Our Beliefs

United Methodists share a common heritage with all Christians. According to our foundational statement of beliefs in The Book of Discipline, we share the following basic affirmations in common with all Christian communities:

About God

God, who is one, is revealed in three distinct persons. Read More

About Jesus

We believe in the mystery of salvation through Jesus Christ. God became human in Jesus of Nazareth; and his life, death and resurrection demonstrate God’s redeeming love. Read More

About The Holy Spirit

The Holy Spirit is God’s present activity in our midst. When we sense God’s leading, God’s challenge, or God’s support or comfort, it’s the Holy Spirit at work. Read More

About Human Beings

Genesis 1:27 asserts that we’ve been made in the image of the Creator. Like God we have the capacity to love and care, to communicate, and to create. Read More

About The Church

The church is the body of Christ, an extension of Christ’s life and ministry in the world today. Read More

About The Bible

We believe that the Bible is the primary authority for our faith and practice. Read More

About God’s Reign

The kingdom or reign of God is both a present reality and future hope. Read More