About Us

The thoughts of one leader in the early church were true in the first century and remain true, especially in 2020 and the Covid-19 crisis. The world does not yet know what will be. The Followers of Christ do not yet know what will be. This is not the first global crisis and it will not be the last. Christ Followers will trust God will reveal what we are to be when God deems the time. Until that time, we trust in God.

Granger UMC knows this is a time of swift changes, disrupting traditions and feeling pressed to adapt. It is also a time to hold onto the principals that define Christ Followers. While our in-person worship services have been suspended, Granger UMC leaders have not been idle. Our top priority is re-forming the culture of this congregation.

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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 santuary,

Rev. Bruce, moved into Granger Twp. in July of 2017. His ministry trek includes appointments in Ohio communities - Elyria, Strasburg, Mount Gilead, Lakewood.

Rev. Bruce and his wife Janet have been married since 1981. They have two daughters — Susan, who lives near Akron with her husband Nick and three daughters, and Megan, who lives near Columbus with her husband Dustin and daughter.
Rev. Bruce longs to introduce others to God’s Kingdom and desires the local church to reflect The Kingdom of God. He is dedicated to designing worship that is relevant, small groups that are soul-nourishing, and service that is transforming.
Recent books he has read include:
* Einstein and the Rabbi, Naomi Levy
* The Influential Mind, Tali Sharot
* Canoeing the Mountains, Todd Bolsinger
* Off the Clock, Laura Vanderkam

* Small Great Things, Jodi Picoult (mind and heart provoking regarding how we perceive others)
Podcasts that trigger his imagination:
Rob Bell, Malcomb Gladwell, and Naomi Levy.
The Superpower he would like: Unconditional love…always
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“ I wonder if the people who come to GUMC—visitors, members, pastors, friends—might be looking for room at the inn?” - Elaine greets you at the office online, on the phone and in person with a smile. She began her career at GUMC in 1981 and considers herself blessed by the people and pastors she has known and served over the years. Elaine and her husband, Guy, have two children. Anthony and his wife, Emily, who live in Brunswick with their 2 children and Elise who lives in Medina with her 2 children. Elaine’s perfect day is any day that includes time with any or all of them!