Granger United Methodist Church is an historic church which has faithfully served the community in Granger Township for over 200 years. We are committed to answering Christ's call to preach the Gospel and baptize in the name of the Father, and the Son, and the Holy Spirit in our community. We are dedicated to the mission of the United Methodist Church to make disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world.
Beloved, we are God’s children now; what we will be has not yet been revealed.
What we do know is this: when he is revealed, we will be like him,
for we will see him as he is.
1 John 3:2
OUR BELIEFS
We are Followers of Christ
The church is a community of belivers dedicated to spreading the Gospel of Jesus Christ. We believe each member has been gifted by the Holy Spirit with special abilites to move the Church to good works in our community. Our doors are open to all who seek to develop and deepen their relationship with God through Jesus Christ.
Live a life devoted to Jesus Christ, the head of the Church.
Love God, neighbor and self.
Offer acceptance of all people after the example of Jesus Christ.
Prayerfully seek God’s will and lift the world into God’s care.
Trust in the Holy Spirit and those God raises up in the congregation to lead.
Create an oasis of Peace in a chaotic world.
By the Grace of God...
By the grace of God, we will live into this calling.
Though the times are swirling with uncertainty, of this we are certain; God’s Will shall be revealed to those who are seeking to walk the Way of Christ. We invite you to walk with us as we follow Jesus Christ.
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WHAT SHOULD I EXPECT?
Come as you are
We want you to come just as you are. When you walk through our doors you may see people in suits and ties, but you will also see people in jeans and t-shirts. We want to make sure when you visit you are comfortable and that is all that matters to us. As long you are come through our doors, we want to make sure you feel loved and welcomed. If you ever need anything, always feel free to connect with us. We love to hear from our new visitors. We have visitors parking out front if you wish to use these spots. Then head to the front door which leads to the Worship Center, New Visitor Information
OUR AWESOME TEAM
Get to know the Granger Church staff
Pastor Wendy Brown
Pastor Wendy received her call to ministry from the Lord in 2017. She was in the East Ohio Conference of the UMC's candidacy program until June of 2018 when she graduated licensing school and was appointed to Cornerstone UMC that July. In October of 2020 Elyria Zion UMC was added to her charge as well. Wendy was appointed to Granger UMC in Medina County, Ohio July 1, 2022. She is currently in an educational program known as the Course of Study. This program, overseen by the UMC General Board of Higher Education and Ministry, is a twenty course program designed for the edification of Licensed Local Pastors within the UMC.
Pastor Wendy hopes that her ministry will be a reflection of Christ's time here on earth. She strives through the power of the Holy Spirit to lead the church in her charge to be in mission with our community to bring the love of Jesus to all through meaningful worship and intentional outreach and service of others. Her favorite Bible verse is Philippians 4:4, "Be joyful always because you belong to the Lord. I will say it again; be joyful!"
Pastor Wendy and her husband Don have been happily married since 1993. They have a son, Drew, who lives in Barberton and another son, Matthew and a daughter, Laura, who both live in Wadsworth
Pastor Wendy loves to quilt in her free time and enjoys many other crafts with her cats by her side.
Joyce Paulson
Financial Secretary
Ellen Codding
Treasurer
Doug Patty
Custodian
Doug serves as our Custodian. He has a passion for serving God and engaging in fellowship with others.
