Honoring those who draw others to Jesus Christ, the self-proclaimed “true vine,” the 2017 Eastern PA Annual Conference recognized particular leaders and churches who have labored to plant seeds of growth in the eternal “vinegrower’s” garden. The Conference Congregational Development …
2017 Academy for Laity, August 4 – 6
Registration is open for the 2017 Academy for Laity. We have a new date – new location – and new courses. This is the perfect opportunity for you to start or refresh … Read more
Re-envisioning Congregational Development
What is happening in growing new churches and redeveloping existing churches? A lot! I remember when I went to Annual Conference…
Phila. pastors explain increase in voters of color
The Rev. Gregory Holston, the new pastor of Janes Memorial UMC in Philadelphia (moving from New Vision UMC), and two other Philadelphia pastors co-authored an encouraging commentary in the Philly.com (Philadelphia Inquirer & Daily News) digital publication June 15. Holston, who also directs …
How to grow vital, disciple-making churches
Primary Focus The mission of The United Methodist Church is to “make disciples for Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world.” This is based on the Great Commission of Jesus, found in Matthew 28:18-20. Allowing the transforming grace of …
Mrs. Beatrice A. Werner
Mrs. Beatrice A. Werner, 90, the widow of the Rev. Josiah H. Werner, passed away on Monday, June 19, 2017, according to the Rev. Glen Esler, lead chaplain at Cornwall Manor Retirement Community, where she resided. Her funeral service will …
Mrs. Jean A. Chadwick
Mrs. Jean Adams Chadwick, wife of the Rev. Dr. Thomas Wilford Chadwick, passed away on June 20, 2017. Rev. Chadwick is a retired elder of the Eastern PA Conference, Mrs. Chadwick’s memorial service will be on Wednesday, June 28, at …
EPAC members ‘Rise Up’ to face prayerful concerns
2017 Eastern PA Annual Conference “What troubles have we seen,” begins the third, ominous verse of Charles Wesley’s venerable hymn, “And Are We Yet Alive,” which heralds the beginning of every Annual Conference. What mighty conflicts past, fightings without, and …
May 2017 EPA Financial Update
Dear Conference, below for your information is an overview of the EPA financial data for the period through May 2017. Connectional Ministries Fund Church giving for the Connectional Ministries Fund (CMF) was $1,291,827 through May 2017. Local church giving to …
Reflections on our Annual Conference Theme and Prayer Room
“Could you men not keep watch with me for one hour?” he asked Peter. “Watch and pray so that you will not fall into temptation. The spirit is willing, but the body is weak.” (Matthew 26:40-41) By the Rev. Maryanne …