What it means to be a United Methodist
Membership Vows
Grace
At the heart of what we believe: At the center of United Methodist belief is grace—the idea that everything God gives us comes from love, not something we earn. “You are saved by God’s grace because of your faith… it is God’s gift.” — Ephesians 2:8–9
John Wesley, the founder of the Methodist movement, taught that God’s grace is always at work in our lives—before we know it, in the moment we turn to God, and as we continue to grow.
Grace isn’t just a one-time moment—it’s a lifelong journey of being loved, forgiven, and continually transformed.
The General Rules
A simple guide for how we live.
From the earliest days of Methodism, followers of Jesus have been guided by three simple practices:
These simple rules help shape a life of faith—one that reflects God’s love in everyday actions.
Connection & Shared Mission
We’re connected—for a reason
In the United Methodist Church, we don’t do faith alone. We are part of a connection of churches working together to share the love of Christ.
What This Means
We are connected through:
A shared faith
A shared mission
A shared commitment to serve
Making disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world
This mission connects us—not just within our church, but with United Methodists around the world.
Together, we can do more—serving, loving, and making an impact far beyond what we could do alone.