St. Matthews By the Sea UMC
Overview
About St. Matthews By the Sea UMC
St. Matthews By the Sea UMC is a non-denominational Christian church in Fenwick Island. Like many churches in this tradition, it typically offers contemporary Sunday worship, expository Bible teaching, small groups, and ministries for kids, students, and families. Service times and programming vary — please confirm directly with the church.
What to expect here
Worship style
Contemporary worship with practical Bible teaching
Quick facts
Denomination
United MethodistLocation
Service Times
Groups
Listing
VerifiedLast updated
May 2026
General guidance · United Methodist churches · not specific to St. Matthews By the Sea UMC
A warm, structured service with Scripture, music, and practical sermons. Strong children's and youth programs alongside vibrant adult ministries.
United Methodist churches welcome people from all walks of life. Their emphasis on grace means everyone — regardless of where they are on their faith journey — belongs here.
Weekly rhythm
Service Times
2 service times on Sundays
Verified by the church · May 29, 2026
Sun
Sunday
8:00 AM
Communion-By-The-Sea
9:30 AM
Traditional Service
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Groups & Ministries
3 groups across 3 categories
Verified by the church · May 29, 2026
All listed groups welcome newcomers
United Methodist Men
Weekly · ask the church for times
Men's ministry group
United Women in Faith
Weekly · ask the church for times
Women's ministry/mission group
Recovery
1 groupCongregational Care
Weekly · ask the church for times
Care ministry for members
Serve board
Where this church needs people. No gating on giving.
Greeter / welcome team
Meet people at the door and help newcomers find a seat.
greeting
Kids ministry helper
Support Sunday kids programming — background check may be required by the church.
kids
Tech / livestream
Help with slides, sound, or the livestream.
tech
Hospitality / coffee
Set up drinks and make the lobby feel like home.
hospitality
Outreach / community serve
Join local serve projects the church already runs.
outreach
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