In a world that is becoming increasingly divided, people are weary of judgment and starving for acceptance. Even in places that should be open and safe, many have felt unwelcome. By simply living God’s love, Worthington United Methodist Church has become a place where everyone can feel welcome and accepted.
9 am: Worship in Potter Chapel
10 am: Worship in the Sanctuary (livestreamed)
11 am: Hospitality
On Sunday, November 3, 2024, Worthington UMC will celebrate All Saints Sunday. On this day, we will remember all those who have revealed the love of God to us and who now rest in God’s eternal embrace. You are invited to bring a photograph or object that represents a person who has passed away to place on the memorial table that will be in Dixon Lounge. In doing so, we will represent and celebrate the “great cloud of witnesses” that continues to surround us. Objects can represent people who died recently or a long time ago – the purpose is to provide a space to acknowledge those who have impacted our lives so dearly and are no longer on this side of eternity. Please remember to take the object home with you before you leave.
Looking for a way to get more involved in our work as a congregation? Looking to build friendships and grow in your faith as you serve God and your neighbor? On November 24, beginning at 9:30am and resuming again after 10am worship, we’ll be hosting a Discipleship and Involvement Fair outside the sanctuary. Enjoy some popcorn, cookies, and coffee and peruse the many ways we’re involved inside and outside our building. Learn how to get started singing in the choir or ringing in the bell choir without prior musical experience. Browse samples of the Advent small group materials and get signed up for a group. See what it takes to be an usher or greeter. Find a way to meet people’s material needs in a way that aligns with your skills and interests. This is a great place to learn, ask questions, and find something to commit to.
Not able to make it in-person on November 24? No worries! The December Messenger and E-Blast will include a virtual listing of the ministries represented at the fair for you to express your interest. You can also stop by the church office or talk with Pastor Dom to get connected.
Earlier this year, Worthington UMC and St. John’s Episcopal Church partnered with Community Refugee and Immigrant Services to welcome an immigrant or refugee family to Columbus. This past week, we were informed that an eight-person extended family of three generations, ranging in age from 58 years-old to 2 years-old, will be arriving on Tuesday December 3 from El Salvador. It is our responsibility to collect items to prepare their new home.
If you are able, please consider donating items to this Welcome Kit. Items can be delivered to WUMC Monday-Thursday, 9-3 pm or by special arrangement with Pastor Dom (dominic@worthingtonumc.com).
Please view needed items and sign up to donate using this link: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F4FA9AE23A7F8C70-53199292-wumcst. Please share this information with anyone you think might be willing to donate. Thank you in advance for your generosity toward our newest neighbors as a reflection of Christ’s hospitality!
Altar flower sign-up is available now! Each sign up includes a special dedication you may include in that week’s bulletin. Please make sure to include a relevant point of contact (phone or email). You may sign up on the flower poster next to the Octagon Table by the Sanctuary.
Communion Walk Highbanks Metro Park Saturday, October 19 at 9am Our fall Communion Walk will take place on Saturday, October 19 at 9am at Highbanks Metro Park. This should be a peak fall foliage weekend! We’ll gather at the trailhead for the Overlook Trail. Here’s a Google Map link for where we’ll gather at 9am […]
Mission Foci Listening Sessions
NewsFor the last year, we as a church have been on a journey of discernment as to how we can best care for the spiritual and material needs of our neighbors in need. We’ve hosted studies of housing insecurity and the United Methodist Social Principles, launched the Everyday Grace Bag ministry and an Environmental Sustainability […]