Our Vision

Under the guidance of the Holy Spirit, the Eastern Pennsylvania Conference fully embraces social justice and peace as on-going priorities, with an active Church and Society work area in every congregation, committed to restoring God’s kingdom to all. 

(Luke 4: 16-19)

Our Mission

The mission of the Church and Society Work Team is: Making disciples for Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world by:

• Promoting an understanding of the Social Principles of the United Methodist Church, among clergy and laity.

• Educating local congregations on social justice issues, especially those related to preventing and reducing poverty, promoting global health, preventing child abuse, and encouraging inclusiveness in churches.

• Developing church leaders who understand how to connect mercy and justice as they put their passion for  social justice into practice.

• Supporting congregation in their efforts to promote peace and justice in their communities.

• Facilitating networking and sharing of resources on social justice issues among congregations.
• Encouraging congregations to witness for Christ be being and inviting presence and voice of Christ as they advocate for those in need.

• Nurturing an understanding of the spiritual foundations for social justice advocacy.

(last updated 3/21/2009)

We invite you to explore the resource links to learn more about our mission and available resources. 

CHURCH AND SOCIETY WORK TEAM, EPC, UMC

Who are we? People with a passion for social justice.

    Chairperson – Barbara Drake

    Peace with Justice Coordinator – Rev. Carolene Brubaker

    Members – Dianne Berlin, Carol Bremner, Verna Colliver, Rev. Denita Connor, Amy Dwyer,  Barrie Eichhorn, Alice Fling, Althea Harmon, Gladys Hubbard, Rev. Sandy Knaub, Bill Seybold, Dottie Wells, Rev. Susan Worrell, Rev. Mark Young

What do we do?

Promote an understanding of the UMC Social Principles

Educate congregations on social justice issues, especially those related to reducing poverty and promoting global health

Help develop church leaders who understand how to connect mercy and justice

Support congregations in their efforts to promote peace and justice in their communities

Facilitate networking and sharing of social justice resources

Nurture spiritual foundations for social justice advocacy

How do we do it?

Peace with Justice grants

Resolutions to Annual Conference

Web site, e-mail, and church mailings

Displays at Conference and District events

Lending library of books and audiovisuals

Educational programs and speakers bureau

When and where do we meet?

     Next meeting We will meet on Saturday September 26, but the time and place are changed.  The time will be 1-4 pm, and the place will be Phoenixville UMC in their lounge near the sanctuary. , Nov. 21

Who can join?  You

For more information, contact Barbara Drake