Worship with us!
We are an international congregation of more than 220 members from nearly 40 countries and as many Christian traditions, worshipping together in English in the United Methodist tradition.
We invite you to join us for in-person worship every Sunday morning at 11:15 at Sechshauser Strasse 56. Sunday School for children aged 6 to 14 years is held during the service each week. A nursery room for young children is provided during the service.
As always, you also may worship with us online, by clicking on the button below on Sunday morning, or by going to tv.emk.at.
You may subscribe to receive our monthly newsletter and other occasional updates by sending your request to esumc@emk.at.
We welcome you to our community of faith!
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Meet our Pastor!
The Rev. John Calhoun is an ordained elder of the New York Annual Conference of the United Methodist Church, and a missionary of the UMC General Board of Global Ministries.
Pastor John has served with ESUMC since 2020. He and his wife, Noel, have two adult sons living in the US.
Latest News
After a pause for the summer season, Bible study has resumed on 26 August with a multi-week study on Paul's letter to the Galatians.
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It is right to give our thanks and praise!
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This program of spiritual growth and learning in preparation for church membership is offered to youth aged 14 to 18 years.
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As our Congregational Care Team begins its second year of service, you are invited to take part in this ministry of grace, as we provide spiritual and physical support to fellow church members.
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On Saturday 13 September, ESUMC members and friends gathered for our annual barbecue and hike in Grünbach.
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“Climate Justice? Theological, Spiritual, Political and Practical Dimensions” is the topic of this year’s European Methodist Lecture Program, beginning on 14 October 2025.
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Our church sanctuary is open again! We welcome your donations to help offset the cost of the renovation.
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The German-speaking congregation receives a new pastor starting 1 May. Welcome Pastor Antje!
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Simone Viljoen, ESUMC's delegate to Annual Conference, shares a brief reflection on the recent Annual Conference of the UMC in Austria.
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Team Klimaschutz
With the winter Wärmestube season now on pause, we invite you to support our new year-round Begegnungsstube.
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Under the leadership of Simone Viljoen, ESUMC's Lay Delegate to the Annual Conference, the UMC in Austria has issued a statement on "Creation Responsibility."
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Help repair and restore our two historic instruments with your donations.
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UMC in Austria Superintendent Stefan Schröckenfuchs, a delegate to the recent General Conference, shares his reflections on this historic meeting.
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As a global connectional church, the UMC in Austria is in relationship with the UMC in Ukraine and neighboring countries. UMC congregations across Europe are partnering with local agencies to care for refugees fleeing the war in Ukraine. ESUMC members and friends are encouraged to support these relief efforts by donating through our partner mission agency Diakonie. Please click on "read more" below to be directed to the Diakonie donation platform (in German).
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Annual BBQ in Grünbach
We thank you, Andrew, for hosting our September 2025 BBQ and Hike in Grünbach More than 100 ESUMC members and friends took part in this joyful celebration!
ESUMC Will Celebrate Harvest Festival on Sunday 19 October
Join us for a special service of music and song and dance, Scripture reading and prayer, and the giving of our offerings in support of God's mission in the world. More details will follow in the coming weeks.
ESUMC Celebrates Vacation Bible School!
Vacation Bible School 2025 was celebrated during 21-25 July. Eighteen children aged 5-12 took part in a week of fun, fellowship, learning, and spiritual growth. We give our thanks to Shelley, Noussi, and the entire VBS team for planning for the week, with the theme, "Building God's Kingdom."
Join Our Music Ministry
ESUMC hosts two choirs for adults (Chancel Choir and African Singers and Drummers) and the Sing Out Choir for children and youth. Our choirs regularly sing in services of worship, and all are welcome to join! For more information, speak with our music director Marilyn, or write to esumc@emk.at.
Donate in Support of ESUMC
Please give generously in support of the ministry of ESUMC:
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Volunteer with ESUMC
You are invited to volunteer in service with our ministry.
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