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Epworth is part of a world-wide ministry.One reason United Methodists are able to accomplish great things is the church’s emphasis on “connectionalism.” It is common to hear United Methodist leaders speak of the denomination as “the connection.” This concept has been central to Methodism from its beginning.The United Methodist Church, which began as a movement and a loose network of local societies with a mission, has grown into one of the most carefully organized and largest denominations in the world. The United Methodist structure and organization began as a means of accomplishing the mission of spreading Scriptural Holiness over the land. John Wesley recognized the need for an organized system of communication and accountability and developed what he called the “connection,” which was an interlocking system of classes, societies, and annual conferences. (UM Member’s Handbook, p 24) No local church is the total body of Christ. Therefore, local United Methodist churches are bound together by a common mission and common governance that accomplish reaching out into the world. United Methodist churches and organizations join in mission with each other and with other denominations.Connectionalism shows through the clergy appointment system, through the developing of mission and ministry that United Methodists do together, and through giving.
An example of connectionalism: Mission work around the world, whether it be a new university in Africa or bicycles for Cuban pastors, is the work of “the connection,” as opposed to the work of a single congregation.
The primary web page for the United Methodist Church can be found at www.umc.org. You will find some links to more of these connections below:
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EASTERN PENNSYLVANIA CONFERENCE
For the first time in 20 years, the Eastern Pennsylvania Conference is paying 100% of both its World Service and General Church apportionment. These funds are used for World Service and for General Church ministry.
EASTERN PENNSYLVANIA CONFERENCE
www.epaumc.org
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the District's Bishop Peggy Johnson:
www.youtube.com/philadelphia/areaUMC
GENERAL GOARD OF GL0BAL MINISTRIES
www.//new.bgbm-umc.org
ASK INFO-SERVE--Have a question, and
don't know where to go for an answer,
check here:
www.infoserve@umcom.org
CHURCH AND SOCIETY
www.umc-bgccs.org
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DISTRICT WEBSITE
www.nedistrictepaumc.org
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COKESBURY
This is a resource for many items to assist in your spiritual journey.
www.cokesbury.com
GENERAL BOARD OF DISCIPLESHIP
www.gbod.org
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To Contact Epworth:
Epworth United Methodist Church
3245 Oakland Road
PO Box 310
Bethlehem, PA 18020
Phone: 610-868-5354
Fax: 610-419-4291
E-mail: epworthchurch@rcn.com
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OFFICE HOURS
8:45 AM - 11:30 AM
Monday, Thursday, Friday
Church Phone: 610-868-5354
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