Holy One, Our thoughts and prayers are with the families and friends of those in Uvalde, Texas. We recognize, however, that this isn’t enough. Mobilize us, God. We do not want to be desensitized to violence. Stir something deep within …
Restored Language = Restored Culture = Healing
Watch a fascinating presentation on how an American Indian people are trying to rescue and preserve their native language. Halay Turning Heart, a formally-trained tribal language preservationist for the Yuchi people, spoke with the EPAUMC Committee on Native American Ministries …
Grants to help defray higher education costs: Students should apply April 25 to May 9
On April 25 the Education Society of the Eastern Pennsylvania Conference of the United Methodist Church will start accepting applications for grants to assist worthy individuals with defraying the cost of higher education for the 2022-2023 school year. That date …
FAQs on pensions and disaffiliations
GLENVIEW, Ill. — Wespath Benefits and Investments, the United Methodist pension agency, has released answers to frequently asked questions related to church disaffiliations and the potential departure of annual conferences. Bottom line: Wespath says both departing churches and conferences still …
Environmental Protection Agency webinar
Environmental Protection Agency webinar may help save energy costs. The Rev. Zachary Hopple reports that the Towamencin Ministerium in Montgomery County will host a free webinar on Monday, March 28, 6:30 to 8 PM, to inform houses of worship about tools …
How can I help when disaster strikes?
When disaster strikes anywhere in the world, many United Methodists want to know how they can help. The simplest answer is to go to https://www.umcmission.org. If there is a disaster of significant magnitude, United Methodist Global Ministries will place a link …
Resources & Ideas for Helping the Ukrainian People in Crisis
THIS ARTICLE IS UPDATED WITH NEW INFORMATION PRAYERS Prayers for Peace. Temple UMC in Pottstown hosted a Prayers for Peace service Feb. 25, that included scriptures, a litany for peace and hymns. The Rev. Gary Nicholson, pastor, shares their event …
2022 Annual Conference Schedule
LAITY SESSIONSaturday April 2, 2022 10:00AM-12:00PM Online CLERGY SESSIONWednesday, May 4, 20229:00AM-12:00PMLocation: St. Matthew’s UMC of Valley Forge EASTERN PA ANNUAL CONFERENCE 2022 Online (Hosted by West Chester UMC) FRIDAY MAY 20 8:30 AM – Episcopal Address 10:00 AM Leadership Report 10:30 AM Holy …
Cabinet updates COVID response recommendations
The EPAUMC Cabinet has updated its COVID response recommendations for churches by advising them to observe their local county or city guidelines regarding safe attendance at events and wearing of masks. Health protection mandates have ended, as the pandemic has …
Bible Study: “Fathers & Daughters”
Fathers & DaughtersIn the Biblical Tradition A 7-Week Bible Study for Lent 2022 Week One – Genesis 29: 13-30 “A Stealthy Wedding Planner” Rev. Nina Patton-Semerod Week Two – Numbers 27: 1-11 “Worthy of Inheritance” Rev. Tim Fisher Week Three – Acts 21: 7-14 …