Asking For a Friend: January 14, 2024


This week we begin our new sermon series: Asking For a Friend. We all have candidates we might like to nominate for eternal punishment. But who is to say the judgment we make against others won’t be wielded against us? Ultimately, the question of Hell comes down to a debate between God’s holiness and God’s grace. Join us this Sunday as we ask the question, "What About Hell?" Our Scripture reading will be from Matthew 25:31-46. Special music will be provided by the Connections Band.

Epiphany: January 7, 2024


This Sunday, Epiphany, is when we celebrate the arrival of the Wise Men to worship the newborn king. It officially closes the Christmas season and begins the season of discovery. As we begin a new year, we seek new insight and clarity for that which guides us in our lives. Join us as we discern more about following our own North Star. Our Scripture reading will be from Matthew 2:1-12. We will also be celebrating Holy Communion, and don’t miss the special Quintet performance.

Worship: December 31, 2023


Join us this Sunday as Pastor Doug speaks on Jesus being presented in the temple. Our Scripture reading will be from Luke 2:22-40. Special music will be provided by Barbara Howard.

Christmas Eve: December 24, 2023 – 7 p.m. Service


During our 7 p.m. service on this Christmas Eve, we will be telling the Christmas story through Scripture and song. Pastor Margaret will be speaking about the miracle and gift of God choosing to be with us. We will be reading from the books of Luke (2:1-14, 2:15-20) and John (1:1-5 & 14). Special music will be provided by the Faith Singers.

Christmas Eve: December 24, 2023 – 4 p.m. Service


During our 4 p.m. service on this Christmas Eve, we will be telling the Christmas story through Scripture and song. Pastor Margaret will be speaking about the miracle and gift of God choosing to be with us. We will be reading from the books of Luke (2:1-14, 2:15-20) and John (1:1-5 & 14). Special music will be provided by the Connections Band.

The Gift of Presence: December 24, 2023 – 10 a.m. Recorded Message


On this fourth Sunday of Advent, Pastor Margaret shares a special Christmas Eve morning word with us in a pre-recorded message. Join us later this afternoon for Christmas Eve Worship services at 4pm and 7pm, either online or in-person. Details at https://www.puyallupumc.org/christmas.

The Gift of Presence: December 17, 2023


On this third Sunday of Advent, we will be celebrating with our special Christmas Cantata, "Hope!" Our choir will be telling the story of Christ's birth through several choral anthems. There will be familiar carols mixed with original music incorporating gospel, soul, and even blues styles. The narration is moving and will bless you with the message of the season. Our Scripture reading will be from Psalm 126.

The Gift of Presence: December 10, 2023


Join us this week for the second Sunday of Advent. We will be celebrating with our annual All-Ages Interactive Christmas Pageant. Come help tell the Christmas story as we sing carols, play, laugh, and reflect on God’s work in the world. Be sure to get there early to get a costume! Special music will be provided by the Connections Band.