Upcoming Events at JCUMC
Wednesday Night Midweek Programming Returns
Our first J-Walkers Midweek Program of the season AND our Children’s Choirs kick off on Wednesday, Aug 13th, with Cherub, Joyful Noise, and Alleluia Choirs and "Pizza and Playground" time for our J-Walkers (K-5th graders).
For our first session on Aug 13th, after dinner, Dr. Meg and Pastor Tiffany ask that all children be accompanied by at least one parent to an opening meeting where they go over the calendar, classroom expectations, and what’s going to be happening for the next year. This is a one-time thing for this first meetup.
3rd Grade Bibles Sunday
Calling All 3rd Graders! We will be presenting Bibles to our 3rd graders (and those in 4th and 5th grades who missed receiving a Bible in the past) on Sunday, Aug. 17th at our 11am Traditional Service. If you have not received an email from Tiffany asking about your 3rd grader’s information and confirming the spelling of their name, OR if you have a 4th or 5th grader who has not yet received a Bible, please email Tiffany at tmcclure@johnscreekumc.org.
Rise Against Hunger Packing Event
Rise Against Hunger is growing a global movement to end hunger by empowering communities, nourishing lives and responding to emergencies.
We are participating as a host for the upcoming Rise Against Hunger meal packaging event at Johns Creek UMC to support the movement to end hunger.
This year we are trying to collect $40,000 and do 95,000+ meals. You can donate and/or sign up for a shift for meal packing using the link below.
1 Corinthians Bible Study
1 Corinthians: Being the Body of Christ in a Complex World
What does it mean to be the church when the world is messy, and so are we?
Join Pastor Jennifer this September on Wednesday nights at 6:00 pm or Thursday mornings at 10 am for a 4-week study on Paul's first letter to the Church in Corinth. Together, we’ll explore how this early Christian community navigated conflict, culture, and the call to be the Body of Christ.
A zoom option will be available if needed.
Fall Consignment Sale
The United Women in Faith are excited to welcome you back to the Fall Consignment Sale, and invite you to participate by selling, volunteering, and shopping!
UMM Christopher Carlton Memorial Golf Event
We would be honored if you could join us on the golf course for a day of fun and fellowship. We are supporting 2 charities this year, The Will-to-Live (WTL) Foundation and the North Fulton Community Charities (NFCC). For WTL, our proceeds will create yearly college scholarships that will be named the Christopher Carlton Life Teammate Award and for NFCC, our proceeds will be used to support area families and their needs with food, clothing, shelter, and finances.
Open to men, women, and teen golfers so, ping your golfing buddies and register as a 4some (early bird special provided), 2some, or a single to secure your spot in this year’s Event. And we have added more ways for you to support the Event with individual, family, and company sponsorships available.
Discovery Luncheon
Discover more about Johns Creek UMC at our next Discovery Luncheon on Sunday, September 21st. This luncheon will immediately follow the 11 o'clock worship service in the Gathering Room. This is an opportunity for those who are new to Johns Creek UMC to learn more about our church programs, missions, and vision. Join us for lunch, meet church leaders, and make new friends.
Sketch, Paint, & Contemplate
Join artist and Soul Sister Teacher, Jill Morris, for Sketch, Paint, & Contemplate: A Step-by-Step Creative Guide to Help Reduce Stress and Focus on the NOW. This peaceful, beginner-friendly workshop uses simple sketching and painting techniques to quiet the mind, awaken awareness, and nurture the soul. The workshop will be on Sunday, September 21, 2025, in the Gathering Room. All supplies are provided. Guests are asked to bring an appetizer to share. Open to women of all ages. Childcare is available upon request with a deadline of September 7th. Registration information will be shared closer to the event.
EPiC! Dance
EPiC! is a low-sensory, community-focused ministry that offers social activities for exceptional teens and adults that may have special needs or difficulties in typical social situations. Registration and volunteer information coming soon!
Youth and Parent Meeting
Youth and Parent Meeting 5:30 to 7:30 pm in the Worship Life Center. This will be a time of learning about Youth Ministry and Youth Music Ministry at Johns Creek UMC. We will be handing out information, including the important dates for the 2025-2026 school year. There will also be time to hear from Ashley Bohnic, a Generation Alpha expert. Dinner will be provided. While the parents are meeting, the youth will be playing on the 3rd floor or outside, depending on the weather.
Chancel Choir Rehearsal
The Chancel Choir is open to adult singers of all levels, though some music reading ability is helpful. All singers who wish to create music with others to glorify God are welcome. This choir primarily leads worship at the 11:00 am Traditional Worship Service on Sunday mornings. We rehearse on Wednesday evenings, 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm. The Chancel Choir also performs in concerts and special services throughout the year. You can join by attending any of our regularly scheduled rehearsals. Contact Meg Gurtcheff for more information.
Wesley Heritage Tour Information Meeting
Wesley Heritage Tour to England —March 11-19, 2026
Join Max and Kristen Vincent, along with Bishop Robin Dease, on a pilgrimage to England to some of the early places that marked the life of John Wesley and the spread of early Methodism in England. You will see Coventry Cathedral, Epworth, Memorial Church, St. Andrews Church, Cotswolds, Stratford, Ox-ford, Bristol, Bath, City Road Chapel, Aldersgate Street, Buckingham Palace, and much more! For more information you are invited to attend the information meeting on August 6th at 6:30 pm in the Gathering Room.
Blessing of the Backpacks
Sunday, August 3rd, at both the 9:45 & 11:00 am worship services, we will be blessing backpacks as kids and teachers prepare for another school year. Families are asked to bring their book bags and backpacks to worship as we invoke God's guidance and protection for students, teachers, and the entire school community as they embark on a new academic year.
July Book Club
Summer Book Club
Join us for Summer Book Club on the last Sunday of each month at 4:00 PM in Room 200. Each month we'll read a different book from authors ready to help us see our faith in new ways. Come prepared to share your thoughts, ask questions, and enjoy community. All are welcome—whether you’ve read every page or simply want to listen in. Click on the book titles below to order your books today!
July's book: Life Together by Dietrich Bonhoeffer
Family Movie Night
Summer Family Movie Night – Christmas in July Edition!
Beat the heat and join us for a cool and cozy Family Movie Night — all the fun of summer, with air-conditioning included!
Date: July 18th
Time: 6:30 pm
Location: Worship Life Center
We’ll have The Muppet Christmas Carol, comfy seating, and plenty of popcorn to go around. Bring your favorite blanket, wear your comfiest pajamas (if you’d like!), and settle in for a night of fun, laughs, and quality time together. We will have popcorn and water--if you would like to bring some snacks of your own, you are welcome to.
Let’s make summer memories without breaking a sweat!
EPiC! Sundae Party
You’re Invited to an EPiC! Ice Cream Sundae Party
Get ready to sprinkle some fun into your summer!
Join us for a deliciously cool Ice Cream Sundae Party—because nothing says summer like ice cream with all the toppings! Join us on Sunday, July 13th at 2 pm to enjoy ice cream together.
Summer Choir
All singers are invited to sing in the Summer Choir throughout July. We will gather at 10:25 am in the Sanctuary, learn the anthem for the day, and then lead the 11 o’clock worship service. ALL experience and ability levels are welcome!
Join Together July
In July, all adults are invited to join together for Sunday School in the Gathering Room from 9:45 am to 10:45 am. It is a great time of fellowship and learning. Each Sunday in July we will bring our Sunday School Classes together in the Gathering Room. All studies are independent of one another, and there is no need to sign up in advance. If you have never joined a class, this is a great introduction to Sunday School and an opportunity to meet other adults.
June Book Club
Summer Book Club
Join us for Summer Book Club on the last Sunday of each month at 4:00 PM in Room 200. Each month we'll read a different book from authors ready to help us see our faith in new ways. Come prepared to share your thoughts, ask questions, and enjoy community. All are welcome—whether you’ve read every page or simply want to listen in. Click on the book titles below to order your books today!
June's book: Take This Bread by Sara Miles
2025 Vacation Bible School
Registration is closed for this event.
Does your child want to know what it means to "be strong in the Lord and in the strength of His Power"? (Ephesians 6:10)
Does your child want to spend a week this summer with a sneezing frost dragon and a unicorn knight who is a little...confused while going on a quest to find the armor of God with over a hundred of their closest friends: making crafts, exploring science experiments, immersing themselves in interactive Bible stories, enjoying snacks and lunch together, and playing games with a purpose?
If so, then they are invited to be a Knight of North Castle this summer at our 2025 Vacation Bible School, taking place June 23-June 27 from 9am-1pm.
Donuts With Dads
Sunday, June 15th, is Father's Day, and we will be having "Donuts With Dads" during our Sunday School hour in the Gathering Room from 9:45 am-10:45 am. This event is for all children and fathers and father-like figures in their lives. Everyone is welcome. This pre-empts our regular Sunday School program so we can share sugar with all the children and their parents.
Prayer Workshop
"Prayer is the breath of our spiritual life” – Johns Wesley
In prayer we spend time with God. Prayer is the channel of communication between God and us. Prayer strengthens our relationship with God and increases our faith. There are ancient and modern prayer practices. From centering prayer to praying in color to praying with prayer beads there are many ways to pray. Join Pastor Pam for a three-week exploration of and engagement with a variety of prayer practices. Kristen Vincent will lead the pray bead session. We get to be contemplative and creative.
The dates are Wednesdays May 14th, May 21 and May 28th at 6:00 p.m. and Thursdays May 15th, May 22nd and May 29th at 10:00 a.m.
Due to the hands-on nature of this study, a Zoom option will not be available.
May EPiC Dance
We are so excited to have your Exceptional Person join us for our next EPiC Dance on Friday, May 9th from 6:00-7:30 pm. It is going to be a great night of dancing, snacks, crafts and fun!
VBS Volunteer Orientation
Our VBS Volunteer Orientation will take place on Sunday, May 4th from 12pm-2pm in the Children’s Chapel. This is when you give us your t-shirt size (and get to see our new logo), learn all about the week, discuss how everything will be set up, and work on our amazing song and dance numbers! Please note this is a change from the original date of April 27—we had to switch due to scheduling conflicts. We also have an AWESOME option for lunch this day as the Methodist Men will be making BBQ and we are totally invited! Please note: if you are a VBS Volunteer, your lunch is already taken care of at the BBQ. Just CLICK HERE to order your food.
UMM BBQ
Sunday, May 4th, after the 11 o'clock worship service, the United Methodist Men will be hosting a BBQ lunch to raise funds for the Youth program. They will be serving pulled pork, coleslaw, chips, hot dogs, and drinks in the Worship Life Center. There will also be pints of pulled pork available to go. This event is free to attend. The suggested donation is $10 per meal. Be sure to RSVP or place your order ahead of time.
Senior Recognition Sunday
Join us this Sunday for Youth and Senior Recognition Sunday. Our youth will be leading us in all aspects of worship at both services through music, liturgy, and service. We will hear from our graduating seniors. We will also be recognizing the Class of 2025 and praying over the next steps of their journeys. We hope you will join us in worship for this special day.
Easter Sunday
Sunday, April 20 - Easter Sunday
Join us as we celebrate the resurrection with vibrant flowers, grand music, and heartfelt “alleluias.” Everyone is invited to bring flowers from their gardens to add to the Flower Cross on the north yard (near the sanctuary). Modern worship with our Adult Praise Band at 9:45am in the Worship Life Center. Traditional worship with Chancel Choir, Orchestra, and Organ at 11:00am in the Sanctuary. Rev. Max Vincent will be preaching.
Easter Eggstravaganza
The Easter Eggstravaganza will be on the soccer field on Saturday, April 19th from 1-3 pm. We will have a HUGE Easter egg hunt, games, food, crafts, and bounce houses. This event is open to ALL. Come out and enjoy the festivities.
Good Friday Service
Friday, April 18 - Good Friday
A service of scripture readings, stripping of the altar and music. The JCUMC Chancel Choir, Chamber Orchestra, and soloists will present the John Rutter Requiem, a profound musical work which combines traditional Latin Requiem texts with English prayers and translations of scripture from the Book of Common Prayer. This seven-movement work will be interspersed with scripture readings as we reflect on Christ’s final hours. This service will be held from 7:00-8:15pm in the sanctuary.
Maundy Thursday Service
Thursday, April 17 - Maundy Thursday
A service of communion, prayers, and homily, as we remember the Last Supper. We will conclude the service with prayer stations and optional foot-washing. This contemplative service will be held in the Gathering Room from 7:00-8:00pm. Pastor Tiffany McClure will be preaching.
March Discovery Luncheon
Discover more about Johns Creek UMC at our next Discovery Luncheon on Sunday, April 6th. This luncheon will immediately follow the 11 o'clock worship service in the Gathering Room. This is an opportunity for those who are new to Johns Creek UMC to learn more about our church programs, missions, and vision. Join us for lunch, meet church leaders, and make new friends.
Spring Consignment Sale
The United Women in Faith are excited to welcome you back to the Spring Consignment Sale, and invite you to participate by selling, volunteering, and shopping!
Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper
Join us for a church-wide Pancake Supper on Tuesday, March 4 from 5:30-7:30! Come celebrate Shrove Tuesday/Mardi Gras with this come-and-go pancake dinner! All proceeds will go to our Youth Choir tour to Charlotte, NC.
Youth Trivia Night
Trivia night is a fundraising event held each year where guests form teams and compete against each other for prizes. Funds from this event will go to support the Youth program at JCUMC.