Worship Details

 

Come as you are. Our church family varies in how we dress.
From jeans to suits, we hope you’ll join us in a worship.

“If we clothe ourselves with humility, then no matter how we dress, 

we will honor and reflect Christ.”

                                                                                         – John Bloom

 
 
Our 8:00 a.m. Morning Blend Worship is a 30-minute gathering that takes place in the Fellowship Hall which is located in the lower level of our Church.  This worship includes hymns, scripture readings, a call to worship, prayer, a sermon, and weekly communion. This intimate and reflective service provides a meaningful time of worship in a welcoming setting.
Coffee and pastries are available to enjoy during the service.

 

 
 

 

Our 11:00 a.m. Blended Worship is an hour-long worship held in our Sanctuary on the main level of our church.  Each service experience features a blend of hymns, traditional, and contemporary music. The service includes a call to worship, a children’s chat, prayer, scripture readings, and a sermon. Communion is celebrated on the first Sunday of each month.
 
After the children’s chat, kids are invited to Faith Friends for Sunday School during the remainder of the service. A Toddler Room is also available for younger children, providing a welcoming space for families.
It’s church, but not as you know it.
 
Messy Church takes place on the first Wednesday of each month at 6:00 p.m. in our Fellowship Hall located in the lower level of our church.  Each month is a fun, themed gathering for all ages. It includes a provided meal, crafts, a message, and music that align with the theme. Everyone is welcome to join in this creative and engaging way to explore faith together!
 
For more information click HERE
 
                   
Online Options:
   

 
 

For Pastor Randy’s YouTube Service

 

This is a shortened version of the Sunday service (no music). It will be available starting at 12:01 a.m. on Sunday morning.
Click the link above to visit our website. Once there, scroll down to find the online service options.

 June 15, Service

 
 
 
Sunday Service, 11:00 a.m.
 
 
 
 
 
 
Online Worship Check-In
If you are joining us for our service via livestream, we’d love to know you’re with us!
Please take a moment to complete the Online Worship Check-In form. Your presence, even from afar, is important to us.
Thank you for being part of our worship community!
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

 

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If you are in need of Pastoral Care

please call the Church Office at

                                               440-942-9068.  

                                              If it is after hours please call

                                                Pastor Randy May

                                                at 614-306-2678  

 

 

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Things to Know
 
 
 
 
 
Connect and Grow
 
 
See Our Adult Fellowship Opportunities
Discover ways to connect and engage with our community.
 
 
Explore Our Bible Study Opportunities
Discover ways to deepen your faith and connect with others through Bible study.
 
There is always something fun happening
here at WUMC!
Food Pantry Ministry
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This Sunday, June 22, we invite you to participate in Provision Sunday, a special day focused on supporting our Food Pantry and helping those in need within our community.  Please refer to the calendar above for a full list of items needed for each month. Your contributions make a significant difference in the lives of families facing food insecurity. Drop-off baskets will be available at the church entrance. For monetary donations, please visit our website or contact the church office.

Thank you for your generosity and for being a blessing to others!

Willoughby United Methodist Food Pantry

 

 

 

 

Food Distribution

Our Food Pantry is dedicated to providing essential food items to families in need within our community by offering a Food Distribution on a monthly basis.
 
Distribution Details:
 
When: The second Thursday of each month, from 4:00-5:00 p.m.
Where: In our back parking lot. Enter from Prospect Street for easy access.
How: Food is available on a first-come, first-served basis during the designated hours. The distribution is a drive-thru pickup for added convenience.
We provide a variety of food items to help support families facing food insecurity.
 
How You Can Help:
 
Donate: Bring food items to church on Sundays or during the week.
Volunteer: Reach out if you’re interested in helping with food sorting or distribution.
Thank you for your continued support in helping our community!
 
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East Ohio Conference Information
 

 

Bishop Hee-Soo Jung called to order the 56th session of the East Ohio Annual Conference with 289 clergy and 312 laity gathered June 12-14 at the College of Wooster.

“The theme of this year’s Annual Conference Rise-Up Beloved builds upon Jesus’ vision of the church as the resurrected community and vibrant call for unity out of our rich and varied diversity,” Bishop Jung shared in his State of the Church address.

During the worship services of this year’s conference, members celebrated the ministries of 20 retiring clergy, eight newly licensed local pastors, one commissioned Deacon, one ordained Deacon, and three ordained Elders.

The conference also commemorated the lives and ministries of 32 clergy, spouses, and laity who entered the Church Triumphant since last year.

Business sessions began each day with a Bible study on soul care led by Rev. Dr. AHyun Lee of Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary. The study focused on Mark 5:35-43, the theme scripture for AC 2025.

Annual Conference members approved a $8,337,276 budget for 2026, increased minimum salary for clergy by 5% across all ministry categories, adopted five resolutions, and much more.

The body heard a report from the Ohio Episcopal Area Task Team, and joined Annual Conferences around the world in voting on four Constitutional Amendments.

Read and download the AC 2025 recap article.
View the AC 2025 videos showcase.
View and download photos from AC 2025.

 
A Pastoral Message from Bishop Hee-Soo Jung
June 14, 2025
EOC News
“Blessed are the merciful, for they will receive mercy. Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God. Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God.” – Matthew 5:7-9 (NRSVUE)
My heart is troubled because our country and our world are hurting. Every day it seems more people choose violence over peace and prefer hating others instead of loving them.
Our news and social media feeds are filled with images of immigration raids and protests in Los Angeles and across our country, bombings in the Middle East, and the continued war in Ukraine and Russia.
We need to rise up and say, “enough! Fear won’t win!” It is time to answer God’s call to be hope for our hurting world. Let us proudly speak and live that race, culture, economic status, gender, and sexuality cannot challenge our unity, and that we are one humanity.
Rise up with abundance in the face of scarcity; courage in the face of fear; generosity in the face of greed, and peace-living in the face of violence. Let us take courage in the name of Jesus and stand together to make America a world that confesses love, inclusion, equality, and equity in beloved community. Let us offer our love and solidarity with the migrant community, those under severe fear and insecurity. Let us live with a clear confession of faith that our differences are precious and beautiful, and our diversity is strength. Let us name again those things that trouble us and strive to make history by resolving them through the transformation of pure and boundless love.
 
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Are you looking for faith-building events to point the youth from your church towards?   Here are some great opportunities.  

Lakeside Institute

Looking for an unforgettable summer experience?
Lakeside Institute Church Camp is a week-long camp on the shores of beautiful Lake Erie.   At Lakeside, teens grow closer to God through meaningful small group discussions, worship, and fun activities — all while making lifelong friends and lasting memories.  Don’t miss this chance to strengthen your faith and connect with an amazing Christian community!  

https://lakesideinstitute.wordpress.com/ 

July 20-26 – Cost: $455

Entering 9th Grade through young adults up to age 20

 

ReachOut  

ReachOut is a week-long summer camp for incoming 8th graders through graduated High School Seniors. We meet at Lakeside, Ohio for a week of worship, mission, and friendship!  

We are:

  • Youth-Organized — Planned by 7 campers (the “PC’s”)
  • Missions-Oriented — Spending 2 days in small groups serving across Northern Ohio.
  • A Worship Community — Our week is designed around services, worship music, and bible studies growing us closer to Jesus in community.

www.reachoutcamp.com 

July 13-19 – Cost $415

Entering Grade 8 through High School graduates in 2025

 

Senior High CYF

CYF Camp is a near weeklong summer camp experience — full of worship, prayer, devotional, activities and more — at Malone University in Canton, OH.  CYF is for teens and young adults going into high school through college, aiming to build an authentic Christian community. 

www.mycyf.com

 

June 22-27 – Cost: $375         

Entering Grade 9 through young adults up to age 20

EAST OHIO CAMPS

A MINISTRY OF THE EAST OHIO CONFERENCE OF THE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

8800 Cleveland Ave NW, North Canton, OH 44720 

Phone: 330-499-3972 or 1-800-831-3972 Ext 108 *

Email: camp@eocumc.com

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