Laurel United Methodist Church

10/10/2026

ONLINE WORSHIP / OCTOBER 11, 2026

This week, we return to the Book of Exodus as Pastor Kent looks at the story of the golden calf. Even today, this story still has relevance to our everyday living.

Music provided by our Laurel Chorale, God's House Band, Mary E. Myers & Deb Watts Elliott.

Scriptures: Exodus 32:1-10 & Psalm 106:19-23
Sermon: "Acknowledging Mistakes for a Deeper Faith"

Scriptures: Exodus 32:1-10 & Psalm 106:19-23 Sermon:

10/03/2026

ONLINE WORSHIP / OCTOBER 4, 2026

This week, we celebrate World Communion Sunday.

Music provided by Ross Jones, Jennifer Jones & The LUMC Three.

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10: 15-17
Sermon: "Focusing on What We Have in Common"

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:15-17 Sermon:

10/01/2026

09/29/2026

Enjoy beautiful Oak Ridge Cemetery, meet period actors and learn about six Sangamon County residents who made a difference in our history.

The Sangamon County Historical Society will offer its annual Echoes of Yesteryear – A Walk Through Oak Ridge Cemetery tour from 12-3:30 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 4.

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09/26/2026

ONLINE WORSHIP / SEPTEMBER 27, 2026

Pastor Kent moves forward to the New Testament and looks at Apostle Paul's final wishes to the church at Philippi.

Music provided by our Chancel Choir, God's House Band, & The LUMC Three.

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-13
Sermon: "Making Paul's Joy Complete"

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-13 Sermon:

09/25/2026

Check out Page 12 of the Current for a great write up on the Stitch 'N Go Mission at Laurel UMC!

https://current.igrc.org/view/876345593/

09/24/2026

A huge shout out to the generous and hard-working members of the congregation that keep the Diaper Depot rolling along! 

More on the monthly drive providing diapers, wipes, a book, and other supplies for families with babies and young children. Listen to our Community Voices interview. ⬇️

09/19/2026

ONLINE WORSHIP / SEPTEMBER 20, 2026

We return to the Book of Exodus where Pastor Kent looks at the story of Moses dealing with grumbling Israelites after leaving Egypt.

Music provided by our Laurel Chorale, God's House Band, Mary E. Myers & Deb Watts Elliott.

Scripture: Exodus 16:2-15
Sermon: "The Deeper Challenge for the Israelites"

Scripture: Exodus 16:2-15 Sermon:

09/15/2026

COMMUNITY DIAPER GIVEWAY
LAUREL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH (LUMC) will be
distributing children’s diapers to anyone in need.
WHEN: Saturday, September 19, 2026
9:45am-11:30am (please no early arrivals)
WHERE: 631 S. Grand Ave. West, Springfield, IL
WHAT: Drive-thru diaper pickup
Drive up, let a volunteer know the size needed for each child.
We will bring them to your car.