Sunday Services

Worship Service*
8:30 a.m.

Worship Service*
10:00 a.m.

Sunday School
10:00 a.m.

*Child care
available

Welcome to Mesa Verde United Methodist Church!

Thanks for visiting us online.

We are a caring and accepting family of seekers, believers, and doubters. We are united in knowing we love one another and that God loves us. We welcome everyone—those with questions, those looking for a spiritual home, and those with faith stories to tell. We believe in growing in grace, having fellowship and fun, and in making a difference in the world.

Mark Your Calendar!

Feb. 1 - Hospitality Kitchen, 11:00 am-1:00 pm, Meet in Kitchen/Fellowship Hall

Feb. 10-12 - Winter Camp, Wrightwood

Feb. 10 - Brown Bag Program, 1-3 pm, Fellowship Hall

Feb. 11 - UMW Brunch, 9:30 am-Noon, Fellowship Hall

Feb. 19 - Youth Car Wash, 11:15 am-1:00 pm, Church Parking Lot

Feb. 20 - Office closed for President's Day

Feb. 24 - Brown Bag Program, 1-3 pm, Fellowship Hall

Feb. 26 - Homeless Consortium of Churches Speaker - Sanctuary

*For more information on these events, go to our Upcoming Events page.

 In the Know

Winter Camp Gear

Just a reminder that the church has a couple of tubs full of winter outerwear, including ski jackets, gloves, hats, and boots. If you would like to borrow something, contact Barb Infranca.

See a Problem on Campus? Let Us Know!

Does a faucet fail to shut off? Does a door stick or refuse to lock? Is there a stain on one of the carpets? Are light bulbs burned out? Trustees are responsible for campus maintenance, but they don't always see the problem. And catching them on patio after service or at the grocery store not mean they will remember to follow up later. Jot it down on a piece of paper and stick it in the mailbox labeled Trustees in the fellowship hall. The sooner we resolve problems, the less it costs in the long run. Thank  you!

Adult Work Team Options

As a result of one of our Dreaming Sunday discussions, we decided we wanted to be more involved in our community.  There was a brochure that was distributed at the June 26 worship services. You can get a pdf version of it here. 

Mesa Verde UMC is honored to be part of Second Harvest's Brown Bag program. It is open to seniors 60 and over whose income does not exceed $1,354/mo. per person or $1,821/mo. per couple. There is no charge. Qualified participants may participate in other food programs, as well. See the calendar above for dates of distribution.

We need greeters at both services. Please sign up today. The form is on the bulletin board on the patio.

We are a Stephen Ministry church. For more information, click here.

What's Hot

The first of this year's fun raisers for the Youth Work Team trip is under way! Have your car made spotless inside and out Feb. 19, after second sesrvice. Proceeds will go towards getting the youth to Susanville, CA, in July and back again. Come, help them make that happen! For more information, contact Shannon Cavanaugh or the church office.
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What's New

February in California means itching to get into the garden and knowing the season is not quite here. But that doesn't mean you can't use the time to plan! Mesa Verde UMW's February 11 potluck brunch scratches that itch with a program called, "Spring Gardening," and features UCI Master Gardener Tom Farrell. For more information, contact Barbara Stewart.
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What's Doing

Becks Heyhoe, a speaker for the Homeless Consortium of Churches (of which we are a member), will bring us up to date on what's being done to help the homeless in Costa Mesa, what still needs to be done, and how the city, with help from organizations like this, are making it happen.  This is a real opportunity for our church to be in mission with those who truly need our help in our own backyard. For more information, contact Susan Shaw.
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What's Up

Feb. 10-12 is Winter Camp time again at Camp Wrightwood! Designed for all ages, there’s something for everyone: games, story telling, the infamous talent show, hiking, fellowship and the beauty of the Wrightwood Camp. Join us for the weekend or just for a day It’s a ton of fun and an affordable weekend get-away! Money is due Jan. 8. For details on costs, click here. Contact Barb Infranca or the church office by Jan. 8 for more information.

What Else

The Churches Consortium Costa Mesa is holding a prayer breakfast Feb. 23, at 8:30 am. If you're interested in attending, see Susan Shaw.

Joint Cal-Pac Conference United Methodist Women Mid-Winter Event will be held Feb. 18, at Bell Memorial UMC. For details, contact Mary Renner or Sheryl Cooley.

What's Ahead

Mar. 4 - All Church Potluck, 11:30 am-1:00 pm

Mar. 12 - Santa Ana District Mission Study on Haiti, 9 am-2 pm

Mar. 17 - United Methodist Women Birthday Luncheon, 11:30 am-2 pm