Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf and Secretary of Health Dr. Rachel Levine imposed new mitigation measures for Pennsylvania as the number of COVID-19 cases continue to rise. The new orders took effect at midnight, Thursday, July 16. The new restrictions reduce …
Donated hand sanitizer available at 4 camps, 2 churches
Six barrels with 50-gallons each of donated hand sanitizer are now ready and waiting for churches to “come and get it” at the Eastern PA Conference’s four Camp & Retreat Centers and at two local churches in Philadelphia and Allentown. …
Orientation to Ministry, Sept. 12
There are various ways one can enter into professional ministry in the UMC. Attend this orientation Sept. 12 to learn the process of answering God’s call. Presenter: Michael Roberts. Learn more and Register.
Tips for when the command ‘do not be anxious’ is hard
Anxiety is an understandable byproduct in a world living with the coronavirus pandemic. But some pastors say it’s possible to limit or eliminate the fear and worry that threaten many. Read more…
Appeal for donated masks, hand sanitizer, etc
The Eastern PA Conference Disaster Response Ministry is seeking volunteers to sew and donate suitable protective masks for children and adults in vulnerable, urban communities…
Urgent appeal to aid Peter D. Weaver Congo Partnership
You can make a difference! We have all been impacted by the pandemic in the United States. During our own challenges, God calls us to care for others. Your Peter D. Weaver Congo Partnership continues to be a beacon of …
Stroudsburg UMC gets first female pastor
The Rev. Monica Guepet, former pastor of West Grove UMC, became Stroudsburg UMC’s first female pastor in the church’s over 230 years of ministry. “I give thanks for all of those who have gone before me in ministry here,” she said. …
More disaster response aid sought for Gilberton
The North District has reached its goal of collecting $5,000 in matching funds to help residents of Gilberton recover from a recent catastrophic flood. “The funds, received directly through the North District, along with the maximum of another $5,000 in …
‘Love one another’…enough to wear a mask
By the Rev. Candy LaBar*
Let each of you look not to your own interests, but to the interests of others. Let the same mind be in you that was in Christ Jesus. –Philippians 2:4-5, NRSV
Conference to provide hand sanitizer, masks to churches
By John W. Coleman Responding to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Eastern PA Conference Disaster Response Ministry has been sharing information about government resources with Bishop Peggy Johnson and her Cabinet since the U.S. outbreak began in March. Now the ministry …