Ways to get involved
Prayer Ministry
Our Prayer Ministry is a reflection of God’s call for His people to pray! “Let’s Pray Together” is a group that spends time on Tuesday’s at 5:30pm discussing prayer in the Bible, and then offers corporate prayers for the world, our nation, our state, our church, those who have requested prayer, and each other.
Our “Prayer Network” is a group of prayer warriors, connected by email, who pray whenever a request for prayer is made. You can submit a request by going to the “Prayer Request” tab.
Music Ministry
Since 1926, people have been called to worship each Sunday by an historic 10 bell chime set installed in the tower of South Church. The Case Memorial Chimers play a selection of hymns which can be heard for miles away.
Traditional worship is supported musically by collaborative keyboard artists Tatiana Lukyanova and Chris Walton, and the Chancel Choir led by Music Director Earle Bidwell. The Wesley Ringers handbell choir supplements these efforts a couple of times a month.
Contemporary worship is supported musically by the Wildfire Praise Band led by Tatiana Lukyanova. The band features guitars, percussion, keyboard and vocal artists.
Typically, there are also two evening concerts of devotional and spiritually uplifting music led by the Chancel Concert Choir, which welcomes singers from the greater Manchester area.
Additionally, over 100 SUMC families and friends receive an email link each morning to an inspirational “Music to Begin Your Day” selection chosen by Earle Bidwell Director of Music. If you would like to be added to this list, please email a request to music@southumc.com
Outreach Ministry
Our Outreach Ministry has a very active history and an even brighter future!
We offer a variety of ways for our congregation to serve the local and broader community - donations to the Manchester Area Conference of Churches (MACC), Rise Against Hunger meal packaging, the Community Garden, and Operation Christmas Child to name a few!
Call or email our office to see what Outreach is up to this season: