Large Church Gathering Inspires Hope and Renewal Across Ohio

In a powerful demonstration of unity and vision, Bishop Hee-Soo Jung recently convened leaders from 60 of Ohio’s largest United Methodist churches and major ethnic congregations for a transformative gathering focused on renewal and multiplication. The event, marked by uplifting worship and collaboration, centered on a bold, Spirit-led vision, establishing 100 new faith communities across [...]

Bishop, Cabinet, Laity Leaders Bond and Grow in Spirit Serving Together at the Urban Mission

By Brett Hetherington* The Urban Mission in Steubenville recently hosted Bishop Hee-Soo Jung, the East Ohio Conference Cabinet, and laity leaders for two days of service projects and team building. The team spent hours moving boxes of food, painting walls inside the men’s shelter, weeding outside the women’s shelter, and sorting and folding clothes at [...]

Bicycle Ministry Spreads the Love of Christ and Brings Joy to Children, Youth, and Adults

By Brett Hetherington* Most of us learned early in life how to ride a bike, delicately balancing our body while using the strokes of the pedals to propel themselves on two wheels toward some semblance of freedom and independence. But not everyone has access to a bicycle. In the summer of 2015, the people of [...]