The church and the world need leaders equipped to serve faithfully in times of crisis. As a part of This Moment Matters, a granting and giving campaign GBHEM has undertaken with its partner agency, Global Ministries, GBHEM is stepping into the gap to support education with bold actions.

This Moment Matters is a faith-based response to the current context of global instability, humanitarian crises, attacks on equitable education programs and shifting political landscapes.

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — The General Board of Higher Education and Ministry (GBHEM) has appointed Chaplain (Lt. Col.) Kent Lundy as director of the United Methodist Endorsing Agency (UMEA), effective Oct. 1.

Philippines Central Conference partners and staff from Global Ministries and GBHEM participated in a roundtable discussion on strategic mission goals in August.

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!

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.

The North American Association of Methodist Schools, Colleges, and Universities (NAAMSCU) and the General Board of Higher Education and Ministry are pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Kina Mallard as the executive director of NAAMSCU, effective November 1, 2022.

Nashville, TN, November 11, 2022 – Dr. Cynthia A. Bond Hopson, Chief Equity Officer & Assistant General Secretary of GBHEM, was awarded the prestigious Meharry Circle of Friends award on Oct. 27, 2022.

Nashville, TN, Sept. 23, 2022 – The General Board of Higher Education and Ministry announced its 2022 Willson Lecture speakers, Professor Dr. Peter Mageto and Professor Dr. Jamisse Uilson Taimo.

The General Board of Higher Education and Ministry (GBHEM) works to build capacity for United Methodist leaders to discover, claim and flourish in Christ’s calling in their lives. God’s impact on a person’s path toward their call isn’t always clear in the beginning. Syreeta McTavous-Mosley never set out to be...