Resting
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Resting

From the very beginning, the Bible tells us that after creating the heavens and the earth, God rested on the seventh day. This is a detail we often rush past, but it holds a beautiful truth. Pastor Edgardo Peña, once pointed out that the very last thing God created was the human being, and immediately after came God’s rest. What if this means that the rest of God is not an empty silence or a distance from creation. Rather, God's rest happens with us present. In other words, we are God’s rest.
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Standing Together in Mercy and Peace
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Standing Together in Mercy and Peace

Yesterday, August 27, 2025, we received the heartbreaking news of a shooting at a school in Minneapolis. Our prayers and our hearts go out to the victims, to their families, to the teachers and students, and to the entire community shaken by this act of violence.
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My Children Don’t Want to Follow Jesus
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My Children Don’t Want to Follow Jesus

Not a few cases exist where a son or daughter, at a young age, despite the principles received at home, decides not to embrace the Christian faith or stay under their family values. This can bring great disappointment to parents, who carry on their shoulders a pain that finally leads them to ask themselves, What did we do wrong?
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Come one come all!!!
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Come one come all!!!

Come out for a day of shopping in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere with over 20 vendors selling a wide variety of products and crafts. Try our Homemade delicious breakfast sandwiches and homemade baked goods!
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Heart Seeds #3 August In the Garden
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Heart Seeds #3 August In the Garden

A cherished old hymn rang out in song yesterday morning in our precious country church in Groveville. Hearts were stirred and memories kindled as we raised our voices. “And He walks with me and He talks with me and He tells me I am His own. And the JOY we share as we tarry there none other has ever known.“
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Spiritual Maturity
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Spiritual Maturity

We continue our series on spiritual maturity, focusing on how it relates to leadership and service in the church. Interestingly, in our context, maturity is often mistaken for longevity in the church, holding important titles, or having theological knowledge. Some believers, especially those with influence, seek recognition through power or title roles like pastor, prophet, or leader. But this mindset promotes a culture of status rather than service.
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Winning arguments, losing relationships
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Winning arguments, losing relationships

Sadly, conflicts and divisions within our own church communities have become all too common. Differences in opinion, leadership styles, priorities, or even personality clashes often lead to misunderstandings, gossip, and even verbal harm. These struggles are not new. They echo the tensions we see in the earliest Christian communities, where new believers wrestled with how to follow Jesus in the midst of diverse backgrounds and expectations.
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Creativity, Canoas, and Parting Oceans
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Creativity, Canoas, and Parting Oceans

One of the things I admire most about God is how creative God is. Remember the story of the Israelites escaping Egypt? Pharaoh’s army was chasing them, and right in front of them was the sea. They didn’t have ships. They didn’t even have a single canoa. Still, God didn’t say, “Sorry, there’s no way forward.” Instead, God opened the sea itself. Yes, the sea! That always makes me smile. God doesn’t need a boat when there’s imagination and power at work.
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Supporting The Church By The Bay
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Supporting The Church By The Bay

Our trailer is now packed with clothing, shoes, blankets, and hundreds of food and personal care blessing bags, all ready to be distributed to families in need, individuals experiencing homelessness, and veterans, thanks to a partnership with The Church By The Bay. We are deeply grateful to everyone who donated and helped load the trailer, making this act of love and support possible.
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Backpacks, Blessing Bags, and Big Thanks
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Backpacks, Blessing Bags, and Big Thanks

I’m happy to share that Groveville UMS has already packed our Blessing Bags! Thank you to everyone who helped, donated, or prayed. That’s what church is all about. When we come together and each do our part, good things happen.
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A New Beginning at Groveville
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A New Beginning at Groveville

I write to you with a heart full of gratitude and hope as I begin this new chapter of ministry with you here at Groveville United Methodist Church. I want to take a moment to thank Bishop Cynthia Moore-Koikoi, DS Ronell Howard, and the leadership of our Annual Conference for appointing me to serve this beautiful and faithful community. It is truly an honor and a joy to join you on this journey of faith.
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On-Line Service
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On-Line Service

We invite you to worship with us wherever you are. Our Sunday service is livestreamed at 11:30 AM each week. If we are currently live, you can join the service now. If not, you are welcome to watch our most recent service. Click here
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You are welcome here
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You are welcome here

Groveville is a United Methodist community of faith that was established in 1836. We are just beggars who have found bread telling others where they might be fed. The most important part of our mission is to share God’s love with you!
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