Witness to the Flame: Stories that inspired us at Annual Conference

Whitney Simpson awarded the 2026 Francis Asbury Award

Bishop Graves on Redistricting in the Tennessee-Western Kentucky Conference

For the third consecutive year, a team of clergy chaplains served the Tennessee-Western Kentucky Annual Conference through a quiet but meaningful ministry of presence. Led by Rev. Timothy Holton-Overcast, the

Rev. Tondala Hayward – projected Director of Ministerial Services Rev. Tondala Hayward serves as Campus Minister at the University of Memphis Wesley Foundation (Memphis Wesley). She is an ordained elder,

The TWK LGBTQ+ Inclusion Team is announcing a new grant of up to $250 for TWK local churches that are providing a United Methodist witness at a 2026 Pride event

The UMC around the world is joining hands to make a kingdom impact in pastoral education. Our Discipleship Priorities include a focus on Culture of Call, Professions of Faith, Spiritual Leadership Development,

June 7 - 10, 2026

Murfreesboro First UMC | Murfreesboro, TN

Discipleship Priorities

Discipleship is not a program but a way of living that offers the world another way.

Mental Health & Well-Being

We will prioritize how to help our clergy, churches, and staff remain healthy and flourishing as we navigate the challenging parts of ministry.

Professions of Faith

A disciple invites and leads others to experience the love of Christ. We will reclaim our mission to reach those who can join us to transform the world.

Culture of Call

We will nurture relationships that foster an environment where each of us can hear God’s calling on our life.

Spiritual Leadership Development

We will allocate time and resources to cultivate, develop, and educate faithful disciples to offer excellent leadership for current and future generations.

Disrupting & Dismantling Racism & Discrimination

We will acknowledge the areas where we need guidance in order to be a voice that speaks up for what is right and against what is wrong. This will help us live into becoming God’s Beloved Community where everyone belongs.

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