Melanie Smith
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Lifelong Learning for Faith and Justice
Fall 2025: The United Methodist General Council On Religion and Race offers resources to support our anti-racism and intercultural leadership journey. Lifelong learning takes intention. Whether you’re preparing for small group study or personal reflection, here are some recommended resources that invite you deeper into faith and justice – online and at your own pace.…
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The Pumpkins Are Coming!
The Brecksville United Methodist Church Pumpkin Patch will be open from September 28 – October 31. On Sunday, September 28, a semi-truck will pull onto Stadium Drive so we can unload over 700 pumpkins and decorative gourds of many shapes sizes and colors. The Pumpkin Patch is an opportunity to bring the whole community together…
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Spiritual Trail Guide Fall/Winter 2025
You are gifted. Our Spiritual Trail Guide, updated for the Fall and Winter seasons of 2025, is a tool to help you discover your gifts, and explore ways those gifts can grow through Brecksville United Methodist Church. In the pages of this guide, you’ll find a link to a Spiritual Gifts Inventory, and information on…
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The Daily Examen: Practicing Gratitude, Noticing God
September 14 – October 19 at 9:30 in the Parlor: In a noisy, fast-moving world, the ancient practice of the Daily Examen offers a way to pause, reflect, and become aware of God’s presence in everyday life. In this class, we’ll explore the origins of the Examen, learn its simple yet powerful steps, and discover…
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True & Chosen Name: A Service of Naming
Sunday, October 12, 2025 at 6 pm at Brecksville United Methodist Church Before God named him Abraham, he was called Abram, and before God called her Sarah, she was known as Sarai. Jesus recognized gifts in his follower Simon that Simon himself could not see, and Jesus renamed him Peter, to signify the man Jesus…
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Spiritual Gifts
You are gifted. You have a purpose. Discover your spiritual gifts today! About the Spiritual Gifts Inventory: God has made each of us wonderfully unique. We are called to be part of one body in Christ, each member serving with a purpose. Explore the spiritual gifts God has given you, and discover ways to serve…
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Small Groups
Seeing our friends at church on Sunday morning is great. But we may rush into worship with just a hug or a handshake before rushing out to attend to the plans of the day. Many of us are looking for a space for deeper connection. We’re looking for opportunities for learning, encouragement, support, and acceptance…
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Fall Kick Off
It’s a Back To Church Sunday, Fall Kick Off, September 7, 2025 Fall Kick Off Sunday is a joyful gathering for everyone. Join us as we celebrate the begining of a new program year. Come for one worship service at 10:30 and stay for the festivities, including a bounce house for the kids, yard games,…
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Donation Drive for Victims of Human Trafficking
September 2025 Human trafficking is the use of force, fraud, or coercion to obtain some type of labor or commercial sex act. It is a crime that affects millions of men, women, and children worldwide – including people right here in Ohio. It can happen in any community. Victims can be any age, race, gender,…
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More Than a Name Tag
You might think a church name tag is just a small Sunday detail, but it’s actually a quiet, powerful form of welcome and inclusion. Wearing your name tag says, “I see you. I’m open to connection. You belong here, too.” For a newcomer, a name can be the first doorway to feeling at home. It…