The Laguna Beach United Methodist Church serves the populations of Laguna Beach and the surrounding communities. It offers Sunday services, Sunday School and weekly choir rehearsals. Sunday services are offered weekly at 10am. Children's ministry work includes volunteering at local shelters and rehabilitating public spaces. Visitors are always welcome.
The day school serves children ages 2 through pre-kindergarten, and is located on the church campus. Children receive an early-childhood education plus chapel, Spanish, music and art. Healthy snacks are provided daily. There is a fenced-in playground for children to have outdoor activities.
Dedicated to the ministry of 18th-century missionary John Wesley, parishioners of the Calvary Church proudly "welcome and celebrate diversity, including diversity in age, economic status, ethnicity, family status, gender, physical abilities, sexual orientation and race," according to the church's Web site.
Originally built in the 1920's with a belfry designed in the early years of the 19th century, the Calvary Church was placed in the National Register of Historic Places in 1983. In 1994, it merged with the Arlington Heights Church and was renamed Calvary Church, United Methodist.
Services, led by the Rev. Christine Elliott, are held Sunday at 9:30 a.m. in the summer and 10:30 a.m. in the winter. The church offers Sunday school, Junior Church and daycare for children younger than 3.
Sandy Springs United Methodist Church was founded by some of Sandy Springs' original settlers. The church provides a food pantry, a clothing boutique and financial assistance with rent and utilities to those in need. Sunday worship takes place at 11am.
St. Mark's United Methodist Church hasn't changed greatly in its 55-year history. Previously located across the street, the church offers a great deal of tradition with a contemporary feel, and it also provides coffee and doughnuts for everyone.
Palma Ceia United Methodist Church is rich in community and service. It offers Bible study and service opportunities for adults, thriving children and youth ministries, and a new Special Needs Ministry. For more information visit the church website.
First United Methodist Church is a church that connects people with God and each other. It offers many programs including Faith and Reason, Following in the Footsteps of Jesus, Faith and Film, Growin' Grownups and more. The church also runs the Food at First food pantry program.
The Hyde Park United Methodist Church is a warm and welcoming congregation. It offers study groups and is active in the community. Child care services are available during services.
Emmanuel United Methodist Church has a medium-sized congregation, led by the Reverend Stephanie Vader. The two Sunday morning worship services are delivered differently but the message is the same -- Emmanuel offers a traditional and contemporary worship service. Some of the outreach ministries include emergency assistance to individuals and families in crisis, the food bank and transitional housing.
Amidst several churches on Middlefield Road, University A.M.E. Zion Church is the oldest African-American church in the area. Formerly located on Ramona Street, the church moved to the current Middlefield location to provide a more fitting facility for the congregation. The A.M.E. Zion Church's emphasis is on "the salvation of the whole person--mind, body and spirit." Ultimately, it strives to be "The Freedom Church."
This congregation has for many years been heavily involved in social activism in the Davis community. Members were involved in the founding of local charities such as, STEAC (Short Term Emergency Aid Committee), Community Meals, the Cold Weather Shelter, Yolo Hospice, Citizens Who Care, Suicide Prevention, and Habitat for Humanity in Yolo County. Quite a few members have also served on the Davis School Board and City Council.
This church is relatively young compared to many Methodist churches in the area. However, from the beginning, following its split from the Presbyterian Davis Community Church in 1961, it has maintained and celebrated the Methodist traditions of inspirational music, and fostering small informal groups focused on spiritual and community growth and potlucks.
