Stations of the Cross - Call for Creative!
This Holy Week, help us create a powerful, interactive experience for our congregation and community through the Stations of the Cross Prayer Walk, held April 15-18. This year’s journey will reflect the passion story as told in the Gospel of Luke, inviting participants to encounter Jesus’ final hours through art, scripture, devotions, and interactive elements.
We need You to bring this prayer walk to life! You are invited to share your creativity in one or more ways. Learn more here.
Rise Against Hunger
On February 22nd McKendree UMC is participating in Rise Against Hunger, the meal packaging event everyone loves! This is a fun and easy mission project that all ages can enjoy.
The first step of this exciting event is to raise money to purchase the meals. Each package is around $0.40 per meal. The amount we raise will determine how many meals we can provide.
Encourage others to give and show that you have donated and are sponsoring meals* - head over to the Narthex to the Rise Against Hunger Station to fill out a card. It will be added to our display. All contributions are appreciated! *You can donate here or use the QR code at the table.
The second step of this exciting event is to volunteer and join in packaging meals on February 22nd. Please let us know that you will be here.
Wednesday Night Supper & Mardi Gras Kid’s Parade
MARDI GRAS DINNER & KIDS PARADE
Come out wearing your Fat Tuesday colors to our Mardi Gras themed Wednesday Night Supper. Join us in celebrating with our themed dinner, photo opp., music, and festivities. Our McKendree Kids will parade in their "homemade" floats! We will provide the beads (free of cost).
There’s room at the table for you! No reservation is required.
Menu: Jambalaya, Caesar salad, Corn Bread and Desserts Kids Menu: Chicken Nuggets and Fruit Cups
Dinner is served from 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.* $6.00 per adult, $3.00 per child and $7.00 for To-Go meals
*The serving line is open from 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. for in-person or carry-out. If you can't make it before 6 o’clock, pay online before 4:00 p.m. and your order will be ready for you to pick up when you arrive. Pay Online ($7.00 per meal)
Wellroot Family Dinner
In our commitment to community service and support, McKendree UMC is excited to partner with Wellroot Family Services (formerly United Methodist Children's Home) for a special event. On February 27th, from 4:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., we will host a Parent Support Group for the Healthy Families North Georgia program. This initiative offers invaluable parenting support to families with young children, and we have the opportunity to provide a welcoming environment for these families to gather. Learn more about WELLROOT Here.
We invite you to be a part of this meaningful event by volunteering your time and talents. We need help with setting up, preparing and serving food, and providing childcare. If you are interested in volunteering or would like to contribute to making this gathering a success, please reach out to the church office. Your involvement will make a significant difference in the lives of the families we are serving. Childcare will be provided.
Serve Dinner at Rainbow Village
Make a difference for families experiencing homelessness. Help McKendree UMC prepare and serve dinner. Learn more.
Discover McKendree - A Four-Week Class
Is McKendree UMC beginning to feel like home? Discover McKendree is a four-week class designed to introduce the church’s mission, history, beliefs, and ways to connect. Whether new to McKendree or exploring next steps, this class offers a welcoming place to learn and grow.
Topics include Wesleyan roots, opportunities for service, and what it means to be a member. Learn more and sign up by emailing info@mckendreeumc.org.
Ash Wednesday Services
Experience the blessing of Ash Wednesday to mark the beginning of the season of Lent.
Ashes-to-Go 7:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. Drive-thru ashes in the McKendree UMC parking lot.
Worship service 6:30 p.m. at McKendree UMC (Childcare available) & streamed online
Wednesday Night Supper on Ash Wednesday
There’s room at the table for you! No reservation is required.
Menu: Baked Ziti, Italian Salad or fruit cup, Garlic bread and Desserts
Dinner is served from 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.* $6.00 per adult, $3.00 per child and $7.00 for To-Go meals
*The serving line is open from 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. for in-person or carry-out. If you can't make it before 6 o’clock, pay online before 4:00 p.m. and your order will be ready for you to pick up when you arrive. Pay Online ($7.00 per meal)
Women of McKendree
The men can't have all the fun! Come and connect with the women of McKendree. Everyone is invited to join us for food, fun, and fellowship! Meet in the Fellowship Hall on Saturday, March 8 at 9:00 a.m.
Contact Susan Hamilton for more information and to let her know you will attend.
Saturday Prayer Mini Retreats - Season of Lent
Saturday Prayer Mini Retreats. March 8 & 15 at 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. in Room 311. Join in one or both of the unique sessions.
Wednesday Night Supper
There’s room at the table for you! No reservation is required.
Menu: Poppy Seed Chicken, Rice, Green Beans and Desserts Kids Menu: Pizza Bites and Fruit Cups
Dinner is served from 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.* $6.00 per adult, $3.00 per child and $7.00 for To-Go meals
*The serving line is open from 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. for in-person or carry-out. If you can't make it before 6 o’clock, pay online before 4:00 p.m. and your order will be ready for you to pick up when you arrive. Pay Online ($7.00 per meal)
Men of McKendree Gathering
Men of McKendree Gathering meets at 6:00 p.m. every third Thursday in the Fellowship Hall. Join the Men of McKendree for Fun, Food, and Faith!
Details:
When: 3/20/2025, 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Fellowship Hall
Food: TBD
Activities: TBD
Faith: Share a brief devotional. Let Bobby or Terry know. That applies to this month and beyond.
If you are interested in more info., please contact Bobby Butler at bobby_b57@yahoo.com. Make sure you RSVP so we know how much food will be needed.
Palm Sunday Easter Cantata
Come Celebrate Easter with this year's Easter Cantata, "What Love Is This?"! Plan to bring your friends and families to this dynamic Sunday which kicks off Holy Week. The children will be processing with palm branches, and the music will bring a sense of Love into the season. You won't want to miss This Love!
Stations of the Cross
Open daily from 3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
In this prayerful journey, participants move from one station to the next, experiencing Jesus’ last hours with art, scripture, devotions and interactive elements. This year’s journey will reflect the passion story as told in the Gospel of Luke. Each station reflects a moment in the gospel story from Jesus entering Jerusalem on Palm Sunday to the women going to the tomb early on Easter morning.
Worship - Maundy Thursday/Good Friday Service
A solemn service of reflection at 7:00 p.m. in the Sanctuary. Deepen your gratitude for the gift of new life. Please enter quietly and reverently.
Men of McKendree Gathering
Men of McKendree Gathering meets at 6:00 p.m. every third Thursday in the Fellowship Hall. Join the Men of McKendree for Fun, Food, and Faith!
Details
When: 2/20/2025, 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Fellowship Hall
Food: Meal menu TBD, we'll provide and collect $cash$ to cover the cost
Activities:
Fun: February Trivia - it may be the shortest month, but it's packed with good categories for trivia topics!
Service Project: As most of you know, Saturday 2/22 is our Rise Against Hunger event. In order to prepare for that, we'll spend the last ~ 30 minutes of our time setting up the fellowship hall in preparation. So, hopefully most of you can be there Saturday; but if not, you can still be involved in the preparation by joining us next Thursday.
Faith: Yes also! If you’d like to share a brief devotional, let Bobby or Terry know. That applies to this month and beyond.
Make sure you RSVP so we know how much food will be needed.
Wednesday Night Supper
There’s room at the table for you! No reservation is required.
Menu: Sloppy Joes, coleslaw, French fries and desserts Kids Menu: Pizza bites and fruit cups
Dinner is served from 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.* $6.00 per adult, $3.00 per child and $7.00 for To-Go meals
*The serving line is open from 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. for in-person or carry-out. If you can't make it before 6 o’clock, pay online before 4:00 p.m. and your order will be ready for you to pick up when you arrive. Pay Online ($7.00 per meal)
Wednesday Night Supper
There’s room at the table for you! No reservation is required.
Menu: Spaghetti and meatballs, salad, garlic bread and desserts
Dinner is served from 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.* $6.00 per adult, $3.00 per child and $7.00 for To-Go meals
*The serving line is open from 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. for in-person or carry-out. If you can't make it before 6 o’clock, pay online before 4:00 p.m. and your order will be ready for you to pick up when you arrive. Pay Online ($7.00 per meal)
Food Drive for LAWRENCEVILLE CO-OP
Make a difference in the community by being part of the Sunday, February 9, 2025, food drive for Lawrenceville Cooperative Ministry. Together, we can make a significant impact and help those in need within our community. Bring nonperishable food items and/or toiletries to the Fellowship Hall the morning of the food drive OR at any time leave donations in the grocery cart outside the back of the church (under the covered entrance at the rear of the building). Learn more here.
Sunday Worship - Scout Sunday
Celebrating the Scouting community and organization at the 9:30 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. service! Cub Scouts, Scouts BSA, and Girl Scouts will lead us in worship, demonstrating the values of service and community that Scouting instills. If you have ever been a part of the Boy Scouts or Girl Scouts we invite you to join us and be recognized for your accomplishments!
Wednesday Night Supper
There’s room at the table for you! No reservation is required.
Menu: Baked chicken, yellow rice, salad, dessert; hot dogs and fruit cups for kids
Dinner is served from 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.* $6.00 per adult, $3.00 per child and $7.00 for To-Go meals
*The serving line is open from 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. for in-person or carry-out. If you can't make it before 6 o’clock, pay online before 4:00 p.m. and your order will be ready for you to pick up when you arrive. Pay Online ($7.00 per meal)
GriefShare Grief & Loss Support Group
Need Help Dealing with Grief? GriefShare Grief & Loss Support Groups Are Here for You
What is GriefShare? At GriefShare you’ll receive valuable guidance and tips, leading you to relief, comfort, and peace of mind. During GriefShare you’ll be part of a support group to help you move through the grief process.
GriefShare Support Group meets in Room 316 in the Education Building on Monday nights for 13 weeks beginning February 3rd, 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
More information about the support group and how to register.
WILL SIGNING PARTY & “Binder for Life” WORKSHOP
Get at least one New Year’s resolution done!!!
Have you procrastinated in updating your will? Bring your documents to sign at noon, and get it done!
Stay for a "Binder for Life" workshop. We will go through the documents to include in a binder that will be helpful to loved ones.
This class will be held in the Fellowship Hall. Lunch, childcare, and binders provided. Reservations required!
Reserve a spot for lunch & materials.
Note: rescheduled to February 2 due to inclement weather.
UMCOR Service Opportunity - MISSION HUB WORKDAY
North Georgia Conference is creating a new Mission Hub on the office campus at the corner of Old Peachtree and South Scales Road. This hub includes a mini UMCOR warehouse where UMCOR buckets and kits can be dropped off and verified, before transporting to the East Point warehouse for palletization. To get this ready for operations, we need all hands on deck on Saturday, February 1st, to clear and clean up this space. Work will include: clear out all storage areas, remove furniture, wipe down tables and chairs, sweep and mop floors, vacuum carpets and rugs, etc. Everyone is invited to participate. Please bring work or cleaning gloves if available.
Work will start at 9:30 a.m. and lunch will be provided. Sign up is not required but will help us plan for lunch in advance. The more the merrier - Hope to see you there!
Also, this building was previously used for youth and children ministry. There are furniture, toys and games that can be donated to other non-profits. If you have a ministry or organization that may use some of these items, please come early to claim them before they go into the dumpster.
Wednesday Night Supper
There’s room at the table for you! No reservation is required.
Menu: Meatloaf, cheesy potatoes, brocolli, dessert; chicken nuggets and fruit cups for kids
Dinner is served from 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.* $6.00 per adult, $3.00 per child and $7.00 for To-Go meals
*The serving line is open from 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. for in-person or carry-out. If you can't make it before 6 o’clock, pay online before 4:00 p.m. and your order will be ready for you to pick up when you arrive. Pay Online ($7.00 per meal)
Sunday Worship - Laity Sunday
Celebrate and commission McKendree leaders and volunteers at the two Sunday Worship Services (9:30 a.m. and 11:00 a.m.)! Walk down to the Fellowship Hall for a snack after the service(s) so we can show appreciation for all your hard work this year.
Men of McKendree Gathering
Men of McKendree Gathering meets at 6:00 p.m. every third Thursday in the Fellowship Hall. Join the Men of McKendree for Fun, Food, and Faith!
Details:
When: 1/23/2025, 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Fellowship Hall
Food: Chili dinner
Activities : Hear an overview of the UMC Disaster Response program and watch an episode of The Chosen on our new TV in the fellowship hall.
Faith: Share a brief devotional. Let Bobby or Terry know. That applies to this month and beyond.
If you are interested in more info., please contact Bobby Butler at bobby_b57@yahoo.com. Make sure you RSVP so we know how much food will be needed.
RSVP by emailing Bobby.
Serve Dinner at Rainbow Village
Make a difference for families experiencing homelessness. Help McKendree UMC prepare and serve dinner. Learn more.
Wednesday Night Supper
There’s room at the table for you! No reservation is required.
Menu: Poppy seed chicken, rice, green beans, dessert; pizza bites and fruit cups for kids
Dinner is served from 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.* $6.00 per adult, $3.00 per child and $7.00 for To-Go meals
*The serving line is open from 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. for in-person or carry-out. If you can't make it before 6 o’clock, pay online before 4:00 p.m. and your order will be ready for you to pick up when you arrive. Pay Online ($7.00 per meal)
Worship January 12 - Remembrance of Baptism
In both services, we will read the story of Jesus’ baptism as we remember our baptism. Through our baptism vows we renounce the spiritual forces of wickedness, reject the evil powers of this world, and repent of sin. We accept the freedom and power God gives to resist evil, injustice, and oppression in whatever forms they present themselves.
Sunday at 9:30 and 11:00 a.m.
Saturday Prayer Mini Retreats
Saturday Prayer Mini Retreats. January 11, 18 & 25 at 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. in Room 311. Join in one or all three of the unique sessions.
Learn more about this year’s workshops.
Wednesday Night Supper
There’s room at the table for you! No reservation is required.
Menu: Ham & cheese and turkey & cheese sliders, fries, coleslaw, dessert; chicken nuggets for kids
Dinner is served from 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.* $6.00 per adult, $3.00 per child and $7.00 for To-Go meals
*The serving line is open from 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. for in-person or carry-out. If you can't make it before 6 o’clock, pay online before 4:00 p.m. and your order will be ready for you to pick up when you arrive. Pay Online ($7.00 per meal)
Touch the Water, Taste the Bread
Touch the Water, Taste the Bread
A class on the sacraments for 3's and 4's, Sunday at 11:00 a.m.
Children will participate in Holy Communion on February 2.
End-of-Year Worship
One Worship Service at 11:00 a.m.
Everyone is invited to wear Christmas Pajamas! Children stay in worship and are encouraged to bring a favorite (quiet) soft toy for the prayground.
Christmas Eve Worship
Christmas Eve Worship - Celebrate the birth of Jesus!
McKendree UMC offers several times of worship on Christmas Eve in the hopes that EVERYONE knows they are welcome and that there is a place for them.
2:00 p.m. Family Worship - Children can come in costume to reenact the Nativity.
8:00 p.m. Lessons and Carols - Scriptures with music from choir, handbells, orchestra, and ensembles.
11:00 p.m. Candlelight & Communion - A meaningful service led by the praise team.
All are welcome to celebrate this wondrous time!
Wednesday Night Supper
There’s room at the table for you! No reservation is required.
Menu: Baked Ziti - Italian Salad or fruit cup - Garlic bread and dessert
Dinner is served from 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.* $6.00 per adult, $3.00 per child and $7.00 for To-Go meals
*The serving line is open from 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. for in-person or carry-out. If you can't make it before 6 o’clock, pay online before 4:00 p.m. and your order will be ready for you to pick up when you arrive. Pay Online ($7.00 per meal)
Caroling, Cookies, and Cocoa at the Co-Op
On Monday, December 16 from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m., join the Vasser Family as they sing carols and hand out cookies and cocoa to clients at the Lawrenceville Co-op (52 Gwinnett Drive) for our 3rd annual Caroling, Cookies, and Cocoa at the Co-op. If you can't join us to sing, please consider donating homemade cookies for us to hand out. Thank you and sign up!
Wednesday Night Supper
There’s room at the table for you! No reservation is required.
Menu: Sloppy Joes - Mac & Cheese - cole slaw - chips - dessert and Pizza bites for kids
Dinner is served from 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.* $6.00 per adult, $3.00 per child and $7.00 for To-Go meals
*The serving line is open from 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. for in-person or carry-out. If you can't make it before 6 o’clock, pay online before 4:00 p.m. and your order will be ready for you to pick up when you arrive. Pay Online ($7.00 per meal)
Walk Thru Bethlehem
Come experience what it was like in Bethlehem the night Jesus was born! Market stalls, shepherds and live animals, and the story of Jesus’ birth. This is what Christmas is truly all about! Everyone is Welcome! Open to the public from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Christmas Cantata
Christmas Cantata at 9:30 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. worship services.
A joyful musical celebration of Jesus birth at both worship services. Come at the time, 9:30 a.m. or 11:00 a.m. that best fits your schedule.
This year, our cantata celebrates the theme "Joy for the World," an exploration of the boundless joy brought by Christ’s birth. In a world longing for peace and hope, we remember that Jesus was born into a time of uncertainty and hardship. Yet, his arrival fulfilled ancient promises and ushered in joy for all creation.
Through powerful readings and music, we journey from the quiet hope of Bethlehem to the triumphant proclamation of God’s glory revealed to all flesh. The cantata invites us to trust in the promise fulfilled—a child named Wonderful, Counselor, Mighty God, and Prince of Peace—whose light shines in the shadows of our lives and whose joy transforms the world.
This sacred offering reflects on God’s faithfulness and reminds us that Christ’s joy is for all people, in all times and places. Through music and word, we are invited to witness again the wonder of a child born to bring peace and hope to the world. Let this cantata be a moment to pause, to reflect, and to celebrate the profound truth: “Joy to the world, the Lord is come!”
Hope, Healing, and Holy Communion
ADVENT COMMUNION FOR HOPE & HEALING
Join Pastor Cyndi, Pastor Paula, and the Stephen Ministers for Holy Communion during the Advent Season after Wednesday night supper. In this brief yet meaningful time, we’ll read scripture, light candles in prayer, and open the altar rail for those who would like someone to pray with them. We especially invite anyone who has experienced a loss this year, making it difficult to face the holiday season.
Wednesday, December 4th, 2024 6:00 p.m.
Wednesday, December 11th, 2024 6:00 p.m.
Wednesday, December 18th, 2024 6:00 p.m.
Wednesday Night Supper
There’s room at the table for you! No reservation is required.
Menu: Poppy Seed Chicken - rice - green beans - dessert and chicken nuggets for kids
Dinner is served from 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.* $6.00 per adult, $3.00 per child and $7.00 for To-Go meals
*The serving line is open from 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. for in-person or carry-out. If you can't make it before 6 o’clock, pay online before 4:00 p.m. and your order will be ready for you to pick up when you arrive. Pay Online ($7.00 per meal)
Experience Advent and Prepare for Christmas, One Text at a Time
Experience Advent and Prepare for Christmas, One Text at a Time
Looking for a simple way to keep the meaning of Advent at the center of your days? Sign up for our daily Advent texts, where each message includes a verse from the Gospel of Luke paired with a reflection or question to help you connect with the season’s hope, peace, joy, and love. All in 140 characters or less!
It’s simple to join—just text @mckpray to 81010, and you’ll begin receiving Pastor Cyndi's messages every day at noon. Let God’s word guide your journey to Christmas this year!
Decorating for Christmas at McKendree
DECORATING FOR CHRISTMAS!
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Let’s prepare the church for the season and extra guests. We want everyone to experience the joy of knowing the newborn king. All ages are invited to join in preparing the church for Advent on Sunday, November 24th after the 11:00am service. Drinks, chips and cookies will be provided, and everyone can bring their own favorite sandwich to eat before decorating starts at 12:30pm.
Decorate the Chrismon Tree in the Narthex, hang the wreaths, place the greenery, adorn the windows, prepare the advent candles, and anything else that comes our way! Lynda Norris is organizing this project so please reach out if you are interested or need more information.
The Giving Tree
2024 COMMUNITY GIVING TREE - SIGNUP IS LIVE
We are helping 31 families this year! Because the families will pick up their gifts on Saturday, December 14th, the wrapped gifts need to be at the church under the Giving Tree by Wednesday, December 11. And, because time is short, the best way to give at this point would be to donate money and Crystal and Sarah can purchase the remaining gifts. Thank you!
Look out for the tree in the Narthex after decorating day. $25 per gift limit, new items only please. Return your wrapped gifts to the church by Wednesday, December 11, with a label with the item's gift code and adult or child's age/gender. Examples: Adult: 8A1 Adult, Child: 6B2 Female age 3.
Let's share God's love by providing these families with gifts so they can have the best Christmas possible! $25 per gift limit, new items only please. If you would like to have something shipped, please include the item's gift code in the notes section. Ship to Crystal Cox, 310 Morning Glen Dr., Suwanee, GA 30024.
If you have any questions, email Crystal Cox and Sarah Brown
Go to the 2024 McKendree UMC Giving Tree Gift Donation Sign Up where you can view the list of available gifts and sign up.