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(ICE) In Case of Emergency Form
The GUMC Safety team and the GUMC Health & Wellness Committee would like to encourage you to complete your Medical ID information in your mobile phone in the case of an emergency at GUMC or any other place in the community. Below is the form to fill out and turn...
Children’s Ministry Spring/Summer calendar 2025
Lots of fun and engaging events are happening for kids of all ages at GUMC! Check out our calendar and get a quick link to our open registrations.
Pickleball Lessons
Learn how to play America's fastest growing sport & have a great time! Dates & Times: January 28 & January 30 February 11, 13, 18 & 20 1-3 pm Only $50 for 2 sessions of 2 hours on Tuesday and Thursday of the same week. 1 instructor per 4 students...
Bread Ministry
Our bread ministry has officially launched! A recipe has been decided upon and we have an official baking day on the calendar for January 30th. The baking results will be shared with folks in need within our community. If you'd like to join us and be a part of this...
United Methodist Men’s Breakfast
Saturday, February 8th at 8 am Speaker: AJ Kamer Executive Director of Crosslink Memphis All men of the church are urged to attend! The cost of the breakfast is $7.50 per person. Reservations are necessary by calling the church. Reservations should be made by...
Taking Faithful Steps Leadership Conference
Saturday, March 29 starting at 8 am Join us for the Taking Faithful Steps Leadership Conference, where church leaders from across the area will gather to inspire, equip, and transform one another. This one-day event will feature engaging keynote speakers, dynamic...
WOW – Worship on Wednesdays
WOW - Worship on Wednesday Our mid-week program which runs during the school year provides a variety of opportunities for children to experience Christian fellowship and develop a closer relationship to Christ. This is our children’s ministry equivalent of “youth...
Discovery Weekend 2025
Arrival at GUMC at 7:00 PM Departure on Sunday 12:00 PM Discovery Weekend is a youth-led retreat focused on discovering God’s love for us. This is an on-campus retreat where students worship, eat, sleep, and stay at GUMC all weekend. More than practically any other...
Reading the Old Testament Through Jewish Eyes Bible Study
Reading the Old Testament Through Jewish Eyes Tuesdays, February 11 – April 1 (skipping February 25), 6:30-7:30 pm Facilitator: Terry Aust; Cost: $12.00 In this DVD study by Rabbi Evan Moffic, we will explore the Torah, the first five books of the Hebrew Bible, and...
The Gospel of John
The Gospel of John Savoring the Peace of Jesus in a Chaotic World Wednesdays, March 5 – April 23; 9:45-11:45, via Zoom Cost: $23.00; Facilitator: Chesley Porteous In this 7-session study, author Melissa Spoelstra will encourage you to slow down and linger with the...
Acolyte Signup for January & February
Each Sunday, in both Traditional worship services, we need 2 acolytes. Children may begin serving as an acolyte when they reach second grade. Please sign your child up via the Signup Genius link. If your child needs to be trained as an acolyte, please reach out to...
The Future of the Memphis Zoo Brown Bag Lunch Program
For adults ages 55 and older TOPIC: The Future of the Memphis Zoo SPEAKER: Matt Thompson, CEO and President of the Memphis Zoo WHERE: Mike Wilson Fellowship Hall WHEN: February 7, 2025. Program starts at 11 am; lunch is at noon. There is a lot going on at the Memphis...
Hymnathon
On February 8, we will offer a Hymnathon, a sing-through of one stanza of every hymn in the United Methodist Hymnal. Participating choristers will solicit sponsorships, and flat rate gifts will be accepted. For example, Susanna Wesley level of support will be $100,...
GUWF February Luncheon
Tuesday, February 11 | 11:30 am | Mike Wilson Fellowship Hall Speaker: Reverend Martha B. Wagley, Pastor Emerita of Memphis First United Methodist Church (UMC), Rev. Wagley previously served the UMC as Director of the Board of Ordained Ministry at the General Board of...
Annual Ministry Impact Report Release Event
Join us as we look back at our many accomplishments in 2024! This is a celebration of the many God accomplished things that happened throughout our church last year. A true example of his handiwork will be found throughout these pages. February 16 - Immediately after...
Lent by Candlelight
Date: Tuesday, February 25, 2025 Time: 6:30 - 8:30 pm Location: Mike Wilson Fellowship Hall & The Chapel All women are invited! Come and prepare your heart and mind for the season of Lent at this cherished annual event. You will experience a meaningful time of...
Coping with the Death of a Loved One
Losing a loved one is inevitable, and we may go through a wide range of emotions. When you attend this seminar you will find that you are not alone, and there are ways to cope as well as support someone who is going through loss. Monday, March 3 | Please choose either...
Day of Service
After the GUWF Children’s Consignment Sale, we need all hands on deck to reset the OLEC gym for PRISM worship service. Click Here to select a time slot. Available shifts and duties are listed below: AVAILABLE SHIFTS: 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. ·Pulling out items for donation...
True North – Vacation Bible School
True North Vacation Bible School - June 2-6, 2025 Join GUMC Children's Ministry as we learn to trust Jesus in this wild world! Weekday VBS: June 2-6, 2025 From: 9:00 AM – 12:00 noon Cost: $25 per child Registration deadline: May 15, 2025 This epic daytime adventure...
Music & Arts Camp – Week 1 – Let’s Rock!
Music & Arts Camp—Week 1 - June 23-27, 2025 Is your child a budding actor/actress? Does he/she love performing in front of others? This summer, June 23-27, we will host Music & Arts Camp for children who have completed 1st through 5th grades. Children will...
Music & Arts Camp – week 2 – A Play in a Manger
Music & Arts Camp - Week 2 - Christmas in July - A Play in a Manger Is your child a budding actor/actress? Does he/she love performing in front of others? This summer, July 28 - August 1, we will host Music & Arts Camp week 2 for children who have completed...
Elementary Mission Camp – July 7-11, 2025
Elementary Mission Camp - July 7-11, 2025 In this hands-on camp, we will explore three specific types of mission: inner-church mission, urban mission, and rural mission. The idea is that each child will have a chance to experience different types of work, hopefully...
Lakeshore Camp – July 20-26
Lakeshore Camp - July 20-26 Pack your bags and grab your friends for a seriously fun week of worship and games at The Shore. Children as young as 8 years old may attend. GUMC member, Kristen Stonebrook, will be Dean of Camp during week 9 (Elementary Camp 4). If you...
Prism – An Alternative Service
Meets every Sunday at 11 am across
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