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

Will Fenton-Jones
Will Fenton-Jones to serve East Ohi…

Will Fenton-Jones has been named Director of Multicultural Ministries, effective January 2, 2025. This shared staff position will serve both East Ohi…

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Human Relations Day 2025 - Pastor a…

Human Relations Day is a Special Sunday across our denomination, focused on fostering better relationships and supporting community and youth outreac…

Personify
Virgin Pulse is Now Personify Healt…

On January 1, 2025, Virgin Pulse—the company that powers your well-being program—is becoming Personify Health. What does this mean for you?…

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Bishop Announces Day on the Distric…

Bishop Hee-Soo Jung has announced Day on District gatherings for clergy and laity. The theme is “Healing and Restoration in Community,” with the scri…

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MLK Jr. Day of Service set for Janu…

Join the East and West Ohio Conferences of the United Methodist Church as we honor the legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. with a day of servi…

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East and West Ohio Conferences to C…

The East and West Ohio Conferences of The United Methodist Church are coming together to honor the legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. with a…

Soul Food
Ohio is the Center of the Missional…

I am the fruit of Ohio mission. I never thought of my own faith journey being related to Ohio. I grew up a Korean Methodist. When I was 16 years old,…

Prayer Porch
Prayer Porch Ministry Offers Caring…

In the small village of Edgerton, children gather on the front porch of the United Methodist Churchparsonage, swinging on swings, sitting in egg chai…

FSQ
Fountain Square Church Helps Reside…

For years, churches and non-profits in Oregon have collaborated to provide monthly meals forresidents of Fountain Square, a 110-unit senior and low-i…

A Christmas Message from Bishop Hee-Soo Jung
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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

open house
Dec
21

Christmas Open House

Normandy United Methodist Church honors the heritage of the Grant Mansion that became their church…

Jan
08

Expanding Connection…

Join Tim Soerens - the author on Zoom to discuss his book before he comes to West Ohio to…

Jan
10

2025 Candidacy Summit-…

During the Winter Candidacy Summit Retreat, candidates will have an opportunity to worship,…

Jan
11

Early Response Team…

The eight hour basic class ERT training will teach you how to assist survivors of natural…

Jan
14

Neighborhood Church with…

The church has become so divided, disembodied and displaced that it’s nearly impossible for us…

Jan
15

Neighborhood Church with…

The church has become so divided, disembodied and displaced that it’s nearly impossible for us to…

Jan
15

Neighborhood Church with…

The church has become so divided, disembodied and displaced that it’s nearly impossible for us to…

book
Jan
23

"Garbage Theology…

Miami Valley Creation Care is an offshoot of Waste-Free Dayton, created to call attention to our…

Jan
25

ERT 200 Advanced Classes

On Saturday, January 25, 2025, the Hocking River District office will host the following advanced…