GUMP

04/05/2026

02/20/2026

We’re excited to partner with photographer Tim Barrick during his upcoming visit to our area.

Tim is a traveling portrait photographer who spends much of the year on the road, offering Pay What You Can mini portrait sessions in the communities he visits. His work focuses on creating warm, natural, outdoor portraits that feel relaxed and meaningful.

These sessions are a great opportunity for individuals, couples, and families to refresh their photos and capture memories in a low-pressure, accessible way.

Photos sessions are on February 21st at Hope Haven (1130 Barataria Blvd, Marrero, LA 70072). Sign up here: https://timbarrick.shootproof.com/booking/gretna-umc-hope-haven

02/17/2026

Join us for Ash Wednesday

Self guided devotion in our Sanctuary from 7-9 am

Drive-thru ashes offered from 11:39-12:30 and from 5:30-7

Gretna United Methodist Church

1309 Whitney Ave

Gretna LA 70056

10/22/2025

Please help us fill the GUMC food pantry 💜

10/18/2025

🎃 A Huge THANK YOU 🎃

We want to extend our deepest gratitude to our amazing GUMP families, GUMC members, and GUMP staff for hosting such a fantastic Trunk or Treat event! Your creativity, kindness, and generosity made the night truly special — from the beautifully decorated trunks to the smiling faces and sweet treats, it was a joyful celebration of community.

A big thank you as well to everyone who came out to join the fun! Seeing so many families, friends, and neighbors laughing and connecting reminded us just how blessed we are to be part of such a loving community.

Because of all of you, our Trunk or Treat was not only filled with candy and costumes, but with heart, fellowship, and joy.
We couldn’t have done it without you! 💜🧡

08/21/2025

Advanced Study Academies (ASAs) are designed to expose the most highly capable students to a challenging, rigorous, and accelerated curriculum. The academies focus on high-potential students who are successful in gaining admission through the ASA admissions process. The application window for our Advanced Studies Academies will be open from September 3 at 8AM - September 30 at 5PM, 2025.

Applications are only accepted for schools and grade levels with open seats and no waiting list.

Please note Pre-Kindergarten enrollment at our ASAs is not tuition-free.

Applications must be completed, including all required documents to be reviewed and confirmed for testing. The testing time, date and location assigned during the application process will be confirmed by the ASA admissions office before the testing date

🔗 Visit jpschools.org/schoolchoice for more information and to apply.
Please call the Admissions Office at (504) 349-7792 or email [email protected] for all questions.

🔗Visit jpschools.novuschoice.com to apply when the window opens.

07/28/2025

We are opening another 1 year old class! Please contact us if you or someone you know would love this opportunity!

07/25/2025

Come out and play with us at the park this Saturday!!

07/15/2025

We have a few openings in our pre-K 4 program to begin in August!!
Email [email protected]
For more information

06/26/2025

Join Pastor Marissa this Saturday at 10 am

See you Saturday morning at 10am at Gretna Heritage Park! **1035 Huey P Long Ave***