A Place to be loved, a place to belong!
La Mesa First United Methodist Church is a welcoming place for all people to explore faith and make a difference in the community. You are invited to join us to learn more about our church community, our faith and our ministries.
Pastor’s Bible StudyPastor Christian offers seasonal Bible Study classes to take a deeper look at lessons from the Bible and make them relevant to our faith. Each series lasts 6 to 8 weeks and will be dedicated to a specific topic. Contact Pastor Christian to participate or find out more.
Pastor Christian
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Sunday Morning Book GroupLed by Lay Leader, Eric Dewey-Hoffman, the group is reading One Life to Give: Martyrdom and the Making of the American Revolution, by previous pastor and La Mesa resident Rev. John Fanestil. The book unearths the motivations of soldiers who fought in the Revolutionary War, many compelled to fight because they were steeped in a tradition of English Protestant martyrdom that had been appropriated and adapted to the American context.
When: Sunday mornings at 11:00 am on Zoom. Contact: Eric Dewey-Hoffman for more information. 
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United Women in Faith (previously UMW)
MONTHLY UNIT MEETING
Every month all are invited to a place of Christian friendship and fellowship, a community of progressive women whose vision is to turn faith, hope and love into activism on behalf of women, children and youth around the world. We have special speakers, mission visits, spiritual enrichment and special speakers who represent programs that address issues such as racism, climate justice, economic justice, social justice, child and maternal health and human trafficking.
When: 1 p.m., First Wednesday of the month
Contact: Lois Knowlton
DAYS FOR GIRLS
The vision that every girl and woman in the world should have access to quality, sustainable hygiene supplies started this international program in 2008. Our group of primarily women make colorful kits with pads containing high-quality washable shields in areas where feminine hygiene products are either not available or too expensive. Several hundred kits have been sent to third-world countries and recently across our southern border to Tijuana and Mexicali. Girls who previously missed school days during their periods are gaining back their "Days for Girls."
When: Noon, Mondays
Contact: Jan Burt
WOMEN'S BIBLE STUDY
Each study is based on a theme or person in the Bible and accompanied by a selected book. Excellent teachers bring information outside the reading and pose questions designed to encourage spiritual growth. With a time for sharing joys and concerns, close bonding of the women is a foundation of this group. Our current book is Elijah: Spiritual Stamina for Every Season, by Melissa Spoestra.
When: 6:30 pm, Tuesdays on Zoom (Password: lamesaumc)
Contact: Eliane Olson or Lucinda Rasmussen
Every month all are invited to a place of Christian friendship and fellowship, a community of progressive women whose vision is to turn faith, hope and love into activism on behalf of women, children and youth around the world. We have special speakers, mission visits, spiritual enrichment and special speakers who represent programs that address issues such as racism, climate justice, economic justice, social justice, child and maternal health and human trafficking.
When: 1 p.m., First Wednesday of the month
Contact: Lois Knowlton
DAYS FOR GIRLS
The vision that every girl and woman in the world should have access to quality, sustainable hygiene supplies started this international program in 2008. Our group of primarily women make colorful kits with pads containing high-quality washable shields in areas where feminine hygiene products are either not available or too expensive. Several hundred kits have been sent to third-world countries and recently across our southern border to Tijuana and Mexicali. Girls who previously missed school days during their periods are gaining back their "Days for Girls."
When: Noon, Mondays
Contact: Jan Burt
WOMEN'S BIBLE STUDY
Each study is based on a theme or person in the Bible and accompanied by a selected book. Excellent teachers bring information outside the reading and pose questions designed to encourage spiritual growth. With a time for sharing joys and concerns, close bonding of the women is a foundation of this group. Our current book is Elijah: Spiritual Stamina for Every Season, by Melissa Spoestra.
When: 6:30 pm, Tuesdays on Zoom (Password: lamesaumc)
Contact: Eliane Olson or Lucinda Rasmussen
Youth GroupFor 5th through 12th graders: Young people learn about our Christian faith, play games, connect with their peers and participate in community volunteer activities. All are welcome!
When: We are currently in the process of locating a spirit-filled and qualified leader. Meetings will resume on Sundays from 4:00–6:00 pm in the Education Building. Contact Pastor Christian to learn more or to enquire. 
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Chancel Choir Jill Coady, Music Director
Find fun, friendship and fellowship as Ms. Jill directs our music ministry. No experience needed to join the choir. Jill has a gift for bringing all levels of talent together, making wonderful music. Bring a good heart, a good ear and willingness to learn.
When: Thursdays at 7pm. Contact: Jill Coady 
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Fiery Spirit Children's Choir Ms. Stephanie, Children's Music
aAll children ages 4 to 12 are welcome to join our Fiery Spirit Children's Choir and Ms. Stephanie on Sunday mornings immediately following Sunday school. We learn wonderful praise songs, sing in an ensemble or as a solo and learn simple choreography. Fiery Spirit performs during special events and services.
When: Sunday mornings from 10:30 to 11am (Parents are invited to enjoy fellowship on the patio during this time!) Contact: Stephanie Draper 
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Building our Church Community
Our LM1 Staff!
Administrative guidance of the church is provided not only by staff, but volunteers in specialized groups rotating membership annually. If you are interested in serving our church in these vital ministries, contact Pastor Christian.
Church Council
Lay Leadership
Board of Trustees
Finance Committee
Staff Parish Relations Committee
Outreach & Missions
Youth & Children
Music
Church Council
Lay Leadership
Board of Trustees
Finance Committee
Staff Parish Relations Committee
Outreach & Missions
Youth & Children
Music