All Are Welcome

God loves you no matter what, and Jesus taught his followers to love your neighbor no matter who. That means KUMC welcomes, affirms, and invites you to worship, serve, and lead regardless of your race, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, age, physical and mental ability, economic station, or political ideology. Jesus's love has no asterisks. At KUMC, you are invited to experience and practice God's radically inclusive, transforming love for you and for all.



Questions?

Pastor Steven Blair

314-966-8167 x 1135

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Worship

  • Sunday Worship

    At KUMC and Live Streaming on Facebook

    Currently, KUMC is Offering: 

     

    Sunday Worship

    Contemporary Worship 9:00am in The Commons

    Traditional Worship 10:30am in the Sanctuary


    Join in person at the church for a time of prayer, reflection, and music led by Pastor Katie Trinter and Music staff, or view the Live Stream on Facebook from wherever you are

    View the current sermon catalog anytime here on the Sermon Page


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    Go to KUMC's Worship Page


    KUMC Children's Ministries on Sunday

    Children's Ministry is Birth- 5th grade is offered during both worship times.  Check your child in at the check in the Kids Area.  Children's Ministry opens 15 minutes before worship.  Your kids will have fun running around our gym, learning a lesson at their age level, art, prayer, and regular kid silliness.  All volunteers have undergone a federal background check and have received training to work with kids. 


    The One Worship - 5th Sunday of the Month

    On the fifth Sunday of a month, Kirkwood Methodist holds "THE ONE" worship service at 10am to allow everyone to worship our ONE AMAZING GOD together as ONE COMMUNITY. If you are curious to learn more about KUMC, this is the perfect opportunity to sample it all in a combined Contemporary/Traditional worship service.

    Join us for THE ONE on Sunday, January 30th, 10 am in the Sanctuary.  

  • Prayer in the CHapel On Sundays

    Sundays, before and After Worship

    Need a quiet place to be with God? There will be prayer stations available in the chapel. You are invited to pray, rest, and connect with the holy before or after worship on Sundays.

  • WEDNESDAY

    Pray With Pastor Katie at 11 am on Zoom

    Join our Zoom Live Prayer time with Pastor Katie. Please email Pastor Katie to receive the password.

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  • Thursday Coffee House Hours

    Pastor Katie at Teleo Coffee in Kirkwood,  7:30 - 10 am

    Drop in to Teleo Coffee on Thursday mornings to grab your morning caffeine fix and talk and pray with Pastor Katie. Teleo Coffee is located at 132 Monroe Street in Downtown Kirkwood. 

Upcoming Events at KUMC

Here are some of the latest events you'll find going on at KUMC. All events are open to the public and you are welcome to attend!

  • What's Happening for Easter at KUMC? 

    What's happening for Easter at Kirkwood United Methodist Church? Is there an Egg Hunt this year? Will there be Special Worship times during Holy Week? What time or times is Worship on Easter Sunday? Can I bring my Family? 

    The Answers are yes, Yes, and YES!  And the answer at Kirkwood UMC is Everyone is invited, always! You are welcome to attend any events at KUMC!  But to get all of the details on your specific questions, please click below to go to our Easter and Lent Page to find all of the answers. Looking forward to seeing you soon at KUMC!


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  • THE ONE WOrship Sunday March 30,  10am

    AND CHILI COOK-OFF

    After the 10am THE ONE worship service, we're having a Chili Cook-Off in The Commons.  Everyone is invited to stay and eat.  And, everyone is invited to bring their signature chili. Who will be our winners this year? 


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  • Membership Sunday

    Sunday, March 30 at 10am at KUMC

    Interested in joining Kirkwood UMC? We will have new members join us in worship on Sunday, March 30th. Please email Pastor Steven Blair if you are interested to join on March 30th with the group! 


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  • Easter Dinner Boxes

    KUMC Lenten Service Project

    The LifeBridge Market will offer Easter Dinner Boxes to help families celebrate the season while staying within budget. The box will contain a choice of meat, fresh produce, and holiday favorites. To learn more about this service project and how you can help or volunteer circlerightarrow


  • Eggstravaganza

    Sunday April 13, 3-5pm at KUMC

    The Eggstravaganza is happening at KUMC on Sunday, April 13,  from 3-5pm.  The afternoon will include inflatables, a petting zoo, games, food trucks, the 360 Degree Photo Booth, candy, four Easter egg hunts, a color run, and pictures with the Easter Bunny. 

  • JOin a Lenten Study

    beginning 2nd week in March

    You are invited to learn something new during Lent at KUMC's Lenten Studies. Anyone can join. You do not have to be a member of KUMC to take part in one of these classes. Below are the brief descriptions.  

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    "Why Jesus" Lenten Bible Study on Mondays: March 10, - April 7 @ 10:30 AM, or

    Wednesdays—March 12 - April 9 @ 7 PM

    Why Jesus? What attracted you to Jesus? Why have you chosen to be part of the Jesus story?  Explore these questions for yourself. Led by Rev. Dennis Crosson.


    "Faith in the Public Square" Small Group on Sundays at 9am, March 9-April 13

    Instead of receiving the News, view it through the lens of Faith. Learn and discuss how our beliefs around Jesus can shape how we understand the world around us.  Led by Rev. Barb Pfifer.



  • American Red Cross Blood Drive at KUMC

    Monday, March 31, 3-7pm, Gym

    KUMC is hosting a Red Cross Blood Drive on Monday, March 31, in the gym from 3-7pm. Please note that blood drives will now take place on weekday evenings at KUMC. To donate blood, make an appointment on your Red Cross app or online using the link below. If you need assistance, you can call the church office at 314-966-8167. Please bring a picture I.D. with you on the donation day. Register to give here now circlerightarrow


  • Play Cafè 

    Wednesdays, 3-5pm in KUMC's Gym

    Play Cafè is a fun midweek play date for children 5th grade and under to come and get the wiggles out after school in KUMC's indoor gym from 3 to 5pm on Wednesday afternoons.  Parents and caregivers, you'll find you enjoy this weekly play date too,  to have the opportunity to meet other adults, chat, and enjoy some coffee.  All are invited to drop in, and it is free to attend. 

  • Family Group Play Dates

    Every 1st & 3rd Sunday at KUMC, 11:30 -2pm

    Do you have at least one child younger than school age?  If so, please come and be a part of our KUMC Family Group.  We meet every 1st and 3rd Sunday from 11:30 am - 2 pm in the gym and room 201 (across the hall from the gym).  Bring a snack or lunch for your family to eat in room 201, and then play in the gym.  We occasionally change locations or can't meet, so contact Micheal Friedman to let him know you are interested in attending and to learn of any changes in the schedule.


    The Next Meeting is Sunday, April 6


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  • Trivia Night Parties you Can Still JOin

    There are still a few parties with openings that you can join to contribute to the "FINAL ANSWER" for -how much this year's Trivia Night earned. Each week we're featuring a few of the upcoming parties in the Enews. Below is the entire list, so if you see something that you like, act quickly and email Megan Daniels for more information and to register.


    BBQ & BLUES: Sat, April 26th, 4-7pm

    2 spots left, $25/person

    You’re invited to a private party at the Suchanek's abode where we’ll be having a fantastic DandyQ BBQ & Blues event! It’s going to be a full-on feast with all-inclusive food and drinks. We’ll have smoked pulled pork and chicken, and there will be plenty of delicious sides to go around. And for dessert, we’ve got some world-class treats that you won’t want to miss!


    BOURBON & BYGONE DAYS: Sat, May 3, 6:30-9:30pm

    3 spots left, $40/person or $75/couple

    An evening of Bourbon tasting with the Black Rock Society (other beverages available as well), heavy appetizers, and tours of the Meramec Highlands Train Depot, built in 1891 and transformed into a private residence.


    TOTAL WINE & MORE PRIVATE ITALIAN WINE TASTING CLASS; 

    Friday, May 16, 6-8pm  at Total Wine & More, Ballwin, $20 per person

    This is the perfect night to invite some friends to join you for a fun night out! Enjoy a wine tour of Italy from Tip to Toe given by a wine expert. Total Wine & More will provide all necessary stemware and educational handouts for tasting notes. Also included will be 2 Amigos Party Packs (chips, salsa, queso & guacamole)! You are welcome to bring other snacks, but no additional alcohol.


    PICKLEBALL & PIZZA: Sat, June 7th from 4:30-6:30pm

    at The Daniels Depot, $20/person, 5 spots left

    Join us for an evening of pickleball on the Daniels court and pizza on our back patio! No experience is necessary & kids 12+ are welcome! 

  • LiFEBRIDGE

    A Mission at KUMC to Provide Financial Wellness

    LifeBridge is KUMC's Signature Mission. The mission of LifeBridge is to transform lives by building deeper relationships with members of the community and to find ways to partner with them in the long term work to change their lives and break cycles of poverty. LifeBridge services include the LifeBridge Market, Financial Education and Coaching, and Financial Assistance and Grants.


    To learn more about LifeBridge's services and how to apply, OR to volunteer to help with the missions of LifeBridge,


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  • VBS at KUMC

    save the Date: July 28 -31, 9am - noon

    Save that last week in July for VBS at KUMC! All the fun details are coming soon, and you won't want to miss it! 

Subscribe to KUMC Enews

If you want to know what's going on at Kirkwood United Methodist Church one of the best ways is to subscribe to the weekly Enews that goes out on Thursdays, just in time to prepare you for worship on Sunday and to let you know what other activities we have coming up at the church.  Subscribe now using the link below.


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Location

Kirkwood United Methodist Church

201 W Adams | Kirkwood MO 63122  
314.966.8167

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