Worship on Sunday, December 10 at 9:30 a.m.

In-Person or Online

On this upcoming 2nd Sunday of Advent, we will hear the voice of one crying out in the wilderness with an important announcement. John the Baptist might seem like an unwelcome intrusion to our Christmas preparations, but could it be that his announcement is one that we need to hear? Pastor Jeremy's message is called "Waiting for the Announcement."

This Sunday, Sandy is at the piano, Elise will serve as lector, and the Sanctuary Choir will sing. We hope you can join us -- in person or online -- for a meaningful time of worship together! Download the Sunday, December 10, 2023 worship bulletin here.

Miss a Sunday?

You can watch previous worship services at the TUMC YouTube Channel.

Advent Photo Request

Pastor Jeremy invites your submissions!

What are you waiting for this Advent season? Take a snapshot that represents it.

OR

Take a photo that represents Advent waiting.

Email photos to Pastor Jeremy (jeremyhp@tigardumc.org).

Christmas Eve Candlelight Service Times

5 p.m. – Family Service

A 40 minute in-person only service for children and adults alike.

9 p.m. – Traditional Service

This in-person service will be simultaneously livestreamed at the Tigard UMC YouTube Channel.

Reverse Advent Calendar

Typically an advent calendar has you open and take something out each day (like chocolate). A reverse Advent calendar asks you to give something back each day of the season. Thanks to the TUMC Youth, reverse Advent calendars are available in the lobby of the church! Or you can download a copy of the calendar with suggestions for each day’s giving item HERE.

Here's how it works: Each day you add an item to a bag and then on Christmas Eve bring the bag with you to the Christmas Eve service. (Can't make it to the Christmas Eve service? Then you are welcome to put it in the BHOB bin in the church lobby at any time.)

The items will be donated to the food pantry at Bethlehem House of Bread. Any amount of participation will help BHOB, so whether you do one day or all the days, your donations are appreciated! Thank you for supporting BHOB!

Monday Book Group

New Book Discussion!

Starting Monday, January 8, 2024

"If God Is Love, Don't Be a Jerk: Finding a Faith That Makes Us Better Humans"

by John Pavlovitz

Mondays from 12-1 p.m.

In-person and on Zoom

Questions? Contact Pastor Jeremy (jeremyhp@tigardumc.org)

Tigard UMC Online Church Picture Directory

Did you know that Tigard UMC has an online photo directory? It's a great way to see pictures of church friends and to quickly find contact information. There is also a smartphone app that makes it easy to reach out to connect with TUMC people. To view the Tigard UMC online directory, visit Instant Church Directory If it is your first time, you will need to sign up using your email address. Questions? Contact the church office at 503-639-3181 or admin@tigardumc.org.

Playpark is OPEN!

Monday through Thursday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Playpark is now hosting Saturday birthday parties. 

Contact Karen at kareny@tigardumc.org for more information.

Thank you for supporting this Tigard UMC outreach. Please tell your friends, family and neighbors about this community resource!

Let us pray...

• For Martha Schweitz's 89 year old mother, Jo Carol Durham (health concern);
• For Sally Salamon recovering from heart surgery;
• For Kathy Graham dealing with serious health issues;
• For Dick Swanson, recovering from surgery and facing significant health concerns;
• For Penny Hodge's daughter, Whitney (health concern);
• For the people who live in conflict zones around the world, especially in Israel and the Gaza Strip.

Here's how you can give:

• Visit the church web site and click on the give link.
• Text “TUMC” (without the quote marks) to the number 833-459-8142 and you will receive a link to our church’s giving page. Make a one-time donation to the fund of your choice, or set up a recurring donation.

Questions? Contact the Church Treasurer

Do you have a notice for the weekly e-mail? Please submit your information to the church office by noon on Wednesday each week.

Open Hearts, Open Minds, Open Doors

Tigard United Methodist Church

503-639-3181