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  • Reflections for Lent 2026: Driving safely into the future
    Published On: February 27, 2026

    Now, in a new office and new setting, that Scott Erickson print hangs proudly. You’ll see it just over my shoulder on Zoom calls, reminding me that What I love is God and God’s people coming together, wherever and however we may do so.

  • Lenten Reflections 2026: The Rev. Sharon Wiley Wright
    Published On: February 27, 2026

    As college chaplain of Emory & Henry University, Sharon Wiley Wright views her work with students as both a calling and a privilege. A 1994 alumna, Wright has spent the past 11 years shaping the spiritual life of the campus through mentorship, teaching, and pastoral care.

  • Black College Fund Support Helps Sustain Dillard University’s Mission and Legacy
    Published On: February 27, 2026

    NEW ORLEANS — At Dillard University, the Black College Fund (BCF) of The United Methodist Church is doing more than preserving infrastructure — it’s sustaining a legacy of faith-based education and empowerment for historically underserved students at this UM-related university in Louisiana, says Monique Guillory, Dillard’s president.

  • Kendall Scholarship Empowers Coleman to Shape Future of Health Technology
    Published On: February 26, 2026

    Thanks to the Kendall Scholarship, Ph.D. student Tracee Coleman is able to pursue graduate studies at Meharry Medical College — a journey she describes as both a calling and a commitment shaped by her faith and family.

  • The Rev. Lia McIntosh Coaches Clergy Toward an Active Hope
    Published On: February 23, 2026

    The Rev. Lia McIntosh applies knowledge from her corporate sales and marketing days to her role as a United Methodist Endorsing Agency-approved life coach, helping UMC pastors understand what coaching skills can offer them — and training ministry leaders to serve as coaches themselves.

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Scholarship Portal Opens

January 7 - March 6

The General Board of Higher Education and Ministry (GBHEM) scholarship application portal opens January 6 for United Methodist students pursuing undergraduate or graduate degrees.

GRASP SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINE

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.

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The General Board of Higher Education and Ministry 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.

Wespath Training for UMEA Clergy

April 22 @ 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm EDT

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.

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UMEA Endorsement 101 Webinar

April 23 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm EDT

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. Register Today Share with friends