United Methodists gather for a Candlelight Service on Christmas Eve at St. Matthew UMC in Fort Worth, Texas. Photo by Angelia Sims of Angelia's Photography.
We are The United Methodist Church

Christmas

Welcome others, welcome Christ


Featured Stories


Get them talking

Start a conversation with your family about the importance of being a part of a United Methodist church community where we can do more together than by ourselves.

Grow your faith

Explore ten resolutions – based on discipleship, creativity and presence – that will help you strengthen your faith in a new year or a new season of life.

Spiritual decluttering

The closet may not be all that needs a fresh look. How might you make room for the Holy Spirit to do something new in you? 

4

United Methodists affirm the faith shared by all Christians, with particular emphasis on God's grace and on Christian living. These introductory pages will help you discover what it means to be a United Methodist.

Have questions? We have answers!

Find responses to frequently asked queries or Ask The UMC your question.

Around The United Methodist Church

United Methodist Church - Find-A-Church Application

New to the area? Looking for a different worship style? A smaller congregation? Find-A-Church is an online directory featuring thousands of sortable United Methodist churches. Find the perfect church for you with Find-A-Church.


Find-A-Church
United Methodist News - Fair. Faithful. Trusted.

Your official source of comprehensive information and news about The United Methodist Church, UM News reports with objectivity and includes the many voices, views and contexts of the denomination. Get the Latest Updates

UMNews
United Methodist Giving - Your Gifts Impact the World

We give because Jesus invites us to.
Jesus says it this way, “You shall love your neighbor as yourself” (Matthew 19:19b). Discover how your gifts make a difference in lives across the globe.

Transform the world


UMC Giving
Resource UMC - Resources for United Methodist Church Volunteer and Clerty Leaders

This is the home of inspiration and practical information for church leaders. Find mission and ministry resources, tips, how-tos, stories, podcasts and much more from across the connection.

Explore Resources

ResourceUMC

What do you know about Epiphany?

Watch and Share


United Methodist Communications - Logo - Reversed - White

This site depends on you.

United Methodist Communications works to share the message of Jesus Christ. We also equip United Methodists worldwide with tools and resources so that they can better connect with their communities in order to change lives.


Be Inspired


New book, new year

When you are starting a new year or a new season, books can be an encouraging source of guidance as you seek to strengthen your relationship with God.

Communion

Some churches recognize 7 sacraments; United Methodists celebrate 2. This series of articles explores each of these important acts in the life of a Christian.

Decatur First UMC listened to their community to understand needs and responded by partnering with local non-profits to serve the unhoused and food insecure.

Decatur First UMC listened to their community to understand needs and responded by partnering with local non-profits to serve the unhoused and food insecure.

The UMC Vision and hashtag

The United Methodist Church forms disciples of Jesus Christ who, empowered by the Holy Spirit, love boldly, serve joyfully, and lead courageously in local communities and worldwide connections.

United Methodist Communications is an agency of The United Methodist Church

©2026 United Methodist Communications. All Rights Reserved