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Beacon of Hope UMC now has an Online Giving option! If you would like to make an offering, a building fund donation, a donation to the pastor's discretionary fund, or a monetary gift to the Faith in Food pantry, you may do so by clicking the button above, or this Online Giving link.

Checking account information or a credit/debit card is required. You will have the opportunity to set up giving at your preferred frequency (one-time gift, weekly, monthly, etc.). You can also set up a personal profile which will enable you to view transaction history and save your payment method information for future gifts.
If paying in person or by mail with a check Please make checks payable to:
BEACON OF HOPE UMC
Our address is: 360 Water Street, Framingham, MA, 01701

First and Wesley United Methodist Churches have come together and are now Beacon of Hope United Methodist Church of Framingham.
We are in the church building at 360 Water Street, Framingham, Mass. Get Directions.

Lent and Holy Week

Beacon of Hope United Methodist Church - Framingham, MA

Lent at the Table: Soup, Bread, and the Word

This Lent, we invite you to join Soup and Spirit, a simple evening of fellowship and Bible study. We will share soup and bread, then spend time in Scripture together using Adam Hamilton's study on Luke.

Location:
Beacon of Hope United Methodist Church
360 Water St, Framingham, MA 01701

Come for a warm meal, stay for a deeper walk with Jesus!

Dates:

    Join us as we begin Holy Week with worship, Scripture, and the celebration of Jesus' triumphal entry.

    Time: Sunday, March 29 at 10:00 AM

    Location: Beacon of Hope United Methodist Church, 360 Water St, Framingham, MA

    Celebrate Easter with joyful worship, music, and the Good News of Christ's resurrection.

    Time: Sunday, April 5 at 10:00 AM

    Location: Beacon of Hope United Methodist Church, 360 Water St, Framingham, MA


    Save the Date
    LIST OF EVENTS

    Saturday, February 21 
    Meditation and Mindfulness Time Together (MMTT) - 2:00 pm (Third Saturday of every month)

    Sunday, February 22 
    Beacon Kids, Children Church - 10:00 am

    Monday, February 23 
    Meditation and Mindfulness Time Together (MMTT) -2:00pm
    Trustee & Finance Meeting - 7:00 pm
    Church Council Meeting - 7:00 pm

    Thursday, March 19
    Worship Meeting - 7:00 pm

    Saturday, March 21
    Meditation and Mindfulness Time Together (MMTT) - 2:00 pm (Third Saturday of every month)

    Sunday, March 29
    Palm Sunday Service - 10:00 am
    Beacon Kids, Children Church - 10:15 am

    Sunday, April 5
    Easter Sunday Worship - 10:00 am

    Parents are warmly invited to attend the adult worship service in the main sanctuary at the same time. Whether you're new to church or just looking for a fun and safe space for your kids on Sunday mornings, Beacon Kids is here to welcome you!
    Come join the fun — where faith begins, and joy flows!


    Recurring Events
    EVENTS & SERVICES

    Saturdays
    Saturday Morning Prayer Time, 7:30 am on Zoom.

    Sundays
    Worship Service
    10:00 am In-person and live on Facebook and our Messages page.
    Sunday School is during the worship service.

    Choir Practice
    9:15 AM - 9:45 am & 11:30 am
    All Are Invited!

    Wednesdays
    Wednesday Bible Study: on Zoom at 7:00 pm.

    Thursdays
    In-Person Bible/Book Study
    The study is from 4:30 PM to 5:30 pm

    Pastor Ji Min Bang's Office Hours
    The Pastor's hours are from 10 am to 1 pm, or by appointment.
    To email Pastor Ji Min use our secure Contact Us form.

    Wednesday Night Bible Study
    WEDNESDAY NIGHT BIBLE STUDY

    Join us at Beacon of Hope United Methodist Church for our Wednesday Night Bible Study! We gather together virtually via Zoom from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM.

    This engaging and enriching study offers a wonderful opportunity to:

    • Delve deeper into God's word
    • Discuss scripture
    • Grow in faith with fellow believers
    • Explore questions of spirituality

    Led by our knowledgeable and passionate leaders, these sessions provide a supportive and welcoming environment for participants of all ages and backgrounds.

    Homework before Wednesday's study:

    Starting Wednesday, February 25th, we will study Adam Hamilton's book: "Luke: Jesus and the Outsiders, Outcasts and Outlaws". Luke has long been known as the gospel that shows Jesus reaching out to help those who are marginalized in some way. As I think about our world today I can't think of a more appropriate book for us to study.
    It is not required to purchase the study book, but if you want the full experience, I encourage you to do so and to read the first week for the 25th.

    Join us on Wednesday evening, 7:00 PM-8:00 PM, through Zoom. Let's wrestle with these questions together!

    We invite you to join us as we embark on a journey together in pursuit of spiritual growth and enlightenment.


    Shaw's reusable bag program
    SHAW'S REUSABLE BAG PROGRAM

    Get ready, your month is about to start soon!

    Just a reminder that Community Victory Over Hunger Garden will receive $1 from every $3.00 GIVE BACK WHERE IT COUNTS bag sold during July 2025 at:

    Shaw's
    509 Boston Post Road, Sudbury, MA

    Every bag helps support the garden and our mission to combat hunger in the community!

    Thank you for your support!


    Faith in Food
    FAITH IN FOOD COLLABORATIVE

    Faith in Food is a ministry of Beacon of Hope United Methodist Church in Framingham. We provide food, toiletries, paper goods, and cleaning supplies to those in need north of Rte. 9.

    The First United Methodist Church fellowship hall (360 Water Street, Framingham) is open on Fridays from 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM.

    We are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit.
    Monetary donations are greatly appreciated and will be used to purchase needed items.

    Please make checks payable to: First U.M.C. (note Faith in Food)
    Mail to: 360 Water St., Framingham, MA 01701

    Faith in Food Needs the Following Items:
    This week's list includes:

    • Monetary donations (preferred)
    • Cereal
    • Rice
    • Flour

    Drop-off bins are located outside the Hall door and are checked on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

    Faith in Food is open on the 1st and 3rd Fridays from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM in the Beacon of Hope UMC Fellowship Hall.

    Thank you for your support!


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