Ancient Prayers for Real Life One of the things I love most about the Psalms is how surprisingly honest they are. These prayers and songs are ancient – thousands of years old – and yet they still sound deeply human. They speak about joy and fear, gratitude and exhaustion, confidence and doubt, hope and heartbreak. In many ways, the Psalms …
An Ode to Pushy Mothers
Mother’s Day presents a sacred opportunity to reflect on the calling of motherhood. It can also be a day of sadness. Those who have lost mothers or were mothered by women who struggled with that calling can feel disenfranchised by the celebration. We see and acknowledge that, and we hold you in our hearts. Some mothers are saints, others are …
Desdie Marie Reed
With deep sadness, we share that our friend and sister in Christ, Desdie Reed, passed away earlier this morning, May 5, 2026. Desdie was dearly loved by her family and by many within our Peachtree City United Methodist Church community. Earlier this year, she celebrated the remarkable milestone of her 100th birthday, surrounded by generations of family and her Adult …
Alwyn “Al” Hogg
With deep sadness, we share that our friend and brother in Christ, Al Hogg, passed away on May 4, 2026. Al was a longtime member of Peachtree City United Methodist Church, joining in the early days of the congregation and remaining a faithful part of its life and community through the years. He was deeply loved by his family and …
From Generation to Generation
Connecting Women, Growing Faith, Building Community Before accepting a job at PTCUMC in December of 2018, my family and I attended and became members of this church. Tim and I were a young family with two little ones – Elizabeth had just turned 2, and Lillian, was only a few months old. Everything was new, and if I’m honest, a …
Confirmation Celebration!
This year’s Confirmation journey was a meaningful and transformative experience for both our students and me. From our first gathering in November through our closing retreat in February, students were invited to explore what it means to follow Jesus and take ownership of their faith. Throughout the process, we had powerful conversations, asked important questions, and created space for students …
Blake & Jason DeWitt
The DeWitt Family joined our church on April 19, 2026. Jason and Blake are already active in the life of the church, connecting with Young Families and participating in Bible & Brew. Their three children, Cullen (8), Beckett (7), and Orry (3), are regulars in Kids Ministry. You can find the DeWitt family at the 9:30 service, and we’re excited to …
Restoration & Renovation Update
Progress You Can SeeIt has been just over eight months since the flood of last summer. While this season certainly presented challenges for our congregation, we are excited to share the significant progress that is being made, and what you can expect to see as momentum accelerates into the final stages of completion. The third floor is nearing completion of …
Edwin T. “Butch” Hill
June 11, 1942 – April 11, 2026 Edwin T. “Butch” Hill passed away on April 11, 2026. A devoted husband, father, and grandfather, Butch shared 60 years of marriage with his beloved wife, Mary. He spent his career as a civil engineer before retiring to Peachtree City, where he became a faithful and active member of our church. Butch was …
The After Party: Easter Was Just the Beginning
Everyone loves a good celebration. Easter Sunday is one of the biggest celebrations of the year. The sanctuary is full. The music is joyful. The flowers are beautiful. Families gather. The energy is high. It’s a wonderful day. But here’s the truth most people know from experience – the story doesn’t end when the big event is over. Sometimes the …







