About Us

building a thriving community in the west end

Urban Ministry is a faith-based nonprofit focused on working with the residents of West End to build a thriving community

As an urban mission of the United Methodist Church, we work to extend compassion and opportunities for wholeness to everyone in the West End community. We do this by listening to the community, engaging your gifts and strengths, and building programs that honor every neighbor.

Our Team

Our team brings a wealth of expertise and a deep care for God’s work in the West End to all we do.

Get to Know Us

Our Board

Our Board of Directors provides governance and oversight to help us be effective in our mission.

Meet Our Board

West End Community Church

A United Methodist mission congregation in the heart of Birmingham’s West End

Beeson Senior Services

A mission of Canterbury United Methodist Church, Beenson Senior Services is housed at Urban Ministry and provides critical social services to West End residents including providing utility assistance.