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This Sunday, august 21

The message from guest minister, Dr. Amy Oden, will be "Organic Church," based on John 12: 24-26.


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Services in the sanctuary begin at 8:30 a.m. and 10:50 a.m. Online services will continue at 11 a.m. on Facebook Live. Within an hour of the live broadcast, video will be available for viewing on our website and our YouTube channel.


9:40 a.m. adult Sunday school classes are in a hybrid format, in our building, as well as online using Zoom video conferencing. (See descriptions below.) If you would like to visit a virtual adult Sunday School class, email the church office at ststephensumc@coxinet.net or Rev. Dianne Peters at diannerpeters@gmail.com

this week's adult education offerings

These classes are every Sunday at 9:40am - 10:40am. Come check us out!

  • Roots and Wings The Lord's Prayer is the focus for our current study with Rev. Adam Hamilton from The United Methodist Church of the Resurrection. His title for this week is "And Lead Us, Not into Temptation..." (part 2). What does temptation mean for each of us? Bring your questions and join us on Sunday morning in Community Hall. Newcomers are always welcome! For more information, contact Dianne Peters: diannerpeters@gmail.com.


  • Listening for God This week we are discussing two videos focused on the current divisions in the United Methodist Church and the possibility for a hopeful future. You'll need to watch the videos ahead of time, so please contact Rhonda for the links. We are hybrid, meeting in person and on Zoom. For more information, contact Rhonda Stock: rhondalstock@gmail.com
  • Challenges and Choices Jim and Cindy Rosenthal are our facilitators this week. Here are some of the questions we'll consider. With the Inflation Reduction Act almost reality, how should we feel about climate change? Do you fall on the optimistic or pessimistic end of the spectrum? Can we have both a thriving consumer economy and a healthy planet? What are you doing on a personal level to address climate change? We gather for Sunday School at 9:40 in Room 12 or on Zoom. For more information, contact Cheryl Frech:cfrech@cox.net


  • Seekers The church is going to have to become to conscience of the free market if it's to have any meaning in the world - and stop being an apologist. This week's class will study the systemic injustices that privilege some and disadvantage other relationship to Jesus' teachings. What is our duty as Christians? We meet in Room 11 or on Zoom. For more information, contact Mary Lee: leefam77@cox.net