“I could see myself doing that!”

Were those the words running through your mind after watching the videos during the laity executive session at the 2026 Annual Conference? Or perhaps you’re already serving joyfully in similar ways and want to share your story…

United Methodist laity make a difference every day.

Every day, United Methodist laity live out that calling through their workplaces, volunteer efforts, community involvement, and service within their local churches. We want to give you an opportunity to inspire others.

In the videos and conversations featured during the laity executive session, we met everyday United Methodist laity who are putting their faith into action. They are teachers, healthcare workers, business owners, retirees, volunteers, committee members, neighbors, friends, and fellow church members. Through ordinary acts of service and witness, they are making an extraordinary impact in the name of Christ.

How are you serving joyfully?

Now we would love to hear from you. How are you serving joyfully? How does your faith shape the way you serve in your workplace, your community, or your church? What opportunities has God given you to be a light for others?

Throughout the coming year, we will continue highlighting stories of United Methodist laity through video features and other communications. We invite you to share your story and encourage others to discover new ways they, too, can serve joyfully.