OPEN HEARTS OPEN MINDS OPEN DOORS
an inclusive faith community where all are welcome to
experience the love & grace of God
Sedona UMC is in a season of revitalization. Early in our journey, God revealed the vision that our work would be grounded in social justice and loving our neighbors. We are so proud that Sedona UMC, a faith community that has been serving the Verde Valley for over 40 years, is a fully inclusive and affirming faith community where all are invited to experience the love and grace of God.
We are people with open hearts, open minds, and open doors who value community and relationship. Together, we embrace faith, hope, and unity, creating a welcoming space for spiritual growth and connection.
WOMEN’S BOOK CIRCLE
Tuesdays 10am, begins April 28
The New Room at SUMC
The Girl Who Baptized Herself: How a Lost Scripture About a Saint Named Thecla Reveals the Power of Knowing Our Worth – In The Girl Who Baptized Herself, Harvard-trained theologian Meggan Watterson brings to life the powerful and often-overlooked story of Thecla—an early Christian woman who defied societal expectations to follow a path of spiritual freedom and devotion. Together, we’ll explore themes of inner authority, resilience, and what it means to claim our own sacred voice.
Book can be purchased anywhere books are sold.
Sedona UMC Calendar
ONGOING EVENTS
Worship (Sundays, 9am in The New Room)
Spiritual but not Religious Yoga & Mediation (1st & 3rd Sundays 11am-12pm in The New Room)
Sacred & Profane Art Gallery & El Dorado Studio Open Hours (Tuesdays & Thursdays 10am-3pm & Sundays 12pm-5pm)
First Friday Exhibition (1st Fridays, 4-6:00pm) Our Sacred & Profane Art Gallery invites everyone to join us every First Friday to meet local artists, experience live art demonstrations, and enjoy light refreshments. The current Gallery exhibition is Peace, Justice & Loving Our Neighbors, a collection of works that evoke civil discourse about human suffering, hope of reconciliation, and peaceful coexistence
Friday Nights at the Theater (Every 3rd Friday, 7-8:30pm)
Arts Academy of Sedona is proud to present Friday Nights at the Theatre. Join us in the New Room for an evening of Cabaret! To learn more/purchase tickets here: https://www.ticketleap.events/tickets/arts-academy-of-sedona/friday-night-at-the-theatre-2026
Monthly LGBTQ+ & Allies Line Dancing (4th Thursdays 5:30pm-6:30pm)
March meeting takes place Wed. March 25- no event in Nov./Dec.
LGBTQ+ folks and their allies are invited to The New Room at Sedona UMC. Come learn beginning line dances from an excellent teacher to a mix of musical genres. No previous experience necessary, bring friends! This event is free, but donations are welcome. Afterwards stay for community & potluck--you are welcome to stay even if you don't bring food! Learn more here.
WEEKLY SUPPORT MEETINGS (Recovery & Grief)
AA Open Recovery Meeting (Saturdays 8:00-9:00am) in The New Room, more info here.
Grief Support Group (Tuesdays 3:00-4:00) Hosted by Northern Arizona Hospice. Meets in the 2nd floor Meditation Room in the main building. Questions? Contact Cathy:928.639.6676
Refuge Recovery (Tuesdays 6:00-7:15pm) A Buddhist-inspired solution for all addictions. Meets in the 2nd floor Meditation Room in the main building, more info here.
Yoga of 12-Step Recovery (Thursdays 5:30pm-7:30pm) No experience needed. All addictions welcome. Mats/props provided or bring your own. Meets in the 2nd floor Yoga Room in the main building, more info here.
BOOK STUDIES & SMALL GROUPS
WOMEN'S BOOK CIRCLE Tuesdays 10am
The Girl Who Baptized Herself: How a Lost Scripture About a Saint Named Thecla Reveals the Power of Knowing Our Worth – In The Girl Who Baptized Herself, Harvard-trained theologian Meggan Watterson brings to life the powerful and often-overlooked story of Thecla—an early Christian woman who defied societal expectations to follow a path of spiritual freedom and devotion. Together, we’ll explore themes of inner authority, resilience, and what it means to claim our own sacred voice.
ONE TIME EVENTs
Celebration of Spring Joint Service (Sunday, May 17 9:00am fellowship | 10:00am service) Sedona United Methodist Church and Sedona Unitarian Universalist Fellowship warmly invite you to a shared Celebration of Spring. Fellowship begins at 9:00am, followed by the worship service at 10:00am. We are pleased to welcome the Verde Valley Ringers, whose music will add a joyful and uplifting spirit to our time together. As we celebrate the beauty of the season and the renewal it brings, please consider bringing a snack or treat to share—and plan to stay after the service for more fellowship and treats as we continue celebrating together.
Receiving Dao Ceremony — An Invitation to Be More Connected with the God Within (Saturday May 23, 2026 | 4:00pm ) Hosted by the Sacred & Profane Art Academy at Sedona United Methodist Church, this special Dao ceremony will be conducted by Ming Deh (Luminous Virtue) Temple staff from Los Angeles. This gathering offers a reflective and meaningful spiritual experience centered on inner awakening, harmony with nature, and connection to the universe. Interested in joining? Contact Rev. George Dorado: 928-699-9124 or georgedoradoblanco@gmail.com
Click the links below to hear Pastor Elizabeth on the podcast Church is Changing: Conversations with Ministry Innovators and Sedona Life Radio Show on KAZM.
