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@gbhem.bsky.socialFacing ongoing global instability, the boards of Global Ministries, UMCOR, and Higher Education and Ministry invest in strengthening mission and ministry, prepare for organizational change, and affirm a vision of hope.
Read a summary of Roland Fernandes's board report: bit.ly/47M8zGW
@gbhem.bsky.socialA recent journey along Spain's Camino de Santiago, sponsored by GBHEM's Office of Collegiate Ministries, created sacred space for discernment, connection, and renewed spiritual grounding for nine United Methodist campus ministers and chaplains.
@gbhem.bsky.socialGBHEM staff helped equip leaders with foundational credentialing guidance, best practices for candidate support, and innovative approaches to strengthening ministry pathways from candidacy through ordination.
@gbhem.bsky.socialLast week, more than 75 leaders from the Western Pennsylvania Annual Conference's Board of Ordained Ministry and District Committees on Ordained Ministry gathered in Cranberry Township for training, collaboration, and visioning for the future!
@gbhem.bsky.socialToday is #WorldCommunionSunday!
Your gift to this Special Sunday offering supports scholarships and leadership development opportunities for United Methodist students around the world.
Invest in more inclusive and globally represented leadership within the UMC: donate.gcfa.org/wcs
@gbhem.bsky.socialCelebrate 30 years of United Methodist deacons by reading this special story: bit.ly/4AMXAuf
@gbhem.bsky.socialThe Rev. Anita Wood's ministry was shaped by a desire to guide and form future theological leaders beyond the pulpit, manifesting in her work with GBHEM to develop United Methodist deacons worldwide. Hear from Rev. Wood, one of the first UMC deacons, as she encourages future and potential deacons.
@gbhem.bsky.socialWitnessing the diversity of the United Methodist connection at EXPLORATION in 2006 helped spark April Casperson's call to service and justice.
Read this special invitation to attend EXPLORATION 2026 from April, now a deacon serving as the Director of Enrollment Management at MTSO: bit.ly/4ytubnt
@gbhem.bsky.socialThrough our new Ministry Support Fund, annual conferences can apply for grants of $25,000 to $50,000 to strengthen leadership development, wellness initiatives, and other support systems that help pastors thrive in ministry.
Learn more and prepare to apply: bit.ly/umc-ministry-support-fund
@gbhem.bsky.social"Often, I bump into someone for 5 or 10 minutes," he said. "I'll never see them again because they're just stopping through, but in offering a meal, buying them some gas, or just listening to their story and praying with them, I have the chance to sow seeds of Christ."
Learn more: bit.ly/4iSkZnB
@gbhem.bsky.socialAt the intersection of I-70 and I-76 in Breezewood, PA, the Rev. Bruce Maxwell serves as an endorsed chaplain at the travel plaza, caring for truckers, travelers, or anyone passing through.
@umnews.bsky.socialReposted by @gbhem.bsky.socialWalking the journey of calling | The #UMC @gbhem.bsky.social's EXPLORATION offers young people space for discernment and holy wonder, writes the Rev. Lindsey B. Freeman. www.umnews.org/en/news/walk...
@gbhem.bsky.socialGBHEM supports NFAMLP through leadership development, continuing education opportunities, event promotion and ongoing partnership with local pastors and associate members.
Learn more: nfamlp.org
@gbhem.bsky.socialAt the 2026 NFAMLP gathering in Ocala, Florida, attendees heard inspiring messages from the Rev. Dr. Michael Beck and the Rev. Jill Beck, explored practical tools for leadership and legislative engagement, and connected with colleagues from across The United Methodist Church.
@gbhem.bsky.socialAs we celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Order of Deacons, Penvose's ministry offers a living example of the vocation's enduring purpose: connecting church and community through acts of service, compassion, and faithful presence.
Learn more about Penvose and his ministry: bit.ly/4yXztqZ
@gbhem.bsky.socialA deacon serving with the Western Pennsylvania Conference, the Rev. Jacob Penvose serves people who often feel disconnected from the church and helps them experience God’s love in tangible ways. Hear from Penvose as he shares how his experience at a restaurant job shaped his call to service.
@gbhem.bsky.socialTime is running out to register for the UMEA Clergy and Spouses Retreat! ⌛
Join colleagues across specialized ministry settings to explore how Scripture, story, and song sustain you through every season.
Reserve your spot: bit.ly/3ValEa6
@gbhem.bsky.socialYour gift to the #WorldCommunionSunday offering helps United Methodist students around the world become spiritual leaders in their communities.
Give today: donate.gcfa.org/wcs
@gbhem.bsky.socialThis year, the Central Conference Theological Education Fund (CCTEF) Commission awarded $992,594 to support theological education across The United Methodist Church in Africa, Europe, and the Philippines.
The 2026 CCTEF application cycle opens October 15. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3Th9ewm
@gbhem.bsky.socialLearn more about her calling and service as a deacon: bit.ly/4y4k9sI
