Ministry Moment Videos

Here are brief videos showing church ministry and small-group activities that would welcome your participation. The dates in parentheses refer to the date of the Sunday service in which that video was previously shown. The name of the contact person is given, if you wish to obtain more information about that ministry. Use the church directory or contact the church office to reach the contact person.

Click on the picture or title line to view the video.

United Women in Faith Support Yolo Diaper Bank (Sept 24, 2023)
United Women in Faith, in conjunction with other churches and the congregation provide much needed diapers to local families.
Contact The Church Office.

United Women in Faith Adopt a Social Worker (July 23, 2023)
United Women in Faith, formerly United Methodist Women further their mission by supporting a Yolo County social worker in many ways.
Contact The Church Office.

Reconciling Ministry (June 11, 2023)
Davis United Methodist Church became a Reconciling Congregation in 1997, meaning we welcome all people including members of the LGBQIA+ community. Such inclusivity continues to be an active part of the churches mission today.
Contact The Church Office.

Four Special Groups (Sept 18, 2022)
These four groups exemplify the "small group" experience, building trust and friendships while immersed in shared learning.
Contact The Church Office.

Spiritual Reading Groups (Aug 21, 2022)
Spiritual reading groups provide a fun and elightening way to share all types of books in an environment of fellowship and learning.
Contact The Church Office.

United Methodist Men (July 24, 2022)
Join the United Methodist Men for breakfast on Wednesdays, 7:00am at the Black Bear diner for fellowship, discussion and activity planning.
Contact Brian W.

The Prayer Chain (July 17, 2022)
Alerting the congregation to the specific prayer needs of one another is the mission of this ministry. The timely messages are sent via email to those on the prayerchain list.
Contact Judith M

Almost Like Mom's Finals Care Package (June 26, 2022)
This ministry provides a direct personal touvh to students enduring the stress of final papers due and final exams. What better stress relief and comfort than mom's cookies (and other goodies)?
Contact Beth F

Our Labyrinth (Feb 27, 2022)
The labyrinth is walked by many enthusiasts from church as well as the public. Come share this space for peaceful meditation.

A Heart For Housing and Homelessness (Feb 6, 2022)
Helping the unhoused, and supporting efforts to create more affordable housing are central to our Service and Justice Ministry.
Contact John C..

Bible Study (Jan 24, 2022)
Sunday or Wednesday bible study is an excellent way to spiritual growth as well as embracing the small-group experience.
Contact Louanne H or church office.

Families Together - Loving the Stranger (Dec 19, 2021)
Embracing those who arrive with little with love and help in many ways.
Contact Susan P. or Marge M.

New Play Structure (Nov 28, 2021, June 18, 2023)
A safe and interesting play structure to entertain the kids in a veriety of way.

Vacation Bible School (Nov 21, 2021)
A fun summer activity for the kids to spend a few supervised days learning together, building and playing together.

Prayer Shawl Ministry (Oct 31, 2021)
The Prayer Shawl ministry invites knitters and wanna be knitters to weekly activity creating shawls for those needing comfort.
Contact Zora.

Grace in Action (Oct 24, 2021)
Lunch and other services are offered twice weekly to the homeless and others in need.
Contact Rita Mt.J.

Little Free Library (Oct 17, 2021, Nov 25, 2022)
A tiny free sidewalk-side library for borrowing or donating adult and childrens books.
Contact Sharon M.

Generosity That Keeps Giving (Sept 26, 2021
A few examples of generous giving of lasting items to the church.

Kids in Grace Garden (Sept 19, 2021)
How our important Grace Garden ministry serves children in many ways.

Men's Retreat (Sept 19, 2021)
A weekend of relaxation, bonding and learning at beautiful Lake Tahoe.

Stephen Ministry (Aug 22, 2021)
Care during life's difficulties provided by trained volunteer ministers in a one-on-one manner.

Phone Buddies (Aug 15, 2021)
Reaching out to those alone is the mission of these "buddies", especially needed during the pandemic.

UMW (UWF) - Pandemic Food Sharing (Oct 16, 2022 Aug 1, 2021)
Food insecurity increased during the pandemic leading this group to serve a needy group of Davis residents.

Welcoming Bus Bench (July 25, 2021, June 19, 2022)
No need to stand while waiting for a bus, Davis UMC welcomes you with a seat.

Interfaith Rotating Winter Shelter (June 13, 2021)
The church shares involvement to provide overnight and longer winter (and beyond) shelter.

Giving Tree for Empower Yolo (May 23, 2021, Nov 27, 2022)
An opportunity to provide a holiday boost of happiness for adults and children.

Postcards for Advocacy (May 9, 2021)
The Service and Justice ministry of the church includes sending postcard messages to our political leaders.

Grace Garden Hoophouse (Apr 25, 2021 Dec 26, 2021)
A volunteer-built plant nursery provides new plants for Grace Garden growing and annual sale.