Vale UMC-156 (smaller)

United in faith we seek to ...
Align our lives with the ways of Jesus Christ,
Invite others to journey with us, and
Move beyond our walls to create a more just and loving world.

Join Our Family

At Vale United Methodist, we cherish our mission to foster a supportive community that nurtures both faith and friendship. This section aims to provide insight into our church’s purpose and the vibrant life we cultivate together.

Join us to explore a place where you can grow in faith, connect with others, and engage in meaningful activities that enrich your spirit. Our ministries are designed to welcome all, creating connections that strengthen our bond and deepen our understanding of each other and our beliefs.

Sermons & Services

Virtual Worship: Facebook Live and Youtube at 8:30 a.m. each Sunday. Follow along with a bulletin from our Worship page.

In-Person Worship: In the Vale Sanctuary at 10:00 a.m. each Sunday.

Sermons: 

Sermon Archive on YouTube

Location:

We are located at 11528 Vale Rd. Oakton, VA at the intersection of Vale and Fox Mill Roads.

Announcements

Trunk or Treat – Trunk or Treat will be held this Sunday, October 27 from 4-6pm. We would love for you to be present, decorate a trunk, or share any creative ideas you might have for making this a wonderful community event. If you are interested and available, please let Miracle know by talking with her directly or emailing [email protected].

All Saints’ Day – On Sunday, Nov 10, we will be celebrating the lives of the many saints in our lives and read the names of those who have gone on to glory in the past year. If you would like us to read the name of someone who passed in the last year and who has been a saint to you, please contact the church office by Wednesday, Nov 6 with their full name, the date of their passing, and a small blurb about them

The Closet – Our next volunteer day at The Closet is Wednesday, November 6. We are asked to volunteer a total of 12 hours or manpower. If you can help out, please sign up here or on the Missions board in the hallway. The jobs are easy & the organization helps the greater area in so many ways. If you have questions, contact Nancy Abramson at [email protected].

Turkey Bags – The Mission Committee will once again be providing our SE DC families with Giant Dollars for a Thanksgiving meal this year. To participate, we ask that you choose to donate to a specific bag or to a whole meal here. Donations must be received at the church by Nov 12 either by check or electronically through PushPay. Please clearly designate “Missions -Turkey Fund” on your donation. Contact Mary Morran [email protected] with any questions.

Christmas Tree SignUps – The season is approaching! The SignUp Genius for our tree sales is up and running here, and early volunteers will be getting some “thank you” gifts this year. Help us make this year’s sale more successful than ever!

Sunday School Help Wanted – Are you interested in working with Vale’s children? We are always looking for volunteers who are willing to spend an hour on their Sunday mornings to help teach our Children’s Sunday School class. Materials and curriculum are provided. If you are interested, please contact the office at [email protected] or Miracle Ryder at [email protected].

Worship Services: We currently offer a virtual service at 8:30 am, and one in person service at 10:00 a.m. in the sanctuary

For more church happenings, visit the Vale Church Info page.

Get Involved

There are many opportunities to get involved locally and globally. To learn more about Vale Church activities, please visit our Get Involved page.

For immediate volunteer opportunities, please visit our Sign Up Genius.

Going shopping? Use the Vale Amazon link to support our church while shopping!

Donate  (Simply click icon for link)

  • Time

    Learn more about our Volunteer Opportunities on our Volunteer page.

  • Give Using Pushpay

    Donate money to Vale using your existing Pushpay account or start your account with an initial contribution.

  • Give as Guest

    Make a one-time gift to Vale.

  • Donate 'Stuff'

    Our 2024 Yard Sale will be on Saturday, June 1st. We take clothes, books, jewelry, furniture, and more! For more info or specific questions, email [email protected].

  • Amazon Shopping

    Every time you purchase something on Amazon a portion of the proceeds will be returned to us.