Welcome
Thank you for visiting us!
We are a warm and caring faith community gathering to worship God and sharing the love of Jesus Christ through our friendship and service to our neighbors here and around the world. We are a Reconciling Ministries Network church and we welcome and care for ALL.
If you are considering a new place of worship or a relocation to our area, we would love to have you be our guest.
Kenmore UMC stands as a LIGHTHOUSE church. We have chosen to serve as a lighthouse for those seeking a safe harbor in this storm of disaffiliations.
We invite everyone who is currently a member of a local disaffiliating UM Congregation to come and find a safe, welcoming and nurturing home with us.
Kenmore United Methodist Church is a Christ-centered community of faith and love,
reaching out to all. We are affiliated with Reconciling Ministries Network,
welcoming people of all sexual orientations & gender identities.
For more information, please click here. More Information
When you visit our church, you will find:
- A caring congregation that will gladly welcome you
- Preaching/teaching that is centered on the Word of God
- Ministries to meet the spiritual needs of every age
The Mission of Kenmore United Methodist Church is:
To grow through the Love and Justice of Jesus to serve ALL and care for our community.
Our Vision:
Every person has a relationship with God through Jesus.
Welcome to Kenmore UMC, Rev. Dr. Nicholas Perry!
KUMC Staff Parish Relations Committee is honored and excited to welcome Reverend Dr. Nicholas Perry as the Senior Pastor at KUMC. Reverend Perry brings with him many years of pastoral leadership and an enthusiasm to share God’s word and love. He is coming to us from First United Methodist Church of Westfield. Both Rev. Nick Perry and his wife, Rev. Carmen Perry, are ordained elders in the United Methodist Church, and are the parents of 2 children, Nathan and Nadia. He grew up in Niagara Falls and attended St. James UMC there.
The congregation will have an opportunity to join in a welcome reception for Pastor Nick and his family on Sunday, July 14, 2024, following the church service. Be sure to introduce yourself to Pastor Nick when you see him and give him a warm welcome!!
The Neighborhood HUB is Here!
Worship and Sunday School
You are invited to join us for worship this and every Sunday at 10:00 AM in person or on-line.
Childcare is available every Sunday for children age 4 and under. Care providers trained &
certified in CPR/AED. Please see an usher for directions to the childcare room.
Worship with us via our YouTube Livestream Link: Click Here
Live each Sunday beginning around 9:50 AM.
Sunday School Programs:
(following worship and coffee time, at 11:15 am)
These will begin again in September.
Pastor Matt Stengel is retired!
Matt's last day was Sunday June 23rd. We wish Matt & Cathy well in retirement!
Kenmore Community Food Pantry News
The Food Pantry is open Mondays 10 -12 and Thursdays 11:30 - 1:30. We serve the Village of Kenmore and Town of Tonawanda.
(We will be closed Thursday July 4th).
Urgent Needs for the Pantry:
Peanut Butter, Cereal , Tuna fish, and Pasta Sauce.
Kenmore UMC PreSchool Information
Now accepting applications for the 2024 - 2025 school year.
Kenmore UMC Alzheimers/Dementia Caregivers Respite Program
Check out pictures from our Mothers Day Tea!
Respite Program
UNITED WOMEN in FAITH
Check out what the United Women in Faith are doing! UWF Page - Click Here
Vagabonds Announcements: Stay Tuned for our Next Adventure!
NOT TO BE MISSED!
New Date Announced!
Vagabonds Going to Towne Players Dinner & Theatre - September 13!
"Four Old Broads"
Retired Burlesque queen Beatrice Shelton desperately needs a vacation - and NOT another trip to Helen, Georgia to see
the “precious little German village” for the umpteenth time. A Sassy Seniors Cruise through the Caribbean may be just the
ticket if she can just convince her best friend, Eaddy Mae Clayton, to stop praying and go with her.
Click here for more infoirmation
KUMC Youth News
YOUTH FELLOWSHIP - Kenmore UMC is partnering with Williamsville United Methodist Church to
offer weekly youth fellowship for youth in Middlers & Senior High. Come join us for fun and fellowship
each Wednesday from 7:00 to 8:30 at Williamsville UMC (5681 Main Street, Williamsville). Fellowship is
led by Ray McCabe and Pastor Gregg Stierheim.
For more information, or if you would like a ride from Kenmore UMC to Williamsville, please contact Ray McCabe (716.697.2942)
or rnmccabe@gmail.com.
This will restart in the Fall.
Prayer Requests
Did you know we have a Prayer Request page on this website? You can submit prayer requests through the website and /or you can see who is in need of prayer. Click on the Prayer Link in the top menu.
The Bishops Corner
Make sure you follow our Facebook page to see the message of hope from Bishop Burgos-Nunez at General Conference.
See the news above about Bishop Burgos coming to Kenmore UMC!
Check out our new Annual Conference/General Conference Page for all the new things in the United Methodist Church!
KUMC MISSIONS TEAM
Easter Flowers and Alternative Giving.
Thank you for supporting our Missions Project: Clara's Closet! We were able to donate $2215 to help refugees thru Clara's Closet.
Grief Support Group
Have you experienced the death of a loved one? Losing a loved one can be an incredibly difficult
and isolating experience. Grief support group members benefit from sharing stories, experiences,
and receiving mutual support from others who have suffered a loss in similar circumstances.
For more information Click Here
Worship:
Worship with us via our YouTube Livestream Link: Click Here
Live each Sunday beginning around 9:50 AM.
KUMC News
Get the latest under News.
Weekly Announcements - What's Going On At Kenmore UMC! Click Here
The Good Book Club
Usually meets the 3rd Thursday at 7:00 pm in the Church Library.
All are welcome!
Next meeting is July 23rd.
"Firekeepers Daughter" by Angeline Boulley
For the book list for the year Click Here
