Albuquerque District

Welcome to the Albuquerque District of the New Mexico Annual Conference!  Geographically, one can behold the wondrous, expansive beauty of the distinct and varied parts of this dynamic District...from the deserts to the rocky plains to the majestic mountains... without ever leaving the District!

Our 49 churches and 18 Mission Fellowships  are celebrations in themselves of the extraordinary mission outreach that is  touching hundreds of lives in their active ministries. The Native American Ministry of the Four Corners area is an example of the huge iimpact Jesus Christ is having in the Navajo nation, where United Methodist ministries are thriving.  Many of our churches are also investigating the possibilities of expanding their ministry to our Hispanic/Latino communities. Two examples of this are Harwood UMC and St. Andrew's UMC in Albuquerque proper, where they are leading the way with life-changing relationships with Spanish-speaking communities there.  Our most recent new church start in the District, Mountainview in Rio Rancho, continues to reach new persons in that area. Others are starting new worship services, contemplating second campuses, beginning new faith communities, and adopting struggling congregations.  In addition, we support a growing Wesley campus ministry at UNM. And, the quality, commitment and vision of the laity of the Albuquerque District is truly outstanding.

 2011-12 Abq District Churches

On Sunday, February 12, 2012 from 4-6 PM, Bishop Whitfield will be in Albuquerque for his Regional Visit with Clergy and Laity.  All Clergy and the Lay Leadership of churches in the area are encourage to be in attendance however it is open to all who would like to attend.  The subject for the day is “Vital Churches”.  Please meet at St. Stephen’s UMC, 4601 Juan Tabo NE, in Albuquerque on Feb 12 at 4 pm.    Questions?? Contact Linda Lucas in the District Office, .

We are excited about ever changing and new programs to offer to our churches.

We have had a team working on a brand new concept:  A Free Store, where household items are  available for free as a volunteer staff invests themselves in ministry with the poor.  Initial reports have proven this to be an invaluable ministry tool for reaching those in need. 

We are definitely Re-thinking Church within the Albuquerque District.  We have teams trained in Radical Hospitality and eager to share with our churches. We have others with newly trained knowledge about growing dynamic small churches. And, District Superintendent, Jeff Lust, offers excellent, ongoing Transformational Leadership sessions to any District Church desiring to learn.

Jan 29th, 2012 at 1pm,  Central UMC in Albuquerque is beginning a new weekly outdoor worship service with their homeless neighbors called “Community of Hope”. The intent of this service is to bring together people who are housed and unhoused, churched and unchurched. All are welcome.  This is a connectional event. If you would like to participate in this by helping to serve food, providing music, or simply by being in community with us, please contact Pastor Greg Henneman at 505-243-7834 or or join us Sundays at 1pm on the south lawn of Central UMC.

Check out the latest Newsletter of the Albuquerque District UMW, The Mustard Seed, to see what kinds of great activities are going on with them!

 Abq Dist. 2011 UMW Newsletter

Did you know that Albuquerque District owns and maintains a lovely rustic campsite, located 15 miles from Albuquerque in the Manzano mountains? Grace Park provides a wonderful forest setting for day camping, as well as the opportunity for those who enjoy tenting to use the park for overnight or weekend retreats.  It is available for groups from any church in the New Mexico Conference!  It is provided at no charge for church and scout groups, trusting that our church members will leave the camp in good condition for the those who follow them.  Individual families may also book the use of the camp when it has not previously been reserved by a group.  Contact the Albuquerque District Office for more information and reservations.  (contact info at bottom of page) 

     Special Features: 
           >  30 x 50 ft. shelter with fireplace and charcoal fire pit
           >  Fenced children's play area
           >  Volleyball court, Tetherball pole
           >  Horsehoe pits, walking trails
           >  Crossover bridge for scout ceremonies
           >  Handicap available restrooms
           >  Fresh drinking water
           >  Outdoor chapel
           >  Variety of trees and plants, including giant Ponderosa Pines and
                ancient Alligator Junipers

Presently, the District is involved in a funding drive to build an new Chapel in the Pines facility at Grace Park.  Click here for more information on how you can help with this project!  The brochure includes a map of how to get to Grace Park from Albuquerque.    Grace Park Chapel in the Pines

Worship in the Wilderness   http://witwabq.webs.com  with Rev. Melissa Madara 

Office:       11816 Lomas NE, Albuquerque NM  87112
Phone:       (505)255-8786   FAX: 505-265-6184

District Superintendent:       
District Administrative Asst:    ">Linda Lucas
District Lay Leader: