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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…

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…

AC Listening Sessions Begin Today!…

Listening sessions begin today for proposed amendments and recommendations to be considered at the upcoming Annual Conference. Sessions are held v…

Stitched in Love: Newark First UMC…

Quilting is not for the faint of heart. It takes skill. It takes creativity. And it takes time. So, imagine the surprise—and challenge—faced by th…

Laity Convocation - August 15-16

All laity in the East and West Ohio Conferences of The United Methodist Church are invited to participate in a Laity Convocation hosted by Bishop Hee…

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Celebrating Methodist Missions in O…

“Celebrating Methodist Missions in Ohio, Korea, and Beyond: The 140-year Legacy of Mary & William Scranton” is a three-day event to be hosted at…

Interested Mentors For Clergy Candi…

Are you a Deacon or Elder who finds joy in helping others listen for God's call? You are invited to attend a Mentor Training Day for those interested…

Lunch and Learn Offering for Justi…

All In Community Ministries invited you to a Post-Incarceration Syndrome Workshop, a virtual Lunch and Learn on Monday, May 12, 11:00 am-1:00 pm. Pos…

Lift Up Native American Ministries…

On Native American Ministries Sunday, United Methodists across the connection come together to celebrate, support, and partner with Native American c…

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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.