Academies, workshops, training events, convocations, retreats. The Eastern PA Conference is a vibrant, living organism that survives and indeed, thrives in community as we gather and grow together. Our connectional life is enhanced by these types of learning events and by other gatherings as well: worship and prayer services; concerts, theater, film viewings and other performances; celebrations; picnics; sports and recreation events–the list is endless.
Featured Events

2023 Tools for Ministry – North District
March 11 | Asbury UMC | $102023 Tools for Ministry – North District Date: Saturday, March 11th Location: Asbury United Methodist Church in Allentown (1533 Springhouse Rd, Allentown, PA 18104) Registration Cost: $10 Schedule: 8:30 AM – 9 AM >> Check in and Light Breakfast 9… Read More

Courageous Dialogues
West District Dialogue on February 7 | 9 AM - 1 PMCourageous Dialogues emerged out of the Annual Conference 2022 session. The dialogues are designed to create sacred space where clergy and laity can share their stories with one another. Dialogues will be offered for districts, but if you cannot attend… Read More

2023 Tools for Ministry church leadership education events
3 Tools for Ministry dates, sites set for March 2023 EPA has set three March dates and three locations for the 2023 Tools for Ministry church leadership education events. The half-day academies, each offering two sessions of diverse courses, will… Read More

Book Club: Tempered Resilience, Tod Bolsinger
February 1, 8, 15, and 22 | 11:00 AM - 12 noon | ZOOMIn Tempered Resilience: How Leaders are Formed in the Crucible of Change, Tod Bolsinger, author and leadership expert, will help us explore adaptive leadership qualities we can develop in changing times. Learn how to overcome the external challenges we face and the internal resistance that holds us back. The first 25 registrants can request it for free.… Read More

Confirmation Camp at Pocono Plateau, Spring 2023
Pocono Plateau – April 28–30Two Confirmation Retreats at Two EPA Camp & Retreat Centers, Spring 2023 Gretna Glen and Pocono Plateau will each offer a chance for confirmands to explore their Christian identity, grow in their faith journey, and understand their gifts and roles… Read More

Confirmation Camp at Gretna Glen, Spring 2023
Gretna Glen – April 21-23Two Confirmation Retreats at Two EPA Camp & Retreat Centers, Spring 2023 Gretna Glen and Pocono Plateau will each offer a chance for confirmands to explore their Christian identity, grow in their faith journey, and understand their gifts and roles… Read More