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New Resources Celebrating Black His…

February is Black History Month, a time to celebrate the contributions of Black Americans, reflect on our shared history, and commit ourselves t…

Sorens helps leaders reimagine mini…

Over two days, author and CEO of Parish Collective, Tim Sorens, came together with leaders from across West Ohio to help local congregations reimagin…

POSTPONED: MLK Day 2025 Worship Ser…

Due to the expected arctic cold weather forecast to move into Ohio overnight on Saturday, the Sunday, January 19 service celebrating the legacy o…

Clergy Renewal Scholarships Offered…

As people of faith, keeping “Sabbath” is essential to maintaining one’s relationship with God. For clergy to truly have a Sabbath, it is oftentimes n…

Worker's Comp Trainings Announ…

The West Ohio Conference, in conjunction with the Bureau of Workers’ Compensation, will host three zoom meetings about important topics for clergy an…

Human Trafficking Awareness

Human trafficking is the illegal trade in human beings for commercial sexual exploitation or forced labor: a modern-day form of slavery. Globally, hu…

May We Each Live as One of the Magi

“But the angel said to them, ‘Do not be afraid; for see – I am bringing you good news of great joy for all the people: to you is born this day i…

Bishop's Day on the Districts

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…

Shiloh UMC Couple Leads Effort to C…

According to the 2024 Trafficking in Persons Report by the U.S. Department of State, Cambodia remains a country that does not fully meet th…

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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.