The theme of our 2026 UMC Annual Convention is “Widening the Circle.” This year, we are creating new opportunities to bring more people into our community, strengthen the connections we already share, and reconnect with those who may have been away. At the heart of this year’s Convention is connection and reconnection—coming together, sharing ideas and experiences, supporting one another, and discovering new ways to participate in the life of our community.

Join us on the first Thursday of each month for Thoughtful Thursdays, a one-hour gathering filled with engaging conversations, shared wisdom, and inspiring ideas to enrich your life. Each session features a 45-minute live discussion on a variety of topics, followed by 15 minutes for questions and answers.Can’t attend live? Register anyway, and we’ll send you a link to the event recording so you can enjoy it whenever your schedule allows!

PLEASE NOTE: Enrich your spiritual path and raise your consciousness through our classes. You do not have to be enrolled in our seminary programs to enjoy our classes!

CONFERENCE ROOM  AT UMC BUSINESS OFFICE IN ROANOKE, VA