La Jolla UMC is a community of faith seeking to be faithful to the mission of Christ’s love.
6063 La Jolla Boulevard, La Jolla CA 92037
Get Directions • Phone 858-454-7108
10:00 a.m. Worship & Children’s Sunday School
8:30 a.m. Adult Bible Study
Nursery care is available for children under 3.
La Jolla UMC is seeking to hire a new director of children and family ministry. read more ›
Sunday, May 13
1 John 5:1-6
by Pastor Walt
We are victorious over sin and the evil that manifests itself in our world through the love of God and our putting that love to work through our lives. As parents we can feel confident bringing our children into the world and sending them out into world. … read more ›
Sunday, May 6
1 John 4:7-21
by Pastor Walt
The scripture reads “since God loved us so much, we also ought to love one another.” Our experience of and gratitude for God’s love in our lives motivates us to share love with others. … read more ›
Sunday, April 29
1 John 3:16-24
by Pastor Walt
As children of God, we are told to love one another, not just word but in action. … read more ›
Sunday, April 22
Luke 24:36-43
by Pastor Walt
Through the resurrection we gain clarity about our identity as children of God. So be at peace. … read more ›
Sunday, April 15
1 John 1:1-3
by Pastor Walt
In 1 John, we get a rehearsal of the how the Gospel was experienced and spread soon after the resurrection, and then we hear of a resurrection experience in which Jesus connects with his disciples and then particularly with Thomas. We’ll talk about how the experience of the risen Christ leads ... … read more ›
WORDS FROM WALT: Thank You BUC It has been a journey that has lasted a decade, this effort by our Building Upgrade Committee to turn your Golden Anniversary Fund generosity into a refurbished campus. It took so long and a few projects remain ... read more ›
WORDS FROM WALT: Being the Body of Christ January finds us welcoming guests onto our property for two weeks of meals and shelter as they pursue new opportunities for employment and housing. It’s the Interfaith Shelter Network and we ... read more ›
WORDS FROM WALT: Faces at the Manger I often wondered about the people gathered at the manger that first Christmas. Who were these folks really? What did they ... read more ›


"Becoming Our Best" I just started a sermon series entitled "Beconing Our Best." Last Sunday I spoke on Vision. The next four weeks I will address the topics of Devotion, Learning, Relationships, and ... read more ›
Happy New Year Here's a delightful poem by Alfred, Lord Tennyson, celebrating the coming of the New Year. May this new year be one with more peace and prosperity for all. "Ring Out, Wild Bells!" Ring out, wild bells, to the wild sky, the ... read more ›
"Occupy ..." There has been a powerful social movement sweeping our country using the banner of "Occupy Wall Street" that is trying to give voice to those who feel left behind in our society. In light of the policy ... read more ›
"Connecting to the Culture" I was treated to an evening of threatre this week at the La Jolla Playhouse. They are running the Stratford Shakespeare Festival's revival of "Jesus Christ Superstar." It was a delight and ... read more ›
Olive Tree Patio Dedication - March 4, 2012
Christmas Eve 2012
Children's Christmas Workshop 2011
Women's Retreat October 2011
Fall Festival 2011