Family and friends are invited to join us for a morning of fun on Saturday, April 4th at 10 AM here at the church. Participate in an egg hunt and enjoy games and candy with us. All are welcome!
Join us this spring at Mentor UMC for meaningful worship services. ALL are invited to each of these offerings.
Palm Sunday: March 29th at 9 AM Modern, 9:15 AM Chapel, and 11 AM Traditional
Lenten Cantata: March 29th at 11 AM Traditional
Maundy Thursday: April 2nd at 7 PM (includes a Seder meal)
Good Friday Tenebrae: April 3 at 7 PM
Sunrise Service:
7 AM at Fairport Harbor Beach Park
Church Services:
9 AM Modern Service (also livestreamed)
9:15 AM Chapel Service
11 AM Traditional Service (also livestreamed)
It is also Communion & Pancake Sunday on Easter!
New Beginnings is more than a class—it’s an open invitation to explore faith, community, and belonging at Mentor United Methodist Church. Whether you are ready to join, still discerning, or simply curious, this is a safe and welcoming space to ask questions and discover what it means to be part of the Methodist tradition and our church family.
Upcoming Classes:
• Thursday, February, 12th, 4:00-5:30 PM
• Saturday, May 2nd, 9:00-11:30 AM
• Thursday, May 14th, 4:00-5:30 PM
• Saturday, September 12nd, 1:00-3:30 PM
• Thursday, September 17th, 6:30-8:00 PM
RSVP online here for any of the classes above. You only need to attend ONE class.
This class is designed for those who want clarity without pressure. It’s about starting fresh, finding your place, and experiencing the joy of community.
Together, we’ll explore:
• What is Methodism? Learn about the history, beliefs, and practices that shape our faith.
• What is membership? Understand the meaning of belonging, commitment, and shared discipleship.
• Why be a member? Discover how membership connects you to a community that supports,
encourages, and grows together in Christ.
At Mentor UMC, we believe New Beginnings are rooted in a life together where we:
• Love boldly by welcoming all people with grace and compassion
• Serve joyfully by sharing our gifts in ways that uplift and transform lives
• Lead courageously by living out our faith with hope and conviction
Whether you’re seeking connection, exploring your next step, or simply wondering what it means to belong, New Beginnings is your opportunity to grow deeper in faith and closer to God—while discovering a spiritual home that celebrates you as part of the family.
On New Member Sundays, we celebrate our new class of members by recognizing you in worship with prayer and a certificate. The opportunities are as follows:
• Sunday, February 15th, 9:00 and 11:00 AM at church
• Sunday, February 22nd, 9:00 and 11:00 AM at church
• Sunday, April 12th, 9:00 and 11:00 AM at church
• Sunday, May 24th, 9:00 and 11:00 AM at church - Pentecost
• Sunday, May 31st, 9:00 and 11:00 AM at church
• Sunday, September 20th, 7:30 AM at the Lake, 9:00 and 11:00 AM at church
• Sunday, October 11th, 9:00 and 11:00 AM at church
Join us for a luncheon to meet pastors & church friends then learn a bit about the church and membership. This is a free event hosted by the church. ALL dietary restrictions will be accommodated. Get in touch with Chris Fletcher or a Pastor for details and requests. RSVP for lunch online here.
Upcoming Luncheons are as scheduled:
• Sunday, April 26th – 12:30-1:45 PM
• Sunday, August 30th – 12:30-1:45 PM
Join us for the Royal Family Kids #271 fundraising dinner at Mentor United Methodist Church on March 5th, 2026 at 5:30 PM. Please email Abbie Akucewich to reserve your table before February 17th at abbie.carle@gmail.com.
Sponsor a table of 8 for $200 and invite your friends and family to come learn about and support this wonderful mission. If you would like to come and not sponsor an entire table, there are seats available at tables already sponsored. Please contact Johanna Martin for more information: johannamartin@sbcglobal.net
Join us to celebrate 15 years of RFK and get ready for the next 15 years. We hope to see you there!
Young Adults (post High School to 35 years old), are invited to join us for discussion and fun on Tuesdays (mostly) at 6 PM in the Youth Room.
Taste and See: February 23, March 9, 17, 24, 31, April 7
For Lent, we’ll be meeting in the evenings to discuss Taste and See by Margaret Feinberg at the church. This is an exciting study that looks at scripture through the creativity of food. Since we will be doing activities and cooks, we recommend that you join us in person when you can. This study also includes optional field trips. See schedule below.
Individuals are responsible for buying the book Taste and See in order to participate. Ebooks are available on Cokesbury for $8 or you can find a used book on sites like Thriftbooks for a little less. If you need help purchasing, reach out to Mackalyn, mfiggins@mentorumc.org.
Study Format:
Week 1: Monday, February 23rd at 4 PM
You’re Invited to the Table - Making deeper connections around any table.
(Session starts early to accommodate Book Club at 6 PM)
Week 2: Monday, March 9th at 6 PM
Delighting in the Sweetness of Fruitfulness - A closer look at the imagery of fruit in the Bible.
- Field Trip: Monday, March 9th at at 4 PM at West Side Market in Ohio City.
Week 3: Tuesday, March 17th at 6 PM
Chewing on the Bread of Life - More than a biblical metaphor! Professional bakers respond.
- Field Trip: Tuesday, March 17th at 5 PM at Great Harvest Bakery in Mentor.
Week 4: Tuesday, March 24th at 6 PM
Savoring the Salt of the Earth - How many different kinds of salt can you think of?
- Field Trip: Tuesday, March 24th at 4:30 PM at Tea & Spice Co in Chagrin Falls.
Week 5: Tuesday, March 31st at 6 PM
Relishing the Olive and Its Oil - Why the olive leaf is a miracle of creation.
- Field Trip: Tuesday, March 31st at 5 PM at local grocery stores (Trader Joe’s and Heinen’s in Mentor)
Week 6: Tuesday, April 7th at 6 PM
Discovering the Liturgy of the Table - Experience God’s goodness in community.
- Potluck party! Bring a favorite dish or snack of yours to share with the group as we complete this study.
Carpooling for field trips encouraged. We will shop items for our session then return to the church to discuss and cook. You are NOT required to make purchases. Funds for the ingredients are provided by the church.
Disclaimer from Margaret Feinberg: “I know that food is a source of pain for many of us. I’ve struggled with eating disorders and disordered eating throughout my life, and I hope you will be sensitive to those who wrestle with these and other food-related issues as well. Some days I think I am the last person who should be exploring food and the Bible. Yet the more I study, the more I am convinced that God wants to redeem food just as he is redeeming us.”
Join us for dinner on Wednesday evenings in Lent at 5:45 PM in the Gallery. We’ll eat while enjoying conversation then have a brief, camp-style worship. These meals are a cherished time of fellowship, reflection, and community. Afterward, there is an option to join a group at 6:45 PM (details below). Both the dinner and groups are FREE and can be attended separately or together. RSVP online here for dinner.
Wednesday, February 25th:
Wednesday, March 4th:
Wednesday, March 11th:
Wednesday, March 18th:
Wednesday, March 25th:
If you have any dietary restrictions, please reach out to the church office (440.255.3496) or get in touch with Alan Vick.
There are three in-person opportunities on Wednesday nights for those that wish to dive deeper into their faith this Lent. All groups will meet here at Mentor UMC following the meal, at around 6:45 PM and end at 8 PM. Any and all are welcome to these groups. Reach out to the group leader with any questions you have. Note: Groups will NOT meet on Wednesday, March 11th but rather join together for a special Healing Service at 6:45 PM in the Chapel. Sign up online for one of these opportunities HERE.
Tell Me Something Good
Pastor Steve and Pastor Ivy lead this in-depth look into the sermon series, “Tell Me Something Good.” Each Wednesday, we’ll study the themes and lessons from the previous Sunday’s sermon & scripture. This group will meet at Mentor UMC directly following the meal. No materials needed, but you are encouraged to look over the digital devotional to deepen your experience with this series. Sign up online here.
Social Principles
Join Youth & Young Adult Director, Mackalyn Figgins, in learning more about the UMC Social Principles. This group is good for those who seek a deeper understanding in how to engage with contemporary issues in a biblical and theological way. No materials needed. We will meet in the Youth Room following the meal. Sign up online here.
#BeUMC
Join Chris Fletcher for “#BeUMC,” an introductory, relaxed look into what being a Methodist means. We’ll meet in Gallery as the meal ends, so you don’t even need to leave your seat! No RSVP necessary and no additional materials needed. Sign up online here.
We are seeking individuals and groups who would like to help with the Lent dinners. There are opportunities to serve by helping prep the kitchen, set up the Gallery, greet guests, serve food, cleanup, and provide dessert. Let’s come together to make these evenings a time of nourishment for both body and spirit! Sign up online here to volunteer or visit the Info Hub
Those 65 years and older are invited to join us for a meal and some Valentine fun Wednesday, February 11th, at noon in the Gallery. This event is sponsored by Mentor United Women in Faith and is open to all. Cost is $5.00 per person cash or check payable at the door.
The luncheon will include pork tenderloin, cranberry sauce, mashed potatoes, gravy, roasted vegetables, salad, and pie.
Missionaries Dr. Les and Debbie Dornon will speak with us following lunch on how they have been “Sharing God’s Love Near and Far” while serving at Tansen Hospital in Nepal for 25 years.
Please RSVP by Thursday, February 5th to uwf@mentorumc.org, register online here, or find the signup sheet in the Info Hub.
This monthly event is open to all and FREE! Join us in the Gallery at MUMC for food, fellowship, and fun from 5:30 to 7 PM every second Thursday of the month. We’ll eat from 5:30 PM to 6 PM then enjoy different programming (fun) each month. If you are in choir or a committee, feel free to have dinner with us then meet with your group! RSVP online here.
Schedule for 2026:
Join us for a chili cookoff hosted by the Modern Worship team! Bring your friends and family for a good meal and night of fun.
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The next Red Cross Blood Drive is:
Tuesday, November 11th, 2025, from 9:00 AM - 3:00 AM in the Asbury & Wesley Rooms.
Click here to make an appointment.
Next:
Tuesday, January 13th, 2026 from 9:00 AM - 3:00 AM in the Asbury & Wesley Rooms.
Mentor United Methodist Church celebrated its 200th year in 2018!
Celebrating the past, living in the present, building for the future.
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Do you have any MUMC history you would like to share with the congregation?
Please send it to:
Don Humphrey
7330 Holly Park Dr.
Concord, Ohio 44060-6704 or e-mail to: dhumphrey@ameritech.net
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