The mission of the West Ohio Conference is to equip local churches to make disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world.

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Jung Lent
A Lenten Invitation

“And the Spirit immediately drove him out into the wilderness. He was in the wilderness for forty days, tempted by Satan; and he was with the wild be…

Regionalization
What is Regionalization?

Regionalization allows United Methodists throughout our connection to best serve their unique communities as they share the love of God, make discipl…

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MTSO Offers Immersive Experience to…

MTSO Offers Immersive Experience to Cultivate Racial Resilience The Methodist Theological School in Ohio is presenting a course entitled, Cultivat…

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APPLICATIONS CURRENTLY BEING ACCEPT…

Global Ministries seeks U.S.-based United Methodists to lead grassroots environmental projects that are action-oriented, antiracist, bold, and entrep…

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Register Now for Generate 2025

Generating a culture of growing younger congregations requires us to view our ministry with a new set of eyes. Pastors and church leaders are invited…

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Go Grant! Recipient Sees Change thr…

When John Ransom served as pulpit supply at Orient United Methodist Church in Ohio last fall, technology and outreach efforts were limited. In Dec…

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Foundation Celebrated Five Years in…

It was February 2020 and the board of the West Ohio Conference Council on Development was looking to the future. After 40 years of supporting the…

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The Change We Want to See Begins wi…

Change does not roll in on the wheels of inevitability but comes through continuous struggle.Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Honoring the legacy…

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Bishop Names Ohio Episcopal Area Ta…

Bishop Hee-Soo Jung has named the members of the Ohio Episcopal Area Task Team and the consultant who will facilitate its work. The team consists of…

Bishop Jung: Church Visits Throughout Ohio
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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.

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Upcoming Events

Lay Servant Ministries
Mar
16

Great Miami River…

Introduction to Servant Lay Ministry Instructors:  Sandra Combs and Jack Hott This…

Adam Barlow Thompson
Mar
17

Crucible Class 15 Event 3

Crucible Class 15 Event 3: Process Communication- Leading Out of Drama Rev. Adam Barlow-…

Mar
17

Crucible Class 14 Event 6

Crucible Class 14 Event 6: Discipleship, Congregational Adaptability, and Financial Awareness

expanding connection book club
Mar
18

Expanding Connection…

Join the Expanding Connection Book Club and United Women in Faith as we explore The Power of…

Mar
26

Immigration and the…

Join us for a webinar on March 26th from 2:00 - 3:30 p.m. regarding "Immigration and the Church -…

2024 Deacon Formation Event
Mar
27

2025 Deacon Formation…

This retreat is open to deacons across all stages of ministry—including provisional, full, and…

AIC
Mar
27

Connect A-Round Table -…

What is All In Community? Want to know more? How can you get involved? Bishop Jung shared…

comedy night
Mar
29

Comedy Night

Join New Day United Methodist Church for a Night of Comedy with nationally known comedians Jeff…

Lay Servant Ministries
Mar
30

Great Miami River…

Public Prayer LSM Advance Course Instructors:  Jayne and Glen Lash Praying in public…