SOUTHEAST DISTRICT E-NEWS
JUNE 10, 2015
Rev. Dawn Taylor-Storm, Southeast District Superintendent
dtaylorstorm@epaumc.org
Rev. Lin George, Southeast District Resource Assistant
lgeorge@epaumc.org
60 West Boot Road, West Chester, PA 19380
Office Hours: Monday – Friday 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Phone: 610.436.4277
Fax: 610.431.4715
Editorial Policy: The E-News will be published bi-monthly on the second and fourth
Wednesday of the month. The E-News will include messages from this office, informational
announcements and dates of interest related to the District and the Conference, prayer
requests and celebrations of ministry. Local events of churches will not be published unless they
are of obvious interest to clergy. Please contact local churches directly if you wish to publicize
an event in their bulletins or newsletters. If you wish to have an item considered for
inclusion please email it in the text of an email or in a Word document by the
second or fourth Tuesday at noon.
The E-News is our first line of communication with Clergy. It is sent to all Southeast
District Active and Retired Clergy and to the Southeast District Lay Leaders , Church
Lay Leaders, and Lay Members/Equalizing Members . Please feel free to forward it to
laity from your church or to your church office. Feel free to copy and paste
material for inclusion in your bulletins and newsletters.
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INDEX
ACTION ITEM LIST
CALENDAR
NEW IN THIS ISSUE
PRAYER REQUESTS – includes Death Notices
Previously Announced:
DISTRICT ANNOUNCEMENTS
MISCELLANEOUS ANNOUNCEMENTS
EPA CONFERENCE ANNOUNCEMENTS
SOUTHEAST DISTRICT MISSION CONNEXIONS
SOUTHEAST DISTRICT LAY LEADERS
SOUTHEAST DISTRICT MISSION CONNEXION FACILITATORS
SOUTHEAST DISTRICT COORDINATORS
2016 GENERAL CONFERENCE RELATED INFO
2016 NORTHEASTERN JURISDICTIONAL CONFERENCE RELATED INFO
ACTION ITEM LIST
(These items require your action in response to deadlines and/or RSVP’s to the District Office. Please be sure
to read complete details and instructions in the articles in this E-News.)
PASTORAL INTERVIEWS
Pastoral Interviews have been scheduled for appointed clergy.
The NEW Clergy Profile for 2015 is attached to this E-News.
Only the New 2015 Clergy Profile will be accepted.
Profiles are due in the District Office two weeks before your interview. They must be
emailed as an attachment.
Be sure to bring CEU certificates and your latest clearances to your interview.
Licensed Local Pastors – bring your license for signing.
Save the Date!
SOUTHEAST DISTRICT CLERGY EVENT
Sept. 21, 2015 Full Day Retreat
All Appointed Clergy please plan your schedule so that you are able to attend this
event. Watch for more info and registration.
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CALENDAR
Events that require clergy attendance or have a high expectation of clergy participation or events that clergy are
expected to publicize to their congregations for the good of the church will be included in this calendar.
Dates related to the function of the District Office will also be noted.
2015
July 18
United Methodist Night at the Phillies
July 21
Level 1 (Basic) Sexual Ethics
Aug. 14-16
Laity Academy
Sept. 9-12
Laity Retreat
Sept. 21
Southeast District Clergy Retreat
Sept. 25
Shame-Less Lives, Grace-Full Congregations
Oct. 8
Bishop’s Day on Southeast District
Oct. 24
Level 1 (Basic) Sexual Ethics
Nov. 7
Planting the Seeds
Sexual Infidelity Among Clergy Members:
Understanding Risk Factors And Prevention From An
Attachment Framework
Nov. 17
2016
May 10-20
2016 General Conference in Portland, Oregon
July 10-15
2016 Northeastern Jurisdictional Conference in Lancaster, PA
2020
May 5-15
General Conference Minneapolis Convention Center
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NEW IN THIS ISSUE
PEDIATRIC UNIT IN MPASA, CONGO!
THANK YOU! THANK YOU! THANK YOU SOUTHEAST DISTRICT!
We exceeded our goal of $50,000! The Southeast District has
raised $60,000 for Phase I.
Watch for exciting information about Phase II.
You may enjoy visiting the Congo Partnership website to see where the clinic will be built. You can watch a
video and find other information about the Congo Partnership at:
http://www.congo-mission.org/media/mpasa-medical-and-nutrition-center/
MESSAGE FROM
DISTRICT SUPERINTENDENT TAYLOR-STORM
Dear Friends,
Rev. David Eckert serves Drexel Hill UMC. Just as many of you have, he inspires me with
his strength and determination. Please read his story and prayerfully consider sharing it
with others. I pray that through our connection, a donor will be found.
Together in Ministry,
Dawn Taylor-Storm
Southeast District Superintendent
David Eckert is pastor of Drexel Hill United Methodist Church in Upper Darby, PA. He is
married to Amy and they have two sons, Noel and Jonah.
Before serving Drexel Hill, David served Conshohocken UMC and First UMC of
Germantown as Associate Pastor.
MESSAGE FROM REV. ECKERT
Thank you to Rev. Dawn Taylor Storm, and to Bishop Johnson, for encouraging me and
allowing me to share my story and my request. Thank you to each person for taking the
time to read and consider this prayerfully.
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I need a kidney. I have been living with kidney disease for ten years, and have
reached a critical stage. I am still working, but have slowed down significantly, and I
recently began dialysis treatments. I am on the national transplant list, but the average
wait time in our region is two to six years. My best hope for a healthy future is to find
a living donor. A person can donate one kidney and live a full healthy life with only one
remaining kidney.
I have tried asking quietly and have not found a donor. So I am asking boldly. I am
asking my friends, my family, my church, my Cub Scout pack, and more. I am asking
you to send this out to as many people as you can. Put me on every prayer list, and
every Facebook page you can. I am praying that someone out there will hear my
request, consider donating, and find they are a match. This is not an easy request for
me to make, but I know that my life has come to depend on it.
I also hope that my request might help someone else. According to the United Network
of Organ Sharing (UNOS), more than 100,000 people across the United States are listed
for a kidney transplant. In the greater Philadelphia region alone, approximately 5,300
people are waiting for a kidney to become available. Consider donating, even if not
to me, to one of these thousands. In the book of John, Jesus says, “No one has greater
love than to give up one’s life for one’s friends.” We are not asking for a life. We are
simply asking for a kidney. But that kidney could save a life!
To qualify as a living donor, an individual must be:
·
In excellent health
·
Free from serious medical problems such as uncontrolled high blood pressure,
diabetes, cancer, kidney disease, heart disease and serious mental illness
·
Be between 21 and 60 years of age (slightly younger or slightly older candidates
may be considered on case by case basis)
·
I am seeking a donor with an O blood type, but all types are urgently needed.
The first step is to learn about live donation and to fill out a questionnaire. All this is on
this University of PA Website: http://www.pennmedicine.org/transplant/patientcare/living-donor-programs/living-kidney-donor-program/. Submitting the
questionnaire is a first step, not a final commitment to donate.
My goal is to get 30 (thirty) new applications into the UPENN system by the end of
June. That’s one donor a day, in the hope of finding that one person who might be a
match for me, and perhaps other donors to save other lives.
My fantastic wife, Amy, has set up a facebook page, “Donors for David” where you
can learn more and communicate with us. Or you can email me directly
at PastorDavid@rcn.com
Thank you for your prayerful consideration.
David Eckert
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Save the Date!
BISHOP’S DAY ON SOUTHEAST DISTRICT
October 8th
Clergy Session will be in morning at Simpson Meadows in Downingtown.
Laity Session will be in evening at Lima UMC.
Additional details and registration will be announced in the future.
JUNE IS AIDS EDUCATION MONTH
June is National HIV/AIDS Awareness Month and also AIDS Education Month. The
H.U.B. (Help Us Be) of Hope, a multi-faith HIV/AIDS resource ministry endorsed by
the Eastern PA Conference, will co-sponsor a multi-faith event on June 23, from 5
to 7 PM, at the Lincoln University Coatesville Campus, 351 Kersey St.,
Coatesville. RSVP by June19. All faith leaders are invited to join them for dinner,
entertainment, fellowship and learning about HIV/AIDS. Please download and
share the event flyer. "Awareness and Education are key to HIV/AIDS prevention
and effective treatment," says the Rev. Deborah Tanksley-Brown, who heads
H.U.B. of Hope. "We hope to see everyone there."
EASTERN PA CONFERENCE SCHOLARSHIP COMMITTEE
ANNOUNCES RESTRICTIONS
Effectively immediately (as of May 18, 2015) and until further notice, new lay
applicants for Eastern PA Conference scholarships must be attending--or
planning to attend--a theological school approved by The UMC's University
Senate to be considered for a scholarship. At this time only students in
theological school are being considered. The Committee apologizes for any
inconvenience; but currently the Committee is restricted in how the current
source of funds can be distributed.
NEW SAFE SANCTUARIES POLICIES
POSTED ON WEBSITE
At the request of the Rev. James Wilkin, Safe Sanctuaries Committee Chairman,
important documents have been added to the Safe Sanctuaries resources
Webpage for use by churches, groups, and individuals. The committee's Annual
Conference resolution recommending new policies was adopted with minor
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changes. The new policies, along with five additional documents, have been
posted on the website. Learn more...
FREE VBS PROGRAM
The Society of St. Andrew offers "Abundance Orchard: Where Faith Grows and
Hungry People are Fed." Download Flyer This free, complete Vacation Bible
School curriculum offers five 2- to 3-hour sessions in multiple sets for Old
Testament (Year 1) or New Testament (Year 2) Preview Online It includes
biblical lesson helps for teachers, and resources for storytelling, arts & crafts,
recreation, music, snacks, and missions activities, along with VBS planning
suggestions, and daily memory verses. The materials are intended to raise
hunger awareness and financial support for the gleaning and feeding ministries
of the Society of St. Andrew, which involves people in hands-on mission, feeding
hungry neighbors by gleaning and bagging fresh fruits and vegetables that
otherwise would go to waste. Preview and order VBS materials online
at: http://endhunger.org/vbs. Contact Lynette Johnson, Director of Church
Relations, at 800-333-4597 or church@endhunger.org.
32nd LAITY ACADEMY
Register now for the 32nd Laity Academy, set for August 14-16, once again
at The Inn at Reading, 1040 North Park Road, Wyomissing PA. The theme is
"Planting Seeds: Rooted in God's Word." The online registration is now live, where
plenty of information about this annual education and fellowship event is
available. This is the largest gathering for laity each year--click here for more
information..
"It's your opportunity to learn about your church, your God, and your place in
God's Kingdom from seminary-level instructors. It's a joyful weekend of fellowship
with like-minded others. A chance to become a Christ Servant Minister or to take
advanced courses if you are already a CSM. A time to begin the journey toward
Certified Lay Speaker or even Certified Lay Minister."
Access can be found to the: Paper Registration Form and Course Selection
Brochure; 2015 Academy for Laity Course Descriptions; and the 2015 Academy
for Laity FAQs all on the event information page.
For more information, contact Aubrey Bates or Anne Taylor. Hotel reservations
must be made directly with the hotel at:
Reservations@InnAtReading.com. Mention "Lay Academy."
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ACCESSIBILITY AT DISTRICT OFFICE
Please contact Lin so that arrangements can be made to use a first floor room
for your visit if the stairs are difficult for you. lgeorge@epaumc.org
Save the Date!
SOUTHEAST DISTRICT CLERGY RETREAT
Cultivating Healthy, Transformative Christian Community
Monday, September 21, 2015
8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Location: Malvern Retreat House, Family Life Center
315 South Warren Avenue, Malvern, PA 19355
Presenter: Rev. Jim Walker
Rev. Jim Walker, author of Dirty Word, The Vulgar, Offensive Language of the Kingdom of God
and innovative founding pastor of Hot Metal Bridge Faith Community in Pittsburgh is an ordained
elder in the United Methodist Church. Hot Metal Bridge Faith Community was intentionally
created to reach out to the South Side community. “The Table”, a community kitchen, seeks to
be a bridge between the kingdom of God and those who come by creating community,
building relationships and loving one another. The “Homeless Ministry” tries to display God’s love
through listening, caring, forming relationships, making friends, and sharing in life together
because “loving one another means sharing in burdens and traveling life together”. Jim is also
an actor and a playwright and uses drama as a way of sharing the stories of the Bible in new
and relevant ways.
For Southeast District Clergy only - this is full day gathering of our district clergy.
D. S. Dawn Taylor-Storm requests that you please make this a major priority.
Let’s strive for 100% of appointed clergy in attendance.
CEU’s will be earned. Registration will be available July 1.
Save the Date!
PLANTING THE SEEDS OF MINISTRY
Nov. 7
Hopewell UMC
Keynote: Mike Slaughter
Watch for more info.
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APPOINTMENT ANNOUNCEMENTS
Bishop Peggy Johnson announces new clergy appointment changes
See complete lists of new clergy appointments and retirements.
(Some individuals may continue serving at their current appointments in retired status.)
RACIAL-ETHNIC
SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE
For the past four years, Global Ministries has
provided racial ethnic scholarships to more
than 330 clergy, lay and seminarian students
across the continental United States to
attend the annual School of Congregational
Development in Indianapolis. The goal is to assist as many clergy, laity and/or
seminarians as possible. The application is online and can be accessed 24/7. Please
note that scholarship awards will be made on a "first come" basis. So apply early.
YOUTH, YOUNG ADULT LEADERS
TO LEARN ABOUT UM SEMINARS
Youth group and young-adult leaders of ethnic minority local
churches and campus ministries are invited to attend a three-day
"In Focus" familiarization event about United Methodist Seminars
on National & International Affairs. The General Board of Church
& Society (GBCS) program will introduce the custom-designed
seminars and explain how to organize and lead seminar groups in
the nation's capital.
Dates for the two events are: June 24-26
for pastors/directors of youth and young-adult ministries in ethnicminority local church settings, and July 7-9 for pastors/directors of
Wesley Foundation and other campus ministry groups.
The first 15 persons to register can do so at no onsite cost, a savings of $75. The UM Seminars
program is about experiential learning and engaging with others around social issues affecting
communities. Learn more...
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CSM – CHRIST SERVANT MINISTRY
Basic Course Training (All are welcome)
 August 14 -16, 2015 – There will be a Basic Course at the Reading Motor Inn as part of the
Laity Academy. A “Registration Form― and additional information is expected to
be available by the end of May. For more information about the 2015 Laity Academy
contact the Dean of the Academy, Aubrey Bates – aubreybates@verizon.net.
Advanced Training (All are welcome)
 August 14 -16, 2015 – There will be a number of Advanced Courses at the Reading Motor
Inn as part of the Laity Academy. A "Registration Form" and additional information is
expected to be available by the end of May. For more information about the 2015 Laity
Academy contact the Dean of the Academy, Aubrey Bates – aubreybates@verizon.net.
For more information on Christ Servant Ministries or CSM sponsored events call: 717-838-2812 or
E-mail: George Hollich hollich@comcast.net
A CONFERENCE ON TRANSFORMATIONAL LEADERSHIP
Presented by the Northeastern Jurisdiction of the UMC
OCTOBER 2-4, 2015
Hershey Lodge, Hershey, PA
Click on this link to register: http://nejleadership.org/home/
This innovative, resource-rich training opportunity seeks to equip emerging leaders
throughout the Jurisdiction’s 10 annual conferences.
Sponsored by the NEJ’s Vision Table, the conference will alter the way you think about
how faith can be lived out in our churches and communities. You’ll discover new ways
to more fully live into your identity as a leader. Possibilities abound.
Speakers will include:

Fiona Haworth – a spirit-filled, hospitality-driven corporate executive who brings the
best of the boardroom to the church;.

Nadia Bolz-Weber – a visionary, boundary-breaking Lutheran pastor;

Leaders of The Chapel in Brunswick, Ga., a United Methodist church that is
revolutionizing discipleship.

Albert Mosely, president of Gammon Theological Seminary, will provide theological
reflections, engaging in a new kind of Christian conferencing with the presenters and
participants.

Bishop Gary E. Mueller, of the Arkansas Episcopal Area, will offer invited guests from
conference Cabinets and Boards of Ordained Ministry significant next steps in
creating vital congregations.
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ADVANCED SEXUAL ETHICS WORKSHOP
“Shame-Less Lives, Grace-Full Congregations”
Friday, September 25, 2015 – 9:00 Am To 3:30 Pm
West Lawn UMC, 15 Woodside Ave., Reading, PA – 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM.
Rev. Dr. Karen A. McClintock is a psychologist, author and congregational consultant.
She is a clergy member of the California/Nevada Annual Conference where she served
as parish pastor for nearly two decades. Her new book, Shame-Less Lives, Grace-full
Congregations (Alban) sheds light on patterns of shame which limit congregational joy
and health. Healthy Disclosure in Congregations (Alban) explores professional ethics,
communication boundaries, secrets in congregations, and sexual abuse prevention.
Our workshop will contain segments from each of these books which are available
ahead of time through Alban Publishing. This will be a thought provoking and stress
relieving workshop. Having served five parishes, Karen presents lectures and case
studies with a sense of humor and compassion. She knows the dangers inherent in the
complex relationships clergy find themselves in. Having overcome shame in her own life
and work, she leads others toward graceful lives and leadership. By the end of the day
participants will have learned to reduce negative communication patterns (gossip,
rumors, triangulation, secrets, and anonymous email) in congregations. They will also
learn ways to identify and eliminate shame in their own daily leadership and within
congregational systems. She has also authored; Preventing Sexual Abuse in
Congregations (Alban) and Sexual Shame: An Urgent Call to Healing (Fortress Press).
She has been an adjunct professor at Northwest House of Theological Studies, Pacific
School of Religion, and Southern Oregon University. She engages in conversations
about sexuality that are life affirming, while creating safety and healing. More
information is available at www.healthycongregation.com.
The fee for the workshop is $35 per person and includes continental breakfast starting at
8:30 AM, lunch, and course materials. This workshop will satisfy the quadrennial
requirement of sexual ethics. A 0.5 CEU certificate will be issued at the completion of
the workshop. Contact person: Andrea Brown – andrea@grandviewumc.org.
Click on this link to register:
https://epaumc.smartevents.com/shame-less-lives-grace-full-congregationsseptember-25-advanced-sexual-ethics
CAROL DAVIS SHARES RECIPE
FOR TRIPLE TIER BROWNIES
If you attended the Intercultural Conversations Event at Elam UMC then you
may have wished to have the recipe for Carol’s brownies.
1 pkg. fudge brownie mix (13 x 9 pan size)
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1 pkg. (11.5 oz.) milk chocolate chips
1 cup peanut butter
3 cups rice krispies
1 can (16 oz.) cream cheese frosting
1 cup salted peanuts (chop or leave whole)
Prepare and bake brownies according to package directions, using a greased
13 x 9 pan. Cool on a wire rack. In large saucepan, combine the chocolate
chips and peanut butter. Cook over low heat for 4 minutes or until smooth,
stirring constantly. Remove from heat and stir in cereal. Set aside. Spread frosting
over brownies. Sprinkle with peanuts. Spread with peanut butter mixture. Chill 30
minutes or until set before cutting. Store in the refrigerator.
RECOMMENDATIONS SOUGHT
FOR REPAIR OF STONE BUILDING
DUE TO WATER DAMAGE
Please contact Rev.DongJin Choi at Norwood UMC if you have had work done to repair water
damage on an older stone building. norwooddj2404@gmail.com
UNITED METHODIST NIGHT AT THE PHILLIES
The annual United Methodist Night at the Phillies is Saturday, July 18 as the Phils
play the Florida Marlins at 7:05 PM. Hopewell UMC in Downingtown has a block
of seats (perhaps more than needed) and might be willing to share which
another local UM congregation which has not made prior arrangements. The
seats are in section 138; since they are lower level seats, the price is $47.00
each. If any congregation wants to COMMIT to a small group of seats within this
larger block secured by Hopewell, please be in touch with dick pry
(RPry@brenntag.com) or the church office (610.269-1545).
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NEW DISCIPLE BIBLE STUDY OPPORTUNITY
Your Church Is Invited to Help Beta Test the New Bible Study
Since 1987, Disciple Bible Study has reached nearly 3 million people worldwide,
introducing the grand sweep of Scripture in a 34-week format. Now Disciple Fast Track
maintains the integrity and principles of the original study, but its modifications can
better meet the needs of a hectic world. Participants still receive a thorough
introduction to the Bible, but in almost a third less time. Fast Track is not a replacement
for the original; it is simply a practical option.
Disciple Fast Track uses the same Disciple Study Manual, but the class time and course
length have all been adjusted for busy lifestyles. New print and video materials, which
are extremely easy to use, give participants the tools to absorb and retain what they
learn in this shortened format.
Main features of Disciple Fast Track:
·
Classes meet for a total of 24 weeks
·
Each group session lasts 75 minutes
·
Designed for Small Groups and Large Groups
·
A new, user-friendly Leader Guide
·
24 new weekly Illustrated Review Videos
·
24 new Introductory Videos
·
Illustrated Review Flash Cards
·
Leader Online Training and Online Community
Disciple Fast Track is being developed by Bishop Richard Wilke (author of the Disciple
Bible Study Manuals) and Susan Fuquay, Christian Educator, with the permission and
endorsement of the United Methodist Publishing House, the publisher of Disciple Bible
Study.
In this final year of development, we are looking for 30 churches from each Annual
Conference to join us in beta testing. We need you. Three hundred and fifty churches
participated last year with over 5000 participants. These churches reported a surge of
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people who signed up to learn the basic story of the Bible, Genesis to Revelation, but in
a shorter time frame! Participants experienced spiritual growth and spiritual renewal.
Please go to the website http://disciplefasttrack.com/ and explore all the materials
and read what other pastors, educators, leaders, and participants are saying. Then,
consider joining us as one of the 30 churches in your annual conference on this
awesome journey of launching Disciple Fast Track!
NEW ADVANCED SEXUAL ETHICS
WORKSHOPS ANNOUNCED
Two new workshops have been added to the list of approved advanced sexual ethics
workshops. To view the entire list of basic and advanced workshops go to the Eastern PA
Conference Announcements section of this E-News.
Advanced Level Workshop Offerings:
1) “Shame-Less Lives, Grace-Full Congregations.” - FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 25, 2015 – West Lawn
UMC, 15 Woodside Ave., Reading, PA – 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM. Rev. Dr. Karen A. McClintock is a
psychologist, author and congregational consultant. She is a clergy member of the
California/Nevada Annual Conference where she served as parish pastor for nearly two
decades. Her new book, Shame-Less Lives, Grace-full Congregations (Alban) sheds light on
patterns of shame which limit congregational joy and health. Healthy Disclosure in
Congregations (Alban) explores professional ethics, communication boundaries, secrets in
congregations, and sexual abuse prevention. Our workshop will contain segments from each of
these books which are available ahead of time through Alban Publishing. This will be a thought
provoking and stress relieving workshop. Having served five parishes, Karen presents lectures
and case studies with a sense of humor and compassion. She knows the dangers inherent in the
complex relationships clergy find themselves in. Having overcome shame in her own life and
work, she leads others toward graceful lives and leadership. By the end of the day participants
will have learned to reduce negative communication patterns (gossip, rumors, triangulation,
secrets, and anonymous email) in congregations. They will also learn ways to identify and
eliminate shame in their own daily leadership and within congregational systems. She has also
authored; Preventing Sexual Abuse in Congregations (Alban) and Sexual Shame: An Urgent Call
to Healing (Fortress Press). She has been an adjunct professor at Northwest House of Theological
Studies, Pacific School of Religion, and Southern Oregon University. She engages in
conversations about sexuality that are life affirming, while creating safety and healing. More
information is available at www.healthycongregation.com. The fee for the workshop is $35 per
person and includes continental breakfast starting at 8:30 AM, lunch, and course materials. This
workshop will satisfy the quadrennial requirement of sexual ethics. A 0.5 CEU certificate will be
issued at the completion of the workshop.
Click on this link to register:
https://epaumc.smartevents.com/shame-less-lives-grace-full-congregations-september-25advanced-sexual-ethics
2) “Sexual Infidelity Among Clergy Members: Understanding Risk Factors and Prevention from an
Attachment Framework.” - TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 17, 2015 – West Lawn UMC, 15 Woodside Ave.,
Reading, PA – 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM. Attachment is the bonding process that God designed to
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build closeness in humans. Attachment begins in infancy as a survival necessity, but continues
into our adult lives and closest adult relationships. Emotional sharing, vulnerability, and touch are
key components of the adult attachment bond which help build intimate relationships in
adults. When clergy members have their attachment needs met in healthy ways they are less
likely to engage in boundary crossings or boundary violations with their parishioners. This
workshop will educate clergy and lay leaders about the wonderful attachment design that God
has created for their fulfillment in relationships, and will focus them on meeting those needs in
healthy relationships. Attachment needs assessment and self-care strategies will be offered for
both married and single clergy alike. Workshop facilitator, Dr. Jesse Gill, Psy.D., is a Christian
psychologist who has worked at Psychological Health Affiliates in Lancaster, PA, for the past 14
years. He has been greatly enriched in his work integrating Scripture with Attachment Theory,
and applying it to marital therapy. He just released his book, “Face to Face: Seven Keys to a
Secure Marriage” and speaks regularly on the subject. Dr. Gill and his wife April are in leadership
together at their church, and are enjoying the experience of creating secure attachment in
their marriage and in parenting. The fee for the workshop is $35 per person and includes
continental breakfast starting at 8:30 AM, lunch, and course materials. This workshop will satisfy
the quadrennial requirement of sexual ethics. A 0.5 CEU certificate will be issued at the
completion of the workshop. Registration details to be announced.
PRAYER REQUESTS
Revised Death notice--Mrs. Vicki Lynn Lefever-Hill
June 8, 2015
Mrs. Vicki Lynn Lefever-Hill, of Millersville, the wife of the Rev. Richard M. Hill
(Honorable Location), died Wednesday, June 3, 2015. Her memorial
service was held at the Grace Campus of Millersville Community UMC
on Saturday, June 6.
A lifelong musician, she earned a degree in Music Education and played
flute with professional symphony, chamber and opera groups.
Rev. Richard Hill served the following churches: Berwyn; Clarks Grove; Norristown
Haws Avenue; and Marticville.
In addition to her husband of 34 years, Mrs. Lefever-Hill is survived by their two
children, Jonathan R. Hill (married to Jenna K. Hill) and Jennifer L. Hill; one
granddaughter and one brother, Michael S. Lefever (married to Anita Lefever).
Memorial remembrances can be made to Hospice & Community Care at
www.hospiceandcommunitycare.org or the American Cancer Society,
www.cancer.org. To submit an on-line condolence, visit
www.scheidfuneralhome.com.
The address is 320 Blue Rock Road Millersville, PA 17551.
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Mrs. Lefever-Hill obituary is at
http://lancasteronline.com/mobile_adv/obituaries/detail/?uniqueId=W0010151
Please keep the MPASA Pediatric Medical Clinic in your prayers as together we reach out in love
to the people of Congo and especially to the children who will come to the clinic.
Please keep all those who are mourning the death of loved ones in your prayers.
Please pray for Southeast District Clergy and Families who are coping with health issues.
Please continue to pray for Emma, the granddaughter of Rev. Bonny Smith, Extension Ministry,
Chaplain, Taylor Hospice in Ridley Park.
DISTRICT ANNOUNCEMENTS
SOUTHEAST DISTRICT UNITED METHODIST WOMEN
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
September 9
Day Apart at Camp Innabah
November 14
Annual Celebration Olivet UMC, Coatesville
MISCELLANEOUS ANNOUNCEMENTS
LICENSING SCHOOL FOR LOCAL PASTORS
SUMMER 2015
The dates for the Local Pastor’s Licensing School on the Peninsula Delaware
Conference are June 21-28 at Pecometh Riverview Retreat in Centreville, MD.
This is all of the information that has been released so far.
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THE EASTERN PA CONFERENCE OF THE UNITED
METHODIST CHURCH LICENSING SCHOOL
Interested in Pastoral Ministry as
 As a certified and licensed Local Pastor
 A Growing Church Licensing School
Come to a Licensing School sponsored by the Eastern PA Conference Board of
Ordained Ministry and held at the teaching pastor’s church: West Chester UMC,
Lititz UMC, Mount Hope UMC, Eastwick UMC, Phila. And Eastern PA Conference
Center in Valley Forge, PA
Cost $1000 for all five segments or $250 per segment
Five Major Areas of Study:
Church Administration/ Leading a Congregation/
Larry Leister/, March 14, 28 and April 18, 2015 /Lititz, PA
Pastoral Care/Truman Brooks/
June 13, 27, July 11, 2015/West Chester, PA
Growing Church/Multiplication/2015 Valley Forge Conference Center
July 18/Paul Nixon,
August 8, Mission/Outreach, Peter Wernett/Gordon Hendrickson,
August 29, Wesleyan Ministry, Charles Yrigoyen
Preaching/Worship/Sacraments/
Tom Haugh/Oct. 3, 24,Nov. 7, 2015 Mt. Hope, PA
Christian Education/Michael Roberts/
Nov.14,Dec.5, 2015;Jan.9 2016 Phila.,/Valley Forge, PA
Course instructors are clergy in the Eastern PA Conference and from Path1
Who Should Attend?
Persons looking to be trained in a growing church licensing school
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Registration Form for Eastern PA Licensing School
Name:
Address:
Area Code/Phone:
Email Address:
Home Church Name:
Home Church Pastor’s Signature:
Address:
Local Pastor’s Conference Registrar’s signature:
DCOM Chair’s Signature:
District Superintendent’s signature:
Please check the appropriate response(s):
1. I am taking this course because I am exploring ministry. _____
2. I am under appointment or expect to receive an appointment.
Name of appointment if applicable. ______________________
3. I have completed high school or equivalency. ______
4. I have completed college/university. ______
5. I am a certified candidate. ____
Please return this form to:
Rev. Gordon Hendrickson-PO Box 163 St. Peter’s, Pa. 19470
Enclose a non-refundable check for $ 250 payable to Bethany Each of the five sections
cost $250 or you can pay the entire course for $1100.
Deadline for Registration is one month before class begins.
Local Pastor Registrar for Eastern Pa Larry Richard 717-926-8206
lawrichard13@gmail.com
Questions?????? Call Gordon @ 267-258-9507 gordonacts6@msn.com
Note: Completion of this course does not guarantee an appointment to a local church.
The following process from the Discipline Par.315.2 must be met: Conditions for
candidacy certification, the licensing school, and the examination and
recommendation by the District Committee on Ordained Ministry.
STUDENT SIGNATURE: ____________________________________
I give authorization for my records to be reported to my Conference and/or District
Committee on Ordained Ministry. I acknowledge this school will count for my licensing
education only if I am appointed by 2018.
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EPA CONFERENCE ANNOUNCEMENTS
SCHOOL OF CONGREGATIONAL DEVELOPMENT
August 13-16, 2015
Racial Ethnic Scholarships Available. . .Apply Today
For the past four years, Global Ministries has provided racial ethnic scholarships to more
than 330 clergy, lay and seminarian students across the continental United States to
attend the annual School of Congregational Development. Our goal is to assist as
many clergy, laity and/or seminarians as possible. Our application is online and can be
accessed 24/7. Please note that scholarship awards will be made on a "first come"
basis, so we encourage you to apply early. . . .read more
Where
Sheraton Indianapolis Hotel at Keystone Crossing
8787 Keystone Crossing, Indianapolis, IN 46240
(317) 846-2700 (direct hotel #)
The rate is $151 (inclusive of 17% sales tax)
(includes continental breakfast, free parking, and free Internet in hotel rooms)
32nd LAITY ACADEMY
Fri.-Sun., Aug. 14-16, 2015
Register now for the 32nd Laity Academy, set for August 14-16, once again
at The Inn at Reading, 1040 North Park Road, Wyomissing PA. The theme is
"Planting Seeds: Rooted in God's Word." The online registration is now live, where
plenty of information about this annual education and fellowship event is
available. This is the largest gathering for laity each year--click here for more
information.
"It's your opportunity to learn about your church, your God, and your place in
God's Kingdom from seminary-level instructors. It's a joyful weekend of fellowship
with like-minded others. A chance to become a Christ Servant Minister or to take
advanced courses if you are already a CSM. A time to begin the journey toward
Certified Lay Speaker or even Certified Lay Minister."
Access can be found to the: Paper Registration Form and Course Selection
Brochure; 2015 Academy for Laity Course Descriptions; and the 2015 Academy
for Laity FAQs all on the event information page.
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For more information, contact Aubrey Bates or Anne Taylor. Hotel reservations
must be made directly with the hotel at:
Reservations@InnAtReading.com. Mention "Lay Academy."
2016 Save the Date!
LAITY RETREAT
Wed.-Sat., Sept. 9-12, 2015
2015 EASTERN PA CONFERENCE
APPROVED SEXUAL ETHICS WORKSHOP SCHEDULE
A. LEVEL 1 (BASIC)
(0.5 CEUs, required for all entering ministerial roles)
Level 1 (Basic) Sexual Ethics Workshops provide the essential, ethical and legal dimensions of
appropriate healthy boundaries for those serving in ministerial roles. The primary purpose of this
workshop is to educate participants on how to incorporate such healthy boundaries into their
professional and personal behavior. The Level 1 (Basic) Workshop is mandatory for all persons
seeking certification as candidates in ministry, candidates for ministerial roles and for all other
individuals beginning ministerial roles within the Eastern PA Conference. The Level 1 (Basic) may
be taken as a “refresher” workshop (instead of, or in addition to, an Advanced Level Workshop)
– in fulfillment of the quadrennium continuing education requirement – by all serving in a
ministerial role who have previously completed a level 1 course.
Level 1 (Basic) Sexual Ethics Workshop Offerings:
2) Level 1 (Basic) Sexual Ethics – TUESDAY, JULY 21, 2015 – Conshohocken UMC , 20 West 6th
Avenue, Conshohocken, PA 19428 (phone – 610-828-1250) – 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM. Registration Fee
is $30 per person (includes continental breakfast starting at 8:30 AM, lunch, materials). Workshop
facilitators: Dr. Donna Fiedler and Ricky Ayala. Register online at www.epaumc.org (log in with
your user name and password, go to “Events,” then “Basic Sexual Ethics,” then select the
workshop, then click on “More Information,” then “register now.”). CEUs = 0.5 Questions, contact
David Woolverton, shepherd2842@comcast.net or 717-653-5493.
3) Level 1 (Basic) Sexual Ethics – SATURDAY, OCTOBER 24, 2015 – West Lawn UMC, 15 Woodside
Ave., West Lawn, PA (Reading) – 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM. Registration Fee is $30 per person (includes
continental breakfast starting at 8:30 AM, lunch, materials). Workshop facilitators: Dr. Donna
Fiedler and Ricky Ayala. Register online at www.epaumc.org (log in with your user name and
password, go to “Events,” then “Basic Sexual Ethics,” then select the workshop, then click on
“More Information,” then “register now.”). CEUs = 0.5 Questions, contact David Woolverton,
shepherd2842@comcast.net or 717-653-5493.
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** Generally, the following year’s Basic Level 1 workshops are the same relative dates in the
coming year – typically the Tuesday or Saturday corresponding to the prior year dates.
B. ADVANCED LEVEL ELECTIVES IN SEXUAL ETHICS
(0.5 CEUs required beyond the Level 1 (Basic) per quadrennium)
Advanced Level Electives in Sexual Ethics are designed not only to complete the required
quadrennial continuing education expectations, but to engage persons in ministerial roles in
ongoing accountable dialogue on appropriate healthy boundaries in ministerial practice. The
emphasis on these courses is not just on “data input,” but on praxis (applying what we know,
integrating what we learn into our professional and personal behavior). Only one 0.5 CEU
credited workshop in sexual ethics is required every four years, but all workshops are open to all
persons for their benefit. (Additional CEU credit can be obtained and applied toward our
professionally required 4.0 CEUs per quadrennium, by taking these additional courses.)
Advanced Level Workshop Offerings:
CANCELLED
“Healthy Sexuality and Embodiment in the Practices of Ministry” – TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 22, 2015
REPLACED WITH:
1) “Shame-Less Lives, Grace-Full Congregations.” - FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 25, 2015 – West Lawn
UMC, 15 Woodside Ave., Reading, PA – 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM. Rev. Dr. Karen A. McClintock is a
psychologist, author and congregational consultant. She is a clergy member of the
California/Nevada Annual Conference where she served as parish pastor for nearly two
decades. Her new book, Shame-Less Lives, Grace-full Congregations (Alban) sheds light on
patterns of shame which limit congregational joy and health. Healthy Disclosure in
Congregations (Alban) explores professional ethics, communication boundaries, secrets in
congregations, and sexual abuse prevention. Our workshop will contain segments from each of
these books which are available ahead of time through Alban Publishing. This will be a thought
provoking and stress relieving workshop. Having served five parishes, Karen presents lectures
and case studies with a sense of humor and compassion. She knows the dangers inherent in the
complex relationships clergy find themselves in. Having overcome shame in her own life and
work, she leads others toward graceful lives and leadership. By the end of the day participants
will have learned to reduce negative communication patterns (gossip, rumors, triangulation,
secrets, and anonymous email) in congregations. They will also learn ways to identify and
eliminate shame in their own daily leadership and within congregational systems. She has also
authored; Preventing Sexual Abuse in Congregations (Alban) and Sexual Shame: An Urgent Call
to Healing (Fortress Press). She has been an adjunct professor at Northwest House of Theological
Studies, Pacific School of Religion, and Southern Oregon University. She engages in
conversations about sexuality that are life affirming, while creating safety and healing. More
information is available at www.healthycongregation.com. The fee for the workshop is $35 per
person and includes continental breakfast starting at 8:30 AM, lunch, and course materials. This
workshop will satisfy the quadrennial requirement of sexual ethics. A 0.5 CEU certificate will be
issued at the completion of the workshop.
Click on this link to register:
https://epaumc.smartevents.com/shame-less-lives-grace-full-congregationsseptember-25-advanced-sexual-ethics
2) “Sexual Infidelity Among Clergy Members: Understanding Risk Factors and Prevention from an
Attachment Framework.” - TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 17, 2015 – West Lawn UMC, 15 Woodside Ave.,
Reading, PA – 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM. Attachment is the bonding process that God designed to
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build closeness in humans. Attachment begins in infancy as a survival necessity, but continues
into our adult lives and closest adult relationships. Emotional sharing, vulnerability, and touch are
key components of the adult attachment bond which help build intimate relationships in
adults. When clergy members have their attachment needs met in healthy ways they are less
likely to engage in boundary crossings or boundary violations with their parishioners. This
workshop will educate clergy and lay leaders about the wonderful attachment design that God
has created for their fulfillment in relationships, and will focus them on meeting those needs in
healthy relationships. Attachment needs assessment and self-care strategies will be offered for
both married and single clergy alike. Workshop facilitator, Dr. Jesse Gill, Psy.D., is a Christian
psychologist who has worked at Psychological Health Affiliates in Lancaster, PA, for the past 14
years. He has been greatly enriched in his work integrating Scripture with Attachment Theory,
and applying it to marital therapy. He just released his book, “Face to Face: Seven Keys to a
Secure Marriage” and speaks regularly on the subject. Dr. Gill and his wife April are in leadership
together at their church, and are enjoying the experience of creating secure attachment in
their marriage and in parenting. The fee for the workshop is $35 per person and includes
continental breakfast starting at 8:30 AM, lunch, and course materials. This workshop will satisfy
the quadrennial requirement of sexual ethics. A 0.5 CEU certificate will be issued at the
completion of the workshop. Registration Details to Be Announced.
2016 GENERAL CONFERENCE INFO
May 10-20 in Portland, Oregon
PETITION SUBMISSION BEGINS
FOR GENERAL CONFERENCE 2016
Petitions for consideration by the 2016 General Conference may be submitted to the
Petitions Secretary from April 1 through October 13, 2015. According to church law,
"Any organization, clergy member, or lay member of The
United Methodist Church may petition the General
Conference..." Detailed instructions are available on the
General Conference website at gc2016.umc.org. Typed
petitions may be submitted through the General Conference
website, by postal mail, or via e-mail
to petitions@umpublishing.org.
All other correspondence should be directed
to petitionsquestions@umpublishing.org.
2016 GENERAL CONFERENCE VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
Volunteers are needed for a variety of roles during the 2016 General Conference, The United
Methodist Church’s top legislative assembly, which will meet in Portland, Oregon from May 1020, 2016.
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At this time, volunteers are needed for the following positions: 28 recorders, 10 channel “B”
identifiers and 20 verbatim transcribers/copy editors.
Recorders will serve as members of the staff of the secretary of the General Conference and
work in direct support of their assigned legislative committee. Recorders are responsible for
entering data such as the time, date, and results of committee votes, as well as making changes
to pre-entered petition text to reflect the amendments approved by the committee. This
information is prepared for the recorder by the legislative committee secretary who manually
tracks this information as it happens. The recorder is not responsible for taking minutes or tracking
the discussion of the legislative committee.
Channel “B” identifiers will serve as members of the staff of the editor of the Daily Christian
Advocate (DCA), the official record of the activity of the General Conference. Channel “B”
identifiers will follow action of the plenary, repeating delegates’ names, annual conferences
and vote tallies into a microphone.
Verbatim transcribers/copy editors also serve as members of the staff of the editor of the DCA.
They are responsible for using Microsoft Word to enter data. They will listen to audio files and
transcribe the recordings.
All volunteers are responsible for their own travel and expenses. Those interested can apply here
now through July 1, 2015.
About General Conference
The General Conference is the top policy-making body of The United Methodist Church, and meets once
every four years to consider revisions to church laws, as well as adopt resolutions on current moral, social,
public policy and economic issues. It also approves plans and budgets for churchwide programs for the
next four years. The next General Conference takes place May 10-20, 2016 in Portland, Oregon. Follow
General Conference on Facebook.
Contact: Sara Hotchkiss, shotchkiss@GCFA.org, 615-369-2352
2016 NORTHEASTERN JURISDICTIONAL CONFERENCE
EASTERN PA CONFERENCE
TO HOST
2016 NORTHEASTERN
JURISDICTIONAL
CONFERENCE
July 10-15, 2016
At Lancaster County Convention Center,
Penn Square Marriott Hotel
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HOSPITALITY VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
FOR NORTHEAST JURISDICTIONAL CONFERENCE
JULY 2016
EPA Conference is hosting the 2016 Northeast Jurisdictional Conference in Lancaster
next July. There will be a table at 2015 Annual Conference where you can sign up to
volunteer to help with hospitality. Dates are July 10-16, 2016.
SEEKING QUILT MAKERS TO MAKE STOLES
FOR NORTHEAST JURISDICTIONAL CONFERENCE
DELEGATES
HELP Wanted! Anyone who can sew a straight seam, please consider the following
opportunity. The Northeast Jurisdiction Conference of The United Methodist Church,
being held July 10-15, 2016, in Lancaster, PA will have 200 delegates in attendance. It is
customary to give each delegate a prayer mantle or stole made by members of the
host conference.
We, the Eastern Pennsylvania Conference, are the hosts, and are looking for volunteers
to make patchwork quilt style prayer stoles for the delegates. That means 200 stoles! A
simple pattern and directions will be provided.*Fabric can be supplied, or use your
remnants. We need lots of volunteers. If 40 people volunteer to make 5 stoles we reach
our goal! If you can make 1 or 10 or more, please let us know. This is an excellent
opportunity to teach children to sew and share their talents for the Lord and the work of
the Church. Samples will be on display at Annual Conference this year. Stoles should be
completed by April 2016.
Please contact Judy Ehninger (610-965-2290 or Ehninger@ptd.net) with questions. Give
your name for pattern direction and information.
*Finished dimensions suggested are 2 3/4 inches by 46 inches (or 3 inches by 48 inches
before seams). They could be as wide as 4 inches but no shorter than 46-48 inches.
Some of the samples are eight 6-inch squares sewn together, or six-8 inch squares, then
folded in half and stitched to make the stole. both sides the same, and about 2 3/4-3
1/2 inches wide. Other samples are 4-inch squares pieced together with a plain back.
This finished stole is about 3 1/2 inches wide. No batting or filler is necessary. The idea is
to have variety, so guidelines are very flexible.
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SOUTHEAST DISTRICT MISSION CONNEXIONS
MISSION CONNEXION GROUPS
1). The Prospect Group Facilitator: Rev. Sterling Eaton (267) 372-6049
Norwood UMC (Pastor DongJin Choi)
Prospect UMC (Pastor Sterling Eaton)
Ridley Park UMC (Pastor Cindy Babiak)
Taylor Hospice (Chaplain Bonny Smith)
Vitas Innovative Hospice (Chaplain Laura Welch)
Prospect Ecumenical Group (Pastor Sterling Eaton)
sterling.eaton@gmail.com
2). The Parkesburg Group Facilitator: Rev. Mark Beideman 610.585.0575
Cochranville UMC (Pastor Jimmy Montgomery)
Faith Community UMC (Pastor Mark Beideman)
Friendship UMC (Pastor Shirley Daddario)
Parkesburg UMC (Pastor Mark Beideman)
Parkesburg Ecumenical Group (Pastor Mark Beideman)
Pomeroy UMC (Pastor Mark Beideman)
umcpastormark@earthlink.net
3). The Oxford Club
Facilitator: Rev. Mark Terry 610.563.4415 revmarkterry@gmail.com
Avondale UMC (Pastor Mercedes Case)
Chatham UMC (Pastor Hun Ju Lee)
Fremont: Union UMC (Pastor Kurt Schenk)
Hamorton UMC (Pastor George Miller)
Kemblesville UMC (Pastor Dave Bergstrom)
Kennett: UMC of the Open Door
(Pastor Neil Gutmaker, Deacon Deborah Tanksley-Brown, Deacon Susan Worrell)
Landenberg UMC (Pastor Hun Ju Lee)
New London UMC (Pastor Mercedes Case)
Oxford UMC (Pastor Mark Terry)
West Grove UMC (Pastor Monica Guepet)
West Grove: Cristo Rey UMC (Pastor Lillian Munoz)
4). The West Philadelphia Group Facilitator: Dr. Michael Roberts’s 267.481.3780 drroberts42@aol.com
Berry-Long Memorial UMC (Pastor Misty Fuller)
Camphor Memorial UMC (Pastor Frank Moore)
Clearview UMC (Pastor Suzette Douglas Brown)
Crossroads Hospice (Chaplain Amy Emmett-Rardin)
Eastwick UMC (Pastor Michael Roberts)
Sayer’s Memorial UMC (Pastor Misty Fuller, Deacon Stephanie Brown Wilson)
Simpson Fletcher UMC (Pastor Narie Grayson)
University City: Calvary UMC (Pastor John Pritchard)
Wharton Wesley UMC (Pastor Bob Booker)
Crossroads Hospice (Chaplain Amy Emmett-Rardin)
5). The Drexel Hill Group
Facilitator: Rev. Kevin Babcock (215) 900-1240 friarbabcock@yahoo.com
Drexel Hill UMC (Pastor David Eckert)
Upper Darby: New Life UMC (Pastor Evelyn Kent Clark)
Landsdowne Trinity (The Garden Church) (Pastor Evelyn Kent Clark)
Clifton Heights UMC (Pastor Kevin Babcock, Deacon Ben Hartley)
Darby: Union Memorial (Pastor Victor Gimenez)
Darby: Mt. Zion (Pastor Whymon Simmons)
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6). The 352 Corridor Facilitator: Rev. Ethel Guy 610.329.8432 ethelguy@comcast.net
Chester: St. Daniel’s UMC (Pastor Herb Coe)
Gradyville UMC (Pastor Deborah Gildart-Hanks)
Lima UMC (Pastor Robert Wilt)
Linwood UMC (Pastor Ethel Guy)
Marcus Hook: Cokesbury UMC (Pastor Sandra Cislo)
Media: First UMC (Pastor Laurie Ann Rookard)
Middletown: Christ UMC (Pastor Sharon Paul)
Mount Hope UMC (Pastor Thomas Haugh)
7). The Small Urban Church Connection Facilitator: Ms. Joan Lawson 610.872.3587 JLawson730@yahoo.com
Chester: Grace Community UMC (Pastor John Lewis)
Chester: Siloam UMC (Pastor Herbert Gibbons)
Chester: Trinity UMC (Pastor James Ford)
Eddystone UMC (Pastor Charlie Thomas)
Trainer UMC (Pastor James Ford)
8). The Blue Route Connection Facilitator: Rev. Kenneth Gelzhiser
Swarthmore UMC (Pastor Sukja Bang)
Springfield: Covenant UMC (Pastor Jim Anderman)
Springfield: C. C. Hancock UMC (Pastor Janet Hess)
Broomall: Christ UMC (Pastor Jesse Coale)
Broomall: St. Mark’s UMC (Pastor Ken Gelzhiser)
(610) 356-1199 stmarksbro@aol.com
9). The West Chester Group Facilitator: Ms. Jen McGuire 610. 804.0029 mm1515@att.com
Grove UMC (Pastor Bron Yocum, Pastor Lin George)
Marshallton UMC (Pastor Scott Widmer)
West Chester UMC (Pastor Truman Brooks)
West Chester: El Buen Samaritano UMC (Pastor Evodia Villalva)
Willistown UMC (Pastor Coryn Peña)
10). The Coatesville/Downingtown Group
Facilitators: Rev. Mark Moore 610.384.2433
Coatesville: Olivet UMC (Pastor David Davis)
mark.moore@thorndaleumc.org
Hibernia UMC (Pastor Joan Trout)
Rev. Vicki Pry 610.613.1732
Romansville UMC (Pastor Cindy Hall)
vicki@hopewellumc.org
Thorndale UMC (Pastor Mark Moore)
Downingtown UMC (Pastor Charlie Cole)
Exton UMC (Pastor Johnson Dodla)
Hopewell UMC (Pastor Steve Morton, Pastor Amy Banka)
Nantmeal UMC (Pastor Sharon Paul)
11). Route 202/Route 1 Corridor
Facilitator: Dr. John Inghram 610.459.2911 pastorjohn@elamumc.org
Thornton: Bethlehem UMC (Pastor Tim Kriebel)
Elam UMC (Pastor John Inghram)
Booth’s Corner: Siloam UMC (Pastor Thomas Daniel)
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SOUTHEAST DISTRICT LEADERSHIP
July 2014 - July 2015
Southeast District Lay Leaders
Joan Lawson; William Thompson
Southeast District Committee on Church Location and Building
CHAIR: Gail Armstrong
2015 Robert S. Booker; William Kirkey; Mary Ruch
2016 Mark Beideman; Gail Armstrong; Alvin Kingcade
2017 John Inghram; David Cloetingh; Glenn Wadel
Southeast District Committee on Ordained Ministry
CHAIR: Joan Trout
Registrar: Tim Kriebel
Group Mentoring Coordinator: Bob Wilt
2015 Thomas Daniel; Susan Worrell; William Thompson
2016 Joan Lawson; Timothy Kriebel; Joan Trout
2017 Bronwyn Yocum; Hun Ju Lee; Bob Wilt
Southeast Committee on District Superintendency
CHAIR: Herb Coe
2015 Herbert Coe; Alan Clark; Lynne McCall
2016 Frank Pullia; Sharon Paul; Jennifer Lafferty
2017 Joan Lawson; Mark Moore; Kay McCoy
Southeast District Nominations Team
CHAIR: District Superintendent
Joan Lawson; William Thompson; Gail Armstrong;
Joan Trout; Herb Coe; Mark Terry; Dan Lebo
Southeast District Resource Team
CHAIR: Mark Terry
Marilyn Wilt; Shirley Daddario; Dan Lebo; William Thompson
Michael Roberts; Johnson Dodla; Joan Lawson
Amy Banka; Mark Terry; Melissa Jones; Deborah Tanksley-Brown
Southeast District Mission ConneXion Facilitators Council
The Prospect Group
Sterling Eaton
The Parkesburg Group
Mark Beideman
The Oxford Club
Mark Terry
The West Philadelphia Group
Michael Roberts
The Drexel Hill Group
Kevin Babcock
The 352 Corridor
Ethel Guy
The Small Urban Church Connection Joan Lawson
The Blue Route Connection
Kenneth Gelzhiser
The West Chester Group
Jen McGuire
The Coatesville/Downingtown Group Mark Moore & Vicki Pry
Route 202/Route 1 Corridor
John Inghram
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SOUTHEAST DISTRICT LAY LEADERS
Ms. Joan Lawson
jLawson730@yahoo.com
(610) 872-3587
Mr. William P. Thompson
thompsonconsulting2000@hotmail.com
(610) 453-7534
SOUTHEAST DISTRICT
MISSION CONNEXION FACILITATORS
The Prospect Group
Facilitator: Rev. Sterling Eaton
(267) 372-6049
sterling.eaton@gmail.com
The Parkesburg Group
Facilitator: Rev. Mark Beideman
610.585.0575
umcpastormark@earthlink.net
The Oxford Club
Facilitator: Rev. Mark Terry
610.563.4415
revmarkterry@gmail.com
The West Philadelphia Group
Facilitator: Dr. Michael Roberts
267.481.3780
drroberts42@aol.com
The Drexel Hill Group
Facilitator: Pastor Victor Gimenez,
267.709.1204
vgimenezbox@gmail.com
The 352 Corridor
Facilitator: Rev. Ethel Guy
610.329.8432
ethelguy@comcast.net
The Small Urban Church Connection
Facilitator: Ms. Joan Lawson
610.872.3587
JLawson730@yahoo.com
The Blue Route Connection
Facilitator: Rev. Ken Gelzhiser
(610) 356-1199
stmarksbro@aol.com
The West Chester Group
Facilitator: Ms. Jen McGuire
610.804.0029
mm1515@att.com
The Coatesville/Downingtown Group
Facilitators: Rev. Mark Moore
Rev. Vicki Pry
610.384.2433
610.613.1732
mark.moore@thorndaleumc.org
vicki@hopewellumc.org
Route 202/Route 1 Corridor
Facilitator: Dr. John Inghram
610.459.2911
pastorjohn@elamumc.org
SOUTHEAST DISTRICT COORDINATORS
Disaster Relief,
Older Adult Ministry, Shirley Daddario
Evangelism, Rev. Misty Fuller
Committee on Disabilities, Marilyn Wilt
Church & Society, Bill Seybold
United Methodist Men, Kevin Bidwell
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