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The methods of spiritual practice begun by brothers John and Charles Wesley include being in “constant communion”. Learn more by watching the video! If you enjoyed this video, check out the Wesley’s write an Easter hymn!
Seeing a church on fire is very hard for anyone. I am reminded of the day my husband and I were on our way home from a trip celebrating our 25th wedding anniversary to learn that a church in the charge that would be my first appointment as a pastor starting in a couple of […]
Gather together around the table on Sunday mornings. Spend some casual, easy conversation and deeper learning about Scripture, what it means to you, what it means to others, and how it makes a difference in our every day ordinary. Trinity Woodward UMC follows the 8:30am worship, starts at approximately 9:45am in the fellowship hall, with […]
The Susquehanna Conference partnered with the South-Central Task Force to provide video coverage of the Congregation Security Workshop held at Milton Hershey School. Covering topics of: Security Planning for Houses of Worship; Observational Techniques; Active Shooter Responses for Houses of Worship; the ‘Stop the Bleed ‘program; Crime Prevention for Houses of Worship, and Weapons in Houses of Worship. View the video playlist to select […]
1758 John Wesley baptizes two “Negro slaves,” at least one woman, thus setting the pattern for receiving people of color into the societies and the church. These two return to Antigua to start the Methodist society in the “new world.” 1760s Anne Schweitzer, a black woman, becomes a founding member of the first Methodist society […]
In the Bible, the city of Zoar was a place of refuge where Lot took his daughters after the destruction of Sodom. Mother African Zoar United Methodist Church in Philadelphia has also served as a refuge for more than 220 years. For 220 years, Mother African Zoar United Methodist Church has nurtured her community. Zoar […]
Questions come to me weekly. Some are repeated more often than others. This one was asked recently and I was inspired to share the question and the answer with you here. ~ Pastor Theresa **************************************************** Q: Because you asked: “How do I convince my family and friends that my Christian values, morals and ethics are […]
A NOTE FROM PASTOR THERESA It’s been a joy and a privilege to lend my voice to the mission of Pure Freedom Ministries. And it’s a joy to see how the ministry, started by Dannah and Bob Gresh, has grown! When I saw the opportunity for mothers/mother figures and daughters to study together, online…I was […]
SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT January 14, 2019 Dear United Methodists of the Susquehanna Conference, Grace to you in the name of Jesus Christ, the Prince of Peace, Healer of our brokenness, and Hope of the world! With joy and excitement, I am very pleased to announce the appointment of the Rev. Brenda Kay Leigey as Superintendent of […]
A large volume of information and resources have been provided to us for prayerful consideration as the Special Session of the General Conference draws near. We have brought together what we feel to be the most timely and relevant information needed and offer links for them below. Please prayerfully consider the information keeping in mind […]