UMCOR’s work with refugees began in the 1940’s and remains a strong focus today. Together with ecumenical partners, UMCOR’s work is rooted in the biblical mandate to welcome the stranger. Join us in honoring the strength and resiliency of those …

Living into our Calling for Reparations
On the Tulsa Race Massacre and the theological calling for reparations for African Americans Last week we observed 100 years since the Tulsa Race Massacre, one of the worst events of anti-Black terror and violence in U.S. history which devastated …

We Are God’s Family: Personal Encounters with Racism
Our personal stories have the power to build awareness and understanding, to bridge divides and bring healing. UM News is inviting people to share their own personal stories about encounters with racism, as well as hopes and ideas for combating …

Looking to neighbors to fix neighborhoods
A simple but game-changing shift in perspective is putting DeAmon Harges at the vanguard of helping neighborhoods rejuvenate. Harges, founder of The Learning Tree and faculty member of the Asset-Based Community Development Institute at DePaul University, is one of five Tom Locke Innovative Leader …

UMCOR aids displaced people in Congo
In northeastern Congo, many farmers are afraid to work in their fields, due to threats by Allied Democratic Forces rebels. Hunger and starvation are daily realities. In response, the United Methodist Committee on Relief recently provided almost $100,000 USD, buying …
Charlotte F. Murray
We have received word that Charlotte F. Murray, spouse of retired elder Rev. Vernon Murray, passed away on May 27, 2021. Rev. Murray served in the following Eastern PA Churches before his retirement in 1988: Croyden New Hope Radnor: Rosemont Canadensis …
2021 East District Clergy Interviews
Interviews will take place June 15 – July 23, clergy profiles are due two week prior to you interview. You will receive your Zoom link prior to your two weeks prior to your interviews.If you have a conflict with the …

All in the family: Historic, Main Line UM church transfers its property to AME church June 7
The oldest Methodist church in Delaware County and the third-oldest in the Philadelphia area will change hands on Monday, June 7, but remain securely in the Methodist extended family. Radnor United Methodist Church in Bryn Mawr, PA, established in 1778, …
2021 Annual Conference – Recorded
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2021 Laity Session – Full Recording
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