We are living in a terrifying time for trans people and our families, as a virulent anti-trans political movement led by Christian Nationalists is sweeping the United States and threatening trans lives. This webinar, offered by the Transforming Hearts Collective in partnership with Queer Theology, enfleshed, and Soulforce, will equip you to respond.

On February 28, Dianne Reistroffer and Dr. Jamesetta Ferguson announced that the Rev. Dr. Lorraine Ceniceros (Advanced Practice of Ministry Track) successfully defended her Doctor of Ministry Project.

As mentioned in the January newsletter, Three- or Four-Way Covenants will become a standing requirement in the Kansas-Oklahoma Conference beginning in 2026. Various versions of the covenant exist, depending on ministerial standing and ministry setting.

The Small Town and Rural (STAR)* Coalition is a small group of people that have come together to bring voice to churches that fall in small town and rural communities, providing support to churches, congregations, pastors, and laity.

At the time of my writing this, it has been 40 days since the 2025 presidential inauguration. 40 days. In that brief period, our government has been turned upside down.

Lent invites us to pause, reflect, and realign our hearts. This March, join us on a four-week journey exploring the spiritual practice of generosity—not as an obligation but as a way of life rooted in abundance. This is a time for reflection, conversation, and inspiration—no rigid study, just shared wisdom.