You're Invited
Thank you for checking us out! These are exciting times to be a follower of Jesus Christ and we believe that the world is as much in need of the message of the Gospel, as it has ever been. People are yearning to experience authentic worship, explore if the Bible has anything helpful and inspiring to say, develop real friendships in healthy community, and find meaning and purpose in their life and work. If you are searching for a place where you can fit in and be accepted for who you are, while at the same time getting a real sense that God loves you and Jesus can save you, then we invite you to come by for a visit. Experience worship with us. Explore our community. Make some friends. Does it sound too good to be true?
In the words of Jesus, "Come and see."
ADVENT SERMON SERIES:
A long time ago, in a place far, far away, the prophet Isaiah spoke these words:
Arise, shine, for your light has come, and the glory of the LORD has risen upon you (Isaiah 60.1). Centuries later, the disciple John, son of Zebedee, wrote these words:
The true light, which gives light to everyone, was coming into the world (John 1.9).
Isaiah was foreshadowing the coming of the Christ. And John was writing about Jesus Christ, the son of God and the savior of humankind. And in John 8.12, Jesus says of himself: I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.
As Christians, we are called not only to walk in this light but also to help reflect the light of Christ into the dark places of this world, so that others my enter the light and enjoy true life. Beginning November 30th, come join us for worship any Sunday at 9 am for a powerful Christmas series entitled:
And the Light shines on...
Weekly Worship Schedule
Sundays, 9 am
Service in the sanctuary.
UPCOMING EVENTS
* Dec. 1 & 2 - annual Hanging of the Greens, 9am-Noon.
Come help us decorate the church for the Christmas
Season.
* Dec. 2 - Christmas Wreath-Making Class at 4 pm
at Goff & Dittman Florist, Edwardsville
* Dec. 5 - Christmas Party for District Pastors, at New Bethel UMC, 6-8 pm
* Dec. 13 - United Women in Faith Luncheon at Sugo's in
Edwardsville, Noon-2pm
* Dec. 14 - Children's Christmas Party with Santa Claus, 10:15 am in
the Fellowship Hall
* Dec. 24 - Christmas Eve Candlelight Communion Service - 4 pm.
* January 1, 2026 - Happy New Year!
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Red Cross Blood Drive
Wednesday, February 4, 2026
12:30 - 4:30 pm
FOCUS OF THE MONTH
Faithful response to America's ongoing tragedies
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Click HERE to read to the article.
From Ministry Matters
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Written by F.Willis Johnson
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Published 8/28/2025
WEEKLY EVENTS
CHILDREN'S CLASSES
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Children's Sunday School, grades 1-5, Sundays, 10:15-11:15, Room 201 with Maggie
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​Sunday Kids' Club, 1st-6th grades * Specific Sundays 10:15 - 11:30 am, Room 102
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November 16-23: two-week Thanksgiving Project - painting/decorating wooden turkeys to take home.
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December 14: Children's Christmas Party with Santa Claus!​​​
YOUTH CLASSES
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Youth Sunday School - Sunday, 10:15 am - 11:15 am - Room 104
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Youth Group - Begins September 21
ADULT CLASSES
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The Seekers Adult Study Class - Sundays, 10:15 - 11:30 am - Room 101 - Classes resume Sept. 7, 2025
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Women of Faith - Sundays, 10:15-11:15 am, Room 203
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Weekly Yoga - Tuesdays at 10 am, room 101, open to all ages and flexibilities
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Spanish/English Bible Study, Wednesdays, 5 pm
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DISCIPLE 1 Bible Study, Thursdays, 5-7 pm
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CHOIR PRACTICES
Bell Choir - On Wednesdays, 6 pm
Vocal Choir - On Wednesdays, 7 pm
