Journey to Bethlehem
Journey to Bethlehem is BACK! The Children’s Ministry Department at GUMC is thrilled to host this annual walk-through event on Saturday, December 12. Families will gather in small groups and proceed through the nativity scenes, as they hear the story of Jesus’ birth. We will have crafts, snacks, int
Churchwide Thanksgiving Dinner
Date: Wednesday, November 18Time: 5:30 – 6:30 pmLocation: Owings Life Enrichment Center (OLEC)Cost: $18 ages 12 and up / $8 per child (Ages 4-11) / Free for children 3 and under*Deadline to register is Noon Monday, November 16*Join your church family for a feast of the season with turkey, gravy, dre
Advent Workshop
Family Advent WorkshopWednesday, November 18, from 6:30-7:45 pm, in the fellowship hall(Immediately following the Churchwide Thanksgiving Dinner)Join us for this cherished GUMC tradition! Create your family’s Advent wreath! Make Christmas crafts and enjoy refreshments!This is a FREE family event op
12.1.26 GUWF December Brunch
11.9.26 – Navigating Medicare Seminar
11.10.26 GUWF November Speaker Luncheon
GUWF November Speaker Luncheon 2026Tuesday, November 10 | 11:30 am | Mike Wilson Fellowship HallAll women are invited to share a catered meal, warm fellowship, and an inspirational message.Guest SpeakerJoshua ConleyExecutive Director, Foster Village MemphisPlease make your reservation and payment of
11.13.26 [gumc youth] Crave Retreat!
Join us for our 2026 Crave retreat! This retreat is for 6th-12th graders, and is November 13th-November 15th at Victory Ranch in Bolivar TN. Cost is $180, early bird is $160. Click on the registration link to learn more!Boys’ Registration: https://germantownumc.shelbynextchms.com/external/form/ff523
11.15.26 Mahjong for Missions
Mahjong for MissionsDate: Sunday, November 15, 2026Time: 2-5 pmLocation: Owings Life Enrichment Center (OLEC), 2323 West Street, Germantown, TN (across the street from Germantown United Methodist Church)Cost: $50/person or $200/tableHey Mahjong lovers! Join us for social play and enjoy an afternoon
Falling Leaves and Letting Go: A Spiritual Practice for Autumn
As the trees release their leaves, autumn invites us to consider what God may be asking us to release and what spiritual harvest we can recognize with gratitude.By Rev. Tim Carpenter, Senior PastorAs the autumn air becomes crisp and summer’s green gives way to vibrant shades of gold, amber, and crim
W.O.W. (WORSHIP ON WEDNESDAYS)- FALL 2026
WOW (Worship on Wednesday) is a weekly gathering for all children (infants through 5th grade.)Elementary children will gather for a kid-friendly dinner at 6 pm in the fellowship hall. After dinner, they will enjoy a variety of engaging activities aimed at building faith and friendship. Pick-up is at
Let’s Mahjong!
Every Thursday6:00 PMThe HuddleNew to Mahjong? We’ll have someone there to teach and help you get started!Everyone is welcome!No registration required.Questions? Contact Chesley Porteous • 901-268-4884 • chesleyporteous@gmail.com
Come see us at the OLEC Gym!
Come see us at the OLEC Gym!
Cookies in the Narthex
Ever heard of the book “If you give a mouse a cookie?”Now what about Baking or Buying Cookies to show some Hospitality?Whether you’re baking or buying cookies or donut holes, your contribution adds to the welcoming atmosphere in the Narthex before the service and makes fellowship even more fun!Sign
Germantown United Methodist Preschool (GUMP)
GUMP serves children 9 months to 5 years of age in a friendly, family atmosphere.If you or someone you know is interested in our preschool, please contact us at 901-753-3109 or visit https://www.germantownumc.org/preschool/
Acolytes Needed!
Scan the QR code or click HERE to sign up to be an acolyte! Must be in the second grade or older, BUT there is no age limit! If your child is interested in acolyting and has not been trained, contact Becca Keel to schedule a training session (bkeel@germantownumc.org).
Senior Fitness Classes
Senior Fitness Classes
Worship Service Schedule
Prism – An Alternative Service
Meets every Sunday at 10:30 am across the street at the Owings Life Enrichment Center at 2323 West St.