English Settlement United Methodist Church

09/03/2026

Message from August 29 & 30, 2026 -- The Cost of Discipleship -- Based on Matthew 16:21-28

09/03/2026

🔑 **The Unhackable Key**

What if the most important key we have isn’t made of metal or programmed into a keycard?

This Sunday, we’ll look at Matthew 18:15–20 and Jesus’ practical—and sometimes challenging—teaching about conflict, forgiveness, and reconciliation.

Jesus gives us a simple instruction: **Go.**

Go when someone has hurt you.
Go when you’ve hurt someone else.
Go before resentment becomes bitterness.
Go because relationships matter.

The world is pretty good at creating “us versus them.” Jesus calls us to something different: **us and us.**

Join us for worship as we explore **“The Unhackable Key”** and discover what it means to unlock the door to reconciliation.

⛪ **English Settlement United Methodist Church**
📍 28215 Plank Road, Burlington, WI
🕘 **Sunday at 9:00 a.m.**

⛪ **Burlington United Methodist Church**
📍 857 W. State Street, Burlington, WI
🕔 **Saturday at 5:00 p.m.** — Praise Service
🕥 **Sunday at 10:30 a.m.** — Traditional Worship

**Come worship with us. Everyone is welcome!**

08/27/2026

**What does it really mean to follow Jesus?**

Jesus doesn’t promise us the easiest path. He calls us to take up our cross, let go of our own agendas, and follow him wherever he leads. Dietrich Bonhoeffer reminds us that grace is costly—not because God’s love is earned, but because Christ’s grace transforms the way we live.

This weekend, come worship with us as we consider **“The Cost of Discipleship”** and what it means to move beyond comfortable faith into a life of faithful action, service, and love.

⛪ **Burlington United Methodist Church**
**857 W State St., Burlington, WI 53105**
Saturday — **5:00 PM**
Sunday — **10:30 AM**

⛪ **English Settlement United Methodist Church**
**28215 Plank Road, Burlington, WI 53105**
Sunday — **9:00 AM**

Come as you are. Come ready to listen. Come ready to follow.

**The question is not simply, “Do we believe in Jesus?” but “Are we willing to follow him?”**

We hope to see you this weekend! 🙏

08/25/2026

Message from August 23, 2026 -- Transformers -- based upon Romans 12:1-8 (esp. vs. 1-2) -- Note, normally on the video I read the scripture that the message is based upon. This particular video was recorded to be played at Burlington's Saturday evening worship service and the scripture had already been read. I encourage you to read Romans 12:1-8 for the full experience.

08/20/2026

🚗🤖 Remember Transformers? You didn’t have to throw away any pieces to change a car into a robot. The same parts were simply rearranged into something completely new.

This weekend, we are diving into Romans 12:1-8 and talking about true transformation. Paul challenges us: “Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your minds.”

In 2026, the pressure to conform is everywhere—on our phones, in our feeds, and in our daily habits. But God doesn't want to replace who you are. God wants to take your unique pieces—your gifts, your personality, and even your broken parts—and reshape them into something beautiful.

Transformation isn't just for Sunday morning; it’s about how we live, love, and forgive on Monday morning. Come hit the pause button with us, escape the noise of the world, and make room for God's grace to renew your mind.

Join us at any of our three weekend services:

🗓️ SATURDAY, AUGUST 21
• 5:00 p.m. – Burlington UMC
📍 857 W. State St., Burlington, WI 53105

🗓️ SUNDAY, AUGUST 22
• 9:00 a.m. – English Settlement UMC
📍 28215 Plank Rd., Burlington, WI 53105

• 10:30 a.m. – Burlington UMC
📍 857 W. State St., Burlington, WI 53105

Bring your questions, your stories, and your open heart. We can't wait to worship with you! 🙌✨

08/20/2026

The Message from August 15 & 16, 2026 -- It's What Defines You -- Based on Matthew 15:10-28

08/16/2026

Delighted to see that our annual chicken BBQ was met with approval by Loraine Rowntree!

08/15/2026

Drive-thru chicken dinner! Today, train or shine from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. is English settlements annual chicken barbecue dinner.

08/15/2026

08/13/2026

🌟 **What Makes a Hero?**

Batman has no superpowers. What makes him a hero is what he **does**—his choices, his courage, and his commitment to doing what is right.

Jesus offers us a similar challenge in **Matthew 15:10-28**: *What defines you?* Our faith isn't defined simply by what we say, what traditions we follow, or where we come from. It is revealed by how we **live**.

The Canaanite woman crossed barriers, refused to give up, and came to Jesus with humble, persistent faith. Her actions revealed the depth of her trust in Christ.

This weekend, come discover what your actions say about your faith—and what it means to follow Jesus with persistent, barrier-crossing faith. ❤️

📍 **English Settlement United Methodist Church**
⏰ Sunday at **9:00 AM**

📍 **Burlington United Methodist Church**
⏰ Saturday at **5:00 PM**
⏰ Sunday at **10:30 AM**

**Come as you are. Come with your questions. Come ready to discover how faith is lived out.**