The Eastern PA Conference Cabinet has provided another pre-recorded sermon to churches so they can give their pastors a preaching respite. However, this time the sermon, preached by Bishop Peggy Johnson, comes with an entire recorded worship service for use after Easter. While April 11, the Sunday after Easter, is an ideal time to use it–certainly following what will likely be a busy Holy Week for many–the service can be used on any Sunday during Eastertide.
Women of the UMC–A Feature for Women’s History Month 2021
As leaders, teachers, missionaries, and organizers, women have shaped the history of Methodism. In their work with the poor and disenfranchised, women have initiated important social and political reform. Roughly 800,000 members belong to United Methodist Women, and approximately 25% of clergy in The United Methodist Church are female.
We invite you to explore the inspiring stories of women who have made important contributions to the life of the church, as well as ideas to help nurture your own participation and witness.
Church to give new meaning to ‘home delivery’
Bethel Hill UMC partners with Help Build Hope
Founded in 1870, Bethel Hill UMC in Lansdale, Pa., the state’s second oldest Methodist church, may be 250 years old. But it can still find new ways to serve in mission, especially when a viral pandemic demands adaptability.
Reapertura de las mejores prácticas para las iglesias locales – Actualizado marzo de 2021
Adjunto les envío lo que quizá algunos de ustedes ya vieron que envió al Obispo respecto a la apertura en persona en nuestras iglesias. Favor de compartirlos con sus feligreses que no entienden ingles o no leen ingles. Bendiciones Reapertura de las mejores …
Celebrating a trailblazer for women’s ministries
Growing up in the Midwest, Joyce D. Sohl learned several important lessons: Think for yourself. Accept all. Always try to do your best. Prepare to be able to support yourself.
Those values would serve her well later in life as a pioneer for women’s ministries in The United Methodist Church.
Church seeks partners to bring ‘Living Waters’ to places in need
Conshohocken UMC’s 80 members believe in the adage, “Through God, all things are possible.” In addition to serving in mission with local neighbors, “ConshyUnited” works with Living Waters for the World to share the gift of clean, sustainable water with community partners in Kenya, Cuba and soon, at the Karama Education Center located in Uganda.
The Rev. Drew A. Parsons
We have received word of the death of Rev. Drew A. Parsons, Retired Elder from Florida Conference, who died on February 21, 2021. He served the following Eastern PA Conference churches while a member of this conference: Canadensis Wooddale Mahanoy City: First Expressions of …
Bishop featured in Women’s History Month video
Bishop Peggy Johnson reflects on her ministry and that of other clergywomen in this interview for the Conference Commission on the Status and Role of Women. Watch the video on Youtube.
Conference members join outcry against anti-Asian American racism
Eastern PA Conference members are joining the outcry of voices speaking out against a reported, nationwide increase in racist verbal and physical attacks against Asian Americans. Those voices are growing in the wake of eight murders of massage parlor workers—including six Asian American women—March 16, in the Atlanta, Ga. Area…