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

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Grant Opportunity for UM Equity and…

The General Commission on Religion and Race is now accepting applications for the COOR Action Fund. This fund is a grant initiative that supports bol…

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Ohio Episcopal Area Delegation to F…

A small delegation of leaders from the Ohio Episcopal Area of The United Methodist Church will accompany Bishop Hee-Soo Jung to Korea at the end of A…

AIC
Engage Returning Citizens During Na…

April is National Second Chance Month, a time to focus on returning citizens in our communities. The Ministry of All In Community and its p…

Ohio Episcopal Area Crossing Boundaries Article
Crossing Boundaries, Uniting for Im…

Bishop Hee-Soo Jung brought a God-sized dream to the East Ohio and West Ohio Conferences: to cross conference boundaries to have a greater impact on…

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Leaders from Church of the Resurrec…

Discipleship is more than a program — it’s a journey. You are invited to Discipleship Bootcamp at Stonybrook UMC in Gahanna, OH, on May 15th …

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The Ohio Episcopal Area Task Team B…

The Ohio Episcopal Area Task Team of eight members and two ex-officio staff members from both the East Ohio and West Ohio Conferences met in-person l…

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Registration Now Open for Mission u…

All are invited to the West Ohio Conference United Women in Faith's Mission u on June 27-29, 2025, at the Bergamo Life-Long Learning Center in Beaver…

Generosity Summit 2025
Registration Now Open for Generosit…

Register today for Generosity Summit 2025, scheduled for September 15-16, 2025, at Maumee Lake State Park and Conference Center in Toledo, Ohio. The…

Summer Mission
West Ohio VIM Sites Offer Summer Mi…

Looking for a summer service opportunity for your church or youth group? Consider one of West Ohio's Volunteers in Mission sites!  Good Works…

Bishop Jung's Days in the Districts
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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

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Apr
19

Easter Egg Hunt

Kids 12 and under are invited to Hope United Methodist Church for the Hunter community egg hunt on…

Under the Skin
Apr
22

Expanding Connection…

Join in the conversation to Expand Connection and world view. The gathering will be on zoom,…

prism
Apr
23

Western Lakes

When Kids Come Out

"When Kids Come Out" - a four-session class for parents and family members of LGBTQ+ children on…

connect
Apr
24

Connect A-Round Table -…

Connect A-Round Table with Andy Hill and Marcia Florkey as they share their call to ministry…

May
06

2025 BOM Spring Meeting…

2025 BOM Spring Meeting

Discipleship Bootcamp
May
15

Discipleship Bootcamp

DISCIPLESHIP BOOTCAMP From Curious to Committed. Curating a Discipleship Pathway We’re…

Lay Servant Ministries
May
16

Olentangy River District…

Discover Your Spiritual Gifts LSM Advanced Course Instructor:  Harry and Ann Peat…

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May
17

SRD Annual Meeting…

DISTRICT ANNUAL MEETING & MINISTRY CELEBRATION Saturday, May 17, 11:00 a.m.—2:00 p.m.…

May
21

2025 East Ohio and West…

2025 East Ohio and West Ohio Mentor Training Are you a Deacon or Elder who finds joy in helping…