Community United Methodist Church of Jackson Heights, Queens

09/11/2026

On this 25th anniversary of the attacks on 9/11, we share this prayer from Discipleship Ministries:

"On this day of solemn remembrance:
May we honor the lives that were lost in this tragic act.
May we give thanks for those who served and saved, rendered aid and assistance.
May we give comfort to those who live with loss.
May we seek justice and peace where it is within our ability,
and rely on you when the ability escapes us.

"On this day of solemn remembrance:
May we build what has been torn down.
May we mend what has been broken.
May live Your love when hate seems to reign.
May we bear witness to the cause of peace. Amen."

09/02/2026

We will have our monthly food distribution tomorrow (Thursday) at 12:00 PM. 🥫Volunteers can come at 11:30, and we encourage folks to arrive a little early to make sure they get a bag of canned/packaged food.

08/27/2026

Join us in prayer for those impacted by devastating flash flooding along the border of Nepal and Tibet today. We pray especially for the families and loved ones of those who have died or remain missing, and for those who have lost their homes and livelihoods.

As first responders assist survivors and search for the missing, UMCOR stands ready to support the response efforts of United Mission Nepal and other partners in the region.

To support our responses to this and other international disasters, give here: bit.ly/umcoridr

08/27/2026

From 1983

08/21/2026

📣Community UMC is planning another trip to Lancaster, Pennsylvania to see an amazing production at Sight & Sound Theatres. We will travel by chartered bus on Saturday, Nov. 28 to see “Joshua,” and the total cost of the trip is $180 for adults and $140 for children. See Claudia Valdes ASAP if you’re interested.
In the meantime, here’s a video about the making of “Joshua”:

https://youtube.com/watch?v=ZF4mbizIxXU

08/15/2026

Bishop Rubén Saenz Jr., president of the Council of Bishops - The United Methodist Church, has written a pastoral letter in response to the deadly Aug. 10 earthquake in Colombia. It calls United Methodists to prayer and tangible compassion through the work of the UMCOR - United Methodist Committee On Relief.

https://www.resourceumc.org/en/content/2026/08/12/a-pastoral-letter-for-colombia

08/13/2026

08/12/2026

Please join us in prayer for the people of Colombia who were impacted by a 7.4 magnitude earthquake this morning, the strongest to strike the country in the last decade. At least 281 people have died, and thousands more are injured, missing, or have been displaced from their homes. As first responders and search and rescue teams uncover the devastating toll of this disaster, we pray for them and their efforts, and we mourn with those who have lost loved ones.

UMCOR stands ready to respond through support to our humanitarian and ecumenical partners in Colombia and across Latin America. We will share response updates on social media as they become available.

08/12/2026

Join us for our Back-to-School Health Fair, hosted in partnership with NYC Health + Hospitals/Elmhurst, on Wednesday, August 12, from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM, outside the H Building on 41st Avenue between 81st and 82nd Streets, for an afternoon of community resources and free school supplies while supplies last. In the event of rain, the event will take place on August 13. Please note that children must be present with a parent or caregiver to receive school supplies. We look forward to seeing you there and helping our students start the school year healthy, confident, and ready for success!

Acompáñenos a nuestra Feria de Salud para el Regreso a Clases, en colaboración con NYC Health + Hospitals/Elmhurst, el miércoles 12 de agosto, de 11:00 AM a 2:00 PM, afuera del Edificio H, ubicado en 41st Avenue entre las calles 81 y 82, para disfrutar de una jornada llena de recursos comunitarios y recibir útiles escolares gratuitos, hasta agotar existencias. En caso de lluvia, el evento se llevará a cabo el 13 de agosto. Recuerde que los niños deben estar presentes y acompañados por un padre, madre o cuidador para recibir los útiles escolares. ¡Esperamos verlos allí para ayudar a que nuestros estudiantes comiencen el año escolar saludables, preparados y listos para tener éxito!