What are United Methodists...a happening people!
Involved, committed, diverse, open. A people who try to be accepting, caring, hospitable and inclusive. Family- and community-oriented. A people who are concerned about those beyond their communities, around the world. Active in mission, responsive. A people who love music, church suppers and fellowship. Initiators, with a history of creating ministries related to education, employment, health and other issues. A people who like to tell the story of God's redeeming grace.
What are United Methodists...a covenant people
When you join a United Methodist congregation, you become a member of the total United Methodist connection. Members promise God and the congregation to uphold the church with their prayers, presence, gifts and service.
What are United Methodists...a diverse community
United Methodism was formed when the Methodist Church and the Evangelical United Brethren Church merged in 1968. United Methodists trace their spiritual heritage back to 18th-century leaders including John and Charles Wesley, Jacob Albright, Philip Otterbein, Martin Boehm and Francis Asbury.
What are United Methodists...a welcoming family
All persons are welcome in The United Methodist Church. We are firmly committed to inclusiveness. We celebrate a diversity of people, ideas and cultures and are enriched by our broad history.
What are United Methodists...a Christian people
We hold to the basic teachings of Christianity, and consider ourselves part of the whole church of Jesus Christ. The United Methodist denomination is one of many Christian denominations.