
Open Communion
The table of Holy Communion is Christ's table, not the table of The United Methodist Church or of the local congregation. The table is open to anyone who seeks to respond to Christ's love and to lead a new life of peace and love.
Transfiguration Sunday
Commemorating when Jesus is transfigured and becomes radiant in glory upon a mountain.

Ash Wednesday
Ash Wednesday – officially known as the Day of Ashes — is a day of repentance, when Christians confess their sins and profess their devotion to God.
(First Day of Lent)
1st Sunday of Lent (He Will Call)
The First Sunday in Lent takes its name “Invocabit” which is Latin for, “He will call.” It makes up the first words to our Introit, which is from Psalm 91:15-16, “He shall call upon Me, and I will answer him; I will deliver him and honor him. With long life I will satisfy him, and show him My salvation.” These words are spoken of Christ.”
2nd Sunday of Lent (Remember)
The second Sunday in Lent is also known as Reminiscere, which, in Latin, means: “Remember (O Lord)”. This is the opening phrase of the Introit — “Remember, Lord, thy tender mercies and thy loving kindnesses; for they have been ever of old” (Psalm 25:6 kjv)
3rd Sunday of Lent (Eyes)
The third Sunday in Lent is also known as Oculi. The name comes from the first word in Latin of the introit of the day (taken from Psalm 25): Oculi mei semper ad Dominum – My eyes are always on God.
4th Sunday of Lent (Rejoice)
This Sunday gets its name from the first few words (incipit) of the traditional Latin entrance (Introit) for the Mass of the day. "Laetare Jerusalem" ("Rejoice, O Jerusalem") is Latin from Isaiah 66:10. Laetare is the first word —Lent is a time of rebuilding our spiritual lives through prayer, meaning “rejoice” — in the Latin text.

Open Communion
The table of Holy Communion is Christ's table, not the table of The United Methodist Church or of the local congregation. The table is open to anyone who seeks to respond to Christ's love and to lead a new life of peace and love.
5th Sunday of Lent (Judge)
Judica The Fifth Sunday in Lent (Passion Sunday) takes its name “Judica” from the first word of the Introit in Latin, “Judge” (Psalm 43.1)

Maundy Thursday Service
Maundy Thursday is an alternate name for Holy Thursday, the first of the three days of solemn remembrance of the events leading up to and immediately following the crucifixion of Jesus.
The English word "Maundy" comes from the Latin mandatum, which means "commandment."


Open Communion
The table of Holy Communion is Christ's table, not the table of The United Methodist Church or of the local congregation. The table is open to anyone who seeks to respond to Christ's love and to lead a new life of peace and love.



Open Communion
The table of Holy Communion is Christ's table, not the table of The United Methodist Church or of the local congregation. The table is open to anyone who seeks to respond to Christ's love and to lead a new life of peace and love.
Pentecost
Commemorating the day on which the Spirit descended upon the apostles, and on which, under Peter's preaching, so many thousands were converted in Jerusalem


Open Communion
The table of Holy Communion is Christ's table, not the table of The United Methodist Church or of the local congregation. The table is open to anyone who seeks to respond to Christ's love and to lead a new life of peace and love.

Open Communion
The table of Holy Communion is Christ's table, not the table of The United Methodist Church or of the local congregation. The table is open to anyone who seeks to respond to Christ's love and to lead a new life of peace and love.

Open Communion
The table of Holy Communion is Christ's table, not the table of The United Methodist Church or of the local congregation. The table is open to anyone who seeks to respond to Christ's love and to lead a new life of peace and love.

World Communion Sunday
World Communion Sunday is a day to remember that Jesus Christ is the Head of the Church and that every Christian Church and any denomination that promotes Christian unity are one. On this day, people draw faith and inspiration from seeing that they are part of a community that boasts millions of believers and worshippers.
The table of Holy Communion is Christ's table, not the table of The United Methodist Church or of the local congregation. The table is open to anyone who seeks to respond to Christ's love and to lead a new life of peace and love.

Laity Sunday
Celebrates the ministry and witness of laypersons everywhere through a special service.

Open Communion
The table of Holy Communion is Christ's table, not the table of The United Methodist Church or of the local congregation. The table is open to anyone who seeks to respond to Christ's love and to lead a new life of peace and love.
Christ the King / Reign of Christ Sunday
A celebration observed by Christians of all denominations as a way to recognize and honor Jesus Christ as the ‘King of Kings.’


1st Sunday of Advent (Hope)
The first week of Advent is the candle of hope. Also known as the "prophecy candle", it is in this first week of Advent that we remember Old Testament prophecies of the coming Messiah. The color of the candle is purple to symbolize the royalty of Jesus Christ.

Advent Service
To prepare our hearts and minds for the coming of our Lord, Jesus Christ!

2nd Sunday of Advent (Peace)
The second candle of Advent is called the Peace candle; as we anticipate Christmas, let us remember the birth of the Prince of Peace. Let us remember our need for a Savior to save us from our sins, and give us peace with God.

Advent Service
To prepare our hearts and minds for the coming of our Lord, Jesus Christ!

3rd Sunday of Advent (Joy)
The third week of Advent is the candle of joy. Also known as the "shepherd candle", it is in this third week of advent that we rejoice for the coming King. The shepherds experienced joy at the good news of the birth of the Messiah.

Advent Service
To prepare our hearts and minds for the coming of our Lord, Jesus Christ!
4th Sunday of Advent (Love)
The fourth candle reminds us that the angels are the messengers of God who, in this case, bring good news. The good news is that there is a new king in town, and he is taking over. That is the message of the angels to everyone who will listen. This kingdom is both a present and future reality.

Open Communion
The table of Holy Communion is Christ's table, not the table of The United Methodist Church or of the local congregation. The table is open to anyone who seeks to respond to Christ's love and to lead a new life of peace and love.

Epiphany of the Lord
A celebration of how a star led the Magi to visit the baby Jesus after he had been born. 'Epiphany' comes from the Greek word meaning 'to reveal', as it is when the baby Jesus was 'revealed' to the world

Souper Bowl of Caring
We will be accepting Monetary and/or food donations for the Upper Rock Island County Food Pantry at Port Byron Messiah Lutheran Church.

Open Communion
The table of Holy Communion is Christ's table, not the table of The United Methodist Church or of the local congregation. The table is open to anyone who seeks to respond to Christ's love and to lead a new life of peace and love.

Epiphany of the Lord
A celebration of how a star led the Magi to visit the baby Jesus after he had been born. 'Epiphany' comes from the Greek word meaning 'to reveal', as it is when the baby Jesus was 'revealed' to the world

Open Communion
The table of Holy Communion is Christ's table, not the table of The United Methodist Church or of the local congregation. The table is open to anyone who seeks to respond to Christ's love and to lead a new life of peace and love.
4th Sunday of Advent (Love)
The fourth candle reminds us that the angels are the messengers of God who, in this case, bring good news. The good news is that there is a new king in town, and he is taking over. That is the message of the angels to everyone who will listen. This kingdom is both a present and future reality.

Advent Service
To prepare our hearts and minds for the coming of our Lord, Jesus Christ!

3rd Sunday of Advent (Joy)
The third week of Advent is the candle of joy. Also known as the "shepherd candle", it is in this third week of advent that we rejoice for the coming King. The shepherds experienced joy at the good news of the birth of the Messiah.

Advent Service
To prepare our hearts and minds for the coming of our Lord, Jesus Christ!

2nd Sunday of Advent (Peace)
The second candle of Advent is called the Peace candle; as we anticipate Christmas, let us remember the birth of the Prince of Peace. Let us remember our need for a Savior to save us from our sins, and give us peace with God.

Advent Service
To prepare our hearts and minds for the coming of our Lord, Jesus Christ!

1st Sunday of Advent (Hope)
The first week of Advent is the candle of hope. Also known as the "prophecy candle", it is in this first week of Advent that we remember Old Testament prophecies of the coming Messiah. The color of the candle is purple to symbolize the royalty of Jesus Christ.

Christ the King / Reign of Christ Sunday
A celebration observed by Christians of all denominations as a way to recognize and honor Jesus Christ as the ‘King of Kings.’

Open Communion
The table of Holy Communion is Christ's table, not the table of The United Methodist Church or of the local congregation. The table is open to anyone who seeks to respond to Christ's love and to lead a new life of peace and love.

Laity Sunday
Celebrates the ministry and witness of laypersons everywhere through a special service.

World Communion Sunday
World Communion Sunday is a day to remember that Jesus Christ is the Head of the Church and that every Christian Church and any denomination that promotes Christian unity are one. On this day, people draw faith and inspiration from seeing that they are part of a community that boasts millions of believers and worshippers.
The table of Holy Communion is Christ's table, not the table of The United Methodist Church or of the local congregation. The table is open to anyone who seeks to respond to Christ's love and to lead a new life of peace and love.
150th Anniversary Celebration
During the year 1874, Coe Township residents decided to build a church and call it Fairfield. A hundred and fifty years later, the church is still here and home to many faithful parishioners. Join us as we celebrate this important milestone!

Open Communion
The table of Holy Communion is Christ's table, not the table of The United Methodist Church or of the local congregation. The table is open to anyone who seeks to respond to Christ's love and to lead a new life of peace and love.

Open Communion
The table of Holy Communion is Christ's table, not the table of The United Methodist Church or of the local congregation. The table is open to anyone who seeks to respond to Christ's love and to lead a new life of peace and love.

Open Communion
The table of Holy Communion is Christ's table, not the table of The United Methodist Church or of the local congregation. The table is open to anyone who seeks to respond to Christ's love and to lead a new life of peace and love.

Open Communion
The table of Holy Communion is Christ's table, not the table of The United Methodist Church or of the local congregation. The table is open to anyone who seeks to respond to Christ's love and to lead a new life of peace and love.
Pentecost
Commemorating the day on which the Spirit descended upon the apostles, and on which, under Peter's preaching, so many thousands were converted in Jerusalem


Open Communion
The table of Holy Communion is Christ's table, not the table of The United Methodist Church or of the local congregation. The table is open to anyone who seeks to respond to Christ's love and to lead a new life of peace and love.

Open Communion
The table of Holy Communion is Christ's table, not the table of The United Methodist Church or of the local congregation. The table is open to anyone who seeks to respond to Christ's love and to lead a new life of peace and love.


Maundy Thursday Service
Maundy Thursday is an alternate name for Holy Thursday, the first of the three days of solemn remembrance of the events leading up to and immediately following the crucifixion of Jesus.
The English word "Maundy" comes from the Latin mandatum, which means "commandment."