The Eastern PA Conference’s Disability Ministries Committee urges churches to celebrate Disability Awareness Sunday Jan. 14 or on a more convenient date. The UMC’s Book of Discipline calls for every conference and church to celebrate…
Help children learn about Dr. King
We have some great ideas and resources to help your church families and children explore the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. during (and after) this weekend’s national observance of his birthday. See the timeless treasures that …
Churches, communities to honor MLK this weekend
A new national record may be set this weekend when more than 150,000 expected volunteers go into action during the 23rd Annual Greater Philadelphia Martin Luther King Jr. Weekend and Day of Service. Many United Methodists are likely to be …
‘Deacon Greg’ Ellis joins UMCOR staff
The Rev. Greg Ellis, Coordinator of the Eastern PA Conference Disaster Ministry and UM Volunteers in Mission (UMVIM) has a new job. He will join UMCOR (the UM Committee on Relief) as the United States Disaster Response (USDR) Program Manager/Response Specialist. Ellis, …
Conference raising funds, sending aid to Puerto Rico
Will launch $100,000 fundraising goal in January By John W. Coleman Like the three kings, or Magi, who journeyed to Bethlehem bearing gifts for Christ’s birth, three Eastern PA Conference Cabinet members will visit Puerto Rico in the coming months …
UMW Report, 2017 Annual Conference
UMW Report to General Session of 2017 Annual Conference
United Methodist Men Charter Application
There is no secret formula for organizing a successful United Methodist Men’s Unit. First ask your pastor for support. Success is more likely with his or her enthusiastic support. Arrange a time for a meeting, include your pastor and invite …
Living the Reformation
Jesus is known by many names: Emmanuel, Advocate, King of Kings, Rock of Ages, Teacher, Messiah, Good Shepherd, Bright and Morning Star, Bridegroom, Great Physician, the Holy One, the Man of Sorrows, the Living Bread, Son of David, the Carpenter’s …
Witnesses feel painful ‘Loss of Turtle Island’
[box] View more colorful photos of the experience on our Flickr page (Loss of Turtle Island album). [/box] The Loss of Turtle Island was a poignant historical journey that opened the eyes, ears, minds and hearts of those who experienced …
Celebrating Native American Heritage Month
Exchanging gifts is an honored tradition for many Native American peoples. Sherry Wack will exchange the gift of visitation on Sunday, Nov. 19, when she leads her congregation in celebrating Native American Ministries Sunday…