Easter is over, now what?

There is so much build up to easter - 40 days of Lent, Holy Week, but is all for one day? Not according to the United Methodist Church, which reminds us Easter is actually a season.

Read all about it.

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Holy Week schedule

Here's the Holy Week schedule:

March 29, Palm Sunday: 9 a.m. & 10:30 a.m. with palm crosses

April 2, Maundy Thursday: 7 p.m. with communion

April 3, Good Friday: 7 p.m. at St John’s UMC, 820 Almshouse Rd, Ivyland, PA

April 5, Easter Sunday: 9 a.m. & 10:30 a.m.

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Join us for the UMC Lent Photo-A-Day challenge

As we have the past few years, we'll be participating in the United Methodist Church's Lent Photo-A-Day challenge. During each day of Lent, the UMC presents a scripture-inspired word for your consideration. Throughout the day, see how the word inspires you or shows up in your life and share your thoughts by posting a picture. No explanation is needed in your post. After all, a picture is worth a thousand words. Tag us (@LehmanUMC on Instagram and Facebook) on your post and

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Believe it or not, it's time to think about Lent

It may seem like you just finished your last Christmas cookie (or not, 

who are we to judge? 😉), but it’s already time to start thinking about Lent.

Lent will begin on Ash Wednesday, February 18 - less than a month from 

now. We will have services at noon and 7 p.m. 

The Lehman Lenten Luncheon Lectures tradition continues, beginning on Thursday, February 19. A lunch of soup and sandwiches will be served at noon with the Lenten study starting at 12:30 p.m. The cost is $5 per 

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Live Nativity set for Dec. 21

The Live Nativity returns to Lehman December 21, noon – 2 p.m. and will include the live nativity (including the animals!) on the front lawn with the Christmas Story being told.

Inside we will have crafts and snacks in Fellowship Hall, then everyone is invited into the Sanctuary for Christmas music.

It was a great success last year and we are anticipating a good time again this year. But that can only happen if we have a few more people interested in spreading the Gospel of

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A more meaningful Advent calendar

Seems like there’s an Advent calendar for everything these days - cheese, chocolate, we even saw one for fishing lures.

But what if you had an Advent calendar that could bring more meaning to the season?

Again this year we invite you to consider a reverse Advent calendar: Each day, you add a specific non-perishable food item to your box, then once Advent is complete, you bring that box to our Loaves & Fishes Food Pantry. Your reverse Advent Calendar will help our food pantry

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An important (free) opportunity for seniors

Effective Management of Dizziness & Balance as you Age

Date: Wednesday, November 12

Time: 10:30 a.m.

Location: Lehman Memorial United Methodist Church

Falls are a leading cause of death and disability among seniors, but most falls are preventable. Join us for this free interactive presentation and learn tips to improve your balance and learn new strategies for reducing your risk of falling.

Guest Speaker: Margaret Fitzpatrick, PT, DPT, OCS

Founder of Willow Grove Physical Ther

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Join Operation Christmas Child

Join us in Operation Christmas Child - starting Sunday, September 28, we’ll distribute shoe boxes that we’ll fill by November 9 to be sent around the world during the Christmas season as expressions of God’s immense love for children.

What goes in the box? Something fun (a stuffed animal), useful (pens, pencils), a personal note of encouragement and prayer, maybe a family photo.

Get all the details, including how to follow your box.

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Family Fun Night coming October 17

Join Fall Family Fun Night presented by Lehman Christian Preschool - it will include a SPOOKley movie and activities.

Bring your own cozy blanket and drink

Popcorn provided

Friday, October 17, 6 - 7 p.m. in Fellowship Hall

RSVP to the church office by October 14

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Backpack ministry coming soon

The Backpack Ministry is coming to Lehman. We will have backpacks available, including a list of items to purchase. Please return the filled backpack to Lehman by the week of August 17 and place it in the school bus in the Narthex. These much-needed backpacks will be distributed through our Lehman Loaves & Fishes Food Pantry. Kate Crompton will be coordinating this outreach ministry.

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Faith on the Move: Spiritual Lessons from the Road

Pastor Julia, Pastor Nancy and Vica prepared a special sermon series for July to get all of us ready for the exciting VBS Road Trip.

Get ready for - Faith on the Move: Spiritual Lessons from the Road.

July 6 -Pastor Julia - The Call to Go -Genesis 12:1-4 (God calls Abraham)July 13 - Vica - “Don't Miss the View”  Luke 24:13-35 (Road to Emmaus)July 20 - Pastor Julia-  “When the GPS Reroutes” - Exodus 13:17-22; Proverbs 16:9  (Baptism this Sunday)July 27 - Pastor Julia – “A Tri...

Roadtrip: Help Us Pack the Van

We’re gearing up for the ultimate adventure at this year’s VBS: Roadtrip — but before we hit the highway, we need your help packing the van.

From snacks to supplies, crafts and decorations to set the stage — we’ve mapped it all out on our Amazon Wishlist.

Every item gets us one mile closer to an amazing week of faith, fun, and friendship.

Not an online shopper? No problem! We’re also collecting in-person donations — check out the VBS bulletin board in the Narthex and grab a c

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Here is our summer worship schedule

Our summer worship schedule begins May 18 and runs through September 7 with one blended worship service at 10 a.m. Enjoy seeing friends from the traditional and contemporary services worshiping all together as one body of Christ.

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Regsiter for VBS

Registration for VBS is now open. Click here to learn all about it and how to get involved.

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Time to think summer (camp)

Take a moment to think about those lazy, hazy, crazy days of summer and check out our area’s United Methodist summer camps. 

Lots of great programming will be available.

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