Alexander Chapel United Methodist Church

05/24/2026

Today, Alexander Chapel United Methodist Church celebrated Pentecost Sunday — the birth of the Church! During worship we wore “tongues of flame” as a joyful reminder of the Holy Spirit descending upon the people in Acts 2:1–21. We celebrated how God’s Spirit continues to move among ordinary people, bringing courage, understanding, and new life into the world. Happy Birthday, Church! https://youtu.be/Rv3d9fGtDns

05/11/2026

I am excited to share that Reverend Jimmy Galloway will begin serving as the minister of Alexander Chapel UMC in Asheville, NC, beginning July 6, 2026. Reverend Galloway has previously served as the Minister of Alexander and thus is no stranger to this wonderful church family. Jimmy has been with helped me in my first year at ACUMC - given his leadership status with the Western NC Conference of the UMC. I am glad he is coming back home to ACUMC! As members of AC have already shared with me, “He’s a good fella!”

Phillip Ray Gibson

04/24/2026

Big Ivy Breakfast One Year Anniversary and Plant Swap! -May 2nd!

04/23/2026

This evening, we were honored to be able to host a concert by a wonderful Appalachian musician, Murphy Campbell. Hope you enjoy this recording of the event: https://alexanderchapel.org/podcasts/media/2026-04-22-earth-day-creation-care-event

We want to note that this event also served as an opportunity to raise awareness and funding for the Creation Care Alliance of Mountain True. Over 50 people attended. $452 was contributed by those attending. Alexander Chapel was able to give an additional $500. Together, we did several wonderful things this evening. Thank you all!

This music event was conducted on April 22, 2026, at Alexander Chapel United Methodist Church. Murphy Campbell was hired by Alexander Chapel to perform for one hour. The date of the event was also the day of Earth Day,. A love offering was accepted for the Creation Care Alliance of Mountain True....

04/05/2026

He is Risen! Easter 2026 Worship Service at Alexander Chapel United Methodist Church. https://youtu.be/wUpb2Y061mo . If you are in town, come join us on Sundays at 11 a.m. at 880 Aiken Road, Asheville, NC.

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04/04/2026

Celebration of Tenebrae, Friday, April 3, 2026Alexander Chapel United Methodist Church (UMC), Christ UMC, Clark’s Chapel UMC, and Salem UMC welcome you to th...

04/04/2026

2026 Tenebrae Service at Alexander Chapel UMC https://youtu.be/-rfL0bXE-wY

Celebration of Tenebrae, Friday, April 3, 2026

Alexander Chapel United Methodist Church (UMC), Christ UMC, Clark’s Chapel UMC, and Salem UMC welcome you to this collaborative celebration of Tenebrae. Tenebrae, meaning “darkness” or “shadows,” is a solemn service observed during Holy Week that reflects on the suffering and death of Jesus Christ. Through song, scripture readings, and the gradual extinguishing of candles, the service moves us from light into darkness, symbolizing the events leading to the cross. Tenebrae service invites us into quiet reflection and remembrance, preparing our hearts to more fully experience the hope and joy of Easter.

Prelude, Steve Hawkins
Invocation & Greeting, Phillip Gibson, Pastor of Alexander Chapel United Methodist Church
Prayer in Unison, Sheri King

Almighty God, your Son Jesus Christ was lifted high upon the cross so that He might draw the whole world to Himself. Grant that we, who glory in this death for our salvation, may also glory in His call to take up our cross and follow Him; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

The Story of the Passion of Christ

Song - Cross Medley, sung by the Weaverville Community Choir
Reading 1 – Phillip Gibson
Reading 2 – Ray Kiess
Reading 3 – Mike Holder
Reading 4 – Pam Williams

Song - Who Am I?, sung by the Weaverville Community Choir, Kay Holder, soloist
Reading 5 – Sheri King
Reading 6 – Cindy Lunsford
Reading 7 – Mike Holder
Reading 8 – Ray Kiess

Song - O Love Divine, What Hast Thou Done, sung by the Weaverville Community Choir
Reading 9 – Warren Lunsford
Reading 10 – Pam Williams
Reading 11 – Mike Holder
Reading 12 – Ray Kiess

Song - 'Tis Finished! The Messiah Dies, sung by the Weaverville Community Choir
Reading 13 – Sheri King
Reading 14 – Ray Kiess
Reading 15 – Mike Holder
Reading 16 – Phillip Gibson

Benediction, Phillip Gibson
The sanctuary lights will remain off. Please depart in silence. The room will remain darkened except for the lights at the entrance.

Appreciation to:
Pianist and Choir Director: Steve Hawkins
Soundboard and Lighting: Phillip Hawkins
The Weaverville Community Choir: Judy Buchanan, Jane Criser, Terry Criser, Elizabeth Hawkins,
Steve Hawkins, Kay Holder, Laura Lever, Cindy Lunsford, Rick Scarboro, Terrie Scarboro, Marcia Smith, Pam Williams
Readers: Ray Kiess (retired UMC clergy), Mike Holder (clergy for Christ UMC), Cindy Lunsford (clergy for Salem UMC), Warren Lunsford (clergy for Clark’s Chapel UMC), Sheri King & Pam Williams (Alexander Chapel)

Celebration of Tenebrae, Friday, April 3, 2026Alexander Chapel United Methodist Church (UMC), Christ UMC, Clark’s Chapel UMC, and Salem UMC welcome you to th...

03/29/2026

Deep Dive:
My weekly deep dive into today's Palm Sunday message has been uploaded. You may listen to this recording here: https://youtu.be/McYlf2GFr3I . This 20-minute deep dive goes further into the message of today's scripture. This recording includes additional perspectives from Richard Rohr, Henri Nouwen, and Dietrich Bonhoeffer. The full worship recording is also now available on the Alexander Chapel website, www.alexanderchapel.org

https://youtu.be/McYlf2GFr3I

A sermon given at Alexander Chapel United Methodist Church emphasizes that these theological reflections lead to a critical choice for the church today: whet...