By connecting young adults to a greater network of other disciplined young adults, campus ministers, mentors, and seasoned ministry leaders, the Rev. Kevin Kosh Jr. is helping to build a pipeline of transformational leaders to serve within the church and respective UMC affiliated HBCU campuses.

With teenagers from all over the world converging on the Daytona Beach (Fla.) Ocean Center from July 25-28, YOUTH 2023 provided a prime opportunity for GBHEM staffers to meet with the church’s future leaders at the board’s booth.

During this season, we can witness signs of hope, motivation, and opportunities for action. As people involved in the general agencies of the United Methodist Church, we have seen our worldwide ecumenical connection at work!

Very few understand this more than Rev. Dr. Kent A. Lundy. A United Methodist Elder in the Indiana Conference, Rev. Dr. Lundy currently serves as wing chaplain to the 181st Intelligence Wing Air National Guard in Terre Haute, Indiana.

That’s why sound theological education is crucial from the start, with programs like the  Central Conference Theological Fund (CCTEF), which helps to make theological education possible for so many throughout Africa, Europe, and the Philippines.

Rev. Dr. Christinah Kwaramba is dedicated to the success of her students in the Center for Integrative Pastoral Practice (CIPP) Program.

The General Board of Higher Education and Ministry created the Rev. Roger A. Hopson Seminary Scholarship, in memoriam of the Rev. Roger A. Hopson, devoted husband, father and minister.

On Jan. 26, 2023, the University Senate met virtually and approved a policy change that allows United Methodist students the opportunity to engage in a fully online Master of Divinity degree program.

This year marked the 50th anniversary of women being admitted to the military chaplaincy. A formal celebration was held in Arlington, Virgina, Jan. 12. 

Jurisdictional conferences typically meet every four years to elect new bishops and select members of general boards and agencies. After electing 13 new bishops during their Nov. 2-5 meetings, the denomination’s five U.S. jurisdictional conferences announced episcopal assignments effective Jan. 1.