Mary Herbert, the practice manager for Birmingham Free Clinic in Pittsburgh, will give insight into how current policies are affecting health care for uninsured populations.

250 years ago, our ancestors set about on a new political experiment as they declared their independence from Britain. This talk will explore how the political, cultural and geographic conditions in the Americas also encouraged the growth and development of the Methodist church into a new American denomination.

Get a sneal peek at VBS 2026: Justice Begins with Me!

Methodist temperance societies were grassroots movements within Methodism dedicated to reducing or eliminating the use of alcohol, especially during the 19th and early 20th centuries. They combined spiritual discipline, social reform, and community accountability, and became a major force in the broader temperance movement in the United States and Britain.

The Social Principles Team will lead a discussion on LGBTQ issues and the church, including personal stories.

Since our country’s birth 250 years ago until the present time, there have been “uncommon” Methodist women who have answered God’s Call in unique and extraordinary ways.

Sister Janice Vanderneck, the founder of Casa San Jose, will update us on current immigration issues in the US and locally. 

The history of religious freedom in our nation is not perfect but ultimately is inspiring. We will look at the story of religion in the colonies as well as our 250 years as a nation...warts and all!

This hands-on program will include packing school supplies for MLUMC food pantry clients and others in our community. 

Our United Methodist history includes some dark periods, such as denominational decisions and splits due to racism. Dr. Aupperle will discuss a few  of these pivotal moments, and how we can continue to take a stand for racial justice today. 

MLUMC members and friends will share their music talents!

Retired UMC Clergy & Former Adjunct Faculty Member at Pittsburgh Theological Seminary will discuss the growth and impact of the Methodist movement during the early history of the United States. 

MLUMC youth will share their experiences on the summer mission trip to Project Crossroads in Marion, VA.