Conference Leadership

Nominations for Conference Leadership is now open!

Is God calling you to use your gifts and talents in ways that will bless our connectional ministry together? Nominations for conference leadership positions are now open! Volunteer leadership is a cornerstone for our connection, and we'd love for you to be a part of it! You may nominate yourself or someone else. The deadline for nominations is extended to March 21!
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June 1 - 4, 2025

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April 17, 2025

UMCOR Supports TWK Disaster Response

April 2025 The United Methodist Committee on Relief of Global Ministries (UMCOR) recently approved a $10,000 solidarity grant requested by the TWKUMC. These funds will be implemented in the Tennessee-Western ...

April 15, 2025

Drop-Off Locations for UMCOR Cleaning Buckets | May 16-17

The following churches will be pick-up sites for cleaning kits needed to assist survivors after four days of storms went through both Kentucky and Tennessee earlier this month. The first ...

April 15, 2025

This Is What Leadership Looks Like – Story from Rev. Mary Kate Myers

I’m still trying to wrap my head around this weekend. January 2024, Wesley Foundation campus ministers from the Tennessee Western Kentucky gathered at Cedar Crest Camp in Lyles, TN and ...

April 14, 2025

TWK Board of Pension Commits $1 million to Mental Health

April 2025 In October of 2023, the Tennessee-Western Kentucky Conference formed a Mental Health Cohort to review current resources, explore best practices, and ask generative questions on how to address ...

April 14, 2025

Conference-wide Initiative Announced to Bolster Clergy and Congregational Well-being

April 14, 2025 It started with a question: How is the Holy Spirit inviting the Tennessee-Western Kentucky Conference to tend to our mental health and well-being within the church? After ...

April 11, 2025

Discipleship Reclaimed | Annual Conference Bible Study

TWKUMC has entered a new season of discipleship shaped by deep listening, spiritual reflection, and a shared desire to grow in faithfulness to Christ. Following a thoughtful and prayerful period ...

April 02, 2025

Vanco powers growth for TWKUMC members with dynamic new partnership

Vanco has worked with over 25,000 churches since our founding 30 years ago. They offer Tennessee-Western Kentucky UMC Conference churches everything they need to grow giving, spread their message, connect ...

March 31, 2025

Connectional Liaisons Positions Available

The Faith and Innovation Team of the Tennessee-Western Kentucky Conference has approved funding from their reserves to create two full-time positions called “Connectional Liaisons.” These positions were created through discernment ...

January 29, 2025

The Tom and Betty Cloyd Scholarship

The United Methodist Foundation for the Tennessee-Western Kentucky Conference is pleased to announce the Tom and Betty Cloyd Scholarship Fund is available for qualified applicants. The Tom and Betty Cloyd ...

January 28, 2025

Navigating the Current Immigration Situation

Many in our churches are prayerfully working to discern how to navigate the situation regarding immigration under the current presidential administration. We recognize that many are concerned about the potential ...

Discipleship Priorities

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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Table Talk | Episode 20

This is My Story - Rev. Dr. Russell Morrow

In our final part of our This is My Story series, we're in conversation with Rev. Dr. Russell Morrow, an ordained elder in the Tennessee-Western Kentucky Conference who serves as senior pastor of Mullins First United Methodist Church. With his history of providing leadership in times of adversity, Rev. Dr. Russell Morrow shares insights on navigating challenges in ministry, fostering inclusivity, and empowering congregations to embrace change.

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