We are called to share and serve others.
At some point in our relationship with God we are quickly pointed outward to others. It is not just a relationship between an individual and God, we are pointed toward community, toward others and ever outward beyond our comfort zone. We are called to share and serve others. We are called to move from self-centered to God-centered which will in turn move us to be concerned with all of God’s people.
Getting involved changes lives…not only others but ourselves!


The depth of God’s love invites us to care for God’s creation.
Our Climate Commitment to Net-Zero Emissions
Today is the day God cares for the integrity of creation, wills the healing and wholeness of all life, weeps at the plunder of earth’s goodness. And so shall we. (Companion Litany to Our Social Creed)
The United Methodist Church has long affirmed our individual and collective responsibility to address the unfolding climate crisis. We are called by our faith, informed by science, and led by our relationships with impacted communities to respond with renewed urgency.
As we answer this call, we are reminded that God has asked us to take care of creation and be good stewards of natural resources (Genesis 2:15). Moreover, we echo the Wesleyan tradition expressed in Charles Wesley’s poetical verses—“Author of every work divine, Who dost thro’ both creations shine, The God of nature and of grace” (Hymn XXVIII, Hymns of Petition and Thanksgiving for the Promise of the Father, 1746)—as well as John Wesley’s engagement with both natural science and the sacredness of nature (Sermons, “The New Creation,” 1785). More recently, the Council of Bishops exhorted United Methodists to seek the renewal of creation, stating, “We cannot help the world until we change our way of being in it” (God’s Renewed Creation: A Call to Hope and Action, 2009). Recognizing that the climate crisis is a global challenge that requires global solutions, we are open to working with ecumenical partners in this endeavor. As United Methodists, we will continue to preach, teach, advocate, and witness for climate action globally. And we understand that we must do more. Recognizing our connection to and complicity in systems of oppression and exploitation, we commit to new ways of ministry that better embody God’s vision of justice for God’s people and God’s planet.
Within our distinct areas of ministry and throughout our global connection, we are embarking on a new course of action to match the urgency of this moment. We will work both to reduce the principal cause of climate disruption—greenhouse gas emissions— and to support a just and equitable transition that dismantles structural barriers to racial and gender equity and builds resilient, flourishing communities.
We (the undersigned) pledge to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050 across ministries, facilities, operations, and investments and to leverage the gifts of our connection putting equity and justice at the center as we build a net-zero emission economy by 2050.
In a time of profound change and anxiety in our church and in communities around the world, we know that the creativity and healing of the Holy Spirit is already in mission among us.
The life of sanctification in Christ constantly calls us into reconciled relationship with God and with all of God’s creation. Today we answer this call with determination and humility and invite all United Methodists to join us in this life-sustaining work.
Signatories on behalf of the endorsing agency (as of April 16, 2021)
Rev. Jeffrey Campbell, Acting General Secretary Discipleship Ministries
Rev. Dr. Susan Henry-Crowe, General Secretary General Board of Church and Society
Roland Fernandes, General Secretary
General Board of Global Ministries
Rev. Greg Bergquist, General Secretary
General Board of Higher Education and Ministry
Ashley Boggan Dreff, General Secretary
General Commission on Archives and History
Dawn Wiggins Hare, General Secretary
General Commission on the Status and Role of Women
- Moses Rathan Kumar, General Secretary General Council on Finance and Administration
Dan Krause, General Secretary
United Methodist Communications
Gilbert C. Hanke, General Secretary United Methodist Men
Harriett Jane Olson, General Secretary United Methodist Women
Barbara Boigegrain, General Secretary Wespath Benefits and Investments

Music Ministry
Since March 2020, many musical groups suffered through the changes and adaptations brought on by the Covid-19 Virus. I am happy to say that in spite of the adaptations our church went through, we are back on track with most of our musical ensembles. We have made several adaptations, adjustments, and changes while trying to maintain music for praise during our services. God certainly had His hand in guiding us through the process of making music together, without actually “being together.” However, through this process, we discovered new ways of producing our music and we are ready to begin a new year of making music together again!Adult Choir rehearses: WEDNESDAYS AT 7:00 PM in the sanctuary.The Adult Handbells have been rehearsing and playing for services since March of 2021. Typically, the Handbells play for one service per month, and we expect to continue on that schedule throughout the fall semester.Adult Handbells rehearses: WEDNESDAYS @ 6:00–7:00 PM [Houghton Campus Sanctuary]The Youth Handbells will be starting up again this fall. If you would like more information on this group, please contact the Director of Handbell Choirs, Dr. Raymond T. Ryder.Youth Handbells rehearses: SUNDAYS @ 11:15AM–12:15 PM [Houghton Campus Sanctuary]The Vail Praise Band has continued to rehearse and play for services during the spring and summer for the Vail worship services. At present, the Praise Band is auditioning for a drummer, a bass player, a back-up vocalist, and a lead guitarist. If you know someone who would like to “stretch their chops” or pick up the instrument they used to play, please contact the Vail Praise Band Leader, Scott Jones.Vail Praise Band rehearses: SATURDAYS @9:00AM – 11:30AMThe Houghton Praise Band has resumed their rehearsals and has been leading worship at the Houghton Campus throughout the summer months. They will be continuing their service and will be performing often at the Sunday morning 8:30 am services. If you or someone you know would be interested in playing or singing with the band, please contact, Ryan Phillips at 520-749-0521.Houghton Praise Band rehearses: SATURDAYS @ 4:00PM [Houghton Campus Sanctuary]Please check our website calendar for further up-to-date information.
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