Westwood United Methodist Church is a welcoming family at all stages and places of spiritual growth in response to Christ's call for tolerance and for helping others in daily life.

Sunday morning is at the heart of this faith community's life and begins with Worship at 10:00 a.m.  Look below to learn more about what's happening this Sunday.

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This Sunday, February 5

5th Sunday After Epiphany
Sacrament of Holy Communion

Reverend John Woodall, Senior Pastor, preaching
Sermon: "Sometimes It's Right In Front of Us"

Featured scriptures:
Mark 1:29-39 and Isaiah 40:21-31

Music from the Chancel Choir:
Ain’t Got Time to Die arr. Hall Johnson
There is a Balm arr. William Dawson
in celebration of African-American History Month

Children's Sunday School (Pre-school through 5th graders)
Childcare is available beginning at 8:45 am for 2 years and younger in the Nursery on the first floor of the Education Building.

10:15am - Pre-school Room 103
Pre-K through 5th grade in Room 108
11:00am - Snack Time in Room 108
11:30am - Children's music

Youth Sunday School (6th through 12th grades)
10:00am - Worship Service
11:00am - Youth music
11:30am - Youth Sunday School

Follow-Up: An Adult Education Adventure
Following worship at 11:20 am in Room 207

Discussion Topic: Magic, Mystery, Majesty and Method
Presenter: Reg Gipson

Come engage in a closer reading of the assigned Bible readings for today as we discuss and explore together how our  lives are shaped by the Biblical world view in contrast to traditional and popular culture. What is the difference between magic and mystery? What does the majesty of God have to do with the humble destiny of women and men? Are there reliable methods we can use to discern the voice of God amid the cacophony of our lives? Bring a Bible and something with which to take notes.


Plan Be: Naked Spirituality Book Study
Following worship at 11:20am in Wesley Room

Katrina Recovery Team Forming

Want to help others?  Would you like to give back to the community?  WUMC is planning another mission trip to serve in Gulfport, Mississippi, and assist with Hurricane Katrina recovery during Holy Week, 2012 (March 31 - April 7). Adults and youth aged 14 and above are welcome.  Particularly need are those with some construction skills, although all willing servants are encouraged to go.  Cut-off to sign-up for this trip is Thursday, March 1st.

For more information, please contact Bette Caldwell at Bette4dkg@aol.com. 

Lent is Coming!

It’s Here Again, the Shrove Tuesday Pancake Dinner!
Tuesday, February 21st @ 6:30 pm in the Fellowship Hall

Join us for a build-your-own “Savory and Sweet Crepe Bar” as we enjoy fellowship and a little Mardi Gras merry-making! Shrove Tuesday, sometimes called “Fat Tuesday”, marks the final day of the Season of Epiphany. Some Christian traditions saw it as a time to “use up the cooking fat” before the penitential season of Lent began.

This year, we will be raising money for CAMP LOVE. Based in Gulfport Mississippi, Camp Love has been about the work of rebuilding homes and lives after Hurricane Katrina; six and a half years later there is still significant work to do. Under the leadership of Bette Caldwell, Westwood UMC, along with other United Methodists, is planning a work-team to Camp Love during Holy Week. Proceeds from the Shrove Tuesday event will be donated to Camp Love so they may purchase supplies so that their important work of grace can continue.

Tickets are available at the Church Office and during Coffee Fellowship:
Adults - $20 (remember, we are raising money for Camp Love!)
Children (under 15) - $ 5
Families pay a maximum of $50

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Ash Wednesday Service
February 22nd @ 7:30p.m.
In the Sanctuary
Imposition of Ashes

Thinking About Joining Westwood UMC?

New Members Class

9:00 a.m. Sunday Morning at Café W in the Wesley Room.

Senior Pastor John Woodall will lead the discussion for those who are interested in becoming members of this church community. The first Sunday will focus on an introduction to Westwood United Methodist Church. The second Sunday will focus on our United Methodist approach to the Christian faith.

March 4 – Class focus: everyone interested in joining Westwood UMC membership
March 11 – Class focus: designed particularly for those who have never previously been a member of a United Methodist Church, but all interested parties are welcome.
March 18 – New Members received during 10:00 a.m. worship service