Inclusive Community at Mesa Verde United Methodist Church

A short story about us

At Mesa Verde United Methodist Church in Costa Mesa, CA, we are a vibrant and inclusive congregation dedicated to serving God, one another, and the wider community. We embrace an emerging Christianity that encourages questioning and contemplation, focusing on compassion and love rather than strict dogma.

Who We Are

What We Do

We offer a variety of ministries and programs designed to foster spiritual growth and community connection. These include our Sunday Worship Celebration, children’s and youth programs, women's ministry with United Women in Faith, and the Hospitality Kitchen, which provides meals to those in need. As a reconciling congregation, we affirm that everyone is welcome, regardless of background or belief, especially those, like our LGBTQIA+ siblings, who have been left out of traditional churches.

If you are gay, trans, straight, or not sure and still figuring it out, you are welcome here. If you are male, female, or non-binary, you are welcome here. If you are a person of color, of racial or ethnic descent, you are welcome here. If you have been going to church your entire life, or you just showed up here to ask directions because you got lost on your way to the OC Fairgrounds, you are welcome here. If you are as young as can be, or older than dirt, or somewhere in between, you are welcome here. If you are a Republican, a Democrat, an Independent, or a “decline to specify,” you are welcome here. If you have long hair, short hair, or no hair, you are welcome here. If you are here for the sermon, or here for the music, or just here for donuts and coffee after the worship service, you are welcome here. If your parents dragged you here or your kids made you come, you are welcome here. If you have piercings or ink, you are welcome here. If your faith is as strong as a rock, or you have your doubts just like the rest of us, you are welcome here. If you have been attending church for years or this is your first time, you are welcome here. ALL are welcome here! We are glad you are a part of the family!