Southern Hills UMC doesn't fit the megachurch mold, and that seems to be the point. This East Sioux Falls congregation runs on the kind of Methodist tradition that prioritizes showing up — for worship, for neighbors, for the long haul.
The church holds weekly worship services rooted in United Methodist practice, administers sacraments including communion, and runs pastoral care for members navigating real life. Youth ministry and children's programs give families a reason to stay connected beyond Sunday morning. Adult education runs alongside community service work, so spiritual growth here tends to point outward as much as inward.
Locals pick Southern Hills UMC because it holds a traditional Methodist identity without feeling frozen in time. The east side location serves a corner of Sioux Falls that doesn't always get the attention the newer developments west of town attract. For families and individuals looking for structured faith, genuine pastoral presence, and a congregation that does ministry in the neighborhood rather than just talking about it — this is a serious option.