Wisdom Talks February 2026

Reminder: Join the conversation on Expansive Language

Don’t miss this upcoming opportunity to engage in thoughtful dialogue and learning.

Join Dr. Allison Hickey for an interactive conversation exploring the importance of implementing expansive language and theology in the local church. Together, we’ll examine the theology and history of gendered language in Christian expressions and discover faithful alternatives for expanding our vocabulary and image of the Divine.

Register today and be part of the dialogue.

Wednesday, Feb. 25
1:00 pm (ET) | 12:00 pm (CT) | 10:00 am (MT) | 9:00 am (PT)

Celebrate Black History Month

As GCSRW celebrates Black History Month, we have been sharing and highlighting resources from across the connection—from Annual Conferences, General Agencies, groups, and individuals who are doing meaningful, intersectional ministry. We hope you’ll use and share these resources not just in February, but all year long.

If you haven’t already, be sure to visit our Facebook page to explore the resources we’ve been posting and continue checking back throughout the month for additional featured stories and ways to engage.

Reminder: Albright-Deering Lecture Series - March 3, 2026

Don’t miss this upcoming opportunity to engage in meaningful theological reflection and dialogue. Join GCSRW's General Secretary, Rev. Stephanie York Arnold and GCSRW Board Member, Rev. Dr. Emily Nelms Chastain for the Albright-Deering Lecture Series on March 3, 2026.

Mark your calendar and plan to be part of this important conversation.

Celebrating 70 Years of Women’s Ordination

In honor of the 70th anniversary of women’s ordination in The United Methodist Church, GCSRW has created a special worship resource to help the church celebrate together.

Featuring the voices of women from around the world, this resource is designed for use in annual conferences, local churches, and a variety of ministry settings. It offers a meaningful opportunity to lift up the faithful leadership, courage, and wisdom of women who have shaped the life of the church.

Download the worship resource and join us in marking this important milestone.

New monitoring toolkit now available

GCSRW has launched a new Monitoring Toolkit to support its mandate to serve as a monitor of the programmatic and administrative functions of The United Methodist Church. Central to the Toolkit is A How-to Guide to Monitoring, a comprehensive resource outlining GCSRW’s purpose, process timeline, key definitions, and practical guidance on what to monitor, and how.

In addition to the downloadable Guide, a self-paced online training mirrors the same content for flexible learning. The Toolkit also includes editable worksheets and tracking documents that can be adapted to local and cultural contexts.

Learn more about what’s included in the Toolkit and how to get involved by visiting the GCSRW Monitoring Toolkit webpage.