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 …

Restoration and Remembrance: Somerton UMC Rededicates WWII Monument in Honor of Lester Penny, 100
On a quiet corner of the Somerton United Methodist Church property, a once-forgotten monument has been lovingly restored—its flowerbed renewed, its purpose rekindled. The stone marker, dedicated to the men from the Somerton neighborhood who served in uniform during World …
Chief Financial Officer / Treasurer
Title: Chief Financial Officer / Treasurer Classification: Exempt Band Description: Executive Supervisor: The Bishop and in consultation with the Chairperson of CFA EPA employees through their work help fulfill our mission: recruit and develop transformational leaders to make disciples and …

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 …

Effort UMC welcomes 20 new members
The Lord is at work at Effort United Methodist Church! On Easter Sunday, Effort UMC experienced an enormous blessing as they welcomed 20 persons into membership (including one adult baptism) as they celebrated the resurrection of our Lord and Savior …

MyCalling! A Service Experience for all Youth!
You are invited to join the fun July 13-17th as we gather for serving others, learning about ourselves and worshipping God together! We will go out Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday to serve and learn about various projects. This year we …

Waiting again: Hurricane Ida survivors face new delays after AmeriCorps exit
It was 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, April 15. AmeriCorps volunteers were cleaning up and saying goodbye to the homeowners in the Strawberry Mansion neighborhood of Philadelphia that had been damaged by Hurricane Ida. As the day drew to a close, …

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.

A Gift of Love that Restores Dignity: Undies for Easter
We encourage churches to be in ministry with those who are incarcerated, advocating for these people and for criminal justice reform as well. As forgiven people, Christians must combat the stigma often attached to people who have been in prison. …