Monroe United Methodist Church

09/08/2026

What’s one small thing someone does that makes your day noticeably better?

Makes the coffee.
Checks in by text.
Takes out the trash without being asked.
Remembers your appointment.
Gives you ten quiet minutes.
Calls just because.

Strong relationships are built in ordinary moments. What small act means more to you than people might realize?

09/08/2026

Just in case you missed this week's message in "Family Strong" or want to listen to it again, you can find the video on our website here: MonroeUMC.org/podcasts/media/2026-09-06-respecting-differences-under-one-roof.

09/08/2026

Not every conversation has to end with someone changing their mind. Sometimes a good conversation ends with two people understanding each other better.

Try asking: “Help me understand why this matters to you.”

MonroeUMC.org/blog/try-understanding-before-convincing-tuesday-09-08-2026

09/07/2026

Labor Day is dedicated to fairness and justice for workers. The United Methodist Church has long been involved in matters relating to labor.

Read more at https://www.resourceumc.org/en/content/labor-day-dedicated-to-fairness-and-justice-for-workers.

Did you know The United Methodist Church has been part of the labor movement throughout history? This U.S. Labor Day, share information about our dedication to social and economic issues.

09/07/2026

Someone can disagree with you and still be thoughtful, sincere, and worthy of respect. Strong relationships don’t require identical opinions. They require enough grace to make room for one another.

Read today’s devotion: MonroeUMC.org/blog/Disagreement does not have to become disrespect. There may be more to someone’s story than you know. MonroeUMC.org/blog/you-don-t-have-to-think-alike-to-stay-connected-monday-09-07-2026.

09/06/2026

09/06/2026

09/06/2026

We live in a culture that often tells us disagreement must become division. But what if we could hold convictions without dehumanizing people we love?

Today, 9/6/26, in Family Strong: Respecting Differences Under One Roof. We’ll talk about how to make room for honest differences while still choosing dignity, curiosity, grace, and connection.

Join us at 9:30 or 11:00 a.m.

09/05/2026

Missed a message in our "Family Strong: Building a Home that Works" series?

The next message is tomorrow, Sunday, Sept. 5, at 9:30 or 11:00 am.

Find previous messages in this series (and others) at MonroeUMC.org/Podcasts/Media. You can read a transcript or view the video scripture reading and message.

09/05/2026

Here’s a surprisingly hard challenge: have one conversation with someone you disagree with and make your only goal understanding.

Ask, “Help me understand why this matters to you.” No rebuttal required.

Tomorrow, 9/6/26, in Family Strong, we’ll talk about respecting differences without pretending our convictions don’t matter — and why love can be deeper than agreement. 9:30 or 11:00 a.m.