Sweet Home United Methodist Church

06/18/2026

This week, we will continue our I Love to Tell the Story series, reflecting on Jesus' greatest commandment: to love God with all our heart, soul, and mind, and to love our neighbors as ourselves. As we practice kindness, we're invited to let God's love shape the way we see and care for others.

Where is God inviting you to put love into action through an act of kindness this week?

06/17/2026

The Methodist Church of Mexico reaffirmed its historic covenant relationship with The United Methodist Church during its recent General Conference in Ciudad Juárez. Delegates voted to continue the longstanding partnership between the two denominations, celebrating their shared Wesleyan heritage and commitment to ministry together.

Church leaders highlighted the importance of unity, hospitality, discipleship, and collaboration as both denominations continue serving their communities and strengthening connections across borders.

Read the full story here.

The Methodist Church of Mexico reaffirmed its historic relationship with The United Methodist Church by continuing the concordat covenant between the two churches.

06/15/2026

"What if we became known for kindness?"

This week, Pastor Alyssa continued our I Love to Tell the Story series by reflecting on what it means to love God and love our neighbors. In a world that often encourages division, she reminded us that kindness is not dependent on agreement or understanding—it's a choice we make as followers of Christ.

Watch the full sermon here: https://youtu.be/HRncqkVVkKs

06/12/2026

What does love look like in everyday life?

This Sunday, we'll continue our I Love to Tell the Story series as we reflect on the words of 1 Corinthians 13 and God's invitation to love God and love our neighbors.

Join us for worship at Sweet Home UMC this Sunday at 11:00am!

06/11/2026

This week, our I Love to Tell the Story series continues as we reflect on God's call to love—love that shapes our relationships, our communities, and our witness in the world.

Where is God inviting you to practice love in a new or deeper way this week?

06/10/2026

Nearly 700 students from 21 African countries graduated from Africa University this month, including the first cohort of its fully online Global Campus program.

As a United Methodist-supported university, Africa University is helping equip leaders, innovators, and changemakers who will serve communities across the African continent and beyond.

The United Methodist university’s 32nd commencement celebrated students from 21 countries and the first graduates from its online Global Campus.

06/08/2026

"The image of God is not something we achieve. It is something we receive."

This week, Pastor Alyssa reminded us that our worth is not something we earn through success, accomplishment, or proving ourselves. We begin with belovedness: each of us are created in God's image and gifted by God's Spirit.

Watch the full sermon here: https://youtu.be/zXvgWMrQYPA?si=G3hWy21IBujKmT1R

06/05/2026

Every life holds stories of God's presence, grace, and love. This Sunday, we begin a new series exploring the stories that shape who we are and who God is calling us to be.

Join us for worship at Sweet Home UMC, this Sunday at 11am!

06/04/2026

We begin a new sermon series this week: I Love To Tell the Story. We'll spend time reflecting on the stories that have shaped us - stories of God's love, presence, and invitation to live as God's people.

This week's scripture reminds us that each of us has been gifted by God's Spirit, not for ourselves alone, but for the good of the community.

How might God be inviting you to share your gifts?

06/03/2026

Guest house offers hope and community for inmates’ families: Visiting those who are incarcerated, especially on death row, is a complicated and stressful endeavor. Family Reconciliation Guest House in Nashville, which receives support, provides a comfortable, safe and free place for friends and families to stay.

Visiting those who are incarcerated, especially on death row, is a complicated and stressful endeavor. Family Reconciliation Guest House in Nashville provides a comfortable, safe and free place for friends and families to stay.