In 1885, Henry Appenzeller took a bold step of faith, leaving behind the familiar to bring the good news of Jesus Christ to Korea. His story began in our own backyard, at Lancaster First, on the West District in EPA, …
Laity Academy delivers sure foundation of practical and theological education
On Saturday, August 2, 2025, ninety people gathered at Eastern University to take part in the 2025 Laity Academy. They came to gather in community, to grow, and to continue building on the foundation of excellent lay training laid forth …
Mission U 2025 inspired participants to make hope a daily practice
On July 18–19, United Women in Faith sponsored Mission u, a time for women and men to embrace the work of mission and grow deeper together. Some came to partake once again in a rhythm that had guided their summers …
Standing Up for What’s Right: The Inspiring Themes of Disney’s Newsies Come to Life at Swarthmore UMC
Embodying social justice comes in many forms. At Swarthmore United Methodist Church, the vital partnership with Viviana Theatre Company offers a unique way to unite the translational power of Scripture and the call of discipleship with the joy of musical …
Bishop Tom Berlin shares update from Mercy Hospital in Sierra Leone
This week, the U.S. Senate votes on the future of USAID — impacting hospitals like the one Bishop Berlin visited in Sierra Leone, where only one AIDS test kit remains. Watch the story and give to help: https://umcmission.org/advance-project/15173a/
Introducing EPA’s Interim Associate Superintendent – Rev. Dr. Sang Choi
“Let the same mind be in you that was in Christ Jesus,”Philippians 2:5b Dear United Methodists of Eastern Pennsylvania, It is with great pleasure that I announce that on August 1, 2025, Rev. Dr. Sang Choi will begin serving on …
Soup Angels offer hope through hospitality, one meal at a time.
It began with a voice, a vision, and a chance encounter. Sheila Moore and Anne Reinert both began attending Lampeter UMC in November 2023. The previous spring they had donated a ham to support the food pantry and expressed interest …
Ripple effect: An Expanding Circle of Blessings in Tanzania
Our EPA & GNJ Tanzania team returned home a few weeks ago, exhausted but exhilarated. Their stories are a living witness to the truth Paul proclaims in Acts: “It is more blessed to give than to receive.” Our team of …
Certified Lay Ministers recognized June 1, 2025
Six new Eastern PA Certified Lay Ministers (CLMs) “graduated” in a Service of Recognition June 1, at Ranck’s United Methodist Church in New Holland. In its 16th year, the conference program now has 80 active CLMs, and 17 of them are …
Hope Thru Wholeness: A Ministry of Healing and Hospitality at Prospect UMC
Spring sun shined warmly on a crowded parking lot as neighbors from near and far gathered at the parking lot of Prospect UMC. This gathering was not a one-time event, but part of a monthly rhythm where Prospect UMC, along …