application portal closes on March 6 for United Methodist students seeking scholarships for undergraduate and graduate study at colleges\, universities and seminaries in the United States. Potential scholarships awarded range from $500 to $1\,200\, on average. Learn more about scholarships for studying at U.S. schools.  \nThe case-sensitive program key is GBHEMScholarships. 
URL:https://www.gbhem.org/event/u-s-scholarship-application-portal-closes/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T163000
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CREATED:20260205T185508Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T212159Z
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SUMMARY:Wespath Training for UMEA Clergy
DESCRIPTION:Learn about unique pension challenges for endorsed clergy and how to handle them from Wespath Benefits and Investments\, a general agency of The United Methodist Church. \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.gbhem.org/event/wespath-training-for-umea-clergy/
LOCATION:Virtual Webinar
CATEGORIES:Ministry,United Methodist Endorsing Agency
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rev. Dr. Kent Lundy%2C Director of United Methodist Endorsing Agency":MAILTO:klundy@gbhem.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T044040
CREATED:20260205T192152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T211732Z
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SUMMARY:UMEA Endorsement 101 Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the many meaningful ways to serve in settings such as healthcare\, the military\, life coaching\, therapeutic counseling\, workplace ministries\, and more from UMEA’s director\, Rev. Dr. Kent Lundy. \nRegister TodayShare with friends
URL:https://www.gbhem.org/event/umea-endorsement-101-webinar/
LOCATION:Virtual Webinar
CATEGORIES:Ministry,United Methodist Endorsing Agency
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rev. Dr. Kent Lundy%2C Director of United Methodist Endorsing Agency":MAILTO:klundy@gbhem.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260817
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260821
DTSTAMP:20260405T044040
CREATED:20260311T155748Z
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SUMMARY:Mid-Quadrennial Training for Boards of Ordained Ministry
DESCRIPTION:Strengthening Clergy Recruitment\, Formation & Well‑BeingThe Mid-Quadrennial Training is designed to equip members of Boards of Ordained Ministry and Annual Conference leaders with practical tools\, updated guidance\, and shared learning to enhance clergy recruitment\, formation\, evaluation\, and support across annual conferences. \nThis year’s training places a special emphasis on clergy well-being and resilience\, responding to feedback from conference leaders that sustaining healthy clergy leadership is a critical need in the current life of the church. Through interactive learning\, case studies\, and peer conversations\, participants will explore best practices that can be adapted to their local contexts. \nKey benefits include: \n\nPractical strategies to support clergy well-being and resilience\nShared best practices from across annual conferences\nResources to strengthen BOM processes and leadership development\nOpportunities for peer learning and collaboration\n\nParticipants will leave with ready-to-use tools\, frameworks\, and resources to bring back to their Boards and annual conferences. \nRegistration opens April 1.
URL:https://www.gbhem.org/event/mid-quadrennial-training-for-boards-of-ordained-ministry/
LOCATION:Peachtree Road United Methodist Church\, 3180 Peachtree Rd NE\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ministry
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Rev. Amie Stewart%2C Senior Manager of Conference Relations":MAILTO:astewart@gbhem.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261106
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261109
DTSTAMP:20260405T044040
CREATED:20251218T151040Z
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SUMMARY:Exploration 2026
DESCRIPTION:Exploration creates sacred space for young adults\, ages 18-26\, to be in meaningful fellowship\, passionate worship\, theological reflection and practical workshops as they discern whether God’s call on their life is to ordained ministry in The United Methodist Church and what faithful steps they can take in response.Information Coming Soon! Sign Up for Exploration Updates \n	Notice: JavaScript is required for this content.
URL:https://www.gbhem.org/event/exploration-2026/
LOCATION:DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel at the Entrance to Universal Orlando\, 5780 Major Blvd.\, Orlando\, FL\, 32819\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agency,Ministry
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Rev. Dr. Trip Lowery%2C Director of Ministry":MAILTO:tlowery@gbhem.org
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