The mission of the West Ohio Conference is to equip local churches to make disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world.
Recent News
Funding Available For Cross-Confere…
The North Central Jurisdiction Mission Council is accepting grant applications to fund a ministry or program in cross-conference connection, identify…
Take Advantage of New Leadership La…
On June 7, All In Community (AIC) presents The Joy and Agony of Servant Leadership from 9:00 am – 3:00 pm. This is the first of many leader…
Laity Discernment Retreats Coming t…
This spring, the West Ohio Conference Laity Discernment Retreat drew 16 people to gather in conversation and learn more about listening to God’s call…
A Pastoral Message on the Election…
“Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God.” - Matthew 5:9 (NRSVA) Pope Leo XIV is a leader who has devoted himself…
Expanding Connection Book Club Read…
You are invited to join the Expanding Connection Book Club to read and discuss Time by Fox and Rob Richardson. The virtual discussion will be he…
West Ohio Models Sustainability Eff…
West Ohio is working to reduce waste and promote sustainability efforts at this year’s Annual Conference session. As part of West Ohio’s recent empha…
What does the Term 'Annual Con…
When you hear the term “annual conference,” it could be referring to any one of three things. The annual conference is a regional body, an organizati…
All Ohio School of Ministry to be H…
Active clergy serving in the East and West Ohio Conferences are invited to attend the All-Ohio School of Ministry, scheduled for September 18–20, 202…
United Methodist Men Gathering Sche…
The United Methodist Men will hold a transformative event—the Men’s & Scouting National Gathering, beginning July 31 through August 3, 2025,…
Resources
Bishop Hee-Soo Jung
Bishop Hee-Soo Jung is the resident bishop of The Ohio Episcopal Area, encompassing both the East Ohio and West Ohio Conferences. The following pages contain information about Bishop Jung including his biography, call to ministry story, photos, Soul Food column and sermons.
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Upcoming Events
Preschool Educator…
Preschool Educator Workshop Join us as we explore tangible ways to connect home, school,…
Annual Conference 2025
The 56th session of the West Ohio Conference will be held May 28 through May 31 at Capital…
Annual Conference…
"Sowing the Seeds of Faith" Bishop Jung will host a mission dinner during Annual Conference…
REGISTRATION IS NOW…
Discovering Spiritual Gifts LSM Advanced Course Instructor: Rev. Dr. Scott Blevins…
June 7, 2025 Wesley…
Exciting things are happening at Camp Wesley, and we need your help to prepare! Lake…
Open House and Resource…
You're invited to an Open House and Resource Fair at The Gathering in Middletown on Thursday, June…
Great Miami River…
Ministry with the Forgotten LSM Advanced Course Instructors: Suzan Graham and David…
2025 Clergy Licensing…
The licensed clergy is licensed for pastoral ministry and performs the duties of a pastor in the…
Climate Justice VIM…
Join others in West Ohio for a Climate Justice Volunteers in Mission journey to Western North…