My heart was grieved when I received a call from a family representative informing me of the passing of Bishop Violet Fisher. Bishop Violet Fisher’s legacy and influence live on in the Eastern Pennsylvania Conference and throughout the whole church. …
The East District United Women of Faith Celebrated with CoNAM presentation of ‘The Loss of Turtle Island’
The Women of Faith (UWF) in the East District of EPA Conference gathered for their 20th Annual Celebration on October 11, 2025, at Lansdale First UMC, Lansdale PA, to fellowship, worship, conduct business and to learn about Native American history. …
Capital campaigns with a twist: Lancaster First turns fundraising strength into mission
When churchgoers hear the words “capital campaign,” fundraisers for large building projects likely come to mind – replacing a leaky roof, broken boiler or constructing a new education building. Lancaster First United Methodist Church is no stranger to capital …
UMC Bishops finish Canvassing of Amendments; All Four are Ratified
This information was originally published on the Council of Bishop’s website. The Council of BishopsThe United Methodist ChurchFor Immediate ReleaseWednesday, November 5, 2025 WASHINGTON, D. C. The Council of Bishops of The United Methodist Church has completed canvassing the votes of …
Faith, Finances, and the Future: Financial Leadership Academy Graduates ready to lead with confidence
On October 1, more than 80 clergy, laity and their supporters gathered to celebrate their graduation from the 18-month Financial Leadership Academy (FLA) program. The FLA, a program of the Mid-Atlantic Faith Foundation (MAFF), empowers participants to lead their congregations …
Join Bishop Moore-Koikoi on a Wesley Heritage Tour
This spring, take the opportunity to experience the trip of a lifetime. Travel with Bishop Cynthia Moore-Koikoi on a Wesley Heritage Tour, starting at $4,598* from Newark or Philadelphia. You’ll depart on April 8, 2026 and return on April 16. …
Preparing for Revival: Practical Steps to Engage Young People
This is the third article in a three-part series on the “Quiet Revival.” Here is where you can find Part 1 and Part 2. Learnings and practices for congregations: how congregations can recognize and participate in the movement God is …
IGNITE 2025: A Celebration of Creativity & Connection
In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth. Now the earth was formless and empty, darkness was over the surface of the deep, and the Spirit of God was hovering over the waters. (Genesis 1:1–2, NIV) In the …
Connection at the heart: Diana Wrisley awarded the Walter King Lay Leadership Award
To be a strong leader in the church requires both commitment and flexibility—being grounded in God while remaining open to the movement of the Spirit. Diana Wrisley, former dean of the Laity Academy, is just such a leader. This year, …
Living a Contemplative Life in a World That Isn’t
A 5-Day Academy for Spiritual Formation | April 2026 | Northeastern Jurisdiction In April 2026, a dream seven years in the making will come to life. A five-day Academy for Spiritual Formation, titled “Living a Contemplative Life in a World …