There are lots of ways to engage the community at Christmas. Some churches go into the community to tell the story of Christmas, some tell the story of Christmas in creative ways, and others choose to build relationships by inviting …
Journey of Healing: From Lamentation to Praise
In a letter sent to thousands of United Methodists across Eastern Pennsylvania (EPA) and Greater New Jersey (GNJ) on New Year’s Day, Bishop Cynthia Moore-Koikoi extended an invitation both audacious and humble: participate in a collective journey of healing. Titled …
Journey of Healing: From Lamentation to Praise
The United Methodists of Eastern Pennsylvania and Greater New Jersey invite you to embark on A Journey of Healing: From Lamentation to Praise.
Camp Innabah is asking for your help to save our pool!
For nearly 100 years, Innabah has been a special place of connection and deepening faith. Camp is truly a formative experience, creating faith moments and memories that last a lifetime. The pool at Innabah has been a central fixture of …
Highlights from Bishop Cynthia Moore-Koikoi’s Days on the District
“Bishop Cynthia Moore Koikoi” B- rilliantly leading with grace, I – nspiring others with her vision, S – haring wisdom and compassion, H – eartfelt in every interaction, O – pen to new ideas and perspectives, P – assionate about …
Christmastide Sermon Video from Bishop Moore-Koikoi
Bishop Cynthia Moore-Koikoi recorded a sermon video to bless and resource your faith community during the Christmas season.
Conshohocken UMC’s “burst” capital campaign raises $89,000 in 3 months
Conshohocken UMC realized that they had several building projects that needed attention. Their main fellowship space needed HVAC, the praise band required a more permanent platform so that they could play safely, and the office door needed to be updated …
Thank you for helping us minister to people in prison at Christmas
This year, the EPA Prison Ministry & Restorative Justice Team again asked congregants and community members in Pennsylvania and New Jersey to write brief encouraging messages on Christmas cards to be given to those who are incarcerated. These cards are an …
Three stories that are giving hope
St. Paul’s UMC Montville offers community their best at their election day Soup Sale The leadership of St. Paul’s UMC tasked the congregation with an urgent need– raise money to sustain the ministry of the church. The members of St. …
Latino Pastors and Missionaries gather to remember and to grow deeper in faith
On a cool autumn day, Latino pastors and missionaries from across Eastern Pennsylvania gathered at Gretna Glen for a day apart. Their purpose was to reconnect with God, with one another, and with all they had learned in the past. …