Welcome to the EPAUMC Benefits Portal
At the Eastern Pennsylvania Conference of The United Methodist Church, we believe that caring for those who serve is an essential part of living out our mission:
“To make disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world.”
Our clergy, lay employees, and retirees dedicate their lives to ministry, service, and community impact. The Benefits Department exists to support them by providing resources for retirement security, health and wellness, and financial stability. By nurturing those who lead, we strengthen the mission of the Church in every community.
This Benefits Portal is designed to be your central resource for:
- Understanding and managing your Wespath benefits (retirement, health, life, and disability)
- Accessing local EPAUMC grants and support programs
- Finding guidance as you plan for retirement, transitions, and wellness
If you have questions, start with the FAQs below — and if you need further help, the Benefits Team is always available to guide you.
Meet Your Benefits Team
- Lynette Pope – Benefits Manager
Oversees Conference benefit programs, retirement planning, and health coverage support. - Ravon Henderson – Pension & Health Benefits Specialist
Provides direct support for clergy, lay employees, and retirees with day-to-day benefit needs, billing, and retirement transitions.
Together, we represent the EPAUMC in partnership with Wespath Benefits and Investments, ensuring that your benefits reflect both the care of the Church and the stewardship of its mission.
Contact Us: benefits@epagnj.org
For Active Clergy and Lay EmployeesSelect your 2026 benefits during the Annual Election period. Changes take effect January 1, 2026.Reminder: HSA and FSA elections do not automatically renew—re-enrollment is required!
Explore Your Options- Log in to Benefits Access to review your coverage.
- The BCBS of Illinois provider network will continue for 2026.
YOUR ALEX 2026 LINK IS LIVE!The ALEX Benefits Counselor is now live and updated for AE 2026! Participants can use ALEX to estimate costs and receive a personal recommendation for their 2026 Health Flex elections.
Available throughout Annual Election (October 29 – November 13) — visit as often as you like. Encouraged for all participants (even if used before) to get updated 2026 cost estimates and plan recommendations. Accessible directly through Benefits Access once logged in (actual elections must still be completed in Benefits Access).
New for 2026:- ALEX now lets you look up actual claims’ estimates using your BCBS ID and group number
- ALEX offers a Medicare education module for participants nearing Medicare eligibility to better understand how Medicare interacts with HSAs and other benefits.
Direct ALEX URLhttps://start.myalex.com/healthflex/easternpennsylvaniaEffective January 1, 2026, Wespath Health Flex plan Behavioral Health Benefits – MD LIVE is covered at 100%!!Wespath Health Flex MDLIVE: Behavioral Health Benefit provides- Virtual access to licensed therapists and psychiatrists by phone or video
- 24/7 online scheduling and phone support
- Virtual access via phone/video (no text)
- Appointments are available 7 days a week, including evenings and weekends
- Personalized treatment plans with ongoing care and follow-up
Contact Us
Lynette Pope
Benefits Manager
484-762-8225
benefits@epagnj.org
Ravon Henderson
Pension & Health Benefits
484-762-8224
benefits@epagnj.org
WESPATH BENEFITS AND INVESTMENTS
www.wespath.org
Interactive Voice Response System Toll-free Telephone: 800-851-2201