God calls us to be disciples of Jesus, building community through
service and fellowship and sharing the love of Christ with all.
“The United Methodist Church of Westford is an open and welcoming community of Christian
Faith. Without any exceptions, we welcome anyone who seeks to love and to serve God.” Learn More
The crossing of the Red Sea is more than a story about a miraculous escape. It is a story about a people moving from one identity into another - from slavery to freedom, from Pharaoh's rule to belonging to God, and from the life they knew into a future they could not yet see. With the Egyptian army behind them and the sea before them, the Israelites stand at a threshold. They cannot go back, and they do not yet know what lies ahead. Yet God goes with them, protects them, and opens a way through the waters. When they cross, they do not simply leave Egypt behind; they begin to discover who they are as God's people. And they do not cross alone. They cross together.
This story speaks to us as a church, especially on Welcome Sunday. We, too, are a people on a journey. We come from different places, carry different stories, and find ourselves in different seasons of life. Yet God gathers us into one community and reminds us that we belong - to God and to one another. We may not know exactly what the future will bring, but we trust the God who has brought us this far and continues to lead us forward. God brings us through the waters not simply to leave the past behind, but to form us as a people who belong to God and lead us together into God's future.
As we begin a new season in the life of our church, may we remember: we do not cross alone. We cross together - trusting God's presence, welcoming one another, and stepping forward with faith, hope, and love into the future God is opening before us.
Exodus 14:19-31
September 13, 2026
Pastor Jinyong
Special Music
Youth Choir and Youth Choir Band
Bell Choir and Praise Band
Join us in-person every Sunday at 9:30 am or online.
Welcome Worship & Church Picnic
September 13
“A New Season Offers New Beginnings: Come As You Are”
Wherever you are in your faith and life journey, we welcome you!
We look forward to welcoming visitors and people who may be seeking a church home, as well as members and friends! Join us at 9:30 am for a special Welcome Worship Service in the sanctuary. Enjoy the spiritual presence and preaching of Pastor Jinyong, be moved by music from our Youth Choir, Praise Band, and Bell Choir, and delight in joyous congregational hymn singing! Stay afterward for our Annual Church Picnic outside by the picturesque Mill Pond—great food, meaningful fellowship, and fun games for all ages.
Each week on Sunday mornings at 9:30 am, we offer a welcoming environment, inspiring messages, and beautiful music. "The Ark" will be open and staffed during our Sunday morning Worship Services beginning September 13 to welcome infants and young children. Sunday School will begin September 20 during worship for kids and youth through grade 12. Parking is available at the church, and our building is accessible for people with disabilities.