Spiritual growth and leadership development are the heart of the program. Dive deeper in relationship with God and others through worship, Bible study and discipleship under the guidance of mentoring counselors. Everyone will find something that they love. Located in Browns Mills, NJ, Pinelands Center at Mt. Misery lies on 150 acres of forest in … Continue reading →

  Outreach is happy to report: *There were 108 items on the mitten tree!! These were to be delivered to CUMAC to help keep our friends in Paterson a bit warmer. *Over 100 hats and scarves have gone to the Legion Aux in Long Pond PA to be distributed to needy school children. *We have … Continue reading →

Taken from an article on the www umc.org site   October was Pastor Appreciation Month. We all know that our Pastor leads a busy  life with many responsibilities and  pressures that come with that load. However, he is there for us! Here are 15 ways we can be there for him with prayer. Pray for … Continue reading →

Hebrews 13:2 Don’t neglect to open your homes to guests, because by doing this some have been hosts to angels without knowing it.  So Halloween may not be what we usually think it is. Maybe you have heard that it translates to All Hallows Eve. The definition of hallow is to make holy. This is … Continue reading →

  Spiritual Book Club  “Christ Beside Me, Christ Within Me” by Beth Richardson    Many Christians long to sense God’s presence in their everyday lives but don’t know how. Inspired by the ancient form of prayer practiced by the Celtic people, Beth Richardson offers a multitude of short prayers—blessings—that embrace every aspect of daily life … Continue reading →

  1. Who were Adam’s children?  A. Cain and Abel  B. Cain, Abel, and Seth  C. Cain, Able, Seth, and other sons and daughters  2. Which son of Abraham’s name means “laughter”?  A. Ishmael B. Isaac C. Esau  3. Does the UMC have an official translation of the  Bible?  A. Yes B. No  4. In … Continue reading →

THE TURQUOISE TABLE: Finding Community and Connection In Your Own Front Yard                                                   THE TURQUOISE TABLE OF MPUMC  In her book, Kristin Schell, tells her story of wanting to slow down and connect with … Continue reading →

  The borough of Midland Park has launched a free digital service to help residents stay informed about events in the community. MPUMC has created an account on this calendar through which we will promote special services, events, and activities that are open to everyone.  In order for this calendar to be effective people need … Continue reading →

When I say ―I am a Christian,‖ I‘m not shouting I‘m clean livin‘; I‘m whispering, ―I was lost. Now I‘m forgiven‖.  When I say ―I am a Christian,‖ I don‘t speak of this with pride. I‘m confessing that I stumble and need Christ to be my guide.  When I say ―I am a Christian,‖ I‘m … Continue reading →