St. John’s UMC in Ivyland prepares for Christian holidays by gathering hope…and now members are sharing it with pre-kindergarten children at El Mesias (The Messiah) UMC in North Philadelphia’s tough Kensington neighborhood. The mission-minded St. John’s congregation dives into its …
I thought I was ‘one of the good ones’
I thought I was “one of the good ones.” You know, the good white people. A white person who has learned about white privilege and has friends of color and has donated to black causes. A white person who believes …
How can I help when disaster strikes?
When disaster strikes anywhere in the world, many United Methodists want to know how they can help. The simplest answer is to go to https://www.umcmission.org. If there is a disaster of significant magnitude, United Methodist Global Ministries will place a link …
Celebrate Women’s History Month in March
March is Women’s History Month—or as some call it, Women’s Her-story Month. Women’s History Week, birthed 40 years ago, became Women’s History Month in 1987. Over the years, diverse perspectives have shaped its annual celebration. But the primary goal remains …
United Methodists in Eastern Pennsylvania answer call to serve
Hurricane Ida developed late in August 2021 as a devastating Category 4 storm, which made landfall in the Cayman Islands and Cuba and then gathered its full strength over the Gulf of Mexico. It’s fierce winds and rains rivaled Hurricane …
More EPA churches respond to crisis in Ukraine
With increasing daily reports of Russia’s horrific war on Ukraine—the destruction of cities and the tragic loss and uprooting of lives—United Methodists are finding ways to respond with their support. Many are donating much-needed funds through UMCOR (United Methodist Committee …
Bishop Schol’s message about General Conference and Disaffiliation
Dear United Methodist Laity and Clergy in Eastern Pennsylvania, In this season, we are encountering what Methodism has faced several times since its inception in 1784, churches disaffiliating from the denomination…
Questions, anger follow General Conference delay
United Methodists reacted to General Conference’s third postponement — this time to 2024 — with strong emotions ranging from outrage to relief. Many also expressed weariness with the uncertainty that has faced the denomination since before the pandemic. The hope …
Stolzfus, Jared
Jared Stolzfus to Ironville UMC and Newtown UMC Jared experienced his call to ministry in high school. He has a BA from Eastern University and an MDiv from Eastern Mennonite Seminary. After completing his MDiv Jared served in youth ministry …
Reyes, Lori
Lori Reyes to Levittown – Emilie UMC Lori L. Reyes was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and raised on the north coast of Arecibo, Puerto Rico. She is the mother of two young men. Lori has served as a Local Pastor …