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Methodists uphold a Christian faith rooted in grace and Christian practices guided by scripture, tradition, experience, and reason.

Learn About Methodism

As Methodists, we believe that the grace-filled, living core of the Christian faith is “revealed in Scripture, illuminated by tradition, vivified in personal experience, and is confirmed by reason” and that our faith should inspire us to service. We encourage members to practice spiritual disciplines such as daily prayer, regular Bible study, healthy living, worship participation, and work with the poor, sick, outcast, imprisoned, and underserved.

As part of the larger United Methodist Church (UMC), we are Protestants, under the authority of a Bishop, have certain standing committees, use common hymnals, and work collectively on many relief projects worldwide.

Each UMC congregation has its own personality and theological flavor. If you have met one Methodist, you have met one Methodist. Despite our differences, we all share a commitment to be students of Jesus, a common history, and a tendency to show up with food.

Methodists believe every person is loved by God. God’s grace always reaches out to us in love. At Trinity, all are welcome to join us in worship as equals. Yes, even those people. Yes, even you.