Worship God as an Acolyte We invite all third graders and up to join our Acolyte Program. This is a wonderful way to become more engaged in service and grow deeper in faith. The training is August 25, 12:00-2:00 pm. All returning 4th and 5th graders should attend also. A …
The new school year is a chance for children to make new friends, learn with new teachers and grow in their education, responsibility and personal leadership. Many children and youth are nervous – new schools, faces and routines can be difficult to accept. We urge you to pray with your …
At Mandarin UMC, we seek to engage our children and youth through a variety of different activities focused on growing their relationship with Jesus, as well as each other. FUN things that children enjoy and look forward to, both during the school year and beyond. Our Junior Youth have had …
This summer’s sermon series will focus on classic works from children’s literature – how the messages shape our lives and are applicable to our relationship with God and the Gospels. July 21 – Where the Wild Things Are, Maurice Sendak July 28 – Winnie the Pooh, A.A. Milne August 4 …
On Sunday, June 23, join us in the Sanctuary at 9:45 am for a presentation by Lewis Turner. All are welcome. Lewis had the blessing of sharing in this celebration and meeting people from Jacksonville who experienced D-Day 75 years ago. We will begin at 9:45 on June 23rd with …
On Father’s Day, we are collecting new (in the package) underwear and socks for persons who are homeless in Jacksonville, in partnership with the Downtown Ecumenical Service Council (DESC). You may bring money in an envelope marked “underwear” or you may purchase items needed. Most needed are: white men’s socks …
The Florida Annual Conference is sending a team to Angola and they are in great need of newborn kits. If you, your family, your class or small group can help, follow these directions and then drop off your kit at the church office by July 15. Please note, follow directions …
On June 2, we celebrated our graduates who completed their studies at different high schools in our area. We enjoyed praying with them at the 11 am Traditional Service, then a social Sunday evening, with stories and videos. We have watched them grow with God during their years here at …
Did you know our Sunday messages are uploaded each week to the website so you can listen, if you were unable to attend? Or, if you want to share it with someone else? Both Traditional and Connection sermons are included on the page. Simply click on this link and select …
Every summer, a group of approximately 50 Mandarin UMC students head down to Vero Beach, FL to share the joy of Jesus’s love with local children. They do this by organizing a Vacation Bible School specifically for the kids in the area. Students read Bible stories, participate in recreation activities, …
