Welcome to LJUMC

We’re a group of Christ followers who try to love God and neighbor, as we seek to grow in our individual spirituality and community with one another. We make a difference together and we have fun together.

Sunday morning Traditional Worship is both online and in-person and takes place at 10am. A brief Online Worship Tutorial for our Sunday morning online service can be found here.

Location Details

6063 La Jolla Boulevard La Jolla, CA 92037

“I give you a new commandment: Love each other. Just as I have loved you, so you also must love each other. This is how everyone will know that you are my disciples, when you love each other.”
John 13:34-35 (CEB)

Sermons

Meals with Jesus

World Communion Sunday brings the opportunity to celebrate the diversity of the Body of Christ. Leading our Worship service will be U.S. Navy Chaplain, Rev. Marty Tracy. Scripture: John 21:1-17 (NRSVue)

For Such a Time as This

As we conclude our Uncommon Wisdom series, we reflect on Esther’s brave decision to speak out for her people, even at the risk of her own life. Her story invites us to consider the moments when we are called to act with courage and conviction, trusting that God has placed us exactly where we need to be “for such a time as this.” Scripture: Esther 7:1-6, 9-10; 9:20-22 (NRSVue)

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Church News

Sermon Note: Needles & Camels

Introduction Continuing our Walking with Jesus series, we turn to Mark 10:17-31, where Jesus challenges a rich man to release his wealth and follow him. This difficult passage calls us to examine our own relationship with material things, and in this season of stewardship, we’re invited to reflect on how our resources—both financial and otherwise—can be used to further God’s work. As we consider how our legacy is built through generosity, let’s ask ourselves: What are the “riches” we cling…

Sermon Note: For Such a Time as This

Introduction As we conclude our Uncommon Wisdom series, we turn to the story of Esther—a powerful narrative of courage, timing, and divine providence. This week, we reflect on Esther’s brave decision to speak out for her people, even at the risk of her own life. Her story invites us to consider the moments when we are called to act with courage and conviction, trusting that God has placed us exactly where we need to be “for such a time as…

Sermon Note: In Praise of Women Who Lead

Introduction As we continue our Uncommon Wisdom series, this week we turn to a passage that often gets a lot of attention, especially around Mother’s Day—Proverbs 31. But this Sunday, we’re looking at it through a different lens. Proverbs 31 isn’t just a checklist for the perfect wife; it’s a celebration of strength, wisdom, and leadership, particularly from women. This passage describes a woman who is not only a capable and hardworking homemaker but also a shrewd businessperson, a compassionate…

Sermon Note: Holding onto Wisdom

Introduction As we continue our Uncommon Wisdom series, this week we turn our attention to Proverbs 1, where Wisdom is personified as a woman crying out in the streets. She offers a bold, no-nonsense call to those who are lost, urging them to listen and follow her guidance. This passage challenges us to consider what it means to truly hold onto wisdom in our daily lives. In this part of Proverbs, Wisdom doesn’t mince words about the consequences of ignoring…

Giving

As members of this faith community, we commit together to support the ministries of this church. One way we do this is through our financial giving.

To support our ongoing ministry, use the button below. To learn more about legacy gifts through our Church Foundation, use the menu at the top of this page.

Events

Bible Study with Kathy D.

  • 9:30 am – 11:00 am
Join Kathy D. for a new 13-week study of the book of Revelation beginning Monday, Aug 5 at 9:30 a.m. Note that we will be meeting on Mondays this time instead of Wednesdays as before. So why study Revelation? First, it is a book that most of us are less familiar with, and perhaps a little bit intimidated by because of its confusing imagery and, frankly, occasionally frightening message. A thoughtful reading with some guidance will help us better understand the book. But second,…

Thursday Bible Study

  • 8:00 am
Our weekly morning Bible study meets each week on Thursdays at 8am. This study follows study guides that could include short-term or long-term studies, academic books, and more. Like our Explorer Adult Class, leadership comes from within this capable and faithful group. If you are interested in joining this class, please contact Don Lincoln at dlincoln@dlincolnlaw.com or by phone at (619) 838-0817.

Traditional Worship

  • 10:00 am
Join us at our weekly Worship service here at La Jolla UMC! In an effort to remain welcoming to all persons, worship continues in both an online and in-person format. Masks are optional. Find our online worship and resources here. For information on Children’s Ministry or the sacraments of Holy Communion and Holy Baptism, select one of the images below.