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Filipino pastors reflect on relationship between faith and compassion

As we celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, many Filipino Americans are reflecting on how faith, culture, and community continue to sustain joy and hope in difficult times. For us Filipino Christians, hope is deeply rooted in trust ...

Seeking the Lord where the Lord may be found

2026 Annual Conference Summary With a sense of readiness for the Holy Spirit, Annual Conference 2026 opened in a worshipful Celebration of Ministry service. Bishop Cynthia Moore-Koikoi welcomed Yina Park as a sister in Christ through the waters of baptism. ...

Grace UMC’s daily prayer inspires creative approach to apportionments

Last July, Grace United Methodist Church in Philadelphia began a new prayer practice. Every weekday at 7am, they gather for a half-hour community prayer call that anyone can join by phone. The ministry, called “Grace without Walls,” extends beyond church ...

Exciting news from Camp & Retreat Ministries: an inspired summer awaits

This year, our Camp & Retreat Ministries directors formed a task force to create a brand new curriculum for our overnight summer camp programs at Gretna Glen, Innabah, and Pocono Plateau. Throughout the winter months, a dedicated team of staff ...

Divided We Fell, Together We Rose: How a Food Bank Came Back to Life

At first glance, the church appears much like any other United Methodist congregation—its sign bearing the familiar cross and flame, tall columns welcoming visitors, and a carillon marking the hours. Yet beyond this ordinary exterior lies a story shaped by ...

UMC Council of Bishops condemn shooting at White House Correspondents Dinner

For Immediate Release April 27, 2026Statement from the Council of Bishops of The United Methodist Church The Council of Bishops of The United Methodist Church expresses deep sorrow and grave concern following the shooting at the White House Correspondents Dinner ...

Preaching Institute Summit inspires preachers through community

Every preacher knows the moment. It’s late in the week. The sanctuary is empty. A passage of scripture sits open on the desk, waiting for clarity that hasn’t quite arrived yet. Somewhere between prayer, study, and the weight of Sunday ...

Black caucus wrestles with immigration injustice

Before Deborah Bass began her chairperson’s address to open the annual meeting of United Methodism’s Black membership caucus last month, she treated her audience to the sound of R&B vocalist Marvin Gaye’s 1971 signature song, “What’s Going On.” She smiled ...

Three Questions?

In April 2001, I was appointed by the first Korean-American bishop, Hae-Jong Kim, to plant a new Korean-American church in the Greater Pittsburgh area. This ministry was intended to serve Korean immigrants, second-generation Korean Americans, and intercultural families. Before my ...

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May 27, 2026

Filipino pastors reflect on relationship between faith and compassion

As we celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, many Filipino Americans are reflecting on how faith, culture, and… Read More
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May 27, 2026

Seeking the Lord where the Lord may be found

2026 Annual Conference Summary With a sense of readiness for the Holy Spirit, Annual Conference 2026 opened in a worshipful… Read More
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Part-time Director of Music, Marshallton UMC in Wilmington, DE

Marshallton United Methodist Church is seeking a part-time Director of Music to accompany worship on organ and piano, and to… Read More
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May 12, 2026

Grace UMC’s daily prayer inspires creative approach to apportionments

Last July, Grace United Methodist Church in Philadelphia began a new prayer practice. Every weekday at 7am, they gather for… Read More
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May 06, 2026

Pathways Bridges inspires congregations to move “from the table to the streets”

Across communities, congregations participating in Pathways Bridges are reimagining what it means to be the church, shifting from inward-focused ministry… Read More
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Apr 29, 2026

Exciting news from Camp & Retreat Ministries: an inspired summer awaits

This year, our Camp & Retreat Ministries directors formed a task force to create a brand new curriculum for our… Read More
Featured image for “Divided We Fell, Together We Rose: How a Food Bank Came Back to Life”
Apr 29, 2026

Divided We Fell, Together We Rose: How a Food Bank Came Back to Life

At first glance, the church appears much like any other United Methodist congregation—its sign bearing the familiar cross and flame,… Read More
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Apr 27, 2026

UMC Council of Bishops condemn shooting at White House Correspondents Dinner

For Immediate Release April 27, 2026Statement from the Council of Bishops of The United Methodist Church The Council of Bishops… Read More
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Apr 22, 2026

Preaching Institute Summit inspires preachers through community

Every preacher knows the moment. It’s late in the week. The sanctuary is empty. A passage of scripture sits open… Read More
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Apr 20, 2026

Black caucus wrestles with immigration injustice

Before Deborah Bass began her chairperson’s address to open the annual meeting of United Methodism’s Black membership caucus last month,… Read More
Apr 16, 2026

Part-Time Building Supervisor, United Methodist Church of West Chester in West Chester, PA

Building Supervisor (Facilities Manager)Part-Time (10–15 hours/week)United Methodist Church of West Chester The United Methodist Church of West Chester is seeking… Read More
Apr 16, 2026

Part-Time Sexton, United Methodist Church of West Chester in West Chester, PA

Sexton Position AvailablePart-Time – 30 hours/weekUnited Methodist Church of West Chester, West Chester, PA The United Methodist Church of West… Read More