We believe that worship is an integral part of the life of a follower of Jesus Christ, for we were created by God and for God’s pleasure and are told in the Word of God that God delights in the praises of his people.

We further believe that worship is more than just an opportunity for us to get right with God and be refreshed for the week to come, but in some mysterious way connects us with God’s story of redeeming his creation.

Every worship service is designed to participate in God’s story and to bring pleasure to his heart.

Beginning Sunday, September 7^th we will offer two distinct worship services every Sunday.
Ancient-Future Service – Sundays, 8:15am-9:15am

God’s story is bigger than us. Though we’re included in it, and we are given meaning and truth through it, the story that God has been writing since the inception of the world goes beyond this time, this world, and this church. We are all a part of a much larger story, one ordained and nourished by the triune God.

The Ancient-Future Service at Akron FUMC is an attempt to grasp this immense concept. By practicing traditions from the ancient church and fusing them with a more modern approach to song and the arts, we endeavor to convey the deeper connection that exists between the modern Christian and those who have gone before us. By using more modern songs, a greater use of the arts, along with prayers and practices from the ancient church, our Ancient Future service provides a time of worship that is both experiential and engaging, but more importantly one that is transformational.

Classical Service – Sundays, 10:30am-11:30am
Often known as “traditional worship,” our classical worship service offers the opportunity for those who appreciate time-honored customs, music, choirs, and rituals to participate in a more conventional style of worship.

The Classical Service at Akron FUMC incorporates traditions and rituals well known by many and celebrates the great hymns of the faith. It also features a choir, occasional chimes, and soloists.

We ordinarily celebrate Holy Communion on the first Sunday of every month. Our table is open to everyone who professes Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord even if for the first time when they come. Children are also encouraged to participate even from a young age as we believe communion is a part of the journey of discipleship.

We celebrate the seasons of Advent, Christmas, Epiphany, Lent, Easter, and Pentecost. You can expect a sermon that is biblically based and which will engage your heart, mind, and soul.