WORSHIP SERIES 2025

At the request of our Northern Illinois Conference Bishop Dan Schwerin, we are making 2025 a "Year of Grace", each month we'll be following the Revised Common Lectionary, approaching the text from a particular perspective relating to grace.

January - Prevenient Grace
February - Obstacles to Grace
March - Convincing/Convicting Grace
April - Justifying Grace
May - The Means of Grace
​June - Sanctifying Grace

SPECIAL SERVICES

THURSDAY, APRIL 17, 6:00 PM
Maundy Thursday Cluster Combined Service
Location: Serena UMC, 2259 E US Route 52, Serena, IL

FRIDAY, APRIL 18, 7:00 PM
​Good Friday Service
Tenebrae: a service of shadows

EASTER SUNDAY, APRIL 20, 7:00 AM
​Pancake Worship - Fellowship Hall & Chapel
​Regular Easter worship at 9:00 AM

IN-PERSON WORSHIP

SUNDAYS, 9:00 A.M.
​First United Methodist Church offers enriching worship services that foster community, spiritual growth, and personal connections. Worshipping together allows members to engage in shared rituals like hymn singing and communion, deepening their spiritual experience and sense of belonging. The physical presence of fellow worshippers creates an atmosphere of support, where individuals find solace, share joys and struggles, and build meaningful relationships. Worship services also provide opportunities for pastoral care and guidance, fostering direct support from clergy and fellow believers. First United Methodist Church cultivates a vibrant environment where faith is strengthened, relationships flourish, and the presence of God is felt deeply.

ONLINE

POSTED SUNDAY AFTERNOONS ON YOUTUBE​
​First United Methodist Church of Ottawa extends its spiritual outreach through engaging online worship services, providing members and visitors alike with the opportunity to connect with their faith from anywhere. These digital gatherings offer a convenient platform for individuals to participate in meaningful worship experiences, access sermons, and stay connected with the church community, regardless of physical distance.