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Beautiful Sanctuary with great acoustics and sparkling stained glass windows. Outstanding choir, piano, and organ music performed regularly.

🎒 7 Days Until Our 60th Anniversary Celebration!Today at Montgomery UMC, we're Blessing the Backpacks as our children an...
09/06/2026

🎒 7 Days Until Our 60th Anniversary Celebration!

Today at Montgomery UMC, we're Blessing the Backpacks as our children and young people begin another school year.

And with our 60th Anniversary just one week away, it has us thinking about generations.

Where were you in Montgomery UMC's story when you were the age of the children carrying backpacks today?

Were you here in the 1960s or 70s, growing up alongside a brand-new congregation?

Were you a child or teenager here in the 80s or 90s?

Did you raise your own children here in the 2000s?

Or are you part of the generation of families discovering Montgomery UMC today?

For sixty years, one generation has handed this church to the next.

Next Sunday we'll celebrate the people who built, served, taught, sang, gave, prayed, and loved Montgomery UMC into the church it is today.

But perhaps the most important question of our anniversary isn't simply "What did they leave for us?"

It's "What will we leave for them?" ❤️

May we leave today's children a church that is strong and faithful—a church where they know they are loved, where they learn to love their neighbors, where their questions are welcomed, and where they discover that there is a place for them in God's story.

🎉 7 DAYS TO GO!
WOW! Celebrating 60 Years of God's Faithfulness
Sunday, September 13 • 10:00 a.m

⛪ Saturday — 8 Days Until Our 60th Anniversary Celebration!Did you know? In its entire 60-year history, Montgomery Unite...
09/05/2026

⛪ Saturday — 8 Days Until Our 60th Anniversary Celebration!

Did you know? In its entire 60-year history, Montgomery United Methodist Church has been served by only seven pastors!

✝️ Rev. Paul Burks — 1966–1968

✝️ Rev. John Painter — 1968–1974
Fun connection: Years later, Rev. Painter would interview Pastor Jess during her own journey toward ordained ministry!

✝️ Rev. Galen Goodwin — 1974–1983

✝️ Rev. Sanford Ostman — 1983–1985

✝️ Rev. David Lehmkuhl — 1985–1998

✝️ Rev. Dr. Anthony Godlefski — 1998–2024

✝️ Rev. Jessica Campbell — 2024–present
In 2024, Pastor Jess became the first woman appointed to serve Montgomery UMC.

Seven pastors. Sixty years. Generations of ministry. ❤️

We give thanks for each pastor—and for all the lay people who have served alongside them—helping Montgomery UMC grow, change, worship, serve, and share God's love through the years.

WOW! Celebrating 60 Years of God's Faithfulness.
Join us Sunday, September 13 at 10:00 a.m. for our Anniversary & Homecoming Celebration!

🎉 COUNTDOWN: 9 DAYS TO GO! | 60 Years of MUMC: Did You Know?If you’ve ever enjoyed coffee hour, shared a meal, or celebr...
09/04/2026

🎉 COUNTDOWN: 9 DAYS TO GO! | 60 Years of MUMC: Did You Know?

If you’ve ever enjoyed coffee hour, shared a meal, or celebrated a special occasion in our Fellowship Hall, you were actually standing in Montgomery UMC’s original sanctuary! ☕⛪

Before our present sanctuary was built, that exact room was where our congregation first gathered to worship. Just imagine the decades of prayers prayed, hymns sung, and milestones celebrated within those walls.

Today, it continues to bring our church family together—just around dining tables instead of pews! The layout may have changed over the years, but its core purpose never has: building community and connection.

As we count down to our 60th Anniversary & Homecoming Celebration on September 13, we give thanks for all the sacred spaces and moments that have shaped our story.

✨ 60 Years of Gathering Together (1966–2026) ✨

✨ Let's keep the music ministry strong at Montgomery United Methodist Church! 🎶We have a wonderful community of musician...
09/03/2026

✨ Let's keep the music ministry strong at Montgomery United Methodist Church! 🎶

We have a wonderful community of musicians, and we want to invite you to be a part of it. Whether you sing, ring, or both—there is a place for you!

Here are the opportunities:

🗣️ JOIN THE CHOIR
Directed by Rikki Hein
Rehearsals are conveniently scheduled before and after worship on Sundays.

🔔 JOIN HANDBELLS
Directed by Alex Farah
Rehearsals are Mondays at 7:00 PM.

Sing. Ring. Belong.

We can't wait to make music with you! If you have any questions, feel free to reach out.

✨ It started with 7 families in 1966... ✨60 years later, we're still growing, serving, and worshiping together! ⛪️❤️We’r...
09/03/2026

✨ It started with 7 families in 1966... ✨

60 years later, we're still growing, serving, and worshiping together! ⛪️❤️

We’re officially 10 days away from our 60th Anniversary Celebration, and we want YOU to be part of it.

🗓 Mark your calendar: Sunday, Sept 13th

🎉 What to expect: A celebration of God’s faithfulness, our rich history, and our bright future together.

Tag someone who has been part of your MUMC journey! 👇

Half Truths BIBLE STUDYSearching for the Whole Truth in Scripture“Everything happens for a reason.”“God helps those who ...
09/03/2026

Half Truths BIBLE STUDY

Searching for the Whole Truth in Scripture
“Everything happens for a reason.”

“God helps those who help themselves.”

“God won’t give you more than you can handle.”

We hear sayings like these all the time—but are they actually biblical?

In this five-week small-group study, we will draw upon the teachings of author and pastor Adam Hamilton and Pastor Jess to examine five popular Christian clichés that aren’t found in the Bible. Together, we will compare these “half truths” with Scripture and the message and ministry of Jesus as we seek a fuller, more faithful understanding of God.

The Whole Truth Details
Choose the gathering that works best for you:

Wednesday evenings on Zoom
7:30–8:30 PM
September 23–October 28, 2026

Sunday mornings at MUMC
9:00–9:45 AM
September 27–October 25, 2026

Copies of Half Truths are available in the church office for a suggested donation of $10 and may also be purchased on Sunday mornings.

Sign up below or contact Debbie Parvin at (610) 761-6288 or [email protected].

Save the Date! Montgomery UMC Fall Rummage SaleMark your calendars! The annual Montgomery United Methodist Church Rummag...
09/03/2026

Save the Date! Montgomery UMC Fall Rummage Sale

Mark your calendars! The annual Montgomery United Methodist Church Rummage Sale is back this fall on Friday, October 16th and Saturday, October 17th.

We're gathering a massive selection of pre-loved items, including:
Clothing & Shoes for all ages
Toys, Games & Kids' Gear
Household Goods & Kitchenware
Books, Decor & Bookshelf Treasures..and much more!

Event Details:
📅 Dates: Friday, October 16 & Saturday, October 17
📍 Location: Montgomery United Methodist Church (Belle Mead, NJ)
⏰ Hours & Shopping Schedules: Stay tuned! Exact times, donation drop-off schedules, and special bag-sale hours will be posted as we get closer to the event.

Follow us on social media for updates.

🍦 What a sweet weekend at MUMC!A huge thank you to everyone who made Sunday’s Ice Cream Social such a hit—especially wel...
08/28/2026

🍦 What a sweet weekend at MUMC!
A huge thank you to everyone who made Sunday’s Ice Cream Social such a hit—especially welcoming 23 new faces to our community for games, dancing, and impressive sundaes! 🎉
🎶 This Sunday: Celebrating Dr. Laura Bell
Join us as we honor Dr. Laura Bell on her final Sunday after 25 years of faithful music ministry!
10:00 AM – Sunday Worship
3:00 PM – Farewell Concert
💌 Leave a Note: Drop a card or thank-you note for Laura and her family in the box at the end of Nystrom Hall to share your favorite memories and gratitude.
See you Sunday! ❤️

Love often looks like showing up and walking together—whether across state lines or right here at home! 🌾✨Join us this S...
08/22/2026

Love often looks like showing up and walking together—whether across state lines or right here at home! 🌾✨

Join us this Sunday at 10:00 AM as Pastor Jessica concludes our Conquest, Chaos, and Covenant series with the story of Ruth—a powerful reminder of loyalty, courage, and grace.

This Sunday's Highlights:

📖 Worship Service: 10:00 AM in the sanctuary.

🍦 Ice Cream Social: Immediately following worship! Bring your favorite topping to share and enjoy some fun summer fellowship.

🌾 Church Grounds Prep: If you’re able to lend a hand with a little weeding around the grounds this week, your help would be deeply appreciated!

See you Sunday! ❤️

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117 Sunset Road
Belle Mead, NJ
08502

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