Ardmore Celebrates “A Century of Love; Moving Forward in Faith”
In 2024, Ardmore UMC celebrates the 100th anniversary of its founding. In recognition of this momentous occasion, we're hosting a full slate of events to help our church and surrounding community recognize our rich history, honor our enduring legacy, and envision our future with renewed faith and commitment.
With hearts full of gratitude and joy for the countless blessings we have received, everyone is invited to join in the celebrations listed below as we mark a century since our church first opened its doors transforming the Ardmore community and beyond. Let us come together to honor our past, celebrate our present, and inspire one another as we step forward into the next century of our church’s journey.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Look for more information about these upcoming events in the weekly email (click here to subscribe) or in the Sunday bulletin.
September 14 - End-of-Summer Block Party
featuring praise team concert, food trucks, and a fun scavenger hunt
September 15 - Back to Church Sunday
Invite a friend to worship
September 15 & 21 - Meet & Eat Brunch & Dinner
Casual gatherings in members' homes for fellowship and dishes made from recipes in past Ardmore cookbooks
September 28 - Day of Giving
a special Day of Giving with a goal of engaging 100 volunteers
October 6 - World Communion Sunday and 100th Anniversary Lunch
combined worship service, lunch, and congregational photo
October 12 - Playground Party
featuring 100th-anniversary themed craft, games, and snacks
October 13 - UMW Sunday and Blessing of the Animals
bring your furry friends for a special blessing recognizing recognize our mutual interdependence with God's creatures
October 22 - Young at Heart Luncheon
featuring a storytelling panel with longtime members and relatives of church founders
October 27 - 100th Anniversary Worship Services
sermon from Bishop Carter and celebratory reception
October 27 - Trunk or Treat
featuring trunks representing every decade of our history
November 24 - 100th Anniversary Organ Concert
concert by current and past Ardmore organists
PAST EVENTS
June 14 - WS Dash Game
Church goers enjoyed a night out at the ballpark wearing their new 100th-anniversary t-shirts.
May 17 - Outdoor (turned indoor) Movie Night
Our outdoor movie night became an indoor movie night due to the rain, but we still enjoyed food trucks and a church history trivia game with prizes.
April 6 & 21 - Meet & Eat Brunch and Dinner
Attendees gathered in members' homes for meals, fellowship, and church history trivia.
