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Is communion simply a ritual of remembrance?
Holy Communion includes a profound act of remembrance that recalls the last supper Jesus had with his disciples. But it is more than just a ritual of remembering. It is primarily an act through which…
We’re getting a new pastor! What can I do?
One Sunday during worship, you notice a visitor who looks vaguely familiar. Suddenly the pastor invites her forward to address the congregation. Now you remember. She is your District Superintendent. Oh no! Why is she here?
Crisis Preparation and Response Plan for EPAUMC churches
Be Prepared for a Crisis Not if, but when – A crisis can happen anytime, anywhere. It is therefore important to have an action plan in place before a crisis happens. The time to begin planning and practicing for a crisis …
Grants Available for Local Church Racial/Ethnic Ministries
Discipleship Ministries | Communications OfficeSteve Horswill-Johnston, Executive Director(615) 340-1726 (O) (615) 429-3431 (C)stevehj@UMCdiscipleship.org NASHVILLE, Tenn. June 17, 2019 /Discipleship Ministries/ – Grants up to $10,000 will be available this fall from Discipleship Ministries to strengthen the leadership training, small groups, …
CONAM Presents: Native American Arts Festival
June 22, 2019, 4 PM – 7 PM, at Grove UMC, 490 Boot Road, West Chester, PA. Beadwork, art, native food, native crafts, social dancing. Adults – $5. Children under 12 – Free. For vending information, contact 484-868-2044.
Conference elects diverse delegates; OKs centrist resolution
By John W. Coleman The 2019 Eastern PA Annual Conference, meeting June 13-15 in Oaks, Pa., elected eight delegates to represent it at the 2020 General Conference (GC2020), May 5-15, in Minneapolis, and elected eight more delegates to join them …
Church benefits as partner in conference’s Capital Campaign
By John W. Coleman Capital Campaign Final Giving Report (as of 4/15/2019) Faith UMC in Manheim Township, Lititz, welcomed about a hundred worshipers on a recent Sunday, far above its average of 60. The Rev. Jason Perkowski, pastor, attributes that …
Re-envisioning the Global Church
A speech delivered by Krystl Johnson to the Wesleyan Covenant Association Northeaster Regional Meeting, at Washington Crossing UMC May 11, 2019 It is an honor to stand before all of you as a young adult and to share this platform …
Ordination service marks Annual Conference’s high moment
By John W. Coleman At the start of the Eastern PA Annual Conference’s Service of Commissioning and Ordination on Friday evening, June 14, the opening procession will fill the drab Expo Center hall with color and majesty as clergy in …