University United Methodist Church

Welcome to University UMC

University United Methodist Church stands on Franklin Street and welcomes you into a community that loves God and serves neighbors. You will experience a service that blends prayer, Scripture, preaching, and congregational singing. If you bring kids, the team offers safe check in and clear guidance for age appropriate spaces. If you arrive with questions about faith or membership, ministers and lay leaders answer with patience and plain language. The aim is simple. Help you follow Jesus with your whole life.

The church offers groups for students, young professionals, families, and seniors. You can join a small group, a study, or a service team. Music ministries invite you to sing or play an instrument. Care ministries walk with you through illness, grief, and transitions. If you want to serve beyond the walls, you will find concrete opportunities that fit your schedule. You can pack meals, support local schools, and lend your skills to short term projects. You will receive clear instructions, contact names, and times so you know exactly what to expect.

Plan your first visit

Parking downtown is free on Sundays. Look for signage along Franklin Street and follow the path to the main entrance. Greeters provide a printed order of worship and show you to seating. After the service, stop by the welcome area to learn about membership, baptism, or upcoming classes. If you prefer to prepare in advance, visit the church website at universityumc.church for service times, parking tips, and ways to connect.

Take your next step

University UMC helps you grow in a steady, practical way. Join a short series on prayer. Volunteer once a month with a local partner. Meet with a pastor to talk about your faith story. Bring a friend and sit with a small group that studies Scripture with honesty and hope. When you are ready, reach out through the online form. A staff member will contact you and help you take a next step that fits your week and your goals. You will find a church family ready to welcome you and walk with you.