Statement by Philadelphia Black Methodists for Church Renewal (BMCR)
NEJ, UMC bishops respond to crisis, pledging to oppose racism
Bishops of both The United Methodist Church and its Northeastern Jurisdiction have issued statements pledging—and calling on United Methodists to pledge—solidarity with others protesting systemic racism and racial violence committed by police and others against Black people. The Northeastern Jurisdiction …
Pastoral Letter from the NEJ College of Bishops
A Pledge of Solidarity to Repent of Racism We, the College of Bishops of the Northeastern Jurisdiction of The United Methodist Church, prayerfully stand with our pastors, members and churches during the aftermath of the recent deaths of unarmed African …
Aprendiendo de Noé mientras re-abrimos nuestros edificios
Mientras nos preparamos para el proceso lento y cauteloso de reabrir nuestras iglesias después de muchas semanas de reclusión, podemos encontrar algunos consejos útiles en la Palabra de Dios tomada de Génesis 6-9, el relato de Noé y el arca. …
New DSs get a preview of the work they will begin July 1
The Society for Human Resource Management defines onboarding as any process designed to “help new hires adjust to the social and performance aspects of their jobs so they can quickly become productive, contributing members of the organization.” Bishop Peggy Johnson …
NEWSpirit Newspaper Spring 2020 issue
The NEWSpirit Spring issue is on our website and ready to read and share. Eight colorful pages packed with information, insight and inspiration about people and ministries of our conference. Read on…
Changes happening in conference office and staff
The Eastern PA Conference office and staff are both undergoing changes. All district offices will move into the Conference office in July—a move that was planned before the COVID-19 pandemic. Major renovations are being completed, including the addition and rearranging …
Racism in policing dialogue draws nearly 300 on Zoom
“Fight for Floyd: Where do we go from here?” a live video discussion sponsored June 1 by the Eastern PA Conference, drew nearly 300 participants to the event on Zoom to wrestle with the crisis…
Churches respond to pandemic by going online, as some reopen and others wait
Members of First UMC Mt. Carmel (above) came home for Mother’s Day May 10. With bright carnations in hand, they returned to their beloved, historic sanctuary for worship after a two-month absence during the deadly COVID-19 pandemic that led to …
Annual Conference 2020 shortened to two busy days
By John W. Coleman The Eastern PA Annual Conference will happen October 13-14, with a tight schedule that shortens it from three days to two, to save on time and money. But the agenda will be much the same as …