What’s Next
Next Steps at WMSUMC
Sun Oct 18 10am / 2nd Floor Conf Room
Join Pastor Otto and Pastor Jeremy to learn more about our mission, values, opportunities to connect, and what it means to become a member. Whether you’re exploring faith, new to our church, or looking for a church home, this is a great place to start. We hope you’ll join us. Please RSVP by emailing info@westmarketchurch.org
Join Us on Sundays
Sun 10am Room 302D
That New Group is in a six-week study (begins Sun, Oct 18) on the book Better Ways to Read the Bible: Transforming a Weapon of Harm into a Tool of Healing by Zach W. Lambert. The last session of this study will be Sunday, November 22. No pre-reading is required. Join us!
Sisters in the Spirit
Thursdays 10-11am / Rm 412
Join Sisters in the Spirit for a book discussion of Theo of Golden by Allen Levi. Come enjoy engaging conversation, shared insights, and fellowship as we explore this compelling novel together. This book discussion concludes on Oct. 8.
ECC Enrollment
Register Online or Contact Us to Schedule A Visit
Enrollment is now open for the 2026–2027 school year! Discover a place where children are nurtured, encouraged, and inspired to grow in learning and faith. Contact us at 336-378-6093 or visit our website to learn more or schedule a visit.
Be a Part of An Adult Group
Adult Groups & Formation Classes
There’s a place for you to belong, grow, and follow Jesus alongside others. Whether you’re looking for a group that fits your faith journey, stage of life, passion for mission, or personal interests, simply contact Addie at info@westmarketchurch.org and she’ll help find the right group for you!
New Art Exhibit at West Market Street
The Gallery Beside the Church Library
Preston Cox, a self-taught artist, creates colorful, expressive landscapes and abstract compositions drawn from extensive travels throughout the Southeast. Commissioned and exhibited pieces are in galleries statewide. On display through mid-November, this is the second in the Three of Our Own exhibits, a series of three exhibits that feature the works of talented church members.
Children's Faith Formation
Sundays at 10am / Pre-K thru 5th Graders
Our Fall rhythm kicks off today at 10am and we hope you can join us! Each week, PreK-2nd grade experience God through Bible stories, art, games, movement, and prayer in Room 304D, 3rd-5th grade connect faith to our lives in meaningful and exciting ways in Room 304B, and our littlest ones gather in the the Nursery (Room 224) for Bible stories and play! Questions? Contact Rachel at rachel@westmarketchurch.org.
Third Thursdays at LeBauer Park
Thurs Oct 15 5:30-7:30pm / LeBauer Park
Third Thursdays continue with an evening of fellowship and connection! Join us anytime between 5:30pm and 7:30pm at LeBauer Park, 208 N Davie St., Greensboro, for food, fun, and good company.
Rise Against Hunger Food Packing Event
Sun Oct 11 3:15-5:30pm / Volunteers Needed
Be a part of the WMSUMC volunteer team to help us package 45,000 meals to fight global hunger! Volunteers are also encouraged to bring a canned good for Greensboro Urban Ministry. We're partnering with Christ UMC and our own Mission Engagement team has made a donation on behalf of the church to make a difference with Rise Against Hunger in the fight against hunger!
Location: Christ UMC Gym at 410 N Holden Road
GUM Fall Food Drive
Sat Oct 24 / Food Lion on Fleming Rd
Volunteers are needed to collect food for the Greensboro Urban Ministry Food Pantry on Saturday, October 24, at Food Lion at 2217 Fleming Road in Greensboro. We will be working in 1.5 hour shifts from 8:30am until 5:30pm.
As we approach the winter months, the demand is even greater than normal on the food bank. If you can help, please sign up through the button below.
Community Trunk or Treat
Sun Oct 25 4-5:30pm / ECC Parking Lot
Families are invited to come to this FREE downtown event! The Early Childhood Center parking lot (312 W Friendly Ave.) will be filled with decorated trunks for kids to "trunk-or-treat" and play games. Plus: we’ll have even more trunk-or-treating and a sensory friendly area next door on the corner of Eugene & Sternberger. The Eugene Parking Deck (use the Bellemeade Street entrance) and most street parking is free on Sundays, so find a spot and join us in your costumes for all the fun!
Can You Host a Trunk? We’d love your support! Can you host a trunk? Sign up through the button below.
Candy Donations Needed. Can you be a blessing and donate candy? Place it in the marked bins or order from our Amazon wishlist.
JOY Fellowship Visit to the Billy Graham Library
Mon Oct 26 9:30am-4:30pm
Join the JOY Fellowship for a day trip to the Billy Graham Library! Enjoy time together exploring the library and grounds. The bus departs the church at 9:30am and returns around 4:30pm. Sign up through the button below.
Wednesday Night Supper
Wed Oct 28 5:30pm / Fellowship Hall
Join us for a cozy fall fellowship dinner featuring a variety of soups, grilled cheese sandwiches, and fall cupcakes! Please RSVP through the button below so we can prepare enough food for everyone.
Collecting Items for College Food Pantries
The meal is free, but we’ll be collecting donations at dinner to support our local college food pantries.
Most-needed items include:
+ Snacks and nuts
+ Flour and sugar
+ Sauce
+ Ramen
+ Seasonings
+ Cereal boxes
+ Cooking oil
+ Toiletries and tooth brushes
+ Microwave meals
+ Juice
+ Pasta and pasta sauce
+ Oatmeal
+ Canned fish
+ Canned soup
+ Macaroni and cheese
+ Shelf-stable milk
Halloween Organ Concert
Thurs Oct 29 7pm / Sanctuary
Enjoy a concert loaded with spooky organ music, including famous and beloved pieces (Bach’s Toccata and Fugue in D Minor!). Presented by West Market Street UMC organist Dreama Lovitt, Winston-Salem organist Matthew Bacon, and more!
Free admission, but non-perishable food donations for local college food pantries are encouraged. Parking is available on the street and in the Commerce Place lot behind the church.
Confirmation for Youth
DURING LENT 2027
In the United Methodist Church, Confirmation is an important step when baptized students publicly affirm their faith, embrace their baptismal vows, and become professing members of the church.
At WMSUMC, Confirmation is an 8-week journey of learning, conversation, and spiritual growth offered each year. Our next class begins during Lent 2027, with Confirmation celebrated during the Easter season. For more information or questions, contact Paul Collins at info@westmarketchurch.org.
Families SERVE
Sun Oct 11 4-6:30pm / GUM Pathways Center
Children and their families are invited to Greensboro Urban Ministries Pathways Center (a transitional housing community for families). We’ll serve and enjoy a meal with residents and share in fellowship together! If you’d like to carpool, please meet at the church at 4pm. We’ll return around 6:30pm. If you’d like to provide your own transportation, please meet at the Pathways Center parking lot at 4:15pm. We’ll finish up around 6:15pm. Note: PreK-5th grade parents are asked to attend with their children.
Youth DC Summer Mission Experience Forum
SUN OCT 4 10AM IN THE LOFT (4TH FLOOR)
All members of the congregation are invited to a presentation by the youth about their powerful recent mission experience to Washington, D.C. We encourage you all to come and support our wonderful youth.
Youth Lock-In
SAT 6PM-SUN 11AM OCT 17-18
Join us for the Youth Lock-In, Saturday, October 17, at 6pm to Sunday, October 18, at 11am. Join us for a fun-filled night of games, arts & crafts, a movie, and lots of fellowship in the LOFT. Register by Wednesday, October 14.
Voting Rights, Politics, and the Church
WED SEPT 23 5:30-7PM DINNER PROVIDED / FELLOWSHIP HALL
Join us for dinner and a timely conversation about the church’s role in voting rights and the work of building a more just and engaged community.
Our three guest speakers include:
Rev. Frank Dew, President of the NC Council of Churches
Rev. Dr. Otto Harris III, Board Member of the United Methodist Church’s Church and Society
Rev. Julie Peeples, Community Social Justice Advocate
Our speakers will share their perspectives and help lead us in a thoughtful conversation, with time for questions and discussion.
Please RSVP for dinner and consider volunteering to help prepare, serve, or clean up after the meal.
Youth Group at Celebration Station
Sun Sept 20 1-5pm
Youth are invited to meet at Celebration Station for an afternoon of games and fellowship. Please bring money for snacks and games. Let’s have an afternoon of fun! Join us. Located at 4315 Big Tree Way in Greensboro. Questions? Contact Paul at paul@westmarketchurch.org.
Grief Support Group
WED SEPT 30 5:30-6:45PM / LEAK CHAPEL
Join us for support, healing, and hope through seasons of loss and grief. Sessions will be led by Rev. Jill Alventosa-Brown. For more information, email info@westmarketchurch.org.
GUM Steps of Hope Walk / 5k & Family Friendly Route
SUN SEPT 13 / BARBER PARK
Join West Market Street UMC in supporting Greensboro Urban Ministry's inaugural Steps of Hope Walk and help make a difference in our community! Choose between a 5K walk or a shorter, family-friendly route as we come together to support neighbors experiencing food insecurity and homelessness.
Event Schedule:
+ 1:30pm Registration & Entertainment
+ 2:15pm Pre-Walk Ceremony
+ 2:30pm Walk Begins
100% of the funds raised stay local, supporting Greensboro Urban Ministry's food pantries, emergency shelters, and client services. Bring your family, invite your friends, and join WMSUMC in taking steps to bring hope to our community!
Register below and be sure to be a part of the “West Market Street UMC team”.
For more information, contact Paul Collins at info@westmarketchurch.org.
Bible Presentation for Kindergartens & 3rd Graders
SUN SEPT 27 9am & 11am / K & 3RD GRADERS
We can't wait to celebrate with our Kindergartners and 3rd Graders as they receive new Bibles in worship on Sept 27th! If you’d like for your child to receive a new Bible, please RSVP through the button below no later than September 20th.
United Methodists at GSO Pride Festival
SAT SEPT 12 / 11AM-7PM / DOWNTOWN
The United Methodist Church in the Northern Piedmont District will once again gather at the Greensboro Pride Festival on Saturday, September 12, offering a loving and peaceful presence. West Market Street UMC will be participating in and supporting this effort to build beloved community from the heart of downtown Greensboro. Stop by the booth on Church Street, across from the Church Street Parking Deck, or consider signing up to help staff the booth and be part of this meaningful effort to share God's love.
More? For more information, contact Pastor Jeremy at info@westmarketchurch.org.
Family Brunch
SUN AUG 30 10AM / YOUTH LOFT 4TH FLOOR / RSVP
To kickoff a new school year, all children, youth, and their parents/families are invited to gather together for food, fellowship, shared moments with God, and information about ways to connect this Fall!
Breakfast is provided. We'll meet in the Youth Loft on the 4th Floor at 10am on Sunday, August 30. Feel free to invite a friend!
Please RSVP thru the button below by Friday, August 28.
Children & Youth will participate alongside their parents. Children will have a breakout group just for them for a portion of our time together. If desired, younger children are welcome to enjoy activities in the Nursery (Rm 224).
Questions? Contact Rachel or Paul at info@westmarketchurch.org
Back to School Blessing
SUN AUG 30 9 & 11AM / BRUNCH AT 10AM
Bring your school backpack, books, planner, and other symbols of education to the 9am Modern Service in the Fellowship Hall or the 11am Traditional Service in the Sanctuary. We’ll pray for students and educators, offer a small gift, and share a special blessing as we begin the new school year!
All children, youth, and their parents/families are invited to gather together for food, fellowship, shared moments with God, and information about ways to connect this Fall!
Breakfast is provided. We'll meet in the Youth Loft on the 4th Floor at 10am on Sunday, August 30. Please RSVP below by Friday, August 28. Feel free to invite a friend!
One Service Sunday
SUN AUG 23 ONE SERVICE 10AM SANCTUARY / CATERED BRUNCH
Join us as the entire WMSUMC family gathers for one special worship service in the Sanctuary. Following worship, we will gather together for brunch in the Fellowship Hall. We’ll also share service learning projects in three areas of Missional Engagement focus: Food Insecurity, Affordable Housing, and Immigrant and Refugee support.
Please RSVP so we can plan for food and refreshments. Also, please indi
Koinonia Class in August
SUNDAYS IN AUG AT 10AM / ROOM 413
Join the Koinonia Class each Sunday in August for Americans Who Shaped Christianity, a thought-provoking series led by Sandie Gravett, longtime Appalachian State University professor of religious studies. Attend in person or on Zoom. For the Zoom link, contact Gayle Fripp at gvhfripp@gmail.com.
Vacation Bible School 2026
JUNE 29-JULY 2 9AM-12PM (1PM EXTENDED PICKUP)
Our 2026 theme is Passport to Peace! Join us as we travel the world as peacemakers! Through Bible stories, art, service, music, games, snacks, and more, we will explore peace that comes from remembering God’s love for us and peace that shares God’s love with others.
Go SERVE
MON JUNE 15-WED JUNE 17 / 8:30AM-3:30PM
Start off the summer with a local mission experience for rising 3rd-6th graders! Each day we will have field trips to local service organizations as we seek to be a part of God’s work in the world. Capacity for Go SERVE is 25 participants. Registration is first-come, first-serve. There is no cost! Sign up through the button below.
Questions? Contact Rachel at rachel@westmarketchurch.org.
End of the Year Celebration!
SUN MAY 31 / 4-6PM ON THE CHURCH ROOF
We hope you can join us as we celebrate the end of the school year! We'll enjoy a meal, fellowship, games, and time to give thanks for all that God has done among the children, youth, and families of WMSUMC! Please RSVP by May 28.
Social Justice & Advocacy Study in May
WED MAY 27 AT 5:30PM / GATHERING SPACE
Join us for the final gathering in our study of the United Methodist Council of Bishops’ Building Beloved Community: The Courage to Love in the Face of Tyranny, as the Social Justice and Advocacy group continues to explore how we “accept the freedom and power God gives us to resist evil, injustice, and oppression in whatever forms they present themselves.” The final meeting in this series will take place at 5:30pm on Wednesday, May 27, in the Gathering Space. It is not too late to join and learn more!