Embodying the compassion of Jesus together
A diverse United Methodist faith community in Ocala, Florida
Future home to a holistic residential housing program for women
Compassion
Rooting our thoughts, emotions, and actions in the empathy exemplified by Jesus, we dedicate ourselves to alleviating and preventing suffering.
Imagination
Through prayerful exploration of God’s imagination, we aim to break free from the constraints of our present reality, embracing creative and transformative possibilities.
Adventure
Guided by the Holy Spirit, we embark on a daring journey, taking risks and embracing new opportunities as we follow the path of spiritual exploration and growth.
Women’s Housing Program
Compassion UMC is the future home of a holistic recovery program for women, which includes housing, therapy, resume preparation, job skill development, driver’s license and transportation assistance, education, family reunification, case management, and recovery services.
Worship with Us
Ascension Worship
Ascending to greater love together. The main worship experience gathers on Sunday mornings at 11 am!
Big Hammock Community Dinner
Ocala means “Big Hammock” in the Timucua language, the first settlers of this area. This is a weekly dinner church gathering on Tuesday nights at 6:30 pm where we come together for a shared meal, prayer, and Jesus story.
The Lord is merciful and compassionate, slow to get angry and filled with unfailing love. The Lord is good to everyone. He showers compassion on all his creation
Psalm 145:8-9