The Tennessee-Western Kentucky Conference Commission on the Status and Role of Women (COSROW) is committed to full participation and inclusion of women in the total life of the United Methodist Church. We’re helping the church recognize every person as full and equal parts of God’s human family. We believe that a fully engaged and empowered membership is vital to The United Methodist Church’s mission "to make disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world."

For more information, contact Sarah McWhirt-Toler, Tennessee-Western Kentucky Conference COSROW Chair.

Sexual Ethics

We provide resources for how to respond to and prevent sexual misconduct in the United Methodist Church through education, policies and support.

Advocacy

We monitor and advocate for the inclusiveness of women in ministry across the Tennessee-Western Kentucky Conference.

Connection

We connect women in ministry across the Tennessee-Western Kentucky Conference in order to build mentoring and collegial relationships.

Education

We nurture clergy and lay leaders in the church, both women and men, to recognize every person – as full and equal parts of God’s human family.

Resources