September 17, 2026

The First 90 Days: Living Into Our New Districts

On July 1, 2026, the Tennessee-Western Kentucky Conference launched a new chapter with three districts. Now eleven weeks in, leaders reflect on early progress and the mission-driven vision guiding this transition — one shaped not by the speed of a task list, but by the goal of helping every local church make disciples and flourish in its community.

Beersheba Springs Open House | September 19

The staff of Beersheba Springs Assembly would like for you to join us on Saturday, September 19, 2026, from 11-1 pm for a Community BBQ lunch and Open House. This will be a fun opportunity to visit the Assembly for either the first time or one of many times.

Enjoy an afternoon playing on the playground, joining a tour of the different rooms and meeting spaces, and we’ll be around answering any questions you may have. There will be music and games to play in the Quad. We look forward to having you!

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Partnerships grow one person's passion into multi-faceted ministry

What begins with one person's calling can grow into something far greater. Healing Housing, rooted in Brentwood United Methodist Church, has housed more than 300 women recovering from substance abuse since 2017. Through referral, programmatic, and community partnerships, the ministry continues to expand its reach. Discover how strategic collaboration transforms lives and what your congregation can learn.

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TWK United Women in Faith Members Rise Against Hunger

If you were not able to come to the Rise Against Hunger event hosted by the Centerville UMC on August 22, you missed a fantastic event!

The TWK Conference United Women in Faith-sponsored event drew 92 attendees! They put 10,000 meals together “in record time,” according to Traci Groce from the Birmingham, AL office. Women and men, girls and boys from ages 8-?8 came from as far west as Cordova, as far east as Crossville, and as far north as Paducah, KY, to Centerville, TN. Everyone had a great time making a difference, one meal at a time.

“In everything I did, I showed you that by this kind of hard work we must help the weak, remembering the words the Lord Jesus himself said: ‘It is more blessed to give than to receive.’” – Acts 20:35

Help Us Listen, Learn, and Imagine What’s Possible for Rural Churches

The Tennessee-Western Kentucky Conference (TWK) is pleased to announce a new partnership with the Martin Methodist Foundation (MMF) to engage in a season of deep listening in order to discover meaningful ways to support spiritual leaders serving in rural communities across the TWK.

Guiding this conference-wide listening will be a part-time staff person - a Rural Engagement Liaison - to spend a year listening deeply to rural clergy, laity, and congregations across the Conference.

Full financial support for this position comes from a grant awarded by the Martin Methodist Foundation to the Tennessee-Western Kentucky (TWK) Conference Faith and Innovation Team. Click for the Job Announcement and the Full Job Description

Cloyd Scholarships Awarded

The Reverend Dr. David Weatherly, President of The United Methodist Foundation for the Tennessee-Western Kentucky Conference, is pleased to announce the recipients of the Cloyd Scholarship, which include Rafael Dos Santos Lourenco Domingos, a student pastor from Angola; Eli Hodge from Lebanon First UMC; and Ethan Oh from Nashville Korean UMC. Read more.

Fusion 2026 Worship Night

Discipleship Ministries is hosting Fusion 2026, a night of powerful worship that unites voices, hearts and generations. Fusion 2026 will feature a spirit-filled black gospel choir, local singer-songwriters, and award-winning worship leader and songwriter Mark Miller leading us in song.

Join us at Belmont UMC on Friday, September 25 at 7:00 pm for a night of unforgettable worship! Learn more here.

Supporting New Families

Miriam's Promise | Celebrate the Promise

Join Miriam’s Promise on October 1, 2026, from 6–10 p.m. at Travellers Rest Historic House Museum for an evening of celebration and impact! Enjoy dinner, an open bar, live music from Kandace and The Gents, dancing, and live and silent auctions—all while helping support children, pregnant people, and families throughout Middle Tennessee. Register today and Celebrate the Promise with us!

Hannah's Hope | Evening of Hope 2026

Join the Hannah's Hope staff and Board of Trustees as they continue to serve more mothers and babies throughout West TN. Come for a delicious dinner, some lovely music, and fellowship. You will hear testimonials from some of the women we serve as well as from community partners and receive updates about how their work is changing the lives of women and children across West TN. Learn more here.

September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month

September is Suicide Prevention month and we invite local churches across the TWK to help raise awareness and equip each other to respond with compassion, confidence, and hope. A collection of ready-to-use resources curated by the General Board of Higher Education and Ministry and Global Ministries is available to you. If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, call or text 988 or chat at 988lifeline.org to connect with the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.

Tea for Transformation | September 19

Come support a TWK Covenant Entity! Project Transformation is hosting a special event for ladies. Join us on September 19th in Franklin, TN for lunch, tea with a tea master, shop our silent auction, and hear a word of inspiration from our Executive Director Rev. Carrie Yoder. Space is limited so reserve your space today!

Can't go? Shop our silent auction sneak peek through September 8th! Tea for Transformation Sneak Peek | Free Online Silent Auction Fundraisers | 32auctions

Widening the Table | September 26

How do we create worship spaces where all people can encounter God with dignity, safety, and belonging? Join us on Saturday, September 26, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. (CT) for Widening the Table: Planning LGBTQ+ Inclusive, Trauma-Informed Worship, an interactive Zoom workshop designed for clergy, worship leaders, musicians, liturgists, and lay leaders. This TWK workshop is appropriate for congregations of all sizes who are just beginning conversations about inclusion as well as those seeking to deepen their commitment to hospitality, belonging, and care. More information and registration

Grants Available to Help Churches Switch to Solar

A new pilot program is designed to help United Methodist churches serving vulnerable communities procure and install solar and/or batteries. The goal is to empower churches to build resilience, reduce emissions and energy costs and, ultimately, keep the doors of their critical community service ministries open when natural disasters strike or power grids fail. The initiative is led by the United Methodist Board of Global Ministries Environmental Sustainability and the United Methodist Committee on Relief U.S. Disaster Response. Click here to learn more.

Safe Sanctuary Resources

Is your church looking to strengthen its Safe Sanctuary ministry? The Tennessee-Western Kentucky (TWK) Conference Safe Sanctuary team is here to support you! Our dedicated lay and clergy volunteers are passionate about helping congregations create secure, welcoming spaces where children, youth, and vulnerable individuals can safely experience God’s love.

Here is how you can get started today:

Explore resources: Visit the Safe Sanctuary page on the TWK website for initial tools, guidelines, and updates.
Get personalized support: Reach out directly to safe.spaces@twkumc.orgto connect with a team member for guidance or conversation.

Let’s work together to keep our sacred spaces safe for everyone.