Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of a new phase in our spiritual journey as we enter the season of Lent. Lent is the forty days, excluding Sundays, leading up to Easter. It is a time of introspection and self-denial intended to deepen our walk with Christ. We begin on Ash Wednesday by confronting two truths that we often try to avoid: we are sinners, and we are mortal.

Join us in this journey of Lent beginning this Wednesday at 6:00 PM, in person and online.

Celebrate Christmas Eve at Pendleton Center United Methodist Church!

Join us for our special Christmas Eve services as we gather to rejoice in the birth of Christ, listen to the Word, and sing Christmas carols and Silent Night by candlelight. We offer two service times: 7:00 PM and 11:00 PM.

7 PM Service:

• Live-streamed for those unable to attend in person.

• Jr. Church (3 years old - 6th grade) available for children, ensuring a warm and engaging experience for all ages.

11 PM Service:

• A peaceful, late-night service to reflect on the Christmas miracle.

Invite your family and friends to join us in this meaningful celebration of faith and community. We look forward to sharing this joyous occasion with you!

The Blue Christmas Service, or the Service of the Longest Night, is a comforting space for those who struggle with grief, depression, anxiety, or other issues during the Christmas season. It's a place where you are safe and welcome to express those feelings. Here, you'll find a community that will support you as you face a challenging time.

Let’s Go Christmas Caroling!

Come share the love of Jesus with others

Join us for an afternoon to visit with the elderly and shut-ins.

Bring friends and family – create a joyous holiday memory!

11:00 AM - 3:00 PM on Sunday, December 15

Sign up on the clipboards in the back of the sanctuary now, or contact Lorie Grenda or Louie Bobsein.

(We travel as groups in cars and need to estimate how many stops we’ll make!)

Saturday, December 7, at 7:00 PM at PCUMC

This holiday season, the choirs of Pendleton Center UMC and St. Paul’s UCC are joining together to present a Christmas choral concert! Mark your calendars and invite your friends and family to join in this special occasion!

If anyone is interested in helping with the reception after, contact Nancy Himes. There will also be a signup sheet in the back of the sanctuary for anyone willing to bake cookies for the reception.

St. Paul’s UCC will also host the concert on Sunday, December 8, at 10:00 AM.

Hanging of the Greens - New Time This Year!

Sunday, December 1, 10:30 AM

This year’s Hanging of the Greens is at a new time - right after the Sunday service at 10:30 AM! Let’s start this Advent season with a heart full of joy and warmth as we put up the Christmas trees, hang the wreaths, and decorate the church for the season! Children are welcome to help decorate with their families or enjoy a Christmas movie in the Ark.

Please note, there will be no potluck dinner this year. However, feel free to bring pastries or other snacks to share.

For more info, contact Adrian Almeida.