United Methodist Church of Merced

06/14/2026

All are welcome at the United Methodist Church of Merced. Come join us for worship at 10 am.
• In person: 899 Yosemite Pkwy @ 10 a.m. • Online: youtube.com//stream

06/14/2026

“Therefore, since we are justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ, through whom we have obtained access to this grace in which we stand; and we boast in our hope of sharing the glory of God.” — Romans 5:1–2 📖

While life feels uncertain, these verses invite us to remember we stand in God's grace. And from that place of grace, we are free to face the future with hope.

💭 What helps you remain grounded in God's grace when life feels challenging or uncertain?

06/13/2026

06/09/2026

"Be Thou My Vision" (no. 451 in The United Methodist Hymnal) is based on Irish poetry from the 8th century. It is the kind of song which connects us with generations of believers who have come before us.

Can you remember some of the saints who helped you see God's presence in the world? Who has helped you see God?

06/03/2026

In this piece from Emily Hilderbrand, Minnesota Conference Faith Formation and Evangelism Connector, she explores five spiritual practices that can help anyone connect with thinking and acting for the environment. These spiritual practices take individuals from internal contemplation to external ch...

06/03/2026

"My soul magnifies the Lord,
and my spirit rejoices in God my Savior,
for he has looked with favor on the lowly state of his servant" - Luke 1:47-48

In these verses of praise, often called The Magnificat, Mary expresses her joy in being seen and loved by God. The Magnificat reminds us that God notices those the world often overlooks and brings hope to humble hearts.

💭 Where have you experienced God’s care and presence in unexpected or humble moments?

06/03/2026

"Each little flower that opens,
each little bird that sings,
God made their glowing colors,
and made their tiny wings." 🎶

"All Things Bright and Beautiful" (no. 147 in The United Methodist Hymnal) was written by Cecil Frances Alexander, an Irish writer, in 1848. It notes the work of God's creation in both the majestic--like "purple-headed mountains--and the minute--like an open flower. It invites in us an awareness of God's work around us.

🎵 "God gave us eyes to see them,
and lips that we might tell
how great is God Almighty,
who has made all things well."

💭 Where are you noticing God's good works today?

06/01/2026

Summer fun for kids at UMC Merced!