Sundays at Wildwood UMC

Every act of trust, obedience, and grace moves us toward freedom. This Lent, ask yourself: How is God shaping, freeing, and calling me right now?

40 Days: A Lenten Journey Through Exodus

40 Days: A Lenten Journey Through Exodus

Redeeming Love: God at Work in the Ordinary

Ice Storm Service

We are Wildwood: Rooted in Grace & Reaching in Love

Christmas Eve

Keep Watch, Take Heart: Prophecy & Promise in Advent

Eliminating the hurry to embrace new rhythms of work and rest.

Gratitude is the heartbeat of a true worshipper. When we gather to worship, our hearts naturally overflow with thanks for who God is and for all the Lord has done. This message should invite the congregation to rediscover how thankfulness shapes and deepens our encounter with the living God.

Worship is a celebration of God’s goodness! It is a joy we experience together and a joy we are called to share. When we worship, we not only draw close to the heart of God, but we also shine His light to a world that longs for hope. This message reminds us that our worship speaks powerfully, even to those who have yet to believe.

When we call on God, it invites us to come with a spirit of preparation. Just as we wouldn’t walk into the office of a great leader without readiness or respect, so we shouldn’t approach God casually. This sermon will guide the congregation in how to come before God with hearts prepared to truly meet the Lord.

We long for God because our hearts desire to be near God. God is always present with us, but in worship we become especially aware of His presence in a way that renews and fills us. That closeness is what we truly long for when we gather to worship.

Paul’s words in Ephesians 4:4-6 stop us in our tracks:“There is one body and one Spirit, just as you were called to one hope when you were called; one Lord, one faith, one baptism; one God and Father of all, who is over all and through all and in all.”One body. One Spirit. One hope. One Lord. One faith. One baptism. One God.

The American Journal of Psychology defined fear as "the anticipation of pain." There's a lot of avenues and outlets putting what we fear on display. It's crippling. However, the scriptures remind us that God has not given us a spirit of fear, but rather one of power, love, and a sound mind. How does Paul instill this in the Ephesians? Let's release the barrier of fear and trust God. 

Self Help Books are cheap on Amazon these days. We seek wholeness in all the wrong places. We must break the barrier of inward vanity and find our worth in loving others. Jesus shows us this in his life, death, and resurrection.

Can we be okay with "give us this day our daily bread?" We are always striving for more. In a new school year/new season we want to add MORE to the already full plate. Let's stop the rat race ... God is enough. Let your cup be just as it needs to be. 

Talking about the barrier of time and how it can control us to the point of disaster. We need to gain control of our time and use it for good.

This Sunday at Wildwood UMC, we reflected on the story of Mary and Martha in Luke 10:38–42. As Jesus visited their home, Martha became distracted by all she felt needed to be done, while Mary chose to sit and listen at Jesus' feet. We were reminded that in a world full of noise, tasks, and expectations, God invites us to pause, be present, and listen. Sometimes the most faithful thing we can do is stop doing—and start being.This week, ask yourself: Where am I being invited to slow down and sit with Jesus?

In this week’s sermon, Pastor Michael explores the Parable of the Good Samaritan and challenges us to consider how we respond to those in need—especially those we might overlook or avoid. Jesus turns expectations upside down by choosing a Samaritan, someone considered an outsider, as the true example of compassion. When we focus on justifying ourselves, we risk missing the presence of God in others. Faith isn’t meant to be lived alone—it’s revealed in how we love our neighbors. As you listen, reflect: Who are you moving toward this week? And who might you be walking past?