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A Christ-centred home for Zimbabwean hearts in Hamilton.

We are a praying, singing, Scripture-loving family. Our roots are in Zimbabwe and our faith is Methodist, and the Lord has given us a home together here in Hamilton.

  • Sundays · 10:00 AM ET
  • Melrose United Church, Hamilton
  • Methodist · Wesleyan
  • All are welcome
Welcome

We love the Lord, we love His Word, and we love each other.

Three things you can expect from us, every Sunday.

Sunday

Worship at 10:00 AM

Come as you are. We pray, we sing, we open the Word, and we share life as a family in Christ.

Community

Zimbabwean roots, open doors

Our hearts carry the songs and prayers of home. Whether you grew up in Zimbabwe or have never set foot there, you have a seat at our table.

Faith

Methodist faith in action

We follow Christ in the Wesleyan way. Faith without love is empty, so we serve, we pray, and we hold each other up.

"How good and pleasant it is when God's people live together in unity."
Psalm 133:1
Heritage

Faith carried across generations.

Our church is more than a Sunday gathering. It is the home our parents prayed in, the songs our mothers sang to us, the elders who reminded us who we are in Christ.

For many of us, church is where everything comes together. Prayer for the week ahead. Songs that carry hope. Counsel from those who have walked with the Lord for many years. A table where no one is meant to stand alone.

Here in Hamilton, we carry that same spirit. Faith is not just something we say with our mouths. It is sung, shared, remembered, and lived together as a community.

We hold dear the things our faith has taught us. Perseverance. Thanksgiving. Respect for our elders. Joyful praise. The children learn by listening. The adults grow by serving. Every generation is invited to walk closer with Christ.

Hospitality In our culture, a guest is an honour. When you walk through our doors, you are received as family. No stranger leaves a stranger.
Testimony God has been faithful to us. Through migration, hard work, and seasons of change, His hand has carried this church family. We give Him the glory for every step.
Worship Our worship is prayerful, vibrant, and full of life. We open the Scriptures, we sing with our whole hearts, and we come expecting the Lord to meet us.
Church community gathering
Community

A church family that gathers beyond Sunday.

We are family beyond Sunday. We celebrate together. We mourn together. We pray for one another, and we keep showing up for each other.

Youth ministry gathering
Next Generation

Raising young people who love the Lord.

Our youth are encouraged to know Christ deeply, honour their parents and their heritage, and step into the future with wisdom, courage, and faith.

Leadership

Rev. Tazviona Nyarota

Rev. Nyarota walks with us as a shepherd. She preaches the Word with conviction, she prays with the burdens of the people, and she calls us into the Wesleyan life of grace, holiness, and faithful service.

If you are looking for a church where the Word is preached faithfully and the people are loved well, you will find that here.

Prayerful leadership Christ-centred preaching Pastoral care
Ministries

There is a place for everyone in this family.

Our ministries are how we grow in faith together, lift one another up, and serve the Lord with our whole lives.

Women's fellowship
Women's Fellowship

Prayer, care, encouragement.

Our women gather to pray, to encourage one another, and to serve the church and the community with strength, wisdom, and grace.

Youth ministry
Youth Ministry

Faith for the next generation.

We pour into our young ones with Scripture, prayer, and honest conversation. Our prayer is that they grow up loving Jesus and walking with Him for the whole of their lives.

Community fellowship
Church Community

Belonging that feels like home.

When the church gathers outside of Sunday, it feels like home. There is food, there is laughter, there is prayer, and the kind of love only Christ makes possible.

Watch

Get a feel for our worship.

A glimpse of the joy, the prayer, and the praise the Lord has been doing among us.

Mission

To make disciples of Jesus Christ.

Our mission is simple. We want to be a church that worships faithfully, serves with our hands, and shines the love of Christ across Hamilton and wherever the Lord sends us.

Our Faith

Methodist, biblical, grace-filled.

  • Jesus Christ is the centre of everything we do.
  • The Holy Scriptures guide our faith, our witness, and our daily walk.
  • By grace we are saved, transformed, and led into a life of holiness and service.
  • Baptism and Holy Communion are sacred gifts the Lord has given His church.
Visit

Your first Sunday with us should feel like coming home.

Visiting a church for the first time can feel like a big step. Here is what to know before you arrive.

Join us this Sunday

Worship begins at 10:00 AM ET at Melrose United Church, 86 Homewood Ave, Hamilton, ON L8P 2M4.

Atmosphere Reverent, joyful, and family-oriented. Whether you have been with us for years or it is your very first time, you will be welcomed warmly.
What to wear Come dressed comfortably and respectfully. You do not need to look a certain way to be received with love.
Who can come Individuals, couples, students, children, whole families. There is room for everyone.

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Upcoming Gathering

Seasonal revival gatherings.

Special revival services and regional gatherings are announced throughout the year.

Why it matters These gatherings are sacred times. The Lord renews hearts, the Word is preached with power, and the saints fellowship together in prayer and praise.
Who it is for Members, visiting families, friends, and anyone seeking encouragement in their walk with the Lord.
Connect

Walk with us beyond Sunday.

Give

Support the life of the church.

Your generosity sustains the worship, the pastoral care, the ministries, and the witness of this church. If you would like to give or have a question about how, please reach out.

worship@hamiltonzumc.com

Stay Connected

Walk with us through the week.

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