Guest Sermon Speakers
Potluck – Ice Cream Social & Games
Saturday, September 26 - 5 p.m.
Wesley Hall
**Bring a Main Dish… OR… a Salad… OR… a Side Dish and your favorite board game (optional)
Dessert ("Homemade" ice cream, toppings, & cookies), Beverages & Place settings will be provided
Join us for visiting, food, and games!
Church Wide Celebration
October. 24th, 4:00 to 7:00 pm. Free event!
It is a wonderful outreach for our neighborhood. It is a great time for the big and the small.
How can you help? Donate candy for prizes or small toys (Or donate money for their purchase.)
Donate time to run a game, we have many games that the children enjoy, and never have enough volunteers… Donate cupcakes for the cupcake walk Besides games, we serve hot dogs, nachos and drinks. If you have any questions, please call the Church office 559 686-8523
Something is always happening at Tulare UMC! From worship and Bible studies to fellowship gatherings, ministry opportunities, and special events, we invite you to get involved and stay connected.
Looking for dates and times? Visit our church calendar for the complete schedule of upcoming meetings, activities, and events.
We're continually planning meaningful gatherings and activities for our community. Please remember to check back regularly to stay informed about these events and join in the wonderful experiences we have in store for you.
RECURRING EVENTS
Recurring events within the church comprise a tapestry of communal engagements that rhythmically unite congregants. These regular gatherings, encompassing worship services, study groups, fellowship activities, and service projects, knit together the spiritual and social fabric of the congregation. As dependable fixtures on the church calendar, they provide opportunities for worship, growth, camaraderie, and outreach, fostering a sense of continuity and shared purpose among diverse individuals who come together to celebrate faith, engage in meaningful discussions, nurture relationships, and extend a helping hand to the wider community.
Worship With Us Every Sunday
8:30 am, 9:00 am, & 9:30 am
Methodist Women's Fellowship
We meet on the second Tuesdays, January - May, and September - December. Our business meeting will begin at 10:00 a.m., with a program immediately following. Refreshment provided.
We have two main fundraising events a year - Spring Dinner and Harvest Dinner. The proceeds go to the charitable organizations and needs of the Church. We welcome all women. You do not have to be a member of our church to participate. Please join us.
The Methodist Women's Fellowship at Tulare United Methodist Church is a vibrant community dedicated to fostering spiritual growth, friendship, and service. Committed to the principles of faith, love, and compassion, our fellowship provides a supportive environment where women from all walks of life can come together to deepen their relationship with God and each other.
Through regular meetings, prayer circles, and engaging discussions, we strive to uplift and empower one another in our faith journey. Additionally, our fellowship actively engages in various outreach initiatives and charitable endeavors, extending our hands of love and support to those in need within our church family and the wider community. Join us as we continue to grow in faith, serve with love, and make a positive difference in the lives of others.
Next Meeting
Tuesday, September 8, 2026
Save the Date
October 17, 2026
Methodist Women's Fellowship Women's Retreat Details to follow in September.
Hebrews 11:8
By faith Abraham obeyed when he was called to set out for a place that he was to receive as an inheritance, and he set out, not knowing where he was going.
Back when we used road maps, I had a map of Northern California that ended at Merced, so when I was hired for a job in Corcoran, I did not know where I was going. I had to turn the page to that mysterious Southern California map. I had modern conveniences that Abraham did not have, but there was so much I did not know about where I was going. Like Abraham, I set out by faith, and like Abraham, I received an inheritance of unexpected blessings, together with many challenges.
Over and over throughout my life, faith has enabled me to step out into the unknown. At each stop on the way, I have joined my local United Methodist church, where I have found support, friendships, meaning, and purpose.
Faith is not only about moving to a new city or taking on a new challenge. Faith also means that many of the words in our sacred book are commands from our Lord. I was blessed to work nearly thirteen years in a job that allowed me to spend most of my waking hours in obedience to Matthew 25:36c, I was in prison, and you visited me. Faith has given me the courage and support to step out into the unknown, and the guidance to know where I was going after all.
-Margaret Lirones
September Birthdays
1 Sheila Hamilton
9 Pastor Marcelo
26 Marj Risi
29 Bonnie Thiele
29 Colleen Norris
September Anniversary
11 Delores & Lewis Marcelino
October Birthdays
11 Nan Maxfield
11 Bill Hall
25 Everett Ford
27 Barbara Harrell
October Anniversary
15 Sandra & John
Congratulations to all the wonderful individuals in our congregation who are celebrating their birthdays and anniversaries this month! May your special day be filled with joy, love, and countless blessings. Wishing you a year ahead filled with happiness, good health, and memorable moments. Cheers to another year of life and growth together in our faith community!
