Foothills United Methodist Church, La Mesa, CA

06/12/2026

A prayer as we head into the weekend:
Gracious God, we didn't earn this week and we won't earn the next one. It comes to us like all your gifts do... freely. So give us grace for the people we'll meet, grace for the ones we already know too well, and grace for ourselves, which is somehow the hardest kind. And if you're sending us somewhere this weekend, give us the good sense to go. Amen.

"Freely you have received; freely give." Matthew 10:8

06/08/2026

Join us in prayer for all impacted by the 7.8 magnitude earthquake that struck the Mindanao region in the southern Philippines today. This was a strong earthquake, causing the deaths of at least 32 people and injuring hundreds. As the death toll continues to rise and as residents assess damage to homes and businesses, we pray especially for those who have lost loved ones and livelihoods.

UMCOR is coordinating with our Disaster Management Office (DMO) staff in the Philippines to provide aid and assistance to those in need. We will provide updates as soon as they are available.

06/07/2026

Youth Sunday at Foothills 2026!! We celebrate and lift thanks for our young people, and those who walk with them in faith! Special thanks and congrats to Eden J for sharing the message today and Michael O, Nate J and many for an inspired Sunday!

06/01/2026

Santee kicks off Pride Month! We give thanks for the Santee UMC and the many voices of celebration!

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05/22/2026

05/18/2026

A message from Bishop Escobedo-Frank:
Please join me in praying for our siblings at the Islamic Center of San Diego where there was an active shooter incident earlier today. Pray for those who lost their lives, those injured, and all who need holy healing from this traumatic event. Pray for a world where everyone is safe to gather for worship and education.

05/18/2026

Join us in prayer for people in Simi Valley, California, who are currently evacuating due to the rapidly-spreading Sandy Fire.

The fire has burned over 720 acres since this morning, and strong winds in the area continue to put the greater area at risk.

We pray especially for the firefighters and first responders working quickly to contain the fire and assist those impacted.

UMCOR is prepared to support the California-Pacific Conference of the United Methodist Church in their response efforts to this disaster.

05/11/2026

Here is Shepherd's Pantry Manager, Chris, amid an incredible amount of produce we had to offer our guests on Saturday morning. This is evidence that there is not a food acquisition problem in our county, but a food distribution problem. We were thrilled to welcome 412 households who received a bounty of fresh fruit, vegetables, bread, milk and eggs!