The Eastern Pennsylvania Conference of the United Methodist Church is made up of nearly 400 churches, which serve over 80,000 members in 16 counties. Led by Bishop Cynthia Moore-Koikoi, the Conference’s mission is to make disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world.

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Cultivate internships: A win-win for young leaders & churches

In a season when young leaders are craving meaningful spiritual experiences and churches are seeking ways to engage young people, an opportunity like Cultivate is a win-win for everyone involved. Cultivate is a summer internship program that gives students a ...

NEW Matching Challenge! Undies for Easter

People are responding to our Undies for Easter campaign to provide vital undergarments for Philadelphia’s incarcerated individuals. Thank you! We are at approximately 25% of our goal at this time, with 2.5 weeks to go. Step up for our new challenge: a generous ...

Faithful Resistance Across the Northeast: United Methodists Mobilize in Prayer, Witness, and Action for Immigrant Justice


As hundreds of United Methodists and partners gathered in Washington, D.C., for Faithful Resistance: A Public Witness for Immigrant Justice, a powerful, parallel movement unfolded across the Northeastern Jurisdiction (NEJ). From New England to Upper New York, Western Pennsylvania, and ...

ATTENTION ALL LAITY… It’s Conference Lay Leader Nomination time!

FROM: Conference Board of Lay Ministry As you may be aware, William Thompson is concluding his first term as Lay Leader of the Annual Conference. While Bill is willing to serve another term and The Book of Discipline 2020/2024 allows ...

Love That Tells the Truth: Saint Valentine and the Courage of Covenant

Relatives, Before the world wrapped Valentine’s Day in candy and cards, it was a day to remember a human being who walked the path of sacrifice. The truth is layered, as stories often are. There may have been more than ...

Resource Administrator

The United Methodist Church forms disciples of Jesus Christ who, empowered by the Holy Spirit, love boldly, serve joyfully, and lead courageously. Title: Resource AdministratorClassification: Non-ExemptBand Description: AdministrativeSupervisor: Resource Manager Position SummaryThe Resource Administrator provides vital support in various program areas ...

Embracing Curiosity with Alyssa Ruch, Director of Pathway Bridges

Pathway Bridges, a Lilly grant-funded program, has been equipping churches to bridge the gap between the church and the community since 2022. New cohorts launched in the spring and fall of 2025. Three years in, there’s still an aura of ...

2026 Tools for Ministry

Tools for Ministry is a transformative training event for both laity and clergy.  Join us for wonderful learning opportunity featuring workshops designed to spark fresh ideas, expand ministry beyond church walls, and prepare you for impactful leadership. Whether you’re looking ...

“Saving the Soul of Our Nation, State, and Church”: Faith Forum & Historical Tour offer chance to examine history and stir hope

“If you don’t know history, then you don’t know anything. You are a leaf that doesn’t know it is part of a tree,” wrote Michael Crichton. In this 250th year since the founding of our country, we are especially poised ...