Learn more from our Frequently Asked Questions, including what to expect at Sunday Services and... Frequently Asked Questions ARE YOU OPEN FOR IN-PERSON GATHERINGS AND WORSHIP? Yes! We have always followed the guidance and discretion of both the Tri-Country Health directives and the Mountain Sky Conference of the United Methodist Church in determining what is the safest approach in dealing with the Covid-19 pandemic. As of now, our facilities are open for gatherings and worship. We will keep you informed if that should change. CAN I WATCH A SERMON AFTER THE ORIGINAL WORSHIP TIME? Absolutely! Our worship content, including sermons, anthems, Children's Messages, and devoltionals are all available in chronological order at lumc.tv. HOW DO I REACH OUT FOR PRAYER REQUESTS OR CLERGY SERVICES? Need the support of prayer? Submit a prayer request online or give us a call. We look forward to supporting you and holding you up in prayer. WHAT IS THE CHURCH'S POSITION ON LGBTQ+ INCLUSION? The Church affirms that all people are of sacred worth and are equally valuable in the sight of God. It is committed to be in ministry with all people. The Church “implores families and churches not to reject or condemn lesbian and gay members and friends.” Underlying this is the constitutional principle of inclusiveness of the church. Everyone is welcome to worship and actively participate in the life of our churches. Laypersons may become members and live out their faith through their local church without respect to sexual orientation or practice. IS CHILDCARE PROVIDED DURING WORSHIP? Yes! Our Children's Ministries and Children's/Youth church provide Nursery childcare for ages 0-3, Sunday School for ages 3-12, and Youth Group for ages 13-18. All are welcome! WHAT'S THE PARKING SITUATION AT THE CHURCH? LUMC has a dedicated parking lot with several accessible parking spaces in addition to street parking. You can learn more to plan your visit here . HOW DO UNITED METHODISTS OBSERVE THE CHRISTIAN CALENDAR? With other Christians, The United Methodist Church celebrates the special days of the Christmas season (Advent, Christmas, Epiphany) and the Easter season (Lent, Easter, Pentecost). Other special Christian days fall during Ordinary Time, including Trinity Sunday, All Saints' Day and Christ the King Sunday. WHY AM I NOT RECEIVING NEWSLETTERS AFTER SIGNING UP? If you have signed up for any of LUMC’s newsletters but find you are not receiving them, they have likely been marked as “spam” in your email account. You can resolve this by finding the email in your spam folder and marking it “Not Spam,” adding communications@littletonumc.org to your email address book, or re-signing up for newsletters using an alternate email address here .

We offer several designated areas in which to park when attending worship or events here at LUMC... Parking and Entry Please use the following information for parking and access to our church building. Questions? Please contact us . Parking Areas West Lot - Exit to Datura St. This is the most popular vehicle entrance but will require some walking to access the building. Visitor Parking is available facing east and is marked by signage on the Courtyard brick wall. Park in this lot for: event parking, parking during Sunday services if no ADA accessible parking is needed, and weekday access to the building. Main Lot - Exit to All Streets The Main Lot is our largest lot and is central to the LUMC building. Park in this lot for: weekday access to the building, event parking, and parking during Sunday services if no ADA accessible parking is needed. East Lot- Exit to Gallup St. Due to our on-premises preschool, this exit is locked most of the time. Parking is available facing west when the entrance is open. Park in this lot for: event parking and parking during Sunday services if no ADA accessible parking is needed. South Lot - Exit to Shepperd Ave. Parking in this lot faces south on both sides, so visitors must use caution to enter/exit. Park in this lot for: access to the building when needing ADA accessible parking. Overflow Lots - East and West These private lots are lent to LUMC on occasion to accommodate additional guests. Park in this lot for: overflow parking during large events. ADA Parking at Littleton UMC Our designated ADA spaces are streetside along Shepperd Ave. or with limited spaces in the South Lot. Our accessible building access (without stairs) is located at Door 6 and Door 7 of the building. Building Entry There are five usable doors to access our church building: Doors 1, 5, 6, 7, and 10. All exterior doors typically remain locked, with entry restricted to Door 1 (near the church office) during the week. Specific doors are unlocked for public events, and are monitored during those times. Our ADA accessible doors are Door 6 and Door 7, and they are available during public events. For access during the week, please use the doorbell at Door 7 for entry, then proceed to the office.

LUMC hosts and organizes with several sister-ministries to serve the greater Littleton community... Classes at LUMC LUMC is dedicated to the ongoing spiritual development and exploration f our congregation. To that end, we're pleased to offer classes and learning opportunities beyond Sunday sermons. Next Class: To Be Announced Our next class will be announced soon. Stay tuned for details! In the meantime, check out our past classes below in the Class Archive. LUMC Class Archive Radicle Methodism This fresh take on the foundational roots of The United Methodist Church is perfect for anyone new to the UMC and for long time members. Hosted by Rev. Chris Carr in September 2025. View Class Recordings Here Access Class Materials Here The After Party With the After Party, you’ll be equipped and encouraged to do the hard work of engaging across differences, reframing your political identity in light of the Gospel’s promises, and focusing your heart and mind on the “how” of relating to each other before the “what” of political opinions. We'll go through the course together so we can share in conversation and foster our own relationships through creation of a brave space. Hosted by Rev. Christ Carr in October 2025. View Class Recordings Here Access Class Materials Here What in the World What does the United Methodist Church say about the hot button issues of our time? How does a worldwide denomination go about saying these things? What if I don’t agree with everything the UMC says about everything? These discussions were rooted in Social Principles as they now stand and were part of the What in the World sermon series presented by Rev. Chris Carr in January 2026. View Class Recordings Here Access Class Materials Here

Littleton United Methodist’s leadership and worship team is a group of seasoned, experienced, and educated professionals devoted to serving their community. LUMC STAFF MEMBERS Littleton United Methodist’s leadership and worship team is a group of seasoned, experienced, and educated professionals devoted to serving their community. Our leadership staff hold a variety of post-graduate degrees, and are focused on investing their time, energy, and resources not only into our congregation and faith community, but also into our greater neighborhood and community at large. REV. CHRIS CARR Senior Pastor Chris earned a B.A. in Public Policy Studies and Master of Divinity from Duke University. Chris has served United Methodist Churches in Colorado and Wyoming over the years, most recently as a District Superintendent in the Mountain Sky Conference from 2019 to 2025. His wife, Charlotte, is a hospice chaplain, and they have two young adult children along with a dog and cat. DR. DAVID KATES Director of Music Ministries David has served as the Director of Music and Fine Arts Ministries since 1991. He loves working with musicians of all ages, and has taught on the choral faculties of CU, Boulder & CCU. He holds music degrees from LSU, Sam Houston State and CU, Boulder. David is married to Kelly, who teaches performing arts. Their daughter Ella studies engineering in Vancouver at UBC, while Anna is a senior at Heritage High School. LISA PERKINS Director of Children's and Family Ministries As of February 2024, Lisa Perkins has enjoyed being the Director of Children’s Ministries for 10 years! When not at the church, Lisa loves to explore Colorado with her husband Dan, daughter Quinn and her local parents Chuck & Sherrie. Hailing from Austin, Texas where she taught elementary school for 10 years, Lisa and her family enjoy visiting Austin to see the Perkins side of the family – but only in the winter! ALICE CRAWFORD AMY HUNTER TARA WOLFE KACY POPOVICH Organist/ Accompanist Director of Great Escape ELC Director of Operations Communications Specialist Alice is a graduate of Westminster Choir College at Ryder University, Princeton, NJ. She has served as organist and accompanist her entire professional career in churches across the country. Most of those years she worked with her husband, Marvin, who recently retired after a fulltime career as a Director of Music. For the past 10 years, Alice enjoyed her position as accompanist for Centennial Children’s Chorus and Larimer Chorale in Fort Collins, CO. Alice grew up as a ‘preacher’s kid’ of a United Methodist Minister; coming to Littleton UMC feels like home. Alice and Marvin have two adult children and four grandchildren. Amy taught elementary school for six years before returning to preschool. Amy has a Bachelors degree in Early Childhood and Elementary Education, along with an Early Childhood Director Certification. What she likes most about teaching is seeing the changes and growth in each child. In her spare time she enjoys: reading, softball and being with family. Kacy is a professional office administrator with 20 years of experience. She has worked in the non-profit sector and is passionate about helping others. She has a special interest in human resources and received her certification in 2021. When she isn't working, she enjoys volunteering at the Goodwill, camping with her family and watching the Denver Broncos. She is married to Jeremy with two step-sons, two cats and two bunnies. Tara is a seasoned Communications Manager specializing in nonprofits and the arts. A Colorado local, Tara received her BFA from the University of the Arts in Philadelphia before returning to Colorado to earn her MA from the University of Denver. Tara is passionate about service and volunteers regularly with the Eating Disorder Foundation and Colorado Theatre Guild. She lives with her spouse Winter and their two beloved dogs. “Each one should use whatever gift he has received to serve others, faithfully administering God’s grace in its various forms.” (1 Peter 4:10)

Dedicated to the adults at LUMC, our Adult Ministries offer a chance to take a deeper dive into your faith... Adult Ministries Dedicated to the adults at LUMC, our Adult Ministries offer a chance to take a deeper dive into your faith. If you are looking for opportunities to connect and serve outside of study groups and educational classes, please contact the church office to discuss your involvement! Adult Small Groups Sunday Adult Group Opportunities Our adult small groups and Sunday School classes span a diverse spectrum of interests and theological perspectives. Groups meet at 9:45 am (before our second Sunday service) in various rooms throughout the church. Seekers The Seekers meet each Sunday in the church Reception Hall from 9:45-10:45 a.m. Class coordinators include Sue Poet, Jean Lundy and Hank Wyeno. The curriculum includes three major areas of study which are taught by members of the class and guest speakers. Those three areas include: (1) the Bible and Topics of Theology, (2) Social Issues and (3) Personal Interests and Growth. In addition, periodic socials such as potluck dinners and BBQ’s are hosted by members of the class. All are welcome. Friends in Faith The Friends in Faith class meets in Room 204 (upstairs above the stage) from 9:45-10:45 a.m. This group includes a wide age range of couples and singles, many with older children s well as aging parents. As a more informal group, Friends in Faith shares their lives and studies what topics seem most relevant and interesting. The group has a range of perspectives from traditional to progressive, and often finds themselves questioning or rethinking some of their previous theological understandings. Friends in Faith is dedicated to learning from each other as they share the opportunity to lead and support each other through difficulties. The group also engages in different social and service activities throughout the year. All are welcome. Fantastic Fellowship/Crusaders This class is made up of older adults and meets in the Parlor every Sunday (year round) for in-depth Bible study and lively discussion. The class is led by the members and lasts from 9:45-10:45 a.m. Fantastic Fellowship also hosts social events monthly for a more personal connection outside of class. Everyone is welcome! Explorers The Explorers meet each Sunday in Grant Fellowship Hall (Room 112) from 9:45-10:45 a.m. This group focuses on discussions of books about Progressive Christianity, Process Theology, Christian history, and World Religions. Everyone is welcome! Weekday Adult Group Opportunities This weekday study opportunity gives participants a chance to extend their faith-based exploration beyond our Sunday offerings. Enlightening Gospels Study Enlightening Gospels study group meets alternate Monday evenings, 6:50 - 8:00 p.m. on Zoom. After studying several non-canonical gospels, including the Gospel of Thomas and the Gospel of Philip, this group continues with books on the illumination of these less-well known Gospels of the early Christian churches, including Eye of the Hear t by Cynthia Bourgeault and others. Their agenda includes an opening prayer of invocation, study of additional books, mind, body, heart centering and group-shared discussion. The group meets periodically in person as well. Contact Marilyn Wells for more information!

The extensive and diverse music offerings at LUMC has a place for everyone! Serving a variety of interests and settings, the Music Program, under Dr. David Kates, encourages and nurtures musicians of all ages and experience levels to praise God with joyful sounds. Music Ministries The extensive and diverse music offerings at LUMC has a place for everyone! Serving a variety of interests and settings, our Music Ministries, under Dr. David Kates, encourages and nurtures musicians of all ages and experience levels to praise God with joyful sounds. From our different choirs and ensembles to community musicals, and extra opportunities in worship, we welcome you to join us, lift your voice, and make a joyful noise! Please reach out to Dr. David Kates to find the best spot for you. Contact Music Ministries Chancel Choir The Chancel Choir for adults leads in worship during the 11:00 a.m. worship service each week, and in several musical worship services and concerts throughout the year. Its members share time in worship and in fellowship while preparing music for services and Fine Arts Series events. Rehearsals are Thursdays from 7:00-9:00 p.m. No audition required. CrossFire CrossFire, our middle and high school youth choir, leads in the 8:30 a.m. worship service each week, and in special worship services throughout the school year. The group meets after United Methodist Youth Fellowship (UMYF) on Sunday evenings from 4:30-5:30 p.m. No audition required. Jubilation Choir The Jubilation Choir is a family of adult singers who meet together each Wednesday during the school year for fellowship fellowship and rehearsal. The group performs at selected events, luncheons and services each year. Rehearsals are Wednesdays at 11:30 a.m. in the Recception Hall. No audition required. Music & Movement Music & Movement welcomes all children PK-5th grade to explore movement and musicality. The group gathers weekly from 10:25-10:45 a.m. on Sundays, and sings throughout the year at the 11:00 a.m. service. No audition required. Chancel Ringers The Chancel Ringers is our choir for intermediate-to-advanced adult and youth ringers, and adds a special dimension to worship services throughout the year. In addition, this group sometimes performs for weddings and community functions, and takes part in area handbell festivals. No audition required. Youth Ringers Youth Ringers is a handbell choir for ringers of all experience levels in grades 6-12. The group leads in worship throughout the year, and attends a festival each spring. Rehearsals take place on select Sundays from 5:30-6:30 p.m. No audition required. "God has placed a song in each of our hearts, and the Music Ministry at Littleton UMC encourages and nurtures musicians of all ages and experience levels to praise God with joyful sounds. Whether you are interested in singing or playing an instrument yourself, have a child who wants to learn about music and worship, or even if you are just a part of the congregational choir each week, you have a place in the musical life of our church." ~David Kates, Director of Music & Fine Arts Ministries

Littleton United Methodist is hosting a Recovery Group for anyone facing life’s challenges, whether it’s addiction, grief, anxiety, codependency, or simply feeling overwhelmed. You are not alone! Recovery Group You are not alone. Welcome to a safe place for healing and hope. About the LUMC Recovery Group Our church offers this Recovery Group for anyone facing life’s challenges, whether it’s addiction, grief, anxiety, codependency, or simply feeling overwhelmed. This is a confidential, judgment-free space where you can: Share (only if you’re comfortable) Listen and be encouraged Find support from others who understand Take steps toward healing at your own pace No pressure. No expectations. Just support. Who is this for? Anyone looking for hope, connection, and a fresh start, no matter your background or where you are in your journey. What to Expect Welcoming environment Respect for privacy and confidentiality Faith-based encouragement (open to all) Coffee and light refreshments Meeting Details When: Mondays at 6:00 p.m. Where: The Parlor at Littleton United Methodist Church, 5894 S. Datura St. (Enter through Door 5) Facilitator: Senior Pastor Chris Carr Contact: Kacy Popovich, (303) 794-6379 ext. 114 or by email. Send a Confidential Email You don’t have to do this alone. Simply come as you are.

The Justice Team at LUMC is a volunteer group dedicated to creating a more just world for all. Grounded in the Social Prinicples of the United Methodist Church... Justice Team The Justice Team at LUMC is an Outreach subcommittee dedicated to creating a more just world for all. Meetings are held the last Sunday of every month at 12:10 p.m. following the church's second service. Everyone is welcome! Who We Are We believe in justice for all. We seek to follow Jesus who taught and modeled love for all, especially the marginalized and the most vulnerable. Together we learn, we write letters, we advocate, we take a stand, and we volunteer toward the goal of making God’s “Kindom” a reality on earth. We draw inspiration, courage, strength and support from our faith and from each other. We ground our work in the Social Principles of the United Methodist Church . We seek to engage in the work of justice with humility and respect. See these guidelines for engagement in the public arena. Learn More Here

The LUMC Commercial Kitchen is designed to accommodate small and medium-scale catering operations, small manufacturing, and a variety of other commercial uses. Rent Our Commercial Kitchen Discover the perfect space for your culinary events and group gatherings! Explore Our Kitchen View Our Rates Reserve Our Kitchen The LUMC Commercial Kitchen is designed to accommodate small and medium-scale catering operations, small manufacturing, and a variety of other commercial uses. Our extensive selection of equipment supports diverse operational needs, with professional management available for both on-site and remote assistance. All necessary supplies for operational use are provided, so there is no need to bring items such as towels or chemicals. All equipment and smallwares are readily available for your operational needs. For details or to arrange a tour, contact us today! 303-794-6379 info@littletonumc.org

Our versatile meeting and gathering spaces offer a perfect setting for every occasion – we do more than weddings and memorial services! Host your community events, education forums, or large and small group meetings with us.  Room Requests Our versatile meeting and gathering spaces offer a perfect setting for every occasion – we do more than weddings and memorial services! Host your community events, education forums, or large and small group meetings with us. Fully-Equipped Commercial-Grade Kitchen Unlock your culinary potential in our commercial grade kitchen designed for chefs and food enthusiasts alike. With top notch appliances and ample workspace, you can create, store, and serve with ease. Whether you are preparing for a large event or experimenting with new recipes, our kitchen provides the perfect environment to bring your culinary skills to life. Spacious Meeting Rooms Our meeting rooms provide a welcoming atmosphere for collaboration and creativity. Designed to accommodate various group sizes, these versatile spaces are perfect for workshops, gatherings, and events. Experience comfort and functionality in a setting that inspires connection and productivity. Convenient Location Our venue is ideally situated to serve the Littleton community and beyond. With easy access to major roads and ample parking, your guests will appreciate the hassle-free arrival. Whether you’re hosting a workshop, a family gathering, or a culinary event, our location makes it simple for everyone to join in the experience. PRICING Rent operations are tailored to your specific needs, equipment usage, and scheduling requirements, utilizing a flexible sliding scale. We are committed to accommodating your requests, including availability for second and third production shifts. Your rental includes access to the kitchen, utilities, operational supplies such as chemicals and towels, as well as all shared equipment. Additionally, we offer onsite storage options for an extra fee. Please reach out to us with your requirements, and we will provide guidance to ensure we meet your needs. Internal Church Meetings RESERVE HERE Members Hosting Groups RESERVE HERE Non-Member Groups RESERVE HERE

The LUMC Commercial Kitchen is designed to accommodate small and medium-scale catering operations, small manufacturing, and a variety of other commercial uses. Explore Our Facilities We offer a variety of affordable gathering spaces at our church. Whether you're hosting a community performance or celebrating life milestones like retirement, birthdays, engagements, and baby showers, the perfect space is waiting for you here. Reception Hall This room measures and has a capacity of . Available equipment includes Parlor This room measures and has a capacity of . Available equipment includes Conference Room This room measures and has a capacity of . Available equipment includes Chapel This room measures and has a capacity of . Available equipment includes Sanctuary This room measures and has a capacity of . Available equipment includes Grant Fellowship Hall This room measures and has a capacity of . Available equipment includes Next Steps We welcome you to learn more about our rates, ask questions, or schedule a tour! Learn More About Our Rates Interested in renting our commercial kitchen? Click the link below to learn more! About Our Commercial Kitchen

We welcome everyone to worship with us! We offer the sacrament of Communion during our service on the first Sunday of the month... Sunday Worship at LUMC Welcome to worship here at Littleton United Methodist! We make space for everyone to worship with us, and invite you to make LUMC your church home. Our Sunday worship is done in a “traditional” style featuring hymns, prayers, and a relevant message. The sacrament of Holy Communion is offered the first Sunday of every month. Watch a video of Pastor Chris' latest sermon and scroll to learn more about how we worship here at LUMC! Sunday Worship Times 7:35 AM Silent Centering Prayer Service Our Centering Prayer Service takes place in the LUMC Chapel and includes a chance to connect, a short reading, and a scripture reading, followed by 20 minutes of Centering Prayer and a closing prayer. All are invited to join us to explore and learn more about Centering Prayer and to experience in community this contemplative practice rooted in early Christianity. You may join us in our LUMC Chapel or online. Contact Marilyn Wells for more information. 8:30 AM Service This service is done in a "traditional" style and features a selection of hymns, prayers, and spiritual messages shared by our ministry. During the school year, this service features our youth choir "CrossFire," while the summer features soloists, ensembles, and other special music. Communion is offered the first Sunday of every month. 11:00 AM Service This service is also done in a "traditional" style and features a selection of hymns, prayers, and spiritual messages shared by our ministry. While our Adult Chancel Choir is featured for most of the year, summertime features our walk-in “Summer Choir," which is open to all. Communion is offered the first Sunday of every month. Service Live Stream Every week, we livestream our 11:00 AM service. You can tune in live or even watch later in the week! Watch the Live Stream Here Current Sermon Series Joyful Anyway “How are you?” Most of us aren’t entirely honest when someone asks us that question. It would just take too long to give our real answer! Because life is messy. We may feel decent, but there is that nagging thing. And that other thing. And that health issue you can’t forget. There’s just always something. Yet, joy can bubble up even in the midst of it all. Kate Bowler takes on that tension in her new book, Joyful, Anyway , which will be the theme material for Pastor Chris’s sermon series beginning June 14th . We Christians often put on a brave face, covering up our struggles. Bowler has a gift for encouraging us to lean into our real lives and authentic selves. We need not apologize for how we’re doing, whether upbeat or not. If you or someone you know is struggling–and if you have before or figure you may again–this could be an encouraging series. Children at LUMC We are delighted to have children at our services and as a part of our faith community. Our weekly services include a Children's Message, and children are invited to move to the Children's Ministry area for Children's Church afterwards (they are also welcome to remain in the service with their families if that is preferred). We also have a nursery is available for infants (up to 2 years) throughout the morning. Sundays also offer Sunday School, and our dedicated Children's ministry is full of activities and fun faith opportunities! Learn More Here Music at LUMC The extensive and diverse music offerings at LUMC has a place for everyone! Serving a variety of interests and settings, our Music Ministries, under Dr. David Kates, encourages and nurtures musicians of all ages and experience levels to praise God with joyful sounds. Learn More Here Planning Your Visit Littleton United Methodist is located in a suburban neighborhood just outside of Downtown Littleton. We have a private parking lot as well as on-street parking. Learn more about parking at LUMC, building accessibility, and how to navigate our building and grounds. Learn More Here