Repentance & Repair 2nd Year Anniversary
Two years ago, CHUMC took a transformative step toward racial justice by rededicating our sanctuary stained glass window in honor of the community. Join us on Sunday, September 27 at 10:30 AM for a special worship service of reflection, gratitude, and renewed commitment to repair.
Blessing of the Animals & World Communion Sunday
Join us at either 9AM or 10:30AM for our dual celebration of Blessing of the Animals and World Communion Sunday. Bring your leashed or crated pets to church for a special blessing, and share in a global communion table featuring breads from diverse culinary traditions around the world.
"Jesus Was a Migrant" Film Screening
Join us to view and discuss this documentary about borders, belief and what we owe each other.
All Saints Sunday
Join us in worship at 9AM or 10:30AM as we observe All Saints Sunday. Together, we will honor the full circle of life by lifting up the names of loved ones who have died over the past year, as well as celebrating the new babies who have joined our community.
Covenant Sunday: Stone Soup
Join us in worship at 9AM & 10:30AM as we dedicate our 2027 stewardship pledges! Grounded in this year’s theme, Stone Soup, we will celebrate how sharing what we have overcomes scarcity with community, joy, and abundance. All are welcome!
Faith Finders' Sunday Cafe
The Faith Finders Children’s Ministry is hosting a special "Sunday Cafe" for the entire congregation after morning worship.
Advent Devotionals Available
Begin the season of Advent with our community-written devotional booklet! Available in print at church on Sunday, November 29 and as daily emails in your inbox. (Interested in contributing a reflection or artwork? Submissions are open through November 15!)
Children's Christmas Pageant
Our annual Children’s Christmas Pageant is a cherished tradition. Our kids bring the Christmas story to life right before our eyes!
The Stocking Project
The Stocking Project is a hands-on, churchwide service day where we fill Christmas gift bags with essential items and festive goodies for families in need.
Advent Community Breakfast & Lessons and Carols
Celebrate the season with a festive morning together! Join us at 9 AM for a warm community breakfast, followed by our annual Lessons & Carols in worship at 10:30 AM. Come for the food, stay for the music, and celebrate Advent with us!
Blue Christmas Worship
The holidays are not always easy. On the winter solstice—the longest night of the year—join us for a gentle, contemplative service of quiet music, prayer, and candle lighting. Whether you are carrying grief, stress, or personal burdens, find a peaceful space where all of who you are is welcome.
Christmas Eve Candlelight Worship
We invite you to join us a sacred, timeless tradition: our Christmas Eve Candlelight Worship.
Cozy Carols Sunday
We are gathering for a relaxed, family-friendly morning of laughter, lessons, and singing your favorite Christmas carols together.
Vision Sunday
Start the new year dreaming together! Following morning worship on January 10, join us for a light lunch and an engaging conversation about CHUMC’s shared vision, hopes, and ministry horizons for 2027. All perspectives and all ages are welcome around the table.
Mardi Gras Pancake Lunch & Winter Faith Fest Finale
Bring your appetite & celebrate the finale of our Winter Faith Fest weekend on Sunday, February 7! Join us for our special 10:30 AM “Kids Takeover” worship service, followed immediately by our annual festive Mardi Gras pancake feast at 11:30 AM in the Fellowship Hall. All are welcome!
Ashes on the Steps
Start your Lenten journey with a brief, sacred pause. Stop by the front steps of CHUMC between 8 AM and 10 AM on your morning commute or walk to receive ashes and a blessing from our pastors. All are welcome!
Ash Wednesday Worship
Begin the Lenten season in reflection and community. Join Capitol Hill UMC and Ebenezer UMC in the sanctuary at 7 PM for our joint Ash Wednesday service with music, scripture, and the receiving of ashes.
Easter Feaster & Easter Egg Hunt
Before our Easter worship begins, join us out on the church front yard for a joyous morning of food, community, and fun for the whole family.
Graduate Celebration Reception
Whether you are graduating from high school, college, or a postgraduate program, we want to celebrate YOU! Join us for a special, short reception held between our two Sunday services to honor the hard work and achievements of our graduates alongside their families.
L.E.A.D. Board Town Hall
Curious about how church decisions are made and what projects are currently underway? Meet with your L.E.A.D. Board members in the Parlor on Sunday, September 20 at 11:30 AM for a transparent walkthrough of church governance, upcoming initiatives, and an open Q&A.
Back to Church Kick-Off Party
We are kicking off the school year with a community breakfast to reconnect, swap summer stories, and meet new faces.