Join us on Sunday, September 20th for Small Group Sunday! We’ll meet in the Gallery after worship to celebrate and share information about all the small group opportunities offered this coming fall!
The following are just SOME of those opportunities:
⭐ MUMC Choirs Welcome Back Potluck Dinner
All Choir members, new & returning, are invited to the upcoming Welcome Back Potluck Dinner on Thursday, August 27th! Meet us in the Gallery for a fun evening to kick off the 2026-2027 season at 5:30 PM.
And don’t forget to mark your calendars for the first rehearsal dates of the Season:
Chancel Choir: Thursday, September 3rd, 7:45 PM
Canticle Bells: Thursday, September 10th, 6:00 PM
Charter Members Men’s: Thursday, September 10th, 6:45 PM.
Want to learn more about joining? Contact Amy Bender: abender@mentorumc.org
⭐ StrengthsFinder
Sign up online or in the Info Hub for a fall session of StrengthsFinder. This five-week course allows you learn what your strengths are and how to best use them in every area of life. Two sessions begin in September and one begins in October.
⭐ Book Club
All readers are invited to meet us at the Library at MUMC for a monthly book “chat” and a new puzzle on the LAST Monday of the month at 6 PM.
⭐ Writing Group
All ages and experience levels are welcome to join a new writing group that meets on the third Tuesday of the month at 7:30 PM in the Youth Room (or online - contact Kenna for the zoom link).
⭐ Pickleball
Pickleball at MUMC will be on Tuesdays at 5 PM beginning September 15th and going until the end of October (weather-permitting). All skill levels welcome to meet us in the south parking lot. We have paddles for you to use but you are free to bring your own.
⭐ Women’s Journey Group
Interested in a women-led small group at MUMC? If so, please contact Chris Fletcher by phone 750‑739‑2155 or email at: chrisfletcher67@aol.com. We look forward to seeing how God may be leading this new opportunity for connection, learning, and spiritual growth.
⭐ Youth Group
All Youth are invited to join us on the FOURTH Sunday of then month at 4 PM. We’ll meet in the Youth Room for a devotion and life skill.
⭐ Young Adult Group
Join Young Adults on Tuesdays at 6 PM for Soil and Spirit: Cultivation and Kinship in the Web of Life by Scott Chaskey. We will also enjoy snacks while we start off another season of conversation, discipleship, and deepening our relationships with one another. Feel free to bring anything you like to munch on!
⭐ Gaming Group
Join us on Wednesday evenings at 5:30 PM for Dungeons & Dragons in the Youth Room (pizza & snacks included). No experience needed! If there are other games you wish to play during game night, please get in touch with Mackalyn Figgins. ALL are invited to this intergenerational gathering.
On Saturday, September 19th, MUMC & United Women in Faith are hosting a beautiful day of rest, renewal, and spiritual grounding for the women of our church. The Soul Care Retreat will offer space to slow down, breathe deeply, and reconnect with God through worship, reflection, and gentle community rhythms. Childcare will be available. We hope you are able to join us and our featured speaker, Rev. Bev Wrobel, for a special day.
Fill out the online registration form HERE or grab a paper copy in the Info Hub (drop off to the church office once completed).
$25 Early Bird (paid by Aug. 16)
$30 Regular (paid Aug. 17 – September 6)
$5 Child Meal (per child)
A limited amount of financial assistance is available on a first come, first served basis. Please indicate on the form if you wish to seek assistance.
Online Payment:
Online payment may be made at www.mentorumc.org/onlinegiving
You are responsible for paying the PROCESSING FEE. Please select “UWF - Soul Care Women’s Retreat” for FUND. If you do NOT receive a confirmation email, your payment did NOT go through.
Payment by Cash or Check
Please make checks payable to: Mentor United Methodist Women
Submit cash or check payments in person or by mail to:
Mentor UMC
Attn: UW Faith
8600 Mentor Ave.
Mentor, OH 44060
Join us at Mentor UMC on Thursday evenings for summertime worship. We’ll meet at 7 PM in the Chapel each week throughout the summer (with one or two services at a local park - details soon)!
This is a great service for those that find themselves traveling or busy on weekends this coming season. ALL are welcome.
Are you a visitor, regular attender, or just someone who wants to know more about Methodism? At Mentor UMC, we are blessed to provide various opportunities so that we can grow with one another in faith. You can attend a New Beginnings class to learn more about Mentor UMC and membership as well as attend upcoming luncheons or coffee/tea times. See the offerings below for more information on how to get involved.
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:
• 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, 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, August 30th – 12:30-1:45 PM
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.
Join us at 5:30 for a Back-to-School meal with family and friends. After, you are welcome to stay for the 7 PM Chapel Service.
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.
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