The United Methodist Church...
... was first established in Arroyo Grande, California, in 1884 as pioneer families came looking for land. Our heritage and challenge is to carry on as those before us, advancing the Kingdom of God in Arroyo Grande. The people of the United Methodist Church believe in God and each other. If you're searching for something to believe in, our hearts, our minds and our doors are always open.
A Worshiping Church
In a very real way, we find out who we are
and what life is all about through worship.
When we worship God, then doing what
God wants is the goal of life. It is what life
is for and what life is all about.
Come worship with us at 8:30am and
10:30am Sundays.
A Praising Church
Our worship services are filled with contemporary and traditional music. We are inspired in worship by our Chancel Choir, Grande Ringers handbell choir and The Lord's Crew praise band. It is a joy to proclaim the glory of God in song and music.
A Friendly Church
We recognize that we cannot be Christians in isolation. As people of God we promise to uphold the church with our prayers, presence, gifts and service. We warmly welcome newcomers as we experience God's love through all of God's people.
A Teaching Church
Study groups for all ages enable us to learn and grow in the Word of the Lord. For United Methodists, the Bible is the record of God's people living out God's promise.
Staff
Pastor: Rev. David Burgeson
Minister of Visitation: Rev. J. Harold Headrick
Chancel Choir Director: Julie Walters
'Grande Ringers' - Bell Choir Director: Leonard Lutz
'Campanillas Alegres' - Youth Bell Choir Director: Hillary Henderson
Christian Education Director: Open (see announcement below)
Youth Ministry Directors: Mike and Linda Herber
Children's Ministry Director: Nancy Baughman
Nursery Director: Jenny West
Children's Center Director: Maddy Quaglino (805-481-2223)
Praise Team Director: Susan Coho
Lay Leader: Marj Cawelti
Secretary/Newsletter: Sarah Barber
Bookkeeper/Consultant: Victoria Gandy
Pianist: Sean Lehman
Organist: Don McGuire
Multi-Media Director: Sean Lehman
Lector Chairpersons: Rebeca Avila & Toni Harvey
Acolyte Moms: Nikki Raetz & Lori Ford
Puppet Coordinators: Willie Ford-Raetz and Mike Herber
Head Ushers: Dick Melsheimer, Morrie Gregory, Ann Williamson
Hosts & Greeters Chairperson: Marj Wolters
Covenant Missionary: Judy Atwood in Kansas
Webminster: Jamie Foster
Positions Available
UMC of AG is now accepting applications for a Christian Education Director to coordinate and oversee all UMC of AG education activities. Please contact the church office for information and/or applications for this position. Job description. Job application.
UMC of AG is also accepting applications for a Pianist/Accompanist. Please contact the church office for information and/or applications for this position. Job description. Job application.
Email Announcements List
If you'd like to be added to or removed from our Email Announcements List, just send an email to Jamie Foster with your request.
