Hopewell UMC, Downingtown, PA

09/11/2026

Today, we remember. We remember the lives lost on September 11, 2001. We remember the families whose lives changed forever. We remember the first responders who ran toward danger, the ordinary people who cared for strangers, and all those who still carry the grief and memories of that day.

Twenty-five years later, we pray for a world still in need of peace. And we ask God to help us be people who choose compassion over fear, courage over hatred, and love of neighbor again and again. May we remember well. May we work for peace. May we love one another.

09/07/2026

Our Catalyst Student Ministry fall schedule kicks off this Sunday, September 13, for students in grades 6–12, and it’s going to be a great one!

Catalyst Café at 9:30 AM: Students in grades 6–8 can hang out, catch up, and start the morning together during worship.

Innabah Night from 4:30–7:30 PM: Then all students in grades 6–12 are heading to Camp Innabah for games, food, worship, friends, and plenty of fun. Sign up using the link in the comments.

We can’t wait to kick off a great year together!

09/07/2026

Our Back for Seconds series continues this weekend as Pastor Amy brings back “The Eagle and the Hippopotamus,” first preached in 2019. Through John 5:1–9 and one of Jesus’ more surprising questions, we’ll consider what can happen when the life we’ve gotten used to may not be the life we’re meant to keep living.

If you’re visiting with us today, we’d love to learn more about you! Please take a moment to fill out our online visitor card: Click here to connect with us: https://hopewellumc.org/welcomevisitors/

To make a contribution that positively impact the community, you may give electronically at https://onrealm.org/HopewellChurch/-/.... Or by VENMO at (With full name in the comments). Or by mail to Hopewell United Methodist Church, 852 Hopewell Road, Downingtown, PA 19335.

If you have a prayer request, we’d be honored to pray for you. Let us know here: https://hopewellumc.org/prayer-and-care/

09/06/2026

The livestream will begin shortly...

https://youtube.com/live/TNHvFhGOekA

Our Back for Seconds series continues this weekend as Pastor Amy brings back “The Eagle and the Hippopotamus,” first preached in 2019. Through John 5:1–9 and one of Jesus’ more surprising questions, we’ll consider what can happen when the life we’ve gotten used to may not be the life we’re meant to keep living.

If you’re visiting with us today, we’d love to learn more about you! Please take a moment to fill out our online visitor card: Click here to connect with us: https://hopewellumc.org/welcomevisitors/

To make a contribution that positively impact the community, you may give electronically at https://onrealm.org/HopewellChurch/-/.... Or by VENMO at (With full name in the comments). Or by mail to Hopewell United Methodist Church, 852 Hopewell Road, Downingtown, PA 19335.

If you have a prayer request, we’d be honored to pray for you. Let us know here: https://hopewellumc.org/prayer-and-care/

If you’re visiting with us today, we’d love to learn more about you...

09/05/2026

Settle a friendly debate ... If you could sing one worship song in church, what would it be? Old hymn? New favorite? Something that never fails to lift your heart?

Tell us in the comments. We can't wait to see your picks!

09/03/2026

World Beard Day? We have a guy for that! Happy World Beard Day to Pastor Eddie, who has been preparing for this moment for quite some time. Give Eddie (and the beard) some love today!

09/01/2026

Reese has the mic. We’re in good hands. We love seeing our young people step up and help lead us in worship. Thanks, Reese, for sharing your gifts, your heart, and your voice with Hopewell. This is what church looks like when everybody has a part to play.

08/31/2026

Raise your hand if you're not quite ready to let summer go. Us too. But we're also getting excited for everything that comes with a new season! Beginning Sunday, September 13, we'll return to our fall schedule with worship at:

8:00 & 9:30 AM – Chapel
9:30 & 11:00 AM – Sanctuary

We'll also kick off children's and youth ministries, and we'd love to welcome your whole family as we begin another great year together.

08/30/2026

The livestream will begin shortly...

https://youtube.com/live/8qSyUg50G7g

This weekend, our Back for Seconds series continues this weekend as Pastor Eddie brings back “Everyone’s Job is Important,” first preached during our 2018 Mr. Rogers series. Through 1 Corinthians 12:21–26, he’ll explore what Paul’s image of the body teaches us about why every person matters, every part has a purpose, and we really do need each other.

If you’re visiting with us today, we’d love to learn more about you! Please take a moment to fill out our online visitor card: Click here to connect with us: https://hopewellumc.org/welcomevisitors/

To make a contribution that positively impact the community, you may give electronically at https://onrealm.org/HopewellChurch/-/.... Or by VENMO at (With full name in the comments). Or by mail to Hopewell United Methodist Church, 852 Hopewell Road, Downingtown, PA 19335.

If you have a prayer request, we’d be honored to pray for you. Let us know here: https://hopewellumc.org/prayer-and-care/

This weekend, our Back for Seconds series continues this weekend as...