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Mission U 2025 inspired participants to make hope a daily practice

On July 18–19, United Women in Faith sponsored Mission u, a time for women and men to embrace the work of mission and grow deeper together. Some came to partake once again in a rhythm that had guided their summers ...

Standing Up for What’s Right: The Inspiring Themes of Disney’s Newsies Come to Life at Swarthmore UMC

Embodying social justice comes in many forms. At Swarthmore United Methodist Church, the vital partnership with Viviana Theatre Company offers a unique way to unite the translational power of Scripture and the call of discipleship with the joy of musical ...

Introducing EPA’s Interim Associate Superintendent – Rev. Dr. Sang Choi

“Let the same mind be in you that was in Christ Jesus,”Philippians 2:5b Dear United Methodists of Eastern Pennsylvania, It is with great pleasure that I announce that on August 1, 2025, Rev. Dr. Sang Choi will begin serving on ...

Soup Angels offer hope through hospitality, one meal at a time.

It began with a voice, a vision, and a chance encounter. Sheila Moore and Anne Reinert both began attending Lampeter UMC in November 2023. The previous spring they had donated a ham to support the food pantry and expressed interest ...

Ripple effect:  An Expanding Circle of Blessings in Tanzania

Our EPA & GNJ Tanzania team returned home a few weeks ago, exhausted but exhilarated. Their stories are a living witness to the truth Paul proclaims in Acts: “It is more blessed to give than to receive.” Our team of ...

Hope Thru Wholeness: A Ministry of Healing and Hospitality at Prospect UMC

Spring sun shined warmly on a crowded parking lot as neighbors from near and far gathered at the parking lot of Prospect UMC. This gathering was not a one-time event, but part of a monthly rhythm where Prospect UMC, along ...

We Walk by Faith: Mobilizing a Movement

On February 27 and May 1, faith leaders from across EPA & GNJ gathered to break bread together, lament, and strategize on how to work collaboratively for justice. The leaders of Mother African Zoar UMC graciously offered hospitality, opening their ...

2025 Annual Conference | May 20-22, 2025

The United Methodists of Eastern Pennsylvania and Greater New Jersey invite you to embark on A Journey of Healing: From Lamentation to Praise.

Meet the Voices Behind IGNITE 2025: A Weekend of New Beginnings

In the beginning, there was chaos—and then, creation. That’s the theme that will guide over a thousand young people and leaders this fall as they gather for IGNITE 2025, the annual youth conference hosted by the United Methodists of Eastern ...

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Jul 30, 2025

Mission U 2025 inspired participants to make hope a daily practice

On July 18–19, United Women in Faith sponsored Mission u, a time for women and men to embrace the work… Read More
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Jul 23, 2025

Standing Up for What’s Right: The Inspiring Themes of Disney’s Newsies Come to Life at Swarthmore UMC

Embodying social justice comes in many forms. At Swarthmore United Methodist Church, the vital partnership with Viviana Theatre Company offers… Read More
Jul 17, 2025

Bishop Tom Berlin shares update from Mercy Hospital in Sierra Leone

This week, the U.S. Senate votes on the future of USAID — impacting hospitals like the one Bishop Berlin visited… Read More
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Jul 16, 2025

Introducing EPA’s Interim Associate Superintendent – Rev. Dr. Sang Choi

“Let the same mind be in you that was in Christ Jesus,”Philippians 2:5b Dear United Methodists of Eastern Pennsylvania, It… Read More
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Jul 16, 2025

Soup Angels offer hope through hospitality, one meal at a time.

It began with a voice, a vision, and a chance encounter. Sheila Moore and Anne Reinert both began attending Lampeter… Read More
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Jun 25, 2025

Ripple effect:  An Expanding Circle of Blessings in Tanzania

Our EPA & GNJ Tanzania team returned home a few weeks ago, exhausted but exhilarated. Their stories are a living… Read More
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Jun 12, 2025

Certified Lay Ministers recognized June 1, 2025

Six new Eastern PA Certified Lay Ministers (CLMs) “graduated” in a Service of Recognition June 1, at Ranck’s United Methodist… Read More
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Jun 04, 2025

Hope Thru Wholeness: A Ministry of Healing and Hospitality at Prospect UMC

Spring sun shined warmly on a crowded parking lot as neighbors from near and far gathered at the parking lot… Read More
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Jun 04, 2025

Fifty Fellows, One Mission: Elevating the Craft of Preaching

An inside look at the LAPI Preaching Summit A sense of anticipation filled the air as the first cohort of… Read More
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May 28, 2025

From Lamentation to Praise: The 2025 Annual Conference

Joy filled the room as the 2025 Annual Conference opened with a powerful worship service that celebrated the fullness of… Read More
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May 28, 2025

We Walk by Faith: Mobilizing a Movement

On February 27 and May 1, faith leaders from across EPA & GNJ gathered to break bread together, lament, and… Read More
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May 28, 2025

Mark Your Calendar to Hear Bishop Moore-Koikoi in Mount Gretna on June 13

 Bishop Cynthia Moore-Koikoi will speak in the historic Mount Gretna Tabernacle at 7 p.m., Friday, June 13. All are invited… Read More