We move forward in the power and promise of God, the Rock, as we reflect on EPA’s Special Adjourned Annual Conference Session. A sense of sacred awe filled the space as laity and clergy gathered at historic Tindley Temple United …
A global awakening: evidence of revival among young people
This is the second article in a three-part series on the “Quiet Revival.” Data and stories from around the world reveal strong spiritual engagement among young people In Part 1 of this series, “Glimpses of a quiet revival,” Rev. Gina …
EPA United Women in Faith Annual Celebration
The Eastern PA Conference United Women in Faith has booked David Garlock, a nationally known speaker for our Annual Celebration on October 18. David’s background: As young men, David and his brother killed their abuser. They were convicted and sentenced to 25 …
Celebrating Hispanic/Latine Heritage Month
This week we begin Hispanic/Latine Heritage Month— a season of joy, reflection, and celebration. As the people of God and as the United Methodist Church, we give thanks for the vibrant witness of our Hispanic/Latine siblings whose culture, faith, and …
Check your trees: Property Risk Advisory from the Conference Board of Trustees
The EPAC Board of Trustees has become aware of potential risks to church properties this winter season due to large trees that may be vulnerable to damage from heavy snow or high winds. Recently, one of our EPA churches experienced …
Meet Emily Wilton, EPA & GNJ’s new(ish) Content Coordinator
In July 2025, as I made the transition from Content Writer to Director of Communications, Emily Wilton took on the position of Content Coordinator. In this role she coordinates the Digest and NEWSpirit while also continuing to support Breakthrough, EPA …
Glimpses of a ‘Quiet Revival’ in our midst
One of the blessings of my role is that on most Sundays, I get to travel to new churches, to experience their worship, and meet new friends. When you attend a new church, there are many things to experience. The …
Trinity UMC celebrates its heritage at upcoming 50th anniversary homecoming
Trinity United Methodist Church at 757 Willow St., Lebanon, evolved from the merger in 1975 of Trinity Evangelical United Brethren Church at Ninth and Willow streets and Centenary United Methodist Church at Eighth and Willow streets. Trinity and Centenary became …
Cabinet Pilgrimage to South Korea celebrates past and forges deeper connections in the present
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, …