Sweet Home United Methodist Church

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.

06/01/2026

What a joyful day of worship and fellowship! Yesterday, congregations from across the South Santiam area gathered at Lebanon United Methodist Church for our 5th Sunday Worship Service.

We were blessed by a combined choir that lifted their voices in praise, reminding us of the strength and beauty of worshiping together as one body in Christ. Following the service, we enjoyed a wonderful potluck meal filled with great food, laughter, and meaningful conversation.

Thank you to everyone who participated, shared their gifts, and helped make the day so special. We are grateful for the opportunity to strengthen our connections and celebrate God's love together.

05/30/2026

This Sunday, the South Santiam Circuit will gather for our joint Fifth Sunday Worship at Lebanon First UMC at 11:15am.

Following worship, we'll share a potluck meal and enjoy time together in fellowship. After the meal, a Charge Conference will be held to vote on the compensation package for our incoming South Santiam Circuit pastor, Rev. Amanda Gayle Reed. All professing members present may vote.

We hope you'll join us as we worship, connect, and celebrate our shared ministry together!

05/29/2026

The Council of Bishops of The United Methodist Church has issued a statement expressing concern about a recent U.S. Supreme Court decision affecting protections within the Voting Rights Act.

Read the statement and learn more about the church's call to prayer, civic engagement, and faithful witness.

The Council of Bishops of The United Methodist Church is acutely aware of, and deeply concerned about, the recent decision of the U.S. Supreme Court to deny protection to Section Two of the Voting Rights Act.

05/28/2026

"Remember, I am with you always, to the end of the age."
— Matthew 28:20

We will celebrate Trinity Sunday in worship this week. We remember that we are never sent alone. Christ goes with us—in every season, every challenge, and every step of faith.

Where have you experienced God's presence this week?

05/27/2026

“The church is not called to become smaller and more fearful. The church is called to become more open, more compassionate and courageous, even more alive, more connected to the needs of the world around it.”

A powerful reminder from Eric’s Pentecost message on Sunday.

As the Spirit is poured out, the church is invited not to retreat in fear, but to move outward in courage, compassion, and connection.

Watch the full sermon at the link in the comments.

05/24/2026

A devotional to reflect and celebrate Pentecost today!

Christians continue to be moved by the Holy Spirit as they join in a transformative mission of sharing God’s love with all people.

05/23/2026

United Methodists Stacey Abrams and her mother, the Rev. Carolyn Abrams, challenged United Women in Faith, at their quadrennial gathering in Indianapolis, to disrupt rollbacks to voting rights. Elizabeth Eckford, one of the Little Rock Nine, also shared her story of bravery in the face of brutality.

Read more here.

United Methodists Stacey Abrams and her mother, the Rev. Carolyn Abrams, challenged United Women in Faith to disrupt rollbacks to voting rights. Elizabeth Eckford, one of the Little Rock Nine, also shared her story of bravery in the face of brutality.

05/22/2026

We would love to welcome you this Sunday!